Day: November 3, 2025

Pasay city: The Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued subpoenas to several individuals implicated in five alleged fraudulent flood control projects in Bulacan. In a message to reporters, DOJ spokesperson Polo Martinez confirmed that the subpoenas were served last week, with the initial hearing for the preliminary investigation set for November 10 at 1 p.m. According to Philippines News Agency, acting Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida expressed optimism that both the preliminary investigation and the filing of charges in court for these cases would be completed by the end of the year. Vida emphasized the importance of adhering to legal procedures,

Iloilo city: The city government has ordered the pre-emptive evacuation of residents living along coastal and low-lying areas ahead of Typhoon Tino (international name Kalmaegi). “Starting 3:00 this afternoon, the Iloilo City Government will implement a pre-emptive evacuation in identified high and riverside communities upon the recommendation of the city disaster risk reduction and management council (CDRRMC),” Mayor Raisa Tre±as stated after signing Executive Order 121 for the purpose. According to Philippines News Agency, the pre-emptive evacuation targets residents of 27 barangays, including Boulevard, San Juan, Calumpang, South Baluarte, and nearby coastal areas in the Molo district. Other areas include

Manila: The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) is throwing its full support behind the establishment of a Halal Town in Manila to promote cultural harmony, generate jobs, and boost tourism in the capital. Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman and Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso led a coordination meeting and site inspection to map out plans for the project, envisioned as a modern halal and cultural hub in Quiapo. According to Philippines News Agency, Pangandaman said the project will symbolize unity and inclusivity, bringing together diverse communities while opening economic opportunities for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). She revealed that

Bacolod: This highly urbanized city and the province of Negros Occidental activated their respective response clusters as wind signals were raised in the entire province due to the threat of Typhoon Tino on Monday. Mayor Greg Gasataya placed the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council-Emergency Operations Center here under red alert status. ‘All disaster response clusters are activated and respective council members are directed to coordinate closely with their lead agencies to ensure readiness of resources, personnel, and response operations,’ he added. According to Philippines News Agency, Gasataya said the city government will initiate preemptive evacuation of residents living

Antique: The Antique provincial government has suspended classes in all levels and work on Monday to give time for people to prepare for the expected onslaught of Typhoon Tino. Antique Provincial Administrator Robin Rubinos, who presided over the Antique Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council’s (PDRRMC) pre-disaster risk assessment at the Antique PDRRM Office in San Jose de Buenavista, said there is a need for the entire province to prepare for the typhoon. According to Philippines News Agency, Typhoon Tino is expected to affect Panay Island, including Antique province, on Tuesday. ‘The class and work suspension is in order