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PIA is the official, grassroots communications arm of the Philippine government, under the Presidential Communications Office (PCO).

First Lady Liza Marcos visited the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) on Tuesday, October 20, bringing together art, medical care ...
20/10/2026

First Lady Liza Marcos visited the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) on Tuesday, October 20, bringing together art, medical care and legal assistance in an initiative aimed at helping persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) rebuild their lives and prepare for their return to society.

Through the Kulay, Kalinga, Katarungan at Kalayaan program, the First Lady joined painting activities with PDLs at the Medium Security Camp, providing an opportunity for creative expression and meaningful interaction beyond the daily routines of prison life.

The program also featured a dermatological medical and wellness mission, extending healthcare services to PDLs as part of efforts to support their physical and emotional well-being.

A significant part of the initiative focused on helping eligible PDLs regain their freedom and reunite with their families.

More than 200 lawyers and representatives from various organizations gathered at the facility to assist in reviewing cases and processing the necessary documents for the release of qualified inmates.

Forty-three PDLs are scheduled for release Tuesday, while the documents of more than 1,000 others are being processed for possible release in the coming weeks, subject to legal requirements.

For many of these individuals, the initiative offers the possibility of returning home in time for Christmas, reuniting with loved ones and beginning a new chapter after years of separation.

The First Lady also participated in a painting session with Associate Justice Karl Miranda and BAGA President Joey De Leon, highlighting the role of art in rehabilitation and personal development.

Beyond providing immediate assistance, the initiative recognizes that rehabilitation involves more than serving a sentence. It also means ensuring access to healthcare, opportunities for personal growth and the legal assistance necessary for eligible individuals to return to their communities.

Through Kulay, Kalinga, Katarungan at Kalayaan, the First Lady continues to support initiatives that recognize the dignity of every individual and the importance of giving people a meaningful opportunity to start again. | PND

A former rebel voluntarily surrendered six explosive devices to police authorities at the 2nd Provincial Mobile Force Co...
20/10/2026

A former rebel voluntarily surrendered six explosive devices to police authorities at the 2nd Provincial Mobile Force Company (PMFC) headquarters in Barangay Bagong Bayan II, Bongabong town.

The 43-year-old former rebel, identified as “Ka Balwig,” a resident of Barangay Lisap, Bongabong, turned over three 40mm grenades and three rocket/rifle grenades to police personnel.

The surrender was facilitated through the coordination of the Bongabong Municipal Police Station and various units of the Philippine National Police (PNP), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and other government agencies. | via Jobert Mendoza/PIA

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Authorities in Marinduque are preparing security and passenger management measures for Undas 2026, including the reimple...
20/10/2026

Authorities in Marinduque are preparing security and passenger management measures for Undas 2026, including the reimplementation of an online registration system aimed at easing port congestion during the expected influx of travelers.

The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), led by Juan Fernandez Jr., held an Oplan Undas 2026 coordination meeting to plan for the upcoming event.

The move is in line with the directive of Governor Melecio Go to the PDRRMO to strengthen safety measures for visitors from their arrival at ports to their visits to cemeteries, tourist destinations, resorts and beaches, until their departure from the province. | via Dennis Nebrejo/PIA

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Romblon State University (RSU) is preparing measures to address the possible effects of the anticipated 'very strong' El...
20/10/2026

Romblon State University (RSU) is preparing measures to address the possible effects of the anticipated 'very strong' El Niño, including extreme heat that could affect classrooms and students’ learning.

Dr. Tomas Faminal, RSU vice president for administration and finance, said the university’s academic community has begun discussions with faculty members, deans and campus officials to identify possible responses to the expected weather conditions. | via Paul Jaysent Fos/PIA

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The provincial government of Romblon has directed all government hospitals in the province to establish and maintain at ...
20/10/2026

The provincial government of Romblon has directed all government hospitals in the province to establish and maintain at least one Indigenous Peoples (IP)-friendly room to ensure inclusive, culturally sensitive and nondiscriminatory healthcare services for indigenous communities.

