CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu marked Black Saturday under sweltering conditions, with the heat index reaching 37 degrees Celsius, placing much of Metro Cebu under the “extreme caution” category, the state weather bureau said. In its latest heat index outlook, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that the apparent temperature, which

Luka Doncic is almost certainly going to win the NBA scoring title this season. And it’s now very possible that he doesn’t make the All-NBA team. That’s rare, but it might be this season’s reality. The roster of award-caliber players who won’t be winning awards this season continues to grow, with Doncic — the Los Angeles Lakers

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Local and foreign tourists flocked to Mount Bandilaan National Park in Siquijor Province to take part in this year’s Healing Festival scheduled from April 1 to 4. They had their personal encounter with local healers and learned the process of making love potions and herbs while discovering the meanings, ingredients, and

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Indigent senior citizens seeking to avail of the government’s social pension must undergo a formal application and screening process. Authorities also emphasize that the benefit is not automatically granted. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said the monthly social pension—set at P1,000 under Republic Act No. 11916—is reserved for

TANDAG CITY, Surigao del Sur — A 41-year-old motorcycle rider died on the spot after a collision with a truck along the national highway in Barangay Unaban, Tago, Surigao del Sur on Friday evening, April 3. According to an investigation by the Tago Municipal Police Station (MPS), the accident occurred at 8:45 p.m. in Purok

MANILA, Philippines — Over 24,000 passengers have been monitored so far in all ports of the country on Saturday, according to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG). Based on its report as of 6 a.m., the PCG recorded 13,776 outbound passengers and 10,687 inbound passengers in all ports nationwide.  READ: 2 tourists rescued in Quezon and

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY — Two police officers and a Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) worker were shot dead in Barangay Irawan here on the evening of Good Friday, April 3. Residents attending a wake in the area said a confrontation initially broke out between the police officers and several bystanders at 9:40 p.m.  The officers reportedly

Robin Padilla Responds To Critics Over Viral Chain Message ROBIN PADILLA – A simple Facebook share turned controversial as Robin Padilla faced backlash from netizens questioning his actions. Senator Robin Padilla has spoken out to defend himself after facing backlash online over his recent social media activity, which involved sharing a now-debunked Meta privacy hoax. ... Read more

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Rising Drag Star Misua Passes Away at 27, Leaving Fans Heartbroken DRAG – Fans were left heartbroken as news broke about the untimely death of a beloved drag performer at only 27 years old. The drag community is mourning the untimely passing of rising drag queen Misua, known in real life as Jason Elvie Ty, ... Read more

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DOLE Clarifies No Nationwide Wage Increase on Labor Day (May 1)  The Department of Labor and Employment clarified that there will be no nationwide wage increase on Labor Day on May 1, 2026.  The Labor Department has made it clear that there will be no nationwide wage increase for minimum wage earners this coming Labor Day. The announcement comes as many ... Read more

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