31 m. ago Anthony Taberna’s past endorsement of insurance firm allegedly linked to Discayas resurfaces

An old post by broadcast journalist Anthony Taberna endorsing an insurance company allegedly linked to the Discayas has resurfaced. Some Filipinos flooded the comments section of a Sept. 20, 2022 Facebook post by Stronghold Insurance Company, which had welcomed radio commentator Taberna as its “first endorser.” “Contract Signing for the First Endorser of Stronghold Insurance […] The post Anthony Taberna’s past endorsement of insurance firm allegedly linked to Discayas resurfaces appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 h. ago Health experts advocate expanding meningitis vaccinations to prevent other strains

Health experts are pushing to expand vaccination coverage against meningitis to prevent individuals from acquiring various strains of the disease. Pediatric neurologist Jo Janette de la Calzada said that individuals, especially children, could still be affected by other strains of the virus despite being vaccinated for a specific type of meningitis. “Kaya importante ‘yung vaccine […] The post Health experts advocate expanding meningitis vaccinations to prevent other strains appeared first on Interaksyon.

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5 h. ago Pink pedestrian crossing in Marilao updated after safety concerns from Filipinos

A pink pedestrian crossing in Marilao, Bulacan, has been updated following safety concerns raised by Filipinos regarding its visibility on the road. Facebook pages like VISOR and FTTM, or “Follow The Trend Movement,” shared reader-submitted photos of the pedestrian crossing in the area, which was painted color of pink instead of the standard white markings […] The post Pink pedestrian crossing in Marilao updated after safety concerns from Filipinos appeared first on Interaksyon.

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58 h. ago UPDATE: Free Spay & Neuter Clinics Snip Off the Dog Meat Supply in Siargao, Philippines

UPDATE: Free Spay & Neuter Clinics Snip Off the Dog Meat Supply in Siargao, Philippines  IDA - In Defense of Animals

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66 h. ago Death care company praised for offering free services to Cebuanos after earthquake

A death care company has been lauded for offering free funeral services to those who lost their lives in the deadly magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Cebu on September 30. Reddit users on Thursday, October 2, praised St. Peter Life Plans and Chapels for extending free services to the victims of the tremor, which claimed […] The post Death care company praised for offering free services to Cebuanos after earthquake appeared first on Interaksyon.

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66 h. ago ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ returns for a limited 3D cinema re

Be part of the adventures of the Sully family with a level-up experience in cinemas. The Oscar-winning film “Avatar: The Way of Water” is now showing in 3D across cinemas nationwide. With 3D glasses on, fans can dive deeper into the breathtaking visuals and feel every awe-inspiring moment as the story unfolds. After the sky […] The post ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ returns for a limited 3D cinema re-run appeared first on Interaksyon.

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68 h. ago Free psychosocial support offered to those affected by deadly Cebu earthquake

Cebuanos affected by the deadly magnitude 6.9 earthquake are invited to participate in a free online post-calamity psychosocial session to help them process their emotions and experiences. The Philippine Mental Health Association (PMHA) Cebu Chapter is facilitating the psychosocial sessions throughout October for those impacted by the powerful tremor on September 30, which claimed at […] The post Free psychosocial support offered to those affected by deadly Cebu earthquake appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

2 d. ago Photos of temporary sleeping quarters in NAIA go viral for resembling hospital ward

“Kulang na lang dextrose.” Photos of the temporary sleeping quarters at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 have garnered mixed reactions online due to their ward-like appearance. The sleeping areas were set up to accommodate passengers who might be stranded at the airport due to Severe Tropical Storm Opong (International name: Bualoi). Over […] The post Photos of temporary sleeping quarters in NAIA go viral for resembling hospital ward appeared first on Interaksyon.

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2 d. ago Video: Contestants run in panic on stage as Philippines quake rattles beauty pageant

Video: Contestants run in panic on stage as Philippines quake rattles beauty pageant  India Today

Culture

3 d. ago ‘Nawala lahat’: Wedding photographer raises awareness after luggage theft in Italy

Wedding photographer Oly Ruiz raised awareness about a robbery he and his team experienced in Italy the night before they had a photoshoot in the European country. On Wednesday, October 1, the Metrophoto founder shared that he and his team lost their luggage and equipment, which had been left inside the car they were using […] The post ‘Nawala lahat’: Wedding photographer raises awareness after luggage theft in Italy appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago Students make human chain to help with earthquake relief operations in Cebu

