Scheduled Brownouts in Metro Manila and Other Provinces from October 15 to 20

Scheduled Blackout

Parts of Metro Manila, Pampanga, Cavite, Rizal, and Bulacan are set to experience power service interruptions from October 15 to 20, 2024, due to scheduled maintenance activities, as outlined in advisories posted on the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) website. These maintenance efforts include upgrading, installation, and replacement of facilities in affected areas, which will result … Read more

Willie Revillame Hires Carlos Yulo’s Trainer to Improve His Health

Carlos Yulo Health Trainer Hazel Lyn Calawod

TV host and senatorial aspirant Willie Revillame has enlisted the expertise of Hazel Calawod, the former personal trainer of two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo, to improve his health and prepare for an upcoming “commitment.” This comes shortly after Revillame announced his candidacy for the 2025 senatorial elections. On Sunday, October 13, Revillame shared a … Read more

Ombudsman Clears Ex-DOH Chief Duque COVID Fund Case

Pandemic 2020

The Office of the Ombudsman has dismissed the administrative charges against former Health Secretary Francisco Duque III concerning the alleged illegal transfer of P41 billion from the Department of Health (DOH) to the Procurement Service of the Department of Budget and Management (PS-DBM) in 2020. The Ombudsman ruled that Duque could not be held liable … Read more

Harry Roque Wife Mylah Flees Country After House Orders Arrest

Harry Roque and Wife Mylah

The wife of former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, Mylah Roque, has reportedly left the country, according to House quad-committee co-chair, Representative Dan Fernandez. This development follows an ongoing investigation into alleged illegal activities involving Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO), during which Mylah Roque was repeatedly summoned to appear but failed to do so. On Friday, … Read more

BTS’ J-Hope Set for Military Discharge on October 17

BTS J-Hope

BTS member J-Hope is set to be discharged from the military on October 17, marking the end of his mandatory service. J-Hope is the second member of the globally renowned K-pop group to complete military duty, following Jin, who was discharged earlier this year. Big Hit Music, BTS’ agency, announced on October 14 but emphasized … Read more

UN Official Urges Philippines to Prepare for ‘Big One’

The Big One Treating The Philippines

Gustavo González, United Nations (UN) coordinator in the Philippines, has sounded the alarm for the country to prepare for the eventuality of a catastrophic disaster or “big one,” as the threat of super typhoons, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes intensifies. He emphasized that climate change is exacerbating these natural hazards, which are already a significant concern … Read more

Pagasa Weather Forecast Today October 14, 2024

Eastern Luzon

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has issued its weather forecast for today, October 14, 2024, highlighting the influence of the shear line and easterlies on various parts of the country. The forecast warns of potential impacts from thunderstorms and scattered rains, with particular concern for flash floods and landslides in certain … Read more

Nicole Hyala, Chris Tsuper Tandem Bids Farewell after 20 Years

Chris Tsuper & Nicole Hyala

After two decades of entertaining and captivating listeners, the iconic radio tandem of Nicole Hyala and Chris Tsuper has come to an end. The popular duo, known for their long-running show “Tambalan” on Love Radio, announced their parting on Friday, October 11, with Nicole Hyala growing emotional over Chris Tsuper’s sudden departure. Adrian Policena, better … Read more

PAGASA Weather Forecast Today October 13, 2024

Weather Update Today

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued its weather forecast for today, October 13, 2024, with the Shear Line affecting Extreme Northern Luzon. Here is the breakdown of weather conditions across various regions of the country: Forecast Weather Conditions: Wind and Coastal Water Conditions: General Flood Advisories: PAGASA has also issued … Read more

Dela Rosa Denies Knowledge of Drug War Reward System Amid Garma’s Testimony

Bato On Garma Statement

Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, former chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP) during the early years of the Duterte administration’s controversial war on drugs, denied knowledge of any reward system for police officers involved in anti-narcotics operations. This came after former police colonel Royina Garma testified before the House of Representatives, stating that a … Read more