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5.4-magnitude earthquake strikes off Davao Oriental

(Eagle News) — A 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck off Davao Oriental on Wednesday, April 12. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake hit at 10:02 a.m. The epicenter was 145 kilometers southeast of Governor Generoso. The depth of focus was 59 kilometers. PHIVOLCS said the following intensities were reported: Reported Intensities: Intensity III – Jose Abad Santos, Davao Occidental Intensity II – Malungon and Glan, Sarangani; Malita, Davao Occidental Intensity I – Malapatan, […]

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More areas under Signal No. 1 as “Amang” makes landfall over Lagonoy, Camarines Sur

(Eagle News) — More areas in Luzon are now under Signal No. 1 as “Amang” made landfall over Lagonoy, Camarines Sur, on Wednesday, April 12. The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said the following areas are under the tropical cyclone wind signal: Catanduanes Sorsogon (City of Sorsogon, Pilar, Castilla, Donsol, Prieto Diaz) Albay Camarines Sur Camarines Norte Laguna (Cavinti, Lumban, Kalayaan, Paete, Pakil, Pangil, Siniloan, Famy, Santa Maria, Mabitac) Aurora Quezon (Buenavista, Calauag, […]

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Signal No. 1 still raised over parts of Luzon as TD “Amang” meanders over Lagonoy Gulf

(Eagle News) — Signal No. 1 remains hoisted over parts of Luzon as Tropical Depression “Amang” meanders over Lagonoy Gulf near Catanduanes. The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said the following areas are under the tropical cyclone wind signal: Catanduanes Sorsogon Albay Camarines Sur Camarines Norte Ticao Island Burias Island eastern portion of Laguna (San Pablo City, Rizal, Nagcarlan, Pila, Liliw, Magdalena, Majayjay, Luisiana, Cavinti, Pagsanjan, Santa Cruz, Lumban, Kalayaan, Paete, Pakil, Pangil, […]

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In Day of Valor message, President Bongbong Marcos calls on Filipinos to speak up vs discrimination

(Eagle News)–President Bongbong Marcos called on Filipinos to speak up against discrimination as the country celebrates Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor). The President made the call noting that it was a way to honor the lives of the Philippines’ heroes and heroines. He also called on Filipinos to help those in need, and work towards a better future. “May we also learn to make wise and sound decisions so that we may address our […]

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Skyway 3 Quirino northbound entry now open

(Eagle News)–The Quirino northbound entry of Skyway Stage 3 is now open to the public. SMC Infrastructure made the announcement in a Tweet on Saturday, April 8. It said the opening was to “ease traffic flow of our motorists.” “To our motorists, pls be guided accordingly. Thank you,” it added.  

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4.2-magnitude earthquake strikes off Davao Occidental

(Eagle News) — A 4.2-magnitude earthquake struck off Davao Occidental on Friday, April 7. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake hit at 9:43 a.m. The epicenter was 69 kilometers southeast of Balut Island. The depth of focus was 85 kilometers. No damage to property nor aftershocks were reported.

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Inflation rate eases to 7.6% in March

(Eagle News)–Headline inflation in the Philippines slowed down further to 7.6 percent in March 2023, the Philippine Statistics Authority said. According to the PSA, inflation was pegged at 8.6 percent in February 2023. The inflation rate in the same month in 2022 was at 4 percent. The PSA said among the 13 commodity groups, the continued downtrend of the overall inflation in March was mainly brought about by the food and non-alcoholic beverages category, which […]

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PNP launches manhunt operation vs suspect in university student’s robbery-slay in Cavite

(Eagle News)–The Philippine National Police has launched a manhunt operation against the person they believe was behind the robbery and killing of a university student in Cavite on Tuesday, March 28. The PNP identified the suspect in the case of Queen Leanne Daguinsin, then a graduating Dela Salle University- Dasmariñas student, as Angelito Lacerna Erlano, also known as “Kulet.” The PNP said Erlano was identified using footage from closed-circuit television cameras near the scene of […]

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Reblocking, repair of portions of some NCR roads ongoing until April 3: MMDA

(Eagle News)–The Department of Public Works and Highways is performing reblocking and repairs of portions of the following roads until April 3, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority said. – C5 Road SB between Lanuza Avenue and Green Valley Footbridge, Barangay Ugong, Pasig (truck lane) – C5 Road after elevated U-turn slot (3rd lane from island), Pasig -Edsa southbound near Estrella Street and near Ayala Avenue, Makati – Edsa northbound near MRT Buendia station, Makati (innermost […]

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MARINA starts probe into Basilan ferry fire

(Eagle News) — The Maritime Industry Authority has begun its probe into the March 29 fire on MV Lady Mary Joy 3  that left 29 people dead. In a statement, MARINA said this was pursuant to a directive from MARINA Administrator Hernani Fabia contained in Special Order No. 364-23. MARINA said it has directed its personnel to conduct surveys on all vessels operated by Aleson Shipping Lines. It said it has also ordered Aleson Shipping […]

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Over 20 Vietnamese, Chinese vessels spotted in West Philippine Sea from March 16 to 21: PCG

(Eagle News) — More than 20 Vietnamese and Chinese vessels were spotted around Sabina and Ayungin Shoals and Pag-asa Island from March 16 to 21, the Philippine Coast Guard said. According to the PCG, included among the vessels spotted by the BRP Malapascua (MRRV-4403) when it was conducting its maritime patrol in the West Philippine Sea were several China Coast Guard Vessels (CCGVs) and a People’s Liberation Army-Navy (PLAN) Type 056A Jiangdao II Class Missile […]

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MMDA personnel to get 30-minute ‘heat stroke break’ starting April 1

(Eagle News) — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority announced it would give its field personnel a 30-minute “heat stroke break” to cope with the summer heat. The policy will be in effect starting April 1 to May 31. MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes signed the memorandum circular re-implementing the policy to “protect field personnel from heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and heat cramps due to severe heat waves,” the MMDA said. Under the policy, on-duty […]

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