Gavin Newsom says he will commute all death sentences in California to life

Global News - Nov 5, 2026

There are 548 people on death row in California. Newsom’s decision announced Thursday comes as he prepares to leave office after eight years.

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Dangerous heat index expected in 3 areas on Friday – Pagasa

Nov 5, 2026

Dangerous heat index expected in 3 areas on Friday – Pagasa

MANILA, Philippines — A dangerous heat index is forecast on Friday in Coron, Palawan, as well as in Dipolog City and Butuan City. In its latest heat index forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported that Coron, Palawan may experience a heat index of 43 °C while Dipolog and Butuan may

PTFoMS backs decriminalizing libel

Nov 5, 2026

PTFoMS backs decriminalizing libel

IPIL, Zamboanga Sibugay – The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) expressed support to the moves of the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines and other media groups to decriminalize libel.  Undersecretary Jose Torres Jr., PTFOMS executive director, said it is still necessary to have a libel law for the protection of citizens.

Luistro: No ‘fishing expedition’ in wealth case vs VP Duterte

Nov 5, 2026

Luistro: No ‘fishing expedition’ in wealth case vs VP Duterte

MANILA, Philippines — The House prosecution panel in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial did not go on a “fishing expedition” as its evidence came from her own records, along with those of her husband, lawyer Manases Carpio, and their alleged companies. Rep. Gerville Luistro, the lead prosecutor, made this denial on Wednesday in an

Butuan readies Mt. Mayapay View Deck for sustainable, regulated tourism

Nov 5, 2026

Butuan readies Mt. Mayapay View Deck for sustainable, regulated tourism

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Butuan City is moving to balance tourism development and environmental protection as it prepares the popular Mayapay View Site / Mt. MayapayView Deck for broader public access and sustainable eco-tourism. The Butuan City Public Information Office (PIO) reported that a comprehensive evaluation is underway to upgrade safety protocols, establish

Valencia City joins nationwide magnitude 8.5 mega-quake drill

Nov 5, 2026

Valencia City joins nationwide magnitude 8.5 mega-quake drill

VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon – Ten-year-old Ray Mark woke up early with one thing in mind: survival. Located 15 kilometers from Valencia City’s economic hub, the Tongan Tongan Elementary School student joined thousands of “terrified yet prepared citizens across the nation.” They dove under desks for the life-saving “duck, cover, and hold” routine as the Fourth

Montenegro Shipping cancels Odiongan-Batangas trips on Nov. 6

Nov 5, 2026

Montenegro Shipping cancels Odiongan-Batangas trips on Nov. 6

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Montenegro Shipping Lines Inc. has temporarily suspended its ferry trips from Odiongan town in Romblon, to Batangas on Friday (Nov. 6), according to a travel advisory. The advisory did not specify the reason for the suspension. READ: More int’l shipping lines calling on Batangas port Affected passengers were advised to

Marcos warns LGUs against corruption in P8.6-B disaster funds

Nov 5, 2026

Marcos warns LGUs against corruption in P8.6-B disaster funds

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday warned local government units (LGUs) against corruption in the use of P8.6 billion in disaster funds, saying those who profit from the suffering of their fellow Filipinos would face legal consequences. Marcos issued the warning during the ceremonial turnover of Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Assistance Program

Robredo: No room for unauthorized budget insertions in Naga City

Nov 5, 2026

Robredo: No room for unauthorized budget insertions in Naga City

MANILA, Philippines — Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo said Thursday that there is no room for unauthorized budget insertions in the city’s budget. In a media interview following the ceremonial turnover of Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Assistance Program (DRRAP) funds to local government units (LGUs) at Malacañan Palace, Robredo discussed Naga City’s budget preparation process. READ:

Bacoor City eyeing city-owned pet crematorium

Nov 5, 2026

Bacoor City eyeing city-owned pet crematorium

LUCENA CITY — Bacoor City in Cavite is planning to put up a city-owned pet crematorium amid the controversy over a private facility that has been accused of mishandling the remains of animals entrusted to it. “Our goal is also to establish a city-owned pet crematorium to provide proper, reliable and affordable services for our

3 arrested for transporting fish allegedly caught via explosives

Nov 5, 2026

3 arrested for transporting fish allegedly caught via explosives

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Three individuals were arrested for transporting fish allegedly caught using explosives after authorities intercepted a vehicle carrying 47 boxes of assorted fish at a checkpoint in Brooke’s Point, Palawan, on Wednesday. The suspects were apprehended along the National Highway in Barangay Maasin by the Philippine National Police Maritime Group’s 2nd

NBI prepares 6 complaints against people behind dumping of pet remains

Nov 5, 2026

NBI prepares 6 complaints against people behind dumping of pet remains

MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said Thursday it is preparing to file six complaints against individuals allegedly involved in dumping pet remains, which were supposedly intended for cremation, inside sacks and plastic bags at a vacant lot in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. NBI Director Melvin Matibag made the statement after

Pet crematorium issue exposes gaps in animal welfare laws – analyst

Nov 5, 2026

Pet crematorium issue exposes gaps in animal welfare laws – analyst

MANILA, Philippines — Cases of animal neglect that have recently drawn public attention — from the abandonment of pet remains entrusted to crematoriums to recurring incidents of animal abuse — underscore the need to strengthen the country’s animal welfare mechanisms. This was the assessment of Dr. Alicor Panao, an Inquirer data scientist and associate professor

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