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Zambales’ Mt. Tapulao reopens after environmental recovery

SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — Mount Tapulao, the highest peak in Zambales and a popular destination among hikers, will reopen on March 1 following a month-long closure for trail rehabilitation and environmental cleanup, the municipal tourism office said on Friday, Feb. 27. In a phone interview, Ronwhell Ednalan, head of the local tourism office in Palauig

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P3.4M in meth seized, 5 arrested as illegal drug ring busted in Rizal

LUCENA CITY – Agents of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and police operatives arrested five suspected members of an illegal drugs ring and seized about P3.4 million worth of suspected meth in Taytay, Rizal, on Saturday, Feb. 28. In a spot report, PDEA–Region 4A said the suspects were apprehended at around 8:25 a.m. in

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Suspected firearm in ex-CAAP exec’s murder in Palawan recovered

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY — Authorities on Thursday recovered a motorcycle, a .45-caliber firearm, and other items believed to have been used in the brutal murder of former Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) official Joanna Infante. Also recovered from a parking lot at Robinsons Mall Palawan were six .45-caliber live rounds, a fragmentation grenade,

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PAL cancels, diverts flights to Middle East amid security concerns

MANILA, Philippines — Following concerns about security amid Iran airstrike reports, flights for Middle East routes were cancelled and diverted, the Philippine Airlines announced Saturday. The national carrier said the safety and security of its passengers and crew remain the highest priority, prompting the airline to implement diversions and cancellations due to operational restrictions in

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US Iran War – Trump Vows To “Annihilate” Iran’s Navy and Missile Sites

Amid the war that started between the US and Iran, US President Donald Trump made this announcement. US IRAN WAR – United States President Donald Trump vows to annihilate the country’s navy and missile sites. On Saturday, US President Donald Trump announced that they, along with Israel, launched a major attack in Iran. They unleashed overwhelming military ... Read more

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Ateneo Law School Dean Joey Hofileña, 64

MANILA, Philippines — Jose Maria “Joey” Hofileña, dean of the Ateneo Law School (ALS), passed away at the age of 64 on Thursday, Feb, 26, due to health complications. His wife, Chay Hofileña, an investigative editor, confirmed his passing in Rappler reports. Throughout his life, the dean was respected for his legal expertise and commitment

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2 teens missing after being swept by strong currents in Eastern Samar

TACLOBAN CITY— Two teenagers were reported missing on Saturday afternoon, February 28, after they were swept away by strong currents while swimming off the waters of Calicoan Island in Guiuan town, Eastern Samar. In a Notice to Mariners issued by the Philippine Coast Guard through the Coast Guard Sub-Station Guiuan, authorities said the incident was

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Mark Villar files Vision Care for Kids Act expanding eye care services

MANILA, Philippines — Vision impairment continues to hinder the learning and development of Filipino children, prompting Sen. Mark A. Villar to file a measure that seeks to expand access to eye care services nationwide. Villar recently filed Senate Bill No. 1886, or the Vision Care for Kids Act, which aims to establish a grant program

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