CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga – The Police Regional Office in Central Luzon (PRO-3) has deployed 3,537 personnel across the region in preparation for the opening of classes on June 8 as part of its Oplan Balik-Eskwela 2026 initiative. In a Wednesday statement, the PRO-3 said the security force has...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said it will verify the alleged exercises conducted by a massive Chinese carrier strike group in the Pacific Ocean, specifically east of Luzon, as an official admitted the military only learned of the deployment through public bulletins issued by Japan. The...
The southwest monsoon or habagat may bring up to 100 millimeters (mm) of rainfall over Metro Manila and several provinces in Luzon on Wednesday, June 3, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said. PAGASA weather specialist Veronica Torres said...
President Marcos and United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed bilateral security and economic priorities, including developments in the South China Sea and regional energy concerns, during a phone call on Monday morning, June 1. In a Facebook post, President Marcos described his phone...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Saturday, May 30, said Severe Tropical Storm Domeng (international name: Jangmi) has intensified into a typhoon while being monitored inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). In an advisory...
CALANASAN, Apayao – A rare Luzon bleeding-heart (Gallicolumba luzonica) dove was released back into the wild on Thursday after it was rescued in Barangay Ferdinand here. The Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) said that during an exploration activity in Mount Malingudo, the...
For many years, when we spoke of prosperity corridors, we imagined highways, ports, railways, industrial estates, and airports. These remain essential. Goods still need to move. Workers still need transport. Factories still need land, power, water, and logistics. But the next prosperity corridor in...
The dust may have finally settled on the grueling 14-stage MPTC Tour of Luzon 2026, but organizers are already setting their sights on an even grander return next year as they aim to sustain the race’s growing legacy with a bigger and more competitive edition. “See you all in 2027,” Tour...
Eight more countries have joined the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) initiative as “valued partners,” as the Philippines, Japan, and the United States reaffirmed their commitment to accelerate infrastructure development and economic connectivity in the country. The development came during the 4th...
BAGUIO CITY — Russian cyclist Nikita Shulchenko withstood a fierce challenge from Frenchman Antoine Huby in the 14th and final stage to rule the MPTC Tour of Luzon 2026 title on Wednesday, May 13. Shulchenko crossed the finish line 2 minutes and 12 seconds behind Huby, who won the last stage in...
Sweden is looking to expand its economic cooperation with the Philippines through new investments and financial grants following its formal integration into the partnership for the development of Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC). “We do see this as a first step and we will, together with our...
LINGAYEN, Pangasinan -- Russian all-rounder Nikita Shulchenko settled for the runner-up honors in Stage 13’s individual time trial but still managed to build enough cushion in the general classification as the MPTC Tour of Luzon heads into its decisive uphill Stage 14 on Wednesday, May 13. Riding...
