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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to safeguard truth, use technology responsibly, and help rebuild trust in society as the nation marked the 128th anniversary of Philippine Independence on Friday, June 12. In his Independence Day message, Marcos said the country continues to face significant challenges despite having long achieved freedom from colonial rule. He stressed that the responsibility of protecting the nation's hard-earned liberty now rests on every […]

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has ordered the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to conduct a separate investigation into the deaths of two members of the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) men’s basketball team who drowned during a team-building activity in Aurora province on June 8. The DOJ announced on Wednesday that it had instructed the NBI to create a task force to investigate the incident and determine whether criminal […]

More than 2,000 aftershocks have been recorded following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck offshore Maasim, Sarangani on June 8, as rescue and relief operations continue across affected areas in Mindanao, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). In an update released Wednesday, Phivolcs reported that a total of 2,023 aftershocks had been recorded as of 7 a.m. following the powerful earthquake that caused widespread damage to […]

Ateneo de Manila University is mourning the loss of two members of its men’s basketball program who died in a drowning incident during a team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora, on Monday. The victims were identified as Rene Baterbonia, 19, and Divine Adili, 21, both members of the Ateneo Blue Eagles basketball team. The tragedy has sent shockwaves through the university community and the Philippine basketball scene. In an official statement […]

State seismologists on Monday issued a tsunami warning for several provinces in Mindanao and the Sulu archipelago after a strong magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Sarangani province early in the morning. According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs), the earthquake occurred at 7:37 a.m. and had a depth of 10 kilometers. The offshore quake generated concerns over possible tsunami waves that could affect nearby […]

The New York Knicks moved within two wins of their first NBA championship in more than five decades after holding off a late rally from the San Antonio Spurs to claim a 105-104 victory in Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Finals on Friday night. The Knicks now hold a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series after surviving a dramatic finish that saw San Antonio erase a double-digit second-half deficit […]

A proposed coastal highway that would connect the northern and southern parts of Cebu Island has moved closer to implementation after being endorsed to the Regional Development Council (RDC) for a feasibility study, provincial officials said. The project, which aims to establish a major transportation corridor along Cebu’s coastlines, is being considered as a long-term infrastructure initiative intended to improve connectivity, reduce traffic congestion, enhance road safety, and support economic […]

Thousands of runners, fitness enthusiasts, volunteers, and supporters came together for the Cebu IPI Run 2026, transforming the city into a vibrant celebration of health, wellness, and community engagement. Participants from various age groups and backgrounds took part in the annual running event, which drew crowds eager to challenge themselves, achieve personal milestones, and promote active lifestyles. From seasoned athletes aiming for personal bests to first-time runners crossing the finish […]

Several attendees at BaiCon 2026 at Lapulapu City reported damage to their smartphones and camera equipment after being exposed to laser lights installed at the event entrance during the opening day on Saturday, May 30, at The Mactan Newtown grounds. Complaints began circulating on social media shortly after the event, with attendees alleging that the laser installation at the entrance damaged camera sensors on smartphones and other recording devices. Most […]