(UPDATED) Authorities finally began the search and retrieval operation for the remains of the 34 missing cockfighters (sabungeros) believed to have been killed and dumped at Taal Lake in Batangas on Thursday, July 10. The initial search at 10 a.m. was jointly conducted by the Philippine Coast...
Several police officers allegedly involved in the disappearance of 34 cockfighters (sabungero) four years ago have now reached out to the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the National Police Commission (Napolcom), indicating a possible intention to cooperate with the ongoing investigation. PNP...
BATANGAS CITY – Authorities assured that the popular sardine tawilis and other types of fish found in Taal Lake are safe for human consumption following a whistleblower 's claim that the bodies of missing “sabungeros” (cockfighting afficionados) were dumped there. Bureau of Fisheries and...
Businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang on Thursday, July 3, filed raps against Julie “Dondon” Patidongan alias “Totoy” who accused him as the mastermind behind the abduction of several cockfight watchers (sabungero) between April 2021 and January 2022. Ang, together with his legal counsel,...
Forest Lake Development Inc. recently concluded its 11th National Sales Convention, a two-day event held on April 24 and 25 at Dusit Thani Mactan, Cebu. The convention celebrated a landmark 2024 for the company, which saw significant national expansion, the launch of flagship programs, and an...
The Philippine Navy (PN) is waiting for a request from the Department of Justice (DOJ) to help in the retrieval of the remains of missing “sabungeros” (cockfighters), which were allegedly submerged in Taal Lake, Batangas. Navy spokesperson Captain John Percie Alcos said the PN has yet to...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) confirmed on Friday, June 20, that it has mobilized its technical divers for a possible search and retrieval operation at Taal Lake in Batangas, where the remains of the 34 missing “sabungeros” or cockfighters are allegedly buried. PCG Commandant, Admiral...
With the soon-to-rise Sta. Monica Lake Residences, you can now experience the harmony and bliss of living in a lake community in the culturally rich municipality of Manaoag Pangasinan. Known as the Pilgrimage Center of the North, Manaoag overflows not just with old-time charm but holds a vibrant...
President and CEO Alfred Xerez-Burgos III, Antonio V. Syyap, receiving the Life Achievement Award, and Chairman Alfred Xerez-Burgos Jr. Forest Lake Development Inc. capped the year 2024 by presenting an initiative that aims to celebrate the success-driven people behind Forest Lake, the country’s...
Graphical abstract of the study (Photo credit: Pilario et. al. 2024 Algal blooms, which occur when algae overgrow in bodies of water, cannot only turn the water green but also kill fish and contaminate the water supply of nearby communities. Laguna Lake, one of Metro Manila's major sources of...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has suspended the movement of all water vessels on Laguna Lake in Rizal Province following the issuance of Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 due to Typhoon Nika. Lt JG Alvin A. Austria of the Philippine Coast Guard Station Rizal said the Sea Travel...
BIÑAN CITY, Laguna – Authorities found a body believed to be that of a severe tropical storm “Kristine” victim floating on the Biñan River here on Saturday afternoon, Oct. 26. VIEW of Laguna Lake from Muntinlupa City. (Wikipedia) The body was found by Philippine Coast Guard SN2 Norwin Amjel...
