Here are the latest news and events that happened today, Saturday, July 29, 2023.
Sukat ng waistline ni Jillian Ward, alaminMaraming netizens ang nakakapansin sa maliit na baywang ni Jillian Ward sa tuwing nagpo-post siya ng kaniyang #OOTDs sa social media. Napapaisip tuloy marahil ang iba kung ano kaya ang sukat ng kaniyang waistline? Sa episode ng "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda" nitong Biyernes, tinanong ng King of Talk sa segment na Fast Talk kung ano ang sukat ng waistline See more...
PCSO: Bulacan bettor wins P93-M Super Lotto 6/49 jackpotA bettor who obtained a ticket in Balagtas, Bulacan won the P93,693,905.40 jackpot prize of the Super Lotto 649, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO). The lone winner of the draw on July 27, Thursday hit the winning combination of 42-12-25-05-19-18. Meanwhile, no winner registered for the July 28 draw of the Mega Lotto 645 combination See more...
Atasha Muhlach graduates from college with honorsAtasha Muhlach just earned her college degree with honors! On Instagram, Atasha’s mom, Charlene Gonzalez, shared a video clip from her graduation ceremony in the United Kingdom. “Congratulations @atashamuhlach_ for graduating with business honors in Nottingham Trent University, Business school 2023,” Charlene wrote. Charlene also congratulated her daughter “for being chosen to give the message of thanks on behalf of See more...
Are schools ready for SY 2023-2024? Gatchalian wants Senate probeSenator Sherwin Gatchalian is seeking a Senate inquiry to determine if basic education institutions are ready to conduct classes for School Year 2023-2024. In filing the proposed Senate Resolution No. 689, Gatchalian is hoping the probe will shed light on how schools are preparing for classes with the lifting of the public health emergency due to COVID-19 and the threat See more...
Ilocos Sur folk sandbag river to prevent more floodingResidents of Barangay Fuerte in Caoayan town Ilocos Sur showed how the bayanihan spirit can be kept alive especially in times of disaster. Some gathered sand from the coastline, while another group shoveled them into the sacks. The rows of sandbags, spanning the length of two basketball courts, were used as border of the river to prevent further flooding, according See more...
Dalawa, patay, isa, sugatan sa salpukan ng motor at bus sa Atimonan, QuezonATIMONAN, Quezon - Dead on the spot ang isang motorcycle rider at ang isang angkas nito matapos nilang makasalpukan ang isang pampasaherong bus sa Maharlika Highway, Barangay Tagbakin, Atimonan, Quezon dakong ala-una ng madaling araw nitong Sabado. Kritikal naman ang kondisyon ng isa pang angkas na ngayon ay ginagamot sa Doña Martha Hospital sa Atimonan. Ayon sa report ng Atimonan See more...
2nd alarm up in Marikina River as monsoon rains drench Metro ManilaMANILA - Heavy monsoon rains raised the water level in the Marikina River on Saturday, prompting authorities to hoist the second alarm. The river's water level was at 16 meters as of 7:07 p.m, according to data from the Marikina Public Information Office. Forced evacuation of residents in low-lying areas along the river will be implemented if the water See more...
Storm signals 'unlikely' due to Falcon —PAGASAThe state weather bureau PAGASA said on Saturday that Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals are unlikely due to Tropical Storm Falcon as the weather disturbance is not expected to make landfall. At the Saturday News Forum in Quezon City, PAGASA deputy administrator Nathaniel Servando said Falcon, unlike Egay, which was a super typhoon, will only reach typhoon level in terms of See more...
Marcos declares Aug. 8-14 as Philippine Space WeekMANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has declared August 8 to 14 as the Philippine Space Week to promote awareness on the outer space among Filipinos, Malacañang said on Saturday. The Presidential Communications Office said Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin signed Proclamation No. 302 on behalf of Marcos, Jr. on July 25, 2023 but this was only made public today. See more...
HRW to EU Commission: Tell Marcos to walk the talk on human rightsMANILA — The head of the European Commission should tell President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr to "walk the talk" on human rights during her visit here in the Philippines next week, a rights organization said on Saturday. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will visit the country from July 30 to Aug. 1, the first time in 60 years See more...
