Habagat Triggers Flood and Landslide Alerts Across Luzon
Monsoon-driven rains are sweeping large portions of Luzon on June 4, 2026, with PAGASA warning of flash floods and landslides in multiple regions through Friday morning.
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As Blue Ribbon Reconvenes, Public Records Put Negros Oriental in the Flood-Control Picture
Public records list 117 flood-control projects worth about ₱4.58 billion in Negros Oriental — and 7 of the 15 nationally-scrutinized contractors operate here. A neutral, sourced compilation.
Barzaga Expelled — But Can He Stage a Political Comeback?
Expulsion from the House does not strip Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga of his right to seek office again — pending criminal cases, not the congressional vote, pose the greater legal threat to any comeback bid.
PAGASA Forecasts Wet Wednesday for Negros Oriental and Visayas
Thunderstorms and rainshowers are set to roll across Negros Oriental and the broader Visayas on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, with PAGASA flagging partly cloudy to overcast conditions throughout the day.
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.
Wet Tuesday Ahead for Negros Oriental as Habagat Sets In
PAGASA has forecast rainshowers and thunderstorms across Negros Oriental and the Visayas on June 2, with afternoon thunderstorms likely amid southwest monsoon winds.
Habagat Brings Rain Threats to Luzon and Western Visayas
Heavy monsoon rains are threatening flash floods and landslides across western Luzon and Western Visayas as the Southwest Monsoon strengthens on June 2, 2026.
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.
Negros Oriental’s three districts drew about ₱15 billion in ‘allocables’ — the 2nd led the entire island region
Negros Oriental’s three congressional districts drew about ₱15.3 billion in DPWH “allocables” from 2023 to 2025 — over a third of the entire Negros Island Region, according to PCIJ data.
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.
PH-US Forces Hold 5-Day Naval Drills Near Panatag Shoal
Allied Philippine and American forces wrapped up a five-day maritime cooperative exercise near Bajo de Masinloc in the West Philippine Sea, covering search-and-rescue, boarding operations, and helicopter drills.
PhilSys ID Drive in Guihulngan City Set for June 1–6
Guihulngan City residents can register for a free National ID at the Mega Market from June 1 to 6, with slots organized by barangay schedule.
Negros Oriental Officer Takes Helm of PNP Maritime Group
Hailing from Negros Oriental, Police Brigadier General Crisaleo Tolentino was formally installed as Officer-in-Charge of the PNP Maritime Group during a ceremony at Camp Crame on May 28, 2026.
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.
Catanduanes VP, 11 Board Members Hit With 6-Month Suspension
Twelve Catanduanes provincial officials face a six-month suspension without pay after the Office of the Ombudsman found strong evidence of misconduct tied to alleged misuse of typhoon relief funds.
Ombudsman Files Plunder Case vs. Jinggoy Estrada Over P573-M Flood Funds
Plunder and graft charges have been brought against Senator Jinggoy Estrada by the Office of the Ombudsman, citing alleged kickbacks exceeding P573 million tied to DPWH flood control projects.
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.
Philippines, Thailand Air Forces Complete 8th Annual Defense Dialogue
Bilateral defense talks between the Philippine and Royal Thai air forces concluded at Villamor Air Base, advancing a five-year cooperation roadmap covering training, joint exercises, and information sharing.