Students from different schools formed a human chain to assist earthquake relief efforts in Cebu. Footage shows young volunteers repacking supplies at Capitol Heritage Park, Cebu City, preparing them for distribution to families affected by the disaster. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the earthquake struck at 9:59 pm local time on Tuesday […] The post Students make human chain to help with earthquake relief operations in Cebu appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago Children hide under desks as earthquake shakes computer shop in Cebu

Children hid under desks as a deadly earthquake struck a gaming cafe in the Philippines. CCTV footage shows the youngsters playing computer games when the tremors struck Cebu City, prompting them – along with a neighbor who had just entered the shop – to duck beneath the tables for safety. The panicked group was seen covering […] The post Children hide under desks as earthquake shakes computer shop in Cebu appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago Spotted: Cyclist knocked over by taxi passenger opening door

A cyclist was knocked over by a taxi passenger opening a door. Jayson Batula was riding along the designated bike lane on a highway in Manila, when a white taxi suddenly stopped in a no loading and unloading zone to drop off the commuter. Helmet-mounted camera footage shows Jayson shouting in shock as he loses […] The post Spotted: Cyclist knocked over by taxi passenger opening door appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago ‘It was love’: Family mourns daughter who died saving kin in Cebu quake

BOGO, Philippines — In front of Juvy Ytang lay 11 caskets— all victims of a landslide triggered by a powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake on Tuesday in the central Philippines. Among them was her 17-year-old daughter, Lady Jane, who died saving her family, one of at least 72 people killed in the quake that struck off the island of Cebu. READ: Death […] The post ‘It was love’: Family mourns daughter who died saving kin in Cebu quake appeared first on Interaksyon.

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4 d. ago Cardinal Tagle calls on Cebu faithful to see Christ in others

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle on Tuesday called on Cebu’s new archbishop and the faithful to “look for Jesus” in the faces of others and in the realities of daily life. Speaking at the installation Mass of Archbishop Alberto Uy at the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, Tagle said Christ is present even in brokenness and despair. “Look […] The post Cardinal Tagle calls on Cebu faithful to see Christ in others appeared first on Interaksyon.

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4 d. ago Wildlife advocate and primate expert Jane Goodall dies at 91

Pioneered close study of chimpanzees in the wild Trailblazing scientist’s work featured in National Geographic Established institute for global environmental study Fulfilled childhood dream of living in Africa Scientist and global activist Jane Goodall, who turned her childhood love of primates into a lifelong quest for protecting the environment, has died at the age of 91, the […] The post Wildlife advocate and primate expert Jane Goodall dies at 91 appeared first on Interaksyon.

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4 d. ago Pregnant woman gives birth on Cebu City sidewalk amid earthquake evacuation

Amid heavy rain and the chaos caused by the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Cebu City on Tuesday night, September 30, a pregnant woman went into labor while evacuated to the Cebu City Fire Station—and successfully gave birth on the sidewalk. Patients and medical staff from Cebu City Medical Center had been temporarily relocated to […] The post Pregnant woman gives birth on Cebu City sidewalk amid earthquake evacuation appeared first on Interaksyon.

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4 d. ago Watch: Chilling videos of Philippines earthquake show bridge swaying, roofs falling, beauty pageants runn

Watch: Chilling videos of Philippines earthquake show bridge swaying, roofs falling, beauty pageants runn  The Economic Times

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4 d. ago Cebu archbishop offers prayers, urges solidarity after deadly 6.9 quake

Newly installed Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy extended his condolences to families who lost loved ones in the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck northern Cebu late Tuesday. READ: Cebu quake death toll rises to 69 , official says “My condolences to all who lost their loved ones because of the earthquake. May the Lord grant you strength […] The post Cebu archbishop offers prayers, urges solidarity after deadly 6.9 quake appeared first on Interaksyon.

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5 d. ago Viral: Man discovers live cricket crawling behind wallpaper in Manila room

A TikTok user shared a video of a surprising encounter in his room in Manila. In the now-viral clip uploaded by TikTok user @shinjibatulan on July 29, he noticed something moving behind his room wallpaper and starts poking a hole, thinking something was trapped. After tearing the wallpaper further, a cricket is revealed crawling inside before it falls […] The post Viral: Man discovers live cricket crawling behind wallpaper in Manila room appeared first on Interaksyon.

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