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Soldiers Seize 9 High-Powered Rifles in Maguindanao Operations
Maguindanao del Sur – Government troops seized nine assault rifles in two separate raids across the province on Thursday, February 13. Brig. Gen. Donald Gumiran, commander of the 6th Infantry Division, confirmed on Friday, February 14, that a unit from the 33rd Infantry Battalion recovered four M16 rifles and an M14 rifle from an abandoned vehicle
PDEA, Officials Torch P331.2M Worth of Shabu, Drugs
Cotabato City, Philippines—In a decisive move against illegal drugs, government officials incinerated P331.2 million worth of shabu at a power-generating plant in Aurora on Wednesday, February 12. Led by Maharani Gadaoni-Tosoc, regional director of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)-9, the event marked the destruction of 48.6 kilos of shabu along with expired barbiturates and
PhilHealth Embarks on a Digital Revolution to Transform Healthcare
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) is stepping into a new era of healthcare efficiency and accessibility, driven by a bold digital transformation initiative spearheaded by its newly appointed President and CEO, Edwin Mercado. This groundbreaking move promises to revolutionize how Filipinos access healthcare services, making the process faster, simpler, and more transparent. At the
$400M Government Deal? Mysterious Document Edit on Tesla Sparks Controversy
Billionaire Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and X.com, and the leader of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has promised transparency in his efforts to reform government spending. But on Wednesday night, February 12, a curious change in a U.S. State Department procurement document raised eyebrows. Tesla’s name was quietly removed following media
Swalwell Blasts Trump as a ‘Child’ in Heated Censorship Hearing Clash
In a fiery exchange during Wednesday’s House Judiciary Committee hearing on government censorship, Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) delivered a scathing rebuke to Republicans, particularly targeting Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH), while dropping a bombshell revelation about President Donald Trump. The hearing, which Swalwell quipped was “a natural remedy for insomnia,” took a sharp turn when the
Senate Faces Criticism Over Delayed Impeachment Trial for VP Sara Duterte
The Senate is under fire for its decision to delay the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, with critics arguing that the move contradicts the constitutional mandate for such proceedings to begin “forthwith.” The trial is now expected to commence only after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), sparking debate
GM and Ford Brace for Potential Tariffs, Warn of Industry ‘Chaos’
General Motors CEO Mary Barra revealed on Tuesday that the automaker has contingency plans to mitigate up to 50% of potential tariffs President Trump may impose on imports from Canada and Mexico. Speaking at a Wolfe Research investment conference, Barra said GM is prepared to absorb 30% to 50% of the additional costs “without deploying
Central Mindanao Sees Surge in Surrendered Firearms
Nineteen more firearms were voluntarily surrendered by owners in two Central Mindanao towns, marking another milestone in the region’s ongoing disarmament campaign. This initiative, part of the Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Management Program, complements the government’s broader peace process in Mindanao, fostering hope for a safer and more stable future. The firearms, handed
US Military Admits Contracting Plane in Maguindanao del Sur Crash
COTABATO CITY — A US military-contracted plane crash in Maguindanao del Sur has left four dead, with American rescuers swiftly retrieving the victims’ remains in a high-stakes operation. The incident has raised questions about the extent of U.S. military activities in the region and the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash. On Friday morning, February 7,
Mindanao Lawmakers Brace for Political Backlash After Impeaching VP Sara Duterte
Forty-one lawmakers from Mindanao joined their colleagues in the House of Representatives to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday. The decision, rooted in allegations of betrayal of public trust, culpable violation of the Constitution, misuse of funds, and threats against the President and his family, has placed these legislators in a precarious position. For
Heightened Police Presence in Bangsamoro Provinces Following Deadly Attacks
Police teams since Wednesday have become a highly visible presence in key locations across two Bangsamoro provinces, following a series of deadly gun attacks in the region. These incidents have occurred despite a nationwide election-related gun ban, raising concerns about security as the 2025 elections approach. Brig. Gen. Romeo Juan Macapaz, director of the Police
Impeachment Showdown: The Fight for Accountability Against VP Sara Duterte
The political landscape in the Philippines has been electrified by the House of Representatives’ decision to advance impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte. It marked a pivotal moment in the nation’s fight against corruption and misuse of public funds. This move has been hailed as a significant step forward by various individuals and groups
