Authorized firecracker, fireworks display zones in Central Luzon marked

Authorized firecracker, fireworks display zones in Central Luzon marked

CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office in Central Luzon (PRO-3) has released the official list of authorized community firecracker selling zones and fireworks display areas across Central Luzon. This record is part of intensified measures to prevent firecracker-related injuries during the holiday season. A total of 196 authorized community firecracker zones has been identified throughout the region – Aurora,13; Bataan, 5; Bulacan, 73; Nueva Ecija, 28; Pampanga, 24; Tarlac, 14; and Zambales, 39. Meanwhile, 153 authorized fireworks display zones have likewise been designated: Aurora, 2; Bataan, 3; Bulacan, 69; Nueva Ecija, 27; Pampanga, 16; Tarlac, 8; Zambales, 26; and […]... Keep on reading: Authorized firecracker, fireworks display zones in Central Luzon marked

Carla Abellana's journey of healing and new love

Carla Abellana's journey of healing and new love

Kapuso Primetime Goddess Carla Abellana is a picture of strength and grace in the eyes of the public. Her highly-publicized separation from her ex-husband Tom Rodriguez in 2022 was a difficult moment for the homegrown Kapuso actress. But fast-forward to today, she has announced that she is already "healed" and "ready" to move on. In fact, this month, the former Widows' War star quietly shared that she is now engaged. Take a look and learn from Carla's journey of healing and finding new love in this gallery.

The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65

The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65

The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte has died aged 65, the legendary British dark rock band announced on Friday, Dec. 26. Bamonte, who became a full member of The Cure in 1990, “passed away after a short illness at home over Christmas,” according to a statement published on the band’s website. READ: British singer Chris Rea dies at 74, days before Christmas “It is with enormous sadness that we confirm the death of our great friend and bandmate Perry Bamonte,” it said. “Quiet, intensive, intuitive, constant and hugely creative, ‘Teddy’ was a warm hearted and vital part of The Cure […]... Keep on reading: The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65

Pagasa: Amihan, easterlies to trigger light rains across PH

Pagasa: Amihan, easterlies to trigger light rains across PH

MANILA, Philippines — Cloudy and wet weather may persist across the country, as the continued effects of the northeast monsoon, locally known as amihan, and easterlies are forecast to trigger light rain showers on Saturday, according to the state weather bureau. Based on its 4 a.m. forecast released on its website, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical […]... Keep on reading: Pagasa: Amihan, easterlies to trigger light rains across PH

PITX draws over 50,000 travelers on Saturday morning

PITX draws over 50,000 travelers on Saturday morning

MANILA, Philippines — Over 50,000 travelers passed through the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) on the way to their home provinces or back to Metro Manila on Saturday, Dec. 27. These movements come two days after Christmas and five days before New Year’s Day. As of 9 a.m., PITX Corporate and Government Relations head Jason Salvador said in a Viber message that a total of more than 51,000 (51,648) passengers arrived at the bus terminal in Parañaque City.  READ: NAIA Christmas Day passenger volume up 12.25% from last year The figure, which includes those arriving in and departing from Metro […]... Keep on reading: PITX draws over 50,000 travelers on Saturday morning

2 to 8 tropical cyclones may enter PAR in early 2026 — Pagasa

2 to 8 tropical cyclones may enter PAR in early 2026 — Pagasa

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Two to eight tropical cyclones are expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility during the first half of 2026, the state weather bureau reported. During the 191st climate forum on December 18, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) forecast zero to one tropical cyclone per month from January to April. Tropical cyclone activity is expected to increase in May and June, with one to two expected to develop per month. READ: LIST: Philippine typhoon names for 2026 Rainfall, temperature outlook Ana Liza Solis, Pagasa Climate Monitoring and Prediction Section Chief, shared that […]... Keep on reading: 2 to 8 tropical cyclones may enter PAR in early 2026 — Pagasa

451 MENTAL HEALTH CALLS OVER CHRISTMAS 

While families often spend Christmas with joy and laughter, others struggle through the holidays. The Department of Health reported Friday that a total of 451 calls were made to the National Center for Mental Health over the past week.

451 MENTAL HEALTH CALLS OVER CHRISTMAS While families often spend Christmas with joy and laughter, others struggle through the holidays. The Department of Health reported Friday that a total of 451 calls were made to the National Center for Mental Health over the past week.

451 MENTAL HEALTH CALLS OVER CHRISTMAS While families often spend Christmas with joy and laughter, others struggle through the holidays. The Department of Health reported Friday that a total of 451 calls were made to the National Center for Mental Health over the past week.