Travel and Tourism

The four northbound lanes of the Marilao segment of North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) have been reopened after completion of repairs on the interchange bridge that was damaged by an oversized truck. Originally scheduled for completion within two weeks, the private operator expedited the repairs on bridge after swiftly delivering the fabricated steel needed for the infrastructure. On March 19, an …

The Supreme Court declared unconstitutional the requirement for land-based overseas Filipino workers (OFW) to make Social Security System (SSS) contributions before they can be granted Overseas Employment Certificates (OEC). The High Court en banc partly granted the petition filed by Migrante International and other groups, striking down Rule 14, Section 7(iii) of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the …

Siargao island often gets rains coming from winds and currents from the Pacific Ocean. While these waves and rain, intensified by the Mindanao current, give Siargao its serene and lush greenery and fuel its reputation as the country’s surfing capital, these might cause unfavorable weather conditions that may cause some turbulence that might delay or cancel a flight to Siargao.  …

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is fast-tracking construction of the Cavite segment of the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) to ensure its completion by third quarter of 2025. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan reported that the 8.64-kilometer Subsection 3, which includes the Governor’s Drive Interchange, is 44% complete, bringing the overall progress of the 44.58-kilometer expressway to 68%. Once completed, …

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) received resources to augment its assets in protecting the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and bolster its search and rescue missions during calamities. Joining First Lady and Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary (PCGA) Vice Admiral Liza Araneta Marcos was Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon who witnessed Philippine Red Cross Chairman Richard Gordon turn over the PRC M/V …

The Philippines slipped to 57th place out of 147 countries in the latest World Happiness Report (WHR), despite showing improvement in its overall happiness score. The country’s level of happiness rose to 6.107 out of 10 from 6.048 previously. The level of happiness is based on the self-assessed life evaluations averaged for the 2022-2024 period. Last year’s report showed the Philippines ranked 53rd out of 143 …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) said that it will meet with public transportation group Manibela following the latter’s announcement of a three-day transport strike.  Manibela is protesting the allegedly inaccurate numbers that the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has presented to the public and the president. LTFRB claimed that 86% of public utility vehicles (PUV) have been consolidated …

La Diyang Haven in Tuba, Benguet used to be a stand-alone eco-tourism destination that had been collaborating with nearby attractions for a holistic tourism experience.   But thanks to a search spearheaded by the Department of Tourism-Cordillera, more villages have become destinations, drawing visitors who want to experience tranquility from nature. “We offer loop tourism service so that there will be …

Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Vince Dizon has ordered the dismissal of Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) General Manager Oscar Bongon following a string of mishaps, which he said demands a swift response. Dizon confirmed the removal of Bongon, as he asserted that the agency now mandates immediate action from its employees. “Tingin ko lang po talaga ay kailangan …

A group of young developers has created a 3D video game that explores the impact of the government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) on jeepney drivers and their families. Developed by Iyanla Bagasan, Eriond De Jesus, Marcus Florentino, MJ Lenomta, and Charlotte Timbreza under the mentorship of thesis adviser Ian Christian Sevilla, the game titled Para Po! provides an …