Category: General

LEGAZPI CITY: The Department of Health (DOH) 5 (Bicol) has extended PHP6.58 million in medical and logistical assistance to local government units (LGUs) impacted by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, internationally known as Trami. This support aims to bolster the health services in the affected regions of Albay and Camarines Sur. According to Philippines News Agency, DOH-5 mobilized a workforce of 5,232 health personnel across several towns and cities to continue providing essential medical services. The health office distributed a wide range of supplies, including drugs, medicines, collapsible water containers, jerry cans, hygiene kits, aqua tabs, disaster relief tents, face masks,

LAOAG CITY: Enhanced food safety measures are being undertaken at state-run Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) after 59 students and 12 teachers of the College of Computing and Information Sciences suffered from food poisoning during the weekend. Herdy Yumul, director of the strategic communication office of MMSU, told the Philippine News Agency on Tuesday the victims experienced stomach ache, vomiting, and loose bowel movement after eating chicken afritada (tomato-based stew) and string beans adobo (soy sauce and vinegar-based) they ordered from outside the school. According to Philippines News Agency, the group came from a practice for the University Games, slated

DAVAO CITY: The Commission on Elections-Davao Region (Comelec-11) has announced that a total of 1,437 candidates have filed for various elective positions in the upcoming May 2025 midterm elections. This announcement was made on Tuesday during the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas forum held in the city. According to Philippines News Agency, Comelec-11 Assistant Director Gay Enumerables disclosed that the candidates include 39 individuals vying for seats in the House of Representatives, nine for governor, 10 for vice-governor, 111 for the Provincial Board, 123 for mayor, 110 for vice mayor, and 1,035 for members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod/Bayan, which is the

LAOAG CITY: The Philippine Coast Guard in Ilocos Norte has suspended all sea travel in the province on Tuesday, citing rough sea conditions as the primary reason for the precautionary measure. According to Philippines News Agency, Lt. Joseph Christian Sagun, station commander of the Coast Guard Station in Ilocos Norte, emphasized that the suspension of boat trips is a necessary safety measure as the region remains on high alert due to the approaching Typhoon Marce. The decision is part of a broader strategy to ensure the safety of travelers and seafarers amidst challenging weather conditions. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and

DUMAGUETE CITY: Police in Negros Oriental arrested more than 800 individuals in week-long enhanced operations across the province, an official said Tuesday. Lt. Stephen Polinar, spokesperson of the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (NOPPO), reported that the arrests were made between October 29 and November 3 as part of simultaneous operations named ‘Huli Days,’ coinciding with the twin celebrations of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. According to Philippines News Agency, the NOPPO’s consolidated report indicated that 11 anti-illegal drug operations led to the arrest of 12 individuals and the confiscation of 62.84 grams of suspected shabu, with an