ICC in action: Legal frameworks, state cooperation, accountability

By Edison Joseph Gonzales | March 11, 2025 MANILA – The International Criminal Court (ICC) is once again in the global spotlight as it continues investigating former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s controversial war on drugs. The probe raises critical questions about international justice, state sovereignty, and whether global institutions can truly hold powerful political figures accountable. In an exclusive… Read More ICC in action: Legal frameworks, state cooperation, accountability

LGUs get P143-M from SBMA, but drop in revenue shares noted

By Henry Empeño| March 10, 2025 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — This appears to be an unintended effect of the CREATE MORE Law. Contiguous communities affected by the operations of the Subic Bay Special Economic and Freeport Zone recently received from the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) a total of P143 million as revenue shares from… Read More LGUs get P143-M from SBMA, but drop in revenue shares noted

Comelec identifies 14 poll hotspots in Central Luzon

By Marie Joy S. Carbungco | March 7, 2025 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) —The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has placed 14 areas in Central Luzon under heightened monitoring as election areas of concern ahead of the 2025 national and local elections.  These areas include eight in Nueva Ecija, two each in Pampanga and Bulacan,… Read More Comelec identifies 14 poll hotspots in Central Luzon

AirAsia confirms 14 new aircraft deliveries for 2025 amid strong market demand

Next phase of growth secured with 56 future aircraft fully financed, reinforcing AirAsia’s return to pre-COVID growth and leadership as World’s Best Low-Cost Airline SEPANG, Malaysia | March 6, 2025– AirAsia Aviation Group (“AirAsia” or “the Group”) is ramping up its aggressive expansion strategy with the confirmation of 14 new aircraft deliveries in 2025 –… Read More AirAsia confirms 14 new aircraft deliveries for 2025 amid strong market demand

Cebu Pacific celebrates 29th anniversary with P29 seat sale

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the country’s leading carrier, marks its 29th anniversary this March by bringing back its much-anticipated Super Seat Fest, giving every Juan the chance to explore more destinations through the airline’s hubs across the Philippines and beyond. From March 6-11, all domestic and international destinations will be on sale for as low… Read More Cebu Pacific celebrates 29th anniversary with P29 seat sale

PBBM signs law on alternative education program

By PCO | March 5, 2025 FILIPINOS can now earn degrees through non-traditional means after President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed on Monday the law institutionalizing the expanded tertiary education equivalency and accreditation program (ETEEAP). Republic Act 12124, or the ETEEAP Act, allows Filipinos, especially working professionals, to finish college education for career advancement. The… Read More PBBM signs law on alternative education program

5 wanted criminals in C. Luzon nabbed in police ops

By Jason De Asis | March 4, 2025 CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga (PNA) – Police in Central Luzon arrested five of the region’s most wanted individuals in separate operations on Monday, the Police Regional Office (PRO) 3 reported on Tuesday. First to fall into government hands was Marcial Tuazon, 52, who was arrested in Muñoz, Nueva Ecija… Read More 5 wanted criminals in C. Luzon nabbed in police ops

DOT balances tourism development, environmental preservation in Central Luzon

By Maria Asumpta Estefanie C. Reyes | March 5, 2025 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — The Department of Tourism (DOT) is striving to balance tourism development with environmental preservation in Central Luzon. During the third episode of the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas of the Philippine Information Agency for 2025, DOT Regional Director Richard… Read More DOT balances tourism development, environmental preservation in Central Luzon

BIG SAVINGS AWAIT! SM CITY OLONGAPO CENTRAL ANNOUNCES EXCITING 3 DAY SALE

Mark your calendars! SM City Olongapo Central is kicking off an exclusive 3-Day Sale from March 14 to 16. Shoppers can enjoy up to 70% off on fashion, gadgets, home essentials, groceries, and more! This is the perfect time to grab amazing deals, with additional perks such as buy-one-get-one offers, exclusive bundles, and surprise flash… Read More BIG SAVINGS AWAIT! SM CITY OLONGAPO CENTRAL ANNOUNCES EXCITING 3 DAY SALE