PH Thanks Thailand for Military Aid, ASEAN Support

Defense Senior Undersecretary Irineo Espino expressed gratitude to Thailand for boosting Philippine military capabilities and backing the country's ASEAN 2026 chairship during a high-level meeting.

Senate Leadership Rumors Emerge Amid Speculation

Rumors of a potential leadership change in the Senate have resurfaced, with Senate President Vicente Sotto III dismissing claims of a coup plot while Senator Loren Legarda denies involvement in any power-sharing discussions.

Peaceful Jaro Fiesta 2026 in Iloilo City Reported

The Iloilo City Police Office reported a peaceful and incident-free Jaro Fiesta 2026 celebration, with 160 police personnel deployed for security operations during the Feast of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria.

PCG Rescues Two Fishermen in Basilan Waters

Philippine Coast Guard personnel from Sub-Station Malamawi successfully rescued two fishermen whose motorboat began taking in water during rough seas off Baluno village, Basilan.

PDEA Arrests 7 in Lubao Drug Den Bust

Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) arrested seven individuals in a buy-bust operation in Lubao, Pampanga, seizing 12 grams of shabu worth P81,600 and dismantling a makeshift drug den.

Bacolod Commits to DILG Anti-Epal Policy for Transparency

Bacolod City officials, led by Mayor Greg Gasataya, met with DILG-Bacolod director Christian Nagaynay to discuss strict implementation of the Anti-Epal policy, ensuring government projects avoid politicians' names and images to promote accountability.

House Panel Dismisses Impeachment Complaints vs Marcos

The House Committee on Justice declares two impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. insufficient in substance after extensive deliberations, citing lack of evidence and nexus to impeachable grounds.

Davao Councilor Wants Marina, PCG Docs for Boat Permits

Councilor Ralph Abella introduces ordinance requiring boat operators to submit Maritime Industry Authority and Philippine Coast Guard documents before obtaining business permits in Davao City, citing safety concerns after recent maritime incidents.

Tagbilaran Police Nab Suspect in Beautician Murder

Police in Tagbilaran City have arrested a suspect for the brutal murder of a 37-year-old beautician. The victim was found dead in a grassy area on V. Inting Avenue, with the suspect confessing to the crime following a dispute over money.

PDEA 7 Arrests High-Value Drug Suspect in Cebu Buy-Bust

A joint operation by PDEA 7 and Mambaling Police Station 11 led to the arrest of a 36-year-old man, alias Nelson, in Cebu City. Seized were 50 grams of shabu valued at P340,000, buy-bust money, and a cellphone used in illegal transactions.

Minglanilla Officials Suspended for Permit Abuse by Ombudsman

The Office of the Ombudsman has imposed a one-year suspension without pay on Minglanilla, Cebu officials, including Mayor Rajiv Enad, for obstructing permits and a rehabilitation plan for private companies, despite national agency approvals.

Cebu Officials Support National Anti-Epal Policy

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro and Vice Governor Glenn Soco endorse DILG's nationwide ban on officials' names and faces on taxpayer-funded projects, emphasizing transparency and fairness in governance.

Cebu Councilor Alcover Opposes Nivel Hills Condo-Mall Project

Cebu City Councilor Pastor 'Jun' Alcover Jr. raises serious objections to a proposed 33-story condominium and shopping mall in Nivel Hills, warning of potential traffic chaos and safety risks due to inadequate road infrastructure in the area.

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