House OKs reso honoring De Venecia; Necrological services set on Feb. 16

House OKs reso honoring De Venecia; Necrological services set on Feb. 16

MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives has adopted a resolution honoring the life of former Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr., who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 89. During the plenary session on Wednesday, the House adopted House Resolution No. 758 expressing the chamber’s profound condolences to De Venecia’s family. The resolution was authored by House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III, Majority Leader Ferdinand Alexander Marcos, and Minority Leader Marcelino Libanan. A memorial and necrological service will be held for De Venecia on Monday, February 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. De Venecia is the only […]... Keep on reading: House OKs reso honoring De Venecia; Necrological services set on Feb. 16

Shipping firm, some gov't execs, workers face raps over ferry tragedy

Shipping firm, some gov't execs, workers face raps over ferry tragedy

MANILA – The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) are set to file administrative and criminal charges against the Aleson Shipping Line (ASL) and some government officials and personnel following the sinking of passenger ferry M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 in Basilan waters. In a press conference at the DOTr office in San Juan City on Wednesday, acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez demanded accountability from both ASL and concerned government agencies, in line with the order of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. “Ang sabi nga po ng Pangulo sa akin (The President told me), justice must be […]... Keep on reading: Shipping firm, some gov't execs, workers face raps over ferry tragedy

Sang'gre: Hagorn, papaslangin si Mitena! (Episode 173) | Encantadia Chronicles

Sang'gre: Hagorn, papaslangin si Mitena! (Episode 173) | Encantadia Chronicles

Aired (February 11, 2026): Batid na ni Hagorn (John Arcilla) ang kalapastanganan ni Mitena (Rhian Ramos), dahilan para wakasan na niya ang buhay nito. #GMANetwork #EncantadiaChroniclesSanggre #Encantadia #Sanggre Avisala! Catch the newest episodes of Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre weekdays at 8:00 PM on GMA Prime, starring the four new guardians of Encantadia, Flamarra as Faith Da Silva, Deia as Angel Guardian, Adamus as Kelvin Miranda, and Terra as Bianca Umali. Also included in the casts are Rhian Ramos as Mitena, Sherilyn Reyes-Tan, Manilyn Reynes, Gabby Eigenmann, Boboy Garovillo, Benjie Paras, Jamie Wilson, Therese Malvar, Vince Maristela, Shuvee Etrata, Mika Salamanca, #gmanetwork #EncantadiaChroniclesSanggre #Encantadia #Sanggre

Sang'gre: Nasaan ang ivtre ni Terra? (Episode 173) | Encantadia Chronicles

Sang'gre: Nasaan ang ivtre ni Terra? (Episode 173) | Encantadia Chronicles

Aired (February 11, 2026): Palaisipan sa mga Sang'gre kung nasaan nga ba ang ivtre ni Terra (Bianca Umali). #GMANetwork #EncantadiaChroniclesSanggre #Encantadia #Sanggre Avisala! Catch the newest episodes of Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre weekdays at 8:00 PM on GMA Prime, starring the four new guardians of Encantadia, Flamarra as Faith Da Silva, Deia as Angel Guardian, Adamus as Kelvin Miranda, and Terra as Bianca Umali. Also included in the casts are Rhian Ramos as Mitena, Sherilyn Reyes-Tan, Manilyn Reynes, Gabby Eigenmann, Boboy Garovillo, Benjie Paras, Jamie Wilson, Therese Malvar, Vince Maristela, Shuvee Etrata, Mika Salamanca, #gmanetwork #EncantadiaChroniclesSanggre #Encantadia #Sanggre

Migrante reminds Palace: Not Veloso’s first time to appeal for clemency

Migrante reminds Palace: Not Veloso’s first time to appeal for clemency

MANILA, Philippines — A migrant workers’ group on Wednesday urged the Marcos administration to turn its “hollow promises” into action and finally look into Mary Jane Veloso’s case after a series of letters appealing for clemency since her return to the Philippines in 2024. Migrante International criticized the remark made by Palace press officer Claire Castro, who on Monday said that the camp of Veloso should directly convey her sentiments to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. instead of writing an open handwritten letter. A day after, Castro said that the Office of the Executive Secretary would review its past discussions with […]... Keep on reading: Migrante reminds Palace: Not Veloso’s first time to appeal for clemency

Sang'gre: Full Episode 173 (February 11, 2026) | Encantadia Chronicles

Sang'gre: Full Episode 173 (February 11, 2026) | Encantadia Chronicles

Aired (February 11, 2026): Matapos ang pagkamatay ni Terra (Bianca Umali) ay palaisipan sa mga Sang'gre kung bakit hindi sinundo ng mga retre ang ivtre nito patungong Devas. #GMANetwork #EncantadiaChroniclesSanggre #Encantadia #Sanggre Avisala! Catch the newest episodes of Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre weekdays at 8:00 PM on GMA Prime, starring the four new guardians of Encantadia, Flamarra as Faith Da Silva, Deia as Angel Guardian, Adamus as Kelvin Miranda, and Terra as Bianca Umali. Also included in the casts are Rhian Ramos as Mitena, Sherilyn Reyes-Tan, Manilyn Reynes, Gabby Eigenmann, Boboy Garovillo, Benjie Paras, Jamie Wilson, Therese Malvar, Vince Maristela, Shuvee Etrata, Mika Salamanca, #gmanetwork #EncantadiaChroniclesSanggre #Encantadia #Sanggre

Comelec issues reminders ahead of March 14 Antipolo special polls

Comelec issues reminders ahead of March 14 Antipolo special polls

MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Wednesday reminded candidates of the special elections in the second district of Antipolo City to observe proper campaigning as the poll body’s anti-discrimination resolution remains in effect. Comelec chair George Erwin Garcia made this statement as the campaign period for the special elections will run from February 12, 2026 until March 12, 2026. The special elections will be held on March 14, 2026 following the death of Rep. Romeo Acop. Garcia said that while the Comelec is expecting peaceful and orderly elections, he noted that the elections will be “vibrant” as […]... Keep on reading: Comelec issues reminders ahead of March 14 Antipolo special polls

Mandaue allots P100M for Butuanon River flood control in Paknaan

Mandaue allots P100M for Butuanon River flood control in Paknaan

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – The Mandaue City government has allocated P100 million for flood control projects along a portion of the Butuanon River in Sitio Talong, Barangay Paknaan. Mayor Thadeo “Jonkie” Ouano said the city decided to take the lead in funding improvements for the identified stretch of the river, noting that the Butuanon River spans a long distance and cannot be addressed all at once. Ouano said the Paknaan site was endorsed by the City Planning and Development Office. He explained that the city will identify low-lying areas in Paknaan before the river exits to the Mactan Channel, where […]... Keep on reading: Mandaue allots P100M for Butuanon River flood control in Paknaan

PVL: Patience key as Choco Mucho struggles, says Rondina

PVL: Patience key as Choco Mucho struggles, says Rondina

MANILA, Philippines — Sisi Rondina is preaching patience after Choco Mucho lost back-to-back games in the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference. After winning its opening day assignment, Choco Mucho absorbed its second straight loss to Creamline, 27-25, 17-25, 25-21, 25-15, on Tuesday night in front of 12,600 fans at Mall of Asia Arena. “We tend to lose patience. There are times when we’re starting to find our rhythm, but we forget that everything coach wants us to do is effective, we just don’t execute it. That’s what we need to focus on and learn,” said Rondina in Filipino after tallying 15 […]... Keep on reading: PVL: Patience key as Choco Mucho struggles, says Rondina