MANILA, Philippines — The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) is urging Filipino families to refocus Holy Week on shared prayer and spiritual renewal, rather than treat it mainly as a time for reunions, social gatherings and routine traditions. Lipa Archbishop Gilbert Garcera, CBCP president, said the annual observance calls for a deeper encounter

MANILA, Philippines – Devotees filled the streets of Manila on Good Friday as they took part in the procession of the Black Nazarene, one of the most anticipated religious events during Holy Week. According to Quiapo Church, the procession was set to begin at midnight of Good Friday and it started earlier than scheduled. In

MANILA, Philippines – Devotees filled the streets of Manila on Good Friday as they took part in the procession of the Black Nazarene, one of the most anticipated religious events during Holy Week. According to Quiapo Church, the procession was set to begin at midnight of Good Friday and it started earlier than scheduled. In

MANILA, Philippines — As Catholics observed Good Friday, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged the faithful to live with “greater faith, humility, and compassion.” In a message posted on social media, Marcos joined Christians in commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ at Calvary. READ: Holy Week 2026: Intramuros, the lost heart of devotion “Today, we

Some traditional healers choose a different path by climbing mountains during Holy Week while many people are resting or traveling.  While many Filipinos spend Holy Week resting or traveling, several traditional healers choose a different path. Instead of going to beaches or resorts, they climb mountains to pray, reflect, and strengthen their faith.  These healers, often called ... Read more

The post Devotion of Traditional Healers in Climbing Mountains During Holy Week  appeared first on PhilNews.

Pinoy Seafarers Get Major Safety Boost in Strait of Hormuz After Iran Promise STRAIT OF HORMUZ – Filipino seafarers and Philippine vessels received a major boost after Iran assured safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The Philippine government has secured assurances from Iran that Filipino seafarers and Philippine-flagged vessels can safely pass through the ... Read more

The post Philippines Secures Safe Passage In Strait Of Hormuz For Ships & Seafarers appeared first on PhilNews.

Pinoy Seafarers Get Major Safety Boost in Strait of Hormuz After Iran Promise STRAIT OF HORMUZ – Filipino seafarers and Philippine vessels received a major boost after Iran assured safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The Philippine government has secured assurances from Iran that Filipino seafarers and Philippine-flagged vessels can safely pass through the ... Read more

The post Philippines Secures Safe Passage In Strait Of Hormuz For Ships & Seafarers appeared first on PhilNews.

Some traditional healers choose a different path by climbing mountains during Holy Week while many people are resting or traveling.  While many Filipinos spend Holy Week resting or traveling, several traditional healers choose a different path. Instead of going to beaches or resorts, they climb mountains to pray, reflect, and strengthen their faith.  These healers, often called ... Read more

The post Devotion of Traditional Healers in Climbing Mountains During Holy Week  appeared first on PhilNews.

Sipho Mbatha, popularly known as DJ Sqgemeza, has broken his silence over his departure from Ukhozi FM on Tuesday, 31 March 2026.

NEW YORK — Blake Lively’s sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie “It Ends With Us” were dismissed Thursday by a federal judge who left intact three claims, including retaliation, that will let a jury hear many of the allegations anyway. The written ruling by Judge Lewis J. Liman