CABAGAN, ISABELA – A portion of the Cabagan-Sta. Maria Bridge, a key infrastructure project under former President Rodrigo Duterte’s Build Build Build program, collapsed on February 27, 2025, despite undergoing retrofitting for earlier structural concerns. The 990-meter bridge, inaugurated in 2023, had been undergoing repairs when it gave way, involving four vehicles, including a dump…
Filipinos gathered on Tuesday to commemorate the 39th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution, honoring the historic movement that restored democracy in 1986. The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) led the flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremonies at the People Power Monument in Quezon City, while the Human Rights Violation Victims’ Memorial Commission held…
The online scam linked to ORM and 2orm continues to target Filipinos, frequently changing its website to evade detection. Many victims have reported financial losses after being lured into the fraudulent scheme, which promises high returns before disappearing and rebranding under a new domain. Recently, a new website associated with the scam has emerged: https://2orm.ph-24.com/login?code=NjY2NjY2….
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Board of Architecture has announced the January 2025 Architect Licensure Exam (ALE) results, including the list of top 10 examinees, three (3) working days after the examination. The Architect Board Exam was held on January 21 and 23, 2025, across various testing centers nationwide, including NCR, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo,…
Ayala Avenue’s car-free Sundays, a program promoting sustainable living and wellness, faced controversy after a vlogger and his companions were called out for their inappropriate actions toward female joggers. In a Facebook Reel, now deleted but widely circulated through screenshots, the vlogger recorded himself and his group sitting along Ayala Avenue, making inappropriate remarks while…
Pope Francis delivered his traditional Christmas message from the central loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica at midday on December 25. At the conclusion of his address, he imparted his blessing, “Urbi et Orbi” – to the city and the world. The night before, ahead of the Christmas Eve Mass, the Holy Father opened the Holy…
Kirk Bondad has proudly completed his journey in Mister World 2024, finishing in the Top 20 and representing the Philippines with honor. Throughout the competition, his confidence, charisma, and dedication shone brightly, making a lasting impression on both judges and audiences alike. While his time in the pageant has come to an end, his remarkable…
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – China Coast Guard Allegedly Deliberately Rams BRP Teresa Magbanua Near Escoda Shoal, Says PCG The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has reported that the China Coast Guard intentionally rammed the BRP Teresa Magbanua while it was patrolling near Escoda Shoal on Saturday. According to Commodore Jay Tarriela, the PCG’s spokesperson on West Philippine…
The State of the Nation Address (SONA) is a pivotal moment where the country’s leaders converge to envision and discuss the future of the nation. This year’s SONA 2024 was not only a showcase of policy and progress but also a display of style and sophistication. The country’s most influential figures donned their finest ensembles,…
Manila, Philippines— Floy Quintos, a celebrated Filipino playwright, breathed his last on Saturday morning due to a heart attack, as announced by his family. Quintos, who recently turned 63, succumbed to the heart attack in the hospital emergency room. In a heartfelt Facebook post, his niece Celina Quintos conveyed the news, paying tribute to his…