Power and water around Mayon ordered cut Farmers and those who insist on staying in the danger zones of Mayon Volcano will have to welcome the New Year in the dark after the Provincial Disaster Coordinating Council (PDCC) ordered to cut power supply in those areas.
Ship runs aground off Marinduque port A roll-on-roll-off vessel (ro-ro) with about 150 passengers aboard ran aground minutes before it was to have reached the Buyabod port here early Thursday, the Philippine Coast Guard said. No injuries were reported.
4 dead in Tarlac smashup on New Year's Eve Four people were killed and six others hurt when a bus driver fell asleep at the wheel, causing his vehicle to swerve and slam into a van on the opposite lane of the national highway in Gerona, Tarlac, on Thursday, police said.
"Lord of the Rings' director Peter Jackson knighted Oscar-winning movie director and king of Middle Earth, Peter Jackson has been made a knight in the first New Zealand honors list since the country reinstated the title.
DoH renews call vs firecrackers to welcome New Year The Department of Health (DoH) urged the public to refrain from using firecrackers, especially illegal ones, in welcoming the New Year to prevent injuries and death.
3 quakes rock Mindanao A cluster of three mild earthquakes occurring within minutes shook the southeast corner of Mindanao Wednesday evening, according to the US Geological Survey.
CIA workers killed in US base attack in Afghanistan―report Most of the eight Americans killed in a suicide attack at a US military base in Afghanistan on Wednesday probably worked for the CIA, which was using the facility, the Washington Post reported.
Grandson of Walt Disney facing gun charges A 42-year-old grandson of Walt Disney was formally charged with illegal possession of guns and drugs on Wednesday following his arrest in California earlier this month, authorities said.
AT&T wants out of landline business US telecom giant AT&T has asked US regulatory authorities to waive a requirement that it and other carriers maintain costly landline networks.
5 Canadians killed in Afghan bomb attack (UPDATE) Five Canadians -four soldiers and a journalist - were killed Tuesday in Afghanistan by a bomb that exploded as their armored vehicle passed by, a Canadian general announced Wednesday.
Dollar firms on rebound in Chicago manufacturing The dollar firmed Wednesday against the euro and the yen, lifted by fresh optimism about a US economic recovery after an unexpected surge in manufacturing activity in the key Chicago region.
Washington Times dropping sports section The financially troubled Washington Times axed its sports section Wednesday, just days after announcing it will no longer publish a Sunday edition.
US stocks bounce back on economic optimism Wall Street stocks edged higher Wednesday after a better than expected report on manufacturing activity, indicating that a recovery from recession was on track.
Police intensifies operations vs. illegal fireworks Philippine National Police Director General Jesus Verzosa on Thursday ordered a more intensified campaign against illegal firecrackers as many Filipinos are expected to celebrate the New Year with festivities and fireworks.
Apple wins iPod hearing loss lawsuit A US appeals court on Wednesday upheld the dismissal of a class action lawsuit filed against Apple Inc. which claimed the iPod was defective and could cause hearing loss.
2009 among deadliest years for media -watchdog 2009 was one of the worst for the targeted killing of media workers, with 113 lives lost, a leading watchdog said Thursday and called on governments to do more to protect reporters.
Mayon stays calm but lava continues to flow-Phivolcs No ash explosion was observed in Mayon Volcano on Wednesday but lava continued to flow out of the summit, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said Thursday morning.
Honduras declares state of emergency amid drought Honduras declared a state of emergency in the capital Tegucigalpa Wednesday, as the government reported a severe water shortage because of the "El Nino" climate phenomenon.
Pacquiao sues Mayweather for defamation Manny Pacquiao is fighting mad, and taking on Floyd Mayweather Jr. in court even as a potential blockbuster bout between the two is on the ropes.
19,000 children fed in Alaminos City program The government of Alaminos City vowed to continue its feeding program that Mayor Hernani Braganza said has nourished at least 19,000 pupils from public elementary schools and day-care centers in the city.
A doggone campaign vs rabies in Negros Authorities admitted falling short of their target in the antirabies campaign in Negros Oriental after a bid to vaccinate at least 80 percent of an estimated 97,000 dogs in the province resulted in the vaccination of only 49 percent of that figure.
