Catarman Shines in Sto. Niño 2026 and Tarum Festival

In a town where faith flows as steadily as the sea breeze, Catarman once again proved why its festivals are more than dates on a calendar.

Where Faith Flows and Culture Dances

At least three barangays in Sogod, Southern Leyte have tested positive for African swine fever (ASF), prompting the local government to step up measures to combat the spread of the virus. 

Sogod steps up anti-ASF measures

‘Parang Papunta sa Abroad Yung Presyo!’

For veteran comedian Pooh, also known as Reynold Garcia, checking flight prices recently turned into an unexpected punchline, one that many Filipinos instantly related to.

Pooh Calls Out High Airfare

Two bays in Eastern Visayas continue to be under a shellfish ban following the confirmation of the presence of red tide in their waters.

Red tide warning remains on 2 EV bays

Eastern Visayas recorded a sharp decline in export earnings in October 2025, with the total value of exports dropping by 89.1 percent to USD 23.80 million from USD 217.87 million in the same month last year, according to preliminary data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

Eastern Visayas Exports Fall 89.1% in October 2025

For decades, Santa Rosa City has led the way in the transformation of Laguna from a predominantly-agricultural province to one of the largest industrial hubs outside Metro Manila.

PH's first hyperscale data center opens in Santa Rosa City

Before Regine Velasquez became a household name and one of the Philippines’ most celebrated entertainers, her journey began in humble surroundings in Hinundayan, Southern Leyte.

Regine Velasquez: From Southern Leyte Roots to Asia’s Songbird

How would you feel if you learned that you will have to pay somebody else’s debt?

MERALCO OWES, CONSUMERS PAY

As part of honoring the contributions of the Filipino worker last Labor Day, May 1, the Social Security System (SSS) said it has rolled out enhanced and expanded programs for its members.

Enhanced programs for SSS members

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Brace yourselves, San Pedrenses: heavy traffic is coming (again).

(Un)Common Sense

I watched Korina Sanchez’s popular show, Rated K, and one January 18, 2026 episode segment titled “Alien Blood” grabbed my attention. It featured singers and actors Rannie Raymundo, his brother Lance, and Brazilian TV personality and actress Daiana Menezes - who have asserted that they possess alien blood and are part human, part alien, or hybrids, as they put it. I’ve got to be honest: it stirred something in me. If ordinary folks can discuss “alien blood” with such certainty, it pushes me to be more open in conversation and to write more about my longtime thoughts: that we’re not alone and that each of us carries elements of something cosmic inside.

Cosmic Bloodlines: When Scriptures Admit Extraterrestrial Roots

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Sen. Panfilo Lacson has repeatedly stated that the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee, which he chairs, will follow the evidence wherever it leads.

Where is the Evidence?

I AM BACK

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. did the right thing by assuring that he will not declare China's ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan persona non grata.

Marcos did the right thing 

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...The wrong match does not just break hearts. It breaks futures.

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My memories of Raul

The name Raoul Aragon, formerly spelled Raul Aragon when he started his acting career with Lea Productions, will always be etched not only in my heart and mind but most especially to the public's consciousness.