MANILA, (PNA) — FIVE FILIPINO JUDOKAS WON GOLD MEDALS IN THEIR RESPECTIVE WEIGHT DIVISIONS ON THURSDAY’S FIRST DAY OF COMPETITION OF THE SOUTHEAST ASIA JUDO CHAMPIONSHIP OR PRE-SEA GAMES JUDO TOURNAMENT IN…
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Gov’t starts rehab of churches damaged by quake
MANILA, (PNA) — The national government is now working on the rehabilitation of centuries-old churches in Bohol and Cebu heavily damaged by the magnitude 7.2 earthquake last Tuesday. Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Abigail…
Aquino thanks Park of Korea for warm hospitality accorded him during his state visit
SEOUL, South Korea, (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III thanked President Park Geun-hye for the warm hospitality she has given him and his delegation, saying her presidency is itself historic. During…
President Park hosts State Dinner in honor of President Aquino in South Korea
SEOUL, South Korea, (PNA) — South Korean President Park Geun-hye cited President Benigno S. Aquino III for expanding “the fabric of trust and shared understanding about our journey” toward a new future…
Fernando holds sway with 71, pads lead to 4
SILANG, Cavite, (PNA)– Mhark Fernando overcame another shaky start in the wind then whisked off Edward Reyes and Marvin Dumandan with yet another big finish to pull away by four after a…
PHL sports officials monitoring Myanmar peace situation
By Lily O Ramos MANILA, (PNA)– Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) and Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) officials are now closely monitoring the security situation in Myanmar as three major cities– Yangoon, Mandalay and…
Relief agencies reach isolated areas, bring food packs
MANILA, (PNA) — Malacanang said government agencies and has reached some isolated areas and brought relief assistance but still working hard to also bring support to other areas affected by Tuesday’s earthquake….
Korean International Trade Association official cites growing relation between Korea and the Philippines in all fronts
SEOUL, South Korea, (PNA) — An official of the Korea International Trade Association (KITA) cited the increasing relations between the Philippines and South Korea which, he said “goes beyond military, politics and…
Five new UNSC non-permanent members, including Saudi Arabia, elected
UNITED NATIONS, (PNA/APP) — The UN’s General Assembly on Thursday elected five new countries, including Saudi Arabia, to non-permanent seats on the Security Council. Saudi Arabia, which won a seat on the…
593 more policemen deployed for MassKara festival
BACOLOD CITY, (PNA) — An additional 593 personnel were deployed by the Philippine National Police in this city to secure revelers during the highlights of the 34th MassKara Festival this weekend. During…
Death toll in 7.2 magnitude earthquake now 173
MANILA, (PNA) — The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Friday announced that the death toll in the 7.2 magnitude earthquake that rocked Central Visayas last Tuesday has now…
Baguio gears towards inspection of old buildings following the devastating earthquake in the Visayas
BAGUIO CITY, (PNA)–City mayor Mauricio Domogan has approved the move for city building officials to start soon the inspection of safety and earthquake readiness of both old and new buildingts in this…
Misamis Oriental, not yet prepared for major quake
By Gerry Gorit CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Misamis Oriental, (PNA) -– Misamis Oriental is not prepared to handle emergencies in case of major earthquakes, Provincial Administrator Edmundo Pacamalan, Jr. said on Thursday….
Army augmentation force in Pangasinan for barangay polls
BINMALEY, Pangasinan, (PNA)–Some 50 soldiers from the 702nd Philippine Army battalion have arrived in Pangasinan as of Thursday as part of the quick response forces (QRF) formed by the Commission on Elections…
Dog lovers lead animal welfare advocacy in Iloilo City
ILOILO CITY, (PNA) — Stray dogs or neglected dogs will find a home now — courtesy of the Animal Welfare Association (AWA), a non-government organization created by animal advocates here for the…