CAMP MARCELO A. ADDURU, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan - Police arrested a notorious 33-year-old alleged illegal firearms dealer in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Alibagu, City of Ilagan, Isabela on Wednesday, April 16. The suspect, alias “Carding”, a resident of Barangay Banquero, Reina Mercedes,...
EDITORS DESK For many, living more sustainably can feel like a daunting, even overwhelming, task. With constant news about the climate crisis and an avalanche of tips on what to do (and what not to do), it’s easy to feel stuck before you even begin. But this is exactly why starting your own...
EDITORS DESK I QAir recently released its 7th annual World Air Quality Report on March 11, shedding light on the most polluted countries and areas in 2024. The findings highlight concerning trends in global air pollution, with most regions failing to meet recommended air quality standards. The...
EDITORS DESK It’s been making headlines: We have officially surpassed the 1.5°C limit set by the 2015 Paris Agreement. According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), 2024 is now the warmest year on record, with global temperatures reaching approximately 1.55°C above pre-industrial...
CITY of Ilagan, Isabela - The chairman of Barangay Cabisera 27 here was shot dead on Tuesday evening, March 4. Police said Avelino Quitola, 62, was driving a motorcycle with his wife following behind on an electric bike in Purok 7, Barangay Cabisera 27 when he was shot upon reaching a corn...
Nandy Villar Too often, families see their hard-earned savings wiped out by steep hospital bills when a loved one falls ill—sometimes even resorting to borrowing from relatives just to cover expenses. Meanwhile, healthcare costs have also surged dramatically, with inflation averaging at...
EDITORS DESK The secondhand fashion market, driven by the push for sustainability, is finally taking its rightful place in the spotlight, gaining momentum over the past few years. It has grown so significantly that it is now shaping the future of fashion. As reported by the World...
A farmer was shot and wounded by a barangay chairman in Barangay Santa Isabel Sur, City of Ilagan City, Isabela, on Monday night, Jan. 13. Police identified the victim as Jon Jon. Initial investigation said the victim and the suspect Rey, chairman of Barangay Santa Isabel Sur, were having a...
EDITORS DESK Google’s “Year in Search 2024” offers a glimpse into the collective consciousness of Filipinos, and this year, the message is clear: The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat. With “heat wave” and “climate change” ranking prominently among the Philippines’ top...
EDITORS DESK The call for climate action has never been more urgent. As the Manila Bulletin conducted its 3rd Sustainability Forum, held last Nov. 19 and 20, 2024 at the University of the Philippines in Quezon City, it was clear that sustainability is not just a buzzword—it is a mission that...
EDITORS DESK Five years ago, the Manila Bulletin unveiled a design refresh of its print edition for its 120th anniversary — a milestone transformation that took almost two years to complete. The masthead underwent a major makeover, stripping away most of its elements and featuring only the...
CITY OF ILAGAN, Isabela – Two persons were killed when a man opened fire at a wedding in Purok 6, Barangay Centro San Antonio, this city, before dawn on Saturday, Oct. 19. Police Lt. Col. Jeffrey D. Raposas identified the suspect as Arnel Bielgo, 49. Investigation said Bielgo suddenly...
