A recent Facebook post claiming a data breach of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) lotto winner database has been debunked by PCSO General Manager Mel Robles. The post alleged the compromise of winner profiles from 2016 to 2025, including sensitive personal information and winning numbers. Robles firmly denied the allegations, stating that the PCSO…
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…
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…
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,…
A devastating helicopter crash in Sitio Arimung-mong, Barangay San Miguel, Guimba, Nueva Ecija, claimed the life of a female pilot on Saturday afternoon. The incident, reported around 5 p.m., has sparked a thorough investigation by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP). Initial reports indicate that the light helicopter, tail number RP-C3424, crashed into…
The largest attendance since the pandemic. The spectacle, featuring a six-kilometer Grand Parade with 44 dancing contingents, 61 floats, and various other performers, showcased the vibrant culture and devotion to the Santo Niño de Cebu. International visitors like Allie Wilcow from Canada praised the event’s energy and friendliness, while local attendees like Misbel Llamas from…
The recent discussion regarding a potential TikTok ban in the Philippines has sparked a debate on balancing national security concerns with the significant economic and social impact of social media platforms. The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) suggests the Philippines, like the US, could ban platforms like TikTok, citing the capability to implement…
A devastating fire ripped through the North Reclamation Area in Barangay Mabolo, Cebu City on Saturday night, leaving around 20 houses in ashes. The blaze, which started around 9 p.m. and reached a fourth alarm, was finally brought under control around 11 p.m. According to Senior Fire Officer 2 Wendell Villanueva of the Bureau of…
Just a day before Christmas, Filipinos are facing a disheartening surprise: another round of fuel price increases. Oil companies have announced significant hikes effective December 24th, adding to the already considerable burden on consumers. Shell Pilipinas, for example, is implementing increases of ₱0.50 per liter for gasoline, ₱0.75 per liter for kerosene, and a substantial…
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)’s new polymer banknotes, featuring native animals and plants instead of national heroes, have sparked a heated debate. The August Twenty-One Movement (ATOM) is questioning the BSP’s decision, arguing that the removal of heroes’ images from the banknotes constitutes a form of historical erasure. ATOM points to the discontinued P1000…
