Philippines News Today March 02, 2023

Here are the latest news and events that happened today, Thursday, March 02, 2023.

Behind-the-scenes artists among honorees at HCA Awards

The Hollywood Critics Association (HCA) held its inaugural HCA Creative Arts Awards that celebrated outstanding artistic and technical achievement in film. "We work very hard on these films. It takes many years to make them so to have people, to have critics who make it their life to see a lot of films and think about films as much as See more...

121 new cases of Omicron subvariants detected —DOH

At least 121 new cases of Omicron subvariants have been detected in the country, according to the Department of Health (DOH). Among the recent samples sequenced from February 20 to 24 by the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM) and University of the Philippines' Philippine Genome Center (UP-PGC), 60 were classified as BA.2.3.20. Thirty-three were classified as XBB including three See more...

Studies show how asteroid-bashing spacecraft was 'phenomenally successful'

WASHINGTON - NASA's DART spacecraft slammed into the asteroid Dimorphos at a spot between two boulders during last September's first test of a planetary defense system, sending debris hurtling into space and changing the rocky oblong-shaped object's path a bit more than previously calculated. Those were among the findings revealed by scientists on Wednesday in the most detailed account of See more...

DA issues clearance for release of flagged imported sugar

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has given its go signal for the release of the imported sugar that arrived in the country last February 9 and was flagged by Senator Risa Hontiveros as not covered by earlier sugar orders. In a memorandum addressed to Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) Administrator David John Thaddeus Alba dated February 27, Agriculture Senior Undersecretary Domingo See more...

Dimples Romana proud of Andrea Brillantes for launching business

MANILA — Actress Dimples Romana is proud of Andrea Brillantes for launching her own business Lucky Beauty. Romana and Brillantes worked together in the 2018 hit series "Kadenang Ginto." In the series, Romana, who is also an entrepreneur, played Daniela Mondragon, the mother of Brillantes's character, Marga. Last week, Brillantes finally made her childhood dreams come true as she See more...

Remains of alleged hazing victim John Matthew Salilig arrive home in Zamboanga

The remains of Adamson University student John Matthew Salilig, who allegedly died due to hazing, arrived in his hometown in Zamboanga City on Thursday. A report of GMA Regional TV One Mindanao's Efren Mamac on GTV's Balitanghali said the relatives and acquaintances of John Matthew came to his wake. He is scheduled to be buried on Saturday. According to his See more...

Bianca Umali, 'reyna ng buhay' ni Ruru Madrid

May nakakikilig na birthday message si Ruru Madrid para kay Bianca Umali. Sa Instagram, nag-post si Ruru ng mga larawan at video nila ni Bianca sa nagdaang mga taon. Sa caption, ipinadama ni Ruru kung gaano kahalaga sa buhay niya ang aktres. “Araw-araw ipagpapasalamat ko sa Panginoon na ikaw ang binigay Niya sa akin. Araw-araw pipiliin kong mabuhay dahil ikaw See more...

Hazing 'deeply embedded' in fraternities, says ex-lawmaker

MANILA — Former Rep. Alfredo Garbin Jr. of the Ako Bicol party-list on Thursday lamented that hazing is "deeply embedded" in fraternities. He made the remark following the death of an Adamson University student due to alleged fraternity hazing. "That tradition is deeply embedded in Tau Gamma Phi," Garbin told ANC's "Headstart". "Not only in Tau Gamma Phi but I See more...

FEU Theater Guild marks 89th year with 'Halu Halo' short plays

MANILA -- The Far Eastern University (FEU) Theater Guild is commemorating its 89th founding anniversary with "Halu Halo," a collection of 10 short plays, each distinctly unique and diverse. The production will be directed by Dudz Teraña, a senior member and director of the Philippine Educational Theater. "Halu Halo" is divided into two sets, with shows every Friday and See more...

'Momentous': Fountains, fireworks in Hong Kong Disneyland's nighttime extravaganza

HONG KONG -- More Filipinos will finally get to see Hong Kong Disneyland's newest nighttime extravaganza as the city slowly reopens to overseas visitors. Launched in June 2022, "Momentous" combines 3D projection mapping technology with fountains, flames, fireworks, and lights, as well as a slew of Disney characters. Newly arranged Disney tunes are played during the 20-minute show, with scenes See more...

Mother of alleged hazing victim in Cebu pleads for progress in case

The mother of an alleged hazing victim in Cebu on Thursday pleaded with police personnel to coordinate with others for progress in her case, months after her 20-year-old son passed away in December 2022. “Nananawagan po ako sa mga kapulisan po ng Cebu na kung maari po ay makipag tulungan po tayo para mapabilis po ‘yung kaso ng anak ko, See more...

