The monsoon is expected to bring rains and thunderstorms over parts of Luzon and Visayas on Friday afternoon. Residents in these regions should prepare for wet weather conditions.

Residents in Western Visayas are advised to expect generally cloudy skies with rain showers and thunderstorms over the next five days due to the ongoing influence of the southwest monsoon.

The PDEA reported that 10,540 drug personalities availed of the government's rehabilitation program in May, while also destroying P132.5 million worth of drugs seized in Eastern Visayas.

The Philippine House of Representatives has approved an anti-dynasty bill, which is described as the 'most realistic' version despite not being widely applauded. This legislative move coincides with the Department of Agriculture's plans for rural infrastructure projects in Eastern Visayas.

A tropical depression located east of Visayas is still outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) but is expected to enter by Saturday night. Easterlies, enhanced by the depression, are forecast to bring rains over parts of Luzon and Visayas.

Consumers in Iloilo City, Philippines, are expected to see an increase in their electricity bills for June due to rising generation costs and a constrained power supply in the Visayas grid.

The Philippines' grid operator announced that the tight power supply situation in the Visayas region is projected to continue until August due to several major coal-fired power plants remaining offline.

Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8) has deployed over 300 personnel to potential election hotspot areas in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, in preparation for the upcoming 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE).

Senate President pro tempore Sherwin Gatchalian has requested an investigation into frequent red and yellow alerts from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) and recent power interruptions across Luzon and Visayas.

The National Police Commission (Napolcom) in Eastern Visayas has issued a warning to police officers, advising them against engaging in partisan activities on social media.

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) announced the activation of four new 911 emergency call system command centers in the Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, Western Visayas, and Eastern Visayas.

The National Police Commission (Napolcom) is investigating approximately 20 police personnel in Eastern Visayas for engaging in partisan political activities on social media, reiterating its warning against such conduct.

ILOILO CITY — Cloudy skies, scattered rain showers and thunderstorms are expected in most parts of the Visayas by June as the southwest monsoon (habagat) continues to affect the region, according to…

The Philippines recorded a dangerous heat index reaching 47°C in several areas on Thursday, May 28, with forecasts indicating similar conditions in 53 areas. This extreme heat persists in parts of Western Visayas even as the country begins its transition towards the rainy season.

Several areas across Mimaropa, Eastern Visayas, Rizal, and Batangas in the Philippines are experiencing dangerous heat index levels, posing health risks to residents.

Police Regional Office 6 in Western Visayas has intensified its campaign against local ordinance violators, flagging 9,000 individuals as part of efforts to maintain peace and order.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has ordered a major leadership reshuffle in Western Visayas, replacing Police Regional Office (PRO)-6 director Brig. Gen. Josefino Ligan.

Police in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, arrested 61 wanted individuals, including two suspects facing rape and child abuse charges, during simultaneous anti-criminality operations on Tuesday, May 19.

A court in Cebu City, Philippines, has dismissed terrorism financing charges against Dumaguete-based environmental and women’s rights advocate Nancy Estolloso and 26 other activists in Central Visayas.

Several areas in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, including Guiuan, Eastern Samar, recorded dangerously high heat indices of up to 45 degrees Celsius on Sunday, May 17, according to the state weather bureau.

Reports indicate strong support for the impeachment of Sara Duterte in the Visayas and Mindanao regions, even as her allies face challenges in mobilizing a mass movement against the efforts.

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has placed the Luzon and Visayas grids under red and yellow alerts. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin appealed to consumers to reduce power consumption during peak hours.

Police in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, arrested three high-profile drug suspects and seized over P14.1 million worth of suspected shabu in a series of anti-illegal drug operations.

Police in Iloilo City, Philippines, have arrested one of Western Visayas' most wanted persons, identified by the alias 'Boyb,' for rape with homicide during an operation in Barotac Viejo.

Philippine weather agency Pagasa is monitoring two Low Pressure Areas (LPAs) forming east of Mindanao, with one projected to potentially enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by Tuesday. This weather system is anticipated to affect parts of Visayas and Mindanao, coinciding with the ASEAN Summit hosted in Cebu.

The University of the Philippines Visayas and the Iloilo City government have signed a memorandum of agreement to preserve and promote historic buildings along Calle Real.

