Sulu Communities Hand Over 5 Firearms in Peace Drive
Five firearms voluntarily surrendered by civilians in Tapul and Panamao municipalities as part of campaign for gun-free communities in Sulu.
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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.
Dumaguete: City Opens Educational Assistance Program
Dumaguete City accepts applications for Educational Assistance Program for college students from May 4-29, 2026, with income requirements and residency criteria.
Artemis II Crew Breaks Apollo Records in Historic Moon Mission
Four astronauts aboard Orion spacecraft set to break Apollo 13’s distance record Monday, traveling farther from Earth than any human in history.
American Pope Leo XIV Speaks Against Iran Conflict During Easter
Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV delivers unprecedented criticism of U.S. military action against Iran throughout Holy Week celebrations.
Captured Diary Exposes Daily Struggles of NPA Mountain Life
Military recovers notebook from March 29 clash in Occidental Mindoro, detailing daily life and operations of captured NPA member.
American Military Officer Freed in High-Risk Iran Rescue Op
A complex multi-aircraft operation involving hundreds of personnel successfully extracted a missing U.S. weapons officer from Iranian territory after days-long search.
K-Pop Star’s Cebu Taxi Complaint Triggers LTFRB Action
TXT leader Soobin’s overcharging complaint leads to 30-day taxi suspension and April 21 hearing by transport regulators.
Marcos Says Easter Message Should Inspire a More United Bagong Pilipinas
President Marcos urged Filipinos on Easter Sunday to choose compassion, unity and hope, calling for a Bagong Pilipinas defined by care for one another.
Philippines Secures Safe Passage for Vessels in Strait of Hormuz
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines has confirmed that Philippine-flagged vessels, energy shipments, and Filipino seafarers will have safe and unhindered passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This assurance comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East that have created disruptions in global oil supply, influencing a spike in oil prices worldwide. Read more about Philippines Secures Safe Passage for Vessels in Strait of Hormuz
UP Leads PH Top 10 in QS Asia 2026 University Rankings
University of the Philippines tops Philippine universities in QS Asia 2026 rankings, followed by Ateneo and De La Salle in the top three positions.
Visayas Universities Dominate: 4 Schools in PH Top 20
Four Visayas universities secure top 20 spots in 2026 Philippine rankings, with USC 8th, Silliman 10th, UP Visayas 14th, and VSU 19th.
Dumaguete: NOrPPO’s 3rd Command Conference and Major Arrest
The Negros Oriental Police held its 3rd Command Conference on April 2, 2026, announcing a major arrest of the Regional Most Wanted Person in Tayasan.
Eastern Visayas: 8ID Reports 14 Rebels Neutralized
Army’s 8th Infantry Division neutralizes 14 Communist rebels in Eastern Visayas, including surrender of high-ranking leader Gilbert Gerbon.
DOLE Issues Maundy Thursday Holiday Pay Guidelines
Department of Labor and Employment reminds employers of holiday pay rules for Maundy Thursday, with workers entitled to 100-200% wage compensation.
Sulu Peace Campaign Yields 95 Firearms Since January
Military reports 95 firearms voluntarily surrendered in Sulu since January as community-led peace campaign gains momentum across the province.
Dumaguete: 3 Summa Cum Laudes Lead 1,104 SU Graduates
Three summa cum laude awardees lead Silliman University’s 1,104 graduates during the 113th Commencement Exercises on March 29, 2026.
Balikatan 2026 Builds Classrooms in Quezon Province
AFP and US forces break ground on two-classroom building in San Narciso, Quezon to serve 573 students under Exercise Balikatan 41-2026.
