BAGUIO CITY – Thirty competing floats participated in the grand Panagbenga Festival Floral Float Parade here on Sunday, March 1, with the theme "Blooming Without End." Seven were from small category, seven in the medium category, and 11 in the large category. Participating as non-competing floats...
DAVAO CITY – Davao City first district Rep. Paolo Duterte criticized the International Criminal Court for their selective prosecution and political bias in handling international cases. In a statement, Duterte said ICC has become “a lapdog of the powerful,” allegedly influenced by the United...
ILOILO CITY – The University of San Agustin-College of Law (USA-COL) in this city won their third consecutive championship in the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition-Philippine National Rounds and will represent the country internationally this month. “The national trophy...
LAOAG CITY – Thousands of spectators witnessed pride, unity, and greatness through the 13th Tan-ok ni Ilocano Festival, the mother of all cultural festivals in Ilocos Norte province, at Ferdinand Marcos Stadium here on Saturday night. A total of 22 contingents showcased their culture and talents,...
BAGUIO CITY – Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon wants all rehabilitation works at Kennon Road completed before the Holy Week, when influx of visitors is expected at the summer capital. The 33.5-kilometer zigzag road in Benguet province connects Rosario, La Union...
BACOLOD CITY – The provincial government of Negros Occidental extended P120,000 financial assistance to the family of the three siblings who were brutally attacked in their house in Silay City early this month. Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson personally turned over a check to Ronelyn, the mother of the...
ZAMBOANGA CITY – Property worth P10 million and more than 10 houses were destroyed in an early morning blaze here on Saturday, Feb. 28. The fire reportedly originated from a property owned by Bambi Hassan and quickly spread to neighboring houses. The fire reached second alarm. Fire trucks, water...
CEBU CITY – The pre-trial hearing on the alleged P96.5-million flood control ghost project case against contractor Sarah Discaya and her fellow accused kicked off on Friday, Feb. 27. Corporate affiliations, bidding records, and documents were tackled during the hearing at the sala of Judge Nelson...
ZAMBOANGA CITY – A couple and their 19-year-old daughter were gunned down inside their residence here on Friday night, Feb. 27. Police identified the victims as Rodel Tarroza Espinosa; his wife Jenny, 43; and their daughter, Jenrose, student. Investigation said the victims were inside their house...
BAGUIO CITY – The grand street dancing competition of the 30th Panagbenga Festival with the theme Blooming Without End was held here on Saturday, Feb. 28. Eight contingents competed – Lamut Harvest Festival Dance of Ifugao; Pagibang Damara Festival of San Jose, Nueva Ecija; Tribu Balitok a...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed the inclusion of Dumaguete City among Asia’s Top 4 Budget-Friendly Destinations for Affordable Retirement Living in the latest report of Investopedia. In a statement, the DOT said the recognition underscores the Philippines’ growing appeal to global...
To ensure the safety of cyclists in the city, especially at night, the local government of Marikina installed 92 LED lamps along the bike lane corridor stretching from Champagnat Street in Barangay Marikina Heights to Goodrich Village Subdivision in Barangay Concepcion Uno on Friday, Feb. 27. ...
