Day: December 16, 2025

Manila: Some parts of the country will continue to experience scattered rains due to the presence of two weather systems, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, scattered rains and thunderstorms due to the shear line are forecast in Aurora and Quezon. The weather bureau mentioned that the same conditions will prevail across the Bicol Region, Caraga, Davao Region, Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, and Southern Leyte due to the easterlies. Moderate to heavy rains in these areas could result in flash floods or landslides. Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon, or “amihan,”

Brooke’s point: The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Brooke’s Point District Jail has recorded zero positive results in a random drug testing activity conducted among persons deprived of liberty (PDL), reinforcing the facility’s commitment to maintaining a drug-free and secure jail environment. According to Philippines News Agency, a total of 60 PDL were randomly selected and subjected to drug testing as part of the BJMP’s continuing campaign against illegal drugs and its efforts to promote discipline, accountability, and healthy living inside jail facilities. The activity, conducted without prior notice, underscored the jail administration’s adherence to transparency and fairness

Bangkok: Southeast Asian Games first-timer Naomi Marjorie Cesar delivered a breakthrough performance for the Philippines, capturing a gold medal in a dramatic photo finish at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games at Suphachalasai National Stadium. The 16-year-old Cesar registered a time of 2:10.2 in the 800-meter event against Vietnam’s Thi Thu Ha Nguyen, who settled for silver with a time of 2:10.3. Fellow Filipino Bernalyn Bejoy completed the big day for the Filipinos, securing the bronze with a time of 2:10.6. According to Philippines News Agency, Cesar expressed her delight, stating, “It was great. I couldn’t ask for a better result