Day: November 18, 2024

Manila: The Department of Education (DepEd) has highlighted the importance of ensuring the safety of learners and teachers, along with the continuity of education, in the wake of tropical cyclone Pepito (international name: Man-yi). This announcement was made on Monday, emphasizing the need for effective response and recovery measures in affected areas. According to Philippines News Agency, DepEd issued Memorandum Order No. 64 series of 2024, signed by Secretary Sonny Angara. It mandates school officials to report any displaced personnel, learners, or casualties to local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices (DRRMO). Schools have been instructed to activate their medical

Manila: Upon the instruction of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the House of Representatives on Monday dispatched 24 truckloads of relief goods and PHP750 million in financial assistance to aid those affected by the recent tropical cyclones in the Bicol region, including Catanduanes. According to Philippines News Agency, the ‘Tabang Bikol, Tindog Oragon’ relief efforts, initiated by Speaker Martin Romualdez and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), aim to support residents in Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Albay, and Catanduanes who were severely impacted by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (Trami) on October 24 and Super Typhoon Pepito (international name

Pasig City: Jude Garcia’s consistent performance has been pivotal in Criss Cross’s semifinal campaign in the 2024 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference. His recent contributions have not gone unnoticed, culminating in his recognition as the Spikers’ Turf Press Corps Player of the Week. According to Philippines News Agency, Garcia showcased his skills by scoring 10 points and making eight excellent receptions in a match where King Crunchers triumphed over Martelli Meats with a scoreline of 25-9, 25-19, 25-16, at the Ynares Sports Arena. Furthermore, Garcia’s impressive performance against DN Steel-FEU, where he delivered 19 points and 16 excellent receptions, was instrumental

Manila: Philippine shares further recovered following a series of losing streaks since the United States polls, while the peso closed stronger against the greenback on Monday. The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rose by 1.27 percent to 6,761.35, while All Shares went up by 0.71 percent to 3,799.70. According to Philippines News Agency, Philippine shares continued to rebound after the sell-off last week as investors prepare for a fresh round of economic data. Regina Capital managing director Luis Limlingan noted that on the local front, Goldman Sachs released its most recent market outlook for 2025, placing the Philippines at an

BUTUAN CITY: A Brahminy Kite Eagle was rescued and handed over to authorities by a concerned resident in Lingig, Surigao del Sur, on Sunday afternoon. Sphere John Rivas Viroy, a resident of Sitio Cabilan, Barangay Poblacion, discovered the raptor and immediately ensured its safety by surrendering it to the Lingig Municipal Police Station. According to Philippines News Agency, the Lingig police station commended Viroy’s actions in a statement on Monday. The police station expressed gratitude for Viroy’s responsible actions, which ensured the bird’s safety and well-being. The bird was subsequently turned over to the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office