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U.S. Is Planning to Build a New Military Facility in Subic via E.D.C.A.
Subic Bay is one of the locations being eyed by the U.S. military for its planned expansion of the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (E.D.C.A.) with its treaty ally, the Philippines.
U.S. Eyes 5 Additional 'EDCA' Military Facilities in the Philippines
Journalist Percy Lapid Is Fatally Shot in Las Piñas
The radio host Percival Mabasa was killed during an ambush, the police said. He had been a prominent critic of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his predecessor, Rodrigo Duterte.
Olongapo Mardigras 2022: What You Need to Know
The annual Olongapo City Mardigras was put on hold when the pandemic wreaked havoc accross the world, this 2022, the festival will be enjoyed by "Olongapeños".
Duterte Officially Leaves Malacañang Palace
The outgoing president exits the Malacañang Palace grounds and is expected to be given a triumphant homecoming in his home city, Davao.
Subic Bay's New Central Business District Fire Station
The highly-trained S.B.M.A. Fire Department, after years of delay and waiting, finally inaugurated a newly-constructed fire station located at the heart of Subic Bay Freeport.
Philippine Navy and Private Firm Take Over Hanjin Shipyard
The Philippine Navy and Vectrus took over the former Hanjin Shipyard in Subic Bay, a portion of the shipyard is now called Naval Operating Base Subic.
Marcos Jr. Is Bound for Philippines Presidency
Partial and unofficial results put the former Philippines dictator's son more than 15 million votes ahead of his top presidential rival.
Olongapo and S.B.M.A. Officials Cast Their Votes
Olongapo City Mayor and S.B.M.A. Chairman and Administrator cast their votes for today's elections.
Army Increases Security as Forces Clash Against Rebels
Troops from the Philippine Army clashed with communist rebels in a town in Zamboanga del Norte during vote-counting machines are being brought to election precincts.
Duterte Declares May 9 a 'Special Non-Working Holiday'
On Monday, the Philippines will be voting for the country's next president, for convenience, that day is declared as a holiday.
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