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Manila: Most areas in the country will experience isolated rain showers on Thursday, a weather forecaster said. The southwesterly windflow affecting the western section of Northern Luzon, however, will bring scattered rains and thunderstorms over Ilocos Region, Batanes, Babuyan Islands, Bataan, Zambales, and Palawan. “Light to moderate to at times heavy rains will be experienced in those areas. Floods and landslides are possible,” Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecaster Benison Estareja said. According to Philippines News Agency, the rest of the country will experience isolated rain showers caused by localized thunderstorms. Meanwhile, Estareja said no low pressure

Caraga Region: Local government units (LGUs) and medical facilities across the Caraga Region have proactively implemented protective measures to safeguard residents against potential monkeypox (mpox) infection. As of posting time, no confirmed mpox cases have been reported in the region. However, two suspected cases in Dinagat Islands are currently awaiting confirmation from laboratory tests. According to Philippines News Agency, amidst this situation, Dinagat Islands Governor Nilo Demerey Jr. issued Executive Order No. 05-04 on Thursday, a copy of which was released to the media in the afternoon. The order provides comprehensive guidelines for the prevention, detection, isolation, and management of

Cavinti: Jacob Casuga secured victory in the boys’ 11-14 division at the ICTSI Junior PGT Championship, edging out Vito Sarines by a single stroke at the Caliraya Springs Golf Club in Cavinti, Laguna. According to Philippines News Agency, Casuga finished with a score of 152, while Sarines, who previously triumphed at Sherwood Hills, concluded in second place with a score of 153. Ryuichi Tao claimed the third spot with a score of 156. Casuga expressed his delight, stating, “My short game and putting saved me. This win means everything because it proves I can keep getting better,” marking an end

Quezon City: The Quezon City government and the Philippine National Police – Officers’ Ladies Club (PNP-OLC) Foundation, Inc. have signed an agreement to open a child development center at the PNP headquarters located in Camp Crame. This initiative aims to provide a day-care center specifically for the children of police officers. According to Philippines News Agency, Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte and PNP-OLC Foundation adviser Mary Rose Marbil formalized the partnership by signing an agreement. This agreement focuses on the establishment of a PNP child development center, which will house a day-care facility within the premises of Camp Crame. The

Manila: Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez announced the successful approval of 27 out of 28 measures under the Common Legislative Agenda (CLA) at the 8th meeting of the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC), signaling significant legislative progress. These measures are targeted for passage before the conclusion of the 3rd Regular Session of the 19th Congress. According to Philippines News Agency, Romualdez reported the near-completion of this legislative milestone to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., highlighting the House’s commitment to delivering impactful legislative solutions. Out of the 27 approved measures, 12 have already been signed into law by President Marcos, including the