The Cebu Provincial School Board (CPSB) has approved an ₱85-million supplemental budget to build temporary learning shelters (TLS) for schools damaged by the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that hit the province on September 30. According to DepEd-Cebu, 570 classrooms were completely damaged, 1,101 had major damage, and 1,723 sustained minor damage. To keep classes going, 269 TLS…
The Philippine Navy has recovered a “large piece” of suspected Chinese rocket debris off Tubbataha Reef in Palawan following warnings from authorities. The material, believed to be remnants of a Long March 12 rocket, measured 12 feet by 21 feet—taller than a standard basketball hoop. “The Western Naval Command (WESNAVCOM) of the Philippine Navy successfully…
Quezon Province has implemented a liquor ban across all towns and cities until November 11, 2025, as part of preparations for the expected impact of Typhoon Uwan. The provincial government said the order aims to maintain public order and safety amid the anticipated severe weather. The sale, purchase, and consumption of alcoholic beverages are strictly…
Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief General Romeo Brawner Jr. on Saturday personally extended his condolences to the families of Philippine Air Force (PAF) members who died in a helicopter crash in Agusan del Sur. In a statement, the AFP said Brawner paid his respects to two of the six victims — Captain Paulie…
Envoys who joined the Cordillera leg of the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) Philippine Experience Program (PEP) last week said they discovered deep cultural similarities between their own countries and the Cordillera Region. Held from Oct. 23 to 25, the PEP Cordillera took foreign delegates to scenic spots in Buguias, Benguet, and Bauko, Mountain Province. Thailand…
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is intensifying its campaign against illegal recruitment and human trafficking after the rescue of 220 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from a large-scale online scam hub in Myanmar. During a press briefing on Monday, Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac said the rescued Filipinos from the KK Park scam hub…
Almost 70,000 families across five regions in Luzon and the Visayas were affected by Tropical Storm Ramil, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Tuesday. In its latest report, the NDRRMC said 69,686 families, or about 244,689 individuals, were impacted in 629 villages across Regions 2 (Cagayan Valley), 3 (Central…
The Senate on Monday outlined procedures for releasing Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALNs) of incumbent senators, ensuring compliance with transparency and privacy laws. In a statement, Senate Secretary Renato Bantug Jr. confirmed that releases follow Policy Order No. 2019-001 on SALN Summaries, as reinforced by Senate President Vicente Sotto III. Under the…
Photo From NBC News Adam Sandler is bringing his brand of funny back on the road. The beloved comedian has just announced a North American tour titled You’re My Best Friend, kicking off this fall. The tour will travel to more than 30 cities across the U.S. and Canada, starting on September 5 in Jacksonville,…
Photo from The North West Star For almost two decades, the French movie star Marion Cotillard and director Guillaume Canet announced their separation. The 49-year-old Cotillard and 52-year-old Canet starred together in the French-Belgian film Love Me If You Dare in 2003, a breakthrough box-office hit in France. Oscar winner Cotillard frequently collaborated on projects…