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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:35:24
Mansalay town now fossil fuel-free, pushes shift to renewable power
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Green energy advocates have welcomed Mansalay town's declaration as a fossil fuel-free and renewable energy municipality, calling it a significant step toward reducing Mindoro's dependence on oil-based power and expanding access to clean energy. Through Resolution No. 429-2026, the Mansalay municipal government committed to integrate renewable energy into its local
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:35:51
Laguna de Bay water level drops to 11.84 meters amid El Niño
LUCENA CITY The water level of Laguna de Bay continued to decline, reaching 11.84 meters on Thursday (Nov. 5) under El Niño conditions, the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) reported. The lake's water level dropped from 11.87 meters which was recorded on Wednesday (Nov. 4). Based on its latest monitoring, the agency said the
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:37:53
Walang Pasok: Class suspensions on Friday (Nov. 6) due to high heat index
MANILA, Philippines — In-person classes were cancelled in Albay on Friday (Nov. 6) due to the expected extreme heat and scheduled power interruption. Bicol Region READ: Walang Pasok: High heat index prompts class suspensions on Nov. 3 The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration earlier reported that the heat index in Coron, Palawan, Dumangas,
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:44:00
Bacoor City eyeing waste-to-energy technology amid garbage problem
LUCENA CITY – With more than half a million kilograms of waste generated daily, Bacoor City is eyeing waste-to-energy (WTE) technology as a potential long-term solution to its garbage management problem. Mayor Strike Revilla said in a Facebook post on Thursday that the city generates about 533,622.98 kilograms of waste every day. "In response to
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:01:23
Pet crematorium issue exposes gaps in animal welfare laws – analyst
MANILA, Philippines — Cases of animal neglect that have recently drawn public attention — from the abandonment of pet remains entrusted to crematoriums to recurring incidents of animal abuse — underscore the need to strengthen the country's animal welfare mechanisms. This was the assessment of Dr. Alicor Panao, an Inquirer data scientist and associate professor
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:16:28
NBI prepares 6 complaints against people behind dumping of pet remains
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said Thursday it is preparing to file six complaints against individuals allegedly involved in dumping pet remains, which were supposedly intended for cremation, inside sacks and plastic bags at a vacant lot in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. NBI Director Melvin Matibag made the statement after
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:18:00
3 arrested for transporting fish allegedly caught via explosives
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Three individuals were arrested for transporting fish allegedly caught using explosives after authorities intercepted a vehicle carrying 47 boxes of assorted fish at a checkpoint in Brooke's Point, Palawan, on Wednesday. The suspects were apprehended along the National Highway in Barangay Maasin by the Philippine National Police Maritime Group's 2nd
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:26:00
Bacoor City eyeing city-owned pet crematorium
LUCENA CITY — Bacoor City in Cavite is planning to put up a city-owned pet crematorium amid the controversy over a private facility that has been accused of mishandling the remains of animals entrusted to it. "Our goal is also to establish a city-owned pet crematorium to provide proper, reliable and affordable services for our
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:29:36
Robredo: No room for unauthorized budget insertions in Naga City
MANILA, Philippines — Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo said Thursday that there is no room for unauthorized budget insertions in the city's budget. In a media interview following the ceremonial turnover of Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Assistance Program (DRRAP) funds to local government units (LGUs) at Malacañan Palace, Robredo discussed Naga City's budget preparation process. READ:
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:30:49
Marcos warns LGUs against corruption in P8.6-B disaster funds
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday warned local government units (LGUs) against corruption in the use of P8.6 billion in disaster funds, saying those who profit from the suffering of their fellow Filipinos would face legal consequences. Marcos issued the warning during the ceremonial turnover of Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Assistance Program
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:42:11
Montenegro Shipping cancels Odiongan-Batangas trips on Nov. 6
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Montenegro Shipping Lines Inc. has temporarily suspended its ferry trips from Odiongan town in Romblon, to Batangas on Friday (Nov. 6), according to a travel advisory. The advisory did not specify the reason for the suspension. READ: More int'l shipping lines calling on Batangas port Affected passengers were advised to
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:01:59
Valencia City joins nationwide magnitude 8.5 mega-quake drill
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon Ten-year-old Ray Mark woke up early with one thing in mind: survival. Located 15 kilometers from Valencia City's economic hub, the Tongan Tongan Elementary School student joined thousands of "terrified yet prepared citizens across the nation. They dove under desks for the life-saving duck, cover, and hold routine as the Fourth
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:16:00
Butuan readies Mt. Mayapay View Deck for sustainable, regulated tourism
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Butuan City is moving to balance tourism development and environmental protection as it prepares the popular Mayapay View Site / Mt. MayapayView Deck for broader public access and sustainable eco-tourism. The Butuan City Public Information Office (PIO) reported that a comprehensive evaluation is underway to upgrade safety protocols, establish
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:31:55
Luistro: No 'fishing expedition' in wealth case vs VP Duterte
MANILA, Philippines — The House prosecution panel in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial did not go on a "fishing expedition" as its evidence came from her own records, along with those of her husband, lawyer Manases Carpio, and their alleged companies. Rep. Gerville Luistro, the lead prosecutor, made this denial on Wednesday in an
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:34:12
PTFoMS backs decriminalizing libel
IPIL, Zamboanga Sibugay – The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) expressed support to the moves of the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines and other media groups to decriminalize libel. Undersecretary Jose Torres Jr., PTFOMS executive director, said it is still necessary to have a libel law for the protection of citizens.
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:52:00
Dangerous heat index expected in 3 areas on Friday – Pagasa
MANILA, Philippines — A dangerous heat index is forecast on Friday in Coron, Palawan, as well as in Dipolog City and Butuan City. In its latest heat index forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported that Coron, Palawan may experience a heat index of 43 °C while Dipolog and Butuan may
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:09:25
Luistro praises ex-law dean's reason for declining to be VP witness
MANILA, Philippines — Rep. Gerville Luistro praised former law dean Ralph Sarmiento on Thursday for his reason for declining to be a defense witness in Vice President Sara Z. Dutertes impeachment trial. In an interview on ANC's "Headstart" with Karen Davila, Luistro, the lead House prosecutor, said she appreciated Sarmientos explanation that he would like to
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:25:57
Watchdog: Speaker Dy to convene House budget panel to discuss reforms
MANILA, Philippines House Speaker Faustino "Bojie" Dy III pledged to convene the House Appropriations Committee to discuss potential reforms aimed at boosting budgeting transparency, a watchdog representative said on Thursday. Speaking at a media briefing after a meeting with lawmakers, People's Budget Coalition co-convener Kenneth Abante said he met with Dy on Wednesday evening
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:56:12
INQToday: Rodil Zalameda is new SC chief justice
MANILA, Philippines — Here are INQToday's top stories for Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, as of 6 p.m. Associate Justice Rodil Zalameda is new SC chief justice President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has chosen Supreme Court Associate Justice Rodil V. Zalameda to serve as the next chief justice of the Supreme Court, Presidential Communications Office Secretary Lino
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@newsinfo Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:07:14
Michelin-starred Manila restaurant eyes Samar delicacies for 2027 menu
TACLOBAN CITY — From shrimp-filled lumpia and smoked fish to seaweed salad, traditional salt, heirloom coffee and native rice cakes, the culinary treasures of Samar Island may soon find their way onto the tables of one of the Philippines most acclaimed restaurants. Hapag MNL, a one-Michelin-star Filipino fine-dining restaurant in Makati City, has explored communities
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