Day: October 9, 2025

Villaba: The local government here is preparing to relocate at least 194 families, or about 600 individuals, from Tagbubunga village to a safer area, following the recommendation of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) amid the risks of rockslides. According to Philippines News Agency, Mayor Vincent Veloso stated that these residents live near a rockslide-prone area, placing their lives at risk not only during the rainy and typhoon seasons but also amid the series of aftershocks being felt from the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Bogo City, Cebu, located over 40 kilometers from Villaba town. A rockslide incident on October 3,

Manila: Senators Loren Legarda and Robinhood Padilla led separate activities this week celebrating Indigenous Peoples (IP) Month, both emphasizing that the country’s cultural heritage and national identity are deeply rooted in the wisdom and traditions of indigenous communities. Legarda, in a statement marking the October celebration, paid tribute to the invaluable role of IPs in preserving the nation’s heritage and promoting sustainable development. According to Philippines News Agency, Legarda highlighted the significance of the Philippines being home to numerous ethno-linguistic groups, many of which have preserved their unique pre-colonial cultures and practices. She stated that these are not merely points

Manila: The Israeli Embassy in Manila has renewed its call for the Philippine government to lower its travel alert for Filipinos, highlighting improved security conditions as a new peace agreement in the region takes effect on October 9. According to Philippines News Agency, Israeli Ambassador to the Philippines Dana Kursh addressed the situation during a reception for the Jewish Sukkot or Feast of the Tabernacles in Taguig City. She emphasized the safety of Israel, countering perceptions driven by media reports of conflict. “The only way that we are fighting terrorism is not to be terrorized by the terror, not to

Talavera: A total of 1,071 agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) from across Nueva Ecija are set to receive their own land titles, debt condonation certificates, and financial assistance from the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) at the Talavera National High School Gym on Friday. According to Philippines News Agency, the initiative is part of the Marcos administration’s continuing effort to empower farmers while strengthening its agrarian reform program. The event’s highlight will be the awarding of 1,056 Certificates of Condonation with Release of Mortgage (CoCROM) to 903 ARBs, covering 1,420.71 hectares of land. The CoCROMs will erase the farmers’ unpaid land

Cebu: Two tent cities have been initially established in northern Cebu, in response to President Ferdinand R. Marcos’ order to ensure the construction of temporary shelters for residents affected by the 6.9 magnitude earthquake that hit the province on September 30, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said Thursday. According to Philippines News Agency, the tent cities have been erected in Bogo City and the municipality of Medellin, where a total of 159 tents have been initially installed. In Bogo, 93 tents have been set up, currently housing 79 families. Besides providing temporary shelter, the Bogo tent city