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A โฑ7.5-billion drug haul in just one week highlights aggressive enforcementโbut also exposes how deeply entrenched illegal drug networks remain in the Philippines.Continue Reading
MANILA, Philippines โ The Singapore-flagged bulk carrier M/V Devon Bay that capsized near Scarborough (Panatag) Shoal last week was carrying nickel ore, not iron ore, according to shipping industry data and clarifications from Philippine maritime authorities, correcting earlier reports that misidentified the cargo. The vessel, crewed by 21 Filipino seafarers,Continue Reading
ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines โ At least 15 passengers were confirmed dead after a roll-on/roll-off (RORO) ferry sank off the waters of Basilan early Monday, January 26, authorities said. Basilan Governor Mujiv Hataman confirmed the fatalities in an interview with Super Radyo dzBB, saying rescue operations are still ongoing for dozensContinue Reading
Yes. China did issue a public warningโbut understanding what it means requires context. China has warned certain Philippine officials that they would โpay the priceโ if they continue what Beijing calls the spread of โmalicious informationโ against China. The statement was made by a spokesperson of Chinaโs Ministry of ForeignContinue Reading
IPIL, Zamboanga Sibugay โ For days, a massive foreign vessel loomed off the coast of this quiet town, sparking buzz and wild speculation among residents. On September 8, 2025, local authorities finally boarded the Crane Ship Isabel Fo 1 under orders from Mayor Jelster Ed T. Quimbo. The operation involvedContinue Reading
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) in an operation on Monday rescued twelve individuals believed to be victims of human trafficking during a routine inspection in Zamboanga. It took place at the Baliwasan Seaside private wharf, initially aimed to locate two minors allegedly being smuggled to Sabah, Malaysia, for illegal work.Continue Reading
