Amid the scorching temperatures exceeding 41 degrees Celsius in numerous regions, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) warned the public against heat-related illnesses. Photo from PhilHealth PhilHealth, in a statement issued April 29, stressed the need for vigilance during the...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) recorded “dangerous” heat indices in 23 areas on Thursday, May 2, which was lesser than the areas included on the list of heat indices with danger levels in the previous records. ...
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has expressed support to the recommendation implementing a four-day work week set up for workers in private and public sectors amid the rising temperatures in some parts of the country. In an Unang Balita interview, DOLE Undersecretary Benjo...
(MANILA BULLETIN) CAVITE – The local government unit (LGU) of Indang will implement a four-day workweek due to the extreme heat. Executive Order No. 18, Series of 2024, signed by Mayor Perfecto Fidel, states that the compressed workweek scheme will start on May 6 and last until July...
BOSTON (AP) — If this playoff run is about redemption for the Boston Celtics, it had to start with exacting some revenge against the Miami Heat. Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown, right, slams a dunk against Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo during the first half of Game 5 of an NBA basketball...
The Department of Health (DOH) warned of the high likelihood of heat stroke as temperatures soar and reminded the public to remain alert and ensure to stay cool and well-hydrated. (Noel B. Pabalate / Manila Bulletin) DOH Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Albert Domingo explained the importance...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said 39 areas in the country may experience “dangerous” heat indices on Thursday, May 2. Photo from Pixabay PAGASA said a heat index of 48 degrees Celsius (°C) may be experienced in Central...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that 33 areas experienced "dangerous" heat indices on Wednesday, May 1. Photo from Pixabay PAGASA recorded heat index of 48°C in CBSUA-Pili, Camarines Sur, and Catarman, Northern Samar, while...
ILOILO CITY – At least 28 students fainted due to the extreme heat during the opening parade of the San Dionisio town festival in Iloilo province on Labor Day. TWENTY-EIGHT students fainted during a festival performance in San Dionisio, Iloilo on May 1. The San Dionisio Municipal Disaster...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said 35 areas may face “dangerous” heat indices on Wednesday, May 1. MB FILE PAGASA said a heat index of 48 degrees Celsius (°C) may be felt in CBSUA-Pili, Camarines Sur, while heat index of 47°C may be...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that 34 areas experienced a "dangerous" heat index on Tuesday, April 30. Pixabay PAGASA recorded a heat index of 48°C in Dagupan City, Pangasinan, and 47°C in Aparri, Cagayan; Central Bicol...
MIAMI (AP) — The good news for the Miami Heat is that the Boston Celtics might not be back in South Florida for a few months. And that’s also the bad news for the Heat. Boston Celtics guard Derrick White scores over Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro during the first half of Game 4 of an NBA...
