The Philippines and New Zealand are “working very hard” to conclude the negotiations for a possible Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA), which will enhance the defense cooperation between the two armed forces, New Zealand Ambassador Catherine McIntosh said. New Zealand Ambassador...
TACLOBAN CITY – Matuguinao, Samar Mayor Aran Boller condemned the death of a soldier in an encounter with the New People’s Army in the hinterlands of Barangay San Roque, Matuguinao recently. Killed-in-action was Corporal Bobby Barocaboc. He was deployed as part of the Alpha Company of the 19th...
ILOILO CITY – Officials from Papua New Guinea recently visited Iloilo to learn the province's best practices. ILOILO Provincial Administrator Raul Banias is flanked by key officials from the government of Papua New Guinea. (Raul Banias Facebook page) Iloilo Provincial Administrator...
CAMP ADDURU, Cagayan – A New People’s Army leader surrendered to authorities in Barangay Dagupan, Lal-lo, Cagayan on Sunday. Police Brig. Gen. Antonio P. Marallag Jr., Police Regional Office-2 director, said the surrenderer, alias Ranny, Arman, Bago, Peping, and Kulot, was the vice commander of...
The Chinese New Year, a vibrant festival of traditions and togetherness, is a time of joy and prosperity. And what better way to prepare for the celebrations than with a visit to SM Store. SM Store takes the hassle out of holiday shopping by offering a wide array of essentials, all in one...
The signing of the agreement with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority and Science Park of the Philippines, Inc. (BCDA photo) The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has inked a 50-year lease agreement with Science Park of the Philippines, Inc. (SPPI) to develop an...
NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson had 30 points and 15 assists, OG Anunoby scored 23 points and the New York Knicks beat the Denver Nuggets, 122-112, on Wednesday night, Jan. 29, for their fifth straight victory. New York Knicks' Jalen Brunson, center, passes away from Denver Nuggets' Christian...
The Philippines and New Zealand have started negotiations for a possible Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA), which will enhance the defense cooperation between the two armed forces, the New Zealand Embassy in Manila said. Members of the Philippine negotiating panel, composed of officials...
BUTUAN CITY – Two New People’s Army rebels were killed in an encounter with the 29 th Infantry Battalion in Sitio Dinakpan, Barangay Los Angeles, this city, on Tuesday, Jan. 28. TROOPS recovered New People’s Army war materials in an encounter in Barangay Los Angeles, Butuan City, on Tuesday,...
Tondo, Manila fire (Photo from Fire Alert Metro Manila) Three fires were reported in Manila on Wednesday, Jan. 29, Chinese New Year, two of them in Binondo, the heart of Chinatown, where two household helpers perished. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said the two fatalities died in a...
The Filipino-Chinese community in the country were encouraged to be inspired by the new year to set their intentions and confidently pursue grand ambitions both for themselves and for the greater good. Families and friends gather for photo opportunities at the stunning Chinese New Year centerpiece...
Vice President Sara Duterte urged the Philippines and China to go on a path of rediscovering the “rich and dynamic heritage” that have made their friendship strong. Vice President Sara Duterte (MB file photo) In her message for the 2025 Spring Festival, the official sent her “warmest...
