Day: May 11, 2025

Manila: The easterlies will continue to bring isolated rain showers across the country, except for Batanes and Babuyan Islands, which will experience scattered rains and thunderstorms due to a frontal system, the weather bureau said on Sunday. According to Philippines News Agency, in its 4 a.m. bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms may occur in Metro Manila and the rest of the country due to easterlies. The entire archipelago will have light to moderate winds and slight to moderate coastal waters. Meanwhile, at least 24 areas are

Manila: On the eve of the May 12 national and local elections, the Department of Energy (DOE) raised a heightened alert status to ensure stable and uninterrupted power supply nationwide. The Energy Task Force Election, led by DOE Undersecretary Felix William Fuentebella, began round-the-clock operations Sunday, the agency said in a news release. The task force was activated to prevent power disruptions and safeguard the integrity of the electoral process. According to Philippines News Agency, the Energy Task Force Election is composed of government energy agencies, private transmission and generation firms, distribution utilities, and other stakeholders. They are tasked with

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. paid tribute to all mothers, hailing them as the ‘quiet strength behind every family,’ as he joined the public in celebrating Mother’s Day on Sunday. According to Philippines News Agency, Marcos took to social media to honor all mothers, sharing a picture of his mom, Imelda Marcos; his wife, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos; and sister, Irene Marcos-Araneta, with a heartfelt Mother’s Day message. ‘Mothers are the quiet strength behind every family. They care, nurture, guide and give of themselves without asking for anything in return. Their love knows no bounds — and neither does

Cebu: The operation that led to the seizure of over PHP441 million in cash at the general aviation area of Mactan-Cebu International Airport on Saturday was aligned with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive for clean and orderly elections on May 12. Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil said the force is fully committed to protecting the integrity of the midterm national and local elections. According to Philippines News Agency, this major cash seizure sends a strong message against any attempts to manipulate elections through illegal activities. Marbil emphasized the PNP’s dedication to maintaining peace, order, and

Lingig: A suspected leader of the New People’s Army was killed during an encounter with government troops in Lingig, Surigao del Sur over the weekend. Elbert Echaves, also known as Aldrin, who served as the commanding officer of the Regional Sentro de Grabidad (RSDG) Jaguar under the Southern Mindanao Regional Committee (SMRC) of the NPA, died following the confrontation in Sitio Mendezona, Barangay Rajah Cabungsuan. According to Philippines News Agency, a report from the Army’s 10th Infantry Division (10ID) confirmed the recovery of an M16 rifle from the site of the encounter. The ongoing military operations in the area reflect