Krystal Mejes and the Roots That Ground Her in EV

In Philippine showbiz, where young stars often emerge from the country’s biggest cities, the story of Krystal Mejes stands out. Behind the rising actress’ growing list of television roles and accolades is a story that begins far from Manila’s bright lights and in the heart of Eastern Visayas.

The Wishful Waray

Amid surging global oil prices triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East, Alfred Romualdez, mayor of Tacloban City, has urged residents to adopt fuel-saving practices such as carpooling and walking while the local government rolls out austerity measures aimed at reducing fuel consumption and operational costs.


Romualdez says, Walk or Carpool to Save Fuel

Sixteen aspiring artists from the municipality of Tolosa gathered on March 21 at the campus of Daniel Z. Romualdez State Comprehensive School Of Fisheries (DZRSCSOF) for ARTraka ha Tolosa 2026, a community-based art workshop aimed at nurturing local creativity and strengthening the town’s growing art community.

ARTraka ha Tolosa 2026 Empowers Local Artists 

In the kitchens of Samar, the aroma of simmering coconut milk and leafy greens signals a dish deeply rooted in local life, pinangat.

Pinangat: A Taste of Samar Wrapped in Tradition

Biñan City LGU tackles oil crisis head-on

It has often been said that true governance is tested in times of need.

READY FOR THE WORST

TACLOBAN CITY — The Department of Energy (DOE) has officially deployed monitoring teams across Eastern Visayas to ensure the stability and accessibility of fuel supply amid rising global oil prices and potential distribution disruptions.

DOE Deploys Teams to Monitor Fuel Supply in EV

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

Government troops conducting pursuit operations in the mountainous areas of Hinabangan, Samar discovered the decomposing body of a suspected communist rebel several days after a brief armed encounter with insurgents. 

Remains Discovered After Army-Rebel Encounter 

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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Sa isang ulat na unang inilabas ng Philippine News Agency (PNA), muling naging sentro ng diskusyon ang mga pasilidad ng militar sa ilalim ng Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) sa pagitan ng Philippines at United States. Ngunit kasabay ng balitang ito ay lumitaw din ang reaksyon ng political commentator na si Ado Paglinawan, na ayon sa kanya ay tila nabura o hindi na lumabas sa naturang post ng ahensya.

EDCA: Proteksiyon ba o Panganib?

PERSPECTIVE

Imagine if your car is a clunky old Mitsubishi Pajero or any 8-cylinder gas-guzzler—you might decide to stay at home and limit your trips because of the high prices of gasoline, diesel and other petroleum products available today, if they are available.

FlorCruz has good news for motorists

SAMLANG

Sa loob ng isang Emergency Room, madalas nating marinig ang salitang "i-intubate." Para sa pamilya ng pasyenteng nag-aagaw-buhay, ito ang huling kapit sa patalim—ang nag-iisang "lifeline" para madugtungan ang hininga. Pero sa likod ng medikal na terminong ito, may katotohanang mas masakit pa sa mismong karamdaman: Ang mabuhay sa Pilipinas ay mahal, at ang mamatay ay mas lalong hindi libre.

Sa Pinas, kapag mahirap ka, patay ka?

The Equalizer

A true friend is tested in times of need, they say. So do our politicians.

The consequences of our votes

(Un)Common Sense

A few days ago, President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., announced that the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI) will cease operations on March 31, 2026. Despite its intended role in fighting corruption, it lasted only 6 months, leaving much unfinished business. 

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I AM BACK

Although there is an ongoing war in West Asia that started when the United States and Israel launched  coordinated missile strikes on Iran last February 28, China, just like other big countries, has refused to be involved.