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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:16:10
Romblon capitol rolls out reproductive health policy for workers
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Romblon has enacted a comprehensive reproductive health and wellness program for all provincial government employees, according to its social media post on Thursday. Enacted on October 9 during the boards 35th Regular Session, Provincial Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2026 mandates institutional access to reproductive health
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:28:35
58 passengers rescued from distressed sea vessel off Real, Quezon
LUCENA CITY — The Philippine Coast Guard rescued 58 passengers from a roll-on/roll-off vessel that tilted to its right side about 10 meters from the port of Real, Quezon before daybreak on Friday. The MV Virgen de Peñafrancia II had just arrived from Polillo Island and was preparing to dock at the port in Barangay
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:40:28
Dengue hits all villages of Agusan del Sur town; 2 dead
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Dengue has swept through all 27 villages of this town, a commercial hub of Agusan del Sur province, infecting 432 residents and claiming two lives as of Wednesday, according to the Municipal Health Office (MHO). The surge mirrors a wider health crisis across Agusan del Sur, which was placed
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:40:49
WATCH: Flower sales still normal but prices expected to go up on weekend
Sales of flowers at Dangwa Flower Market remain normal, with no significant surge in demand yet. However, prices of flowers are expected to increase slightly as Undas approaches and more Filipinos traditionally buy flowers to offer at their loved ones' graves.
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:51:28
PITX logs over 1 million passengers ahead of Undas 2026 weekend
MANILA, Philippines — Passenger count at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) reached past one million as more Filipinos gear up early for their annual journey back to their home provinces in time for Undas 2026 commemmoration, or the celebration of All Souls' Day and All Saints' Day. Based on data released by PITX as
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:04:43
BREAKING: Mayon Volcano erupts, sends ash plume 3,000 meters high
(2ND UPDATE) MANILA, Philippines — Mayon Volcano recorded a moderately explosive eruption on Friday, Oct. 30, sending a grayish ash plume 3,000 meters above the volcano, the state volcanology agency said. The eruption began at 11:53 a.m. and ended at 11:59 a.m., lasting nearly six minutes, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:05:41
Poor even in death: The high cost of dying in the Philippines
MANILA, Philippines — In a country where millions live in poverty and struggle to make ends meet, the cost of holding a wake and burying a loved one can be overwhelming, especially for families still burdened by hospital bills and debts after prolonged medical treatment. Government data showed that 9.7% of the Philippine population, or
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:07:58
BARMM lawmakers arrive for inaugural session amid tight security
COTABATO CITY — Elected members of the Bangsamoro Parliament began arriving at the Bangsamoro Government Center (BGC) on Friday morning for its inaugural session on the afternoon. At around 10 a.m., luxury vehicles were seen at the BGC's main gate as light rain continued to fall. Among the early birds were Moro Islamic Liberation Front
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:08:02
Mayon Volcano's alert level raised to 3 after eruption
LEGAZPI CITY — The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Friday raised Mayon Volcano's alert status from Level 2 to Level 3 following a moderately explosive eruption that sent an ash plume 3,000 meters above its summit. The eruption occurred at 11:53 a.m. on Oct. 30, producing a dense, rapidly rising ash column
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:14:48
PNP to Bato dela Rosa: Surrender to prevent harm to uniformed personnel
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) appealed to Sen. Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa, a former nationalpolicechief, to voluntarily surrender to prevent harm to uniformed personnel. "Kung sa puso niya ay gayun pa ang kanyang pagiging tatay ng Philippine National Police, alam ko hindi niya hahayaan na mayroon isa o dalawa o 10 members
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:17:46
Albay suspends classes after Mayon's explosive eruption
LEGAZPI CITY — Following Mayon Volcanos explosive eruption, classes at all levels in public and private schools across Albay were suspended Friday afternoon. Gov. Noel Rosal announced the suspension in a Facebook post, saying classes would remain suspended until further notice. "Classes in all levels in Albay, private/public, suspended this afternoon until lifted," Rosal said.
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:40:01
Mla North Cemetery Undas operating hours' extension to be assessed
MANILA, Philippines — Whether or not the operating hours of the Manila North Cemetery during Undas—or the observance of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day—will be extended will have to be evaluated by the local government of Manila. Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso gave this view on Friday (October 30). As of now, Manila
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:47:25
Manila Memorial Park in Sucat logs over 16,000 visitors ahead of Undas
MANILA, Philippines – More than 16,000 visitors were recorded at Manila Memorial Park in Sucat on Friday, exceeding the cemeterys expected count of 15,000. According to cemetery authorities, security personnel recorded 16,183 visitors as of 12 noon, two days ahead of All Saints Day. READ: LIVE UPDATES: Undas 2026 | Oct. 30 It was the
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:03:15
Undas 2026: Passengers flock to terminals; cemeteries begin to draw crowds
While Filipinos begin to observe Undas 2026, passenger volume at transport terminals has picked up as travelers head to their respective provinces to visit their departed loved ones. The cemeteries have also started drawing crowds ahead of All Saints Day and All Souls Day while authorities have deployed additional personnel at major transport hubs and
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:13:00
Bangsamoro parliament convenes with 79 members present
COTABATO CITY The first elected Bangsamoro Parliament convened in the regional legislatures plenary hall at the Bangsamoro Government Center here on Friday with 79 of 80 members present. Sheikh Muslim Guiamaden, Bangsamoro wali or ceremonial head, struck the gong, which symbolizes the opening of the session. Director Jaime Ayub, the highest-ranking officer of the
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:25:47
Isko Moreno gives reminders for Manila North Cemetery Undas visitors
MANILA, Philippines — Ahead of Undas, or the All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day holidays, Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso on Friday issued reminders to the public, who intend to visit the Manila North Cemetery. During an inspection led by the mayor at the cemetery, Domagoso told potential visitors what not to bring
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:29:58
Undas 2026: Key reminders for a safe, clean cemetery visit
MANILA, Philippines — As Filipinos visit cemeteries this Undas to remember their departed loved ones, environmental advocates are urging them to reduce waste, while authorities are reminding families to keep children safe, observe fire precautions and prepare for changing weather. From bringing reusable food containers and disposing of trash properly to keeping pathways clear and
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:55:38
Leachon decries alleged harassment, vows to testify on Dengvaxia
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro Health reform advocate Dr. Anthony "Tony" Leachon has denounced continuing attempts to silence him as a vital witness in pending criminal cases involving the state-sponsored Dengvaxia vaccinations now being heard by a Quezon City Regional Trial Court. In a statement on Wednesday, Leachon, a resident doctor at Manila Doctors Hospital, confirmed
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:03:00
Don't keep cremated remains at home – Archdiocese of Manila
MANILA, Philippines—As families prepare to remember their departed loved ones this Undas, the Archdiocese of Manila has reminded Catholics that cremated remains should be laid to rest in a grave, mausoleum or columbarium. In an Oct. 24 circular released on Friday, the archdiocese cited the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines' Liturgical Guidelines on Cremation.
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:11:55
14 Palawan offshore oil, gas deals threaten marine biodiversity
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Fourteen of the countrys 22 active petroleum service contracts (PSCs) are located in waters surrounding Palawan, raising concerns over potential threats to marine biodiversity, protected areas and coastal communities, an environmental group said. The Center for Energy, Ecology, and Development (CEED) raised the alarm on Friday in its report, "Don't
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