The provincial government of Pampanga distributed financial and food assistance to over 1,000 families of overseas Filipino workers impacted by the ongoing Middle East conflict, with Governor Lilia Pineda leading the initiative.
Fr. Vito Jumao-as Jr. explains the spiritual depth of Visita Iglesia, a Holy Thursday tradition where Catholics visit seven churches, emphasizing prayer quality over quantity and adapting to modern challenges like online options.
The Social Security System guarantees Overseas Filipino Workers in the Middle East can file claims and loans via the My.SSS Portal despite escalating regional tensions, with new facial authentication for pensioners.
The Philippines hosted a high-level business forum in Toronto, uniting over 100 stakeholders to boost cooperation in strategic industries like clean energy and minerals, with talks on policy reforms and a potential free trade agreement.
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Selma, a Filipino mother, leaves her children to work in Dubai, facing hardship and racism while providing for her family from afar. Her story highlights the resilience of OFWs and the enduring power of maternal love across distances.
The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity wrapped up its GAD series with a forum on empowering women in peace processes, featuring insights from leaders on inclusivity and sustainable outcomes.
Pope Leo XIV delivered a powerful Palm Sunday message at St. Peter's Square, warning against invoking Jesus to justify war and calling for peace and brotherhood among nations.
Europe faces mounting economic strain as oil and gas prices surge following US-Israel strikes on Iran, driving inflation higher and threatening supply chains.
The US-Iran conflict drives up fuel and commodity prices globally, hitting Filipino households hard. This crisis accelerates the shift toward renewable energy sources to reduce fossil fuel dependence.
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San Fernando, Pampanga announces comprehensive safety and operational plans for Maleldo 2026, with over 500 personnel deployed for Holy Week traditions including crucifixion rites and Tira Bakal ceremonies.
The Department of Health places Metro Manila under Code White Alert from March 30 to April 5, 2026, ensuring standby medical teams and 24/7 monitoring for health emergencies during increased travel.
Angeles City launches Holy Week with Panata at Panalangin, a Lenten drama and dance performance, alongside Stations of the Cross at Plaza Angel, inviting residents to reflect and reconnect with faith.
Lapu-Lapu City Government is finalizing intervention programs to help residents cope with potential economic fallout from the Middle East crisis, including OFW support and fuel aid.
When genuine vocation emerges, public acclaim often follows quickly—but this recognition can become dangerous when it outpaces understanding and replaces careful formation with hasty celebration.
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The national oil crisis is being leveraged to delay political processes like the VP Sara impeachment trial and Asean summit, while overshadowing a P5.5B Cebu JVA controversy and a trillion-peso flood control fund scandal involving ghost projects.
Greek Ambassador Ioannis Pediotis discusses expanding partnerships in tourism, technology, and seafaring with Cebu, highlighting opportunities for Filipino workers and cultural exchanges.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has called on Filipinos to pause, reflect, and renew their faith as the country marks Palm Sunday and the start of Holy Week, emphasizing sacrifice, service, and compassion.
Local governments in Central Visayas are implementing major changes to public transportation and energy use as international conflicts drive up petroleum costs, aiming to ease financial burdens and reduce fossil fuel dependence.
Jolito Villatima crafts lukay crosses in Mandaue City for Palm Sunday, upholding a 30-year family tradition. His devotion and skill, learned from his grandmother, blend faith with livelihood, though he faces challenges from declining youth interest.
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During Holy Week, Cebu City transforms from a bustling metropolis into a quiet ghost town as residents observe traditions, travel home, and embrace unique Cebuano customs like binignit with landang and mystical folk beliefs.
As Holy Week begins, Filipinos observe traditional practices while reflecting on the deeper social implications of Jesus' passion. This article explores how colonial history and contemporary issues intersect with religious devotion.
The Department of Health raises Code White Alert from March 30 to April 6, 2026, placing emergency teams on standby for Holy Week medical needs while urging public safety measures.
The Philippine government has assisted in the repatriation of nearly 3,000 overseas Filipino workers from the Middle East following the outbreak of hostilities in the Gulf region between the US, Israel, and Iran.
The Philippines is among the hardest hit by the Iran conflict, with Asia seeing diesel prices surge 81.6% since February 2026. Experts suggest practical steps like focusing on essentials and simple living to navigate the economic strain.
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Commuters in Cebu report unauthorized fare increases on buses and jeepneys, defying President Marcos' nationwide suspension of transport fare hikes aimed at easing living costs. Authorities warn of penalties for violators.
Cebu Governor Pam Baricuatro smashed a plate in a playful Greek tradition during the National Day of Greece celebration, marking 76 years of diplomatic relations between Greece and the Philippines at the Cebu Provincial Capitol.
An analysis of the Middle East conflict's key players, parallels to Filipino challenges with nature and self, and maintaining optimism amid doomsday predictions about food and power shortages.
Women and child rights advocate Ma. Salome 'Nanay Sally' Ujano has been acquitted of rebellion charges by the Court of Appeals, which overturned a lower court's conviction and ordered her immediate release from the Correctional Institute for Women.
The Department of Migrant Workers closed Creative Artist Placement Service and Schengen Visa CAPS in Ermita for operating without a license and charging excessive fees for non-existent European jobs.
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The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation is evaluating another increase in benefit packages for members to offset rising medical costs triggered by the Middle East crisis, as private hospitals plan fee hikes.
