Day: November 16, 2025

Manila: The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and the northeast monsoon, locally known as “amihan,” are expected to continue affecting weather conditions across the Philippines on Sunday, as reported by the national weather bureau. According to Philippines News Agency, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issued a 4 a.m. bulletin indicating that the ITCZ will cause cloudy skies accompanied by scattered rains and thunderstorms over Palawan, Visayas, and Mindanao. In contrast, the northeast monsoon is forecasted to bring cloudy skies with rain showers over the Cordillera Administrative Region, Cagayan Valley, and the Ilocos Region. Additionally, the shear line

Manila: National University secured its fourth title in the Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Unity Cup after outlasting University of Santo Tomas, 22-25, 25-22, 25-27, 25-23, 15-10, Saturday night in Game 2 of the best-of-three finals at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum. Led by prized rookie Sam Cantada and veteran Vange Alinsug, the Lady Bulldogs dominated the fifth set to sweep the league’s centerpiece tournament for the second straight season. According to Philippines News Agency, Cantada delivered 24 points built on 20 attacks, two aces, and two blocks, while Alinsug chipped in 19 points. Kaye Bombita added 14 points to the tally.

Rizal: Petro Gazz pulled off a 25-27, 25-13, 25-10, 25-10 victory over Capital1 on Saturday night in the PVL Reinforced Conference at the Ynares Center Montalban. Lindsey Vander Weide and Brooke Van Sickle finished with 22 and 21 points, respectively, as the Angels marched to the knockout quarterfinals with a 4-3 record, joining the Akari Chargers and the Cignal Super Spikers, also with 4-3 cards. According to Philippines News Agency, despite the loss, the Solar Spikers also advanced as the No. 8 seed with a 3-4 slate. ‘We just kept talking to each other – communication is a big part

Manila: Police officers deployed to maintain security amid the start of the three-day peace rallies in Manila and Quezon City were reminded Sunday to remain professional and continue protecting the public. In a statement, Philippine National Police acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said police officers “have no business of using our power and authority to intimidate and hurt the civilians that we vowed to serve and protect.” He emphasized that such actions are not in line with the training and identity of the Philippine National Police. According to Philippines News Agency, Nartatez reminded police officers to exercise

Pampanga: The Philippines and the United States have reinforced their growing cooperation in humanitarian assistance and disaster response, as the US announced an additional USD1.5 million in emergency aid to support ongoing relief efforts in typhoon-affected regions. According to Philippines News Agency, US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson revealed the additional funding during a joint visit with Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. to Clark Air Base. The visit highlighted the collaboration between Philippine and US personnel, who are preparing thousands of family food packs (FFPs) for delivery to Catanduanes and other affected provinces. The newly announced aid increases the total US support