Why is China cracking down on prominent business figures?

The sudden disappearance of a Chinese billionaire has thrust the spotlight once more upon China's crackdown on prominent entrepreneurs. Bao Fan, one of the most prominent bankers in the country who established China Renaissance in 2005, has been missing for more than two weeks. In a stock market filing on Sunday, China Renaissance Holdings said that Bao was currently "cooperating See more...

Ateneo pushes shift to online classes due to week-long transport strike

The Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) on Thursday recommended all its classes and office operations be shifted to online mode ahead of the looming week-long transport holiday that is being organized by transportation groups. In a memorandum signed by University officer-in-charge Joaquin Jose Mari Sumpaico III, ADMU said the transition was suggested “to avoid the disruption of classes and university See more...

PCG confirms industrial fuel oil spill from sunken motor tanker in Oriental Mindoro

The oil spill from a sunken motor tanker in Naujan, Oriental Mindoro, had industrial fuel oil, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) confirmed on Thursday. Initially, the PCG reported that the oil spill was only diesel fuel from the motor tanker MT Princess Empress. “Kinumpirma ng PCG na may halo na ring industrial fuel oil ang oil spill sa katubigan ng See more...

Pilipinas kailangan ng 350,000 nurses: DOH

MANILA - Naaksidente ang asawa ni Rhea Patulay kaya madalas siya ngayon sa ospital. Dito niya rin napansin ang kakulangan sa nurses. "Kasi puro minsan ay trainee, siyempre pag 'yun sa gaya natin na pag alam nating training lang possible na tama or mali," ani Patulay. Dati nang sinabi ng Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines na See more...

How clan wars leave Muslim Filipino youth traumatized

Even as a peace deal between the government and the largest Muslim separatist movement brings hope for peace in Mindanao, the cyclical violence of clan wars leaves a lingering trauma on Muslim youth. Rido, the local term for "clan war" or fighting between families and kinship groups, is marked by recurring acts of retaliatory violence triggered by a real or See more...

Andi Manzano soon to be mom of three girls

MANILA --- Former radio and TV host Andi Manzano has been out of the limelight ever since she tied the knot with businessman GP Reyes nearly a decade ago. Manzano has been taking care of her family, as she now has two daughters – Olivia, 8; and Amelia, 4 – with the third one arriving this May. “It’s another girl,” See more...

PAL launches special in-flight anniversary menu

MANILA – National carrier Philippine Airlines has introduced a special anniversary menu ahead of its 82nd year celebration, reflecting its continuing initiatives to elevate the overall flight experience of passengers. Available in March for Business Class passengers traveling on PAL’s flights from Manila to North America and Australia, the anniversary menu features curated meals that meld local and global culinary See more...

Bea Alonzo teases ‘extraordinary project’ with Ryan Cayabyab

Bea Alonzo has an exciting project underway that will have her working with National Artist for Music, Ryan Cayabyab! Bea happily shared photos on Instagram of their meeting and said, "Today, I met THE Mr.C! So kilig that I will be working with a national artist for an extraordinary project soon." The Kapuso star also thanked Mr. C’s wife, Emmy See more...

Thick, black oil spotted in area where motor tanker sank off Mindoro —PCG

Black and thick oil has been spotted in the area where a motor tanker carrying litters of industrialized fuel oil sank off Oriental Mindoro earlier this week, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said Thursday. “Doon sa report na natanggap namin from the ground commander, meron nang nakikitang palatandaan na maitim na oil na maaaring ito yung industrial fuel oil na See more...

Amerikana, pinili na lumaki sa kulturang Filipino ang kaniyang mga anak

Iniwan ng isang Amerikana ang kaniyang maginhawa at madaling buhay sa Amerika para manirahan nang payak sa Pilipinas kasama ang mister na Pinoy at kanilang mga anak. “America is incredible, that American dream to have a family and a good job and own a home,” sabi ni Lorena Moreno. Sa "Make Your Day," sinabing tinalikuran ni Lorena ang kaniyang masarap See more...

Women's rights: the decline and the fight back

PARIS — Activists are mobilizing to reverse what they warn is a stark decline in women's rights in the run-up to International Women's Day on March 8. Abortion is under attack in the United States and parts of Europe, while gender violence is growing in war-torn Ukraine, revolt-hit Iran, and Taliban-ruled Afghanistan. Here is a rundown of the burning issues See more...

