Philippines Headlines
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:51:00 +0800DepEd: Iloilo teachers deaths not heatstroke-related
The Department of Education has refuted a report claiming two teachers died from heatstroke while conducting classes in Iloilo.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:23:00 +0800PAGASA: 30 areas under ‘dangerous’ heat index classification
According to the latest heat index bulletin of PAGASA, 30 areas are forecasted to fall into the "danger" classification due to temperatures ranging from 42°C to 46°C.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:40:00 +0800EJK remains a ‘serious problem’ in the Philippines — U.S. State Department
In a 58-page Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, the U.S. Department of State said that the human rights situation in the Philippines has “no significant changes”.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:17:00 +0800Palace warns vs Marcos deepfake audio ordering military action
The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) issued a warning to the public about a video featuring manipulated audio of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. directing the military to take action against a foreign country.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:07:00 +0800Former senator Rene Saguisag dies
Following the EDSA Revolution in 1986, Saguisag became the spokesperson of former President Corazon Aquino.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 08:29:00 +0800Walang Pasok: Class suspensions for April 24 due to hot weather
Some local government units (LGUs) announced suspension of in-person classes on Wednesday due to the threat of scorching heat.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0800Villar supports Marcos Jr’s easing of agriculture importation
Sen. Cynthia Villar expressed support for President Marcos’ order to ease the process of importation, which could also help sell agricultural products at cheaper prices.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0800CHED warns public vs fake cash aid announcements
The Commission on Higher Education yesterday warned the public against fake announcements on cash assistance for college students, saying it has not announced applications for subsidy for Academic Year 2024-2025.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0800ILO: Billions of workers exposed to excessive heat
Over 2.4 billion workers in the Philippines and other countries are exposed to excessive heat that may lead to illnesses and injuries, according to the International Labor Organization.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0800No significant change in Philippines HR situation – US
Despite the decrease in cases of extrajudicial killings, there were no significant changes in the human rights situation in the Philippines last year, according to the US State Department.