Classes in all levels across Cavite province remain suspended on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, due to the persistent heavy rains brought by Tropical Storm Enteng and the southwest monsoon (habagat). Governor Jonvic Remulla announced the suspension on Monday evening, September 2, through a Facebook post, expressing frustration over the extended presence of the storm. “Pareng … Read more
Two Dead and Ten Injured Amid the Onslaught of Typhoon Enteng (#EntengPH) and Monsoon Rains in the Country, According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)Two people have died, and ten others were injured amid the devastation brought by Typhoon Enteng (#EntengPH) and the southwest monsoon in the country, according to the … Read more
Classes in several areas across the Philippines have been suspended for Monday, September 2, 2024, as Tropical Depression “Enteng” continues to bring adverse weather conditions. The Department of Education (DepEd) and local government units (LGUs) made the announcements in response to the anticipated heavy rainfall and potential flooding associated with the weather disturbance. In the … Read more
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
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
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, 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
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
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
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