Here are the latest news and events that happened today, Sunday, April 02, 2023.
Sandara Park adorably dances to 'In or Out' in South KoreaHow adorable is Sandara Park? The K-pop star recently danced to her 2004 song "In or Out" in South Korea. She shared the video on Instagram with the hashtags #sandarapark, #inorout #justforfun, and #krungkrung. Sparkle star Jason Abalos commented, "Pusong pinay." Sandara is scheduled to host the EPICon on the "K-pop evolution" in Manila this April. The former 2NE1 member See more...
Marcos urges Filipinos to be ‘conveyors of truth’ on Holy WeekPresident Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Sunday called on Filipinos to become “conveyors of truth” and “better agents of change” by knowing Christ more during this Holy Week observance. In his message, Marcos underscored the importance of directing one’s thoughts and actions to the resurrection of the Lord and the victory it gives until today. “Indeed, while it may be See more...
Tolentino urges caution in West Philippine Sea joint exploration talks with ChinaSenator Francis Tolentino on Sunday called on the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to be cautious on the planned discussions with China on a possible joint oil and gas exploration effort in the West Philippine Sea, warning that an agreement could lead to increased Chinese presence in the territory. Tolentino, the vice-chairman of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, said See more...
Mga taga-Puerto Galera naligo sa beach para ipakitang 'di apektado ng oil spillDaan-daang residente ng Puerto Galera ang sabay-sabay naligo noong Sabado sa White Beach para ipakitang hindi apektado ng oil spill ang kanilang lugar. Nangangamba kasi ang mga residente na maapektuhan ang turismo sa kanilang lugar dahil sa maling balita kaugnay sa oil spill. "Bumalik na kayo dito sa White Beach kasi wala naman oil spill," sabi ng residenteng si Bodic See more...
'Happy to have you': Jane De Leon pens birthday message for Janella SalvadorMANILA — Actress Jane De Leon penned a sweet birthday message to fellow "Darna" star Janella Salvador on Friday. In an Instagram post, De Leon shared some never-befoore-seen photos of their iconic moments together -- from their viral "Scooby Doo"-inspired Halloween costumes up to their recent snaps during the Blackpink concert. "Here’s to the crazy memories and unexpected See more...
SBMA chairman nagbitiw sa puwestoMAYNILA -- Nagbitiw sa puwesto si Rolen Paulino, ang chairman at administrator ng Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) sa harap ng mga empleyado sa lowering of flag noong Biyernes. Nagsumite si Paulino ng kaniyang courtesy resignation epektibo sa Abril 15, 2023 kay Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr., ilang araw matapos ang inilatag na State of the Freeport Address (SOFA) kung saan See more...
GCash eyes Middle East marketFinancial application GCash, operated by G-Xchange Inc., is targeting to expand its footprint to the Middle East, as it seeks to enter more markets with a large population of overseas Filipinos. Following the launch of the GCash beta mode in Canada and the United Kingdom, GCash president and chief executive officer Martha Sazon said the Middle East is in the See more...
Philippines celebrates Palm Sunday to mark start of Holy WeekMarcos reminds Christians on Holy Week: 'Become better agents of change, conveyors of truth' MANILA — Filipino Catholics flocked to churches across the country to celebrate Palm Sunday, the first day of the Holy Week. In Batangas, residents waved their palm fronds, known locally as "palaspas," to commemorate Jesus Christ's entry into Jerusalem. At the Apostol San Andres See more...
DOJ denies claims of suspect's lawyer in Degamo slayMANILA (UPDATED) — The Department of Justice (DOJ) has denied Sunday the claims of the counsel of Marvin Miranda, one of the individuals tagged in the killing of Negros Oriental Gov. Roel Degamo. The DOJ told ABS-CBN News that "all [the respondents] have denied engaging his services." "Upon verification, none of the respondents have agreed to meet with the purported See more...
DOH logs 305 new COVID-19 cases; active tally at 12-day high of 9,080The Philippines reported 305 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday and the highest active case total in 12 days, data released by the Department of Health (DOH) showed. The new cases brought the country's total caseload to 4,081,818, while the number of active cases increased to 9,080 from 9,021 on Saturday, indicating an uptrend for the fifth straight day. This is See more...
