Schools close and crops wither as historic heatwave hits south-east Asia - Extreme heat
Governments across region grappling for response as temperatures soar to unseasonable highs Thousands of schools in the Philippines have stopped in-person classes due to unbearable heat. In Indonesia, prolonged dry weather has caused rice prices to soar. In Thailands waters, temperatures are so high that scientists fear coral could be destroyed. A historic heatwave is being experienced across south-east Asia, according to.....»»
Archers, Scorpions start title showdown
Three-peat seeking EcoOil-La Salle and surprise finalist Centro Escolar U start their 2024 PBA D-League Aspirants’ Cup best-of-three showdown at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan today......»»
Muntinlupa offers free drinking water to residents
The city government of Muntinlupa will give free drinking water to its residents starting today amid the scorching heat being experienced in the country......»»
Transition to clean energy is crucial
The actual start of summer in the United States is still a month away but people are already beginning to feel the heat. Many countries across the globe, particularly in Asia, are also experiencing scorching temperatures at above 40 degrees Centigrade (104 degrees Fahrenheit), prompting climatologist and weather historian Maximilliano Herrera to declare that “thousands of records are being brutalized all over Asia, which is by far the most extreme event in world climatic history.”.....»»
Cebu weather: Still hot, humid for the next five days
CEBU CITY, Philippines – As the hot and humid summer continues, residents of Metro Cebu and the rest of the province can expect stable weather in the next few days, according to the latest forecast from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) Visayas Services Division. From Saturday, May 4, to Wednesday, May 8,.....»»
Subic plays host to Asia Triathlon Cup
All roads lead to this premier freeport as the world’s top triathletes compete at the 2024 Asia Triathlon Cup in Subic Bay today and tomorrow......»»
Dangerous heat index expected in 30 areas nationwide, including NCR
State weather bureau PAGASA reported that the heat index in 30 areas across the country, including parts of Metro Manila, is expected to soar to dangerous levels on Saturday......»»
PAGASA: Posibleng may 1 o 2 bagyo sa bansa ngayong Mayo
NGAYONG buwan ng Mayo, posibleng magkaroon ng bagyo sa bansa. Ayon sa weather specialist ng Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) na si Rhea Torres, “Ngayong buwan ng Mayo, isa o hanggang sa dalawang bagyo ang maaaring pumasok ng ating PAR (Philippine Area of Responsibility).” Pero sa ngayon daw hanggang sa susunod na.....»»
Korean makeup artist shares tips on how makeup can last heat, sweat
A South Korean artist gave tips on how to make makeup last in humid weather at the recent K-Beauty hangout event held in Taguig City......»»
Megaworld’s Mactan Expo Center Set to be Completed in 2025, Ready for Big International Summits
Taking pride as the country’s largest hotel developer and operator today, property giant Megaworld has started the construction of the P1.5-billion Mactan Expo Center, which is scheduled for completion by next year. This modern state-of-the-art convention facility, which has a seating capacity of almost 3,000 for theater-style set-up, will be Cebu’s first and only standalone […].....»»
Daily Gospel, May 3
This is the Daily Gospel for today, May 3, 2024, which is the Feast of Saints Philip and James, apostles. READ MORE: Daily Gospel, May 2 Daily Gospel, May 1 Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John 14, 6-14. Jesus said to him, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No.....»»
EDITORIAL - Threats to press freedom
The country marks World Press Freedom Day today as the manhunt continues for former corrections chief Gerald Bantag, who is wanted for the murder of broadcaster Percival Mabasa or Percy Lapid......»»
Davao cops yet to follow ‘Tattoo Removal Policy’ due to absence of guidelines
THE recently approved policy regulating the bearing and sporting of tattoos for members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) has yet to be implemented by the Davao police due to the “no-update status” on the policy’s guidelines......»»
Petro, Choco out to arrange title showdown
cand Choco Mucho try to arrange an interesting title showdown when the semifinals of the PVL All-Filipino Conference resumes today at the PhilSports Arena......»»
San Beda, CEU eye 2nd finals slot
Marinerong Pilipino-San Beda and Centro Escolar U battle in a win-or-go-home Game 3 today at the Ynares Sports Arena for the right to challenge reigning champion EcoOil-La Salle in the PBA D-League Aspirants’ Cup finals next week......»»
The challenges and opportunities of listing bonds in the Phl
Several years ago, I got a request from a certain Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Monetary Board member to visit me in my office and get an update on the state of the Philippine capital markets......»»
PAGASA: Up to two cyclones likely in Philippines this May
The weather agency forecasts two possible cyclone tracks......»»
EDITORIAL – Improving the plight of workers
The government is not expected to announce a nationwide wage increase as Labor Day is marked today. A populist initiative in the Senate to legislate a hefty wage increase nationwide has failed to gain traction at the House of Representatives, amid calls from all business groups to leave wage-setting to the regional tripartite wages and productivity boards – the mechanism provided by law......»»
Tropa seek outright Last Eight berth
TNT aims to play its cards right against also-ran Converge to gain passage to the PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals today at the PhilSports Arena......»»
La Salle, CEU eye clincher
Reigning champion EcoOil-La Salle and surprise contender Centro Escolar University go for the kill versus Go Torakku-St. Clare and Marinerong Pilipino-San Beda, respectively, in Game 2 of the PBA D-League Aspirants’ Cup semifinals today at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig......»»