Hundreds of barangay officials join BFP
Hundreds of barangay officials from Upi and Datu Blah Sinsuat in Maguindanao del Norte officially joined the Bangsamoro Federalist Party (BFP) during a mass oath-taking ceremony on July 20, reinforcing the party’s organization ahead of the first BARMM Parliamentary Elections in September.
UPLIFT Assistance Distribution Begins in Cagayan de Oro, Reaching 1,372 Qualified Households
The distribution of UPLIFT Assistance has officially begun in Cagayan de Oro City, benefiting around 1,372 qualified households affected by rising fuel costs and ongoing energy-related challenges. Implemented under Executive Order No. 110, the program provides support to poor and near-poor families identified through the 2024 Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) as part of the government’s response to the State of National Energy Emergency.
Laguindingan Airport Prepares For Future International Routes As Tourism Efforts Expand
Laguindingan International Airport is preparing for future international flights as Aboitiz InfraCapital upgrades airport facilities, strengthens tourism partnerships, and positions Northern Mindanao for greater global connectivity and economic growth.
4ID sustains peace gains, captures 7 high-powered firearms from CTG in Caraga
Troops of the 4th Infantry (Diamond) Division recovered seven high-powered firearms, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and ammunition during separate military operations in Agusan del Sur and Surigao del Sur, reinforcing efforts to sustain peace and security in the Caraga Region.
JUST IN | Lt. Gen. Antonio G. Nafarrete Named New Chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines
Lt. Gen. Antonio G. Nafarrete has been appointed as the new Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, succeeding the retiring Gen. Romeo S. Brawner Jr., as the military undergoes a leadership transition approved by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Bong Go renews fire safety push, extends aid to 67 families hit by QC blaze
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go renewed his call for stronger fire prevention and disaster preparedness as his Malasakit Team provided assistance to 67 families displaced by a fire in Barangay Sauyo, Quezon City, while advocating for long-term support and improved emergency response systems.
BSP Clamps Down on GCash, Maya, and other Banks Over High Transfer Fees
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is reviewing banks and major e-wallet providers, including GCash and Maya, over transfer fees after they failed to fully comply with new guidelines promoting fair and reasonable charges for inter-bank transactions.