You plan to move to the Philippines? Wollen Sie auf den Philippinen leben?

There are REALLY TONS of websites telling us how, why, maybe why not and when you'll be able to move to the Philippines. I only love to tell and explain some things "between the lines". Enjoy reading, be informed, have fun and be entertained too!

Ja, es gibt tonnenweise Webseiten, die Ihnen sagen wie, warum, vielleicht warum nicht und wann Sie am besten auf die Philippinen auswandern könnten. Ich möchte Ihnen in Zukunft "zwischen den Zeilen" einige zusätzlichen Dinge berichten und erzählen. Viel Spass beim Lesen und Gute Unterhaltung!


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Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Unbeaten HD Spikers, Cool Smashers collide in PVL showdown


 

Fancied Creamline and Cignal put their unbeaten records on the line when they clash on Tuesday, July 1, in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) On Tour at the Filoil EcoOil Arena in San Juan City.

By Kristel Satumbaga-Villar

Published Jun 30, 2025 12:31 pm


Fancied Creamline and Cignal put their unbeaten records on the line when they clash on Tuesday, July 1, in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) On Tour at the Filoil EcoOil Arena in San Juan City.

Match is set at 6:30 p.m. as the league returns to the National Capital Region after weekend stops in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, and Batangas City.

The winner of the Creamline-Cignal showdown will seize the solo lead in Pool B, with both teams eyeing a third straight victory in as many outings.

Kicking off the day’s action is the 4 p.m. matchup between PLDT and Farm Fresh—two teams looking to start strong in Pool A.

Both Creamline and Cignal are hoping that the weeklong break has recharged them, following dominant performances in Vigan where they ruled their respective assignments against Akari and Capital1.

As expected, the Cool Smashers are showcasing their trademark depth led by the lethal trio of Michele Gumabao, Alyssa Valdez, and Jema Galanza, who combined for 46 points in their four-set win over the Akari Chargers.

New recruit Sheena Toring, a former National University standout, is also out to prove her worth after scoring 10 points in the same match.

Cignal, meanwhile, is unfazed—having yet to drop a set in the tournament.

The HD Spikers are banking on their own powerhouse trio of Erika Santos, Roselyn Doria, and Ishie Lalongisip, with additional firepower from Heather Guino-o, Tin Tiamzon and Gel Cayuna.

Meanwhile, PLDT and Farm Fresh aim to make a strong impression in Pool A.
 Kim Fajardo, Dell Palomata, and Majoy Baron are expected to lead the High Speed Hitters while the Foxies lean on the veteran presence of Rachel Daquis, along with Trisha Tubu and Caitlyn Viray.

21 Filipino 'trafficking victims' repatriated from Myanmar — BI


Twenty-one human trafficking victims have returned to the Philippines after being “forced to work as scammers” in Myanmar, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Monday, June 30. BI Commissioner Joel Anthony M. Viado said the 21 Filipinos were lured by false promises, stripped of their dignity, and forced to work under inhumane conditions. Read more 


„Hitzeglocke“ über Europa: Nächster Temperatur-Rekord fällt – „beispiellose“ Lage in Urlauber-Land

Hitze in Europa. Extrem hohe Temperaturen rollen von Süden in Richtung Norden über den Kontinent. Besonders in Urlauber-Ländern herrscht schon Alarmstimmung.

Update vom 30. Juni, 20.53 Uhr: In der Touristenmetropole Barcelona hat es während der derzeitigen Hitzewelle einen Temperaturrekord von 37,6 Grad für einen Tag im Juni gegeben. Noch nie sei eine derart hohe Temperatur in der Millionenmetropole am Mittelmeer im Juni gemessen worden, teilte der regionale katalanische Wetterdienst Meteocat auf X mit. 

In anderen spanischen Regionen wie Andalusien im Süden oder Aragonien im Nordosten stiegen die Temperaturen wieder auf mehr als 40 Grad. Am Samstag war in der südspanischen Stadt El Granado an der Grenze zu Portugal mit 46 Grad ein nationaler Hitzerekord für einen Juni-Tag registriert worden. Auch nachts blieb es mit um die 30 Grad vielerorts unerträglich heiß.

