DAVAO DEL NORTE — The Muslim communities in Davao del Norte were the recipients of over PHP5.4 million in financial assistance on Tuesday, as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to support individuals in crisis through the Assistance to Individua…
ARIZONA – The Supreme Court of Arizona has reinstated an almost total prohibition on abortions, referencing a law from 1864 that outlaws the procedure unless it is necessary to save a mother’s life. The ruling, decided by a 4-2 vote, asserts that a 20…
SAGADA, MOUNTAIN PROVINCE — In response to a persisting dry spell that threatens water supplies, residents of Sagada, a renowned tourist destination in northern Luzon, have adopted water conservation practices, including the reuse of water for various…
NEGROS ORIENTAL – A wave of dissent has emerged among sectoral representatives and residents of Negros Oriental against the prospect of opening a casino in a barangay on the outskirts of the province’s capital. Concerns were raised following a city co…
MAKATI — In a move to bolster trade and tourism ties with the Philippines, Malaysia has expressed interest in increasing flight operations to Mindanao, highlighting the growing demand for travel between the two regions. This initiative aims to capital…
BATANGAS – The province of Batangas is set to spotlight its culinary heritage with the ‘Batangas Kulinarya Goto and Kapeng Barako Cook Fest’ on April 25, as part of the nationwide celebration of Filipino Food Month. This initiative aims to bolster the…
SAN REMIGIO, Antique – A mass wedding event scheduled for April 14 will see 42 couples from the remote barangays of San Remigio town in Antique exchange vows in a communal ceremony. This initiative, aimed at formalizing the unions of these couples, wi…
DUMAGUETE — The Diocese of Dumaguete has officially requested President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to veto the proposed Senate Bill 2507, which aims to establish the Negros Island Region (NIR). This appeal, articulated through a letter released on Wednes…
TABUK CITY — Mayor Darwin Estrañero of Tabuk City, Kalinga, has announced the implementation of improved processes within the local government, starting with the Business Permits and Licensing Office. These new systems are expected to significantly re…
LAGUNA – The Provincial Health Office (PHO) in Laguna has issued a strong recommendation for parents to vaccinate their children against pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, following a concerning uptick in cases across the province. From Janu…