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AdZU shooter used PWD ramp to bypass security

AdZU shooter used PWD ramp to bypass security

Video: Watch video on YouTube MANILA, Philippines — The student behind the August 18 shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University allegedly used a ramp for persons with disabilities to bypass the school’s regular security checkpoint, a Senate inquiry found. Ateneo de Zamboanga University said the ramp is normally closed and is only opened for students with disabilities or those carrying heavy items. At the time of the incident, the ramp had been opened for a student, allowing the shooter to use it as an entry point without passing through the usual security screening. The university said it has 25 security guards assigned across the campus, including at school gates, building floors and surrounding areas. However, no guard was stationed...
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Bataan, Bulacan, Pampanga, Cavite among areas under state of calamity

Bataan, Bulacan, Pampanga, Cavite among areas under state of calamity

Video: Watch video on YouTube MANILA, Philippines — Several provinces and local governments have declared a state of calamity following widespread flooding and damage caused by more than two weeks of heavy rains. Among the areas under a state of calamity are Bataan, Bulacan, Pampanga and Cavite. Bulacan placed the entire province under a state of calamity after floods damaged homes, farms, businesses and infrastructure. Pampanga made a similar declaration after hundreds of barangays were affected by flooding. Other municipalities and cities in Pangasinan, Zambales, Rizal and Batangas have also been affected by severe weather conditions. A state of calamity allows local governments to quickly use emergency funds for rescue, relief and...
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13 pumping stations to be built or upgraded in Metro Manila - PBBM

13 pumping stations to be built or upgraded in Metro Manila - PBBM

Video: Watch video on YouTube MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said 13 pumping stations will be built or upgraded across Metro Manila to help reduce flooding in the capital region. Marcos announced the plan during an inspection of the Tripa de Gallina Pumping Station in Pasay City. He said the government aims to complete the projects by the end of 2026 or in early 2027. The President said additional pumping stations are needed as Metro Manila continues to experience heavy rains and frequent flooding. Marcos also said the government is looking for ways to address improper waste disposal, which can clog waterways and disrupt pumping station operations. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 21, 2026 5:16 PM
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Mastermind na nasa likod ng false witnesses sa flood control scam, dapat kasuhan Palace

Mastermind na nasa likod ng false witnesses sa flood control scam, dapat kasuhan Palace

Video: Watch video on YouTube Naniniwala ang Malacañang na dapat sampahan ng kaso ang umano'y mastermind na nasa likod ng mga testigong may kaugnayan sa flood control ******* na nagbago-bago ng kanilang testimonya. Ayon sa Palasyo, dapat maimbestigahan at ma-verify ang mga pahayag ni Orly Guteza, ngayong binawi na niya ang kanyang mga naunang salaysay hinggil sa umano'y pagde-deliver ng mga maletang naglalaman ng pera kay dating House Speaker Martin Romualdez. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 21, 2026 5:06 PM
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Chinese Embassy, tila nagiging PR ni Tony Yang DND

Chinese Embassy, tila nagiging PR ni Tony Yang DND

Video: Watch video on YouTube Tila nagiging public relations firm umano ng kontrobersyal na negosyanteng si Tony Yang ang Chinese Embassy, ayon sa Department of National Defense. Kinuwestiyon ng DND ang sunod-sunod na pahayag ng embahada na tila pagtatanggol kay Yang at sa iba pang indibidwal na nasasangkot sa mga kontrobersiya sa bansa. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 21, 2026 5:07 PM
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DPWH plans to build detention basin in QC to control flooding

DPWH plans to build detention basin in QC to control flooding

Video: Watch video on YouTube The San Juan River overflowed on August 17, 2026, following the persistent rainfall across Metro Manila, leaving parts of G. Araneta Avenue impassable to motorists for several hours due to floodwaters. Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon stated that despite recent dredging operations along the San Juan River and drainage expansion efforts on G. Araneta Avenue in Quezon City, these remain insufficient to handle extreme rainfall volumes. Hence, the agency plans to construct a detention basin in the city to minimize flooding. “Nakikipag-coordinate lang kami sa LGU, sa QC. Kung pag na-identify na natin kung gaano kalaki 'yung lupa then madi-design na natin nang maayos,” Dizon...
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DMW rescues 68 applicants from unsafe and inhumane facility in Paranaque