Die Hitzewelle könnte nach Angaben des staatlichen Wetterdienstes Aemet noch bis Mittwoch andauern. Ab Donnerstag könnten die Menschen dann wieder auf etwas kühlere Temperaturen hoffen. 

„Hitzeglocke“ über Europa: 46 Grad gemessen – „beispiellose“ Lage in Urlauber-Land

Erstmeldung vom 30. Juni: Hitze-Alarm in Europa. Eine massive Hitzewelle hat schon jetzt weite Teile Südeuropas fest im Griff – und rollt auf Deutschland zu:

  • Von Portugal bis in die Türkei haben die Menschen am Montag unter extremen Temperaturen geächzt.
  • Spanien meldete mit 46 Grad in Huelva einen neuen Juni-Hitzerekord.
  • In Frankreich und der Türkei brachen Waldbrände aus.
  • Auch in Deutschland werden zur Wochenmitte Extremtemperaturen von bis zu 40 Grad erwartet. 

In Deutschland breitet sich bis Mittwoch eine Hitzewelle aus, die indirekt mit dem Phänomen einer sogenannten Hitzekuppel zusammenhängt. Im Mittelmeerraum habe sich „in den vergangenen Tagen eine Hitzeblase ausgedehnt“, die „in abgeschwächter Form“ nun auch Mitteleuropa erreiche, sagt der Meteorologe Nico Bauer vom Deutschen Wetterdienst (DWD).

Extreme Hitze trifft Europa: „Hitzeglocke“ verwandelt Kontinent in Glut-Ofen

Aus dem südwestlichen Mittelmeeraum breiten sich demnach sehr heiße Luftmassen zu uns aus, die dort in einer Hitzekuppel entstanden sind. Das kann sich anfühlen wie in einem Ofen. Eine Hitzekuppel kann eine Region über Tage oder gar Wochen im Griff halten. 

Als Hitzekuppel oder Hitzeglocke wird ein Hochdruckgebiet bezeichnet, das heiße Luft wie ein Deckel in einer Region gefangenhält. Der Hochdruck verhindert die Bildung von Wolken, wodurch Sonnenstrahlen ungehindert den Erdboden aufwärmen können. Der Druck lässt zugleich Luftmassen absinken, was die Luft aufwärmt und die Hitze weiter verstärkt.

Hitzekuppeln hängen mit dem sogenannten Jetstream und dessen wellenförmigem Verlauf zusammen. Der Jetstream ist ein schnell fließendes Windband, das die nördliche Halbkugel in etwa zehn Kilometer Höhe von Westen nach Osten umströmt. Ausschläge des Jetstreams können eine Hitzekuppel zur Folge haben.

In Deutschland erreicht die Hitzewelle laut DWD zur Wochenmitte ihren Höhepunkt - mit örtlich bis zu 40 Grad Celsius und verbreitet Temperaturen zwischen 34 und 38 Grad. Der Mittwoch wird demnach der bisher heißeste Tag des Sommers. Am Donnerstag gibt es dann „wieder eine Abkühlung“, so Bauer.

Hitze-Alarm in Europa: Spanien meldet Temperatur-Rekord

In Südeuropa sorgt die Hitzewelle schon jetzt für große Probleme. In der türkischen Provinz Izmir kämpften am Montag etwa 1000 Feuerwehrleute und 14 Hubschrauber gegen einen am Sonntag ausgebrochenen Waldbrand. Fernsehbilder zeigten bis auf die Grundmauern niedergebrannte Wohnhäuser.    

Eine massive Hitze-Welle rollt über Europa. In Spanien gibt es einen neuen Temperatur-Rekord..
Eine massive Hitze-Welle rollt über Europa. In Spanien gibt es einen neuen Temperatur-Rekord. (Archivbild) © IMAGO/Angel Garcia

Der spanische Wetterdienst meldete am Montag die bisher jemals in einem Juni gemessene Temperatur: Sie wurde am Samstag in Huelva im Süden des Landes registriert und übertraf mit 46 Grad Celsius den bisherigen Rekord aus dem Jahr 1965 um 0,8 Grad.

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Die wichtigsten Meldungen des Tages von der Redaktion für Sie zusammengefasst. Eine kurze Registrierung genügt.

