TAGBILARAN CITY — The quiet rhythm of Holy Week in Bohol is once again marked by the gentle simmer of binignit, a popular Visayan sweet stew associated with fasting and reflection, as households across the province continue a cherished tradition passed down through generations. The well-loved Visayan dessert, typically served on Good Friday, remains a
Read More »Zambales town records over 9,000 tourists as of Good Friday
SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — More than 9,000 tourists have visited this town, with arrivals continuing to rise on Good Friday (April 3). READ: Zambales town named top tourist destination in Central Luzon According to data from the municipal tourism office, as of 6:30 p.m. on Maundy Thursday (April 2), there were 1,433 visitors in the
Read More »LTO summons driver for reckless stunt on moving vehicle
MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has summoned the driver caught in a viral video operating his car while standing outside of the vehicle’s open door on a public road. READ: LTFRB summons taxi operator over K-pop star ‘overcharging’ incident Based on the show-cause order released Friday, the LTO noted that the driver’s
Read More »Wooden rattles mark Holy Week in Northern Samar town
TACLOBAN CITY — The solemn observance of Holy Week in the quiet coastal town of San Roque in Northern Samar is marked not by the ringing of church bells, but by the steady, haunting rhythm of a simple wooden instrument—the matraka. From Maundy Thursday through Black Saturday, Catholic churches traditionally fall silent in mourning of
Read More »Holy Week in Boracay draws pilgrims, tourists; responsible travel urged
ILOILO CITY — Holy Week observances on Boracay Island, which began in March, are set to intensify on Good Friday, April 3, as major religious rites draw both pilgrims and tourists, prompting renewed calls for responsible travel and environmental stewardship. The Lenten activities at the Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish in Balabag
Read More »Thai woman hires friend to kill her ex-boyfriend before taking her life
A Thai woman and her friend, who was in unrequited love with her, allegedly arranged the murder of her ex-boyfriend on the M6 motorway in Nakhon Ratchasima on March 28. The woman took her own life while escaping from police. The victim, 30 year old Suppakorn “Golf” Traiphopklang, was found dead on the motorway with …
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Read More »Thailand News | Diesel hike hits drivers again as Thai subsidy support shrinks, Music video credit row deepens as rapper points to ChatGPT chat
Today we’ll be talking about how Thai diesel subsidies are shrinking, costing drivers more at the pumps, in ASEAN news the Philippines has secured passage of energy deliveries through the strait of Hormuz, plus, police in Pattaya have launched a sweep of walking street to round up ladyboys who have been ‘harassing tourists,’ then there’s …
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Read More »Misua, ‘Drag Race Philippines’ star, namatay na sa edad nga 27 anyos
Ang drag artist nga si Misua, nga nipakita sa fourth season sa “Drag Race: Philippines,” namatay na sa edad nga 27 anyos, mao ni ang gipahibalo sa production team sa maong show. Gikompirmar sa World of Wonder, ang production team nga nagpaluyo sa prankisa sa “Drag Race” ang pagkamatay ni Misua sa usa ka social
Read More »The great binignit debate: What’s the correct color?
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Just like any Holy Week in Cebu, one thing is always present on the table—binignit. But over the years, one simple question has stirred curiosity among Cebuanos: what really is the correct color of binignit? During this season of reflection, Bisaya households come alive with the familiar sight of pots simmering in coconut
Read More »Guimaras boat operators also jack up fares
ILOILO CITY — Following a series of historic oil price hikes across the country, motorboat operators in Guimaras have announced impending fare increases. The Guimaras Island Transport Multipurpose Cooperative (GITMPC) announced on March 26 that starting April 7, regular fares for its ferries plying between the Iloilo City and Jordan wharves will rise to P40.
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