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The Department of Health (DOH) said on Tuesday, Oct. 31, that 1,088 new Covid-19 cases were recorded from Oct. 23 to 29. Photo from Pixabay The Health Department noted that these cases showed a five percent “drop” with an average daily count of 155 cases compared to the previous week …

As the nation observes All Saints Day on Wednesday, Nov. 1 and All Souls Day on Thursday, Nov. 2, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines called on the faithful to live holy lives and follow the life and works of saints. Bishop Daniel Presto (Photo courtesy of the San …

DILG takes over process as proclamation done in 92% of brgys While winners have been proclaimed in 92 percent of all barangays, the newly elected village officials may take up to three weeks before taking over to ensure a smooth transition, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) …

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has deployed more than 27,000 police officers nationwide to secure cemeteries and other places of convergence for this year’s observance of All Saints’ and All Souls Days or Undas. PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo said some of these officers would man 4,866 police assistance desks …

Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesman for the West Philippine Sea (WPS), Commodore Jay Tarriela, on Monday warned against “pro-China narratives” being spread by some groups to divert attention from Beijing’s aggression. In a statement posted on the X social media platform, Tarriela cited three “claims, arguments and accusations” being used …

Comelec wants more turnover time for incoming village execs The Commission on Elections (Comelec) wants a one-week transition period for the proclaimed winners of the 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) before they assume office. Comelec chairman George Garcia said Monday night this was the commission’s position in the …

BSKE SCENES. (From top to bottom) Police investigators stand over one of two fatalities and the crime scene of an ambush of reported followers of Mayor Khadaffe Mangudadatu in Pandag, Maguindanao del Sur on Monday. In Puerto Princesa, Palawan, a torn ballot is seen on a desk as many more …

DUTY DONE. President Marcos (right) and Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio show their fingers dabbed with indelible ink to show they have voted in Monday’s barangay elections. PIO, VPSD Photos President Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio led the nation in casting their vote in their respective polling places during yesterday’s …

House Speaker Martin Romualdez (Speaker’s office) “Act with civility, restraint, and respect for one another.” House Speaker Martin Romualdez issued this appeal to Filipinos on Sunday, Oct. 29, on the eve of the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE). “We implore all candidates and their supporters to act with civility, …

AGDANGAN, Quezon – A 56-year-old driver was killed and 10 persons were injured when their van rammed a backhoe in Barangay Sildora here before dawn on Sunday, October 29. A VAN crashed into a backhoe in Quezon on Sunday, October 29. The driver was killed and 10 passengers were injured. …