Magnitude 4.6 Aftershock Rattles Mindanao After Sarangani 7.8 Quake
A 4.6-magnitude aftershock struck southwest of Balut Island on June 8, 2026, following the powerful Mw7.8 Sarangani earthquake, with shaking felt across several Mindanao provinces.
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Habagat Brings Rain Hazards to Luzon and Beyond on June 7
Moisture-laden southwest monsoon winds are pushing scattered rains and thunderstorms across the Philippines, with PAGASA flagging flash flood and landslide risks nationwide through June 8.
Dumaguete Eyes Outside Experts to Vet Market, City Hall Loans
An independent four-member panel of lawyers, engineers, and auditors may soon evaluate whether Dumaguete City’s proposed loan for two major infrastructure projects is fiscally sound.
Habagat Brings Heavy Rains and Flood Danger to Luzon
Strong southwest monsoon winds are drenching wide areas of Luzon on June 3, 2026, with PAGASA warning communities about flash flood and landslide risks through the following morning.
Philippine Senate Left in Limbo After Estrada’s CIDG Surrender
Monday’s Senate session failed to open on time after Senator Jinggoy Estrada surrendered to the CIDG on a non-bailable plunder warrant, leaving the majority bloc’s legislative footing increasingly uncertain.
Balinsasayao Twin Lakes: Negros Oriental’s ASEAN Heritage Gem
Perched in the misty highlands above Dumaguete City, Balinsasayao Twin Lakes Natural Park shelters 427 threatened species within a fully protected ASEAN Heritage site reachable in under an hour.
Cebuano Cadet Completes US Air Force Academy, Returns to Serve PAF
Earning honors and advanced military qualifications, a Cebuano PMA cadet finished a four-year program at the United States Air Force Academy and will now serve as a commissioned PAF officer.
US Embassy Manila Warns Americans About 2026 Typhoon Hazards
American citizens in the Philippines are urged to prepare emergency kits and monitor official weather forecasts as the 2026 typhoon season gets underway, the US Embassy in Manila has announced.
US Army Hawaii Commander Visits PH Army’s 2ID at Camp Capinpin
Major General James Bartholomees of the 25th Infantry Division visited the Philippine Army’s 2nd Infantry Division on May 25, 2026, reinforcing bilateral defense ties between Manila and Washington.
66-Year-Old Ayungon Woman Comes Home After 54 Years in Zamboanga
After more than five decades living far from Negros Oriental, a 66-year-old street dweller from Zamboanga City has been successfully reintegrated into her hometown of Ayungon through the DSWD’s Pag-Abot Program.
Slain Negros Occidental Cop PMSg Carampatana Buried With Full Honors
Full police honors were rendered to PMSg Davy Carampatana, killed during an anti-drug operation in La Castellana, at his burial in Isabela, Negros Occidental on May 24, 2026.
Batangas Lawmaker Vows 1M Rice Sacks for Aid-Excluded Families
Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste pledges 1 million sacks of rice for families excluded from government aid distribution amid political discrimination allegations.
Focus Crimes Drop Nearly 16% in 43 Days Under PNP’s Safer Cities Drive
The PNP reports a 15.99% drop in focus crimes nationwide after 43 days under the Safer Cities Initiative launched April 6, 2026.
Five-Nation Air Assault Drill Marks Salaknib Phase 2 Milestone
Philippine, US, Japanese, Australian, and New Zealand armies conducted a joint air assault drill on May 17, 2026, seizing a simulated target in Tarlac and Nueva Ecija.
Mag. 4.6 Quake Near Surigao del Norte Rattles Southern Leyte Towns
A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck near Burgos, Surigao del Norte on May 20, 2026, and was felt at Intensity II in several Southern Leyte towns.
Ten Nabbed in Basay as Cops Seize ₱40M Worth of Smuggled Smokes
Police seized over ₱40M worth of illicit cigarettes and arrested 10 individuals in a late-night operation in Basay, Negros Oriental on May 16, 2026.
NOrPPO Brings Drug, Road Safety Forum to 4,000 NORSU Students
NOrPPO gathered 4,000 NORSU students on May 14 for lectures on anti-illegal drugs, road safety, and anti-terrorism awareness.
Shots Fired at Senate as Dela Rosa Defies ICC Warrant Execution
Gunfire erupted inside the Philippine Senate in Pasay City on May 13 as Sen. Dela Rosa resisted an ICC arrest warrant. No casualties reported.
