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The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a weather forecast for August 29, warning of heavy to very heavy rain across upper Thailand. The alert covers the period from August 29 to September 2, with the upper North, upper Northeast and eastern areas expected to be hit hardest. The wet weather stems from a monsoon trough …

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LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — If you’re heading to the Halad sa Pagtuo 2026 this Saturday, August 29, expect more than a procession of patron saints. The celebration will bring together seven festivals from different parts of Cebu, giving festival contingents a chance to take their local traditions beyond their hometowns and onto a bigger stage.

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu Provincial Government is reminding the public not to buy wristbands being offered for the “Halad sa Pagtuo” celebration, stressing that admission to the event is free. The reminder comes as the province holds its faith and cultural celebration at the Cebu City Sports Center (CCSC) later today, Saturday, August

CALASIAO, Pangasinan — The municipalities of Infanta and Lingayen have been placed under a state of calamity as prolonged rains from the southwest monsoon or “habagat” continued to trigger flooding and affect communities. In Infanta, the Sangguniang Bayan (municipal council) approved Resolution No. 137, series of 2026, declaring a state of calamity after persistent rains

MANILA, Philippines — Several areas in Metro Manila were submerged in flood after heavy rains on Saturday morning, Aug. 29, due to the southwest monsoon, or habagat, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) said. In an advisory, the MMDA listed the following flooded areas as of 8:44 a.m.: Las Piñas City Knee deep   Valenzuela City

DASMARIÑAS CITY, Philippines — Even amid heavy rain, voters in Dasmariñas City exercised their right to suffrage as the special election for Cavite’s 4th District commenced on Saturday. The special poll was held to elect a congressional representative, replacing former lawmaker Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga, who was expelled by the House of Representatives last June 2

            MANILA, Philippines — Several ferry trips were canceled on Saturday, Aug. 29, due to rough sea conditions brought by the effects of the southwest monsoon, or habagat, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) announced.   In an advisory, the PPA provided the following Port Management Office (PMO) with cancelled ferry

Police Arrests Woman & Alleged Lover After Being Reported by Husband to Authorities A woman and alleged lover were arrested after her husband reported them to police in Alaminos City, Pangasinan.  The police authorities arrested a woman and her alleged lover after they were reportedly seen entering an inn together and later confronted by the woman’s husband.  The ... Read more

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House Collapses After Being Swept by Rushing Floodwaters in Lubao, Pampanga A house in Barangay Sto. Cristo, Lubao, Pampanga was destroyed and carried away by strong floodwaters due to heavy rains.  On Friday, August 28, 2026, Lubao and nearby areas were experiencing intense rainfall brought by the southwest monsoon, which was further enhanced by a low-pressure area. Water levels quickly ... Read more

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CEBU CITY, Philippines – A 47-year-old laborer was arrested Friday evening after he allegedly attempted to smuggle electrical wiring out of a development site along M. Cuenco Avenue in Barangay Kasambagan, Cebu City. Police identified the suspect as alias ‘Ed,’ a resident of Sitio Kalinaw in Barangay Luz. According to initial reports, the incident occurred