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DENR keeps Pamitinan protected area in Rizal closed over safety risks
LUCENA CITY — The Pamitinan Protected Landscape (PPL) in Montalban, Rizal remains temporarily closed to visitors as authorities conduct cleanup, repairs and safety assessments. This site is a popular destination for rock climbers and outdoor enthusiasts. The closure comes following the discovery of cracks at its summit. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources in
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House prosecution backs move to hasten VP trial
MANILA, Philippines — The House prosecution panel said on Sunday it was ready to revise the schedule of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, trim its witness list and work with the defense, in a bid to hasten the proceedings but not at the expense of due process. As the impeachment proceedings enter their eighth
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Habagat to bring rain in Northern, Central Luzon areas Monday (Aug. 24)
MANILA, Philippines — The southwest monsoon or habagat will continue to affect parts of Northern and Central Luzon on Monday, according to the state weather bureau. This is based on the 5 a.m. weather forecast of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration. Pagasa specialist Aldczar Aurelio said that Typhoon Saudel and Tropical Depression
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VP Trial Day 17: Gina Acosta to continue testimony on confidential funds
MANILA, Philippines — After two days of cancelled proceedings due to bad weather, Gina Acosta is set to continue testifying on Monday, August 24 – the 17th day of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial. This schedule comes as the Senate impeachment court resumes tackling Dutertes alleged misuse of confidential funds. Acosta is the former
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Zambales town suspends Monday classes due to heavy rains
SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — The local government of Masinloc has suspended classes in all levels in both public and private schools on Monday due to inclement weather brought by the enhanced southwest monsoon or habagat. Mayor Hazel Lim announced the suspension Sunday, citing the safety of students, teachers and non-teaching personnel amid moderate to heavy
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Typhoon Saudel forecast to become super typhoon, to enter PAR Monday (Aug. 24)
MANILA, Philippines —Typhoon Saudel is expected to enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) on Monday morning or afternoon, according to the state weather bureau. This weather system is predicted by the weather bureau to develop into a super typhoon once it enters PAR. In the 5 a.m. weather forecast of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical,
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Puerto Galera to resume compressed workweek schedule
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The municipal government of Puerto Galera in Oriental Mindoro will resume its compressed workweek schedule starting Monday (August 24). Government offices operating from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The local government announced the schedule in a public advisory issued through its official information channels. Under the arrangement,
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WATCH: Sara Duterte impeachment trial | August 24, 2026
MANILA, Philippines – On Day 17 of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, the House prosecution is expected to resume its direct examination of Gina Acosta, a former special disbursing officer of the Office of the Vice President (OVP). Acosta earlier testified that she followed Duterte's instruction to turn over P125 million in cash to
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Spinner dolphin entangled in fishing net found dead in Occidental Mindoro
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — A dead spinner dolphin was recovered and examined by authorities after it was found in Barangay Caminawit in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro on Sunday (Aug. 23). Dr. Mico Angelo Reyes, a veterinarian from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources' Tamaraw Conservation Program, identified the animal as a spinner dolphin
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DENR keeps Pamitinan protected area in Rizal closed over safety risks
LUCENA CITY — The Pamitinan Protected Landscape (PPL) in Montalban, Rizal remains temporarily closed to visitors as authorities conduct cleanup, repairs and safety assessments. This site is a popular destination for rock climbers and outdoor enthusiasts. The closure comes following the discovery of cracks at its summit. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources in
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DepEd postpones nationwide active shooter drills
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) on Monday postponed its nationwide Simultaneous School Safety Drill for Active Attack Incidents due to inclement weather and cancellation of face-to-face classes in several areas. The drill, originally scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 25, will instead be conducted in the first week of September 2026, DepEd said in
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64 loose firearms recovered in 24-hour Western Visayas crackdown
ILOILO CITY — Police recovered 64 loose firearms and six explosive devices in a 24-hour crackdown across Western Visayas, the Police Regional Office 6 (PRO 6) said Sunday. From 6 a.m. on Aug. 22 to 5:59 a.m. on Aug. 23, police conducted 68 operations under Project RTT (Restrict, Track and Turn-In), resulting in the voluntary
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Schools in Bukidnon beef up security after online threats
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon —Major educational institutions across Valencia City and neighboring areas implemented rigorous safety protocols and adjusted learning modalities following viral online threats warning of potential gun and grenade attacks targeting students and faculty. The heightened security came after alarming social media posts surfaced, particularly from a Facebook account named "Ailon Berry." The threats
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14-year-old student tagged in Facebook shooting threats vs Bohol schools
TAGBILARAN CITY — Police have identified a 14-year-old female student as the owner of a Facebook account that allegedly posted threats targeting several schools in Bohol, local officials said. of a shooting at several schools in Catigbian and Balilihan towns in Bohol. Catigbian Mayor Benjie Oliva said the Philippine National Police (PNP) identified the minor
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Citrus production pushed in Koronadal, South Cotabato
KORONADAL CITY — Cultivation of citrus, a fruit rich in Vitamin C, is being pushed in Mindanao due to its potential as another export product. The advantages of citrus were tackled during the 1st Mindanao-wide Citrus Industry Summit held in Koronadal City in South Cotabato last week. The event gathered together citrus growers, government agencies, researchers,
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4 Zambales towns suspend classes due to heavy rains
SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — Four northernmost Zambales towns suspended face-to-face classes at all levels in public and private schools on Monday due to moderate to heavy rain showers, lightning, and strong winds brought by the intensified southwest monsoon. In the municipalities of Masinloc and Palauig, the suspension also covers teaching and non-teaching personnel. Schools in
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