Suspected gun runner nabbed in Cavite buy-bust

Suspected gun runner nabbed in Cavite buy-bust

LUCENA CITY, Quezon – Police arrested a suspected gun runner in a buy-bust operation on Thursday, Feb. 12, in Indang, Cavite province. In a report, Cavite police said the suspect, identified only as “Lon,” was apprehended at around 1 p.m. after he allegedly sold an undocumented caliber .22 rifle loaded with two bullets to an undercover police officer for P6,500. READ: Village councilor, 2 others fall in Cavite, Batangas drug buy-busts Authorities are conducting a follow-up investigation to determine the source of the firearm. The seized firearm will undergo ballistic and cross-matching examinations to determine whether it was used in previous […]... Keep on reading: Suspected gun runner nabbed in Cavite buy-bust

Basty, in true Chinese tradition, wore red like most everyone else, for luck, good health, and prosperity. When I asked him, “What’s your birthday wish?” he replied, through the din and loud music, with a wide smile, which I interpreted to mean, “Love and good times.”
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Basty, in true Chinese tradition, wore red like most everyone else, for luck, good health, and prosperity. When I asked him, “What’s your birthday wish?” he replied, through the din and loud music, with a wide smile, which I interpreted to mean, “Love and good times.” #MBOpinions

Basty, in true Chinese tradition, wore red like most everyone else, for luck, good health, and prosperity. When I asked him, “What’s your birthday wish?” he replied, through the din and loud music, with a wide smile, which I interpreted to mean, “Love and good times.” #MBOpinions

Iriga’s Tinagba fest draws crowds amid rains

Iriga’s Tinagba fest draws crowds amid rains

IRIGA CITY, Camarines Sur – Ten school-based contingents and 38 traditional bullcarts braved a heavy downpour on Wednesday to celebrate the annual Tinagba Festival, a tradition dating back to 1974 when locals here offer their first harvest of the year in a celebration coinciding with the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes. Despite the inclement weather, the city government proceeded with the festivities. Participants paraded three kilometers around the city and ended at St. Anthony de Padua parish and the grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, where farmers and participants offered their agricultural produce as a gesture of thanksgiving. Mayor […]... Keep on reading: Iriga’s Tinagba fest draws crowds amid rains

PVL: Bella Belen continues to shine but says Capital1 still lacking

PVL: Bella Belen continues to shine but says Capital1 still lacking

MANILA, Philippines — Capital1’s top pick Bella Belen continues to shine in her second tournament as a pro with another PVL career-high 28 points. Belen was able to reset her best scoring output as a pro against the taller PLDT, only for Capital1 to absorb its second straight loss, 25-20. 25-16, 22-25, 25-17, in the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference on Thursday at FilOil Centre. “My approach was just to perform and show what I can do as a player, whatever I can contribute to help the team,” said Belen, who had 26 kills, one block, and an ace. “When I […]... Keep on reading: PVL: Bella Belen continues to shine but says Capital1 still lacking

Superlotto 6/49 jackpot at ₱47.05M not won Feb. 12

Superlotto 6/49 jackpot at ₱47.05M not won Feb. 12

MANILA, Philippines — No bettor won the jackpot in the Superlotto 6/49 draw on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO). The winning combination for Superlotto 6/49 was 02-37-24-21-36-40, with a jackpot prize of ₱47.05 million. PCSO said no ticket holder matched all six numbers. In the Lotto 6/42 draw, no jackpot winner was also recorded. The winning numbers were 40-23-20-28-36-07 for a jackpot worth ₱10 million. READ: Lone bettor wins P37.03M MegaLotto jackpot on Feb. 11 Minor games • 6D Lotto: 3-2-2-6-0-7 – ₱1.23 million jackpot – 0 winner• 3D Lotto (2 p.m.): 2-2-0 – […]... Keep on reading: Superlotto 6/49 jackpot at ₱47.05M not won Feb. 12

