Kin of victims of Naga accident rejects suspect’s apology

Emmariel Ares 12/27/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The 21-year-old man who caused the accident that killed a father and daughter on Christmas Day in Naga City, Cebu has apologized to the victims’ relatives. In an interview with local media, Wise…

Naga Christmas accident: Raps filed against erring SUV driver

Emmariel Ares 12/27/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Police have filed charges of reckless imprudence resulting in homicide, serious physical injury, and damage to property against 21-year-old Wise Knight Sejalbo Dela Torre on Friday morning, December 27. Dela Torre was arrested…

Naga Christmas accident: Motorcycle driver succumbs to injuries

Emmariel Ares 12/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The patriarch of the family who were involved in a road accident in Naga City, Cebu on Christmas Day,  December 25, has succumbed to his injuries. According to police, they received news at…

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…

DOH: Firework-related injuries rise to 43 on Christmas Day

Zacarian Sarao 12/25/2024

MANILA, Philippines — The number of recorded firework-related injuries rose to 43 on Christmas Day, said the Department of Health (DOH). According to the DOH in a statement, the injuries were recorded from December 22 until 6…

Marcos Christmas message: Love, peace, happiness for Filipinos

Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos - Philippine News Agency 12/25/2024

MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday has expressed optimism that love and peace will prevail, as Filipinos reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. In his message, Marcos said Christmas is a crucial part…

Want to know how carolers do it in Dumaguete City? Read on

Immae Lachica 12/24/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— In the Philippines we take a lot of things seriously during the holidays. From decorating our homes to thinking of how our Christmas gatherings can be one for the books, the Philippines is indeed…

DOH cautions vs holiday heart syndrome

Ma. Teresa Montemayor - Philippine News Agency 12/23/2024

MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday cautioned about holiday heart syndrome which may be caused by too much alcohol, stress, lack of rest, and salty foods. In a statement, Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa reminded…

San Francisco rolls out Pinoy Christmas-themed cable car

INQUIRER.net US Bureau 12/23/2024

SAN FRANCISCO – The Filipino Christmas-themed cable car is once again spreading holiday cheer while showcasing Filipino culture in San Francisco. For the second year in a row, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) has partnered…

PCG logs over 42,000 Christmas travelers at ports

Dianne Sampang 12/23/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Christmas travel is expected to peak this week, and already, government authorities have recorded at least 42,000 travelers at various ports nationwide. According to a Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) report, passengers across all ports…

Rain expected in parts of PH on Dec 24-25 due to 3 systems

Dianne Sampang 12/23/2024

MANILA, Philippines — It looks like a wet Christmas for some as the state weather service forecasts rain showers in parts of the country on December 24 and 25 due to three systems. According to the Philippine…

Archbishop Palma calls for deeper reflection on the Christmas Belen

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 12/22/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A few more days until Christmas, and Catholics around the world will celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. On this occasion, Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma encourages the faithful to reflect on the scenes…

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