Auch das Mittelmeer heizt sich bereits früh im Jahr ungewöhnlich stark auf: Vor der Inselgruppe der Balearen erreichte die Wassertemperatur laut Wetterdienst 26 Grad - bislang waren solche Temperaturen eher Mitte August zu erwarten.

„Beispiellose“ Hitze-Lage in Frankreich – Italien schlägt Alarm

In Frankreich galten für 84 der 95 Kernland-Départements Hitzewarnungen. „Das hatten wir noch nie“, sagte Umweltministerin Agnès Pannier-Runacher der Nachrichtenagentur AFP und sprach von einer „beispiellosen“ Situation. Nur die Küste am Ärmelkanal und die Grenzregion zu Belgien und Deutschland bleibt vorerst verschont. Im Südwesten des Landes brannten nach Behördenangaben insgesamt 400 Hektar Land bei Buschbränden nieder. 

Italien gab am Montag erneut Hitzewarnungen für 17 Städten im ganzen Land aus. In der Nähe wichtiger Sehenswürdigkeiten in Rom wurden Krankenwagen stationiert, um Betroffene möglichst schnell zu versorgen. Der Notärzte-Verband meldete einen Anstieg von Patienten mit Hitzschlag um zehn Prozent.

Hitze rollt auf Deutschland zu: „Der heißeste Tag des Sommers“ rückt näher

Zur Wochenmitte wird die Hitzewelle auch in Deutschland erwartet. Der Deutsche Wetterdienst sagt örtlich bis zu 40 Grad Celsius und verbreitet Temperaturen zwischen 34 und 38 Grad voraus. Der Mittwoch werde „der bisher heißeste Tag des Sommers“ werden, erklärte der DWD. In vielen Regionen galten schon am Montag Hitzewarnungen des Wetterdiensts. Auch die Waldbrandgefahr steigt.  

Insgesamt war der Juni in Deutschland erneut außergewöhnlich warm und viel zu trocken. Laut DWD fielen im ersten Sommermonat nur 61 Liter Regen pro Quadratmeter - annähernd ein Drittel weniger als üblich. Seit 2010 war laut DWD jeder Juni hierzulande zu warm. Die zunehmende Anzahl und steigende Intensität der Hitzewellen ist eine Folge des menschengemachten Klimawandels. (afp)

Monday, June 30, 2025

Never rely too much on anyone in this world

 Never rely too much on anyone in this world — because even your own shadow can leave you when you’re in darkness. And your own shadow vanishes when in the dark. This says to us that we have to come to stand alone, to learn how to be strong for ourselves. There is nothing wrong with loving and trusting and depending on others, but don’t forget to build a strong relationship with yourself. In the end, the first person you owe it to is yourself, because the only person who will be with you at every turn, through bright lights and dark shadows, is you. Keep going my love, stay rooted, trust the journey is yours.

Neena Gupta.
ⓒ Love Is An Emotion of Strong Affection
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From beauty queen to recording artist: Michelle Dee drops Pride-themed music video for Reyna


 

Photo from Michelle Dee’s Facebook page and courtesy of ABS-CBN PR


Charmie Joy Pagulong - The Philippine Star 

From the world of pageantry to now music, Michelle Dee admits that she has always imagined herself recording a song someday. After all, she was active in school theater and a member of a Glee Club when she was in high school.

As an ode to the LGBTQIA+ community, Miss Universe Philippines 2023 and Sparkle artist Michelle Dee has just dropped a Pride version of the music video for her debut single Reyna, in celebration of Pride Month this June.

The track, a collaborative project between ABS-CBN Music and GMA, was released last March under Star Music.



She rendered a vibrant, surprise performance of the song during the music video launch that took place recently at the Dolphy Theatre in ABS-CBN Studios.

“When we came together to create a song, our objective was really, really straight. It’s clear. This is for every single queen — whether you’re a woman, man, or anything in between. It’s for you to find your strength, to be who you are, and this is just a product of so many people being able to relate to that,” she shared at a mediacon that followed.

Michelle talked about how close the LGBTQIA+ community is to her heart. As she elaborated, “I only came out, I think, around 2023 after I won Miss Universe Philippines. But even before then, I was a loud and proud ally of the LGBT community. I really credit my mom (Melanie Marquez), because ganun ako mag-isip. Bata pa lang ako, she’s so vocal about her love for the gay community, for the whole community.”

