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July 18, 2024

5 arrested, P4.8-M shabu seized in C. Visayas sting ops

CEBU CITY: Five drug peddlers yielded a total of PHP4.8 million worth of shabu in three separate sting operations in Cebu, Bohol, and Negros Oriental, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)-Central Visayas said Thursday.

Authorities seized fro…

PNP ready to secure Gatchalian vs. threats over POGO probe

MANILA: The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Thursday said it is ready to secure Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, who is leading the probe into illegal activities of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).

In a radio interview, PNP spokesperson C…

Luzon grid under yellow alert anew

MANILA: For two straight days, the Luzon grid has been placed under yellow alert anew following the derated capacity of SMC Consolidated Power Corp. (SCPC) Units 1 to 4.

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) announced Thursday that …

Comelec execs unfazed by quit calls over bribery claims

MANILA: Top officials of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) said they will not resign or take a leave over allegations of local and foreign bank accounts supposedly owned by an official.

In a press conference at the Comelec main office in Intramur…

Death toll from heavy monsoon rains in Mindanao climbs to 7

MANILA: The death toll from the effects of heavy monsoon rains battering a large part of Mindanao has increased to seven, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) has said.

In its latest situation update Wednesday afternoo…

PH Army test-fires Israeli-made Sabrah light tank guns

MANILA: The Philippine Army’s (PA) 1st Tank Battalion has test-fired the 105mm main guns of its newly acquired light tanks from Israel.

In a Facebook post Wednesday night, the 1st Tank Battalion said the test fire was held during the familiarization …

PNP enforces 3-day gun ban in NCR for SONA

MANILA: The Philippine National Police (PNP) announced the suspension of all permits to carry firearms outside of residence (PTCFOR) in the National Capital Region (NCR) starting this weekend, as part of security measures for President Ferdinand R. Ma…