Towns declare emergency due to fuel scarcity
April 3, 2026
Towns in the Philippines are declaring a state of calamity over fuel shortages and energy crisis brought about by the US/Israel attacks against Iran.
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Maundy Thursday arrests of elderly women activists ‘calculated, cruel’ – rights group
April 3, 2026
“Josephine and Ma. Luisa are not, and never will be, criminals. They are development workers who have devoted their lives to uplifting marginalized communities. They lead their families and communities in demanding accountability from the State, after what happened to their loved ones,” Palabay emphasized.
Insiders: DOH wastes P1.5 billion worth of medicines
April 3, 2026
A 33-page complaint was filed with the country’s Office of the Ombudsman on Tuesday by a group that identified themselves as “concerned Department of Health (DoH) personnel,” accusing health secretary Ted Herbosa and 16 other officials of graft and of serious dishonesty.
Less tourists in Baguio this Holy Week
April 3, 2026
Journalist Kim Quitasol said that she feels bad for the small businesses affected by reduced tourist arrivals. “There is now less income for the vegetable vendors, transient house operations, souvenir sellers at our tourist spots,” she added.
Food as part of Lenten abstinence
April 2, 2026
Catholics in the predominantly Christian country developed meals and snacks that are without meat or seafood, in keeping with the spirit of abstinence that should be the prevailing mood of the occasion. Regions of the Philippines have their own favorites, and here are some of them.
BFP fires hundreds of inspectors suspected of corruption
April 2, 2026
Fire extinguishers “forcibly” sold by inspectors or their affiliates—often in exchange for issuing business permits—are typically marked up several times the standard market price, often costing around ₱5,000. A standard 10-pound fire extinguishers may be bought for only ₱1,000 to ₱2,500 and may even be cheaper online.
Erupting volcanoes as tourism attractions in the Philippines
April 2, 2026
Mayon Volcano’s crater glowed with lava and its slopes were streaked in red while an ash plume rose by an estimated 500 meters into the air on Tuesday night.
Which SEA countries are best prepared for energy crunch amid West Asian war?
April 1, 2026
Renewable energy production is a weak 22% to 30% of the Philippines’ total electricity generation in 2024, with geothermal and hydropower being the largest contributors. It still relies heavily on coal for about 44%–60% of its power, aiming to increase the renewable share to 35% by 2030.
Medicines feared to become more expensive because of the West Asian war
April 1, 2026
With several types of medicines derived from petrochemicals – such as aspirin, paracetamol, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, antihistamines, sedatives and various antibiotics – ingredients for drug manufacturing may eventually become more prohibitive in the country.
AFP officer killed in attack on NPA’s anniversary
March 31, 2026
The battalion said it captured alleged NPA fighter, later identified as Charlize Garzon, a magna cum laude AB Arts Management alumna of the College of Saint Benilde in Manila.
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