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De Lima relishes campaigning in-person to kick off congressional bid
After campaigning in the 2022 elections as a standee and through other people, former Senator Leila de Lima finally got to do it in person. She highlighted her freedom in her appearance at the People’s Campaign Kickoff Rally of senatorial candidates Kiko Pangilinan and Bam Aquino at the Dasmarinas City Arena in Cavite on Tuesday….
10,000 TRAINERS’ RACE IN FIRST-EVER POKÉMON RUN IN PHILIPPINES
The first-ever Pokémon Run in the Philippines, which saw an overwhelming response during registration, officially kicked off on Sunday at the SM Mall of Asia Complex, with 10,000 trainers (Pokémon fans) battling toward the finish line. “I’m really happy that there are a lot of people that came to this event and we’re really glad…
Low-Pressure Area Forms Over West Philippine Sea, Affecting Palawan
A low-pressure area (LPA) formed over the West Philippine Sea on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). The LPA, located 305 kilometers southwest of Kalayaan, Palawan, remains outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). While PAGASA assesses a medium chance of it developing into a tropical depression within…
Palawan’s Record Rainfall and Widespread Flooding
A devastating shear line brought record-breaking rainfall to Palawan province, causing widespread flooding and prompting rescue operations. Puerto Princesa City experienced an unprecedented 352 millimeters of rain in just 24 hours, surpassing the previous record of 317.6 mm set in Coron in 1979. This amount is almost twelve times the typical rainfall for February, usually…
House approves bill strengthening PUP,declaring it as National Polytechnic University
MANILA – The House of Representatives on Monday approved on third and final reading a proposed law strengthening the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) and declaring it as a National Polytechnic University. Voting 196-0-3, House lawmakers passed House Bill No. 11341 or the proposed Revised Polytechnic University of the Philippines Charter. Under the measure,…
Child abuse trial reveals 2-year-old fed ‘buldak’sauce, soju
A 2-year-old child, who died late last year in what appears to be a case of parental abuse, was force-fed ultra-spicy “buldak” sauce and soju, a court hearing revealed Thursday. Prosecutors made the accusations during the first hearing at the Daejeon District Court in the trial of the deceased child’s parents who face charges of…
New Final Destination Showing
Death runs in the family. #FinalDestination #Bloodlines – only in cinemas May 14.
Jisoo is coming to Manila
Jisoo is coming to Manila !On X, Jisoo’s agency JISOO announced the K-pop star will be bringing the “Lights, Love, Action!” tour to Manila.
Luzon Experiences Amihan-Induced Temperature Drop
Good morning, everyone! Many parts of Luzon woke up to noticeably cooler temperatures this Wednesday morning, thanks to the prevailing northeast monsoon, or Amihan. PAGASA reported some delightfully chilly readings: ● Baguio City: A crisp 14.6°C ● La Trinidad, Benguet: A slightly warmer 16.3°C Several other areas also saw temperatures dip below 20°C: ● Itbayat,…