More than 135 Chinese maritime militia vessels have been monitored in the vicinity of Julian Felipe (Whitsun) Reef, West Philippine Sea, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) says on Dec. 3, 2023. (Photo by PCG) The swarming of Chinese maritime militia (CMM) vessels in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) continues as …
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Short film on Panay Bukidnon IP wins in Gawad Urian
ILOILO CITY – A short film on the Panay Bukidnon indigenous peoples won in the 46th Gawad Urian. “Paglupad ka Banog” (The Flight of Banog) by director Elvert Bañares was awarded as Best Short Film in the annual awards given by film critic organization Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (MPP) on …
Read More »MSU bombing linked to Maguindanao military op? Solon airs concern
Surigao del Norte 2nd district Rep. Robert Ace Barbers Surigao del Norte 2nd district Rep. Robert Ace Barbers has aired concerns over the possible link between the bombing of Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City and a military operation in Maguindanao. Barbers was alluding to remarks made by the …
Read More »Lotto outlet in Manila yields new millionaire
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) on Sunday, Dec. 3, announced that a P28.6-million worth of Lotto 6/42 winning ticket was bought at a lotto outlet in SM San Lazaro, Manila. PCSO In the draw on Nov. 30, the sole bettor correctly guessed the winning number combination: 36-38-29-37-41-30. READ: https://mb.com.ph/2023/11/30/lone-bettor-wins-p28-6-m-lotto-6-42-jackpot-in-nov-30-draw …
Read More »11 Dawlah Islamiyah militants slain in Army operation in Maguindanao del Sur — official
Scene of the Crime Operatives (SOCO) and members of the 6th Infantry Division inspect the site where troops encounter members of the Islamic State (IS)-linked militant group Dawlah Islamiyah (DI) in Datu Hoffer Ampatauan, Maguindanao del Sur on Dec. 1, 2023. (Photo by 6ID) The Philippine Army (PA) launched airstrikes …
Read More »Mining company donates P500,000 to Davao Oriental State U
DAVAO CITY – A mining firm operating in Davao Oriental has donated an additional P500,000 educational assistance for students of Davao Oriental State University (DOrSU) on November 30. DorSU President Dr. Roy Ponce, who personally received the check, said the amount is already the second tranche of Hallmark Mining Corp.’s …
Read More »DOH-10 pushes safe sex vs HIV
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The Department of Health-Northern Mindanao (DOH-10) reiterated on World AIDS Day on Friday, December 1, that safe sex practices remain one of the most effective ways to prevent infections from Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). THE Department of Health-Northern Mindanao office in Barangay Carmen, Cagayan de …
Read More »Legal aid to OFWs expanded, enhanced under approved House bill
The House plenary hall (Contributed photo) The measure that seeks to expand the scope of legal aid extended to overseas Filipinos and overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) has been approved on third and final reading in the House of Representatives. “Our overseas Filipinos are our modern-day heroes. Their immeasurable contributions to …
Read More »OFWs may return home for good as entrepreneurs—VP Duterte
Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte hailed Go Negosyo’s “Balik-Bayan” program for serving as a “new road” and “new life” for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who dream of never leaving their families behind in pursuit of a better life. (JANSEN ROMERO / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) Department of …
Read More »DPWH reviews JICA-assisted road projects in Mindanao
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said it is expediting several road projects in support of the national government’s rebuilding initiative for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). (photo: DPWH) DWPH Senior Undersecretary Emil Sadain said the projects are funded by the Japanese government through the …
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