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.
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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.
Negros Oriental’s Three Reps Back Sara Duterte Ouster
All three Negros Oriental district representatives voted YES in the House’s 257-25 impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte on May 11.
Dumaguete’s ₱1.948-B Market Loan Dwarfs Similar LGU Projects Nationwide
Dumaguete City’s proposed ₱1.948-billion public market would rank among the highest LGU loan-financed market projects in the Philippines, dwarfing comparable projects by up to five times.
NORECO II Suspends Power Cutoffs, Offers Installment Plan for May–July 2026
NORECO II suspends power disconnections and offers staggered payment for eligible consumers from May to July 2026 under EO No. 110.
PNP Records 63% Trust Score in OCTA’s Q1 2026 National Poll
Philippine National Police posts 63% trust and 61% satisfaction ratings in latest nationwide survey, with Mindanao leading regional scores.
Manila-Based US Embassy Warns Americans of NPA Combat Zones
US Embassy warns Americans to avoid NPA areas after April 19 clash killed two US citizens in operations across Leyte, Mindoro, Negros, Samar.
Weather Bureau: Scattered rains hit southern Philippines
PAGASA forecasts scattered rains for parts of Mindanao while most of the Philippines expects partly cloudy skies with isolated showers.
Philippine-US Forces Conduct Joint Air Defense Drills in Zambales
Philippine Air Force’s 960th Air and Missile Defense Wing conducted integrated air defense exercises with US forces in Zambales from April 26-29.
Thunderstorms, Rainy Weather Expected Across Negros Oriental
Rain showers and thunderstorms forecast for Negros Oriental and Visayas region through Friday, with temperatures reaching up to 33°C.
Six Mindanao Provinces Under Flash Flood Alert as Easterlies Persist
PAGASA warns of possible flash floods in six Mindanao provinces as easterlies continue affecting the entire country through tomorrow.
Guihulngan City Eyes Comprehensive Rabies Control Ordinance
Guihulngan City drafts comprehensive rabies prevention ordinance requiring annual dog vaccination and establishing control committees.
Police Master Sergeant Receives Final Honors at Bacolod Service
PMSg Romulo B Galvez Jr. was honored with full police ceremony at Forest Lake Memorial Park on April 26, 2026.
Secret Service Neutralizes Armed Threat at Press Dinner
President Trump and First Lady evacuated from WHCA dinner after gunman opened fire near ballroom, suspect killed by law enforcement.
Top Officials Pay Final Respects to Slain Police Officer
Interior Secretary Remulla and top police officials visit wake of PMSg Galvez, who died in line of duty during buy-bust operation.
Negros Occidental Police Bust Major Online Cockfighting Ring
Police dismantle illegal online cockfighting operation in Negros Occidental, arresting 30 individuals and rescuing two victims.
