Minglanilla accident: Minibus driver, victims settle amicably

Emmariel Ares 12/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The driver of the minibus that crashed into a house in a Minglanilla accident last Monday, December 23, and the victims who sustained injuries have reached an amicable settlement.  Motorists had to endure…

2025: List of long weekends for the entire year

Pia Piquero 12/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The year 2025 promises to be filled with opportunities for Filipinos to enjoy long weekends, whether for rest, travel, or quality time with loved ones. With a mix of regular holidays, special non-working…

PCSO: P202.5M Grand Lotto 6/55 jackpot to go up in next draw

Christopher Lloyd Caliwan - Philippine News Agency 12/26/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos can still have a shot at becoming a millionaire if they can win the multimillion peso jackpot prize of the Grand Lotto 6/55 this Saturday, December 28. This is after no one guessed…

MCIA launches 24/7 modern jeepney route for passengers

Morexette Marie B. Erram 12/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Good news for passengers and employees at the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA). They now have the option to take a modern jeepney when going to and from the airport. Last Dec. 16, stakeholders…

China slams PH defense chief over missile plan, CPC criticism

Jane Bautista - @inquirerdotnet 12/26/2024

MANILA, Philippines — The Chinese Embassy in Manila strongly criticized Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Wednesday for his recent remarks against the Communist Party of China (CPC). Teodoro had defended the Philippines’ plan to purchase midrange…

Japan Airlines reports cyber attack, flights may be impacted

AFP 12/26/2024

Tokyo, Japan — Japan Airlines on Thursday reported a cyber attack which it said could impact flights, without offering further details. “We can confirm that we have been subjected to a cyber attack and are addressing the…

Blake Lively: Her claims about movie co-star smear campaign get support

Associated Press 12/26/2024

NEW YORK — Blake Lively’s claims that “It Ends With Us” director and co-star Justin Baldoni unleashed a smear campaign against her have gained support from a new lawsuit that Baldoni’s former publicist filed against him. The…

‘Amihan’, ITCZ to bring rains over parts of Luzon, Mindanao

Philippine News Agency 12/26/2024

MANILA – The impact of the northeast monsoon or “amihan” has lessened but will continue to bring light to moderate rains over the eastern section of Northern Luzon, the weather bureau said. Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services…

Baby freezes to death overnight in Gaza

Associated Press 12/26/2024

JERUSALEM — A baby girl froze to death overnight in Gaza, while Israel and Hamas accused each other of complicating ceasefire efforts that could wind down the 14-month war. The 3-week old baby was the third to…

Pope Francis calls for ‘arms to be silenced’ in Christmas appeal

Agence France Presse 12/26/2024

ROME, Italy — Pope Francis called Wednesday for “arms to be silenced” around the world in his Christmas address, appealing for peace in the Middle East, Ukraine and Sudan as he denounced the “extremely grave” humanitarian situation…

On Christmas Day, Kanlaon Volcano spews 300-meter ash plume

Zacarian Sarao 12/25/2024

MANILA, Philippines — The Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island spewed ash 300 meters above its crater in the afternoon of Christmas Day, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). According to Phivolcs in an…

Filipinos in Canada keep Christmas tradition alive with ‘Simbang Gabi’

Dianne Sampang - @inquirerdotnet 12/25/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Wherever a Filipino may be, the cherished tradition of completing the “Simbang Gabi” remains vibrant and alive. Simbang Gabi is a series of nine early dawn or night masses, which is fundamental to the…

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