DMW rescues 68 applicants from unsafe and inhumane facility in Paranaque

Video: Watch video on YouTube The Department of Migrant Workers National Capital Region (DMW-NCR) successfully rescued 68 overseas workers applicants from an unsafe and inhumane accommodation facility in Parañaque City. Authorities ordered the closure of the facility. According to the DMW, the operation was made through the joint efforts of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) and the OFW Hospital. The facility was reportedly operated by ATC Human Resource Inc. at Rock Solid Manpower and Consultancy Inc. “... Unregistered accommodation facility in Barangay San Antonio, Parañaque City, reportedly maintained and shared by two licensed recruitment agencies, ATC Human Resources, Inc. and Rock Solid Manpower & Consultancy...
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DPWH to expand drainage inlets in Metro Manila

DPWH to expand drainage inlets in Metro Manila

Video: Watch video on YouTube Department of Public Works and Highways Secretary Vince Dizon stated to expand the existing drainage inlets near major thoroughfares in Metro Manila. In an interview earlier, the Secretary mentioned that EDSA, Commonwealth Avenue, Roxas Boulevard, España Boulevard, Taft Avenue, and C5 Road will be included in the targets. The construction to expand drainage inlets could possibly begin before the end of the year. According to Dizon, the agency will utilize the maintenance funds for the expansion project. “Kahit na walang flood control funds for 2026, meron naman tayong mga maintenance funds na pwedeng paggamitan non, so gagamitin na natin yung maintenance funds natin to lengthen and make the inlets bigger,”...
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DILG assures to hold the proven negligent personnel accountable over 911 call

DILG assures to hold the proven negligent personnel accountable over 911 call

Video: Watch video on YouTube Although the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has taken responsibility for the delayed response of the 911 hotline, they are now investigating who was negligent in the issue related to Basty Askri’s concern. “DILG takes full responsibility for every gap we find, and we will find them,” according to DILG Public Affairs and Communications Usec. Rolando Puno Around 33 operators are being looked into for possible involvement in the incident. The DILG stated that the call was immediately transferred to the local government; however, responders allegedly struggled to determine the exact address. Authorities also stated that their headsets have a voice-cancelling feature, and the allegation...
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Online impeachment trial is not included in the rules, says Atty. Tongol

Online impeachment trial is not included in the rules, says Atty. Tongol

Video: Watch video on YouTube Heavy rains and flooding have been experienced across Metro Manila for several days, caused by the Southwest Monsoon. In line with this, work in government offices has been affected, which is why the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte has also been suspended. In total, the trial has been cancelled for three days — two days this week, and one day last week. However, Senate Impeachment Court Spokesperson Atty. Regie Tongol explained that as of now, they do not yet see the trial as being delayed or disrupted due to bad weather. Atty. Tongol was asked if it is possible to hold the proceedings virtually if the weather doesn’t improve in the coming days. In response, he explained that it would still...
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Derek Ramsay, supercar driver respond to LTO show-cause order

Derek Ramsay, supercar driver respond to LTO show-cause order

Video: Watch video on YouTube Actor Derek Ramsay and the driver of a Porsche 918 supercar have responded to a show-cause order issued by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) after the vehicle was caught using a fake plate along EDSA. LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Marcus Lacanilao confirmed that they voluntarily surrendered the vehicle, registered under the actor’s name. “Tumugon sila dun sa show-cause order. Sinurrender yung supercar at yung driver's license nung negosyante, Mr. Violago, na nagda-drive nung sasakyan,” he said [“They responded to the show-cause order. They surrendered the supercar along with the driver’s license of the businessman, Mr. Violago, who was driving the vehicle.”] The supercar is now impounded at the LTO...
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No funds allocated for Pax Silica in proposed 2027 nat l budget, says DBM, DOF