In a magazine interview, she identified herself as bisexual.


A scene from the Pride version music video for her debut single Reyna as part of the Pride Month celebration. The track is a collaborative project between ABS-CBN Music and GMA.

“But if you remember, I was the most-bashed Miss Universe Philippines queen. And it was because they were trying to take that against me — my identity against me. And when I came out, I finally mustered up the strength to come out because I didn’t want to come out in competition.”

It could be recalled that the beauty queen’s pageant advocacy was about autism awareness and not the LGBTQIA+ community. “And I just knew, knowing the pageant community, that if I came out in competition, everything else that I was fighting for might have been clouded. But everything happens for a reason because when I came out after, grabe talaga yung reception and how it really turned the table for me — my confidence and the kind of love I received through the community.”

Resembling a Barbie doll, Michelle’s new music video conveyed the sentiments of the ditty, melded with her sparkling performance and a colorful display of costumes. Her mom appeared in the video, as well as her pet dog — before she got bitten in the face.

“Nakakaawa kasi bina-bash na siya ng maraming tao. Hindi naman niya sinasadya,” she commented, referring to her pet.

Nonetheless, Michelle described her experience filming the music video as something “fun, light and empowering.”

“And it just means a lot. And hopefully, it resonates with a lot of people. It’s really meant to celebrate the song and all of it,” she added.

“It such an amazing time to celebrate your pride and to celebrate who you are. And it’s more than just being out. It’s about loving your own and everybody around you.”

From the world of pageantry to music, the other side of Michelle as a recording artist was something she had imagined way back. She was active in school theater and a member of a Glee Club when she was a freshman in high school.

Michelle renders a vibrant, surprise performance of the song during the music video launch at the Dolphy Theatre in ABS-CBN Studios.

“It’s just that na-highlight lang talaga yung pagiging adrenaline junkie ko and being part of a varsity. And of course, when I started my career, I started with acting and of course (pageants). You’re not fighting for yourself in your career — you’re fighting for the country. It’s not a selfish battle, it’s a battle for the country.”

After her Miss Universe stint, she felt like “it was the right time to finally expose a side of me that I’ve been itching to do,” which is performing music.

So can fans expect more songs from Michelle after Reyna? “Actually, hindi po, ito lang po ang only kanta ko. Charot!” she quipped. “Of course, marami pa pong aabangan.”

She is actually prepping for the launch of her full album. “It’s just a matter of releasing it at the right time. Marami pa po kayong aabangan. A lot of genres. I’m actually very, very excited for songs that we’re going to release — some anthemic, also taking inspiration from a lot of my idols that matter to me. Of course, this is dedicated especially to all of you, to everyone who helped me on my journey. Tuloy-tuloy po ‘yan ‘cause music is forever.”

Queried about her thoughts on the Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Gender Expression (SOGIE) bill, she said, “It starts the right conversations, even if it doesn’t get passed now. I believe that eventually, when the political landscape is better or if it’s more accepting, then who knows? But it’s important because it voices out what we need — what is important for us. It acknowledges every single person that doesn’t feel heard and what they feel like they deserve as well.

“And I don’t think there’s anything wrong with acknowledging every sector. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with starting that conversation and asking yourself, ‘Why can’t we, or why shouldn’t we?’ You have to see it from both ends of the spectrum, both sides of the coin. But at the end of the day, naniniwala naman ako na we’ll get there.”

SOME HARD FACTS ABOUT THE WORKPLACE


1. Your boss is not your friend. Regardless of how close you both are, learn to set PROFESSIONAL boundaries.

2. Walls have ears. Be careful who you confide in at work. A listening ear could also be a flippant mouth.

3. Your employer is now concerned about RESULTS. How you get the JOB done is up to you. No excuses.

4. There is always that one person/ group of persons feeding the boss with happenings in the office. Some employees brief go beyond the official ( except in work cultures where such act is expressly frowned upon). Be guided.

5. When you get withdrawn from PROJECTS or someone is asked to understudy you or you get demoted without cogent reason(s), that may be a cue you'd soon be shown the exit door.

6. As much as you can, keep your private life away from COLLEAGUES. You might be under INVESTIGATION for achieving some personal great feat without you even knowing.