North Atlantic ocean temperature sets record high — US agencyWASHINGTON - On the heels of a new record high in the Mediterranean, the North Atlantic reached its hottest-ever level this week, several weeks earlier than its usual annual peak, according to preliminary data released Friday by the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The news comes after scientists confirmed that July is on track to be the warmest month See more...
Kim Jae-joong worried about Pinoys affected by Typhoon EgayAfter waiting for half a decade, South Korean singer Kim Jae-joong is elated to finally reunite with his Filipino fans. “I really wanted to come to the Philippines a long time ago but had problems in the company. Thank you very much for waiting for me, I was sad I wasn’t able to come sooner as I wanted,” Kim See more...
P2.8 billion in Egay property damage reported in Region 1During Saturday's post-typhoon situation briefing in Ilocos Norte with President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr., total Region 1 infrastructure damage due to Typhoon Egay was estimated at P2.8 billion. About P2,845,660,900 in infrastructure damage was reported in Ilocos Norte, with about P1.7 billion worth of total damage noted across all municipalities in the province. Damage to DPWH infrastructures alone was worth See more...
12 finalists named in Philpop Himig HandogThe future of the Philippine songwriting industry gathered in a single room on Saturday, July 22, to celebrate the culmination of the inaugural fellowship created by two of the most prestigious platforms for music composers— Philpop and Himig Handog. “Historic ngayon. Matagal na namin pinapaginipan ni Jonathan Manalo yung magsanib,” Philpop board member and award-winning icon Maestro Ryan Cayabyab See more...
Mag-ina, tinangay ng malakas na agos ng tubig sa sapa sa Pilar, AbraPatay na nang makita ang isang 13-anyos na babae habang patuloy na hinahanap ang kaniyang ina matapos silang tangayin ng agos sa isang sapa sa Pilar, Abra. Sa ulat ni CJ Torrida sa GMA Regional TV One North Central Luzon nitong Biyernes, sinabing tumatawid ng sapa ang dalagita at ang kaniyang 51-anyos na ina nang bigla silang tangayin ng malakas See more...
Falcon, Habagat to bring monsoon rains over western Luzon, VisayasTropical Storm Falcon, which entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility early Saturday morning, together with Tropical Storm Egay (currently over mainland China) will enhance the southwest monsoon or habagat to bring occasional to monsoon rains over the western portions of Luzon and the Visayas in the next three days, PAGASA reported. The center of Tropical Storm Falcon was estimated 1,360 See more...
Egay causes P1.4 billion in damage in Cagayan provinceSuper Typhoon Egay caused an estimated P1.4 billion worth of damage in Cagayan province, Governor Manuel Mamba said on Saturday. As of July 28, Egay had caused P862,300,000 in damage to Cagayan's infrastructure, P1,050,380 in damage to livestock, and P593,443,500.93 in damage to agriculture. Meanwhile, 15,322 individuals, or 4,865 families, were staying in 237 evacuation centers. Based on Office of See more...
DOE: 3 Luzon power plants have yet to return to normal operationsThe Department of Energy (DOE) said on Saturday that only three out of the nine power generation plants in Luzon that were shut down by Typhoon Egay have yet to resume normal operations. These are the NLREC Caparispisan Wind Farm in Ilocos Norte and the Irisan Unit 1 and Ampohaw Unit 1 in Benguet. In a virtual press briefing, DOE See more...
In ‘TMNT,’ Ayo Edebiri looks back on April’s emotional journey and her 'whirlwind year'At 27, Ayo Edebiri is enjoying a career-high that many actresses of her age can only dream of. She was just announced as one of this year’s Emmy nominees, and she also won a Film Independent Spirit award earlier this year. Edebiri started in Hollywood as a standup comedian, and then a writer for shows like “Dickinson” and See more...
Marikina raises second alarm as river level risesWater level at the Marikina River reached 16 meters, prompting local officials to raise the second alarm on Saturday. The Marikina City local government issued the advisory at 7:07 p.m. The second alarm means residents must evacuate. If the water reaches 18 meters, a third alarm will be raised, and the LGU will implement a forced evacuation. According to the See more...
