Globe redefines connectivity beyond speed at The Blueprint Q1 2026
Globe Telecom opened the year with a bold message at its flagship quarterly media event. The Blueprint by Globe where connectivity is no longer about speed, but about consistent, reliable service, affordability, and easy...
Eastern Samar tightens livestock monitoring to guard vs ASF, rabies
TACLOBAN CITY — Veterinary and agriculture officials in Eastern Samar have stepped up coordination efforts to protect the province’s livestock industry and ensure food safety amid continuing threats from animal diseases.
The Provincial Veterinary Office...
Bill seeks P3,000 monthly pension for uncovered elderly Farmers
TACLOBAN CITY — Lawmakers are pushing to institutionalize a pension and insurance program for elderly, disabled and indigent farmers who are not covered by existing retirement systems, citing the growing vulnerability of aging agricultural...
DSWD stands firm on “anti-epal” rules
TACLOBAN CITY - The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) doubled down in keeping government-funded social protection programs free from political interference ensuring that assistance reaches intended beneficiaries transparently and without credit-grabbing.
The agency...
Army troops clash with NPA in Samar; 8ID pushes amnesty before deadline
TACLOBAN CITY — A 10-minute firefight erupted between government troops and suspected New People’s Army (NPA) rebels in the hinterlands of Barangay Mobo-ob, San Jorge, Samar on February 16, 2026, the military reported.
Soldiers from...
Calbayog City moves forward with plan for city college
TACLOBAN CITY — The Calbayog city government has taken initial steps toward establishing the proposed Calbayog City College, advancing both a feasibility study and the drafting of a city ordinance to formalize the institution.
Mayor...