The 16-year old female passenger was immediately transferred to the ambulance after the pasenger ship she was boarding arrived at the Calapan City port. (photo: PPA) A 16-year old female passenger fell off a passenger ship that was heading to Calapan City port, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA)...
EcoWaste Coalition on March 24, 2024 urged the faithful to observe a plastic-free Holy Week, citing the potential surge of plastic waste from religious activities. “As we are invited to meditate on Jesus’ journey to the Cross and beyond, this is also an opportune time for devout Catholics to...
The Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) disaster management and response teams will be on standby to respond to emergencies during Holy Week. (Photo from DSWD) Disaster Response Management Group (DRMG) Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao said in a statement on Tuesday, March 26, that...
The Muntinlupa City government, together with the Philippine National Police, will set up “Lakbay Alalay” stations in four strategic locations to assist travelers during Holy Week. According to the Muntinlupa Public Information Office (PIO), the “Semana Santa Lakbay Alalay 2024” will be...
What foods are associated with Easter? Apart from the Easter egg, Filipinos, known for their festive spirit and love for gathering with loved ones, associate Easter with a variety of foods. In Filipino households, the hot, soupy-sweet dish bilo-bilo is often linked to Easter celebrations....
East zone concessionaire Manila Water Co. Inc. is urging customers to check their water valves and meters before heading out of town. In a statement on Monday, March 25, the water utility company reminded customers to assess their residences for possible leaks or defective fixtures to avoid water...
Government agencies have joined forces to protect the public against travel-related cybercrimes and other online scams as millions of people are expected to troop to various transportation hubs across the country for the long Lenten break. Citing past records, Department of Information and...
Exodus to the provinces will be agonizing on the pockets of consumers this week, as they will feel the tangible strain of hefty oil price hikes that are due for implementation at the domestic pumps this week. Based on the pricing advisories of the oil companies, the price of gasoline products will...
The Philippine Army (PA) said on Palm Sunday, March 24, that it has not monitored any security threat all around the country as it ensured the safety of Catholic faithful who are expected to visit different places of worship this "Semana Santa" or Holy Week. The Army is on alert to make sure that...
Teams of medical personnel will be deployed in various transportation hubs in Metro Manila in anticipation of the influx of thousands of people who are expected to go to their home provinces to take advantage of the long Holy Week break. Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) chairman Don...
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has assured its 7.8 million customers a continuous, reliable, and stable electricity service throughout the upcoming Holy Week break. Despite the closure of Meralco Business Centers from March 28 to 30 for the Easter Triduum observance, the power distributor said...
