BRP Sierra Madre troops see holiday treat in Dec. 23 supply mission

BRP Sierra Madre troops see holiday treat in Dec. 23 supply mission

MANILA, Philippines — Personnel of BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal saw an annual lechon treat marking the Christmas season.  The whole roasted pig is among the holiday treats included in the “critical sustainment mission” for the grounded naval outpost last Dec. 23, according to the Armed Forces of the Philippines. “More than a logistical success, it symbolizes the nation extending its hand to those who stand the watch, bringing a piece of home to the frontlines and reminding every soldier that their sacrifice is seen, honored and deeply valued,” the AFP said in a statement on Thursday. READ: […]... Keep on reading: BRP Sierra Madre troops see holiday treat in Dec. 23 supply mission

Pagasa looks into possible LPA formation in the first week of January

Pagasa looks into possible LPA formation in the first week of January

MANILA, Philippines — A low-pressure area (LPA) may form inside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) and has a low chance of developing into a tropical cyclone over Sulu Sea in the first week of January 2026, the state weather bureau said on Friday.  “In the first week of January, there might be a low-pressure area formed with a low chance of developing into a tropical cyclone in the Sulu Sea,” Pagasa weather specialist Charmage Varilla said in the 5 p.m. weather forecast of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration.  READ: 1 to 2 cyclones may enter PAR […]... Keep on reading: Pagasa looks into possible LPA formation in the first week of January

Comelec to hold technology fair on new election system

Comelec to hold technology fair on new election system

MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is planning to hold another technology fair early next year to be able to know the latest automated election systems (AES) available in the market. Comelec Spokesperson John Rex Laudiangco said the holding of such event will give them an idea of the newest technologies for the holding of electoral exercises. “As early as next year, you will see that the Comelec will conduct a more in-depth research where we will have a technology fair again,” he said at the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon public briefing Friday. “We will look at what is new […]... Keep on reading: Comelec to hold technology fair on new election system

Leviste: Alleged Dizon agent called about his district allocations

Leviste: Alleged Dizon agent called about his district allocations

MANILA, Philippines — Batangas Rep. Leandro Legarda Leviste’s reason for releasing the documents containing data on infrastructure allocations was because there was an official supposedly representing Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon who warned him about his own district’s projects. Leviste turned emotional during a press briefing on Friday when asked about criticisms against him — that his decision to release the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) documents only after Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral died, and not after getting the files last September, is questionable. According to Leviste, in the middle of an October 16 press briefing at the Batasang […]... Keep on reading: Leviste: Alleged Dizon agent called about his district allocations

Jollibee Group provides update on sales trends and store network progress

Jollibee Group provides update on sales trends and store network progress

The Jollibee Group today provided an update on sales trends and store network  progress across its global operations. Sales performance continues to  demonstrate solid momentum, supported by resilient international markets and  normalized domestic operations, consistent with the Jollibee Group’s previously  communicated full-year 2025 guidance. The update reflects ongoing execution  across markets and continued progress against the Jollibee Group’s strategic  priorities.  The Company highlighted encouraging developments in its operating  performance, with preliminary indicators pointing to continued momentum in  fourth-quarter sales, consistent with earlier disclosures. As previously  communicated, the Group expects this strong momentum to extend beyond  2025 as it continues to […]... Keep on reading: Jollibee Group provides update on sales trends and store network progress

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday he planned to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump soon and that a lot could be decided before the New Year as Washington pushes diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday he planned to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump soon and that a lot could be decided before the New Year as Washington pushes diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday he planned to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump soon and that a lot could be decided before the New Year as Washington pushes diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia.

There’s a new virtual Visa card from PalawanPay, and here’s what you need to know

There’s a new virtual Visa card from PalawanPay, and here’s what you need to know

Staying true to the Palawan Group of Companies’ mission of advancing financial inclusion, PalawanPay — the company’s fast-growing e-wallet — unveils the PalawanPay Virtual Visa Card. This is a major leap in making simple, secure, and widely accepted digital payments accessible to every Filipino, including those without bank accounts or credit cards. PalawanPay CEO Third Librea shared: “For many Filipinos, owning a Visa card has always felt out of reach — something reserved for those with bank accounts or credit lines. With the PalawanPay Virtual Visa Card, we’re changing that. We built this to be simple, practical, and truly pang-masa. […]... Keep on reading: There’s a new virtual Visa card from PalawanPay, and here’s what you need to know

Pagasa: Amihan to bring rains on Saturday  in parts of Luzon

Pagasa: Amihan to bring rains on Saturday in parts of Luzon

MANILA, Philippines — Northeast monsoon or amihan will bring rains in parts of Luzon while the rest of the country will experience a generally fair weather on Saturday, December 26, the state weather bureau said.  In a 5 p.m. forecast, Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), weather specialist Charmage Varilla said that the northeast monsoon will bring overcast skies and rains over Batanes and Babuyan Group of Islands. Apayao, Mainland Cagayan, and Isabela will experience light rains while partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers and thunderstorms over the rest of Luzon due to the same weather […]... Keep on reading: Pagasa: Amihan to bring rains on Saturday in parts of Luzon