NEDA: Budget for con-ass significantly lower than con-con

Holding a constitutional convention is more expensive than holding a constituent assembly, the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) told a Senate hearing on Thursday. During the hearing, NEDA Undersecretary Krystal Lyn Uy said their initial computation would show around P10 billion difference between the two modes of amending the 1987 Constitution. Under Section XVII of the 1987 Constitution, any amendment See more...

Poe proposes road tax use for add'l equity subsidy for PUV modernization program

Senator Grace Poe on Thursday proposed the use of the Motor Vehicle Users' Charge (MVUC) fund as additional equity subsidy for the government's Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) Modernization Program, saying its current purpose is already "redundant." Poe made the suggestion at a Senate hearing on the rollout of the PUV modernization program amid the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board's See more...

Korean actor Lee Je-hoon wants to visit Manila Bay during PH stay

MANILA — South Korean actor Lee Je-hoon said Thursday he wanted to try eating adobo and sinigang, and visit Manila Bay during his stay in the Philippines. Lee, best known for starring in hit dramas like "Move to Heaven" and "Taxi Driver," is currently in the country for a fan meeting scheduled late Friday at the New Frontier Theater in See more...

4 suspected NPA rebels killed in Negros Occidental clash

Four suspected New People's Army rebels were killed following a clash with government security forces in Negros Occidental on Wednesday, the Armed Forces of the Philippine said Thursday. In a statement, Colonel Jorry Baclor, chief of the AFP Public Affairs Office, said the encounter between elements of the Army's 94th Infantry Battalion and about 20 insurgents occurred in Himamaylan City. See more...

Royce Cabrera, Kokoy De Santos share lessons they learned from doing BL series

Royce Cabrera and Kokoy De Santos shared the lessons they learned after starring in BL or boys love series. Kokoy starred in "Gameboys," while Royce was in "Quaranthings." They also starred in the award-winning film "Fuccbois" in 2019. In their interview with Paolo Contis on "#JustIn," the actors said gained an all new respect for the LGBTQ+ community. They also See more...

Debris possibly from missing medevac chopper spotted in Palawan —PCG

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Thursday said it has found floating debris that could be from the missing medical evacuation helicopter in Palawan. A report by Super Radyo Palawan, citing Coast Guard District Palawan spokesperson Gretch Mary Acuario, said BRP Malabrigo found the debris off Lumbucan Island in Barangay Mangsee in Balabac. The debris that looked like a gas See more...

Clones, noseprints, flying taxis: Sci-fi meets reality at expo

BARCELONA — The Mobile World Congress (MWC) is primarily a pow-wow for the big-wigs of the telecom industry, but far from the main thoroughfares of the vast conference there are always hidden tech gems. Here are some of the most offbeat products spotted by AFP. ETERNAL CLONE As advertising slogans go, "you can live forever" is up there with See more...

Suspect involved in burying John Matthew Salilig surrenders to police

One of the suspects who allegedly buried hazing victim John Matthew Salilig surrendered to authorities on Thursday. Cavite Provincial Police Office (PPO) said 23-year-old suspect Daniel Perry surrendered before Cavite Governor Jonvic Remulla at around 1:30 p.m. Perry was turned over to Cavite Provincial Police director Police Colonel Christopher Olazo and brought to Trece Martires City for proper documentation. Olazo See more...

P&G opens P864-M diaper manufacturing line in Laguna

Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines opened on Thursday its new diaper manufacturing line under the Pampers brand, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said. Located in Cabuyao, Laguna, the new manufacturing line, which is intended to produce premium Pampers products for export to Korea and Vietnam, represents P864 million worth of investment, the department said. In his keynote address See more...

NCSC wants pension disbursed thru cash cards, remittance centers

The National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) on Thursday expressed hope that the indigent elders’ monthly social pension may also be distributed through cash cards and local remittance centers. At the public briefing, NCSC chairperson Franklin Quijano called on the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and money service providers to allow such to help ease up the process See more...

DA: Presyo ng asukal bahagyang bababa sa loob ng 2 linggo

Inaasahang bahagyang bababa ang presyo ng asukal, matapos ang kontrobersyal na pag-aangkat ng Department of Agriculture. Sa bantay-presyo ng Department of Agriculture, nasa P87 hanggang P110 ang presyo ng kada kilo ng refined sugar pero nakikitang bababa ito nang bahagya sa loob ng dalawang linggo. Ito umano ay matapos bigyan ng go-signal ang kontrobersiyal na imported sugar na dalhin See more...

Tricycle driver killed after trying to overtake dump truck in Baguio

A food delivery rider died after he tried to overtake a 10-wheel dump truck on Loakan Road in Baguio City earlier this week. According to Russel Simorio’s report on GMA Regional TV One North Central Luzon, the 29-year-old rider miscalculated his maneuver and got hit by the truck. The rider reportedly tried to return to his lane to avoid an See more...

