June, 2025

• 9 June

  BOC-NAIA seizes P6.72-M shabu shipment

  

  The Bureau of Customs–Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) has intercepted a shipment containing nearly P6.72 million worth of methamphetamine hydrochloride, or shabu, during an inspection earlier this week. BOC Commissioner Bienvenido Rubio said on Thursday that the illegal drugs, weighing 988.5 grams, were discovered early last week at the Central Mail Exchange Center (CMEC) in Pasay City. The package had …

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• 9 June

  BFAR to launch ‘food boat’ for West Philippine Sea fishers

  

  To further support the livelihood of Filipino fishers in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) is preparing to launch a dedicated “food boat” that will serve both as a logistics hub and market link for freshly caught seafood. BFAR spokesperson Nazario Briguera said in a phone interview Thursday that the initiative aligns with …

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• 9 June

  A Dangerous Delay

  

  Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero’s decision to delay by four months the possible Senate trial of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment case raises troubling questions about the independence of our institutions and the rule of law. By deferring action until after the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections, Escudero says he wants to avoid politicizing the local polls. But the impeachment …

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• 9 June

  PBBM approves funding support for FIVB championship

  

  The Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) thanked President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for approving the request for funding for the country’s hosting of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship Philippines 2025 this September. “Our heartfelt gratitude to the President [Marcos] for his very significant support for the world championship,” said Ramon “Tats” Suzara, head of the Philippine National Volleyball Federation …

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• 9 June

  Baluyot submits Catalan Jr. in CamSur’s URCC Kaogma Collision 2

  

  Eros Baluyot caught Rene Catalan Jr and forced him into submission recently in one of the interesting matches in the Universal Reality Combat Championship Kaogma Collision 2 at Fuerte Sports Complex in Capitol Grounds in Cadlan Pili, Camarines Sur. Baluyot, ranked No. 447 among MMA fighters in the Asia Pacific Region, pulled off the victory via armbar submission in the …

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• 9 June

  SWP cites IWF success by Pinoys

  

  The Philippines’ successful stint in the recent International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) Youth and Junior World Championships in Lima, Peru is a very good sign for the country heading to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This early, Samahang Weightlifting ng Pilipinas president Monico Puentevella is predicting a battle between powerhouse China and underdog Philippines in the next Summer Games. “In the …

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• 9 June

  UST, FEU women’s elevate game further with World Balance’s first-ever women’s basketball shoe Bounce Bliss

  

  Continuing its commitment to elevate local sports and support homegrown talent, World Balance has partnered with two of the country’s most respected collegiate women’s basketball teams. With this initiative, the Filipino active lifestyle brand has partnered with the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigresses and the Far Eastern University (FEU) Lady Tamaraws, providing them with pairs of its newly …

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• 9 June

  Iñigo Anton still leading F4 SEA Rookie Cup Championship

  

  Motul-sponsored racing sensation Iñigo Anton continues to lead the Rookie Cup Championship after Round 2 of the ongoing F4 SEA series at the Chang International Circuit in Buriram, Thailand. Anton finished second overall in Race 5 of the series which was held under challenging wet and tricky conditions. Starting from third, Iñigo engaged in a fierce battle against veteran competitors. …

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• 9 June

  ACMobility launches fastest EV Chargers in Makati

  

  ACMobility, leader of electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions and infrastructure in the Philippines, has unveiled its most advanced EV charging stations to date in Makati City that 240 kW SuperFast and 480 kW UltraFast chargers. Installed in partnership with the Makati Commercial Estate Association  and Ayala Land, Inc., the new high-performance chargers are now operational at the Corinthians carpark, with …

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• 9 June

  Campi marks 30 years of driving Philippine mobility forward

  

  The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (Campi), the country’s leading automotive industry association, commemorated its 30th anniversary recently with a grand gala held at the Grand Hyatt Manila in Taguig City. Themed “30 Years and Beyond: Together, Driving the Future of Mobility,” the event gathered key government officials, industry stakeholders, and representatives from CAMPI’s 28 member companies. …

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