Authorities arrested 244 foreign nationals during simultaneous raids in Zamboanga Sibugay, in what the Bureau of Immigration (BI) described as the country’s “largest Pogo bust” since the government banned Philippine offshore gaming operators. Read more »
Bomb threats disrupted classes in Metro Manila and Biliran as the NBI investigates links to the South Cotabato school shooting and a suspected Cebu groomer. Read more »
A new security measure is being considered for public schools following a string of shooting incidents, with the DILG and DepEd working on an agreement to strengthen on-campus monitoring. Read more »
Growing transport activity, new businesses, and expanding commercial services are reshaping Lamitan City’s economy, with stronger connections to Zamboanga City helping increase the movement of people and goods. Read more »
The Philippines is set to see a major expansion in hotel capacity, with 45,884 rooms across 213 properties projected to open by 2032. Read more »
Clearer traffic information and accessible alternate routes are being prioritized by the LTFRB following the recent flooding that submerged portions of NLEX in San Simon, Pampanga. Read more »
