Propaguapa, a Cebuano artist’s take on creativity and courage

Propaguapa, a Cebuano artist’s take on creativity and courage

There’s a quiet kind of courage in creating something, especially art, and putting it out into the world. The doubt is always there, wondering if people will like it, if they’ll understand what you meant, but for artist N.M. Cabangbang, the answer has always been simple, you do it anyway. That philosophy anchors Propaguapa, his latest exhibit now on display at The Tea and Gallery inside Mango Mall until October 28. The collection explores the beauty hidden in the things we often overlook: propaganda, pop culture, and the constant stream of messages that shape how we see the world. Propaguapa […]... Keep on reading: Propaguapa, a Cebuano artist’s take on creativity and courage

Davao quakes: Mindanao’s tallest building tagged as `unsafe’

Davao quakes: Mindanao’s tallest building tagged as `unsafe’

DAVAO CITY–The Office of the City Building Officials (OCBO) here has tagged the Vivaldi Residences, dubbed as Mindanao’s tallest building, among structures that incurred damage from the doublet quake that rocked Davao Oriental and most of Visayas and Mindanao on Friday. The 36-story building, however, was only given a yellow tag by OCBO, which meant […]... Keep on reading: Davao quakes: Mindanao’s tallest building tagged as `unsafe’

7.4-m quake disrupts blessing 
of help center in New Corella

7.4-m quake disrupts blessing of help center in New Corella

The powerful Magnitude 7.4 earthquake from Manay, Davao Oriental, interrupted the blessing of the Congressional Help Center and Tingog Center in New Corella, Davao del Norte. First District Representative Oyo Uy immediately assessed the situation, finding the Municipal Health Center overwhelmed with students suffering from minor injuries and panic/trauma, prompting him to send emergency food packs.

Marcos to Cagayan farmers: We’ll put safeguard duties on rice imports

Marcos to Cagayan farmers: We’ll put safeguard duties on rice imports

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday vowed to impose safeguard duties on rice importation to protect the livelihood of local farmers. Marcos said this in a sit-down dialogue after leading the inauguration of the P500-million Union Water Impounding Dam in Claveria, Cagayan. READ: Marcos orders 60-day suspension of rice imports starting Sept. 1 “We know that the lives of our farmers are not easy, and we are giving all the support that we can provide to them,” he said. “We will impose safeguard duties on importation so that imports won’t ruin local prices, because the price of rice here […]... Keep on reading: Marcos to Cagayan farmers: We’ll put safeguard duties on rice imports

Probe underway after grenade blast in Bacolod City

Probe underway after grenade blast in Bacolod City

BACOLOD CITY—The Police Regional Office Negros Island Region (PRONIR) assured the public that a full and thorough investigation is underway following the grenade explosion that occurred at around 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, at Bangga Salgado, Purok Villa, Barangay Tangub, Bacolod City. Initial reports from the Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) indicated that two unidentified suspects riding in tandem threw hand grenades toward a garage, resulting in damage to parked vehicles. Two unexploded grenades were also recovered at the scene and safely secured by the Bacolod City Explosives and Canine Unit (CECU) for proper disposal. Police Brig. Gen Arnold Thomas Ibay, […]... Keep on reading: Probe underway after grenade blast in Bacolod City

Philippines wins six major world travel awards

Philippines wins six major world travel awards

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines achieved another milestone in global tourism after bagging six major recognitions at the 2025 World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia and Oceania Gala Ceremony. The country earned its eighth title as Asia’s Leading Beach Destination, seventh consecutive win as Asia’s Leading Dive Destination, and a back-to-back victory as Asia’s Leading Island Destination. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco commended the awards as a testament to the nation’s resilience and the dedication of tourism workers across the islands. “These awards reaffirm the country’s place among the world’s premier destinations,” Frasco said. The Department of Tourism was also hailed as Asia’s Leading Tourist Board, while Boracay and Clark Freeport Zone received top honors for luxury island and conference tourism destination, solidifying the Philippines’ reputation as a world-class travel destination.

Metro Manila, 8 provinces to experience thunderstorms

Metro Manila, 8 provinces to experience thunderstorms

MANILA, Philippines – Metro Manila and eight other provinces are forecast to experience thunderstorms, according to the latest advisory from the state weather bureau. Issued at 10:35 a.m., the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said moderate to heavy rain showers accompanied by strong winds and lightning are expected over Metro Manila, Rizal, Bataan, Pampanga, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Zambales, and Nueva Ecija within the next two hours. In particular, the towns of San Marcelino, San Felipe, San Narciso, San Antonio, Subic, Castillejos, and Olongapo in Zambales are affected, while the areas of General Tinio, Gabaldon, Bongabon, Laur, Carranglan, […]... Keep on reading: Metro Manila, 8 provinces to experience thunderstorms

More aftershocks strike off the coast of Manay, Davao Oriental

More aftershocks strike off the coast of Manay, Davao Oriental

MANILA, Philippines — More aftershocks from the Davao Oriental earthquake struck off the coast of Manay town on Tuesday morning, according to the latest data from the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). A magnitude 5.6 aftershock occurred 59 kilometers (km) northeast of Manay at 10 a.m. with a depth of focus of 8 km. The quake was initially measured at magnitude 5.8. The agency reported that the tremor was felt at Intensity III in Tarragona, Davao Oriental, and at Intensity II in the City of Bislig, Surigao del Sur. Instrumental intensities were recorded at Intensity I in Davao […]... Keep on reading: More aftershocks strike off the coast of Manay, Davao Oriental