The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has raised the Grand Lotto 6/55 jackpot to ₱200 million, marking a milestone aimed at boosting lottery revenues and supporting charity initiatives during the festive season. According to PCSO General Manager Melquiades Robles, this year will feature a historic first: special draws on both Christmas Day and New Year’s … Read more
Senator Cynthia Villar has come under fire following a viral video showing her allegedly using land ownership as leverage for votes in the upcoming 2025 elections. The speech, which has circulated widely on social media, has sparked outrage among netizens who accuse the senator of veiled threats against Las Piñas residents. In the video, Villar … Read more
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has issued the December 26, 2024 weather forecast. Current atmospheric conditions indicate that the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) affects Mindanao, while the Northeast Monsoon continues to influence Northern Luzon. Below is a detailed forecast of weather conditions and potential impacts across the country. Weather Conditions Mindanao … Read more
In a significant policy shift aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility for senior citizens, the Department of Health (DOH) has announced that effective immediately, senior citizens are no longer required to purchase booklets to avail of medicine discounts. This change is formalized under Administrative Order 0017, issued by DOH Secretary Teodoro Herbosa. Previously, senior citizens were … Read more
Kanlaon Volcano, located on Negros Island, displayed heightened activity on Monday, December 23, 2024, with increased ash emission reported by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS). In an advisory issued at 12:30 p.m., PHIVOLCS confirmed that dark ash began spewing from the summit at 11:45 a.m., accompanied by a weak, low-frequency volcanic earthquake. … Read more
On Sunday, December 22, 2024, a fortunate individual secured the Superlotto 6/49 jackpot, winning ₱15,840,000. The winning numbers drawn by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) were 21, 10, 13, 31, 07, and 18. In contrast, the Ultra Lotto 6/58 draw on the same evening did not produce a jackpot winner. The numbers 42, 20, … Read more
John Amores, a former player for NorthPort in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), has been permanently banned from participating in professional basketball leagues in the Philippines. This decision came after the Games and Amusements Board (GAB) revoked his professional license due to his involvement in a shooting incident in October. In its six-page decision, the … Read more
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has officially introduced the First Philippine Polymer (FPP) Banknote Series, marking a significant advancement in the nation’s currency system. This new series includes denominations of ₱1,000, ₱500, ₱100, and ₱50, all designed to be smarter, cleaner, and stronger compared to traditional paper bills. Polymer banknotes offer enhanced durability, with … Read more
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has announced the suspension of the expanded number coding scheme during the upcoming holiday season, including Rizal Day. The suspension aims to accommodate the anticipated increase in vehicular traffic as people travel for Christmas and New Year celebrations. In an advisory released on Wednesday, the MMDA specified the dates … Read more
Two Bettors Become 6/49 Lotto Jackpot Winners, Wins Multi-Million Prize 6/49 LOTTO JACKPOT WINNERS – Two Bettors won the multi-million jackpot prize of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office’s 6/49 Lotto for the December 17, 2024 draw. Recently, Two bettors won the jackpot prize of the 6/49 Lotto, one of the major lotto games of the … Read more