Statement of Sen. Joel Villanueva on the Zamboanga school shooting
The tragic school shooting in Zamboanga is a painful reminder that our children deserve nothing less than a safe and secure environment. Schools should be sanctuaries of learning, hope, and opportunity and not places where our children have to fear for their lives. We extend our deepest condolences to the families who lost their loved […] The post Statement of Sen. Joel Villanueva on the Zamboanga school shooting appeared first on News Core Bulacan.

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Sta. Lourdes teams take top two spots in Mayor’s Cup sepak takraw
Two teams from Sta. Lourdes National High School took the top spots in the Mayor’s Cup Sepak Takraw Tournament held in Puerto Princesa City on August 15 and 16. Sta. Lourdes National High School Team A emerged as champion, while Team B from the same school finished second. Palawan National School Green Hawks and Mangingisda […] The post Sta. Lourdes teams take top two spots in Mayor’s Cup sepak takraw appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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AFP sees more Chinese law enforcement ships in West Philippine Sea
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) monitored more Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessels in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) during the first half of 2026, indicating increased Chinese law enforcement activity in Philippine maritime zones. AFP spokesperson for the WPS Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad said Tuesday that the Philippine Navy monitored 77 CCG […] The post AFP sees more Chinese law enforcement ships in West Philippine Sea appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Banta mula sa ihi ng daga: 54 leptospirosis cases naitala sa Palawan, lima patay
Limang residente na ang nasawi sa leptospirosis sa Palawan matapos makapagtala ang lalawigan ng 54 kaso hanggang Morbidity Week 31 ng 2026, pangalawa sa may pinakamaraming kaso sa buong MIMAROPA. Batay sa pinakahuling Timely Review of Notifiable Diseases (TReND) ng Department of Health (DOH) Center for Regional Epidemiology and Technology Enhancement, o CRE@TE, 49 sa […] The post Banta mula sa ihi ng daga: 54 leptospirosis cases naitala sa Palawan, lima patay appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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PVO reports 414 ASF cases in Benguet from June to August
LA TRINIDAD, Benguet – The Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) reported that 414 pigs had been affected by African swine fever (ASF) as of Tuesday, August 11, with the livestock losses estimated at around P7 million across three municipalities in Benguet. Provincial Veterinarian Purita Lesing said ASF cases were recorded in piggeries in Itogon, Sablan, and […] The post PVO reports 414 ASF cases in Benguet from June to August appeared first on HERALD EXPRESS | News in Cordillera and Northern Luzon.

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LTO huhulihin ang mga may improvised na plaka simula September 1
Magsasagawa ang Land Transportation Office (LTO) ng nationwide crackdown laban sa mga sasakyang gumagamit ng improvised na plaka simula September 1, ayon kay LTO chief Markus Lacanilao. Sinabi ni Lacanilao nitong Martes na ipinagbawal na ng LTO ang paggamit ng improvised plates na ginagaya ang disenyo ng mga plaka na inisyu ng gobyerno. “Starting September […] The post LTO huhulihin ang mga may improvised na plaka simula September 1 appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Drug dealer yields P544,000 worth of shabu in Cagayan
By: Villamor Visaya Jr. – Philippine Daily Inquirer News Correspondent / @VillVisayaJrINQ TUGUEGARAO CITY — A woman yielded 80 grams of shabu worth P544,000 to an undercover agent in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Punta, Aparri, Cagayan, on Aug. 17, police said. Police identified the arrested suspect only as “Ana,” a physical therapist from Camalaniugan, Cagayan. The Regional […] The post Drug dealer yields P544,000 worth of shabu in Cagayan appeared first on Luzonwide News Correspondent.

