PLDT in talks with Nokia for next-gen internet of things
PLDT Inc. said it is now in advanced stages of coordination with Nokia to provide a next-generation internet of things (IoT) service, which would allow the deployment of fifth-generation 5G …
Group says Chinese prisoners sent to PH for forced labor
The Kilos Pinoy Para sa Pagbabago (KPPP) group has asked the Chinese embassy to look into the report that their country has sent Chinese prisoners to undergo forced labor on …
Mayor Isko to provide food for families of COVID-positive workers
To encourage drivers, market vendors, and other workers to take the COVID-19 test, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno announced that the local government would shoulder their family’s food if they test …
Over 10 food delivery riders scammed in Las Piñas
A resident scammed at least 10 food delivery riders in Las Piñas City on Tuesday, October 20. Cedric Castillo reported on GMA News “24 Oras” on Tuesday that the scammer …
Cavite maintains ban on cockfighting
Cavite Governor Jonvic Remulla on Wednesday announced that cockfighting is still prohibited in the province despite the easing of age restrictions of those allowed to go out. In a Facebook …
Pagasa: Tropical Depression outside PAR unlikely to enter PH
Weather bureau Pagasa said on its 11 am severe bulletin weather bulletin that the Tropical Depression outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) remains unlikely to enter the country. At …
PNP to deploy more cops during Christmas holidays
The Philippine National Police (PNP) said it would double its deployment of law enforcers during the Christmas season to ensure the public’s safety and security. PNP chief Police General Camilo …
Ambuklao, Ipo dams release water due to TS Pepito
Ipo and Ambuklao dams opened gates on Wednesday morning to release water amid the heavy rains brought by Tropical Storm Pepito. As of 6 am, Ipo Dam in Bulacan opened …
OFWs stranded in Metro Manila after PRC limits COVID-19 testing
Around 4,000 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who returned to the Philippines amid the pandemic are stranded in Metro Manila after the Philippine Red Cross stopped PhilHealth COVID-19 testing. Maki Pulido …
Farmers fear destruction of crops due to Pepito
Farmers in Nueva Ecija were worried that Tropical Storm Pepito would destroy their palay or rice fields. The province was placed under signal number 2 and experienced heavy rains. James …
Partner of Tekla seeks help from Raffy Tulfo in Action
The live-in partner of comedian Tekla sought the help of Raffy Tulfo in Action and complained of abuse against him. Michelle Lhor Bana-ag told Tulfo that Tekla would force her …
Tropical Storm Pepito now over West Philippine Sea
Tropical Storm Pepito is now over the West Philippine Sea and is forecast to exit the Philippines tomorrow. According Pagasa’s severe weather bulletin issued at 8 am today, Pepito is forecast …
Learn All About the Kingdom Hearts Game Franchise
Who would have thought that many Disney characters playing as heroes alongside anime protagonists would gel well together to become one of the greatest games ever created? Some might think …
TS Pepito increases threat over Aurora province
Tropical Storm Pepito slightly intensifies as it increases its threat over Aurora province, Pagasa said on its latest severe weather bulletin. At 4:00 PM today, the center of Tropical Storm …
Skyway Stage 3 opens in December; will be toll-free for a month – SMC
Conglomerate San Miguel Corp. (SMC) announced Tuesday that the newly-completed Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 would open to motorists by December, and it would be toll-free for a month. SMC …
Palace: Half of PhilHealth’s P930-M debt to Red Cross PH will be paid ASAP
Malacañang said Tuesday that the government would pay at least half of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation’s (PhilHealth) P930.9-million debt to the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) “at the soonest possible …
Velasco: House has ‘no more time’ for Cha-cha
Speaker Lord Allan Velasco said that although the proposed amendments to the 1987 Constitution is okay with him, the House has “no more time” to tackle it as the government …
Tropical Storm Pepito maintains strength; signal no.1,2 raised
Tropical Storm Pepito maintains its strength as it moves closer towards Aurora-Isabela area, Pagasa said on its recent severe weather bulletin. At 1:00 PM today, the center of Tropical Storm …
Miss Universe Philippines 2020 opens fan vote via Lazada
Miss Universe Philippines 2020 opened its Fan Vote function through the e-commerce site Lazada Philippines. “For this year’s pageant, Lazada as the official E-Commercr partner, will give the Miss Universe …
Lacson wants to add P10B to COVID-19 vaccine budget
Senator Panfilo Lacson said Tuesday he wants to add P10 billion more to the P2.5 billion budget allocation for the COVID-19 vaccines under the proposed 2021 national budget to ensure …
Number of loose firearms in Bicol increased
About 21,000 guns and firearms in Bicol are now considered loose firearms by the police in the region. It swelled when the license renewal was postponed due to the nationwide …
Marawi Liberation 3rd anniversary commemorated
In commemoration of the third anniversary of the liberation of Marawi City from the Maute terrorist group, the leadership of the Armed Forces of the Philippines honored the personnel and …
DepEd: Suicide cases not linked to modules, distance learning
The Department of Education (DepEd) is asking the public to stop linking suicide cases to the remote learning implementation, including the use of learning modules. DepEd warned Tuesday that some …
No more swab test for Filipinos, foreigners from countries with low COVID-19 cases
Filipinos who return to the Philippines do not have to undergo swab test and quarantine if they come from countries with low or moderate COVID-19 cases and if they do …
Tropical Storm Pepito: Signal no.2 raised over Luzon areas
Tropical Depression Pepito intensified into a Tropical Storm as it moves towards the Isabela-Aurora area, the Pagasa severe weather bulletin update said. At 10:00 AM today, the center of Tropical …
Parties, gathering blamed for COVID-19 spike in Davao City
An official from the Department of Health in the Davao region blamed after-work parties, gatherings, and celebrations for the surge in COVID-19 cases in the city, which recorded a 60 …