Google Maps appears to have quietly removed the label “West Philippine Sea” from the western section of the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ), sparking renewed concerns about digital mapping and territorial recognition. As of Wednesday, April 30, a quick search on the Google Maps mobile app still shows a pin labeled “West Philippine Sea,” but … Read more
SORSOGON, Philippines – A phreatic or steam-driven eruption rocked the summit of Bulusan Volcano at 4:36 AM on 28 April 2025, lasting 24 minutes. According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS), all 11 monitoring stations of the Bulusan Volcano Network (BVN) recorded the eruption, which generated a towering plume that reached approximately … Read more
In celebration of Labor Day, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that commuters in Metro Manila can enjoy free rides on three major railway lines—Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1), and Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2)—from April 30 to May 3. The President announced on Tuesday, April 29, through … Read more
Albay Governor Grex Lagman has been officially dismissed from service by the Office of the Ombudsman after being found guilty of grave misconduct in connection with alleged payola dealings with jueteng operators. The ruling stemmed from accusations that Lagman sought bribes in exchange for political protection of illegal gambling activities in the province. According to … Read more
The influential religious group Jesus Is Lord (JIL) Worldwide is expected to announce its endorsed senatorial candidates within the week, according to Senator Joel Villanueva. Speaking during the Kapihan sa Senado forum on Tuesday, Villanueva revealed that JIL has been actively deliberating on potential candidates through a designated search committee. Villanueva, a devout Christian and … Read more
Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia has been placed under a six-month preventive suspension by the Office of the Ombudsman, following accusations of multiple administrative violations including grave abuse of authority, gross misconduct, serious dishonesty, gross negligence, conduct prejudicial to the best interest of the service, and breach of Republic Act 6713 or the Code of Conduct … Read more
A significant event in the Roman Catholic Church is set to unfold as cardinals from around the world prepare to gather for a secret conclave to elect the next pope. The conclave will begin on May 7, according to a senior Vatican source, following a closed-door meeting of cardinals on Monday. This marks the first … Read more
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Monday filed a qualified human trafficking case against former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque for his alleged involvement in the operation of an illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) hub in Porac, Pampanga. Justice Undersecretary Nicholas Felix Ty confirmed that Roque, along with more than 30 others, has been charged. … Read more
ROME — Former U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a private and “very productive” meeting on Saturday in Rome, according to a statement from the White House. The two leaders, who were both in Italy to attend the funeral of Pope Francis, met on the sidelines for their first face-to-face discussion … Read more
The final moments of Pope Francis have left the world in awe and silence, as the video of his last public appearance during the Easter “Urbi et Orbi” blessing continues to circulate. The image of the frail Pontiff standing on the balcony of Saint Peter’s Basilica on Easter Sunday (April 20), delivering the traditional blessing … Read more