Monthly Archives: May 2026

German national dies after returning to burning pension house

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — A German national who had initially escaped a burning pension house died after reportedly going back inside the building during a fire in Barangay Guizo, Mandaue City early Friday morning, May 29. The victim was identified as Thomas Hans Schiemmer, of legal age, whose body was later found inside one of

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Legarda leads diagnosis of Antique-Aklan power, connectivity gaps

MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda led a substantive diagnosis of the power and connectivity challenges affecting Antique and Aklan and secured commitments for coordinated public-private solutions, emphasizing that reliable electricity and accessible internet are essential to inclusive local development, tourism, education, livelihood, public services, and investment. During a multi-sector briefing at

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No arrest warrant yet for Estrada’s plunder rap due to court motions

MANILA, Philippines — As of Friday evening, the Sandiganbayan’s Fifth Division has yet to issue an arrest warrant for the non-bailable plunder, as well as graft case, against Sen. Jinggoy Estrada, former Department of Works and Highways (DPWH) chief Manuel Bonoan and three other officials. The office of the Fifth Division clerk of court told reporters

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Suspect in deadly 2025 election shooting in Negros arrested

BACOLOD CITY—A 43-year-old man wanted for a violent May 2025 election day shooting in Silay City, Negros Occidental has been arrested. The shooting last year killed two people and left eight others injured. The Police Regional Office Negros Island Region (PRO NIR) said police officers captured the suspect, identified only by his alias “Clar,” during

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Is it wrong to talk about changing Senate rules? – Cayetano

MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano is now asking the public whether it’s wrong to talk about changing the rules, amid a public uproar over proposals from Sen. Rodante Marcoleta about allowing remote participation and voting on matters up for plenary consideration. In a Facebook livestream on Friday, Cayetano raised this question while also

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“Domeng” May Become a Typhoon but Expected to Stay Away from Land – PAGASA

PAGASA: “Domeng” Strengthens Over Luzon Waters, No Landfall Seen PAGASA – Tropical Storm “Domeng” continues to gain strength as it moves east of Luzon, with PAGASA warning that it could intensify into a typhoon in the coming days. The tropical storm “Domeng” has slightly intensified as it continues to move over the waters east of ... Read more

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Senate Probe On Flood Control Scam Set To Return

Flood Control Scam Hearing Resumes June 4 as Senators Push Urgent Investigation FLOOD CONTROL SCAM – Lawmakers are preparing to continue the high-profile probe into alleged irregularities in flood control projects. Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano announced that the Senate investigation into the alleged flood control scam will continue on June 4, as lawmakers push ... Read more

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Atom Araullo’s Speech for Kids Hits Adults Hard Online

Why Adults Are Relating to Atom Araullo’s Graduation Message ATOM ARAULLO – Broadcast journalist Atom Araullo may have been speaking to Grade 6 students, but many adults found themselves reflecting on his surprisingly relatable advice. Award-winning broadcast journalist Atom Araullo recently returned to a place filled with memories and life lessons as he addressed the ... Read more

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