CHR conducts own probe on Adamson student's death

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) said on Thursday it has launched a separate investigation into the death of Adamson University student John Matthew Salilig, allegedly due to hazing. “CHR Region IV-A has initiated its independent motu proprio investigation on this violent incident,” CHR said in a statement. “The tragic death of John Matthew is a loss that should never See more...

DOE rules out rotational brownouts during dry season

The Department of Energy (DOE) does not expect any rotational brownouts during the summer season, with the Luzon Grid set to be placed under yellow alert for most of April and May. According to Energy Undersecretary Rowena Cristina Guevarra, the DOE said that electricity supply is projected to be enough for the dry season, despite thin reserves. “Wala tayong nakikitang See more...

DOH posts 166 new COVID-19 infections; active tally at 9,308

The Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday registered 166 new COVID-19 infections, while the active tally reached 9,308. The new infections increased the country’s caseload to 4,076,570, according to the DOH’s latest figures. The National Capital Region (NCR) logged the most cases with 443 in the recent two weeks, followed by Davao Region with 235, Calabarzon with 199, Soccsksargen with See more...

Salceda seeks House probe on jeepney phaseout

Albay 2nd District Rep. Joey Salceda has filed House Resolution 801 that calls on the House Committee on Transportation to investigate the impact of the planned phaseout of jeepneys without adequate government support. Salceda cited Memorandum Circular No. 2023-13 of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) which indicates that traditional jeepneys that haven't been subject to franchise consolidation See more...

Nearly 2,000 fire incidents recorded so far since January —BFP

A total of 1,984 fire incidents have been recorded so far in the country since January, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said on Thursday. “From January 1 to March 1, nagkaroon na po tayo ng 1,984 sa ngayong taon po (We have 1,984 fire incidents this year),” BFP spokesperson Fire Superintendent Annalee Atienza said at a televised public briefing. See more...

Poppert Bernadas, Regine Velasquez release 'Bitaw' music video

MANILA -- Star Music has released the music video for the song "Bitaw" by Popper Bernadas and Regine Velasquez. The black and white music video is now uploaded on the official YouTube page of ABS-CBN Star Music. In his previous post, Bernadas could not believe that he was given an opportunity to record a single with Velasquez, his idol. "Bitaw" See more...

Amihan, shear line to bring rain over parts of the Philippines

The northeast monsoon or amihan will bring cloudy skies and rain over parts of Luzon while the shear line will affect parts of Visayas, Mindanao on Thursday, PAGASA reported. Caraga, Southern Leyte, and Davao Oriental will have cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms brought about by the shear line with possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate See more...

PETA lauds Pamela Anderson’s advocacy for animals

Pamela Anderson has been making waves with her new documentary "Pamela, a Love Story," which has become the second-most streamed show on Netflix. The documentary features the "Baywatch" icon discussing her life, stardom, and animal advocacy work with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). While the documentary showcases Anderson's activism on a global scale, it doesn't mention See more...

Kim Molina shares sweet birthday message for boyfriend Jerald Napoles

MANILA -- Actor Jerald Napoles turned 40 on Thursday, March 2, and Kim Molina took to social media to share her birthday message for her long-time boyfriend. "Today I celebrate your existence, with this particular moment when we prayed, danced to 'Three Little Birds' and through the universe we manifest. A simple thank you is an understatement, for how See more...

More cracks emerge as Senate probes jeepney modernization plan

MANILA — Cracks in the implementation of the government's jeepney modernization program were exposed Thursday during a Senate panel hearing, with lawmakers demanding explanation from the transport authorities that designed the controversial plan. "Nakamatayan na ito ng ating mga kasama. Pero nandito pa rin tayo," said Sen. Grace Poe, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Public Services. Poe said See more...

Another Thai passenger claims being a victim of theft by OTS screening officers

MANILA — Another Thai passenger has claimed that she was also a victim of theft by security screening officers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). Thai passenger Saruta Jansila reposted the Facebook post of fellow Thai Kitja Thabthim, showing the latter has filed an affidavit of complaint against personnel of Office of Transport Security (OTS) working at NAIA. Jansila See more...

Unions urge Marcos to ratify ILO Convention 190

Labor unions are calling for President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to ratify the International Labour Organization Convention 190 (ILO C190), which seeks to protect workers from violence and harassment. The Associated Labor Unions (ALU), along with the Associated Professional, Supervisory, Office, and Technical Employees Union (APSOTEU), and the Associated Philippine Seafarers Union (APSU) urged Marcos to show “zero tolerance” to See more...

