MANILA — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) declared the 18-day holiday ceasefire with the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army (CPP-NPA) a success with minor breaches. AFP spokesperson Jose Mabanta said the Christmas and New Year ceasefire was only violated twice by the communist rebels — the first took place in Negros [...]

MANILA — Fugitive Senator Panfilo Lacson must yield to the government so the Department of Justice (DOJ) can address his complaint of being politically persecuted. Justice Secretary Leila De Lima said her department can look into Lacson’s claims, but would need the senator to be present. Read rest of story

MANILA — The Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) will embark on a revitalized campaign against the Reproductive Health (RH) bill this year. CBCP Media Office Director Pedro Quitorio said they, along with other Catholic organizations, are set to produce comics on RH bill. Read rest of story

MANILA — Police said Saturday this year’s celebration of the Yuletide season was generally peaceful with lesser number of firecracker-related and stray bullet incidents throughout the country. Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Director General Raul Bacalzo said the vigilance of the police in enforcing prohibitions against illegal firecrackers and indiscriminate firing of guns contributed to [...]