The requirement is contained in Provincial Ordinance No. 22, Series of 2026, adopted by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan on Sept. 25, 2026. Under the ordinance, government hospitals must establish at least one IP-friendly room within 12 months from the measure’s effectivity. | via Paul Jaysent Fos/PIA

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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered free legal assistance for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) who may no lo...
20/10/2026

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered free legal assistance for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) who may no longer need to remain detained, as part of efforts to protect their rights, ensure due process, and ease jail congestion.

Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the President emphasized the need to review PDL cases to determine who may already qualify for release after serving their sentences when the Chief Executive convened the joint National and Regional Peace and Order Council (NPOC-RPOC) meeting at Malacañan Palace on October 16.

“Bunga rin ito ng malasakit ng Pangulo na mapalaya ang mga taong hindi na dapat nakakulong. Ayon sa Pangulo, may mga PDL na ang problema ay maaaring simple lang kagaya ng hindi nila alam kung ano ang dapat gawin o kung paano aasikasuhin ang kanilang kaso,” Castro said in a Palace press briefing.

Castro said the President called on local government units (LGUs) to establish programs that would encourage law students and their professors to provide legal assistance to PDLs.

The President also emphasized the importance of ensuring that every person in detention is held in accordance with the law and proper legal procedures, allowing those who are eligible for release to regain their freedom.

“Naniniwala ang Pangulo na makatutulong ang ganitong hakbang upang mapalaya na ang dapat mapalaya at mabawasan ang pagsisikip sa mga kulungan o jail congestion,” Castro added.

She said President Marcos has underscored the importance of empowering barangays as partners in maintaining peace and order and ensuring community safety, allowing police personnel to focus more on serious crimes and offenses that pose broader threats to public safety. | PND

20/10/2026

Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Atty. Claire Castro holds a press briefing with the Malacañang Press Corps (MPC) on October 20, 2026.

Pumasok na sa Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) ang Super Typhoon "Champi" at itinalaga ng DOST-PAGASA ang lokal n...
20/10/2026

Pumasok na sa Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) ang Super Typhoon "Champi" at itinalaga ng DOST-PAGASA ang lokal na pangalang "Rosal" bandang alas-10:40 ng umaga ngayong Martes, Oct. 20.

Ayon sa PAGASA, magsisimula ang paglalabas ng Tropical Cyclone Bulletin kaugnay ng bagyo alas-11 ng umaga ngayong araw. Pinapayuhan ang publiko na manatiling nakaantabay sa mga susunod na abiso ng PAGASA para sa pinakabagong impormasyon tungkol sa bagyo at sa posibleng epekto nito sa bansa. | via DOST-PAGASA

The municipal government of Bulalacao in Oriental Mindoro is seeking assistance from the Department of Agriculture (DA) ...
20/10/2026

The municipal government of Bulalacao in Oriental Mindoro is seeking assistance from the Department of Agriculture (DA) to help farmers sustain irrigation amid worsening dry conditions, while ramping up water deliveries to residents facing shortages.

Mayor Lumelito Cabagay said the local government is coordinating with the Municipal Agriculture Office, Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, and barangay officials to seek diesel subsidies that would help farmers operate water pumps and keep their rice fields supplied with water. | via Ace Sapit/PIA

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19/10/2026

SERBISYONG LEGAL SA BANSA, GAWING ABOT-KAMAY AYON KAY PANGULONG MARCOS! 🇵🇭 ⚖️

Inilunsad ng Department of Justice (DOJ) Action Center ang mga libreng serbisyong legal para sa mga taong nangangailangan sa pamamagitan ng Katarungan Caravan. Layunin ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., kasama ang DOJ at ang iba't ibang ahensya ng gobyerno na ilapit ang hustisya sa taumbayang Pilipino.

Tuloy-tuloy ang trabaho ng administrasyon upang masolusyonan ang mga problemang kinakaharap ng mamamayan sa ilalim ng !

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