Palace bares new appointees in DA, DILG, DOLE

The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on Thursday announced the latest appointments in various government agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Labor and Employment, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government. The new appointees in the DA includes Jose Albert Barrogo (Director III) and Luz Marcelino (Director III) while in the DILG, Debie Torres was named as See more...

All grown up: Ex-child star Jana Agoncillo now a teenager

MANILA – Netizens are gushing over the recent photos of former Kapamilya child star Jana Agoncillo, who has blossomed into a teenager. On Instagram, many fans trooped to Agoncillo’s account to praise the grown-up star, who appeared radiant in her snaps in social media. With this, netizens are hoping to see Agoncillo back in the entertainment scene. See more...

Babaeng itinulak umano ng ka-live in mula sa ibabaw ng tulay, bumagsak sa batuhan

Inabutan ng mga rescuer na sugatan at nakahandusay sa mga batuhan sa ilalim ng Malagonlong bridge sa Tayabas, Quezon ang isang babae na itinulak umano ng kaniyang ka-live in. Sa ulat ng GMA Regional TV "Balitang Southern Tagalog" nitong Miyerkules, kinilala ang biktima na si Berlyn Obsemiya, 28-anyos. Naaresto naman ang suspek na si Jerome Pabuyao. Sa imbestigasyon ng pulisya, See more...

Agri dept expects lower sugar prices after clearing imports

MANILA - An official of the Department of Agriculture said the price of sugar is expected to go down following the clearing of imports. Senior Undersecretary Domingo Panganiban estimates that the retail price of refined sugar will slightly go down to P80-85 per kilo in two weeks' time. This was after he ordered the Sugar Regulatory Administration to issue See more...

Philippines urged to upskill disaster response teams

MANILA — Disaster response and preparedness expert Dr. Ted Esguerra on Thursday urged the Philippine government to enhance the skills of the country's disaster response teams. This after he and 81 others returned to Manila on Tuesday night after a 2-week long mission in quake-hit Turkey. "We showcased that we are also world-class humanitarian workers, and this is our time," See more...

P&G inaugurates P864 million export facility in Laguna

MANILA - Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines inaugurated on Thursday its new Pampers manufacturing line for export products to Korea and Vietnam, the Department of Trade and Industry said. The new P864 million facility in Cabuyao, Laguna is touted as one of the most advanced diaper-manufacturing lines in P&G globally, DTI said. Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual said the new See more...

Women’s Month: Greater access to technology, gender equality pushed

Women all over the world continue to break the glass ceiling and achieve greater heights in various fields. But the struggle remains as millions remain undervalued, deprived and not treated equally in society. This month's celebration of National Women’s Month recognizes their role and their achievements in the different sectors. It also raises awareness in achieving gender equality in See more...

DOTr, LTFRB: Traditional jeepneys can still operate beyond deadline if they join coops

Traditional jeepneys can still operate beyond the set deadline as long as they join the transport cooperatives, officials of the Department of Transportation and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board told a Senate panel Thursday. DOTr Undersecretary Mark Steven Pastor and LTFRB chairman Teofilo Guadiz III made the remark at the Senate public services hearing on the reported See more...

FACT CHECK: Walang anunsiyo ang DSWD tungkol sa relief allowance para sa mga senior

Peke ang mga kumakalat na text message tungkol sa umano'y unclaimed relief allowance para sa mga senior citizen at mga retired business owner. Sa pahayag na ipinost ng Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) sa kanilang opisyal na website, wala umano silang inilalabas na anunsiyo o mensahe tungkol sa nasabing relief allowance. Dagdag pa ng ahensiya, ang peking See more...

Paco Arespacochaga, naging kargador, kahero sa Amerika

MAYNILA -- Ibinahagi ni Paco Arespacochaga ang mga pinagdaanang hamon noon sa Amerika nang iwan niya ang karera sa bansa Sa "Magandang Buhay" nitong Miyerkoles, iginiit ni Arespacochaga na wala siyang balak iwan noon ang karera sa Pilipinas. Kuwento ng musikero, naipaalam niya na noon na magiging bahagi siya ng isang recording label sa Estados Unidos. Pero pagdating sa See more...

Royce Cabrera, 'di na kumain bago kunan ang shocking kissing nila ni Yayo Aguila

Nagkuwento si Royce Cabrera kung papaano siya naghanda sa pinag-usapang mainit na halikan nila sa eksena ni Yayo Aguila. Kuwento ng aktor, hindi na siya nag-lunch bago ang shoot nang makita niyang tinapa ang kanilang ulam. Sa online show ni Paolo Contis na "Just In," tinanong si Royce kung ano ang naramdaman niya bilang isang baguhang aktor noon na makakasama See more...

