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Korean Air Bans Roosters on U.S. Flights to the Philippines

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The airline was used by chicken breeders in Texas to illegally transport roosters for cockfights, an animal welfare group said.

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Trending In Disasters & Emergency Response

Mayon Volcano’s eruption leaves over 5,000 persons in evacuation centers

Evacuation centers sheltered thousands of residents as Mayon Volcano recorded renewed eruptive activity on Saturday, May2. — May 3, 2026

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More on Mayon Volcano Eruption
  • 52 barangays affected by Mayon ashfall so far — OCD A total of 52 barangays have been affected by ashfall due to increased volcanic activity at Mayon Volcano, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said on Saturday. — May 2, 2026

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  • PNP steps up disaster response as Mayon ashfall forces evacuations in Albay The Philippine National Police (PNP) has intensified its disaster response and security operations in Albay following an ashfall from Mayon Volcano that triggered evacuations and raised public safety concerns. — May 3, 2026

    sunstar.com.ph
  • Government mobilizes for Mayon President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Sunday ordered full mobilization of government agencies to respond to ashfall from Mayon Volcano, with clearing operations, medical aid, and evacuations underway in affected areas of Albay. — May 3, 2026

    manilastandard.net
In Corruption

Zaldy on the run again, seeks asylum in France

The excitement turned out to be short-lived. Nearly two weeks after President Marcos’ announcement of Zaldy Co’s supposed detention in Prague, the fugitive former lawmaker, who is at the center of the flood control scam, is again on the run. — April 28, 2026

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In Business

Leyte properties linked to Martin Romualdez: The Tropics Hotel

Rappler’s investigation reveals that Tropics Hotel is owned by a company whose shareholders are businessmen and lawyers connected to Leyte 1st District Representative Martin Romualdez — May 2, 2026

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In Energy Supply

Explainer: What’s driving the latest spike in electricity prices

Across the Philippines, especially in Metro Manila, electric bills have been spiking at a pace that is hard to ignore. — April 29, 2026

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In Food

Purple ube’s viral rise is turning a Filipino staple into a global trend — but supplies are tightening

Ube, a naturally sweet, starchy vegetable grown in the Philippines, has transcended Filipino culture and become a social media sensation. — April 26, 2026

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