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10/11/2025

09/11/2025

SUPER TYPHOON BATTERS THE PHILIPPINES: MILLIONS EVACUATED AS FLOODS AND WINDS WREAK HAVOC.

November 9, 2025 — Manila, Philippines

Super Typhoon Uwan (international name Fung-Wong) continues to devastate large parts of the Philippines, bringing violent winds, torrential rain, and widespread flooding across Luzon and parts of the Visayas.

With maximum sustained winds of 185 km/h and gusts reaching 230 km/h, Uwan made landfall over the Bicol Region before moving northwest toward Aurora and Isabela provinces.

WIDESPREAD IMPACT

More than one million residents have been evacuated from coastal and low-lying communities. Heavy rains have triggered landslides in mountainous areas of Camarines Sur and Sorsogon, while several towns in Catanduanes and Albay remain submerged in waist-deep floodwaters.

Initial reports confirm at least two fatalities, including a drowning victim and another struck by debris. Hundreds of homes have been damaged or destroyed, and power outages have hit multiple provinces.
Authorities have also warned of storm surges up to three meters high, threatening coastal barangays in Quezon, Aurora, and Northern Samar.

DISASTER RESPONSE

Local governments have declared states of calamity in several regions, while rescue teams continue to move residents to evacuation centers. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has raised Signal No. 5 in multiple provinces, urging the public to remain indoors and avoid flood prone zone.

09/11/2025

STRONG EARTHQUAKE HITS NORTHERN JAPAN, TSUNAMI ALERT ISSUED

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck off Iwate Prefecture, Japan, on November 9, 2025, shaking much of northern Honshu. The epicenter was about 120 km east of Yamada, at a 10 km depth.

A tsunami advisory was issued, and small waves — around 20 cm high — were recorded along the Iwate coast. Authorities urged residents to stay away from the shore until the alert was lifted.

No major damage or injuries were reported. Some train services and power lines were briefly halted for safety checks. Residents followed evacuation protocols swiftly, reflecting Japan’s strong preparedness.

Experts say the offshore quake occurred along the Sanriku subduction zone, a region prone to frequent seismic activity. Aftershocks remain possible, and officials advise continued caution.

Japan Earthquake (Iwate, Nov 9, 2025)

08/11/2025

BAGYONG UWAN BINABAYBAY ANG PILIPINAS: MALAWAKANG PAGBAHA AT PAGKASIRA

MAYNILA, Pilipinas — Tumama kahapon sa malaking bahagi ng Luzon at Visayas ang Bagyong Uwan, na nagdulot ng matinding pag-ulan, malalakas na hangin, at pagbaha sa maraming bayan. Sa ilang lugar ng Metro Manila, halos lampas tuhod na ang tubig, dahilan upang ma-stranded ang daan-daang motorista at residente.

Ayon sa Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), umabot sa lakas na 155 kilometro bawat oras ang bugso ng hangin ni Uwan, na sinabayan pa ng walang tigil na ulang nagpatagal ng pagbaha. Nagpatupad ng signal no. 3 sa ilang lalawigan sa hilagang Luzon, habang signal no. 2 naman sa mga kalapit na rehiyon.

Sa Maynila, maraming residente ang napilitang lumusong sa baha upang makauwi o makapunta sa mas ligtas na lugar. Ang mga pangunahing kalsada tulad ng España, Taft Avenue, at EDSA ay bahagyang hindi madaanan dahil sa taas ng tubig.

Ilang lugar sa Bulacan, Pampanga, at Cavite ang nakaranas ng power outage matapos bumagsak ang mga poste ng kuryente at punong kahoy. Sa Quezon City, nagsagawa ng agarang rescue operation ang mga tauhan ng Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) at mga lokal na pamahalaan upang ilikas ang mga residenteng na-trap sa kani-kanilang tahanan.

Ayon sa National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), patuloy nilang binabantayan ang mga rehiyong matinding naapektuhan. Higit 5,000 pamilya na ang nailikas at kasalukuyang nanunuluyan sa mga evacuation center.