No Filipino casualty reported so far in Greece train collision, DFA says

MANILA — The Department of Foreign Affairs on Thursday said it has yet to receive reports of Filipinos who were injured or who have died in the recent train crash in Greece. In a text message to reporters, DFA spokesperson Ma. Teresita Daza said the Philippine Embassy in Athens is still verifying reports of any Filipino casualty or fatality. "Athens See more...

LTO to probe video of child inside delivery box of moving motorcycle

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is looking into the viral video showing a child inside the delivery box of a moving motorcycle, according to Vonne Aquino's report on Unang Balita on Thursday. In the cellphone video uploaded by Jeric Cruz and taken on February 24 , a child's hand can be seen lifting the cover of the box onboard the See more...

Batang nasa loob ng delivery box ng motorsiklo, nakunan ng video

Hindi parcel kundi bata ang naging laman ng isang delivery box ng isang motorsiklo. Sa ulat ng Unang Balita nitong Huwebes, makikita pa sa video ang pag-angat ng bata sa takip ng box. Nag-viral ang video na nai-post ni Jeric Cruz sa social media, pero inalis na ito niya dahil sa pakiusap ng rider. "Immediately po mag-i-issue po tayo ng See more...

3 of 4 Cessna plane crash victims in Bicol retrieved —mayor

Three of the four victims of the Cessna plane crash in Albay have been successfully retrieved, with the fourth one expected to follow within the day, a local official said Thursday. "As of 3:13AM, a total of 3 bodies from the Cessna 340A crash have so far been dropped off in Brgy. Anoling," Camalig, Albay Mayor Carlos Baldo said on See more...

Batang lalaki sa Cebu, patay matapos umanong tamaan ng bola sa dibdib

Pinaiimbestigahan sa National Bureau of Investigation ang pagkamatay ng isang bata sa isang bayan sa Cebu, matpos umano tamaan ng bola sa dibdib. Sa ulat ng GMA Regional TV Balitang Bisdak, na inireport din ng Unang Balita nitong Huwebes, sinabing nangyari ang insidente sa loob ng paaralan sa Badian, Cebu. Matapos tamaan ng bola sa dibdib, nangitim at nilagnat daw See more...

Enrile asked for PDAF release to groups allegedly linked to Napoles —DBM exec

A Department of Budget and Management (DBM) official on Thursday testified that former Senator Juan Ponce Enrile issued request letters for the release of his Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) to groups allegedly linked to businesswoman Janet Lim Napoles. Marissa Santos, chief administrative officer of the DBM Records Division, faced the Sandiganbayan antigraft court in the trial of 15 counts See more...

Frat member, humingi ng tawad kay John Matthew Salilig: 'Sorry talaga'

Isiniwalat ng isang sumukong miyembro ng Tau Gamma Phi fraternity ang hirap na dinanas ng nasawing Adamson University chemical engineering student na si John Matthew Salilig sa kamay ng kaniyang "kapatiran." Binalak pa raw ng mga kasama niya na sunugin o itapon sa ilog ang katawan ng biktima. Sa ulat ni John Consulta sa GMA News “24 Oras” nitong Miyerkules, See more...

Napoles lawyer questions DBM official over Enrile's PDAF letter

MANILA — A Department of Budget and Management (DBM) official was questioned by the lawyer of former businesswoman Janet Lim Napoles on Thursday for bringing an original document to the Sandiganbayan 3rd Division without a court order. Ronnie Garay, Napoles’ legal counsel, called the attention of DBM central records division chief Marissa Santos when she brought with her a 2008 See more...

LTFRB invites transport group to dialogue after request for new deadline

Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) chairman Teofilo Guadiz III on Thursday indicated the LTFRB's openness to a dialogue after a transport group asked for an extension of the deadline for PUV operators to consolidate into cooperatives or corporations. This developed during the Senate public service committee hearing on the expected phaseout of traditional jeepneys. At the latter part See more...

Erwin Tulfo's proclamation as ACT-CIS solon suspended by Comelec

Former Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) secretary Erwin Tulfo won't be proclaimed as the new ACT-CIS party list congressman just yet. This was after Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairperson George Erwin Garcia informed House Secretary General Reginald Velasco that the poll body has decided to suspend the proclamation of the next nominee in line of the ACT-CIS Party See more...