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Back-to-back wins: Palawan Group honored at International HR Awards
The Palawan Group of Companies was named Winner of the Human Capital Management (HCM) Transformation Award at the SAP Customer Excellence Awards for Southeast Asia 2026 held on August 4 at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore. It was the only organization from the Philippines to receive the award. A day earlier, on August […] The post Back-to-back wins: Palawan Group honored at International HR Awards appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Bulacan commemorates 448th founding anniversary, kicks off Singkaban Festival
CITY OF MALOLOS — Defying the heavy skies and gloomy weather, the historic Province of Bulacan commemorated its 448th Founding Anniversary at The Pavilion, Hiyas ng Bulacan Convention Center, radiating nearly five centuries of unmatched history, vibrant culture, proud heritage, and the unbroken spirit of the Bulakenyos. Carrying the theme “Pagpupugay sa Ating Mayamang Kasaysayan, Pagtiyak […] The post Bulacan commemorates 448th founding anniversary, kicks off Singkaban Festival appeared first on News Core Bulacan.

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Olympic medalist Mariano wins silver, bronze in world jiujitsu event
Beijing Olympics bronze medalist for wushu Mariane Mariano finished with silver and bronze medals in the 2026 Ju-Jitsu International Federation (JJIF) World Championship in Abu Dhabi, UAE over the weekend. Mariano, who earned a bronze medal in the 2025 Southeast Asian Games in Thailand, combined with Jhen Buzon for a silver medal in the women’s […] The post Olympic medalist Mariano wins silver, bronze in world jiujitsu event appeared first on Baguio Chronicle.

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MAKE EVERY MOVIE RUN MORE REWARDING WITH SM CINEMA’S WATCH & WIN PROMO
Looking for your next weekend plan or casual movie night out? Your movie ticket is about to work twice as hard. Until October 15, 2026, SM Cinema is leveling up movie runs across Bulacan with its Watch & Win promo. Every ticket purchased gives you a chance to win movie tickets for two, making your next trip […] The post MAKE EVERY MOVIE RUN MORE REWARDING WITH SM CINEMA’S WATCH & WIN PROMO appeared first on News Core Bulacan.

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Robin sinisi ang social media sa pamamaril sa Ateneo de Zamboanga
Sinisi ni Sen. Robin Padilla ang umano’y malaking impluwensya ng social media sa mga kabataan kasunod ng pamamaril sa Ateneo de Zamboanga University Junior High School noong Martes, Augusto 18, na ikinasawi ng dalawang tao at ikinasugat ng siyam pa. Sa isang Facebook Live, sinabi ni Padilla na kailangang pagtuunan ng pansin ang paggamit ng […] The post Robin sinisi ang social media sa pamamaril sa Ateneo de Zamboanga appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Capitol warns Kapampangans vs prolonged floodwater exposure amid leptospirosis risk
By Marie Joy S. Carbungco CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — Pampanga Governor Lilia Pineda has urged residents in flooded communities to minimize contact with floodwaters as prolonged inundation increases the risk of leptospirosis and other water-related illnesses. Pineda particularly warned residents with cuts or wounds on their feet against wading through floodwaters and […] The post Capitol warns Kapampangans vs prolonged floodwater exposure amid leptospirosis risk appeared first on News Core Bulacan.

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Mosquito-borne threats surge
SOUTHERN LEYTE – Dengue and chikungunya cases are currently reporred in the province. They are mainly transmitted through the bites of infected Aedes mosquitoes. Dengue may cause high fever, headache, pain behind the eyes, muscle and joint pain, nausea, vomiting, and skin rash, while chikungunya commonly causes sudden fever and severe joint pain. Severe dengue […] The post Mosquito-borne threats surge appeared first on Southern Leyte Times.

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The Credibility of Military Awards is at Stake
The medals and other distinctions worn on a military uniform are not ornaments. What they represent can take years to acquire, sometimes through sacrifice, fear, and experiences that can never be recovered. The Armed Forces of the Philippines is obligated to protect this medal and the credibility of the process behind its awarding. This is […] The post The Credibility of Military Awards is at Stake appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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UP Physicists Uncover Universal Dynamics in Time Crystal Formation
A time crystal is a phase of matter, much like solids, liquids, or gases—but with a remarkable difference. Instead of remaining static, it exhibits a steady and predictable rhythm. Just as a solid is defined by the arrangement of its atoms in space, a time crystal is defined by a repeating pattern in its behavior […] The post UP Physicists Uncover Universal Dynamics in Time Crystal Formation appeared first on News Core Bulacan.