Barcode turns 50 but its days might be numberedPARIS - The patch of irregular vertical lines that revolutionized checking out at the supermarket and facilitated the globalization of retail is turning 50. But as the barcode celebrates its birthday on Monday, its days might be numbered as it faces competition from the younger QR code, the information-filled squares used in smartphones. The trademark beep as a product is See more...
Martin Nievera joins concert to raise awareness about autismMartin Nievera is set to take the stage as a featured guest at the upcoming Sing Out for Autism (SOFA) gala. The event aims to raise awareness for autism and its related challenges, and will be held at the M Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 2 (April 3 in Manila). A non-profit organization that See more...
'Don't swim alone': How to prevent drowning and other water safety tipsMANILA — The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Sunday reminded the public to be more cautious when swimming to avoid drowning incidents as the dry season is in full swing. In a statement, PRC Chairman and former Senator Richard Gordon especially cautioned children who are "at a higher risk" for drowning. "The best thing anyone can do to stay safe See more...
The easterlies affecting Visayas and Mindanao and localized thunderstorms will bring rain showers over parts of the country on Sunday, PAGASA said in its weather forecast. Palawan, Eastern Visayas, and Mindanao will have cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms due to the easterlies. Moderate to at times heavy rains may lead to flash floods or landslides. Metro Manila See more...
Jeep nahulog sa bangin sa Quezon; 3 patayPatay ang 3 tao habang 6 ang nasugatan matapos mahulog sa bangin ang sinaskayan nilang jeep sa Macalelon, Quezon province noong Sabado, ayon sa mga awtoridad. Ayon sa ulat ng Macalelon Police, kabilang sa mga nasawi sa aksidenteng nangyari sa Barangay San Nicolas ang pahinante ng jeep at 2 menor de edad na magpinsan. Isa sa mga nasawing menor de See more...
PH Red Cross issues road safety tips for Holy Week 2023MANILA -- The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Sunday released 10 road safety commitments as many Filipinos will travel this Holy Week. During Semana Santa (Holy Week), Filipinos participate in various religious practices normally in the provinces. For many, it is also an opportunity to travel and visit family or take a vacation. For a safe trip, here are the See more...
Senior citizen staying in PITX for almost 3 weeks now after getting robbedA 61-year-old man has been staying at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) for almost three weeks now after his mobile phone and bag containing P15,000 were stolen. Antonio Herilo, a resident of Batangas City, said that the robbery took place on March 14 at PITX, according to a report of Jhomer Apresto on Super Radyo dzBB. He fell asleep See more...
New eats: Pat and Pat redefines brunch experience in QCQUEZON CITY -- Pat & Pat redefines the brunch experience in northern Metro Manila with the opening of its restaurant in the Capitol Hills Clubhouse. Pat & Pat is named after the father-daughter tandem of Patrick and Patricia Gregorio. The Gregorio family has been living in the area for a long time seeing the massive growth during the past few See more...
Mga empleyado ng barangay isasali sa 'Pambansang Pabahay' programMAYNILA – Pasok na rin ang mga empleyado ng barangay sa mga benepisyaryo ng programang pabahay ng pamahalaan. Batay ito sa probisyon ng isang memoranudm of understanding (MOU) na nilagdaan kamakaialn nina Human Settlements and Urban Development Secretary Jose Rizalino Acuzar at Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos. Base sa kasunduan, magtatayo ng housing units para sa mga mahihirap na barangay worker See more...
More than P700K in aid given to Basilan ferry fire victims –GalvezOver P700,000 in relief and financial assistance has been provided by the government to the passengers of the fire-stricken Basilan ferry that was caught in a tragedy that left 28 people dead, Defense chief Carlito Galvez Jr. said Saturday. In his report to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Galvez said financial assistance worth P640,000, and more than P71,000 in food See more...
