21st Feb 2025
Category:Local
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Fuel price rollback effective February 13, 2024
MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The second fuel price rollback of the month is set to take effect on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, according to industry sources. Effective…
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Tragedy strikes as mezzanine collapse, claims life and injures dozens during Ash Wednesday Mass
An 80-year-old woman lost her life, and 52 others were injured when a termite-damaged mezzanine collapsed during Ash Wednesday Mass at St. Peter the Apostle…
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Filipinos urged to reflect on the true meaning of lenten sacrifices
The Philippines, predominantly a Catholic nation, observes Lent as a time for sacrifice and reflection. However, a priest warns that outward rituals alone hold no…
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VP Duterte urges action after Maguindanao doctor’s killing
MANILA, PHILIPPINES– Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio has called for urgent action by authorities following the ambush and killing of Dr. Barroquillo in Maguindanao on the…
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False bomb threat leads to suspension of operations at DENR Central Office
QUEZON CITY, PHILIPPINES – The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) central office in Quezon City suspended operations on Monday, February 12, following a…
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UP Fair 2024 rallies for change with music and activism
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The renowned University of the Philippines Fair (UP Fair) is back for its 2024 edition, igniting the Sunken Garden from February 12th…
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Davao de Oro landslide death toll rises to 54
As rescuers dug more victims from the mud on Sunday, February 11, the provincial government announced that the Davao de Oro landslide death toll had…
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Mindanao earthquake strikes Surigao and Agusan del Sur
Multiple earthquakes struck Mindanao, Philippines earlier today (February 10, 2024). According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS), a magnitude 1.5, 5.9, and…
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Negros Occidental to provide assistance to farmers affected by dry spell
The provincial government of Negros Occidental intends to offer assistance farmers from seven localities affected by the dry spell. Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson stated in…
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Cebu City proposes large water catchment to address flooding
CEBU CITY – Mayor Michael Rama announced that discussions are underway between the city government and an entrepreneur regarding the development of a substantial water…
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DSWD provides over 2.69 M in aid to flood-affected families in Mindanao
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has provided over PHP 2.69 million in humanitarian aid to families impacted by heavy rains and floods…
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Fuel prices effective February 6, 2024
MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Oil companies have created another set of adjustments to fuel prices, effective this February 6 2024. The Department of Energy (DOE) reported in…
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Mindanao leaders advocate for unity
The provincial governments of Maguindanao del Sur and Sultan Kudarat showed support in affirming their commitment to a united nation. Maguindanao del Sur Governor Bai…
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3 dead in Davao de Oro due to landslide
Three individuals lost their lives in a landslide triggered by intense rainfall associated with the low-pressure area’s trough in Maragusan, Davao de Oro announced on…
