‘Ghost Ships’ exhibit features Zambales fisherfolk stories

By Reia G. Pabelonia | March 16, 2025 SAN ANTONIO, Zambales (PIA) — The Ghost Ships exhibit at Casa San Miguel in San Antonio town highlights the stories of Zambales fisherfolk, shedding light on their struggles and resilience at sea. This exhibition is part of Zambulat 2025, in partnership with the National Commission for Culture… Read More ‘Ghost Ships’ exhibit features Zambales fisherfolk stories

Nominations now open for 7th Philippine Sports Tourism Awards

THE 7th Philippine Sports Tourism Awards (PSTA) is officially accepting nominations, covering 18 categories, to recognize excellence in the ever-evolving sports tourism industry. The PSTA honors private and government enterprises that successfully integrate sports and tourism, contributing to economic growth and community development across the Philippines. This prestigious award serves as a platform to showcase… Read More Nominations now open for 7th Philippine Sports Tourism Awards

PNP says ‘maximum tolerance’ observed in Duterte arrest

By Darryl John Esguerra | March 13, 2025 MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) said maximum tolerance was observed during the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte, despite the intense verbal confrontations and physical altercations that occurred during the operation. In a panel discussion in Malacañang Thursday, PNP spokesperson Police Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo said… Read More PNP says ‘maximum tolerance’ observed in Duterte arrest

PBBM: Duterte’s arrest PH commitment to Interpol

By PCO | March 12, 2025 PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday night reaffirmed that the arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte complied with the Philippines’ commitment to the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol). In a Palace briefing, President Marcos said that the Interpol Manila had received an official copy of the International Criminal… Read More PBBM: Duterte’s arrest PH commitment to Interpol

25 Subic farmers undergo bagoong making training

By Reia G. Pabelonia | March 12, 2025 IBA, Zambales (PIA) — The Department of Agrarian Reform trained about 25 farmers in Subic, Zambales in the process of making bagoong. The attendees were members of the SAPAO Cawag Farmers Association Inc. DAR Bataan-Zambales Program Beneficiaries Development Division Head Dana Domingo said the initiative aims to provide… Read More 25 Subic farmers undergo bagoong making training

World Bank reviews FishCoRe project in Zambales

SUBIC, Zambales — A team from the World Bank recently visited the municipalities of Subic, Botolan, Masinloc, and Sta. Cruz in Zambales to assess the ongoing implementation of the Fisheries and Coastal Resiliency (FishCoRe) Project. Joining them were representatives from the National Project Management Office (NPMO) and local government units. The visit aimed to evaluate… Read More World Bank reviews FishCoRe project in Zambales

From ground to sky: AirAsia Philippines honors women in action

MANILA (March 11, 2025)— In a powerful display of women leadership in aviation, AirAsia Philippines operated an all-women flight from Manila to Caticlan (Flight Z2 227) on Monday, March 10, featuring a complete team of female pilots, cabin crew, engineering, ground staff, and ramp agents. From check-in to takeoff, women led every aspect of the… Read More From ground to sky: AirAsia Philippines honors women in action

Philippine courts, not ICC, should try Duterte — Honasan

By Henry Empeño | 11 March 2025 FORMER Senator Gregorio “Gringo” Honasan II said on Tuesday that the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte by virtue of a warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) impinges on national sovereignty and sets a dangerous precedent. In a statement released to the media following Duterte’s arrest at… Read More Philippine courts, not ICC, should try Duterte — Honasan

Firemen battled Pundaquit grassfire with sand, tree branches

By E.H. Edejer | March 11, 2025 SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — A huge grassfire here that gained dramatic attention on social media Monday night was fanned by strong winds that stumped firefighters who battled it with rudimentary backpack sprayers, sand, and tree branches. According to a report from the Bureau of Fire Protection’s fire station… Read More Firemen battled Pundaquit grassfire with sand, tree branches

DINING THROUGH TIME AT SM CITY OLONGAPO DOWNTOWN: 4 CHOICES THAT BLEND TRADITION AND INNOVATION

These four dining choices of SM City Olongapo Downtown seamlessly link between classic flavors and modern twists, proving that great food never goes out of style. Chooks – Not just a takeout staple, Chooks keeps its signature juicy, no-sauce-needed roasted chicken while introducing exciting new flavors. Kai Xin – This restaurant modernizes Chinese cuisine with… Read More DINING THROUGH TIME AT SM CITY OLONGAPO DOWNTOWN: 4 CHOICES THAT BLEND TRADITION AND INNOVATION