Indonesian Coast Guard (BAKAMLA) vessel KN Gajah Laut 404 docks at the Panacan Wharf in Davao City on Nov. 20, 2023 for a five-day port visit. (Photo by Philippine Coast Guard) Indonesian Coast Guard (BAKAMLA) vessel “KN Gajah Laut 404” arrived in Davao City on Monday, Nov. 20, for a …
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PH Red Cross, partners empower youth, vulnerable groups through employment project
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) partnered with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), technical-vocational schools, and the Spanish Red Cross to help address youth unemployment through skills development initiatives. PH Red Cross / Manila Bulletin In a statement released on Tuesday, Nov. 21, the PRC shared about its …
Read More »PH, US begin 3-day joint patrols in West PH Sea
The Philippines and the United States have begun their joint maritime and air patrols in the contested West Philippine Sea, President Marcos announced on Tuesday, Nov. 21. Personnel of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) increased its presence in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) to assert the country’s territory in celebration …
Read More »PH Navy, UK explore partnership in hydrography
Royal Navy Rear Admiral Angus Essenhigh, United Kingdom’s national hydrographer, receives a command plaque from Philippine Navy (PN) vice commander Rear Adm. Caesar Bernard Valencia during his courtesy visit at the PN headquarters in Manila on Nov. 20, 2023. (Photo by PN) The Philippine Navy (PN) and the government of …
Read More »Manila solon explains why PH gov’t needs to ‘cooperate’ with ICC
Manila 6th district Rep. Bienvenido Abante Jr. (Contributed photo) The chairman of the House Committee on Human Rights is prodding the government to “cooperate” with The Hague-based International Criminal Court (ICC). For this purpose, panel chairman Manila 6th Bienvenido “Benny” Abante Jr. penned and filed House Resolution (HR) No.1477. On …
Read More »PH, Vietnam air forces vow stronger cooperation for security, stability of Indo-Pacific
Senior Colonel Vu Hong Diep (left), deputy chief of staff of Vietnam Air Defense Force, receives foyer honors upon his arrival at the Philippine Air Force (PAF) headquarters at Villamor Air Base in Pasay City on Nov. 21, 2023. He is welcomed by PAF Chief of Air Staff Maj. Gen. …
Read More »DU30 to run for VP or senator if daughter impeached; Sara will support him
With former president Rodrigo Duterte hinting that a Duterte-Duterte tandem in the 2028 national elections could be imminent, Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday, Nov. 21, assured that their family will fully support the former chief executive’s political plans. (From left) Former president Rodrigo Duterte and Vice President Sara Duterte …
Read More »‘I don’t believe that I’m alive right now’: Canadian recounts perilous journey from Gaza to Egypt
After a perilous journey from Gaza to Egypt, which included a five-kilometre walk on foot, with his hands up as missiles exploded around him, Akram Al-Sabbagh was welcomed by his relieved family at Toronto Pearson International Airport Tuesday morning. Made part of the journey on foot; told wife what she …
Read More »Vancouver the only Canadian stop announced on The Rolling Stones’ 2024 North American tour
The Rolling Stones have announced a North American tour for next year, and Vancouver is the only Canadian date on the itinerary. The rock 'n' roll legends are due to play B.C. Place on July 5, with tickets on sale Dec. 1 The Rolling Stones have announced a North American …
Read More »Canada’s inflation rate slows to 3.1%
Canada's consumer price index rose by 3.1 per cent in the year up to October, down from 3.8 per cent the previous month but in line with what economists were expecting. Gasoline prices the biggest reason for the deceleration Canada's consumer price index rose by 3.1 per cent in the …
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