Samantala, nagpaalala si Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr. sa publiko na manatiling alerto at sundin ang mga abiso ng awtoridad. “Mas mahalaga ang buhay kaysa sa anupamang ari-arian. Kung kailangan lumikas, huwag nang magdalawang-isip,” aniya.

Sa kabila ng paghagupit ni Uwan, inaasahan ng PAGASA na lalabas ito ng Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) sa loob ng susunod na 48 oras, ngunit mag-iiwan pa rin ng mga pag-ulan sa Hilagang Luzon.

Habang humuhupa ang bagyo, umaasa ang mga Pilipino na muling babangon ang mga nasalanta — dala ang tatag at pagkakaisa na siyang sandigan ng bansa sa harap ng kalamidad.

04/11/2025

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31/10/2025

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31/10/2025

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28/10/2025

BILLIONS IN LIMBO: HOSPITALS STRUGGLE AS PHILHEALTH DELAYS MOUNT

Manila, Philippines — What began as a promise of universal healthcare has turned into a financial waiting game for hundreds of hospitals across the country. Between 2018 and 2023, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has reportedly left a staggering ₱59.6 billion in unpaid claims hanging in the balance — a crisis that continues to ripple through the nation’s healthcare system.

Of the total amount, ₱32.4 billion represent denied claims, while another ₱22.5 billion were returned to hospitals for corrections. What seems like paperwork on paper has, in reality, translated into mounting operational costs, delayed salaries, and struggling hospitals—especially those in the provinces.

In the corridors of many regional medical centers, administrators now juggle more than patients—they manage uncertainty. Some hospitals have had to cut back on services or delay the procurement of vital medical supplies. Others warn that continued non-payment could push smaller facilities to the brink of closure.

The Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines (PHAPi) has long raised the alarm, urging PhilHealth to fast-track reimbursements. “Hospitals cannot survive on promises. We have bills to pay, and patients to serve,” said PHAPi President Dr. Jose Rene de Grano, echoing the frustration of many private healthcare institutions.

For doctors and nurses on the frontlines, the consequences are felt daily. Delayed reimbursements mean delayed incentives and budget cuts that ripple down to staff morale. For patients, it means longer waiting times, reduced ward capacity, and, in some cases, the denial of PhilHealth coverage for urgent care.

PhilHealth, for its part, maintains that it is working to streamline claim processing and has attributed much of the backlog to incomplete documentation and fraud prevention protocols. But hospitals argue that these justifications cannot excuse the systemic inefficiency that has paralyzed many medical institutions.

As 2025 approaches, the healthcare sector braces for what could be another year of slow reimbursements and bureaucratic gridlock. For now, billions remain in limbo—money meant to heal, trapped in a system that seems in need of healing itself.

26/10/2025

Bulok ang paaralan dun sa lugar nina heart evangelists.

25/10/2025

A Bright Light in a Digital World: The Life and Loss of Emman Atienza

Los Angeles, CA — For 19 years, Emman Atienza carried a light that reached far beyond her family’s fame. The daughter of beloved Filipino TV personality Kuya Kim Atienza and educator Felicia Hung-Atienza, Emman became a quiet force of authenticity in a generation often defined by filters and façades.

On October 22, 2025, that light dimmed unexpectedly. Her family confirmed her death two days later, describing the loss as “unimaginable.”

Known for her heartfelt reflections on mental health, self-worth, and the pressures of social media, Emman had spoken candidly about finding balance in a world that never stops scrolling. Her last post — a message urging kindness and empathy — has now become a poignant reminder of her heart.

“Sometimes the loudest smiles hide the quietest cries. Be kind.” — Emman Atienza, September 2025

In the wake of her passing, the Atienza family’s call for compassion has resonated across communities. Supporters and celebrities alike have filled timelines with tributes and personal stories, using hashtags like to honor her light.

While the exact cause of death remains unconfirmed by the family, the tragedy has reignited crucial conversations about mental health support and the emotional weight of online life.

For many, Emman’s story is not just one of grief — it’s a reflection of a generation yearning to be seen, heard, and loved beyond the screen.

Her father, Kuya Kim, summed it up in one heartfelt line:

“The storm has passed, but her rainbow remains.”

In that rainbow — and in every act of kindness sparked by her story — Emman’s light endures.