The NPA confirmed a warrant for Musa Khawula’s arrest in a 2022 murder case after he failed to appear in court and remains at large.
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How binignit became the Cebuanos’ go-to food for Lent
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Binignit has always been the go-to dessert for the Bisaya people in the Lenten season, particularly during Holy Thursday or Good Friday. So much so that even in times of health peril or at the height of the Covid pandemic in 2020, they broke social distancing rules and even risked catching
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CEBU CITY — As Cebu Archbishop Alberto “Abet” Uy knelt to wash the feet of selected faithful on Holy Thursday, he underscored a message at the heart of the Last Supper: love is not only received; it is also lived through service. He reflected on the deeper connection between the Last Supper and the Washing
Read More »Uy’s Holy Thursday call: ‘Many feet still need to be washed’
CEBU CITY — As Cebu Archbishop Alberto “Abet” Uy knelt to wash the feet of selected faithful on Holy Thursday, he underscored a message at the heart of the Last Supper: love is not only received; it is also lived through service. He reflected on the deeper connection between the Last Supper and the Washing
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OKLAHOMA CITY — Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic injured his left hamstring on Thursday night and coach JJ Redick said the NBA scoring leader will have an MRI on Friday. Redick said Doncic had an issue with the hamstring in the first half of the 139-97 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder and was tended to
Read More »How binignit became the Cebuanos’ go-to food for Lent
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Binignit has always been the go-to dessert for the Bisaya people in the Lenten season, particularly during Holy Thursday or Good Friday. So much so that even in times of health peril or at the height of the Covid pandemic in 2020, they broke social distancing rules and even risked catching
Read More »Devotees flock to Ligao’s Kawa-Kawa Hill and Natural Park for Lenten rites
LEGAZPI CITY — Devotees and tourists flocked to Kawa-Kawa Hill and Natural Park in Ligao City to observe the Way of the Cross during the Lenten season. Located in Barangay Tuburan, the site remains one of Albay’s most visited destinations, known for its life-sized statues depicting the passion and death of Jesus Christ. Pilgrims also
Read More »Pilgrims walk to Kamay ni Hesus Shrine in Quezon amid fuel price hike
LUCENA CITY — Amid rising fuel costs, many pilgrims chose to walk to the Kamay ni Hesus (KNH) Shrine in Lucban, Quezon, on Good Friday, April 3. “Look, 2.4 million—an ocean of people in just one day, despite the world oil crisis. They say gasoline is expensive, so they just walked instead,” Fr. Joey Faller,
Read More »PNP urges vigilance as 7 cases of drowning recorded during Holy Week
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) reminds the public to stay vigilant this Holy Week, as several drowning incidents have been recorded across the country. As of 6:00 a.m. on Good Friday, the PNP reported seven drowning-related cases in different swimming locations. It said, “These are being addressed by authorities, with police and
Read More »Are Spirits Really More Active During Good Friday?
Explore Filipino beliefs about increased spirit activity during Good Friday, including stories from traditional healers. Aside from All Souls’ Day, many Filipinos believe that Holy Week, especially Good Friday, is a time when unseen beings become more active. In many provinces, stories about creatures like tikbalang, kapre, and duwende often resurface during this day. There are also stories about ... Read more
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