Day: June 1, 2025

Manila: The southwest monsoon, locally known as ‘habagat’, will continue to bring rains over Luzon on Sunday, as reported by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). According to Philippines News Agency, the 5 a.m. bulletin from PAGASA indicates that the Ilocos Region, Batanes, Babuyan Islands, and the provinces of Zambales and Bataan are expected to experience heavy rains due to the southwest monsoon. Meanwhile, Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon will see cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms. PAGASA has issued warnings about possible flash floods or landslides resulting from moderate to heavy rains. In

Manila: The Hotel Sales and Marketing Association (HSMA) has recommended implementing more targeted international marketing campaigns to counter the decline in inbound tourist arrivals to the country. According to Philippines News Agency, HSMA president and Group Commercial Director of Megaworld Hotels and Resorts, Loleth So, suggested that the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) could enhance collaborations with airlines and digital platforms to increase visibility. “We suggest more targeted international campaigns that highlight unique experiences beyond sun and beach, including wellness, food, and culture,” So stated. The Philippines has experienced a slowdown in foreign arrivals during

Brooke’s Point: In a concerted effort to enhance public service and community engagement, multiple national government agencies (NGAs) led a Serbisyo Caravan on Friday at Barangay Malis in Brooke’s Point, Palawan province. According to Philippines News Agency, the caravan, which highlights the government’s proactive role in fostering community partnerships, was a collaborative endeavor involving the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, 18th Special Forces Company, Philippine National Police, South Central Philippine Coast Guard, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, and the local government unit of Brooke’s Point. Together, they offered a variety of free services to residents, including haircuts,

Tacloban: The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) on Saturday night said the declaration of a state of calamity in Eastern Visayas is a vital step in addressing the immediate rehabilitation of the San Juanico Bridge and logistical and economic challenges posed by the load restrictions. According to Philippines News Agency, this move follows the recommendation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to place the entire region in a state of calamity. OCD spokesperson Chris Noel Bendijo, in a statement, said the declaration will accelerate the release of essential funds and enable

Manila: The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) seized PHP1.08 billion worth of illegal drugs during operations from May 23 to 30. These operations, conducted over a week, underscore the government’s commitment to tackling the drug menace in the country. According to Philippines News Agency, the PDEA’s comprehensive anti-drug campaign included 63 operations, featuring 44 buy-busts, seven marijuana eradication missions, seven search and seizure raids, and five interdiction efforts. These coordinated actions led to the arrest of 91 individuals involved in the drug trade. The operations were part of PDEA’s ongoing efforts under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to intensify