No funds allocated for Pax Silica in proposed 2027 nat l budget, says DBM, DOF

Video: Watch video on YouTube There is no allocation for the Pax Silica project under the proposed 2027 national budget. DBM Acting Secretary Kim Robert De Leon and DOF Secretary Frederick Go confirmed this during the congressional meeting on August 17, 2026. According to Go, the Pax Silica project is still a proposal. “This industrial hub is a proposed industrial hub. So one thing is for sure: there’s nothing in the budget that will spend for this ‘proposed industrial hub’ because nothing has been signed,” he said He also E×ρréššed confidence that the DBM won’t make an expense-line item for the project because that is still under preliminary discussion. “It’s still a discussion, so I’m pretty sure that DBM will not put any budget-line...
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9 trucks of waste cleared from San Juan River

9 trucks of waste cleared from San Juan River

Video: Watch video on YouTube Flooding along parts of G. Araneta Avenue lasted an estimated six hours after the San Juan River overflowed following heavy rains. Cleanup operations were immediately conducted along G. Araneta Avenue and San Juan River; authorities cleared nine trucks of garbage. According to Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon, the agency plans to construct detention basins as a solution to this matter. Sec. Dizon also inspected Navotas City Dike, where a pumping machine at the Barangay Daanghari pumping station was damaged. The trapped garbage damaged the machine, and they aim to repair it as soon as possible. “Ang diperensya kasi non is pareho nung mga nangyari sa mga ibang station, pag...
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Pag-live stream ng mga kritikal na binabahang lugar, pag-aaralan ng MMDA

Pag-live stream ng mga kritikal na binabahang lugar, pag-aaralan ng MMDA

Video: Watch video on YouTube Pag-aaralan ng Metropolitan Manila Development Authority o MMDA ang pagla-live stream sa mga lugar na madalas bahain sa Metro Manila upang makatulong sa mga motorista na makaiwas sa baha at hindi ma-stranded. Samantala, sinagot naman ng Malacañang ang mga batikos kaugnay ng umano’y mabagal o late na anunsyo sa suspensyon ng klase at trabaho. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 18, 2026 7:59 PM
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The King of Romance returns: Engelbert Humperdinck drops new album and sets world tour

The King of Romance returns: Engelbert Humperdinck drops new album and sets world tour

Video: Watch video on YouTube The "King of Romance" is showing no signs of slowing down. Music icon Engelbert Humperdinck is launching a major new chapter in his legendary six-decade career with the release of his latest studio album, Faithfully, dropping globally on August 28, 2026, through Cleopatra Records. Fresh off a lightning-fast tour of Australia and New Zealand, the international star is charging straight into an ambitious worldwide schedule filled with new tracks, television appearances, and big-stage performances. The 15-track album blends classic sophistication with modern rock energy, reimagining famous pop and rock hits alongside a fresh original track titled "Always My Love". Led by the single "Drive," the project...
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Metro Manila rainfall dumped 201.7 mm, agencies report

Metro Manila rainfall dumped 201.7 mm, agencies report

Video: Watch video on YouTube Heavy rains in Metro Manila have dumped 201.7 mm of rain in just five hours, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, according to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA). The MMDA released the data, citing reports from the DOST PAGASA’s Science Garden in Quezon City. This occurrence pushes floodwaters to rise quickly across Metro Manila. The MMDA also noted that on September 26, 2009, Tropical Storm Ondoy dumped 455 mm of rainfall in 24 hours, causing widespread flooding across Metro Manila and nearby provinces. RELATED VIDEO: Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 18, 2026 3:57 PM
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Alliance of Concerned Teachers urges govt to separate facilities for evacuation centers

Alliance of Concerned Teachers urges govt to separate facilities for evacuation centers

Video: Watch video on YouTube Amid continuous rainfall brought by recent typhoons and prevailing southwest monsoon, public schools are also affected. According to the Department of Education (DepEd), as of August 16, 2026, a total of 4,890 classrooms have been damaged —1,730 were recorded as majorly damaged, while 1,655 were listed as totally damaged. The Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) E×ρréššed concern over this situation as students' learning suffers the most during these situations, particularly in areas enduring relentless rains and class suspensions. Aside from that, ACT Chairperson Ruby Bernardo calls on the government to build separate facilities for evacuation centers. “Kaya matagal na nating call talaga na hindi na gawin...
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