7. Somebody your colleagues may not even like you, it could be the way you LOOK, DRESS, SPEAK, your capabilities, accomplishments at work, your aura or for some weird reasons and that is fine. Everybody cannot like you, so accept that.

8. Pay attention to body language, tone, pitch and pace of voice from your team members, colleagues or your boss. They may provide important cues to what isn't expressly said. Studies have shown that emotions,likes and dislikes are communicated via 38% para- verbal and 55% non verbal. Only 7% are communicated via verbal communication.

9. There will always be that " exceptional colleague" who gets the job done, gets the recognition and praises. Don't let that feeling of DISDAIN or inadequacy set in. See what that person is doing differently, how they do it and learn. You'll become a better person. Be open to LEARNING.

10. While the workplace should foster POSITIVE VALUABLE RELATIONSHIPS, your primary aim is to get the job done and go home. Don't forget that.

Rafa Nadal praises Alex Eala after historic WTA final finish in Eastbourne


 

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines with the runners up trophy after the Women's singles Final during day six of the Eastbourne Open at Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club, Eastbourne, England, Saturday June 28, 2025. (Adam Davy/PA via AP)


By Kristel Satumbaga-Villar

Published Jun 29, 2025 01:04 pm


At A Glance

Alex Eala received one of the biggest pats on the back from none other than tennis legend Rafael Nadal following her runner-up finish at the Lexus Eastbourne Open in Great Britain last Saturday, June 28.

Alex Eala received one of the biggest pats on the back from none other than tennis legend Rafael Nadal following her runner-up finish at the Lexus Eastbourne Open in Great Britain last Saturday, June 28.

“The first of many finals, @AlexEala05!” wrote the retired former world No. 1 and 22-time Grand Slam champion on X (formerly Twitter). The post was accompanied by a video of Eala’s emotional post-match speech at center court.

Before that message, the 39-year-old Spaniard had already praised Eala’s milestone achievement—becoming the first Filipina to reach a Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) Tour final.

Eala is a proud alumna of the Rafa Nadal Academy (RNA) in Mallorca, Spain, where her current coaches are also based.

The 20-year-old rising star is now looking to regroup and quickly return to the drawing board as she prepares for the 2025 Wimbledon Championships this week. She came heartbreakingly close to capturing her maiden WTA Tour title but fell just short in a thrilling final against Australia’s Maya Joint, losing 4-6, 6-1, 6-7 (10).

“It’s only the first, so I’ll definitely work hard to do more,” said an emotional Eala in her post-match interview.
“Wimbledon is next week, so hopefully I’ll forget about this match soon,” she added with a light laugh.

Eala is expected to bring the experience and lessons from this breakthrough performance into her Wimbledon campaign.

She’ll need all of it, as she is set to face a tough opening-round opponent in defending champion Barbora Krejcikova on Tuesday, July 1 (Philippine time).

Krejcikova, from the Czech Republic, is a former world No. 1 in women’s doubles and the 2021 French Open singles champion. She is also a multiple Grand Slam winner in both women’s and mixed doubles.

For Eala, this will mark only her second main-draw appearance at a Grand Slam. Last year, she narrowly missed a spot in the Wimbledon main draw after losing in the third round of qualifying to New Zealand’s Lulu Sun.

Much has changed since then. Eala has broken into the WTA Top 60, reaching a career-high No. 56 following her impressive run in Eastbourne.

“It’s been a crazy year. I’ll remember this week,” said Eala, who also showed grace in defeat.
“I want to congratulate Maya for a great match and a great tournament. I think you did really well, and if I was to lose to anyone this week, it would definitely be to you,” she added.

Bridges to better lives


 

By Jaime Aristotle B. Alip, PhD

Published Jun 30, 2025 12:05 am


FROM THE MARGINS

As graduation season sweeps across the country, thousands of young Filipinos are stepping off the stage and into a world filled with hope, uncertainty, and possibility. Some are chasing dreams in the cities. Others are weighing offers or waiting for doors to open. But for those seeking not just a job — but a purpose — there is a quiet but powerful path worth considering: the world of inclusive finance.

Across the Philippines, ordinary individuals are doing extraordinary work — connecting with rural communities, helping families rise from poverty, and empowering women to build livelihoods. They are microfinance workers — people like Sheila, Khristian, Ricson, and Jaya, whose journeys remind us of everyone’s potential to change people’s lives.

