Imelda Marcos makes surprise return to Tacloban’s Santo Niño Church after nearly a decade
TACLOBAN CITY — Former First Lady Imelda Marcos quietly returned to the Santo Niño Church , this city, on Thursday, September 18, marking her first public visit in almost 10 years.
The 96-year-old matriarch of...
Cuatro Islas shines as Visayas’ sole finalist in prestigious Para El MAR Awards
TACLOBAN CITY – Eastern Visayas’ very own Cuatro Islas Protected Landscape and Seascape (CIPLS) is making waves nationally after being named the lone finalist from the Visayas in the prestigious Para El MAR (For...
Artists blend creativity and technology at Eastern Visayas fiesta Haraya
TACLOBAN CITY —Paintings, sketches, and conversations about art and technology filled the air as 94 local artists from across Eastern Visayas gathered for the 2nd Eastern Visayas Regional Fiesta Haraya, a celebration of creativity...
Northern Samar showcases sustainable tourism gems at Philippine Travel Mart 2025
TACLOBAN CITY – Northern Samar’s natural wonders took center stage at the 36th Philippine Travel Mart, where the province’s exhibit drew attention for featuring two of its most iconic and sustainable destinations—the Lalaguna Mangrove...
Calbayog declares ‘Hadang Festival’ as its official city celebration, ending cultural debate
TACLOBAN CITY – After years of debate over cultural identity and representation, Calbayog City has formally institutionalized the ‘Hadang Festival’ as its official city festival, dropping the previously used ‘Sarakiki-Hadang’ branding.
The move was made...
Leyte explores science-themed tourism circuit with DOT–DOST partnership
TACLOBAN CITY – From meteorology and disaster preparedness to food science and interactive exhibits, Leyte is positioning itself as a hub for science tourism in Eastern Visayas.
As part of this initiative, the regional office...