The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) released its weather forecast for January 24, 2025, highlighting the continued influence of the Northeast Monsoon over Northern and Central Luzon and the dominance of easterlies in the rest of the country. Weather Conditions Caraga, Davao Region, SOCCSKSARGEN, Catanduanes, Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Basilan, Sulu, and … Read more
The University of the Philippines (UP) officially announced the schedule for the UP College Admission Test (UPCAT) for the Academic Year 2026-2027. Aspiring students can begin their journey to the prestigious university as applications open on March 3, 2025, with the exam slated for August 2 and 3, 2025. According to UP’s announcement, Grade 11 … Read more
A powerful magnitude 6.1 earthquake shook the municipality of Siocon, Zamboanga del Norte, today, January 23, 2025. According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs), the quake occurred at 11:41 AM local time. Its epicenter was pinpointed at 07.68°N latitude and 122.14°E longitude, approximately 2 kilometers south-southeast of Siocon. The tremor originated at … Read more
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck off the coast of San Francisco, Southern Leyte, on Thursday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) confirmed. The tremor occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers (6 miles) and was classified as a shallow quake, which typically poses a higher risk of damage. Affected Areas and Intensities The … Read more
The police Civil Security Group (CSG) announced that the sampaguita vendor who was kicked by a security guard in Mandaluyong City will be summoned to provide her account of the viral incident. The Supervisory Office for Security and Investigation Agencies (SOSIA), under the CSG, aims to conduct a fair investigation into the matter. Lt. Col. … Read more
On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed openness to the idea of Tesla CEO Elon Musk purchasing TikTok, should he show interest. The short-form video app, used by roughly 170 million Americans, has been at the center of controversy due to concerns over data privacy and national security tied to its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. … Read more
Even though the campaign period for the 2025 Philippine midterm elections has not yet officially begun, two high-profile political figures have already spent substantial amounts on advertisements, raising questions about early campaigning. Senator Imee Marcos and Las Piñas Representative Camille Villar are among the top spenders, according to a report by the Philippine Center for … Read more
A viral video circulating on social media captures a heated confrontation between a security guard and a group of skateboarders outside a business establishment. This incident follows a series of viral videos involving security guards and various individuals, sparking discussions about boundaries, responsibilities, and behavior in public spaces. In the video, the guard is seen … Read more
A 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck a mountainous, rural area in southern Taiwan on January 21, causing injuries and property damage, according to local authorities. The quake, recorded at a depth of 9.4 kilometers, had its epicenter in Dapu Township, Chiayi County, as reported by Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration. The tremor struck at 12:17 a.m. local time … Read more
In a move that signals a dramatic shift in federal policies, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a series of executive orders during his inauguration speech on Monday, targeting diversity programs and gender identity policies. Labeling such initiatives as emblematic of “woke culture,” Trump’s administration is set to overhaul federal policies on diversity, equity, and inclusion … Read more