The Department of Social Welfare and Development released P884,778,900 to support sugarcane farmers and laborers in Negros Island. The aid is for those affected by red-striped soft-scale insect infestations.
PhilippinesA 15-year-old boy who admitted to killing his mother is expected to face parricide charges. Police are preparing the necessary documents for the prosecutor's office.
Seadrif and Gallagher Re signed a joint grant agreement with ISF for a Philippines risk financing programme. Details developing.
No bettor won the P333.42 million Grand Lotto 6/55 or the P15 million Mega Lotto 6/45 in the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office draws. The winning numbers were announced on November 4, 2026.
Negros OccidentalReligious services were held across Negros Island on Wednesday to commemorate the anniversary of Typhoon Tino, which struck on November 4, 2025, killing 106 residents and leaving 34 missing. The Negros Occidental provincial government held a Holy Mass at its Capitol in Bacolod City.
RizalManila Water announced that emergency repairs and scheduled maintenance beginning Wednesday evening will affect water service in several Metro Manila and Rizal areas. The company said maintenance activities aim to sustain 24-hour water supply to residential homes.
PhilippinesSenator Mark Villar urged stronger food security measures in response to the impending El Niño. He warned of potential disruptions to food production and distribution.
IloiloSome schools suspended in-person classes on Thursday, November 5, due to extreme heat conditions. Several educational institutions in Western Visayas and Iloilo City are affected.
A 38-year-old man was arrested in Zamboanga del Sur in connection with suspected smuggled cigarettes valued at P5.78 million. The arrest occurred during an anti-smuggling operation.
PhilippinesThe Bureau of Jail Management and Penology stated that initial CCTV footage did not show any power or CCTV interruption. Review of footage also showed no movement of a former House official.
PhilippinesVice President Sara Duterte's defense team will present a former law dean as a witness. They intend to refute claims of unexplained wealth amassed in office.
IsabelaPolice discovered an alleged arms cache containing bullets and explosives in Roxas, Isabela. A tip from a rebel returnee led officers to the buried weapons.
PhilippinesThe head of the OECD's Nuclear Energy Agency expressed skepticism about the Philippines' 2032 nuclear power goal. He suggested achieving the target within six years is unlikely.
PhilippinesNaga City has boosted its water conservation campaign in anticipation of a prolonged dry spell from Super El Niño. Officials urged early conservation due to insufficient rain.
PhilippinesAtty. John Benedict Teston Tigson has been named the new general manager of People's Television Network. He took his oath of office on Wednesday.
PhilippinesThe digital economy contributed 9.8% to the Philippine economy in 2025. Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have opportunities to expand reach and sales online.
PhilippinesVice President Sara Duterte's defense team requested the Senate impeachment court reject prosecution evidence. They argued the records are inadmissible, irrelevant, and insufficient.
Zamboanga del SurTwenty-five fisherfolk in Margosatubig, Zamboanga del Sur received 11,000 kilograms of seaweed propagules. The distribution aimed to boost local aquaculture and livelihoods.
PhilippinesFormer Rep. Robert Ace Barbers called on Vice President Sara Z. Duterte to provide documentation of her business divestments. He cited discrepancies in her asset declarations.
PhilippinesRep. Rodgrigo "Rodge" Gutierrez backed a call to eliminate caps on motorcycle taxi riders. He described current regulations as out of step with urban transit needs.
The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines is conducting website maintenance. This interruption affects the availability of visa inquiry forms.
PhilippinesJacob Ang, the youngest son of Ramon Ang, has joined the Ginebra board. He is the fourth member of the Ang family to serve on the nine-member board.
PhilippinesRep. Brian Poe plans to file a bill addressing the issue of discarded pet remains. The proposed legislation is named the Companion Animal After-Life Care and Protection Act.
PhilippinesPhilippine Army and Joint Task Force Central personnel were recognized for their security operations. These operations covered the Bangsamoro parliament's inaugural session and the election of its chief minister.
PhilippinesManila Water is enhancing its El Niño preparedness by utilizing six water treatment plants with a combined capacity of 1,980 million liters per day. Two additional major facilities are also being advanced.
PhilippinesExecutive Order No. 130 establishes updated guidelines for declaring school closures. The order modifies previous blanket suspension procedures.
PhilippinesA 59-year-old teacher died after his car collided with a passenger bus in Laoang, Northern Samar. The victim was pronounced dead on arrival at G.B. Tan Memorial Hospital.
PhilippinesThe Department of Health reported a 31 percent increase in influenza-like illness cases nationwide over two weeks. The DOH recorded 15,042 cases from October 1 to October 14.
CebuSurvivors in Cebu are working to reclaim what they lost after Typhoon Tino. Gina Paumba lost her house and seven years of memories.
PhilippinesButuan City recorded a heat index of 42 to 45 degrees Celsius for a second consecutive day. Health advisories and calls for class suspensions were issued.
