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RECOVERIES. Government troops recover assorted firearms, ammunitions and subversive documents following a firefight with the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army rebels in Barangay Duran in Dumalag, Capiz on Friday (Feb. 17, 2023). The Philippine Army cited the vigilance of residents in providing them with information about the presence of the armed group.(Photo courtesy of 3rd Division Public Affairs Office) ILOILO CITY - The timely information provided by concerned citizens...

MANILA - At least four senatorial candidates of the ruling party, the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban) on Saturday expressed support for the proposed shift to federalism and amendments to the 1987 Constitution. Senatorial aspirant Astra Pimentel backed the planned shift from the current unitary to a federal form of government, saying it will spur more economic activities and help address poverty and corruption. The proposed federal type of government is included in the PDP...