Flight Cancellations at Manila Airport Due to Bad Weather
Read more about flight cancellations at Manila Airport due to bad weather. Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for updates and alternative arrangements.
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Assistance Promised for Farmers Impacted by Dry Spell
Learn more about the Philippine government’s efforts to assist farmers affected by the dry spell caused by El Niño. Financial aid, heat-tolerant seeds, and other forms of support are being provided to help farmers recover and sustain their livelihoods.
Man Mistaken for Terrorist Leader Freed After Five Months in Detention
Learn more about the case of a man who was mistakenly detained for five months, accused of being a terrorist leader. With the help of the Public Attorney’s Office, the charges were dismissed based on mistaken identity and the testimony of military officials. Senator Robinhood Padilla expresses gratitude to PAO chief Persida Rueda-Acosta and the team of public lawyers who helped secure Mohammad’s release.
Fair Weather Forecast for the Philippines as Northeast Monsoon Weakens
Learn more about the fair weather forecast for the Philippines as the northeast monsoon weakens. Expect isolated rain showers and thunderstorms due to the easterlies, while partly cloudy to overcast skies with localized thunderstorms are expected in Metro Manila and the rest of the country.
China Re-Installs Floating Barriers in Scarborough Shoal
Learn more about China’s re-installation of floating barriers in Scarborough Shoal, which is part of the West Philippine Sea. The barriers are being monitored by the China Coast Guard and have raised concerns about the impact on fishing activities in the area. Read more for details and the controversy surrounding the Philippine Coast Guard’s claim of removing a previous barrier.
![This photo taken on February 15, 2024 shows Filipino fishermen aboard their wooden boats queueing for free fuel beside the Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) ship BRP Datu Tamblot (L) as a Chinese coast guard ship (background R) monitors near the China-controlled Scarborough Shoal, in disputed waters of the South China Sea. The Philippines on February 17 accused Chinese coast guard vessels of "dangerous" manoeuvres for attempting to block a Filipino vessel dropping supplies to fishermen at a reef off the Southeast Asian nation's coast. (Photo by Ted ALJIBE / AFP) / “The erroneous mention[s] appearing in the metadata of this photo by Ted ALJIBE has been modified in AFP systems in the following manner: [At sea] instead of [Scarborough Shoal]. Please immediately remove the erroneous mention[s] from all your online services and delete it (them) from your servers. If you have been authorized by AFP to distribute it (them) to third parties, please ensure that the same actions are carried out by them. Failure to promptly comply with these instructions will entail liability on your part for any continued or post notification usage. Therefore we thank you very much for all your attention and prompt action. We are sorry for the inconvenience this notification may cause and remain at your disposal for any further information you may require.”](https://kabayankuwait.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/304417-400x250.jpg "Marcos Orders PCG to Continue Patrols in Disputed Waters")
Marcos Orders PCG to Continue Patrols in Disputed Waters
Learn more about President Marcos’ order for the PCG to continue patrols in the disputed waters of the West Philippine Sea. This move aims to protect Filipino fishermen and assert Philippine sovereignty, without provoking any party involved.