PAO won’t help fratmen in John Matthew Salilig case due to conflict of interest

Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) chief Persida Acosta on Thursday said the agency will not help fraternity members linked to the hazing of Adamson University student John Matthew Salilig due to conflict of interest. At a press conference, Acosta said the family of Salilig and another hazing victim in Cebu had already approached PAO for help. “Hindi namin sila tutulungan, conflict See more...

DFA: Philippines now crafting guidelines for joint patrols in West PH Sea

The Philippines on Thursday said it is in the process of "crafting guidelines" on maritime activities, including joint patrols with allies, in the West Philippine Sea amid China's increasingly aggressive actions in the region. Philippine defense officials earlier said they are in talks with the United States and Australia about future joint patrols in the South China Sea, where China, See more...

Lazada to invest in ‘hundreds’ of delivery hubs all over Philippines

Southeast Asia’s e-commerce giant Lazada is ramping up its presence all over the Philippines as it plans to build “hundreds” of delivery hubs to further improve delivery and customer experience. At a media roundtable in Taguig City on Thursday, Lazada Philippines CEO Carlos Barrera said that the e-commerce platform is launching a “faster delivery” campaign this year as the company See more...

The ultra-rich lost 10% of fortune in 2022 — study

LONDON, United Kingdom - The world's ultra-richest saw their fortunes shrink by 10 percent in 2022, due to the war in Ukraine, a study said Wednesday, but the outlook for them this year is bright. The study, by London-based property consultants Knight Frank, examined the fortunes of what it calls ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs): people with a net worth of at See more...

House panel urged to conduct probe on planned jeepney phaseout

Albay Representative Joey Salceda has filed a resolution directing the House committee on transportation to investigate the planned jeepney phaseout as part of the government’s Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) Modernization Program. Salceda filed the resolution after the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) issued Memorandum Circular No. 2023-13 directing traditional jeepneys to join franchise consolidation until March 31 and See more...

CHR probes killing of Aparri vice mayor, 5 aides

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Thursday said it launched a motu proprio investigation on the killing of Aparri, Cagayan Vice Mayor Rommel Alameda and five others in Nueva Vizcaya. The CHR said it denounced any form of attack against anyone’s right to life. “No reason can justify actions intended to arbitrarily deprive a person of their life or See more...

MMDA to offer free rides as transport groups strike next week

MANILA — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) on Thursday said it had plans in place to help commuters affected by the transport strike against the modernization of public utility vehicles (PUV) set next week. In a press briefing Thursday, MMDA chairperson Romando Artes said the agency will be deploying its buses and vans to offer free rides to commuters, See more...

Is biodegradable better? Making sense of 'compostable' plastics

MANILA — Bacardi rum bottles, Skittles sweet wrappers, designer water bottles -- a bevy of companies are developing biodegradable plastic packaging they say is better for the environment than traditional plastics. While experts agree we should use less plastic in any form, some say as long as plastics are here to stay, we should be using degradable materials -- and See more...

Frat neophyte identifies 6 persons of interest in Adamson student's death

A fraternity neophyte on Wednesday positively identified some of the persons of interest allegedly involved in the hazing of Adamson University student John Matthew Salilig, Jonathan Andal reported on Unang Balita on Thursday. Roi dela Cruz said he and Salilig — whose body was found in a shallow grave in Imus, Cavite, a week after he was last seen alive See more...

Slater Young, Kryz Uy celebrate 9th month of son Sevi

Celebrity couple Slater Young and Kryz Uy recently celebrated the ninth month of their second child, Sevi, and it was a joyous occasion for the family. Uy took to her Instagram account to share a series of photos of their adorable son, which delighted their followers. Their little bundle of joy looked absolutely precious in the shots as Sevi See more...

Mega sardines maker eyes IPO to take business to 'next level'

Canned goods manufacturer Mega Prime Food Inc is looking at an initial public offering (IPO) to bring the business to the next level, its Chief Growth and Development Officer Marvin Tiu Lim said on Thursday. Demand for canned goods surged during the pandemic as Filipinos tightened their belts and is still continuously growing today, Lim told ANC. Canned sardines is See more...

38 patay, 57 sugatan sa banggaan ng tren sa Greece; transport minister, nagbitiw

Wasak ang dalawang bagon, at nasunog naman ang isa pa nang magbanggaan ang isang passenger train at cargo train sa Larissa, Greece noong Martes ng gabi. Umabot na sa 38 katao ang nasawi, 57 ang sugatan, at may mga nawawala pa. Sa ulat ng Agence France Presse, sinabi ni Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis na posibleng "human error" ang dahilan See more...

