Gatchalian tells DepEd: Don’t let El Niño worsen learning loss

Inquirer.net - Nov 1, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian has urged the Department of Education (DepEd) to ensure that its protocols for the looming super El Niño protect students without worsening learning loss, stressing the need for localized rather than blanket class suspensions. “El Niño not only threatens the safety of students, but also their ability to

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MANILA, Philippines — The Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) has recorded more than 1.385 million passengers so far during this year’s Undas exodus. Based on data released as of 11 a.m. on Sunday, a total of 1,385,816 passengers were recorded at the terminal from Oct. 25 to Nov. 1. The highest number was recorded on

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Cavite pet crematorium faces raps over dumping of remains in Bulacan

CITY OF SAN JOSE DEL MONTE, Bulacan — The owners and employees of a pet crematorium in Cavite are facing charges for allegedly dumping the remains of 25 animals in a village in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. The alleged act violated Republic Act No. 9003, or the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000,

All dead pets dumped in Bulacan claimed by owners – rescue group

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MANILA, Philippines — All 29 dogs and cats dumped in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, have been claimed by their respective owners, according to an animal rescue group. The deceased pets were reportedly brought to the Ahjay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium in Bacoor City, Cavite, but were later found inside sacks dumped in a vacant

BOC seeks to ease export hurdles for Filipino businesses

Nov 1, 2026

BOC seeks to ease export hurdles for Filipino businesses

MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is seeking to simplify export procedures and help Filipino businesses overcome regulatory and customs hurdles in accessing international markets. The bureau discussed customs processes, free trade agreements, and government support programs during its first-ever Export Summit held on Oct. 26 and 27, according to a BOC statement on

BFAR Bicol cemetery honors 14 stranded marine mammals

Nov 1, 2026

BFAR Bicol cemetery honors 14 stranded marine mammals

LEGAZPI CITY — Fourteen whales and dolphins have found their final resting place at a cemetery in Bula, Camarines Sur, maintained by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Bicol. Established in 2013, the BFAR-5 Cetacean Cemetery is located within the agency’s regional office compound in Barangay Fabrica. It serves as a burial

Marina grounds OceanJet 788 after Bohol docking mishap

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Marina grounds OceanJet 788 after Bohol docking mishap

MANILA, Philippines — The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has suspended the Passenger Ship Safety Certificate (PSSC) of MV OceanJet 788 after the vessel ran aground at the loading dock of Tagbilaran Port in Bohol on Saturday, Oct. 31. The suspension prevents the vessel from operating until it passes a safety inspection and Marina determines that

Undas 2026: Bulacan dogs get Halloween pampering

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PDEA intercepts suspected marijuana shipment at Laguna courier hub

Nov 1, 2026

PDEA intercepts suspected marijuana shipment at Laguna courier hub

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Undas 2026: Cut flower prices surge in Bukidnon

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Bacoor mayor orders probe into pet crematorium over dumped remains

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Bacoor mayor orders probe into pet crematorium over dumped remains

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CIDG seizes P1.7-M ‘smuggled’ cigarettes in Zamboanga Sibugay

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CIDG seizes P1.7-M ‘smuggled’ cigarettes in Zamboanga Sibugay

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — At least P1.7 million worth of alleged smuggled cigarettes were seized from two suspects during a joint law enforcement operation in Barangay Poblacion, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group – Region 9 (CIDG-9) said Sunday. Operatives from the CIDG Zamboanga Sibugay and the Ipil Municipal Police

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Nov 1, 2026

Fair weather in Metro Manila, other parts of PH on All Saints’ Day

MANILA, Philippines — Fair weather with chances of thunderstorms are expected to persist in Metro Manila and other parts of the country on All Saints’ Day, Nov. 1, according to the weather bureau. In its morning weather forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said the northeast monsoon, or amihan, and the

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