The first batch of Pfizer coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine for children ages five to 11 years old finally arrived in the country on Friday night, Feb. 4, setting the stage for the kickoff of the highly anticipated yet contested vaccination program. A total of 780,000 doses of reformulated...
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is targetting to complete more than 400 infrastructure projects in Zamboanga Peninsula (Region 9) that will be crucial to sustain the economic development in Mindanao. Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Roger Mercado (Courtesy...
The Philippine National Police (PNP) spearheaded the launching of a multi-sectoral campaign to ensure that the upcoming May 9 national and local elections will be peaceful and safe. (Courtesy of Philippine National Police) The "Kasimbayanan" campaign kicked off on Thursday, Feb. 3, at Camp Crame in...
A total of 11 government-issued firearms were recently seized by the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) from different police officers who were caught engaged in various illegal operations. Police Gen. Dionardo Carlos, Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), inspects 11...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) plans to use biotechnology to strengthen the country’s crop sector and entice more youth to pursue agriculture-related careers. Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary William Dar (Courtesy of DA) “The stance of the DA is clear: biotechnology is a pillar of...
The international inbound passengers' capacity at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) has been increased to a maximum of 5,000 passengers per day beginning Friday, Feb. 4, according to the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB). (Courtesy of Civil Aeronautics Board) CAB Executive Director Carmelo...
Environmental groups EcoWaste Coalition (EWC) and Greenpeace Southeast Asia-Philippines (Greenpeace) have urged President Duterte to rush the government's ratification of the Basel Convention Ban Amendment which seeks to prohibit foreign waste dumping in the country. (Photo from EcoWaste Coalition)...
The Philippine Marine Corps (PMC) and the United States Marine Corps (USMC) improved their interoperability in a wide array of operations with the conclusion of the Marine Exercise 2022 Philippines (MAREX 22 PH) recently. Personnel of the Philippine Marine Corps and United States Marine Corps...
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said Friday, Feb. 4, that it expects a gradual increase of foreign tourist arrivals for this year as the country re-opens its borders starting February 10. Bureau of Immigration BI Commissioner Jaime Morente said more tourists are expected to visit the country after...