Survivor recalls cries for help of passengers trapped in capsized boatA survivor of MB Princess Aya which capsized off the waters of Binangonan, Rizal said cries for help of the other passengers continue to haunt him, according to Jonathan Andal's report on "24 Oras." “Saklolo! Tulungan niyo kami. ‘Yung sigaw nila sa loob na na-trap. Para bang maawa kami. Gustuhin ko man, putol naman ang paa ko, ano ang maitutulong See more...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. said on Saturday that there was a need to start importing rice due to the El Nino and the agricultural damage from Super Typhoon Egay. “I’m thinking about the national supply for rice, because, ini-import lahat gn Indonesia, nagsara ang Vietnam, India, nagsara, pero I think I can make a deal with India, baka meron See more...
Senate to find 'right venues' on West PH Sea in caucus: VillanuevaMANILA — The Senate will find the "right venues" to ensure that the country's sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea are protected, Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva said on Saturday. Villanueva said the Senate would have a caucus on Monday to "iron out the issues and find the right venues and exhaust all avenues to ensure that our See more...
Damage due to Egay, habagat breaches P2-B: OCDMANILA — The damage due to the combined effects of typhoon Egay and the southwest monsoon has breached the P2-billion mark, the Office of the Civil Defense (OCD) said on Saturday. As of July 29 morning, the damage to infrastructure is pegged at P1.19 billion, while damage to agriculture so far is at P832 million, OCD spokesperson Edgar Posadas said See more...
Vic Sotto, Pauleen Luna expecting second childMANILA – Vic Sotto is becoming a father once again at the age of 69 as he and Pauleen Luna announced about having their second child. Luna took to Instagram to share the good news that their daughter, Tali, will soon become a big sister. Tali could be seen happily holding a balloon that bears “Big Sister,” indicating that their See more...
Egay death toll rises to 14 —NDRRMCThe death toll from Typhoon Egay rose to 14 on Saturday, nearly two days since it left the Philippine Area of Responsibility, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). The latest data from the NDRRMC also showed that the number of affected people has also risen to over half-a-billion. At a news forum in Quezon City, See more...
Marcos vows sufficient rice, steady relief efforts in Egay-hit areasMANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. on Saturday promised that government would assist affected residents of typhoon Egay, saying they would follow through with recovery and rehabilitation efforts. Abra and the Mountain Province have so far been placed under state of calamity after the onslaught of Egay, which pounded many parts of Northern Luzon. Data from the state disaster See more...
PCG eyes charges vs captain, crew of capsized Laguna Lake ferryThe Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is eyeing to wrap up its investigation and file charges against individuals involved in the capsizing of a passenger ferry in Binangonan, Rizal next week. “Nagsisimula po iyong investigation na ginagawa ng Philippine Coast Guard kasama po ng Philippine National Police doon sa naturang insidente. Ang pinaka-goal po ay makapag-file na po ng kaso against See more...
PH logs 176 new casesThe Philippines logged 176 fresh COVID-19 infections, according to the latest data from the Department of Health released on Saturday. This pushed the total nationwide caseload to 4,172,753. The number of active cases is currently 4,539, with a total of 4,101,631 recoveries and 66,582 deaths to date. The National Capital Region logged the most number of new COVID-19 cases in See more...
PHIVOLCS says Mayon Volcano slow lava effusion has been weakeningThe slow lava effusion from the summit crater of Mayon Volcano in Albay has been weakening in the past 24 hours, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) said on Saturday. The said lava effusion has fed the lava flows on the Mi-isi gully (south) which ran to 2.8 kilometers, Bonga gully (southeastern) which reached 600 meters from the See more...
Falcon decelerates over Philippine Sea; Habagat to bring rains —PAGASATropical Storm Falcon (international name: Khanun) on Saturday morning decelerated while it moved westward over the Philippine Sea as the Southwest Monsoon brings rains over parts of Luzon and Visayas, PAGASA said in its bulletin. At 10 a.m., the eye of Falcon was located at 1,315 km east of Central Luzon. Falcon has maximum sustained winds of 65 kmh near See more...
