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31/10/2025

A 35-year-old woman was caught with five grams of suspected shabu worth P34,000, marked money, and a phone during a buy-bust on October 29, 2025. She’s now facing non-bailable charges under the Dangerous Drugs Act.

A suspected illegal drug peddler was arrested during a buy-bust operation launched by agents of Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Region 3 (PDEA-3) in Barangay

31/10/2025

The Masantol local government will set up common memorial areas for residents to light candles and offer prayers this All Saints’ Day, following flooding in parts of public and private cemeteries. Mayor Danilo Guintu said two sites along Barangay San Nicolas’ main road will prevent overcrowding and ensure public safety.

The local government of Masantol said it will establish common memorial areas where residents can light candles and offer prayers for their departed loved ones

31/10/2025

A dispute over the Chocolate Hills in Bohol drew public attention after plans to close hundreds of small businesses near the protected area were halted. Authorities paused the crackdown to balance environmental protection with local livelihoods. Read more:

THE recent crisis over the Chocolate Hills National Monument (CHNM) in Bohol was a dramatic collision between national environmental protection and local econom

31/10/2025

Gikompirmar sa Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) nga adunay 60 ngadto sa 70 porsiyento nga posibilidad sa pag-igo sa bagyo sa Sugbo sa buwang sa Nobiyembre tungod sa amihan.

Gikompirmar sa Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) nga adunay 60 ngadto sa 70 porsiyento nga posibilidad sa pag-igo

31/10/2025

The City Transport and Traffic Management Office will deploy 737 personnel to manage traffic across Davao City during All Saints’ and All Souls’ Day. Key areas, including Calinan, Mintal, Tugbok, Ulas, Maa, Panacan, Tibungco, and Bunawan, will be monitored to ensure smooth vehicular flow from October 30 to November 2.

CTTMO Head Dionisio Abude announced the deployment of 737 personnel for Undas 2025 (Oct 30–Nov 3) to manage traffic at major cemeteries, the DCOTT, and ferry terminals. The operation enforces one-way schemes and prohibited item bans.

31/10/2025

In time for Kalag-Kalag 2025, Cebu City and Mandaue City have set safety, traffic, and cleanliness guidelines to ensure a peaceful and orderly observance. Everyone is encouraged to follow the rules and stay safe while visiting cemeteries and memorial parks from October 31 to November 2.

THE cities of Cebu and Mandaue have released separate executive orders outlining safety, traffic, and sanitation measures to ensure peace and order during the o

30/10/2025

As this month comes to a close, let us thank God for His abundant blessings and pray for His continued guidance as we enter a new month.

30/10/2025

Let us invoke Mother Mary’s protection, especially in these times of disasters such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, wars, and typhoons.

30/10/2025

The Climate Change Commission (CCC) called for stronger, science-based collaboration among sectors to boost the Philippines’ climate adaptation efforts during the first Climate Actors’ Forum and Exchange.

The Climate Change Commission (CCC) underscored the need for multisectoral, science-driven collaboration to strengthen the country’s climate adaptation and acti

30/10/2025

“Madame Tussauds Hong Kong is welcoming Kathryn Bernardo!” the museum announced on Instagram last Oct. 22, 2025, calling her the latest Filipino icon to join the ranks of Pia Wurtzbach, Manny Pacquiao, Catriona Gray, Lea Salonga and Anne Curtis. But what exactly does this art form mean for celebrities?

In 2026, Kathryn Bernardo will do something only a handful of Filipinos have ever achieved: stand forever still. Not for a scene or a photoshoot, but as a wax f

30/10/2025

Bringing global beauty and wellness closer to Cebuanos, INFINITE GROUP inaugurated its new Cebu office at Vibo Place, featuring its INFINITE and VIDA product lines from South Korea, Australia, and beyond.

INFINITE GROUP, a fast-growing Philippine-based start-up engaged in wholesale trade, e-commerce and direct sales through multi-level marketing, recently opened

30/10/2025

Utzurrum: When the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) College of Fellows decided on its “Balik Tanaw” (Looking Back) awardees, it broke tradition by honoring them not posthumously but in the present—while the recipients could still claim their well-deserved recognition.

When the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) College of Fellows decided on its “Balik Tanaw” (Looking Back) awardees, it broke tradition by honoring them