Private Schools Get Blended Learning Flexibility Amid Energy Emergency
Private schools may adopt blended learning to cut operational costs during national energy emergency, DepEd announces.
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DOLE Reminds Employers of April 9 Holiday Compensation Rules
Department of Labor and Employment reminds employers of mandatory holiday pay requirements for Day of Valor regular holiday on April 9, 2026.
DFA Extends Passport Processing to 15 Days Due to Supply Issues
DFA warns new passport applications filed since late March face extended 15-day processing due to Middle East supply chain disruptions.
Filipina Perishes in Haifa Strike, War Claims Third Life
A Filipina national was killed in a missile attack on a residence in Haifa on April 5, marking the second Filipino death in the current conflict.
PMA Sets Up Dumaguete Testing Site for 2026 Military Cadets
Philippine Military Academy designates Dumaguete City as official examination center, opens email applications for aspiring cadets from Negros Oriental.
Bohol Capital Rolls Out ₱5K Cash Aid for 2,959 Tricycle Operators
Tagbilaran City distributes ₱5,000 cash relief to 2,959 registered tricycle drivers Wednesday at three school venues with digital queuing system.
World-Class Violinist KayCee Galano to Grace Dumaguete Stage
Filipino violin virtuoso KayCee Galano returns to Silliman University for a premier recital on May 5, marking a homecoming for the international performer.
House Subpoenas VP Duterte Bagman for April 14 Hearing
House Committee on Justice orders detained Ramil Madriaga to testify on confidential funds handling in VP Sara Duterte impeachment case.
US Conducts Complex Rescue Mission Deep Inside Iran
Three US airmen recovered alive after 48-hour combat search-and-rescue operation in Iranian territory following F-15E Strike Eagle shootdown.
No tsunami threat to Philippines from M 7.6 Indonesia quake – PHIVOLCS
PHIVOLCS reports no destructive tsunami threat to the Philippines from a magnitude 7.6 earthquake in the Molucca Sea off Indonesia.
NPA Member Charged with Murder in Army Officer’s Death
Charleze Garzon faces murder charges for Captain Dean Oyando’s death during March 29 encounter in Occidental Mindoro.
Philippines: Government Work-from-Home Set for Holy Week
Government employees to work from home Wednesday morning, with work suspended from noon onwards for Holy Week observance.
Tanjay: Mayor Orlino Delivers 4th State of City Address
Tanjay City Mayor Jose Orlino presented comprehensive achievements and future plans during his 4th State of the City Address on March 27, 2026.
Korean Budget Airlines Suspend Cebu Flights Amid Fuel Crisis
Jin Air and Air Busan halt Busan-Cebu routes in April citing unprofitability as Middle East tensions drive up oil prices.
Bangsamoro: Five Police Officers Killed in Maguindanao Ambush
An ambush in Maguindanao del Sur kills five police officers, prompting strong condemnation from Bangsamoro Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua.
Marcos Calls for Unity, Compassion This Holy Week 2026
President Marcos Jr. urges Filipinos to deepen faith and serve others during Holy Week, calling for unity toward a compassionate Bagong Pilipinas.
Negros Oriental: Maayo Shipping Adjusts Holy Week Routes
Maayo Shipping announces modified ferry schedules for Holy Week 2026, with complete suspensions on Sibulan-Liloan route during Good Friday and Black Saturday.
NORECO II: Scheduled Power Interruption in Sibulan, Valencia on March 28
Negros Oriental II Electric Cooperative (NORECO II) announces a power interruption in Sibulan and Valencia on March 28, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM for pole relocation and vegetation clearing.