‘Zumba King’ Ron Antonio leads Zayaw Saya 2023In 2018, Ron Antonio, dubbed as the Zumba King of the Philippines, led a historic Zumba event in Pili, Camarines Sur. Almost 14,000 participants attended the event, which was organized under Antonio's brand Zayaw Pilipinas. The Guinness World Records recognized this event as the largest Zumba class on record. This year, Antonio is taking the lead again as See more...
BI confirms one of their officers allegedly extorted money from OFWThe Bureau of Immigration (BI) confirmed that one of their officers allegedly extorted money from an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) in exchange for an escort service to help him board a flight to France. Seafarer JC Manganti reported to Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco after he was offloaded or not permitted to board the plane by the BI at the Ninoy See more...
Marcos vows to fix maritime issues after UK reaffirmed recognition of Pinoy sailorsPresident Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Sunday said that the government would provide solutions to the problems hounding the maritime industry in order for the Philippines to continue to produce quality seafarers. Marcos made the remark after the European Commission, the EU’s executive arm, announced that it will continue to recognize the certificates issued for seafarers by the Philippines. “Gagawin See more...
LandBank unveils P5-billion credit program for tourismState-led Land Bank of the Philippines (LandBank) over the weekend announced a P5-billion credit program to provide financial assistance to local government units (LGUs) and tourism enterprises to boost tourist facilities and services. Under the Tourist Infrastructures and Services Mobilization (TOURISM) Lending Program, LGUs can borrow 100% of the total project cost requirement, provided it is not more than its See more...
Senior citizen, halos 3 linggo nang nananatili sa PITX matapos manakawanHalos tatlong linggo nang namamalagi ang isang 61-anyos na lalaki sa Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) matapos umanong manakaw ang kanyang cellphone at bag na naglalaman ng P15,000. Ayon kay Antonio Herilo na mula sa Batangas City, naganap ang nakawan noong March 14 ng madaling araw sa PITX, base sa report ni Jhomer Apresto ng Super Radyo dzBB. Ba-byahe na See more...
DFA welcomes EU's decision on Filipino seafarersThe Department of Foreign Affairs has welcomed the decision by the European Commission to extend recognition of certificates issued by the Philippines to seafarers in line with the International Convention on the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) for Seafarers. The DFA, in a statement, said the extension comes with conditions for the Philippines to meet and comply with See more...
MAYNILA — Kinilig ang aktres na si Kim Molina sa pagbisita ni Regine Velasquez sa production ng "Zsazsa Zaturnnah" musical nitong Sabado. Sa isang video sa Twitter, hindi napigilan ni Molina na maiyak sa curtain call nang masilayan ang singer. Nang matapos na ang show, agad naman siyang pumunta kay Velasquez para magpa-picture. "WAAAHHH ETO NA NGAAA!!! So bale See more...
Babae hinoldap, hinubaran, pinaso umano sa Davao del SurHinoldap, hinubaran at pinaso ng sigarilyo ng mga hindi pa nakikilalang salarin ang isang babae sa Magsaysay, Davao del Sur, sabi ngayong Linggo ng pulisya. Dumulog sa pulisya ang 25 anyos na biktima para isumbong ang nangyaring krimen sa kaniya malapit sa ilog sa Barangay Barayong noong Biyernes. Ayon sa imbestigasyon, naglalakad ang biktima para kumuha ng koleksiyon sa negosyong See more...
'Voice Kids': Sean Matthew from Batangas belts out 'Ikaw Ang Aking Pangarap'MANILA – Twelve-year-old Sean Matthew Drece from Batangas was able to secure a spot in Martin Nievera’s team on “The Voice Kids.” In its Saturday telecast, Drece impressed Nievera with his rendition of “Ikaw ang Aking Pangarap.” Nievera, however, clarified he did not turn for Drece just because he chose to perform a song which he himself had also recorded. See more...
Koi farm sa Pampanga nagsimula sa P2,000 puhunanSa edad na 27 taong gulang, nagmamay-ari na ng sarili niyang koi farm ang dating call center agent na si Donita Suba. Aabot sa 30 hektarya ang kaniyang koi farm sa San Luis, Pampanga. "Nanggaling po ako sa call center. Wala pong nangyayari sa buhay ko. Nagkakanda-utang utang po ako," kuwento niya kay Kabayan Noli de Castro. Pinagsasabay noon ni See more...
