Borongan reopens Hebacong Sea of Clouds as eco-tourism hub in former conflict zone
TACLOBAN CITY — The Borongan city government has reopened the Hebacong Sea of Clouds in Eastern Samar following a major rehabilitation project funded by the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), transforming a...
Catbalogan City serves up new food tourism experience highlighting local flavors
CATBALOGAN CITY — This Samar provincial capital is inviting visitors to explore its culinary scene through a new food tourism program that showcases local dishes, family recipes, and community-based dining spots across the city.
The...
ESSU opens doors to paid overseas internships through Bixter Academy partnership
TACLOBAN CITY — Students of Eastern Samar State University (ESSU) may soon gain access to paid work-and-training opportunities abroad following a landmark partnership with Bixter Academy, a global internship facilitator known for deploying students...
DENR brings media into Samar forest for Earth Day conservation drive
TACLOBAN CITY — To mark Earth Day 2026, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region 8 launched an immersive field activity in Basey, highlighting ongoing conservation efforts inside one of Eastern Visayas’...
Romualdez stays in PH, denies hiding amid controversy
TACLOBAN CITY — Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez remains in the country and continues to oversee his congressional duties despite mounting speculation about his absence from public events, a staff member from his Tacloban-based office...
Eastern Samar fisherfolk, boatmen struggle as fuel prices surge
TACLOBAN CITY — Rising fuel prices are forcing fishermen and small boat operators in Eastern Samar to adopt drastic measures to sustain their livelihoods, prompting renewed calls for immediate price relief.
In the island village...