Day: April 19, 2026
PH pushes for scaled-up financing, global support at G-24 meet
Department of Finance (DOF) Secretary Frederick Go called on the international community to provide more flexible financing and job support for developing nations during the Intergovernmental Group of 24(G-24) Ministers” and Governors” meeting last April 14.
What does each power alert level mean?
A total of 35 power plants went on forced outage, or stopped operating, in the Luzon power grid on April 16. Meanwhile, 14 other power plants were reported to be running at reduced capacity. Because of this, a Yellow Alert was raised in the Luzon and Visayas grids. What do these power alert levels mean?
On Bimby’s birthday, Kris Aquino reveals he has a ‘special girl’
Kris Aquino revealed that her son Bimby has a special girl as he marked his 19th birthday.
SB19 goes bigger, bolder at ‘Wakas at Simula: The Trilogy Finale’ concert
SB19 pulled all the stops to deliver a show that surpassed their historic Simula at Wakas concert in Philippine Arena last year.
‘Very unhealthy” air quality recorded in parts of Metro Manila
Residents in parts of Metro Manila were advised to wear face masks after “very unhealthy” levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) were recorded on Sunday, April 19.
PNP probes cop instructor in alleged Baguio rape case
The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Sunday said it is investigating a police training instructor assigned to the Cordillera Administrative Region over the alleged rape of a female trainee.
Minor Strombolian activity observed anew at Mayon Volcano – PHIVOLCS
Another minor Strombolian activity was observed anew at the summit crater of Mayon Volcano on Sunday morning, April 19, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) said.
Iran says final deal still far off as Hormuz Strait shuttered
The strategic Strait of Hormuz was again closed on Sunday in the stand-off between Iran and the United States, with Iran’s powerful parliament speaker signaling a final peace deal remained “far” off despite some movement in negotiations.
FBI offers $25,000 reward for info on Filipino linked to online group targeting minors
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is offering a reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of a Filipino national allegedly involved in an online child exploitation ring targeting minors through gaming and social media platforms.
Titanic survivor’s life jacket sells for over $900K at auction, far exceeding price expectations
A life jacket worn by Titanic survivor Laura Mabel Francatelli sold for roughly $906,000 at auction, far exceeding its pre-sale estimate of $475,000.