Ticket selling for Baekhyun, Somi's PH concert starts April 8Tickets for an upcoming local concert headlined by K-pop stars Baekhyun and Jeon Somi will go on sale starting April 8, the event's producer announced Sunday. Baekhyun, a member of the boy band EXO, and Somi are set to play at the Araneta Coliseum on June 11 for "Overpass: K-pop Music Concert," organized by Cornerstone Entertainment and OctoArts Entertainment. In See more...
Marcos: PH to 'do everything' to improve maritime sector after Europe agrees to keep certification for Filipino seafarersMANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sunday said his administration would continue to find solutions to further improve the Philippines’ maritime industry, after the European Commission deferred its decision to decertify maritime standards and seafarer trainings from the Southeast Asian country. “Labis kong ikinagagalak na nabigyan ng extension ng European Commission ang ating mga seafarers sa kanilang certification upang See more...
Ople sees higher demand for Filipino seafarers after Europe OKs certificationMANILA — The Philippines expects the demand for Filipino seafarers to rise after the European Commission decided to continue recognizing seafarer certificates issued from Southeast Asian countries, Migrant Workers Secretary Susan Ople said on Saturday. “Nakikita natin na bubulusok ang demand for our seafarers not only for the EU but throughout the world,” Ople told reporters in a virtual press See more...
Triumphant Jex de Castro joins 'ASAP' as singing champMANILA – Former “Tawag ng Tanghalan” finalist Jex de Castro graced the "ASAP Natin 'To" stage as one of the new champions of local talents on the world stage. He was joined by Jona, Klarisse de Guzman, Martin Nievera, and Jed Madela singing "Never Enough." De Castro recently emerged victorious at the Stars of the Albion Grand Prix 2023. The See more...
Search, rescue, retrieval ops continue for Basilan ferry fire victims —PCGSearch, rescue, and retrieval operations for the victims of the fatal Basilan ferry fire are still ongoing, the Philippine Coast Guard said Sunday. Interviewed on Super Radyo dzBB, Philippine Coast Guard-BARMM Commodore Rejard Marfe said that they continue to deploy floating assets and small boats in the area in the hopes of rescuing more survivors or finding more cadavers. “May See more...
LOOK: Summer MMFF Parade of Stars kicks off in Quezon CityMANILA – People gathered in the streets on Sunday to watch movie stars riding atop floats inspired by the movies competing in this year’s Summer Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). Despite the scorching heat of the sun, many still showed up to witness the Parade of Stars as it traversed through Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City. Among those who joined See more...
PCG, Japanese ship begin ‘bagging' ops to stop leaks from MT Princess EmpressThe Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and a Japanese ship began to implement “bagging” operations to stop the leaks from the sunken motor tanker Princess Empress in Oriental Mindoro. The PCG personnel, along with the crew of the Shin Nichi Maru, a Japanese dynamic positioning vessel (DPV), started the “bagging” method using the remotely operated vehicle (ROV) or underwater robot to See more...
'Voice Kids': Malolos' Noah Donggon impresses KZ with 'Tatsulok' coverMANILA – A 12-year-old boy from Malolos, Bulacan impressed KZ Tandingan with his version of “Tatsulok” when he auditioned on “The Voice Kids.” In its Saturday telecast, Noah Donggon put his own touch on the popular tune, which was originally recorded by another coach, Bamboo. While Donggon was unable to make Bamboo turn, he caught Tandingan’s attention with some of See more...
Bagging operation sa barkong sanhi ng Mindoro oil spill sinimulan naSinimulan ngayong Linggo ng Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) ang bagging operation sa MT Princess Empress, ang barkong nagdulot ng malawakang oil spill sa Oriental Mindoro. Ayon kay Incident Command System Commander Commodore Geronimo Tuvilla, ginagamit sa proseso ang remotely operating vehicle (ROV) galing Japan para malagyan ng mga bag ang mga butas sa barko na pinagmumulan ng langis. Ang mga See more...