National Security Adviser Eduardo Año (PNA file photo) MANILA – National Security Adviser (NSA) Eduardo Año on Friday called the neutralization of ranking New People’s Army (NPA) leader Myrna Sularte a “decisive blow” against the weakening communist insurgents. Sularte (a.k.a. Maria Malaya) was secretary of the NPA’s Northeastern Mindanao Regional Committee. She …
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Manalo, Rubio discussed South China Sea in Munich
The strengthening of the United States-Philippines alliance through economic cooperation and bilateral coordination in the South China Sea are among the primary agendas that were discussed during a meeting between Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo and his US counterpart Marco Rubio in Munich. “Secretary Rubio not only reaffirmed U.S. commitment …
Read More »PAOCC rescues 35 foreigners from illegal POGO
A raided POGO hub in Porac, Pampanga on June 24, 2024 (STAR / Jesse Bustos) MANILA, Philippines — A raid that saved nearly three dozen Indonesians from detention at the barracks of a former Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) site also saved the life of a Chinese national held and …
Read More »Senators react to ex-president Duterte’s ‘patayin’ remark at PDP rally
Photo Credit: Instagram Some senators didn’t even bat an eyelash following president Rodrigo Duterte’s remark that he would kill members of the upper chamber in order to help members of the Partido Demokratikong Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan’s (PDP-Laban) senatorial slate get into the winners’ circle. For Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy …
Read More »China’s ‘monster ship’ leaves Bajo de Masinloc
PCG Commodore Jay Tarriela. AFP CHINA Coast Guard’s (CCG) so-called “monster ship” is leaving the vicinity of Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal or Bajo de Masinloc in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), ending months of its intimidating presence in the area, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said on Friday. “The 5901 is …
Read More »Girl, 16, found dead in suitcase
San Jose del Monte City in Bulacan (Google Maps / Philstar.com screenshot) MANILA, Philippines — A 16-year-old girl who had been reported missing for over a week was found dead in a suitcase in San Jose del Monte City in Bulacan on Thursday night. The suitcase was found floating in …
Read More »Duterte jokes about killing 15 senators
Former President Rodrigo Duterte attends the House Quad Committee’s eleventh hearing into his war on drugs on November 13, 2024. (House of Representatives / Release) MANILA, Philippines — Former president Rodrigo Duterte joked about killing 15 senators to ensure the victory of Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan’s senatorial slate during …
Read More »Make education reform a key priority, midterm candidates urged
As the midterm elections approach, an advocacy group on Saturday, Feb. 15, urged candidates to prioritize education reform, emphasizing its significance for students, teachers, and the future workforce. (DepEd file photo) In a statement, the industry-led advocacy group Philippine Business for Education (PBEd) called on midterm election candidates to “disclose …
Read More »First Lady calls for global collaboration to address climate change
STRONGER COLLABORATION. First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos delivers the main address for the Climate Adaptability and Energy Forum during the World Governments Summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Thursday (Feb. 13, 2025). Araneta-Marcos urged everyone to harness innovation, collaborate across borders, and take action to mitigate the impact of climate …
Read More »Sandiganbayan acquits Napoles, others on PDAF case
Janet Lim Napoles The Sandiganbayan has acquitted Janet Napoles, former Agusan del Sur Rep. Rodolfo Plaza, and several others of graft and malversation charges filed against them in connection with the alleged misuse of P27.5 million worth of Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) or pork barrel. Napoles, however, will still …
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