Parts of the Visayas and Mindanao are forecast to experience rains, while Luzon will see partly cloudy to cloudy skies on Saturday due to easterlies, according to the state weather bureau.

The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) has condoned nearly ₱800 million in farmers' debts, including accrued interest, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. President Marcos led the distribution of condonation certificates in Tacloban City.

The Philippines, particularly the Visayas region, is expected to endure persistent hot and humid weather conditions through early May. This weather pattern is primarily attributed to the prevailing easterlies.

Over 67,000 indigent senior citizens in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, have received their first-quarter social pension for the year, as part of government support for vulnerable elderly residents.

MANILA, Philippines — Parts of Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao are experiencing a dangerous combination of extreme heat, unstable weather, water shortages, and early El Niño-related impacts, as the…

The economy of Eastern Visayas, Philippines, experienced a sharp slowdown in 2025, growing by only one percent, attributed to mobility restrictions on the San Juanico Bridge and setbacks in public construction projects.

Air quality in Metro Cebu, Philippines, is reportedly improving due to shifting wind patterns dispersing haze. The Environmental Management Bureau in Central Visayas (EMB-7) confirmed the improvement as of April 21.

The Commission on Higher Education (ChEd) in Eastern Visayas has confirmed that several private higher education institutions in the region have filed applications for tuition and other fee increases, but ChEd is urging them to delay these hikes.

Recent grid alerts in Luzon and Visayas have exposed persistent vulnerabilities in the Philippines' electricity system, primarily due to its heavy reliance on large power plants.

Various regions across the Philippines are experiencing or are forecast to reach "danger" level heat indices, prompting health protocol tightening and adjustments like universities dropping uniform rules. The extreme heat has persisted over several days in mid-April.

Super Typhoon Sinlaku is now projected to bypass the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) and is instead heading towards Japan. The state meteorologist, Pagasa, reported the typhoon was last spotted 2,580 kilometers east of Visayas.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced plans to construct new hospitals dedicated to military veterans in the Visayas and Mindanao regions. This initiative aims to expand healthcare access for retired servicemen, who have historically relied on a single dedicated medical facility.

The Philippines is focusing on the Visayas region for energy exploration, with plans to revive Cebu’s Alegria Oil and Gas Field and advance natural hydrogen exploration efforts in Leyte.

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Western Visayas, Philippines, announced it would provide fuel subsidies to fisherfolk affected by rising fuel costs, which are driven by Middle East tensions.

Police recruits in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, participated in a solemn reenactment of the Stations of the Cross, integrating faith into their demanding training regimen.

Police Regional Office 6 (PRO6) is increasing security measures across Western Visayas in anticipation of a surge in summer travel, aiming to ensure public safety.

The Eastern Visayas Medical Center in Tacloban City, Philippines, has launched a campaign to promote toxics-free and zero-waste practices, aiming to reduce plastic use and improve healthcare waste management.

The Philippines has declared a national energy emergency and plans to boost coal power, citing the ongoing Iran war and existing power crisis attributed to inflexible capacities and over-reliance on imported coal, with the Visayas region facing a potential yellow power alert in May.

Bohol province registered the lowest inflation rate among provinces and highly urbanized cities in Central Visayas in February 2026, even as price pressures increased across the region, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority.

ILOILO CITY — More than 43,000 learners and over 2,400 school personnel in Eastern Visayas have been affected by class suspensions as Tropical Storm “Nuri” continues to influence weather conditions in parts of the country, according to officials of the Department of Education (DepEd). As of 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, a total of

From ride-sharing to taking bikes to work, these Visayas-based LGUs are taking proactive steps to reduce fuel consumption and conserve energy

TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Central Visayas has assured the public that prices of basic commodities remain stable and supplies are sufficient in Cebu and…

ILOILO CITY — The recent increase in petroleum product prices is taking a heavy toll on city passenger transport operators, with the Western Visayas Transport Cooperative among those feeling the…

TACLOBAN CITY — The government’s campaign to end insurgency in Eastern Visayas scored another gain after seven alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered in separate operations across four provinces over the weekend. The Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8) reported that the surrender took place in parts of Northern Samar, Samar, Leyte, and Eastern

Scientists from Ateneo de Manila University are proposing to generate power from the vast coastlines and tides of the Visayas region in the Philippines. Tapping even a fraction of this potential could match the nation's current total energy capacity.

