Public urged to coordinate with authorities on firecracker disposal

By Christopher Lloyd Caliwan | Philippine News Agency The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) on Wednesday urged residents to coordinate with local police stations or fire authorities for the proper disposal of unused firecrackers, which are considered hazardous waste. In an interview...

Palace: PBBM to review 2026 budget, spend New Year with family

By Darryl John Esguerra | Philippine News Agency Malacañang on Wednesday said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will remain in the Palace to continue reviewing the proposed 2026 national budget and will welcome the New Year with his family. Palace Press Officer and...

5 holiday deaths linked to stroke, heart attacks reported

By Ma. Teresa Montemayor | Philippine News Agency The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday reported five deaths linked to acute medical emergencies recorded during the 2025 holiday season, highlighting the persistent threat of non-communicable diseases amid festive celebrations. Citing surveillance data gathered...

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200 ‘Pulis ng Panginoon’ to join Traslacion

By Ferdinand Patinio | Philippine News Agency Around 200 police officers will participate in the annual Traslacion on Jan. 9, the centerpiece of the Feast of the Black Nazarene. At a press conference on Monday, Alex Irasga, technical adviser of Quiapo Church, said...