Illegal POGO Workers in Kawit Face Deportation as Philippines Enforces Gaming Ban
KAWIT, Cavite – The Philippine government warned Monday of imminent deportation for thousands of foreign workers still employed in offshore gaming operations in this former gambling hub south of Manila, following a nationwide ban that took effect December 31. Justice…
Several Cavite Residents Hit Jackpot in 2024 PCSO Lotto
Cavite, Philippines – Several residents of Cavite province have become instant millionaires after winning big in various lottery drawings throughout 2024. According to reports, the winning tickets were purchased from various locations in Cavite, including Bacoor City, Trece Martires City,…
Illegal Fireworks Worth Over P.5M Destroyed in Cavite
Authorities in Cavite province destroyed over half a million pesos (503,853 pesos) worth of illegal fireworks on Wednesday morning at the Cavite Police Provincial Office in Imus city. The confiscated items, which included 918 pieces of “BOGA” fireworks, were seized…
Men Gunned Down in Dasma on New Year
DASMARIÑAS CITY, Cavite — A New Year’s celebration turned deadly after two men were shot by armed assailants in Barangay H2, Dasmariñas City, early Tuesday. According to an investigation by the Dasmariñas City Police, the victims, known only by their…
SSS Contribution Rate Rises to 15% Starting 2025
The Social Security System has implemented a one-percentage-point increase in contribution rates Wednesday, raising the rate to 15% as mandated by the Social Security Act of 2018. The increase, detailed in SSS Circular No. 2024-006, affects all private sector workers,…
Habal-Habal Driver Spends Christmas Behind Bars for Failing to Support Family
IMUS, Cavite – A habal-habal driver, known only by his alias “Jonjon,” was arrested Wednesday for violating the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act, also known as Republic Act 9262, and spent Christmas behind bars. According to Police Master…
Naic Boy, 11, Suffers Burns from Improvised Cannon Explosion
An 11-year-old boy suffered second-degree burns on his left side after an improvised cannon, locally known as a “boga,” exploded while he was playing with it in Barangay San Roque, Naic, Cavite. According to a report from the Naic Police…