Mayor Niña Jose-Quiambao of Bayambang, Pangasinan, is being hailed and praised by her constituents for her humility amid the controversy surrounding the sour microphone issue. In the latest episode of “Cristy Ferminute” on Wednesday, March 27, Cristy Fermin shared the accolades from the people of Bayambang for their mayor. According to Cristy, the residents of … Read more
In a heartening turn of events, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has delivered Easter blessings to the Philippines with the safe return of 18 Filipino seafarers who were previously detained in Iran. The crew, hailing from the MV St. Nikolas, a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker, had been held captive since January after an encounter … Read more
In a concerning development, the Department of Health (DOH) has reported a significant increase in pertussis cases across the Philippines. From March 10 to 16 alone, 28 new cases were recorded, bringing the total count to a staggering 568 from January 1 to March 16. What’s even more alarming is that among these cases, 40 … Read more
Holy Thursday, also known as Maundy Thursday, marks a significant day in the Christian calendar, particularly in the Catholic tradition, as it commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples before his crucifixion. This solemn occasion falls on the Thursday before Easter Sunday, forming a crucial part of the Holy Week, a period … Read more
As dawn breaks on March 27, 2024, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issues a weather forecast for the day, highlighting the prevailing weather conditions, potential impacts, and necessary precautions to be taken across various regions. Synopsis: Easterlies, the prevailing winds blowing from the east, continue to influence weather patterns, particularly affecting … Read more
Iloilo City is currently grappling with a concerning health crisis as it finds itself in the grip of a pertussis outbreak, commonly known as whooping cough. This alarming situation has prompted the local authorities to take decisive action by declaring a state of calamity. The move comes following a recommendation from the City Disaster Risk … Read more
Two Bettors Become 6/45 Lotto Jackpot Winners, Wins Multi-Million Prize 6/45 LOTTO JACKPOT WINNERS – Two Bettors won the multi-million jackpot prize of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office’s 6/45 Lotto for the March 25, 2024 draw. Recently, Two bettors won the jackpot prize of the 6/45 Lotto, one of the major lotto games of the … Read more
In the Philippines, Holy Week is a time of reflection, penance, and spiritual renewal for millions of Catholics. During this solemn period, which spans from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, many Filipino families observe traditions that include fasting, abstinence from meat, and participation in religious rituals. Central to these customs are the foods consumed during … Read more
The inherited talent of religious sculpture from the town of Valladolid, Negros Occidental, is truly a legacy, embodied by Dondon Alles. He belongs to a lineage of sculptors, spanning three generations, starting from his grandfather, Rogelio Alles Sr., to his father, Rogelio Alles Jr. In today’s age, the art of woodcarving for saints is becoming … Read more
As the Philippines braces itself for scorching temperatures, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issues a grave warning: May could see the heat index skyrocket to levels of “extreme danger,” reaching a staggering 52 degrees Celsius and beyond. Since Thursday, Cotabato City has been sweltering under a relentless heat index of 42 … Read more