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The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warns the public regarding several areas in the country that may potentially experience ‘danger level’ heat index. The high temperature came from the Easterlies or the warm winds blowing from the Pacific Ocean.
Temperatures under the danger level heat index range from 42 to 51° C.
Starting May 1, temperatures will reach 43°C in the following areas:
While the 42°C will be felt in:
According to PAGASA, under a ‘danger level’ heat index, prolonged exposure to heat may lead to heat cramps or heat exhaustion. If not addressed immediately, it may result in heat stroke.
Additionally, the agency advises limiting outdoor activities to prevent heat-related illness.
With reports from Marje Pelayo
Around 20,000 workers are set to participate in a protest on May 1, 2026, or Labor Day.
According to Kamanggagawa Party-list Representative Eli San Fernando, the group will gather at 6:00 AM in Welcome Rotonda, Quezon City.
“Inaaasahan na sa ilalim ng banderang Laban Manggagawa, meron 20,000 na mga manggagawa at ordinaryong Pilipino ang magga-gather sa Welcome Rotonda, magmamartsa pa-España tungo sa Mendiola,” he said
[“Under the banner of Laban Manggagawa, there are 20,000 workers and ordinary Filipinos to gather in Welcome Rotonda and march through España, going to Mendiola.”]
The group will start to march along España at 7:00 AM. Upon reaching the area, they will join forces with the National Wage Coalition and will go together to Mendiola.
Rep. San Fernando believes that regardless of political beliefs and colors, all workers experience the same struggles.
“Kesyo kayo ay maka-Duterte, maka-BBM, pinklawan, o dilawan, lahat tayo ay mga manggagawa na pare-parehas ang hirap na dinaranas,” he said
[“Whether you are pro-Duterte, pro-BBM, pinklawan, or dilawan, we are all workers experiencing the same struggles.”]
He added that all workers are affected by the rising costs of bills, goods, and services.
“Pag tumama yung taas presyo doon sa bill natin sa kuryente, tsaka sa presyo ng produktong petrolyo, tsaka sa bilihin at mga serbisyo, hindi naman nagtatanong yan eh kung sinong binoto mong Presidente o sinong manok mo sa 2028. Lahat tayo apektado.” he said
[“When the price hikes hit our electricity bills, petroleum products, goods, and services, they don’t ask for the President you voted for or who will be your candidate in 2028. We are all affected.”]
With reports from Asher Cadapan Jr.
Over 100,000 police officers and force multipliers will be deployed on May 1, 2026, or Labor Day.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has been placed on heightened alert to ensure security during the holiday. A status will remain effective until May 2, 2026. Under heightened alert status, the PNP has suspended all leave applications to ensure a sufficient force for monitoring.
According to PNP PIO Chief PBGen. Randulf Tuaño, three groups may potentially hold rallies on that day.
Potential protest sites include the US Embassy, University of the Philippines - Diliman, Welcome Rotonda, and the Department of Social Welfare and Development office.
With reports from Lea Ylagan
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) calls on private colleges and universities to defer their plan to increase the tuition fee.
According to CHED Chairperson Dr. Shirley Agrupis, “this is not the right time to increase tuition fee.”
This is the response of the commission to the requests from private schools to raise tuition fees for the upcoming school year.
While the CHED understands the operating expenses of the private educational institutions, the commission remains firm in its decision to postpone tuition hikes amidst the current crisis.
Additionally, the budget for state universities and colleges for the academic year 2026 to 2027 has already been concluded.
“We have already presented to DBM, but that is only for government-funded,” Dr. Agrupis said
With reports from Mia Alonzo
The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) will soon publish the new administrative order on the issuance of Persons with Disability (PWD) ID, according to NCDA Executive Director Glenda Relova.
“So in the coming days po, ilalathala na din po ng NCDA yung ating bagong administrative order,” she said in an interview on PTV
Relova mentioned that in a new administrative order, individuals with apparent disabilities are no longer required to submit another medical certificate upon registration.
“Pag apparent ka, hindi mo na kinakailangang magbigay pa ng panibagong medical certificate kasi kita naman po yung disability,” she said
The initiative aims to make the process more accessible and convenient for the PWD.
Relova also noted that the NCDA is coordinating with the local government units in making the registration processes more disability-friendly.
With reports from Joan Nano
