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A bridge in Purok 5, Barangay Ilawod, Camalig, Albay, collapsed on Thursday afternoon, August 28, 2025, after an overloaded truck carrying rocks attempted to cross. The incident has sparked renewed discussions on the safety and quality of government infrastructure projects in the region. According to residents, the bridge had long shown signs of deterioration, with … Read more
Renowned Filipino filmmaker Mike de Leon, one of the most influential voices in Philippine cinema, has passed away at the age of 78. The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) and French film distributor Carlotta Films, which had collaborated with him, confirmed the news on Thursday, August 28. “[His] life was dedicated to film. … Read more
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) announced on Thursday afternoon that Tropical Depression Jacinto continues to maintain its strength as it traverses the West Philippine Sea. The weather bureau released its latest advisory. Current Location and Intensity As of 4:00 PM, the center of Jacinto was estimated at 470 kilometers west of … Read more
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has extended a new government role to former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Nicolas Torre III, this time focusing on anti-graft initiatives, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla confirmed on Wednesday. In an interview featured in Mariz Umali’s exclusive report for 24 Oras, Remulla emphasized that Torre’s removal as PNP … Read more
Malacañang on Wednesday confirmed that President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has offered a new government post to former Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III, just a day after his sudden relief from the police organization. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro told reporters that while the Palace cannot yet reveal the … Read more
Judy Araneta-Roxas, the mother of former Interior Secretary and presidential candidate Mar Roxas, passed away on Tuesday morning at the age of 91, her family confirmed. Roxas announced his mother’s passing through a heartfelt social media post. “We are very sad to share that our mother Judy Araneta-Roxas passed away peacefully this morning, surrounded by … Read more
Veteran broadcaster Julius Babao has temporarily stepped down as co-anchor of Frontline Pilipinas on TV5, following the growing controversy surrounding his past interview with controversial contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya. On Monday, August 25, 2025, Ed Lingao filled in as Cheryl Cosim’s co-anchor, while on Tuesday, August 26, Lourd de Veyra took over the seat. … Read more
Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla confirmed on Tuesday that one of the key reasons behind the removal of Police General Nicolas Torre III as chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP) was his defiance of a directive from the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) concerning the reassignment of senior officers. In a press briefing, … Read more
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. as the new chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), replacing Gen. Nicolas Torre III, who was relieved from his post on August 25. The Palace did not disclose the reason behind Torre’s sudden removal, sparking speculation within political and police circles. However, … Read more
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has released its latest weather forecast for Tuesday, August 26, 2025, warning the public of heavy rainfall due to a Low Pressure Area (LPA) combined with the Southwest Monsoon. As of 3:00 p.m., the LPA was located over the coastal waters of Mercedes, Camarines Norte at … Read more