Ken Chan, Julie Anne San Jose join fun on ‘Showtime’MANILA – The collaboration between ABS-CBN and GTV Channel has continued to bridge talents between the two networks through noontime show “It’s Showtime!”. On Saturday, madlang people were greeted by two Kapuso stars as actor Ken Chan and singer Julie Anne San Jose joined separate segments of the ABS-CBN noontime program. Chan, who was seen several times partying with “Showtime” See more...
Marcos gives cash aid to Kalinga, Cagayan areas ravaged by EgayMANILA – Local governments of Kalinga Province, Cagayan Province and other areas badly hit by super typhoon Egay received financial aid from the Office of the President on Saturday. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. distributed symbolic cheques to Kalinga Governor James Edduba, Cagayan Governor Manuel Mamba and six other local officials from the towns of Aparri, Sanchez Mira, Sta. Ana, See more...
Ex-MILF combatants raise issues on cases, safe conduct pass to amnesty commissionMAGUINDANAO DEL NORTE — The National Amnesty Commission on Wednesday made a historic visit to Camp Darapanan of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) in Sultan Kudarat, days after President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr announced he would grant amnesty to rebel returnees. National Amnesty Commission Chairperson Leah Tanodra-Armamento, Commissioner Jamar Kulayan, and director Homero Rusiana met for the first time with See more...
WATCH: Maine, Arjo glow as couple in new video after weddingMANILA – Maine Mendoza and Arjo Atayde have released what appears to be their prenup video, a day after getting married in Baguio City. In an elaborate clip, the newly-wed couple shared a lengthy video of their trip US west coast. At the start of the video, Atayde and Mendoza can be seen driving to Las Vegas, Nevada. See more...
Is ChatGPT getting dumber?Large language models (LLMs) like OpenAI's ChatGPT have helped millions be more efficient with computers. Be it high school kids using it to draft academic essays or programmers using these generative models for coding and making new software, many are team Artificial Intelligence (AI). But it's not all positive — others are also accusing AI of stealing their creative ideas See more...
DFA not in talks with China about joint patrols, says ManaloThe Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has yet to be involved in any discussion as regards joint patrols, Secretary Enrique Manalo said on Friday. Manalo made the remark when asked about Armed Forces of the Philippines chief of staff General Romeo Brawner's disclosure on China's supposed offer. Asked if he had similar discussions with his Chinese counterpart, Manalo said, "I See more...
LOOK: Aiko Melendez graduates from collegeMANILA – Actress and politician Aiko Melendez ticked off one of her lifetime dreams – to get a bachelor’s degree. Melendez proudly took to Instagram to share her graduation photos at Philippine Women’s University. The veteran actress is cherishing the chance to still finish her undergraduate degree despite wearing many hats as a mother, showbiz personality, and a See more...
Catriona Gray, Sam Milby share stage in Hawaii concertFor the first time, engaged couple Sam Milby and Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray shared the stage at a concert in Honolulu. Titled “The Heartthrob and the Queen,” they performed with fellow Cornerstone artists Iñigo Pascual and Zephanie. “We were able to spend a lot of time together,” said Pascual. “It’s a treat, seeing how sweet and how See more...
Tropical Storm Khanun enters PAR, now named FalconTropical Storm Khanun entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) early Saturday morning, PAGASA has reported. The storm has been named Falcon. As of 10 p.m., the tropical storm was reportedly packing maximum sustained winds of 65 kilometers per hour near the center, gustiness of up to 80 kmh, and central pressure of 998 hPa. The storm is moving north See more...
Philippines open to gas exploration talks with other countries, says ManaloThe Philippines is open to having talks with other countries regarding joint oil and gas exploration, Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo said on Friday. Manalo made the remark days after President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. in his State of the Nation Address last Monday said he would push for more gas exploration in other parts of the country. "And we're See more...
