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Day: November 3, 2025

Fuel Prices Surge Again as Philippines Braces for Fifth Consecutive Weekly Increase

Manila: Fuel prices are scheduled to rise again on Tuesday by as much as PHP2.70 per liter. In separate advisories Monday, Seaoil, PTT Philippines, and Jetti Petroleum said the price of their gasoline products will be hiked by PHP1.70 per liter and diesel by PHP2.70 per liter, effective 6 a.m. Seaoil also announced that the price of its kerosene will increase by PHP2.10 per liter. According to Philippines News Agency, the same hikes will also be implemented by Caltex for gasoline, diesel, and kerosene, effective 6:01 a.m. “The adjustments reflect the movement on prices of refined fuel products, freight and

Cordillera Residents Advised to Guard Against Cold Season Ailments

Baguio city: The Department of Health (DOH) has reminded the public to take precautions against illnesses commonly associated with the cold season, as temperatures in the city and other parts of the Cordillera continue to drop. DOH-Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) Director Dr. Amelita Pangilinan emphasized the need for residents to be cautious as the weather changes, which can trigger various ailments that are preventable with proper care and hygiene. According to Philippines News Agency, Dr. Pangilinan advised residents, particularly the elderly and children, to wear warm clothing and head covers such as bonnets to protect against the cold. She highlighted

NorMin Preemptive Measures in Place for Typhoon Tino

Cagayan de oro: Local governments and agencies in Northern Mindanao initiated preemptive measures Monday as Typhoon Tino approached the region. All local government units (LGUs) suspended classes and work, some as early as Sunday. Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 and yellow rainfall warning were raised in Misamis Oriental as of the 7 p.m. advisory. According to Philippines News Agency, in Gingoog City, Mayor Erick Ca±osa ordered the prepositioning of makeshift shelters in the public gymnasium for families in flood-prone areas. “We have visited all evacuation centers to ensure all are ready and prepared for receiving possible evacuees,” he said

PH, Germany Commit to Strengthened Climate Partnership Through TRANSCEND Project

Manila: The Philippines and Germany have pledged to further their collaboration in addressing climate change and biodiversity issues through the Transformative Actions for Climate and Ecological Protection and Development (TRANSCEND) Project. This joint initiative aims to enhance climate governance, empower communities, and protect ecosystems. According to Philippines News Agency, the Climate Change Commission (CCC) emphasized the importance of transforming climate projects into enduring systems and institutional reforms that will sustain impact beyond project cycles. CCC Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje highlighted the necessity for the Philippines’ climate response to evolve from isolated pilot projects into coherent systems