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HIV/AIDS awareness pursued
There is a recorded 249 cumulative Human Immunodeficiency Virus/ Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) cases from 1989 to March 2026. This is the latest data provided by the Provincial Health Services Office (PHSO) and the Provincial Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (PESU), according to Joewil Paloma Napuli, Disease Surveillance Officer and provincial program manager for HIV/AIDS, rabies […] The post HIV/AIDS awareness pursued appeared first on Southern Leyte Times.

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Seaweed farmers in remote Balabac communities get production inputs
Three seaweed farming associations in remote communities in Balabac have received propagules, production materials and agricultural inputs from the Palawan provincial government to support their farms and livelihoods. The assistance was distributed from August 12 to 14 in Sitios Segampal and Matangule in Barangay Bancalaan and Sitio Bahayan in Barangay Sebaring. The recipients were the […] The post Seaweed farmers in remote Balabac communities get production inputs appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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PNP SEIZES ₱2.2-M WORTH OF ILLEGAL FISHING ITEMS, APPREHENDS 21 IN ONE DAY
The Philippine National Police intensified its enforcement of fishery laws as Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8) apprehended 21 individuals in separate anti-illegal fishing operations across Leyte, Southern Leyte, and Biliran on August 16, 2026. In Leyte, three individuals were apprehended in separate operations in the seawaters of Matalom, Isabel, and Bato. The operations resulted in […] The post PNP SEIZES ₱2.2-M WORTH OF ILLEGAL FISHING ITEMS, APPREHENDS 21 IN ONE DAY appeared first on Luzonwide News Correspondent.

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VP Sara kinansela ang Japan trip matapos isiwalat ng Malacañang ang biyahe
Kinansela ni Vice President Sara Duterte ang kanyang nakatakdang anim na araw na personal na biyahe sa Japan matapos ihayag ng Malacañang sa publiko ang kanyang travel authority at mga gastusing kaugnay sa seguridad at staff. Nakatakda sanang bumiyahe si Duterte sa Japan mula Augusto 19 hanggang 24. Sinabi niyang personal niyang biyahe ito at […] The post VP Sara kinansela ang Japan trip matapos isiwalat ng Malacañang ang biyahe appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Katawan ng laborer mula Linapacan, natagpuan sa Coron; pagkamatay iniimbestigahan
Iniimbestigahan ng pulisya ang pagkamatay ng isang 44-anyos na laborer mula Linapacan matapos matagpuan ang kanyang katawan sa Barangay Guadalupe, Coron, Palawan noong Martes ng umaga, August 18. Kinilala ng Palawan Police Provincial Office (PPO) ang lalaki sa alyas na “Mar,” residente ng Barangay Maroyog-royog, Linapacan. Ayon sa PPO, nakatanggap ang Linapacan Municipal Police Station […] The post Katawan ng laborer mula Linapacan, natagpuan sa Coron; pagkamatay iniimbestigahan appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Walong PDL sa Taytay District Jail, opisyal nang miyembro ng SSS
Target ng Taytay District Jail na maiparehistro sa Social Security System (SSS) ang lahat ng 39 Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL) sa pasilidad upang mapalawak ang kanilang access sa social protection at masuportahan ang kanilang pagbabalik sa lipunan. Ayon sa Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Taytay, unang nakatanggap ng kanilang SSS Membership Data […] The post Walong PDL sa Taytay District Jail, opisyal nang miyembro ng SSS appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Remulla seeks stronger liability for negligent firearm owners
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla has called on Congress to impose stronger penalties on gun owners who fail to secure their firearms after two police-issued guns were used in the Ateneo de Zamboanga University shooting. Remulla said firearm owners should be held accountable when another person gains access to their weapons and uses them to kill […] The post Remulla seeks stronger liability for negligent firearm owners appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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City reports ₱23.86 million in building permit, inspection collections
The Puerto Princesa City government reported that the Office of the City Building Official (OCBO) collected ₱23.86 million from permits, inspections and other services during the first seven months of 2026. The city government said the OCBO processed 752 building permits and 429 occupancy permits from January to July. It also handled 202 electrical service […] The post City reports ₱23.86 million in building permit, inspection collections appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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The Edralins end sleepless nights with latest single’s launch at Canto
After two months of practically sleepless nights, The Edralins’ latest single will be launched this coming Friday, August 21, 2026, at the Canto Bogchi Joint at the Kisad-MH del Pilar corner. After “Dalawang buwan na pigaan, puyatan at timpla sa studio…eto na (Two months of grind, sleepless nights and mixing at the studio… here it […] The post The Edralins end sleepless nights with latest single’s launch at Canto appeared first on Baguio Chronicle.

