Funeral honors held for PAF airmen lost in Agusan del Sur chopper crash

Funeral honors held for PAF airmen lost in Agusan del Sur chopper crash

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Air Force (PAF) held on Wednesday funeral honors for two airmen who died in a helicopter accident in Agusan del Sur while conducting rescue operations amid Tropical Storm Tino (international name: Kalmaegi). Six members of the 505th Search and Rescue Group died when their Super Huey helicopter went down during a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response (HADR) mission in the storm-hit province. Sgt. Yves B. Sijub and Sgt. John Christopher C. Golfo, among the fallen, were laid to rest in separate ceremonies. Sijub was interred in General Santos City, with funeral honors led by […]... Keep on reading: Funeral honors held for PAF airmen lost in Agusan del Sur chopper crash

CIDG files raps vs Kiko Barzaga over Sept. 21 violence

CIDG files raps vs Kiko Barzaga over Sept. 21 violence

MANILA, Philippines — The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) has filed a criminal complaint against Cavite Representative Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga over violent incidents during the Sept. 21 anti-corruption protests. In a message to reporters on Wednesday, CIDG Director Maj. Gen. Robert Alexander Morico II said, “I confirm, though, that this Group had filed a criminal complaint against Francisco Barzaga in relation to the violent incidents which occurred in Mendiola and Recto, Manila on September 21, 2025, before the office of the Quezon City Prosecutors’ Office.” “With this development, however, we are refrained from issuing statements relative to the said […]... Keep on reading: CIDG files raps vs Kiko Barzaga over Sept. 21 violence

Brian Poe pushes resolution to protect at least 30% of PH land, seas

Brian Poe pushes resolution to protect at least 30% of PH land, seas

MANILA, Philippines — Assistant Majority Leader Brian Poe delivered a privilege speech urging the government to take bold and science-based steps in addressing the worsening climate crisis through nature protection and community resilience. In his speech titled “Protecting Nature, Protecting Lives: Advancing the 30×30 Roadmap in an Era of Climate Disasters,” Rep. Poe emphasized the urgency of a coordinated national effort following the devastation caused by Typhoon Tino (Kalmaegi) and Super Typhoon Uwan(Fung-wong), which claimed hundreds of lives and displaced thousands. “We cannot stop the storms, but we can prevent them from destroying lives—if we prepare, if we protect, and […]... Keep on reading: Brian Poe pushes resolution to protect at least 30% of PH land, seas

House adopts resolution supporting typhoon victims

House adopts resolution supporting typhoon victims

MANILA, Philippines — A resolution expressing sympathy and support for Filipinos affected by Typhoon Tino and Super Typhoon Uwan — which struck the country successively — has been adopted by the House of Representatives. House Resolution (HR) No. 436 authored by House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III, Majority Leader Ferdinand Alexander Marcos, and Minority Leader Marcelino Libanan was adopted during the session on Wednesday, through viva voce or voice voting. “Only days after Typhoon Tino exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-Wong) entered the PAR from the east as a super typhoon, […]... Keep on reading: House adopts resolution supporting typhoon victims

Kylie Padilla on AJ Raval's revelation: 'Sana matapos na drama'

Kylie Padilla on AJ Raval's revelation: 'Sana matapos na drama'

Kasunod ng pag-amin ni AJ Raval tungkol tatlong anak nila ni Aljur Abrenica, naglabas ng maiksing komento ang dating asawa ng huli na si Kylie Padilla. Sa pamamagitan ng Facebook post, masayang tinanggap ng Encantadia actress ang inilahad ni AJ na may limang anak na siya at tatlo rito ay sa kanila ni Aljur. Ani Kylie, "Ito lng po comment ko para matapos na matagal ko na pong alam pero syempre inuna po namin ang kapakanan ng mga bata. Sobrang close sila at yun pinaka importante. Happy that now di na kailangan mag tago. Proud of you, peace all around. Sana matapos na drama." Si Kylie ay may dalawang anak kay Aljur, sina Alas Joaquin and Axl Romeo. Related gallery: Kylie Padilla's sweet moments with her kids Alas Joaquin and Axl Romeo as seen in this photos Sa Fast Talk With Boy Abunda kanina, November 12, ibinahagi ni AJ nagkaroon siya ng tatlong anak sa dating relasyon. Ang panganay niyang anak na babae, si Ariana, na seven years old na ngayon. Sinundan ito ni Aaron. Sa kasamaang palad ito ay pumanaw na. Samantala, meron naman silang tatlong anak ni Aljur, sina Aikena, Junior, at Abraham. Sinabi ni AJ na nagsalita na siya tungkol sa bali-balitang may anak na sila ni Aljur dahil, aniya, “Gusto ko na po matapos and gusto ko na po magkaroon ng freedom 'yung mga kids.” Nilinaw rin niya na maayos ang relasyon ng kanyang mga anak sa mga anak ni Aljur kay Kylie. “Okay po sila, naglalaro po sila lagi, and then 'yung panganay ni Aljur, si Alas, very responsible sa mga bunso,” ani AJ. Samantala, narito ang ilan pang celebrities na inilihim ang kanila ng pagbubuntis:

DPWH to submit report on Cebu flood control projects to ICI soon

DPWH to submit report on Cebu flood control projects to ICI soon

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will submit a report on flood control projects in Cebu to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) “in the next few days,” according to the agency’s chief, Vince Dizon. Cebu was among the provinces that were greatly devastated by recent Typhoon Tino, where thousands of residents were affected. “We will submit our report on Cebu to ICI in the next few days. We will refer it to them,” Dizon said in a chance interview after attending a command conference with the ICI and other agencies at Camp Crame, Quezon City, on Wednesday. The […]... Keep on reading: DPWH to submit report on Cebu flood control projects to ICI soon

DFA: 170 Filipinos in scam hubs across Southeast Asia yet to repatriated

DFA: 170 Filipinos in scam hubs across Southeast Asia yet to repatriated

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Wednesday said that around 170 Filipinos in distress abroad have yet to be repatriated from scam hubs in various parts of Southeast Asia.   These Filipino workers have “active requests for assistance,” but have yet to be rescued or attended to, according to DFA spokesperson Angelica Escalona.   She, however, noted that the Philippine embassies are coordinating with authorities to ensure their safety while they work on their repatriation.   READ: DFA to repatriate Filipinos rescued from Myanmar scam hub   Meanwhile, a total of 346 Filipinos, who were rescued […]... Keep on reading: DFA: 170 Filipinos in scam hubs across Southeast Asia yet to repatriated