Day: November 11, 2025

Aurora: The Philippine Army and the provincial government are conducting continuous operations to restore critical roads and deliver aid to communities affected by recent typhoons. In a statement Tuesday, the Army’s 501st Combat Engineer Battalion (501CEB) and 91st Infantry Battalion (91IB) reported efforts to address road cuts along the Baler-Casiguran Road in Barangay Gupa, Dipaculao. According to Philippines News Agency, the 501CEB is leading gravel hauling and debris clearing operations, while the 91IB provides manpower support, security, and logistical coordination. The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office is overseeing disaster response operations to ensure efficient resource allocation. Lt. Col.

Manila: Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson announced that the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee plans to summon former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, resigned Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co, and 17 other members of the House of Representatives. This move is part of the ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities in flood control projects. According to Philippines News Agency, Lacson, who is anticipated to be reelected as the Blue Ribbon Committee chairperson, indicated that the panel is scheduled to resume its hearings on November 14. Invitations will be sent through the leadership of the House of Representatives. Lacson stated that after

Cebu: The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Tuesday reassured travelers that gateways and destinations in Cebu are fully operational and open to tourists, despite recent natural calamities. The department is encouraging tourists to maintain their travel plans to the island. According to Philippines News Agency, Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco explained that while Typhoon Tino (international name Kalmaegi), Super Typhoon Uwan (international name Fung-wong), and a magnitude 6.9 earthquake off the coast of Bogo City have caused localized impacts, the main tourism zones and gateways in Cebu remain functional. Frasco emphasized the importance of continued visitation for sustaining jobs, restoring livelihoods,

Manila: The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will look into the Statement of Contribution and Expenditures (SOCE) of Senator Rodante Marcoleta amid concerns raised by an election watchdog group. ‘Everything must be declared,’ Comelec Chairperson George Garcia stated in a message to the Philippine News Agency when asked if an anonymous donor should have been declared. According to Philippines News Agency, Danilo Arao, convenor of the group Kontra Daya, expressed that Marcoleta’s explanation for not declaring campaign donors raises more questions than answers. Marcoleta had reportedly refused to name names and identified possible donors as ‘anonymous.’ Arao highlighted the importance of

Manila: Senator Imee Marcos on Tuesday urged government agencies and lending institutions to implement at least a one-month payment moratorium for employees, farmers, fisherfolk, cooperatives, private-sector workers, and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) affected by recent typhoons. According to Philippines News Agency, the senator highlighted that this measure would provide temporary relief to those who have lost their livelihoods due to the devastation caused by Super Typhoon Uwan (international name Fung-wong) and Typhoon Tino (international name Kalmaegi). The appeal comes in the wake of the Government Service Insurance System’s (GSIS) announcement of a three-month grace period on emergency loan