Police in Western Visayas, Philippines, seized over 11 kilos of suspected crystal meth worth P77.07 million and arrested 173 drug suspects in 138 anti-illegal drug operations conducted from May 22 to June 21.

Farmers and producers from Western Visayas, Philippines, participated in a two-day training program to enhance market readiness and strengthen the local ube and taro industry.

Over 1,400 public transport workers in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, are receiving temporary employment and wage assistance to mitigate the impact of rising fuel prices.

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) 6 in Western Visayas, Philippines, is hosting the WorldSkills Philippines Western Visayas Regional Skills Olympics 2026, gathering 33 competitors across 14 competencies.

Police in Western Visayas, Philippines, arrested 25 suspected illegal fishers and confiscated over P1.3 million worth of prohibited fishing equipment in a series of coordinated operations.

The Mindanao grid was placed under yellow alert due to multiple power plant outages and high electricity consumption, causing available power reserves to fall close to demand.

The Department of Education in Western Visayas announced that its 2,841 public schools are fully prepared for the School Year 2026–2027, set to begin on June 8. The region is transitioning to a new three-term academic calendar.

Weather agencies have declared the start of the rainy season in the western parts of Luzon and Visayas in the Philippines, as well as in northern Kyushu, Chugoku, and Kinki regions of Japan. Residents are advised to prepare for increased rainfall.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has stated that power problems in the Visayas grid may not be a temporary summer issue and could potentially last for one to two years.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) forecasts that the southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat,' will cause rains over Luzon and Western Visayas on Tuesday.

The Visayas region and Oriental Mindoro are bracing for potential brownouts due to a looming power supply deficit. This shortage threatens to disrupt electricity services in these areas.

Police authorities in Western Visayas confiscated approximately 214 grams of suspected meth and arrested eight drug suspects during a series of coordinated anti-illegal drug operations over 24 hours.

Crime rates have significantly decreased in both Metro Manila and Eastern Visayas, with Metro Manila experiencing a 39.06% drop in the past week and Eastern Visayas seeing a 57% reduction under the Safer Cities Initiative. These figures indicate positive trends in regional security efforts.

A Low Pressure Area (LPA) located outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) is currently affecting parts of Mindanao and Visayas with its trough, though it is not expected to develop into a tropical cyclone within 24 hours.

The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) issued a yellow alert for the Visayas grid due to increased electricity demand and the simultaneous outages of three large coal plants, indicating thin power reserves.

Human rights group Karapatan Central Visayas has raised concerns regarding the reported transfer of the remains of slain UP Cebu alumnus Vince Francis “Ding” Dingding, questioning the circumstances of its handling.

Top Line, the company behind Light Fuels service stations in the Visayas, is partnering with LuDo & LuYm Corporation to develop an energy complex that will enhance fuel storage capacity in the central Philippines.

PAGASA has issued warnings for dangerous heat levels across Eastern Visayas, while the heat index in Baguio also approached a record high of 28°C. These conditions highlight widespread high temperatures affecting various regions in the Philippines.

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) announced that power supply in the Luzon and Visayas grids has returned to normal. This follows three days of alerts and disruptions, though questions regarding power franchises reportedly persist.

SAN FRANCISCO, AGUSAN DEL SUR, Philippines — Police authorities in the Caraga region are looking into the possible involvement of large crime syndicates in the Visayas and Mindanao in the shipment of…

Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6) reported seizing 6.4 kilos of illegal drugs valued at P43.8 million during anti-illegal drug operations across Western Visayas in April 2026.

PAGASA has issued warnings and reported dangerous heat index levels, reaching up to 43°C, in numerous areas across the Philippines, including Pangasinan, Quezon, Cavite, and parts of Visayas, over several days in May. Residents are advised to brace for extreme heat as these conditions persist.

Pagasa has issued a forecast for a dangerous heat index in multiple areas across Luzon and Visayas, while also predicting persistent hot and humid weather for the Visayas region until May 11.

A low-pressure area is forecast to drench most of Visayas and Mindanao with rain. Additionally, a tropical depression outside the Philippine area of responsibility is being monitored for potential entry this weekend.