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Baguio advances science-based governance
BAGUIO CITY – The city government recently created the Baguio Research and Innovation Council Technical Working Group (BCRIC TWG) to advance science-based governance, climate resilience, and evidence-based development for the city. Under Executive Order No. 102, series of 2026 signed by Mayor Benjamin B. Magalong, the BCRIC TWG shall provide technical expertise, evaluate search and […] The post Baguio advances science-based governance appeared first on HERALD EXPRESS | News in Cordillera and Northern Luzon.

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Dumaran trains local stakeholders to strengthen protection of wildlife habitats
The Municipality of Dumaran is strengthening its local environmental governance as the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development Staff (PCSDS) trained local government officials and stakeholders on natural resource protection from Aug. 12 to 14. The three-day Capability Enhancement of Relevant Agencies Training focused on the Environmentally Critical Areas Network (ECAN), including the role of the […] The post Dumaran trains local stakeholders to strengthen protection of wildlife habitats appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Baguio calamity victims get P3.1M in monetized aid
BAGUIO CITY – Approximately P3.1 million worth of monetized assistance were given to calamity-stricken victims in the city following the wrath of Tropical Storm Maymay and the enhanced southwest monsoon that brought torrential rains to the city over the past two weeks. City Social Welfare and Development Officer Liza Bulayungan said that the monetized assistance […] The post Baguio calamity victims get P3.1M in monetized aid appeared first on HERALD EXPRESS | News in Cordillera and Northern Luzon.

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Tabuk launches 911 emergency hotline to strengthen public safety 
TABUK CITY – The city government has officially launched the Tabuk City 911 Emergency Hotline, marking a significant milestone in the city’s efforts to modernize its emergency response system and provide residents with faster, more accessible emergency services. The launching ceremony was attended by representatives from the Department of the Interior and Local Government, Philippine […] The post Tabuk launches 911 emergency hotline to strengthen public safety  appeared first on HERALD EXPRESS | News in Cordillera and Northern Luzon.

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SSS Micro Loan Program (SSS Loanlite) 
Inilunsad na ng SSS panibagong loan program nito, ang SSS Micro Loan Program o tatawagin ring SSS Loanlite. Mula sa salitang Loan Lite – magaan, mabilisan at pinaigsing araw ang pagbabayad ng utang sa SSS. Angkop ito para was mga miyembrong may biglaang pangangailangang pinansyal pero hindi naman ganon kalakihang halaga. Ang halaga ng mahihiram […] The post SSS Micro Loan Program (SSS Loanlite)  appeared first on HERALD EXPRESS | News in Cordillera and Northern Luzon.

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Tabuk family appeals for return of stolen carabao
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — A grieving family in Tabuk City is seeking help to locate their carabao, which was allegedly stolen from their yard early Wednesday morning, August 19. Thelma Dongdongan Manongyao said the carabao was still in their yard in Purok 5, Bulanao, around 3 a.m. but was gone when they checked at about […] The post Tabuk family appeals for return of stolen carabao appeared first on HERALD EXPRESS | News in Cordillera and Northern Luzon.

