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Holy Week

Holy Week 2025 saw a significant increase in travel and public events across the Philippines, including a 13% surge at Ninoy Aquino International Airport and a 37% rise in port usage. The Philippine National Police reported 120 incidents during this period but emphasized that overall observance was peaceful with commendable efforts from law enforcement agencies to ensure safety and security. Various police offices extended free transportation services beyond Holy Week, highlighting the commitment to community-oriented policing and public welfare.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Wed, May 14, 2025 at 8:02 PM

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Recent developments on Holy Week

Mon, May 5, 2025 at 5:01 PM

LTO revokes licenses of 98 PUV drivers for drug use

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has revoked the driver's licenses of 98 public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers who tested positive for illegal drugs during Holy Week.

Fri, May 2, 2025 at 1:48 PM

PNP launches anti-fake news committee

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has launched the Joint Anti-Fake News Action Committee (JAFNAC) to combat the proliferation of fake news nationwide.

Tue, April 29, 2025 at 5:16 PM

Robinsons Retail net income drops 85% in Q1 due to absence of one-time gain

Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI) experienced an 85% decrease in net income during the first quarter of 2025, falling to P760 million from P5.081 billion in the first quarter of 2024.

Thu, April 24, 2025 at 2:29 PM

Marcos orders stricter rules vs abusive drivers after viral incident

President Marcos has ordered the transportation department to shield commuters from abusive drivers, following a viral incident of a bus driver overspeeding.

Wed, April 23, 2025 at 3:53 PM

Janine Gutierrez mourns death of grandmothers Nora Aunor and Pilita Corrales

Actress Janine Gutierrez is mourning the loss of both her grandmothers, Philippine showbiz icons Nora Aunor and Pilita Corrales, within the same week during Holy Week.

Wed, April 23, 2025 at 1:57 PM

UST Golden Spikers bag 5th straight win, eye playoff seeding

The University of Santo Tomas Golden Spikers secured a fifth consecutive win by defeating the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons in straight sets, improving their season record to 9-4.

Tue, April 22, 2025 at 2:33 PM

BI records nearly 1 million passenger movements during Holy Week

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported nearly one million passenger movements, comprising arrivals and departures, during the recent Holy Week period.

Mon, April 21, 2025 at 2:20 PM

2.3 million Filipinos traveled through PH ports during Holy Week, up 37%

A total of 2.3 million Filipinos traveled through various Philippine ports during the recent Holy Week period, an increase of 37 percent from the previous year.

Mon, April 21, 2025 at 1:39 PM

Index crimes in Metro Manila drop 60% during Holy Week

Index crimes in Metro Manila decreased by 60.18 percent during Holy Week 2025, with 45 incidents reported compared to 113 in the previous year.

Mon, April 21, 2025 at 1:28 PM

Oil prices to increase starting April 22

Oil companies are implementing price increases on petroleum products starting April 22, with gasoline up by P1.35 per liter, diesel by P1.30 per liter, and kerosene by P1.10 per liter.