The Philippine weather agency Pagasa issued warnings for extreme heat, with multiple areas forecast to reach 'danger level' heat indices peaking at 44ºC over several days in early May. Various provinces experienced and were predicted to continue facing high temperatures.

Heat and isolated rains are expected to persist in the Visayas region, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) issued a 'danger' heat index watch for seven areas on April 30, with Visayas bracing for similar conditions through May 1.

Eastern Samar State University (ESSU) has partnered with Bixter Academy to provide students with paid international training opportunities, marking a first for the Visayas region.

Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Education Secretary Sonny Angara presided over the mass oath-taking of 8,009 newly promoted public school teachers and school heads in Western Visayas. The event took place at Villareal Stadium in Roxas City, Capiz.

The Bicol region posted the lowest GDP growth in the Philippines for 2025, while Western Visayas recorded the highest growth among all regions.

The Philippine Coast Guard District Southern Visayas is implementing stricter security protocols in Dumaguete and Siquijor ports following a weekend of travel disruptions and chaos.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued warnings for dangerous heat index levels in several areas. Cavite and Sangley Point are forecast to reach "danger" levels, while Visayas remains under "extreme caution."

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office VI has concluded its P5,000 cash relief distribution for tricycle drivers across Western Visayas, marking the final phase of a region-wide rollout.

The National Greening Program (NGP) in the Philippines has achieved a significant milestone, reforesting 178,425 hectares in Eastern Visayas by the end of 2025. This initiative is led by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecasts 'danger' level heat indexes across several areas, with Visayas bracing for temperatures up to 44°C.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered a speech on the Day of Valor, urging Filipinos to confront the economic and social impacts of the Middle East crisis with unity and compassion, drawing parallels to the resilience shown during WW2.

The Philippine government has signed two new Petroleum Service Contracts (PSCs) for exploration in the Visayas region, aiming to boost long-term energy security.

The state weather bureau Pagasa forecasts hot and humid weather across the Philippines on Black Saturday, April 4, with possible localized thunderstorms, especially in Visayas and Mindanao.

More than 3,000 security and support personnel have been deployed across Eastern Visayas to enhance public safety during the peak summer travel season, according to the Philippine National Police regional office.

A previously damaged section of the Maharlika Highway in Bicol, Philippines, has been reopened to motorists, easing travel for those observing Holy Week and heading to or from Metro Manila, Visayas, and Mindanao.

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) in Eastern Visayas has warned drivers and operators against overcharging, reiterating that no fare increase has been authorized in the region despite recent fuel price spikes.

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has announced the appointment of Wendel Dinglasan as the new regional director for Central Visayas, effective immediately.

TACLOBAN CITY — Several local governments in Eastern Visayas suspended classes on Monday, following warnings of moderate to heavy rainfall from a weather disturbance affecting the region. The class suspensions came after the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), under the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), issued a weather advisory early Monday,

GUIMBAL, Iloilo–Some 149,896 beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) across Western Visayas are set to avail of discounts in their electricity bills via the lifeline rate program of the Department of Energy (DOE). The program was launched here on Friday, graced by Energy Secretary Sharon Garin and Energy Undersecretary Mylene Capongcol. According to

TACLOBAN CITY — Alarmed by a renewed spike in cases of adolescent pregnancies, the regional office of the Commission on Population and Development (CPD-8) is calling for urgent and sustained action from families, schools, and local governments, warning that teenage pregnancies and birth in Eastern Visayas are not just a health concern but a looming

The consultation’s setting shows this paradox: Cebu and much of the Visayas remain strongholds of influential political clans, which is the very concentration of power the proposed measure seeks to regulate

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) Region 6 identified 516 barangays in Western Visayas as susceptible to rain-induced landslides and flooding during a tropical cyclone period.

A massive insect infestation is threatening thousands of hectares of sugarcane plantations in the Visayas region of the Philippines, leading to an emergency meeting between sugar producers and local officials.

The Department of Public Works and Highways in Eastern Visayas has finished the first phase of strengthening works on the Calbiga Bridge in Samar two months ahead of schedule, allowing heavier vehicles to resume passage.

