Starbucks Philippines Extends Generosity with 40% Discount for Eligible Individuals

Starbucks Offers 40 Percent Discount

In a commendable move to rectify recent backlash, Starbucks Philippines has announced a 40% discount for select groups, including senior citizens, persons with disabilities (PWDs), national athletes, eligible solo parents, and Medal of Valor awardees. This gesture comes in response to a viral issue where the coffee giant faced criticism for limiting discounts to just … Read more

NTC Orders Immediate Halt to SMNI Operations Amidst Defiance and Regulatory Concerns

NTC Warns SMNI

The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has once again taken decisive action against Swara Sug Media Corporation, popularly known as Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI), instructing the media company to cease its operations. This latest move comes in response to SMNI allegedly defying an earlier suspension imposed by authorities due to purported violations of its franchise. … Read more

Magnitude 3.1 Earthquake Jolts Mabalacat City (Pampanga)

3.1 Earthquake Jolts in Mabalacat City

On January 23, 2024, the Philippines experienced a sudden tremor that startled the nation. According to the National Institute of Geological Sciences, the earthquake occurred at 5:26 AM with a magnitude of 3.1 on the Richter scale, reaching a depth of 129 kilometers. The epicenter of the earthquake was located at 15.27°N, 120.31°E, approximately 27 … Read more

Weather Forecast: Northeast Monsoon Brings Varied Conditions Across the Philippines

Philippines Weather Today

As of 4:00 AM on January 23, 2024, the weather forecast for the Philippines reveals the influence of the Northeast Monsoon on different regions. The synoptic overview indicates that Northern Luzon is currently affected by this monsoon, leading to various weather conditions across the archipelago. Cagayan Valley: In Cagayan Valley, cloudy skies accompanied by rains … Read more

Understanding the Impending Threat: Phivolcs Warns Greater Metro Manila Area of “Big One” Risks

The Big One

On Monday, January 22, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) raised the alarm about potential hazards that could threaten the Greater Metro Manila Area (GMMA) in the event of the so-called “Big One.” The discussion took place during an event titled “MAGHANDA: Communicating Hazards, Risks, and Early Warning for Policymakers.” Phivolcs Science Research … Read more

Afternoon Weather Forecast Update: January 22, 2024

Latest Weather Update

The latest weather forecast, issued at 4:00 PM on January 22, 2024, provides valuable insights into the prevailing weather conditions across the Philippines. The key factor influencing the weather is the Northeast Monsoon, particularly affecting Northern Luzon. Let’s delve into the forecast for different regions, including expected weather conditions, causes, and potential impacts. Cagayan Valley, … Read more

Senator Pia Cayetano Makes History as First Woman to Lead Blue Ribbon Committee

Senator Pia Cayetano Replaces Francis Tolentino

In a historic move, Senator Pia Cayetano has been elected as the new chairperson of the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee, marking the first time a woman has held this prestigious position. The announcement came during a plenary session on Monday, with Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri expressing confidence in Cayetano’s capabilities to lead the influential … Read more

Viral Video of Rescue Operation: Motor Boat Sinking in the Fluvial Procession in Cebu

Motor Bangka In Fluvial Procession Incident

The recent Fluvial Procession in Cebu City, held on Saturday, January 20, 2023, as part of the Sinulog festival, witnessed a gripping rescue operation on a distressed motor boat. The heart-stopping incident unfolded as the vessel, part of the grand Fluvial Procession, encountered trouble, capturing the attention of onlookers and spreading like wildfire in a … Read more

Kathryn Bernardo Only, Daniel Padilla Not on the Guest List for Bea Alonzo and Dominic Rogue’s Wedding

Daniel Padilla Not Invited on Bea Alonso Dominic Roque Wedding

Dominic Roque recently dropped a bombshell about his upcoming wedding to Bea Alonso, revealing that his former friend, Daniel Padilla, is not on the guest list. In an ambush interview at a skincare clinic’s Thanksgiving event, Roque candidly shared details about the exclusion of Padilla from the highly-anticipated nuptials. When asked if both halves of … Read more