Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to reach even the most geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDAs), the Department of Health (DOH) – Ilocos Region, together with partner agencies and local health workers, successfully delivered oral health and PuroKalusugan services to Indigenous Peoples in Brgy. Babuyan, Infanta, Pangasinan on February 26, 2026. Home to members of the …
PARIS (AP) — Governments across the world scrambled to organize the return of their citizens from the Middle East on Wednesday and air traffic seemed to be picking up slightly as travel across the region remained heavily disrupted by the widening war in the region. The first flight repatriating French citizens stranded in the Middle East landed …
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Catholic priests in Rhode Island preyed on hundreds of children for decades, getting away with sexual abuse largely due to a system where bishops prioritized minimizing scandal as the diocese maintained a secret archive to conceal the revelation of more victims. These findings were among the many sobering details released Wednesday …
Not one, not two, but three. Benguet’s capital town of La Trinidad is preparing a “triple” treat for its annual Strawberry Festival, planning to serve three massive cakes to the public on March 29. Councilor Belmer Elis, chairman of the municipal tourism committee, said organizers are in the planning and design stages for the three …
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NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. and Israel’s joint war in Iran has already upended travel across the Middle East, stranding tens of thousands of people. And the future is anything but certain. Experts stress that flights scheduled in the coming days and weeks could continue to see disruptions — causing ripple effects globally, especially as the war widens with retaliatory strikes in …
BERLIN (AP) — Tens of thousands of people, from Romanian religious pilgrims to tourists and diplomats’ family members, are stranded across the Middle East as the Iran war spreads throughout the region. Major airlines have canceled flights to and from the region, and airspace across the Gulf is closed. Some of those who are stuck have …
Benguet Lone District Rep. Eric Go Yap filed a joint resolution seeking the immediate suspension of excise taxes on fuel, warning that skyrocketing transport costs are threatening the livelihoods of highland farmers and the country’s food security. In a House Joint Resolution introduced by Yap, the Benguet solon calls on the President to exercise temporary …
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The Onjon ni Ivadoy Association Inc. has accepted the apology of Southern country singer Romeo Ogong, undertaking the sabusab ritual to bring closure to the issue within the Indigenous Peoples (IP) community. On March 2, the ritual was conducted at Ibaloy Park following a dialogue organized by the IP group, which led the Ibaloy Day …
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday pushed back against mounting criticism that he hasn’t done enough to explain why it was necessary to start a war with Iran now or to articulate his vision for an endgame to the escalating conflict. The frustration is coming not just from the political left but also from his MAGA base, as …
The Baguio Flower Festival Foundation, Inc. (BFFFI) is claiming full responsibility following reports of injuries sustained by performers during the Panagbenga Grand Street Dance Parade. In a statement released Monday, BFFFI executive committee chairperson Anthony De Leon addressed growing concerns over the use of artificial turf at the Melvin Jones Grandstand, which participants and spectators …
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