Recto orders stronger counter terrorism policies

Recto orders stronger counter terrorism policies

MANILA, Philippines — Executive Secretary Ralph Recto met with the members the Anti-Terrorism Council (ATC) to further strengthen policies and strategic responses to counter terrorism and other emerging threats in the country. Recto, who heads the ATC, convened the council following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to reinforce peace and order nationwide. "During the meeting, the Executive Secretary directed all concerned agencies to deliver concrete, coordinated actions grounded in vigilance, unity, and compassion for the nation’s welfare," the Office of the Executive Secretary (OES) said in a statement. Recto also underscored the importance of implementing measures anchored in the rule of law, guided by sound intelligence, and driven by shared duty to protect the Filipino people.

PH’s most advanced ships to participate in this year’s Balikatan exercises

PH’s most advanced ships to participate in this year’s Balikatan exercises

MANILA, Philippines — The most advanced and modern warships of the Philippine Navy (PN) will be participating in this year's "Balikatan" exercises along with the United States military scheduled tentatively between April and May. Capt. Marissa Martinez, PN spokesman, said the Rizal and Malvar classes, landing docks and fast interdiction craft-missile would be joining the annual exercise. The Jose Rizal-class frigates (HDF-2600 type) are the first purpose-built, missile-capable, multi-role warships of the Philippine Navy, designed for anti-air, anti-surface, sub-surface, and electronic warfare. The Miguel Malvar-class frigates are modern guided-missile frigates designed for advanced anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare. Currently, the Navy has two Rizal-class guided missile frigates – the lead ship BRP Jose Rizal (FF-150) and the BRP Antonio Luna (FF-151), both delivered by South Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in 2020 and 2021. With dimensions of 107-meters and 2600 tonnage, the guided-missile frigates were designed for stealth and multi-mission capabilities built with advanced sensors (TRS-3D radar), anti-ship missiles (C-Star), torpedoes, a 76mm main gun, and a helicopter landing deck. Meanwhile, the two Malvar-class guided missile frigates, both delivered and commissioned last year, are more armed than the Jose Rizal-class frigates. With 3,200-tonnage, the Malvar-class frigates boasts of key features including a 16-cell Vertical Launch System (VLS), 8 anti-ship missiles, a 76mm main gun, and 35mm CIWS, designed for multi-mission, anti-air, and anti-submarine warfare with 25+ knot speeds. Meanwhile, landing docks BRP Tarlac (LD-601) and BRP Davao del Sur (LD-602) are usually used for transport and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions.

PNP deploying 11,000 cops to secure Edsa rallies on Feb. 22 and 25

PNP deploying 11,000 cops to secure Edsa rallies on Feb. 22 and 25

MANILA, Philippines – Some 11,000 police officers will be deployed to maintain peace and order in the prayer and indignation rallies against corruption and to mark the 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution later this month, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said. “We want to state that the PNP is ready to maintain peace and order during the conduct of any activities on Feb. 25,” PNP spokesman Brigadier General Randulf Tuaño said in a briefing on Friday. “The Quezon City government received a letter or memorandum dated Feb. 10. It was addressed to the district director of QCPD […]... Keep on reading: PNP deploying 11,000 cops to secure Edsa rallies on Feb. 22 and 25

'WAG MAGCHEAT, BAD 'YAN

Respondents in a Social Weather Stations Survey said that the most common forms of cheating they experienced or witnessed were physical and emotional cheating, followed by cyber and object cheating, respectively.

Meanwhile, four out of ten respondents

'WAG MAGCHEAT, BAD 'YAN Respondents in a Social Weather Stations Survey said that the most common forms of cheating they experienced or witnessed were physical and emotional cheating, followed by cyber and object cheating, respectively. Meanwhile, four out of ten respondents

'WAG MAGCHEAT, BAD 'YAN Respondents in a Social Weather Stations Survey said that the most common forms of cheating they experienced or witnessed were physical and emotional cheating, followed by cyber and object cheating, respectively. Meanwhile, four out of ten respondents

LOOK: Zanjoe Marudo shares photos of December church wedding with Ria Atayde

LOOK: Zanjoe Marudo shares photos of December church wedding with Ria Atayde

Zanjoe Marudo delighted fans after he shared for the first time some photos from his church wedding with Ria Atayde held last December. The actor looked back at their special day through his Instagram Stories on Thursday, Feb. 12, showing their bridal sheet cake which had the phrase “Mabuhay ang Bagong Kasal.” In a succeeding post, Marudo and Atayde can be seen in an embrace while dancing in front of their wedding guests. The couple were also joined on the stage by their son Sabino. READ: Sylvia Sanchez admires daughter Ria Atayde: ‘Motherhood was always in you’ Marudo and Atayde […]... Keep on reading: LOOK: Zanjoe Marudo shares photos of December church wedding with Ria Atayde

MSD Philippines’ run against cervical cancer recognized at 61st Anvil Awards

MSD Philippines’ run against cervical cancer recognized at 61st Anvil Awards

MSD in the Philippines’ Run Against Cervical Cancer (RACC) has been recognized at the 61st Anvil Awards, earning a Silver Anvil under the PR Tools – Special Events and Exhibits category, for transforming a fun run into a meaningful platform for health advocacy and collective action toward cervical cancer elimination. The award, which recognized MSD’s contribution to strengthening community awareness and action against cervical cancer, was received by Andreas Riedel, President and Managing Director of MSD Philippines, together with Dr. Mary Ann Galang-Escalona, Country Medical Lead, and select leaders of the program team. This year, the Anvil Awards drew over […]... Keep on reading: MSD Philippines’ run against cervical cancer recognized at 61st Anvil Awards

Central Visayas inflation highest among all regions in January 2026

Central Visayas inflation highest among all regions in January 2026

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Central Visayas remained the fastest-inflating region for the sixth straight month, with inflation at 5.6 percent in January 2026, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). Sustained pressure on consumer prices remained for the month. This caused the jump from 3.8 percent in December 2025 and 2.9 percent in January last […]... Keep on reading: Central Visayas inflation highest among all regions in January 2026