The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) dismissed concerns that Japan’s plan to deploy missiles on Yonaguni Island, which lies 111 kilometers from Taiwan, could heighten tensions affecting areas near Luzon in the northern part of the country. Rear Adm. Roy Vincent Trinidad, AFP spokesperson for...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Thursday, Oct. 23, that Tropical Depression Salome is expected to pass near or over the Babuyan Islands this morning and over Ilocos Norte by noon or afternoon. In its 8 a.m. bulletin, PAGASA said the...
Tropical Depression Salome maintained its strength on Wednesday evening, Oct. 22, as it continued to move closer to extreme Northern Luzon, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said. In its 11 p.m. bulletin, PAGASA said the center of Salome was...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has declared Batanes as an organic farming practitioner province, recognizing its organic agriculture sector and local policies that promote sustainable farming. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel signed Administrative Order No. 8 to formalize the...
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) will extend P32 million in emergency employment assistance to residents of Cagayan and Batanes whose livelihoods were affected by tropical depression “Nando. ”The assistance will be implemented through the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has established a forward operating base (FOB) in Mahatao, Batanes to boost territorial defense and enhance capabilities for humanitarian assistance and disaster response (HADR) in the country 's northernmost frontier, a military spokesperson said...
LINGAYEN, Pangasinan – A member of the provincial board of Batanes has sought an investigation over infrastructure projects implemented in the smallest and least populated province of the country. Board Member John Dave Ablat said this will ensure transparency, accountability, and proper use of...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) intensified its patrol operations in Batanes after it monitored three China Coast Guard (CCG) ships that appeared to be “bracketing” the island province from Taiwan on Friday, Aug. 8. The PCG’s light utility Islander aircraft departed Manila at 6 a.m. and...
Organized under the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) “Philippine Experience Program” and its theme “Beyond Sceneries…Stories,” a four-day journey to Batanes in March became a memorable dive into the rich culture, natural beauty, and enduring spirit of this remote northern province. From...
Northern Luzon is expected to experience rains and cloudy skies on Saturday, August 2, as the southwest monsoon or habagat continues to affect the region, while the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) monitors a tropical depression located outside...
Globe Telecom Inc. is upgrading its network infrastructure in Batanes to significantly improve the mobile network experience, providing high-speed connectivity to residents and visitors of the remote province. The telecommunications giant said it is employing alternative and innovative transport...
The Police Regional Office-2 is on alert following the discovery of floating shabu in Batanes on June 19 and other areas in the Cagayan Valley region this month. Police Brig. Gen. Antonio P. Marallag Jr., PRO-2 chief, commended the fisherman who turned over the contraband for his honesty and...
