The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to the Philippines after China test-launched an unarmed intercontinental-range ballistic missile from a submarine into the southern Pacific Ocean. In a statement on Tuesday, July 7, US Ambassador to the Philippines Lee Lipton said the launch...
Police remained on heightened alert Tuesday, July 7, as the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte entered its second day, with security tightened in and around the Senate complex. City police chief Col. Joselito De Sesto said personnel were strategically deployed around the Senate...
The Philippines and Canada are set to elevate their bilateral relations through a strategic partnership that will deepen cooperation in defense, maritime security, trade, tourism, and people-to-people exchanges, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro said. In an interview...
Philippine Airlines confirmed that Flight PR300 bound for Hong Kong was temporarily held at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) on Thursday morning, July 2, following a security incident. Authorities said passengers reported hearing a loud popping sound, suspected to have been caused by an...
BACOLOD CITY – Mayor Greg Gasataya met the local school board here on Tuesday, June 30, to discuss measures to strengthen the safety of schools and protecting students following recent school-related violence. Expressing concern over the impact of the incidents on students ' well-being,...
With only around 200 remaining security guards, the Department of Education (DepEd) is seeking ways to maximize the efforts to strengthen measures that will ensure the safety and security of students and teachers. DepEd Secretary Edgardo Angara said they will be requesting the Department of Budget...
LUCENA CITY, Quezon – A knife was discovered from a Grade 11 student of Maryhill College Inc. here recently. The Catholic school confirmed the incident but denied reports circulating on social media that the knife will be used for an attack in the campus. “We deeply regret that a bladed weapon...
Marikina City Mayor Marjorie Ann “Maan” Teodoro has ordered increased deployment of police and local security personnel, along with the distribution of metal detectors, to reinforce safety in public and private schools starting Monday, June 29. The move comes after recent reports of...
Rep. Julienne “Jam-Jam” Baronda of Iloilo City has filed a bill mandating permanent security officers in all public schools following the fatal school shooting in Tacloban City. Baronda proposed in House Bill No. 9930 that the Department of Education (DepEd) create a permanent position for at...
President Marcos and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos paid tribute to the men and women of the Presidential Security Command (PSC), recognizing their role in protecting not only the First Family but also the stability of the country. Speaking during the PSC 's 128th anniversary celebration at...
Following a series of violent incidents involving learners on school campuses, the Department of Education (DepEd) has launched a comprehensive School Safety Campaign to strengthen learner protection and campus security measures nationwide. In a statement, DepEd said the campaign brings together...
CEBU CITY – Gov. Pamela Baricuatro has issued an Executive Order (EO) to strengthen security in schools in Cebu province. EO No. 35 established the Cebu Safe Schools Program, which sets uniform policies to prevent violence, enhance emergency response, and provide mental health services to all...