Dating tauhan ng anti-crime group, naging biktima ng krimen sa Batangas

Patay ang isang dating tauhan ng anti-crime group matapos siyang pagbabarilin ng mga salaring sakay ng motorsiklo sa Tanauan City, Batangas. Sa ulat ni Paul Hernandez sa GMA Regional TV "Balitang Southern Tagalog," kinilala ang biktima na si Nolasco Bucad, na nagtamo ng mga tama ng bala sa katawan at ulo. Sa imbestigasyon ng pulisya, papunta umano si Bucad sakay See more...

'Hearts on Ice' starring Ashley Ortega, Xian Lim to premiere on March 13

"Hearts on Ice" will be making its premiere on March 13! On Thursday's episode of "Fast Talk With Boy Abunda," Xian Lim said that the figure skating series will air on GMA Telebabad after "Mga Lihim ni Urduja." Xian also shared some details about the story and the roles he and co-star Ashley Ortega will play in the series. Ashley See more...

House bill seeks to give additional benefits for former presidents

MANILA — A bill seeking to provide additional benefits for former Philippine presidents has been filed at the House of Representatives. House Bill 7231, authored by Reps. Divina Grace Yu and Jeyzel Victoria Yu, was referred to the House Committee on the Revision of Laws this week. The panel is chaired by Manila 4th district Rep. Edward Vera Perez Maceda. See more...

PH crafting guidelines for joint patrols with US, other regional partners

MANILA - The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has confirmed the Philippines is crafting guidelines on the conduct of combined maritime activities, including joint patrols, in the West Philippine Sea with the United States and other regional partners. In a text message to reporters, DFA spokesperson Ma. Teresita Daza said operational details, including on the possibility of engaging other regional See more...

Hazing complaints filed against 6 linked to Salilig death

Biñan City police have filed complaints for violation of the Anti-Hazing Law against six individuals linked to the death of Adamson University student John Matthew Salilig. Police Lieutenant Colonel Virgilio Jopia, acting chief of police of Philippine National Police-Biñan, said one complainant is Salilig’s brother, John Michael, and the other is Roi dela Cruz, the neophyte who identified the suspects. See more...

Swak ba sa LPG Law ang ginagamit na tangke sa bahay?

Sa mahal ng LPG, hindi pumapayag si Rebecca Biay na pangit ang tangke na mabibili niya. Apat na LPG ang nagagamit niya kada buwan dahil sa dami ng nilulutong pagkain at ang gusto niya: malinis at malinaw na kita ang brand. “Kailangan po ang puwet ng LPG hindi kalawangin at saka ang gilid, walang kalawang. Eh napakamahal po See more...

Lazada optimistic on growth despite rising inflation

MANILA - E-commerce platform Lazada is optimistic that it will continue growing despite rising inflation, its CEO Carlos Barrera said on Thursday. More Filipinos are tightening their belts as inflation reached a fresh 14-year high in January at 8.7 percent, but Lazada is also offering more deals for consumers who are becoming "wiser" with how they spend money, Barrera said. See more...

Food shorts: New drinks, anniversary menu, and more

MANILA -- Check out some of the latest news in the local food scene. These are not endorsed by ABS-CBN News. ITALIANNI'S 27TH ANNIVERSARY MENU Italianni's is offering a three-course menu as it celebrates is 27th year in the country. Priced at P995, the menu includes Truffle Fries, Caesar Salad, and Seafood Cioppino. Customers have the option of See more...

Gov’t earmarks P4B for fuel subsidy of drivers, farmers —DBM

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Thursday said the Marcos administration has earmarked a total of P4 billion this year to provide fuel subsidy to drivers and farmers as the country recovers from the pandemic. In a statement, the DBM said the allotted amount is charged against the regular budgets of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the See more...

WATCH: Mitoy Yonting bids goodbye to 'Iron Heart' as Bungo killed

MAYNILA -- Mitoy Yonting bade farewell to the Richard Gutierrez-led series “The Iron Heart” after his character Bungo was killed. In episode 76 of the Kapamilya series, Bungo, a doting father to Venus (Sue Ramirez), was killed by Hero Ramos (Enzo Pineda), who wants to prove his worth to Engr. Priam (Albert Martinez). Bungo, who was imprisoned for a See more...

Cousins in ‘tanim droga’ case exonerated, cops including station chief arrested

Illegal drugs charges have been dropped against two cousins in a case of alleged "tanim-droga" and "hulidap" involving police officers in Taguig. According to an exclusive report by Emil Sumangil on "24 Oras" on Wednesday, cousins Jay and Jake (not their real names) said that in 2019 the cops searched them for drugs and took away their cellphones. They were See more...