DAVAO CITY --- Due to hot weather, some provinces in Mindanao declared the suspension of Face-to-Face Classes in all levels to protect the learners. Sultan Kudarat Vice Governor Raden Sakularan on Monday issued Executive Order No. 070 dated April 1 stating that the Province of Sultan Kudarat has been experiencing extreme heat conditions, with temperatures reaching … [Read more...] about Hot weather prompts Mindanao provinces to suspend F2F Classes
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Magnitude 5 quake jolts Surigao del Sur
A magnitude 5 earthquake jolted Surigao del Sur early Monday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported. The tectonic quake struck 24 km. northeast of Lingig town at 5:16 a.m. It was 28 km. deep and was tectonic in origin. Intensity V was felt in Hinatuan, while intensity IV was felt in the City of Bislig, Surigao del … [Read more...] about Magnitude 5 quake jolts Surigao del Sur
Mount Apo closed until April 30
DAVAO CITY ---The country's highest mountain peak will remain closed until April 20 due to the El Niño phenomenon as decided by the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) of Mount Apo Natural Park (MANP). In a notice, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources Davao Region stated that the decision was arrived "After careful evaluation, has decided to extend the … [Read more...] about Mount Apo closed until April 30
Carpio: Duterte exceeded authority in ‘gentleman’s agreement’
MANILA – Retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonio Carpio on Thursday said former President Rodrigo Duterte acted beyond his authority and surrendered the country's rights if he did indeed enter into a “gentleman's agreement’ with China not to maintain BRP Sierra Madre, the Philippine Marine outpost in Ayungin Shoal. "Duterte knew that without repairs the BRP … [Read more...] about Carpio: Duterte exceeded authority in ‘gentleman’s agreement’
Philippines will not surrender sovereign rights over WPS to China-Marcos
DAVAO CITY --- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. stood firm that the Philippine government will not surrender the country’s sovereign rights over the West Philippine Sea (WPS) and will not be deterred by China’s threats amid its recent intimidation, saying he will implement “a response and countermeasure package” against them. In a statement, President Marcos said he has met … [Read more...] about Philippines will not surrender sovereign rights over WPS to China-Marcos
