Super Typhoon Goring stays strong, poses hazardous conditions for Luzon

Super Typhoon Goring remains steadfast in strength as it moves south southwestward, according to the 11 a.m. bulletin from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). As of the latest data, the eye center of Goring is located 95 kilometers east northeast of Casiguran, Aurora, moving at 10 kilometers per hour. The super… Read More Super Typhoon Goring stays strong, poses hazardous conditions for Luzon

Pagasa raises storm signals over Luzon

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has issued wind signals for parts of Luzon as Super Typhoon Goring closes in on the region. The storm, currently positioned 95 kilometers east northeast of Casiguran, Aurora, is traveling south southwestward at a speed of 10 kilometers per hour. According to the latest bulletin as… Read More Pagasa raises storm signals over Luzon

Marcos calls for stronger fight against human trafficking

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has urged the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) and related government departments to bolster their stance against human trafficking. This directive aims to retain the Philippines’ Tier 1 ranking by the US State Department, a top classification signifying a nation’s active compliance with measures to counteract trafficking, said Mico Clavano,… Read More Marcos calls for stronger fight against human trafficking

Goring rapidly intensifies; PH braces for intense rain and wind

Typhoon “Goring” is rapidly intensifying as it continues to churn over the sea east of Babuyan Islands, according to the latest bulletin from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). The typhoon’s impact on land areas is bringing several hazards that include heavy rainfall, severe winds, and hazardous coastal conditions. Current position and… Read More Goring rapidly intensifies; PH braces for intense rain and wind

Goring strengthens, forecast to develop into typhoon by Saturday

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) warns that Tropical Storm Goring continues to gain strength and is moving in a south-southwest direction, posing risks of heavy rainfall and severe winds in several areas. Land hazards Forecast data indicates accumulated rainfall of 50-100 mm in Batanes, Babuyan Islands, and the northeastern region of… Read More Goring strengthens, forecast to develop into typhoon by Saturday

Updated PH travel protocols released to fight human trafficking

The Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) under the Department of Justice has approved the revised guidelines on departure requirements for Filipino passengers traveling abroad, effective September 3, 2023. The new guidelines aim to enhance measures against human trafficking by requiring Filipino travelers to present additional travel documents and information. The IACAT emphasized that the revised… Read More Updated PH travel protocols released to fight human trafficking

Goring intensifies; heavy rains, wind, and coastal warnings issued

Tropical Storm Goring has intensified and is expected to further strengthen, possibly reaching typhoon status by tomorrow, with the potential of becoming a super typhoon, according to the 5 a.m. bulletin issued by the state weather bureau on Friday, August 25. Currently, Goring’s center was located 220 kilometers east southeast of Basco, Batanes, moving slowly… Read More Goring intensifies; heavy rains, wind, and coastal warnings issued

Goring maintains strength, moves north northwestward

Tropical Depression Goring is holding its power as it courses north northwestward over the Philippine Sea, just east of Basco, Batanes, as of the 11 a.m. weather bulletin on Thursday, August 24. Goring’s center is located 355 kilometers east-northeast of Calayan, Cagayan, or 300 kilometers east of Basco, Batanes, with a movement speed of 15… Read More Goring maintains strength, moves north northwestward

Tulfo pushes for one-strike policy and stronger liability for abusive employers

In response to a disturbing case of maltreatment against a domestic worker, Senator Idol Raffy Tulfo has proposed a one-strike policy and increased criminal liability for abusive employers. This move seeks to address and reduce the growing concerns surrounding the mistreatment of kasambahays, or domestic workers, in the Philippines. The senator’s proposal came during the… Read More Tulfo pushes for one-strike policy and stronger liability for abusive employers

Police, telcos team up, block over 1,500 e-sabong websites

The Philippine National Police – Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP ACG) has shut down 1,529 related e-sabong websites since June 2022 in a renewed crackdown on illicit online gambling. The heightened enforcement comes in response to the Presidential Executive Order No. 9, issued by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in December 2022, directing the continued suspension of… Read More Police, telcos team up, block over 1,500 e-sabong websites