Binangonan boat tragedy probe sought in SenateA Senate investigation is being planned into the tragic capsizing of a passenger ferry in Laguna Lake near Binangonan, Rizal, which killed at least 27 people. In a radio interview on Saturday, Senator Grace Poe said she will conduct a probe into the deadly incident “kapag meron pong nagfile na resolution sa Senado, kung si Senator Tulfo o kung sino See more...
Tropical Storm Falcon has gained strength as it moves northward over the Philippine Sea, the state weather bureau PAGASA said in its 5 p.m. bulletin on Saturday. Last seen 1,205 kilometers east of Central Luzon, Falcon has maximum sustained winds of 75 kilometers per hour near the center and gustiness of up to 90 kmh. It was moving northward See more...
'Dirty Linen' stars to hold special show for fans in HoustonFans of the hit Filipino series "Dirty Linen" are up for a treat as its stars are set to hold a special show in Texas in August. Fans can get up-close and personal with the cast as Zanjoe Marudo and Janine Gutierrez star in a live performance on stage at the Arena Theater on Aug. 27. The duo will be See more...
San Simon, Pampanga isinailalim sa state of calamityIsinailalim na sa state of calamity ang bayan ng San Simon, Pampanga dahil sa baha na dulot ng walang tigil na ulan at ang pag-apaw ng Pampanga River. Ayon sa mga awtoridad, lahat ng 14 na barangay ng bayan ay lubog sa baha. Ayon kay Mayor Jun Punzalan, hindi na kinaya ng mga inilagay na sandbags para mapigil See more...
Are Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion reuniting for a show?Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion have something up their sleeves! The celebrity ex-couple took to their respective Instagram pages to share a teaser photo showing their silhouettes, as well as the text, “10. 27. 2023 SM MOA Arena” written on the bottom. They even posted at the same time on Friday evening. In the comments section, Sharon-Gabby fans could not hide their See more...
Business Mentor: Tips for family businesses spanning different generationsBreaking barriers in multi-generational family businesses is essential for long-term success and sustainability. Here are some key strategies to foster effective communication, collaboration, and growth across generations: 1. Foster open communication Encourage transparent and frequent communication among family members, irrespective of their position or generation within the business. Establish platforms or regular meetings where everyone can express their thoughts, concerns, See more...
Phivolcs keeps Mayon under alert level 3 as rumblings seen ‘to take a few more weeks’MANILA — The Mayon volcano will remain under alert level 3 as its eruptions are expected “to take a few more weeks,” an official from the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said on Saturday. Alert level 3 indicates that “magma is near or at the surface, and activity could lead to hazardous eruption in weeks,” according to Phivolcs' volcano See more...
Tropical Storm Falcon to strengthen habagat over Luzon, VisayasTropical Storm Falcon is expected to enhance monsoon rains over the western portions of Luzon and Visayas over the next three days, state weather bureau PAGASA said Saturday. This, as parts of Luzon and Visayas are still reeling from the effects of tropical storm Egay, which left billions of pesos in damage to crops and other infrastructure in the See more...
Angat Dam's water level rises to over 191 meters; not enough to prepare for El NiñoMANILA — Angat Dam's water level has risen to more than 191 meters due to the continuous rains brought by typhoon Egay and the southwest monsoon or the habagat. Engr. Patrick Dizon, a division manager at the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) said the water levels at Ipo and La Mesa dams have also risen to 101.05 and See more...
Marcos sets August 8 to 14 every year as Philippine Space WeekIn a bid to promote space awareness among Filipinos, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared August 8 to 14 every year as Philippine Space Week. This was covered by Proclamation No. 302 which was issued on July 25 and signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, according to a press release of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) dated Saturday. The declaration See more...
Marcos says rice prices may rise amid typhoon damage on crops, El NiñoMANILA – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday met with local officials in Tuguegarao following the devastation of super typhoon Egay in Cagayan and other parts of the country. Cagayan Governor Manuel Mamba said that as of July 28, the province has recorded 20 injuries from the typhoon. No fatalities have been logged so far. The typhoon destroyed at least See more...