Ecija cops recruit 6,000 "multipliers' The Nueva Ecija police recruited at least 6,000 volunteers to service as so-called multipliers in the campaign to keep peace and order in the province.
Singaporeans show love for Charice MANILA, Philippines-There were a lot screaming fans, some of them crying unabashedly. Others gave the performer a jumping-not standing-ovation.
Muntinlupa probes donation racket using mayor's name The city government of Muntinlupa is investigating a scam perpetrated by a syndicate using the mayor's name that has conned a number of companies into making cash donations ostensibly for impoverished patients in hospitals.
2 dead in Indonesian chopper crash - report Two people were killed when a helicopter crashed in Indonesia's West Kalimantan province on Thursday, a news report said, quoting local police.
3M families benefited from gov't relief in 2009-DSWD The government has shelled out over P1.4 billion in assistance to more than three million families who went through various kinds of calamities in 2009, including typhoons, landslides, armed conflicts, and even a plane crash, the Department of Social Welfare and Development said.
Oil prices mixed in Asian trade SINGAPORE - Crude prices were mixed in Asian trade Wednesday but remained within striking distance of $79, with analysts saying gains were being muted by a stronger US currency.
Britain's no-nonsense, whisky-loving Thatcher exposed LONDON - High standards, a short temper and a taste for whisky - Margaret Thatcher's personality is laid bare in secret files released in Britain Wednesday which cover the first few months of her premiership.
Rockets seek to trade McGrady HOUSTON - The Houston Rockets confirmed Tuesday they are seeking to trade Tracy McGrady, after a request for a move from the two-time NBA scoring champion's representatives.
Australia's 'Best Job' winner stung by deadly jellyfish SYDNEY - The winner of Australia's "Best Job in the World" contest has survived a sting from a potentially deadly jellyfish just days before the end of his dream stint on the Great Barrier Reef.
Gibson film plan provokes protest outside Mexico prison XALAPA - Hundreds of relatives of prisoners in a Mexican jail have protested the expected transfer of inmates to make way for a film shoot with US-Australian actor and director Mel Gibson next year.
Philippines financial markets closed Philippine financial markets are closed from Wednesday to Friday for public holidays. Trading resumes on Monday.
Up to 20 homes lost in Australian wildfires SYDNEY - As many as 20 homes have been lost and three firefighters injured in a raging wildfire in Western Australia, officials said Wednesday as search and rescue teams entered the fire zone to assess damage.
Dollar firms on US recovery signs NEW YORK - The dollar strengthened against the euro Tuesday, lifted by US data suggesting the world's biggest economy is slowly emerging from the worst recession in decades.
US alerts travelers to threats of attacks in India WASHINGTON - The United States published an alert Tuesday for Americans traveling to India, saying Washington continues receiving reports that militant groups may be plotting attacks in that country.
Obama: 'Systemic failure' in US anti-terror protection KANEOHE - US President Barack Obama said that the US intelligence network had suffered a "systemic failure" ahead of the thwarted Christmas Day airliner attack and vowed to quickly fix the problems.
Hacker pleads guilty in huge credit card theft case WASHINGTON - A 28-year-old Florida man pleaded guilty on Tuesday to hacking into corporate computer networks and carrying out what US officials have described as the largest credit card theft in US history.
LGUs told to set up "pyrotechnic zones' Local government units across the country were told to establish "fire and pyrotechnic zones" in their areas of jurisdiction in anticipation of the New Year's revelry in the coming days.
Happy New Year everyone ^_^
May your new year be prosperous and full of happiness.about 3 hours agofrom Ping.fm
Back at home... too tired.
brought our dog, Samantha to another house for a family reunion.
Samantha is so strong, my muscles hurts a bit...about 18 hours agofrom Ping.fm
I'm back, sorry for being away for so loooong coz of this holiday.3:18 AM Dec 29thfrom Ping.fm
Im back. Still sick and recovering but Im getting better. I now have some flu and cough. been sneezing and coughing for 3 days already :(7:10 PM Dec 9thfrom Ping.fm