Viral Video: Arrest of Dismissed Mayor Alice Guo in Indonesia

Alice Gou

A video showing the actual arrest of former mayor Alice Guo, also known as Guo Hua Ping, has gone viral after being posted on GMA News’ social media account. In the video, authorities can be seen escorting Guo after she was apprehended in Tangerang City, Jakarta, Indonesia. Guo’s arrest marks a significant step in the … Read more

DepEd Misses Target: Just 192 of 6,379 Planned Classrooms Completed in 2023

Sara Duterte

According to a report by the Commission on Audit (COA), the Department of Education (DepEd) fell significantly short of its 2023 target for constructing classrooms. Out of the 6,379 classrooms planned for the year, only 192 were completed. Additionally, 4,391 classrooms are still under construction, while 550 are awaiting various stages of procurement. The COA … Read more

#WalangPasok Class Suspensions for September 4, 2024

Walang Pasok

On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, classes will be suspended in several areas across the Philippines due to the effects of Typhoon #EntengPH and the southwest monsoon. The suspension applies to both public and private schools at all levels. Affected Areas: The suspension of classes comes in response to the significant impact of Typhoon Enteng and … Read more

Tropical Storm Enteng Leaves 10 Dead and Severe Flooding

Typhoon Enteng Effect

As Tropical Storm #EntengPH exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on September 3, 2024, it left a trail of destruction, with widespread flooding and landslides affecting several regions, particularly in Bicol, where 102 areas were submerged in floodwaters. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported that the storm claimed 10 lives—seven … Read more

Tropical Storm Enteng: Casualties and Damages

Typhoon Enteng Damage and Casualties

Tropical Storm Enteng has unleashed devastating floods and landslides across the Philippines, claiming the lives of 11 people as it brought heavy rains for a second consecutive day, officials reported on Monday. The storm, which brushed past the Bicol region southeast of Manila overnight Sunday, is expected to make landfall later on Monday along the … Read more

WalangPasok: Classes Suspended on September 3, 2024

Walang Pasok

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

NDRRMC Reports Casualties and Injuries Due to Typhoon Enteng

Enteng Reported Casualties

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

WalangPasok: Class Suspensions on September 2, 2024

Walang Pasok

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

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