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Fire causes ₱273,000 damage at LandBank Coron branch
A fire that hit the Land Bank of the Philippines branch in Coron on Tuesday, August 18, caused an estimated ₱273,000 in property damage, according to the local office of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP). The fire started at around 12:15 p.m. in the branch’s storage area, destroying office supplies and old bank files […] The post Fire causes ₱273,000 damage at LandBank Coron branch appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Lawmaker urges passage of national land use law to address flooding
Parañaque 2nd District Rep. Brian Yamsuan is pushing for the immediate passage of a national land use law, saying fragmented planning and development in high-risk areas are contributing to the Philippines’ recurring flooding problems. Yamsuan said Wednesday that a unified national framework would allow the government to develop a long-term, science-based approach to flood management […] The post Lawmaker urges passage of national land use law to address flooding appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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DOST looks to include Kalayaan in regional scholarship program
Kalayaan remains outside the reach of the Department of Science and Technology’s scholarship program, making it the only municipality in MIMAROPA without coverage, Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. said. The program is now available in 72 of the region’s 73 municipalities. Solidum said DOST hopes students from Kalayaan will eventually qualify for its college scholarships following […] The post DOST looks to include Kalayaan in regional scholarship program appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Palawan brings ‘World’s Best Island’ tourism campaign to Cebu
Palawan will bring its destinations, culture, heritage, and local products to Cebu for the World’s Best Island Travel and Trade Expo 2026, aiming to attract more domestic travelers and expand its reach in regional markets. Scheduled from October 23 to 25, the expo was announced during a press conference in Puerto Princesa City on Wednesday, […] The post Palawan brings ‘World’s Best Island’ tourism campaign to Cebu appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Castro, pumihit sa pahayag laban sa mga guro: Paalala, hindi paninisi
Nilinaw ni Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary at Palace Press Officer Claire Castro na hindi niya sinisisi ang mga guro sa naganap na karahasan sa mga paaralan matapos umani ng batikos ang kaniyang naunang pahayag kaugnay ng shooting sa Ateneo de Zamboanga University Junior High School. Sinabi ni Castro nitong Miyerkules na ang kaniyang pahayag […] The post Castro, pumihit sa pahayag laban sa mga guro: Paalala, hindi paninisi appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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El Nido seeks southern Palawan produce to lower vegetable prices
Vice mayors from southern and northern Palawan are planning to establish an agricultural trading center in El Nido to lower vegetable prices in the tourism town, where farms have been sold and converted into commercial properties. El Nido Vice Mayor Joel Rosendo said the proposal was discussed during the third quarterly meeting of the Vice […] The post El Nido seeks southern Palawan produce to lower vegetable prices appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Diokno questions 2027 budget cuts for education, health, and social protection
House Assistant Minority Leader Chel Diokno has questioned proposed cuts to education, health and social protection programs in the P7.2 trillion national budget for 2027, saying government spending should prioritize investments that directly benefit Filipinos. Diokno said Wednesday that several agencies serving students, workers and families face lower proposed allocations next year even as the […] The post Diokno questions 2027 budget cuts for education, health, and social protection appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Bon-as wins via TKO in pro-muay Thai fight, PH muay Thai team B secures 4 golds
Zyra Bon-as dominated in her first international muay Thai debut before unleashing a leg kick to knock down Moji Looksuan that forced the referee to call it a day and win in her  debut in the Siamyout Association of Thai Traditional Sports last Wednesday, August 12, in Samutsongkram, Thailand. The 2025 Southeast Asian Games gold […] The post Bon-as wins via TKO in pro-muay Thai fight, PH muay Thai team B secures 4 golds appeared first on Baguio Chronicle.

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Tulfo seeks criminal liability for gun owners whose negligence harms minors
Sen. Erwin Tulfo is pushing for tougher accountability for firearm owners after two recent school shootings in which minors gained access to guns and used them in attacks. Tulfo said Wednesday that gun owners should face criminal liability when their failure to properly secure their firearms allows minors to use the weapons to injure or […] The post Tulfo seeks criminal liability for gun owners whose negligence harms minors appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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Senate seeks wider digital powers to protect children from online threats
Senators are seeking broader investigative powers and stronger international cooperation under a proposed child online protection law to help authorities track people who groom minors for sexual abuse, violence and other harmful activities. During plenary deliberations on Senate Bill No. 1819, or the proposed Child Online Protection and Safety Act, Senator Risa Hontiveros said amendments […] The post Senate seeks wider digital powers to protect children from online threats appeared first on PALAWAN NEWS.

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