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In the wake of the powerful magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Cebu on Tuesday night, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Central has mobilized personnel and resources to support relief and recovery operations across the affected areas. Civil Defense Administrator Undersecretary Harold Cabreros announced the deployment of two specialized teams to assist in coordination, logistics,
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Russia is positioning itself as a global leader in nuclear energy, using its technological edge to shape the future of clean power. At the World Atomic Week held on September 25 in Moscow, the country unveiled major advancements in nuclear technology and international cooperation. New Reactor Shipments: Russia dispatched two VVER-1200 reactor vessels—one for Egypt’s
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has called for airtight cases backed by solid evidence in the government’s investigation into alleged irregularities in flood control projects, warning that weak charges could undermine efforts to hold wrongdoers accountable. In a teaser for the latest episode of the BBM Podcast aired Sunday, the President cautioned against rushing legal
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In a decisive move to protect the rights and welfare of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced a new inter-agency collaboration aimed at intensifying the fight against illegal recruitment and human trafficking. Speaking during the distribution of Agarang Kalinga at Saklolo sa mga OFWs na Nangangailangan (AKSYON) Fund Assistance to OFWs
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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has stepped up its campaign against illegal gambling with a Php50 million grant to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), aimed at intensifying operations against unlawful gaming activities, including the banned Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). The financial support was formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed
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In a significant step toward strengthening bilateral relations, Japan and the Philippines convened the Vice-Ministerial Strategic Dialogue in Manila on October 2, marking a pivotal moment ahead of the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two nations. Senior Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Mr. Hiroyuki Namazu, met with Undersecretary for Policy of
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Davao City 3rd District Representative Isidro Ungab has raised red flags over the Department of Budget and Management’s (DBM) release of additional funds to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), sourced from Unprogrammed Appropriations in the 2024 and 2025 national budgets. Speaking during deliberations on lump-sum allocations under the proposed 2026 National Budget,
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Senator Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian is urging swift legislative action to strengthen the Philippines’ defenses against foreign espionage and interference, following alarming revelations from the Department of National Defense. Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro recently confirmed that foreign entities are actively attempting to exploit vulnerabilities within the country’s security framework. In response, Gatchalian is advocating for new
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The Philippines is steadily advancing toward its goal of nuclear power generation by 2032, as it successfully hosted the second Philippine International Nuclear Supply Chain Forum (PINSCF) 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Manila from October 2 to 3. The high-level event convened global nuclear technology leaders, policymakers, regulators, industry partners, academics, and development agencies from
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In the aftermath of the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Northern Cebu, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has activated its first emergency medical tent at the Cebu Provincial Hospital in Bogo City. The facility is now providing urgent care to patients affected by the disaster, with a second tent underway as medical needs continue to escalate.
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