Strengthening Palawan’s agri value chain: LANDBANK expands financing support for farmers, agri stakeholders

Strengthening Palawan’s agri value chain: LANDBANK expands financing support for farmers, agri stakeholders

LANDBANK continues to strengthen its support for farmers and other players in the agricultural value chain with the regional rollout of the AGRISENSO Plus Lending Program in this province, bringing low-interest financing and capacity-building support closer to more agricultural communities nationwide.  Over 1,400 farmers from the municipalities of Aborlan, Bataraza, Brooke’s Point, Narra, Quezon, Rizal, and Sofronio Española gathered for the event, reflecting the strong interest of Palawan’s agri communities for accessible and affordable credit assistance.  LANDBANK President and CEO Lynette V. Ortiz, along with Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Director Mynard Bryan R. Mojica and Agricultural Credit Policy Council […]... Keep on reading: Strengthening Palawan’s agri value chain: LANDBANK expands financing support for farmers, agri stakeholders

Heavy rains forced children to stay overnight in Zamboanga school

Heavy rains forced children to stay overnight in Zamboanga school

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – Schoolchildren in far-flung Pisompongan village spent the night in their classrooms as heavy rains that started at 3 p.m. Tuesday swelled the river they were supposed to cross, making it dangerous for them to go home. The village is about 20 km from Midsalip town, the center of Zamboanga del Sur. Gideon Goc-ong, principal of the Pisompongan Integrated School (PIS), said that teachers decided to keep about a hundred of their pupils from kindergarten to Grade 10 safe inside their school buildings as it was too dangerous for them to cross the river. Months […]... Keep on reading: Heavy rains forced children to stay overnight in Zamboanga school

Rising river traps 100 pupils overnight in Zamboanga del Sur school

Rising river traps 100 pupils overnight in Zamboanga del Sur school

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur—Schoolchildren in far-flung Pisompongan village spent the night in their classrooms as heavy rain that started at 3 p.m. Tuesday swelled the river they needed to cross to get home. The village is about 20 km from Midsalip town, the center of Zamboanga del Sur. Gideon Goc-ong, principal of the Pisompongan Integrated School (PIS), said that teachers decided to keep about 100 of their pupils from kindergarten to Grade 10 safe inside their school buildings, as it was too dangerous for them to cross the river. Months ago, the viral video of the school children crossing […]... Keep on reading: Rising river traps 100 pupils overnight in Zamboanga del Sur school

Alec and Stephen Baldwin escape injury after their vehicle hits a tree in New York

Alec and Stephen Baldwin escape injury after their vehicle hits a tree in New York

EAST HAMPTON, N.Y. – Alec Baldwin and his younger brother Stephen escaped injury when their vehicle struck a tree in New York. In a video posted to Instagram late Monday, Alec Baldwin said he was driving his wife's Range Rover in East Hampton on Monday when he was cut off by a garbage truck "the size of a whale." The 67-year-old actor and his 59-year-old brother and fellow actor were in the vehicle on their way back from attending the Hamptons International Film Festival, where Alec Baldwin serves as co-chair of the Executive Committee. Alec Baldwin said that neither he nor his brother were injured, but the vehicle they were in had extensive damage. The elder Baldwin also thanked East Hampton police for their response to and handling of the crash. No other injuries were reported in the accident.

Chills and thrills on ice: SM Skating Megamall hosts the 2025 Halloween Cup

Chills and thrills on ice: SM Skating Megamall hosts the 2025 Halloween Cup

Skating meets spooky this weekend as SM Skating Megamall transforms into a thrilling Halloween wonderland for the 2025 SM Halloween Cup, happening on October 11–12, from 12 PM to 7 PM at the 5th Level, Mega Fashion Hall. The annual Halloween Cup gathers figure skaters of all ages and levels—from beginners to seasoned athletes—for two days of friendly competition and festive fun. Participants take to the ice in imaginative, Halloween-inspired costumes, combining artistry, athleticism, and a touch of fright to deliver performances that delight both judges and the crowd. Visitors can look forward to chilling spins, dazzling routines, and creative […]... Keep on reading: Chills and thrills on ice: SM Skating Megamall hosts the 2025 Halloween Cup

Pagasa: New cyclone may enter PAR on Thursday

Pagasa: New cyclone may enter PAR on Thursday

MANILA, Philippines — The state meteorologist said that on Thursday, another tropical cyclone might enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR). According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), as of today, at 3:00 a.m., this weather system is still a low pressure area, and was monitored 1,765 kilometers east of northeastern Mindanao. READ: Rain showers in many parts of Luzon due to LPA – Pagasa “For now, its chance of becoming a tropical cyclone is getting higher within 24 to 48 hours and may possibly enter PAR by tomorrow (Thursday),” said Pagasa weather specialist Chenel Dominguez […]... Keep on reading: Pagasa: New cyclone may enter PAR on Thursday