The Visayas grid in the Philippines remains under a “yellow alert” status due to high demand forecasts and the unavailability of large coal plants.

Nearly 5,000 hectares of sugarcane farms in the Visayas have been devastated by the red-striped soft-scale insect (RSSI), according to a report from the Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA).

A total of 147 local government units in Eastern Visayas have been recognized with the 2025 Good Financial Housekeeping distinction by the Department of the Interior and Local Government.

The Philippines marked its 128th Independence Day with various ceremonies across the nation, featuring calls from President Marcos Jr. to protect truth and from other leaders for unity and selfless leadership. Celebrations highlighted both historical freedom and contemporary challenges, including calls for national pride and strong alliances.

The Department of Education in Western Visayas has assured readiness for the upcoming school opening, despite facing shortages in classrooms and teaching personnel for nearly one million students.

More than 10,000 beneficiaries of the Department of Labor and Employment’s (DOLE) Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) program have been deployed across Eastern Visayas to assist in preparing public schools.

Dangerous heat index levels continue across various parts of the Philippines, with Infanta, Quezon, recording a peak of 49°C despite the start of the rainy season. Several areas in Visayas and other regions are also experiencing extreme heat, with forecasts predicting dangerous levels in multiple locations.

The Philippine National Police's regional headquarters in Eastern Visayas has transitioned to solar energy for its operations, aiming to reduce electricity costs and promote renewable energy.

TACLOBAN CITY—The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB)-VIII has fully implemented the second and final tranche of the minimum wage increase for all private sector minimum wage…

A 9-year-old gymnast from Central Visayas, Aziz Jayden Diaz, who won five Palaro golds, maintains a rigorous routine with the ambition of becoming an Olympian.

The Department of Agriculture's Bureau of Soils and Water Management (BSWM) is set to begin cloud seeding operations in Negros Occidental and Western Visayas in early July to address crop damage caused by drought.

The General Alliance of Workers Associations (GAWA) in Negros expressed disappointment after the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board-Western Visayas dismissed their petition for a pay hike.

A new direct ferry route connecting Cebu, Dumaguete City, and Siquijor has been launched, with Governor Pamela Baricuatro pushing for a stronger tourism alliance in the Central Visayas region.

The 11th Regional Organic Agriculture Congress officially opened in Iloilo City, Philippines, promoting organic farming as an investment in public health and sustainability.

Extreme heat has caused eight major dams in Luzon to fall below normal water levels, while six dams in Western Visayas have reached critical levels, raising concerns about water supply.

Warm and humid conditions are forecast to continue across most parts of the Visayas region in the Philippines, with isolated rainshowers and thunderstorms due to localized weather patterns and easterlies. Iloilo and Negros are expected to experience a heat index of 36°C.

The Philippines is experiencing rotational brownouts in Luzon and a 'Yellow' alert in Visayas, as a severe heatwave, plant outages, and line failures push the power grid to its brink.

Cagayan Valley and Western Visayas in the Philippines are preparing for a strong El Niño phenomenon, anticipated to hit by June. Agricultural and fishery sectors are urged to brace for its potential impacts.

Red and yellow power alerts have been lifted for Luzon and Visayas, though unexpected power plant outages could still lead to an unstable electricity supply over the weekend.

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has issued red and yellow alerts for the Luzon and Visayas grids, warning of potential brownouts due to insufficient power supply and thin operating reserves.

A young girl, Cherry Ann Mateo, was recognized for her heroic act of swimming 6 kilometers to save her family after their boat capsized. She received an award during a ceremony at the Coast Guard District Western Visayas headquarters.

Seventy-seven members of the Citizen Armed Force Geographical Unit (Cafgu) in Eastern Visayas were awarded a total of P9.61 million in separation gratuity by the Philippine Army's 8th Infantry Division.

A Low Pressure Area (LPA) is causing rain in parts of Visayas and Mindanao, while Tropical Storm Hagupit is moving closer to the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).

The Philippine National Police (PNP) assured the public of uninterrupted service in Eastern Visayas following a magnitude 6.0 earthquake in Samar.

Parts of the Visayas region in the Philippines are experiencing a persistent "danger-level" heat index, with some areas reaching 45°C. This extreme heat, brought by easterlies, is expected to continue into early May.

