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PNP: P20.7-B illegal drugs seized in 2024

Approximately P20.7 billion worth of illegal drugs was confiscated in anti-narcotics operations conducted by the Philippine National Police in 2024, PNP chief Rommel Francisco Marbil announced yesterday.

Holiday travelers surge at PITX

Passengers have been flocking to the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) as the holiday season peaks.

Anti-smoking, vaping ordinance pushed in Manila

Anti-tobacco advocates have urged Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna to pass an ordinance combating smoking and vaping.

Greet travelers, but don't accept gifts, BI officers told

Frontline officers of the Bureau of Immigration are now permitted to extend holiday greetings to incoming and outgoing travelers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and other airports, BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado said yesterday.

Russian figure skater granted Phl citizenship

President Marcos has signed into law a measure granting Philippine citizenship to figure skater Aleksandr Sergeyevich Korovin.

Most Pinoys trust, satisfied with Air Force - OCTA poll

Seven in 10 Filipinos trust the Philippine Air Force (PAF) and are satisfied with their performance, a commissioned survey conducted by the OCTA Research group found.

Quinta comm to seek P206-B energy 'refund'

The quinta committee of the House of Representatives has announced that it would \"pivot\" its previous task of helping achieve cheap food to consumers, and is now bent on pursuing its probes for the purpose of achieving cheap energy.

ACT: Include LGU contractual workers in gratuity pay

The Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) is urging the national government to include job order and contractual workers in local government units (LGUs) in the P7,000 gratuity pay that President Marcos had earlier approved to recognize their contributions to public service.

VILLAR: THE ONLY FILIPINO NAMED IN FORBES ASIA'S 2024 HEROES OF PHILANTHROPY

Manuel B. Villar Jr. stands out as the only Filipino included in Forbes Asia's 2024 Heroes of Philanthropy list, marking his second time on this prestigious roster. This recognition honors his significant contributions and dedication to his causes over the past year.

No reason to imprison Mary Jane in Phl - lawyer

There is no reason to put death row convict Mary Jane Veloso in prison in the Philippines, after the latter was recently repatriated from Indonesia, a lawyer said.

CamSur traffic easing as Andaya Highway reopens

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said it has reopened sections of Andaya Highway over the weekend to ease the monstrous traffic congestion suffered by motorists in Camarines Sur and Camarines Norte since last week.

P17 B allotted in 2025 budget for soldiers' monthly allowance

The Congress-approved 2025 General Appropriations Bill (GAB) that has yet to be signed into law by President Marcos has earmarked P17 billion for the P10,500 total monthly subsistence allowance of soldiers from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).

Ombudsman affirms ex-BFAR exec's dismissal

The Office of the Ombudsman has junked the bid of former Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) national director Demosthenes Escoto to reverse his dismissal from office over alleged irregularities in the awarding of a P2.1-billion contract for vessel monitoring system (VMS) transceivers to a British company in 2018.

TD Romina threatens to enter PAR today

Tropical cyclone wind signal No. 1 was hoisted yesterday in the southern portion of Palawan, particularly Balabac and Kalayaan Islands amid the threat of Tropical Depression Romina, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

P50, P100, P500 polymer banknotes released today

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said it will circulate limited quantities of its first Philippine polymer (FPP) banknote series starting today, with 70 to 90 million pieces allocated for each of the P500, P100 and P50 denominations.

14 Senate bets within winning margin - Pulse

Fourteen aspirants running for the Senate next year are within the winning margin, based on the latest survey conducted by Pulse Asia.

House sets probe on PhilHealth funds

The House of Representatives will conduct an investigation on how the state-run Philippine Health Insurance Corp. has been managing its funds after billions of pesos in supposedly \"excess\" PhilHealth funds were discovered.

'Gift of self better than material gifts'

More than material things, there may be times when the gift of self to loved ones this Christmas season is better, an official of the Archdiocese of Manila said yesterday.

DSWD calls for food donations, volunteers for Walang Gutom Kitchen

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) yesterday called on restaurants and fast food outlets for donations for the agency's newly-opened Walang Gutom Kitchen (WGP).

TB prevalent in Tondo - Garin

House Deputy Majority Leader and Iloilo 1st District Rep. Janette Garin warned yesterday that 1,280 people are inflicted with turberculosis (TB) in Tondo, Manila.

Christmas in Rizal's El Fili

The book El Filibusterismo by Jose Rizal is a sequel to the novel Noli Me Tangere.

SOFRONIO VASQUEZ SET TO CELEBRATE 'THE VOICE US' VICTORY IN PHL

IF ALL GOES AS PLANNED, Sofronio Vasquez is returning to the Philippines this January 2025 for a short but sweet homecoming before diving back to work as \"The Voice US\" Season 26 champ.

Jung Hae-in wants fans to see him beyond rom-com roles

For Jung Hae-in, taking on roles across diverse genres would always be a challenging yet rewarding feeling as an actor striving for versatility in his career.

It's all about work and self-love for Ai-Ai delas Alas in 2025

Ai-Ai delas Alas has just wrapped up her regular stint as a judge and mentor to aspiring singers in the singing and reality search \"The Clash.\" This role, as one may call it, will carry on in the new year, aside from her being an actress and a performer.

NATIONAL ARTIST NORA AUNOR HAS 'SPECIAL PARTICIPATION' IN MMFF FILM 'ISANG HIMALA'

The lead actress of the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) official entry \"Isang Himala,\" Aicelle Santos, had the pleasure of meeting National Artist Nora Aunor long before filming the movie musical.

ABS-CBN thanks GMA for continued broadcast of 'It's Showtime'

ABS-CBN recently confirmed that its long-running noontime show, \"It's Showtime,\" will retain its current timeslot on GMA Network.

Living Innovations reaffirms its commitment to customers and long-time brand partner Minotti with a newly renovated Minotti Manila

Living Innovations proudly opens the doors to an expanded Minotti showroom in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, unveiling new and redesigned spaces within the flagship location.

I DID IT MY WAY – WITH FRANK SINATRA!

Last Christmas I had a Pinoy tree adorned with Filipino Santas, capiz stars (parol), woven leaves of organic material like sinamay, buri, pandan, abaca bags (bayong) and cut-out cards of Filipino heroes and legends, Komiks characters, and folk riddles.

Christmas Tree

There's something undeniably magical about the moment when the Christmas tree is finally decorated. Whether it's the twinkling lights, the scent of pine (if one is so inclined to forgo faux in our tropical climate), or the sound of spirited seasonal sounds in the background, the act of decking out the tree has become a beloved holiday tradition that brings families together year after year.

The Hands That Crafted the History of Philippine Sculpture

Isabelo Tampinco y Lakandola (1850-1933) can be regarded as \"the greatest Filipino sculptor of the colonial period\" known for his ecclesiastical works, architectural ornamentation, funeral and decorative arts.