PVL: Jovelyn Gonzaga delivers as ZUS Coffee rallies past Akari

PVL: Jovelyn Gonzaga delivers as ZUS Coffee rallies past Akari

MANILA, Philippines — Jovelyn Gonzaga stepped up when it mattered most to lift ZUS Coffee to its first win in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference with a come-from-behind 16-25, 25-18, 18-25, 25-23, 15-12 win over Akari on Thursday at the FilOil Centre in San Juan City. Gonzaga drilled the big blows in the fifth set, including the last two points, to help the Thunderbelles snap a two-game skid and improve to a 1-2 record. READ: PVL: Vet Jovelyn Gonzaga leads young ZUS Coffee breakthrough The star opposite hitter joined hands with her fellow veteran, Fiola Ceballos, to […]... Keep on reading: PVL: Jovelyn Gonzaga delivers as ZUS Coffee rallies past Akari

The seizure of ₱129.13 million worth of illegal drugs in just one week by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) is both commendable and deeply alarming. Commendable because it reflects the persistence, coordination, and operational capability of law enforcement. Alarming

The seizure of ₱129.13 million worth of illegal drugs in just one week by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) is both commendable and deeply alarming. Commendable because it reflects the persistence, coordination, and operational capability of law enforcement. Alarming

The seizure of ₱129.13 million worth of illegal drugs in just one week by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) is both commendable and deeply alarming. Commendable because it reflects the persistence, coordination, and operational capability of law enforcement. Alarming

Dizon woos fresh grads to join DPWH anew

Dizon woos fresh grads to join DPWH anew

MANILA – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Thursday once again encouraged young professionals and fresh graduates to be part of the agency’s transformation and reform. “There is hope. But there’s no hope if people like you don’t join us,” DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon told students who participated in the DPWH Job Fair held at De La Salle University (DLSU) in Manila. “There are a lot of bad breads here, so we have to take them out and replace them with you guys.” More than 400 applicants participated in the second DPWH Job Fair, which will continue […]... Keep on reading: Dizon woos fresh grads to join DPWH anew

Experts warn of rapid marine ecosystem decline amid focus on WPS issues

Experts warn of rapid marine ecosystem decline amid focus on WPS issues

MANILA, Philippines — While public attention remains fixed on sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea, a marine expert warned that the country may be overlooking an equally urgent threat—the rapid degradation of its marine ecosystems. Dr. Deo Onda, of the University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute, highlighted this point during a roundtable discussion on Thursday, noting that tensions in the region have “pulled us away” from other security threats the country faces. “If you look at many of the responses that we have in the West Philippine Sea, it’s very much strategic, military-based, or political in a way. […]... Keep on reading: Experts warn of rapid marine ecosystem decline amid focus on WPS issues

Solons grill BOC over lack of presentation on smuggling

Solons grill BOC over lack of presentation on smuggling

MANILA, Philippines — Lawmakers have called out the Bureau of Customs (BOC) over its alleged unpreparedness, as it attended a House of Representatives probe on illicit cigarette smuggling without giving any presentation. During the hearing of the House committee on ways and means on Wednesday, both Manila Rep. Joel Chua and Cagayan de Oro Rep. Rufus Rodriguez quizzed BOC officials present — regarding the lack of a presentation and as to why Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno is absent from the proceedings. According to Chua, he cannot help but notice why other agencies invited, like the Department of Finance (DOF) and the Bureau […]... Keep on reading: Solons grill BOC over lack of presentation on smuggling

PNP sets security plan for 3rd Trillion Peso March on Edsa anniversary

PNP sets security plan for 3rd Trillion Peso March on Edsa anniversary

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Thursday said it was preparing the security plan for the third Trillion Peso March set to take place on the 40th anniversary of the Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (Edsa) People Power Revolution. “We are now reviewing and updating our security plan for this event. The goal is to ensure peace and order while respecting the rights of the people to assemble and freedom of speech,” PNP Chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said in a statement. “We seek the cooperation of organizers and participants in working with us to ensure that […]... Keep on reading: PNP sets security plan for 3rd Trillion Peso March on Edsa anniversary