New York City — One Waraynon Creators, a growing collective of digital content creators from Samar Island, is making a meaningful impact beyond social media by organizing regular humanitarian missions to support underserved communities across the island. Through these initiatives, the group distributes food packs, school supplies, and other essential items to families, schoolchildren, and senior citizens who need them most. According to Dr. Cassey Samantilla, the organizatio

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – Grief turned into a nightmare for one family after they were forced to move their loved one’s coffin to the second floor as neck-deep floodwaters invaded their home at the height of Typhoon Basyang. The heartbreaking scene showed relatives wading through murky water while trying to keep the white coffin from being swallowed by the flood. Kent Kobe Opon, who shared the images online, said Basyang robbed them of both their home and their chance to mourn in

A woman sustained 63 stab wounds after she was allegedly attacked and killed by her husband, a retired member of the United States Marine Corps. The victim was identified as Norma Abadano Hall, 36, a resident of Barangay Pinocawan, Vallehermoso, Negros Oriental. The suspect was identified as her husband, John William Hall, 40, a former U.S. Marine from Norfolk, Virginia, USA, who had been living in the same area. According to Vallehermoso Chief of Police PCPT Berwyn Soreño, t

The House Committee on Justice has dismissed two impeachment complaints filed against President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. over alleged violations of the Constitution. After a two-day marathon hearing, the committee ruled on Wednesday, February 4, that the impeachment complaints were insufficient in substance. The first complaint was filed by lawyer Andre de Jesus, while the second was submitted by the Makabayan bloc led by former Gabriela Party-list Representative Liza

Virginia Sernada presents her permaculture design. Tagbilaran City - From universities and farmlands, a thousand biodiversity gardens and compost pits will flourish. The global organization Women's Federation for World Peace International, UN Office  and its partners in Cebu and Bohol concluded a successful and promising Permaculture Education Summit and Immersion Tour in January 2026, showcasing the UN paradigm thinking global, acting local. With a renewed commitment to loca

NEW YORK CITY — At least 16 people have died across New York City as a brutal polar cold outbreak continues to grip the region, city officials confirmed, underscoring the deadly impact of extreme winter weather on vulnerable populations. Authorities said the deaths were reported during a period of dangerously low temperatures and severe wind chills that plunged well below freezing, creating life-threatening conditions, particularly for individuals experiencing homelessness, t

The House Committee on Justice on Monday declared sufficient in form the impeachment complaint filed against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., following a decisive vote by committee members. By a vote of 46–1–1, the panel ruled that the impeachment complaint lodged by lawyer Andre de Jesus met the procedural requirements set under the Constitution and House rules. The determination of sufficiency in form means that the complaint complied with technical and legal standards, incl

The fate of the two impeachment complaints pending against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will ultimately hinge on the strength of the evidence presented and the “conscience” of lawmakers, according to Bicol Saro Party-list Rep. Terry Ridon. Speaking on Sunday, Ridon said the House of Representatives is prepared to begin formal deliberations on the complaints, stressing that the impeachment process must be guided by facts and constitutional duty rather than political consider

Groups affiliated with the Makabayan Coalition on Monday filed the first petition in the second batch of impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, formally submitting the case to the Office of the House Secretary General. The verified complaint accuses the Vice President of betrayal of public trust, citing three major grounds linked to the alleged misuse of confidential funds, lack of transparency, and defiance of congressional oversight. According to the pe

IN 48 days starting February 1st, winter in New York will officially end with the vernal equinox. Many of us who felt uncomfortable before, during, and after the January 25 monster snowstorm are looking forward to emerging from winter with outdoor dining, bustling parks, and numerous cultural festivals. We are encouraging friends who love and have the capacity to travel to visit New York in this exciting season. When the cold season says goodbye and springtime says hello on M

A brutal killing has stunned residents of Sto. Tomas after a young man surrendered to authorities and admitted to fatally stabbing a member of the LGBT community, claiming the attack was fueled by anger after he was allegedly sexually abused multiple times. According to the Sto. Tomas Police, the suspect voluntarily went to authorities on Saturday and turned over the knife he allegedly used in the killing. The stabbing reportedly occurred in a remote area of Barangay Balellen

New York City — The Municipality of Laoang proudly showcased Embajada-Sinulog, a grand cultural and religious presentation honoring the Santo Niño (Holy Child Jesus) while celebrating the town’s deep-rooted history, faith, and artistic heritage. The annual event is a major highlight of Laoang’s religious calendar and continues to draw strong community participation and public interest. Laoang is among the earliest towns to celebrate the Feast of the Santo Niño, with devotion

U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) on Tuesday expressed condolences following a deadly ferry disaster in the southern Philippines that killed multiple passengers and triggered an extensive search-and-rescue operation. In a statement, Meng said she was “absolutely heartbroken” by the tragedy and extended her sympathies to the victims and their families. “This is an awful and devastating tragedy,” Meng said. “I am praying for all who have been impacted and I send my deepest condolenc

NEW YORK - A statewide coalition of lawmakers, consumer advocates, and community groups on Tuesday unveiled the Stop Taking Our Pay (STOP) Act, a proposed bill aimed at cracking down on app-based payday lenders accused of trapping low-wage workers in cycles of high-interest debt. The legislation S8939/A9644 is sponsored by State Senator Samra Brouk of Rochester and Assemblymember Steven Raga of Queens. It would regulate so-called “Earned Wage Access” (EWA) apps under New York

NEW YORK - At least 16 people have died across the United States as a powerful winter storm and brutal cold sweep through much of the country, according to local officials. Fatalities have been reported in Pennsylvania (3), Tennessee (3), Louisiana (3), Texas (2), Mississippi (2), Kansas (1), Massachusetts (1), and Arkansas (1). While the heaviest snow from the weekend storm is now moving offshore, its impacts remain widespread. More than 200 million people are under alerts f

Batangas Representative Leandro Legarda Leviste is sounding the alarm, declaring that the Philippines is now living under what he calls “de facto martial law” undeclared, but deeply felt across the country. The lawmaker said fear has taken hold as government critics are allegedly being targeted with cases, while political allies appear to be spared. “People are afraid to speak,” Leviste warned, saying silence is no longer a choice but a survival tactic for many Filipinos.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is in proper condition to face judicial proceedings related to allegations of crimes against humanity. According to the ICC, Duterte is physically and mentally fit to participate in the legal process as the court prepares for the next major phase of the case. The confirmation of charges hearing where judges will determine whether there is sufficient evidence to proceed to tri

NEW YORK - It is Day 10 of the historic nurses’ strike in New York City, and despite bitter cold temperatures, nurses remain resolute as they march through picket lines, chanting and calling for a fair contract. Fil-Am registered nurse Lynette Escaño, a pediatric intensive care nurse, has been in the profession for 28 years. She has spent the last 19 years working at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Medical Center – Moses Campus, where she serves in the Pediatric Intensi

President Donald Trump has unveiled what he calls the Working Families Tax Cuts, a sweeping proposal that would make his 2017 tax cuts permanent while introducing new tax relief measures aimed at American workers and middle-income families. According to a fact sheet released by Trump’s team, the plan seeks to prevent an across-the-board tax increase scheduled to take effect in 2026 if current tax provisions expire. The proposal would continue lower tax rates for all income br

Former senator and actor Ramon Bong Revilla Jr surrendered to the Philippine National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group after the Sandiganbayan issued a warrant for his arrest in connection with an alleged flood control scam in Bulacan. The anti-graft court ordered the arrest of Revilla and six co-accused for the alleged malversation of public funds amounting to ₱92.8 million, linked to a so-called “ghost” flood control project in Pandi, Bulacan. Also named in