SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — In churches across the country, one of the most solemn and symbolic moments of the Holy Week unfolds on Holy Thursday as priests kneel before parishioners to wash their feet, reenacting an act of humility performed by Jesus Christ during the Last Supper. The centuries-old stone walls of the Holy Child
Read More »Binignit takes center stage among Holy Week dishes in Mindanao
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — As early as 6 a.m. on Wednesday, residents flocked to this city’s two main public markets — the Farmers Market and Central Market — to buy ingredients for traditional Holy Week dishes, with binignit taking center stage. Vendors said demand surged as families prepared for the observance of Lent, when many Christians refrain
Read More »PH areas’ heat indices to reach ‘extreme caution’ on April 3
MANILA, Philippines — Heat indices in many areas in the country are expected to reach the “extreme caution” category on Good Friday, April 3, the state weather bureau said. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) defines heat index as the “measure of the contribution that high humidity makes with abnormally high temperatures
Read More »itel A100C Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines
Here’s The Complete List of Specifications, Features, & Price of the itel A100C The itel A100C was officially announced on October 06, 2025. The budget smartphone is fueled with a 5000 mAh battery. It is available in colors like Pure Black, Titanium Gold, Blaze Blue, and Silk Green. Body & Display: It comes with a ... Read more
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Read More »Maundy Thursday 2026: Events On This Day According To The Bible
Maundy Thursday 2026 falls on April 2, and here are some biblical events. MAUNDY THURSDAY 2026 – This is the most important week in Catholicism, and here are some biblical events on this day. Observed on April 2, 2026, is Maundy Wednesday. This marks the fourth day of Holy Week. This is a sacred time ... Read more
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Read More »Cebu City Holy Week drug sweep: 3 arrested, ₱1.3M shabu seized
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Buy-busts operations conducted during the Holy Week period in Cebu City led to the arrest of three suspects, including two high-value individuals, and the seizure of more than ₱1.3 million worth of suspected shabu. The series of buy-bust operations was carried out from April 1 to early April 2 in different
Read More »Iran launched missiles at Israel after Trump’s ‘Stone Age’ threat
JERUSALEM — Israel revealed it came under Iranian missile strike on Thursday, following US President Donald Trump’s threat to bomb Iran back into the “Stone Ages” with weeks of heavy strikes. Trump, in a speech from the White House, sought to reassure war-weary Americans that the military campaign that began on February 28 was coming
Read More »Driver in TXT Soobin overcharging case faces charges, impoundment
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The taxi driver involved in the alleged overcharging of K-pop idol Choi Soobin in Cebu faces possible criminal and administrative sanctions, including license revocation and vehicle impoundment, according to the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB). The case stems from a viral video showing the driver allegedly demanding a higher
Read More »Pangasinan cuts back on Pista’y Dayat activities
LINGAYEN, Pangasinan – The provincial government of Pangasinan has decided to forego with the grandiose Pista’y Dayat (Sea Festival) revelry this year, saying the budget would instead be saved and used for projects that would help the Pangasinenses cope with the skyrocketing cost of living. But some activities will continue as they have been started.
Read More »DOT reminds tourists: Stay outside Mayon danger zones
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay — The Department of Tourism (DOT) in the Bicol region has reminded tourists to stay away from the declared six-kilometer permanent danger zone around Mayon Volcano while engaging in activities during the Holy Week break. DOT Regional Director Herbie Aguas said Mayon remains under Alert Level 3 and is still in an
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