The Guiuan Water District in Guiuan town, Eastern Samar, has issued a warning about an impending water shortage. Extreme heat is causing water levels in underground sources to drop, reducing the town's supply capacity.

The Philippines is experiencing extreme heat, leading to dried-up rice fields in Cotabato, while the weather bureau forecasts continued hot and humid conditions with chances of rain. Authorities are ramping up El Niño preparations, especially in Western Visayas, to mitigate its effects.

The economy of Central Visayas grew by only 3.7% in 2025, significantly impacted by destructive earthquakes and typhoons, reduced tourist arrivals, and increased US tariffs on its exports.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issued warnings for dangerous heat index levels, expected to reach up to 47°C in numerous areas across the country over several days. At least 14 areas were projected to experience "danger" level heat indices.

Several areas in the Philippines, including Aparri and parts of Visayas, experienced dangerous heat index levels, with temperatures reaching 42ºC. This led to Cagayan province declaring a state of calamity due to drought and other related issues.

The Department of Agriculture has expanded its P20-per-kilo rice program, "Benteng Bigas, Meron Na!", to Capiz province in Western Visayas. This initiative aims to make rice more affordable for consumers.

BACOLOD CITY—A total of P240 million in Presidential Assistance for Farmers and Fisherfolk (PAFF) will be distributed to 102,237 sugarcane farmers, 70,415 of whom are from the Visayas, according to…

Several areas across the Visayas region in the Philippines are expected to experience dangerously high heat index levels through April 18, with some locations nearing the 'danger' threshold that could trigger heat-related illnesses.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasized the vital role of teachers in nation-building as he led the oath-taking of over 2,100 newly promoted educators and principals in Eastern Visayas.

Western Visayas recorded a 15.67-percent decline in focus crimes during the first quarter of 2026, also exceeding national benchmarks for crime solution and clearance rates.

Over 9,000 motorcycle-for-hire drivers in Eastern Visayas received P5,000 each in cash assistance from the Philippine government. The aid aims to mitigate the impact of rising fuel prices on public transport workers.

Travel agents have informed customers that Air Canada will be adding an extra $50 fuel surcharge to select flights for Canadians, effective April 6, which will be reflected in taxes and surcharges.

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is set to distribute P5,000 in financial assistance to over 10,000 public transport drivers in Eastern Visayas, aiming to alleviate the burden of rising fuel prices.

Small-scale farmers and municipal fisherfolk in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, are now permitted to purchase diesel and gasoline in portable containers for legitimate livelihood activities, aiming to improve fuel access.

The Department of Education in Western Visayas has reiterated its directive that schools are prohibited from collecting fees from students, parents, or teachers for end-of-school-year activities, including graduation and moving-up ceremonies.

Transport protests against rising fuel prices and demanding government aid and fare adjustments disrupted operations in parts of Luzon and the Visayas, Philippines, on Monday.

MANILA, Philippines – Tropical storm Nuri remained outside the Philippine area of responsibility and maintained its strength early Thursday morning, according to the state weather bureau. In its 4 a.m. update, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported that Nuri was tracked some 1,415 kilometers east of Eastern Visayas, with a maximum

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The provincial government of Oriental Mindoro has announced new operating hours for key tourism offices and facilities starting Monday in line with energy…

SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — The Department of Tourism (DOT) in Central Luzon will implement a compressed four-day workweek beginning Monday (March 9) to support the national government’s call to conserve energy. The initiative comes amid rising global fuel prices linked to tensions in the Middle East. In an advisory issued late Friday night (March 6),

TACLOBAN CITY — OceanJet has canceled several ferry trips in the Visayas starting March 6 due to the ongoing fuel supply pressures linked to the Middle East tensions, highlighting the growing impact of rising oil prices on local transport. Affected routes include Cebu-Palompon, Palompon-Cebu, and Cebu-Getafe trips, with cancellations extending to March 7, officials said.

MANILA, Philippines — A prayer march began Wednesday morning at the Edsa Shrine as part of the commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the 1986 People Power Revolution. Participants first gathered at

The Jollibee Group has inaugurated its first multi-brand, state-of-the-art commissary in Danao, Cebu, aiming to support the growth of its brands in the Visayas and Mindanao regions.