5.3-Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Davao Occidental

Davao Occidental Earthquake

A 5.3-magnitude earthquake shook Davao Occidental on Sunday morning, September 1, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The tremor, which originated from a tectonic source, occurred at around 8:49 AM. Phivolcs reported that the epicenter of the earthquake was located approximately 237 kilometers southeast of Sarangani in Davao Occidental. The quake … Read more

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Strikes Amai Manabilang Lanao del Sur

4.4 Earthquake

Amai Manabilang, Lanao del Sur – A magnitude 4.4 earthquake shook the town of Amai Manabilang, Lanao del Sur, at 4:10 PM on Saturday, August 31, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). Phivolcs reported that the earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers from its origin, located at 07.78°N, 124.68°E, … Read more

Panelo Pushes for Duterte-Duterte Tandem in 2028 Elections

Panelo on Dutertes Tandem

Former President Rodrigo Duterte has been advised to consider running for vice president in the 2028 elections, potentially forming a tandem with his daughter, Vice President Sara Duterte. This suggestion was revealed by former presidential legal counsel Salvador Panelo during a press conference in Quezon City on Saturday. Panelo, who remains in close contact with … Read more

ArenaPlus Awards Carlos Yulo ₱5M “Astig Hero Bonus”

Carlos Yulo Recent Incentives

ArenaPlus, the sportsbook platform of DigiPlus Interactive Corp., is joining the nation in celebrating the remarkable double gold medal victory of Carlos “Golden Boy” Yulo at the 2024 Olympic Games. In recognition of Yulo’s historic achievement, ArenaPlus is awarding the Olympian an “Astig Hero Bonus” of ₱5,000,000 in cash. This generous gesture underscores ArenaPlus’ pride … Read more

Henry Omaga-Diaz Bids farewell from TV Patrol After 8 Years

Henry Omaga Diaz

Veteran broadcaster Henry Omaga-Diaz will conclude his anchor duties on TV Patrol this Friday night, August 30, 2024. After nearly eight years as the regular anchor of the longest-running primetime newscast on television, Omaga-Diaz is set to bid farewell to his viewers. Omaga-Diaz began his journalism career as a news writer for DZRV Radio Veritas … Read more

Pagasa Weather Forecast for August 31, 2024

LPA Update

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has issued a weather forecast for August 31, 2024, highlighting the influence of a Low-Pressure Area (LPA) and the Southwest Monsoon on the country’s weather. Weather Synopsis As of 3:00 AM today, the LPA was located approximately 695 kilometers east of Butuan City, Agusan del Norte, … Read more

DOH Releases Updated Guidelines for Mpox Prevention and Management

Mpox Guidelines

The Department of Health (DOH) has announced new interim guidelines aimed at enhancing the prevention, detection, and management of mpox in the Philippines. The updated protocols, detailed in Department Memorandum No. 2024-0306, reflect a comprehensive approach to controlling the spread of the virus and ensuring effective care for affected individuals. The memorandum was signed by … Read more

Jude Bacalso Facing Multiple Charges from Waiter He Forced to Stand for Calling Him ‘Sir’

Jude Bacalso Update

On Wednesday, August 28, formal charges were filed against Jude Bacalso, a well-known personality in Cebu, at the Cebu City Prosecutor’s Office. The charges include Unjust Vexation, Grave Scandal, Grave Coercion, Grave Threats, and Slight Illegal Detention. According to the waiter, Bacalso’s actions left him humiliated and terrified, causing emotional trauma. The waiter stated that … Read more

Pagasa Weather Forecast for August 30, 2024

Pagasa Weather Update

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued its weather forecast for August 30, 2024, highlighting the influence of the Southwest Monsoon on the western sections of Luzon and Visayas. This weather system, known locally as “Habagat,” is expected to bring varying weather conditions across the country, with some regions experiencing more … Read more