Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. urged stronger cooperation between Europe and Asia to uphold international law amid rising global threats. Read more »
Lawmakers are pushing for a Senate inquiry to examine whether the country’s Anti-Hazing Act is being properly enforced, following a series of tragic incidents that continue to raise alarm across the nation. Read more »
Health groups renew calls for a total vape ban as PH lags behind ASEAN neighbors in protecting youth and public health from vaping risks. Read more »
The Bureau of Immigration detained three Chinese nationals in Parañaque for alleged identity theft, overstaying, and visa violations. Authorities continue crackdowns on foreign nationals abusing Philippine immigration laws. Read more »
The Department of Education is reviewing grading and “mass promotion” practices to ensure students advance based on competency, with expanded academic recovery and support programs. Read more »
Humanitarian and human rights organizations on Monday renewed calls for unrestricted access to Abra de Ilog, Occidental Mindoro, warning that the area has become heavily militarized and inaccessible to independent aid groups. Read more »