JRT Foundation Inc.: Preserving dreams, building communities

JRT Foundation Inc.: Preserving dreams, building communities

Coolaire Consolidated Inc., the country’s leading refrigerated truck supplier, has officially launched its charitable arm, the JRT Foundation Inc., on October 14, 2025, at the Left Wing, Celebrity Sports Plaza. The event marked a significant milestone for the Coolaire family as it formalized its long-standing commitment to community building, quality education, and environmental sustainability through a foundation that embodies the legacy of the late Jerry R. Tugade, Coolaire’s visionary president. Named after Mr. Tugade’s initials, the JRT Foundation Inc. was formally established in 2024 to serve as Coolaire’s platform for social responsibility and common shared value-advancing programs aligned with the […]... Keep on reading: JRT Foundation Inc.: Preserving dreams, building communities

Celebrated soul musician D'Angelo dead at 51—US media

Celebrated soul musician D'Angelo dead at 51—US media

Celebrated soul musician D’Angelo has died at the age of 51 after battling pancreatic cancer, several United States media outlets reported Tuesday, Oct. 14. The R&B icon and neo-soul pioneer melded genres and opened doors as he stretched the boundaries of Black pop traditions while producing sensuous hits including “Brown Sugar” and the “Untitled (How Does It Feel).” The risque, shirtless music video for the latter track catapulted the artist to superstardom, though he struggled with the weight of his newfound pop culture fame. “The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life… After […]... Keep on reading: Celebrated soul musician D'Angelo dead at 51—US media

Sotto willing to open his SALN to public

Sotto willing to open his SALN to public

MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Tito Sotto III on Wednesday said he is ready "anytime" to share his Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN) to the public. He said he would ask his fellow senators if they too would like to open their SALNs to the public. The Office of the Ombudsman on Tuesday announced the reopening of public access to the SALN of public officials to promote transparency. Sotto said he would conduct a caucus to discuss the matter with his colleagues. "I will seek their permission. [Insofar as I'm concerned] anytime [I'm] ready," Sotto said in a text message. "When I was SP (Senate President) before, we allowed the access to the SALNs of the senators subject to their individual approval and so this is not new to us," he said. "The only variation is we redact the addresses of their properties," the Senate chief added. Senate Secretary Renato Bantug Jr. said the senators do not submit their SALNs to the Ombudsman. "The OSEC (Office of Senate Secretary) is the repository of the SALN of senators," Bantug said. Any request for senators' SALNs should be submitted to OSEC, he added.

Trust ratings of Marcos, Duterte drop in survey after anti-corruption rallies

Trust ratings of Marcos, Duterte drop in survey after anti-corruption rallies

MANILA, Philippines — Trust ratings of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte both saw a decline, the survey from the Social Weather Stations showed. Commissioned and published by think tank Stratbase on Tuesday night, the SWS survey of 1,200 adult respondents was conducted from September 24 to 30. The survey came days after the massive and simultaneous September 21 anti-corruption protests nationwide, triggered by the multi-billion peso corruption scandal involving flood control projects. READ: Most Filipinos mad, fearful due to PH corruption woes — Octa Marcos posted a trust rating of 43 percent, while 36 percent of […]... Keep on reading: Trust ratings of Marcos, Duterte drop in survey after anti-corruption rallies

Marcos, Duterte trust ratings dip after anti-corruption rallies—SWS

Marcos, Duterte trust ratings dip after anti-corruption rallies—SWS

MANILA, Philippines—The trust ratings of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte both declined, according to a survey from the Social Weather Stations. Commissioned and published by think tank Stratbase on Tuesday night, the SWS survey of 1,200 adult respondents was conducted from September 24 to 30. The survey came days after the massive and simultaneous September 21 anti-corruption protests nationwide, which were triggered by a multi-billion-peso corruption scandal involving flood control projects. READ: Most Filipinos mad, fearful due to PH corruption woes — Octa Marcos posted a trust rating of 43 percent, while 36 percent of respondents […]... Keep on reading: Marcos, Duterte trust ratings dip after anti-corruption rallies—SWS

Panatag Shoal: Underwater structures, barriers seen, says PH Navy

Panatag Shoal: Underwater structures, barriers seen, says PH Navy

MANILA, Philippines — The West Philippine Sea spokesperson of the Philippine Navy, said on Tuesday that barriers were spotted near Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal while the Philippine Navy were looking into reports about underwater structures in the area. Members of the Northern Luzon Naval Command “noticed the barriers in front of Scarborough Shoal” during a recent maritime inspection, said Rear Adm. Roy Vincent Trinidad, WPS spokesperson, at a press briefing in Camp Aguinaldo. READ: PH to protest over China’s `deliberate ramming’ of gov’t vessel ‘Remnants’ of old structures? They were also verifying certain reports of structures underwater, although he did not […]... Keep on reading: Panatag Shoal: Underwater structures, barriers seen, says PH Navy