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MANILA, Philippines — Following heated debates at the House of Representatives over the alleged excessive allocation of confidential and intelligence funds in civilian agencies, ranking lawmakers have “collectively” decided to redirect the secret funds to agencies “chiefly responsible for intelligence and surveillance.”
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, September 25) — Socorro Mayor Riza Rafonselle Timcang wants more personnel from Philippine National Police and the Armed Forces of the Philippines to be deployed in her town pending an investigation on the alleged «cult activities» of Socorro Bayanihan Services, Inc (SBSI) in the mountains of Surigao Del Norte.
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice has thumbed down a request from leaders of an alleged “cult” in Soccoro to hold their investigation of the group’s activities in their own locality, citing doubts over the authenticity of members’ answers due to intimidation within the circle.
COTABATO CITY — The Philippine Marines and local government units in Maguindanao del Norte are working together to improve the agricultural productivity of Iranun communities struggling to bounce back from the effects of armed conflicts.
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, September 21) – Out of 117 state universities and colleges (SUCs) in the Philippines, 30 saw budget cuts in the 2024 National Expenditure Program (NEP) despite an increase in the number of students enrolled.
MANILA, Philippines — Social Welfare and Development Secretary Rex Gatchalian on Thursday launched an investigation into claims that an alleged cult in Surigao del Norte might be wrongfully taking government cash grants intended for its members.
CAMP SIONGCO, Maguindanao del Norte — Officials in Maguindanao del Norte on Thursday unveiled a peculiar peace monument, one fashioned from parts of 3,000 assault rifles and rocket launchers surrendered by enemies of state in recent months.
COTABATO CITY — Policemen and soldiers in Kidapawan City on Tuesday night foiled an attempt to smuggle P437,000 worth of imported cigarettes from Zamboanga del Sur to to Digos City.