Day: October 22, 2025
NASA Confirms Discovery of Earthโs Temporary โSecond Moonโโa Small Quasi-Satellite to Stay Until 2083
Earth has picked up a new cosmic companion, but scientists say itโs not a true second moon. NASA confirmed that astronomers have identified a small asteroid, designated 2025 PN7, that appears to share Earthโs orbit around the Sun. The space rock, estimated to be 18 to 36 meters (60 to 120 feet) across, is considered
Opinion: The Flood Control Scandal Should Spark Procurement Reform Across Government
The ongoing investigation into the alleged anomalies in the Department of Public Works and Highwaysโ (DPWH) flood control projects should not end with identifying who pocketed public funds or who signed off on questionable contracts. The scandal must serve as a wake-up call โ a moment to confront a deeper, more systemic rot that infects
Tungawan Steps Up Transparency and Efficiency: Mayor Aniรฑon Welcomes ARTA Visit
TUNGAWAN, Zamboanga Sibugay โ The local government of Tungawan has expressed full support for the national governmentโs drive to eliminate red tape and improve public service delivery, following a recent visit by the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA). Mayor Angelito Aniรฑon welcomed the ARTA teamโs visit, describing it as โa vital step toward making Tungawanโs local
La Niรฑa Returns, Poised to Shape Winter Weather Across U.S.
After a brief absence, the climate pattern known as La Niรฑa has returned โ and forecasters say it could play a major role in shaping this winterโs weather. La Niรฑa is part of the natural climate cycle called the El NiรฑoโSouthern Oscillation (ENSO), which alternates between warmer and cooler sea surface temperatures in the tropical
Mohammad Yacob elected new BARMM Parliament Speaker
COTABATO CITY, Philippines โ Senior Minister Mohammad Yacob has been elected as the new Speaker of the 80-member Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) Parliament, following a session held on Tuesday, October 21. Yacobโs election comes after the passing of Speaker Ali Pangalian Balindong, 85, who died on October 2 due to illness. Balindong, a respected elder
Weather Watch: Zamboanga Peninsula braces for thunderstorms, scattered showers this week
ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY, Philippines โ Residents across the Zamboanga Peninsula should brace for changing skies this week, with weather forecasters warning of scattered thunderstorms and passing showers through the weekend. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said the region will experience a mix of sun and rain as warm and humid air interacts
Discover Zamboanga Sibugay: Mindanaoโs Hidden Paradise Awaits
Tucked in the heart of the Zamboanga Peninsula, Zamboanga Sibugay is a province waiting to be discovered. Far from the crowds of mainstream destinations, it offers an authentic slice of Mindanaoโwhere white-sand islands, enchanting waterfalls, and ancient caves whisper the beauty of nature unspoiled. For travelers who crave raw adventure and quiet escape, this underrated
