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LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Disaster management officials in Central Visayas are pushing to establish dedicated active shooter protocols and drills as authorities strengthen preparedness for man-made emergencies. The initiative follows the recent school shooting in Tacloban City and an alleged shooting threat against a public school in Batangas, which have heightened concerns over campus safety.

MANILA, Philippines — Manila Water is rolling out its July desludging schedule, encouraging customers in covered areas to take part in a regular maintenance program that helps ensure safe, efficient, and reliable septic systems. Desludging is a routine service that removes accumulated sludge from septic tanks, preventing blockages, foul odors, and potential overflows. Regular maintenance helps

MANILA, Philippines—No bettor won the jackpot prizes in the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office’s (PCSO) Grand Lotto 6/55 and MegaLotto 6/45 draws on Wednesday, July 1. According to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office, the winning combination for Grand Lotto 6/55 was 26-42-06-46-44-32. No ticket matched all six numbers, leaving the estimated jackpot of about ₱55.98 million

MANILA, Philippines — There is no greater gift than the chance to watch a child grow up healthy. For families raising children with congenital and acquired heart diseases, that chance often depends on timely diagnosis, access to specialized treatment, and the generosity of people willing to help shoulder the burden. Across the Philippines, organizations such

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday said he is “confident” that members of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) will not cause trouble during their ongoing rally, but he also expressed concern over reports of planned agitation or infiltration in other areas. The remark came as the religious group held the second day of

MANILA, Philippines — The newly created school counselor posts approved by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) will strengthen the mental health services available to students, Education Secretary Sonny Angara said on Wednesday. According to a DepEd statement, the positions were created under the Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion Act, or Republic Act No. 12080,

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – Two students were wounded in a stabbing incident inside Cabaluay National High School in Zamboanga City Wednesday morning, following what authorities said was a fistfight allegedly triggered by bullying. Police identified the suspect only as “Aga,” a 17-year-old Grade 11 student, while the victims are both aged 16. All

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – A police officer was gunned down by still unidentified motorcycle-riding assailants in Barangay Tikwas in Dumalinao, Zamboanga del Sur Wednesday afternoon. Lt. Phillip Basaya Jr., chief of the Dumalinao Municipal Police Station, identified the victim as Police Corporal Armaejo Unab Jornadal, 36, a resident of Barangay Kalubi, San Miguel

MANILA, Philippines — The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) on Wednesday announced that it will move its protest to Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila. This came after the Quezon City Department of Public Order and Safety revoked the INC’s rally permit for Thursday, July 2. “We will go to the place where we can gather, without the

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Visiting teams made an early statement as the Sinag Liga Asya (SLA) Junior World Showcase tipped off on Wednesday, July 1, at various venues across Cebu City. Leading the opening-day fireworks was Tumakbo California’s Mike Yao Naughton, who erupted for 53 points to power his team to a thrilling 93-90 victory