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Visayas grid also placed under red alert
April 19, 2024, 5:29 pm Updated on April 19, 2024, 6:11 pm
MANILA – The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) placed the Visayas grid under red alert status on Friday afternoon as more plants went on unplanned outage. From 15 power plants on shutdown early Friday, the NGCP in its updated advisory this afternoon said 18 power plants are now… Read More
CebuPac offers free rebooking for disrupted Dubai flights
April 19, 2024, 5:23 pm
MANILA – Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific (CEB) has provided options following disruptions at the Dubai International Airport as a result of the recent heavy rains and flooding. The options include free rebooking or a travel fund for those who would like to postpone their flights until April 24.… Read More
New Dinagat-Siargao route seen to boost tourism, economy
April 19, 2024, 5:12 pm
BUTUAN CITY – A new sea route from the Dinagat Islands to Siargao Island and vice versa set to open on April 22 is expected to generate more tourism revenues and create more economic opportunities for the two areas.Dinagat Islands Gov. Nilo Demerey Jr. expressed optimism on the upcoming opening… Read More
25 kids in rehab in Region 2 get TESDA certificates
April 19, 2024, 5:07 pm
MANILA – Twenty-five children in conflict with the law (CICLs) in Region 2 (Cagayan Valley) have been given a new lease on life after receiving training certificates from the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). The CICLs, who are residing at the Department of Social… Read More
DepEd seeks justice for slain Grade 8 learner in Batangas
April 19, 2024, 5:03 pm
MANILA – The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday condemned the murder of a 13-year-old Grade 8 learner in Agoncillo town in Batangas province. In a statement, the department demanded swift justice following the incident, where the victim was reportedly shot in the head on her way to school… Read More
BI: Foreign students may be subjected to intel probe
April 19, 2024, 5:01 pm
MANILA – Foreign nationals in the Philippines holding student visas may be subjected to intelligence investigation by authorities if found involved in illicit acts, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said Friday. In a statement, Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said under Executive Order… Read More
La Union to distribute cash aid to El Niño-affected farmers
April 19, 2024, 4:54 pm
MALASIQUI, Pangasinan – The provincial government of La Union is set to distribute cash aid ranging from PHP8,000 to PHP10,000 to farmers and fisherfolk in the province affected by drought. "Our agenda to promote the welfare of our agricultural workers is aligned with the province’s vision to… Read More
Public asked to do part to protect Antique's caves
April 19, 2024, 4:50 pm
SAN JOSE DE BUENAVISTA, Antique – The Antique provincial government on Friday told the public visiting the 50 caves in the province to help stop the destruction of rock formations, avoid littering, and gathering of birds' nests to protect and conserve these underground chambers. The call was… Read More
P2.7-M shabu seized in Ormoc buy bust
April 19, 2024, 4:47 pm
ORMOC CITY, Leyte – Authorities seized 400 grams of suspected shabu amounting to more than PHP2.7 million from a construction worker during a joint buy-bust operation in Ormoc City Thursday night. Authorities identified the suspects as Yoyo, 39, a construction site laborer and resident of the… Read More
PAF, US Air Force conclude 1st edition of Cope Thunder drills
April 19, 2024, 4:29 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Air Force (PAF) and the US Air Force (USAF) formally concluded the first iteration of Cope Thunder Philippines 24-1 exercises at Basa Air Base, Floridablanca, Pampanga on Friday. "On the concluding day of Cope Thunder, PAF and USAF maintenance personnel exchanged best… Read More
DA looking into soaring pork prices in markets
April 19, 2024, 4:27 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Friday said it is now looking into surging pork prices, with some exceeding PHP400 per kg. "Ito iyong tinututukan natin dahil iyong presyo ng ating farmgate hindi naman ganun kataas, nasa (That's what we are focusing into now because our farmgate… Read More
Labor Day job fairs set in 94 sites nationwide
April 19, 2024, 4:26 pm
MANILA – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is set to hold simultaneous job fairs across the country in celebration of the 122nd Labor Day. In an advisory on Friday, the agency's Bureau of Local Employment (BLE) said these job fairs featuring local and overseas employment… Read More
Letran spikers roll to fourth victory
April 19, 2024, 4:23 pm
MANILA – Letran downed Jose Rizal University, 25-16, 25-19, 25-19, to gain a share of the lead in the NCAA Season 99 women’s volleyball tournament at the Filoil EcoOil Arena in San Juan on Friday. Marie Judiel Nitura had 16 attacks as the Lady Knights rolled to their fourth win to join… Read More
Korean Air, Delta mull mounting direct flights via Clark
April 19, 2024, 4:19 pm
MANILA – Korean Air (KE) and Delta Air Lines are looking at mounting direct flights to Clark International Airport (CRK). "Everyone's eyes are now on Clark (Airport). We're looking at having direct flights there. Working as one, KE and Delta could bring the passengers to Korea and then to many… Read More
3 provinces in W. Visayas achieve 100% drug-cleared villages
April 19, 2024, 4:11 pm
ILOILO CITY – Three provinces in Western Visayas have achieved 100 percent drug-cleared barangay status in line with the Barangay Drug Clearing Program (BDCP) led by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA). PDEA information officer Graziella Tanaleon on Friday said all barangays of Aklan,… Read More
P930-K machinery to boost CamSur farmers' production, income
April 19, 2024, 4:04 pm
LEGAZPI CITY – The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) in Camarines Sur II expects higher production and more income for five agrarian reform beneficiaries organizations (ARBOs) after it distributed nine farm machinery and equipment worth PHP930,000. In an interview on Friday, Monica Camacho,… Read More
New revenue regulations to ease transactions, boost revenue collection
April 19, 2024, 3:48 pm
MANILA – Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Friday expressed optimism that the implementation of revenue regulations enforcing the Ease of Paying Taxes (EOPT) Act will lead to smoother tax transactions and improved revenue collection to support economic growth. "Taxpayers can now rejoice as the dream… Read More
PBBM's visionary leadership driving positive change, progress in PH
April 19, 2024, 3:35 pm
MANILA – Speaker Martin Romualdez on Friday lauded President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for his inclusion in TIME magazine's "100 Most Influential People of 2024", citing the Philippine leader's visionary leadership in inspiring positive change and progress in the Philippines. In a statement,… Read More
Bagong Pilipinas Benguet fair to provide about 300 services
April 19, 2024, 3:33 pm
BAGUIO CITY – About 300 types of government services will be provided by 50 participating government agencies in the Cordillera region in the Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair that will be held for the first time in Benguet province on April 21-22, the office of Lone District Rep. Eric Yap said… Read More
Lady Bulldogs hopes to keep winning form
April 19, 2024, 3:30 pm
MANILA – The National University hopes to keep its winning form when it plays Adamson University on Saturday in the UAAP Season 86 women's volleyball tournament at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City. The Lady Bulldogs will meet the Lady Falcons at 4 p.m., aiming for a victory that would assure… Read More
