PAGASA Issues Latest Forecast for Tropical Cyclone Crising

Typhoon Crising Update

MANILA, Philippines – July 17, 2025. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued its latest 5 PM advisory on Tropical Cyclone Crising, warning of widespread heavy rainfall over several parts of the country from today until Sunday, July 20. The effects of Crising are further intensified by the southwest monsoon (habagat), … Read more

Legendary Singer Connie Francis Dies at 87

Connie Francis

American singer and actress Connie Francis, best known for her timeless hits “Stupid Cupid” and “Pretty Little Baby,” has passed away at the age of 87. Her death was announced by longtime friend and copyright manager Ron Roberts through a heartfelt Facebook post on Thursday, July 17, 2025. “It is with a heavy heart and … Read more

#WalangPasok: Class Suspensions on July 17, 2025 Due to Crising

Class Suspension

MANILA, Philippines — Several local government units across the country have declared class suspensions for Thursday, July 17, 2025, as Tropical Depression Crising continues to affect parts of the Philippines with heavy rains and gusty winds, intensified by the southwest monsoon or habagat. In its latest 5:00 p.m. bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical … Read more

Tropical Depression Crising Nears Catanduanes

Typhoon Crising Update

MANILA, Philippines — July 16, 2025. Tropical Depression Crising continues its west-southwestward track over the Philippine Sea, edging closer to Catanduanes, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). As of 4:00 PM Wednesday, Crising was spotted approximately 625 kilometers east of Virac, Catanduanes (13.5°N, 130.0°E). It carries maximum sustained winds of … Read more

Look: Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo Wears the Official Employee Uniform

Mayor Leni Robredo

In a move hailed by many as another strong act of leadership by example, Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo was recently seen wearing an official employee uniform during a city hall engagement. This gesture has sparked conversations about humility, equality, and genuine public service. More than just symbolic, Mayor Robredo’s decision to don the same … Read more

House Arrest for Duterte Not Legal Under Rome Statute, Says Colmenares

Duterte ICC House Arrest

Human rights lawyer and former Bayan Muna representative Neri Colmenares has denounced recent Senate resolutions proposing house arrest for former President Rodrigo Duterte, calling them legally invalid under international law. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Colmenares, who serves as legal counsel for the families of victims of Duterte’s controversial war on drugs, argued that such … Read more

Three Duterte Allies in Senate Support House Arrest for Former President

Duterte Senators

Three additional allies of former President Rodrigo Duterte in the Senate have filed a resolution urging his house arrest, citing deteriorating health conditions and the challenges of his detention in the Netherlands. Senators Christopher “Bong” Go, Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, and Robin Padilla expressed concern over Duterte’s well-being in a resolution filed this week. According … Read more

DOJ Seeks Reversal of De Lima and Dayan Acquittal in Drug Case

Leila De Lima Drug Case

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a motion for reconsideration before the Muntinlupa City Regional Trial Court Branch 204, seeking to overturn the acquittal of former Senator and now Mamamayang Liberal Representative Leila de Lima and her former aide, Ronnie Dayan, in an illegal drug case. Dated July 14, 2025, the motion challenges the … Read more

Face of Whistleblower Julie “Dondon” Patidongan Finally Revealed

Alyas Totoy

QUEZON CITY — The face behind the alias “Totoy” has finally been revealed. Julie “Dondon” Patidongan, the key whistleblower in the case of the missing sabungeros (cockfighting enthusiasts), stepped into the public spotlight on Monday, July 14, 2025, as he filed administrative complaints against 12 police officers before the National Police Commission (Napolcom). In a … Read more