Monthly Archives: May 2026

4 areas in Rizal, Batangas log dangerous heat index

LUCENA CITY, Quezon – Despite the looming rainy season, scorching temperatures persisted on Wednesday as four localities in Rizal and Batangas provinces logged dangerous heat index levels. The Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office in Cuenca, Batangas, said in a social media post that the town may have reached 47°C as of 1 p.m. The data was

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Palace declares special non-working days in June in 5 localities

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang has declared special non-working days in five localities for the celebration of their respective anniversaries and special occasions. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. issued Proclamation No. 1260, declaring June 6 a special non-working day in Bamban, Tarlac, for the celebration of Bamban Day. He also signed Proclamation No. 1261, declaring June 16

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Pagcor launches 24/7 gambling problem helpline

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) on Tuesday launched its National Problem Gambling Helpline (NPGH) to address the growing online gambling addiction among Filipinos. Callers may reach the helpline at (02) 8248-9568 to directly connect them to trained counselors for confidential support and counseling for those experiencing gaming-related issues. The hotline is

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Lito Lapid Says “Mahal kita” To Pia Cayetano

Lito Lapid and Pia Cayetano had this light moment during a recent Senate session Senator Lito Lapid said “mahal kita” to Senator Pia Cayetano, and this garnered teasing reactions from people at the Senate plenary session. Lapid transitioned from showbiz to politics years ago, and while he is serving as a Senator, he still does ... Read more

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