PH Coast Guard to heighten port inspections after Binangonan boat tragedyMANILA — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Saturday said inspections and protocol in ports would be heightened following the capsizing of a ferry in Binangonan that killed 27 people. Earlier this week, motor banca Princess Aya capsized in Laguna de Bay off the coast of Binangonan as the possibly overloaded ferry transported passengers at the height of stormy weather See more...
US, European stocks push higher as inflation easesNEW YORK -- Wall Street rebounded Friday and eurozone stocks edged higher on data showing easing inflation, while the yen yo-yoed after Japan's central bank tweaked its ultra-loose monetary policy. The Dow added 0.5 percent, while the broader S&P 500 climbed 1.0 percent and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index jumped 1.9 percent. This came after data showed that the Federal See more...
Taunang Barrio Fiesta sa Austria, dinayoVIENNA - Mistulang isang malaking pamilya na masayang nagsama-sama ang mga Pinoy at Austrians sa taunang Barrio Fiesta sa Vienna, Austria kamakailan. May mga kababayan ding dumayo mula pa sa Germany, Hungary at Switzerland. Ang Barrio Fiesta sa Vienna ang pinakamalaking outdoor event ng mga Pilipino sa Austria. “Let us take this time, opportunity to enjoy and cherish the moments See more...
2 miyembro umano ng NPA, patay sa bakbakan sa IloiloPatay ang dalawang hinihinalang miyembro ng New People's Army (NPA) matapos makasagupa ang mga miyembro ng 61st Infantry Battalion, Philippine Army, sa Brgy. Ayabang, Leon, Iloilo, nitong Sabado ng umaga. Sa pahayag ng 3rd Infantry Division Philippine Army, apat na miyembro ng Sibat Platoon, Southern Front, Komiteng Rehiyon-Panay ng NPA ang nakasagupa ng militar. Nagtagal ng limang minuto ang See more...
Marcos distributes aid to residents affected by Egay in AbraPresident Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Saturday led the distribution of aid for residents affected by Typhoon Egay in Abra. "Kaya kami nandito para tiyakin na maayos ang takbo at magbigay ng instruction para maging maliwanag kung ano ang dapat nating gawin," said Marcos. (We are here to ensure that everything is going smoothly and give instructions.) "Susunod diyan ang See more...
Search and retrieval continues in Rizal motorbanca tragedyAuthorities are continuing their search and retrieval operations for victims of the ill-fated MB Aya Express in Talim Island in Rizal. Retrieval teams continue to scour the area for victims. The death toll remained at 27 on Saturday, with 43 survivors. Governor Nina Ynares also visited Talim Island to condole with the families of those who perished in the See more...
Forensic expert: Slain activist may have been shot even after he diedAn independent autopsy conducted on the body of slain poet-activist Ericson Acosta, who was supposedly killed in an encounter with military troops last year, showed that he was shot at least six times. That’s according to forensic pathologist Dr. Raquel Fortun, who presented her findings to the media on Saturday. Fortun said she found multiple gunshot wounds in Acosta’s chest, See more...
OVP receives P10M from PCSO for medical assistance programThe Office of the Vice President (OVP) has received P10 million from the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) to support its medical aid program. Vice President Sara Duterte attended on Thursday the signing of a memorandum of agreement between the OVP and the PCSO about the supplemental funding. ''The grant will be used by the OVP for the sole purpose See more...
Jillian Ward, sinagot ang tanong kung sino ang kaniyang showbiz crushSa episode ng "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda" nitong Biyernes, kasamang itinanong ng King of Talk sa Kapuso Teen Queen na si Jillian Ward kung sino ang kaniyang showbiz crush. "Ah, Coco Martin," masayang sagot ni Jillian sa tanong ni Tito Boy sa segment na "Fast Talk." Kung magkakaroon siya ng concert, sinabi ni Jillian na ang idol niyang si See more...
Diesel seen to go up by over P3/liter, gasoline by nearly P2/literMotorists should brace for another round of big-time hikes in the pump prices of petroleum products in the coming week. In its fuel price forecast for August 1 to 7, 2023, Unioil Petroleum Philippines said the price per liter of diesel may go up by P3.20 to P3.40. Gasoline prices, likewise, may increase by P1.70 to P1.90 per liter. An See more...