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Kalinga breaks world records for largest gong ensemble, ‘banga’ dance

The government of Kalinga shared on Wednesday evening, Feb. 15, a historic feat for the province for its largest gong ensemble and banga (pot) dance that both made it to the Guinness World Records.

Comelec condemns killing of election officer in Sultan Kudarat

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) condemned on Tuesday, Feb. 14, the killing of an election officer in Limbayong, Sultan Kudarat. Haviv Maindan, 55, was shot Monday afternoon along National Highway, Purok Libas...

1.5-K roses given to NCR commuters on Valentine’s Day

A total of 1,500 roses were distributed to commuters in the National Capital Region (NCR) on Tuesday, Feb. 14, as part of the celebration of Valentine’s Day. 

Bird flu confirmed in Bulacan town

The Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) has confirmed an outbreak of avian influenza H5N1 or bird flu in a layer farm in Santa Maria, Bulacan. A total of six outbreaks of bird...

LRT-1 unveils Valentine’s Day art, surprises

The Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) unveiled on Monday, Feb. 13, its week-long activities at the LRT-1 Central Station in Manila in celebration of Valentine’s Day.

Bike lanes in Ayala, Makati to become shared lanes

Bike lanes along Ayala Avenue in Makati will become shared lanes starting Wednesday, Feb. 15.

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