A leap of faith

At 33, Sheila Mae Jolero of Bacolod City never imagined she’d find purpose in her job. After bouncing between short-term cashier jobs, she was invited by her cousin to apply at Negros Women for Tomorrow Foundation (NWTF), where she began her journey as a loan officer in 2012.

From riding horses to reach far-flung areas, to conducting meetings in dialects she barely understood, Sheila embraced the unfamiliar. What inspired her most were the clients themselves: women in remote areas who never missed a payment, despite life’s challenges. “They’re more responsible, more committed—even if they live at the edge of the mountains,” she shares.


Thirteen years later, Sheila has not only built a stable career, but also her own small business. “I’m so blessed,” she says. “This job gave me the chance to help others and grow myself.”

Coming home to serve

After working in Laguna for years, Khristian Lajo longed for home and returned to La Carlota, Negros Occidental. In 2016, he became a Loan Officer at NWTF, driven by the idea of serving his own community.

The job wasn’t easy. One of his earliest challenges was dealing with a client who fled with a loan. “The threats scared me,” he admits. “But I chose to stay.”

Khristian patiently explained the program to skeptical families and stood firm through difficult days. What made it worth it were clients who treated him like family. “Some of them were like mothers to me,” says Khristian, who lost his own. “When I help them, it brings joy to my heart. This job gives me a new chance to lift someone up.”

Braving the waters

In Bantayan Island, Cebu, Ricson Sombreno’s work with CARD for over a decade has taken him across seas—literally. He takes pump boats to other islands, sometimes through stormy weather and towering waves, just to reach members. “There are days when the waves are bigger than the boat,” he recalls. “It’s scary, but we go, because someone is waiting.”

Despite accidents, exhaustion, and separation from family, Ricson stays grounded. He tailors loans carefully, encourages struggling clients, and offers counsel when needed. For him, it’s not just about numbers—it’s about restoring dignity.

“To work here, you need humility, sacrifice, and prayer,” Ricson says. “We’re instruments of change. If we don’t go to them, who will?”

From client’s daughter to leader

At just 18 years old, Jaya Dela Cruz began her career with ASHI, a microfinance institution where her mother was a member. Starting as a Development Officer, she worked tirelessly—walking through floods and late nights—to ensure payments were collected and that the mothers she served understood the value of their membership.

Now an Accounts Officer managing three Development Officers, Jaya balances paperwork and fieldwork. She validates member applications and trains new aspirants to uphold the institution’s mission.

“I’m a product of ASHI,” she says. “I came from hardship, and seeing others like me improve keeps my passion alive. This isn’t just a job—it’s a calling. We really care for our clients, who are mostly mothers.”

Jaya’s dedication was recognized when she received an award as Outstanding Accounts Officer. Even now, she pursues leadership skills to better serve her team and community.

Why this work matters

From mountain barangays to coastal islands, microfinance workers do not just deliver loans — they deliver hope. They do not just process applications — they build trust, walk with empathy, and stay long after office hours to help someone believe again in their potential.

Their work shows that inclusive finance is not just about numbers — it’s about dignity, compassion, and hope.

An invitation to new graduates

To the graduates donning caps and gowns this season: consider the road less traveled.

A career in microfinance or financial inclusion may not be glamorous—but it is meaningful. It offers a front-row seat to real impact, a chance to help communities rise, and a deeply fulfilling way to serve the country. Whether in a fishing village, upland farm, or coastal barangay, you can be a bridge to better lives.

If you're looking for work that matters—this is your invitation.

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“Don’t just follow a career, build a life that matters.”

(Dr. Jaime Aristotle B. Alip is a poverty eradication advocate. He is the founder of the Center for Agriculture and Rural Development Mutually-Reinforcing Institutions (CARD MRI), a group of 23 organizations that provide social development services to eight million economically-disadvantaged Filipinos and insure more than 27 million nationwide.)

Neck-deep flood hits Navotas due to high tide, broken river wall


 A 2.1-meter high tide and a broken river wall caused floodwaters to rise to neck level in Barangay San Jose, Navotas City on Saturday, June 28.



By Richielyn Canlas

Published Jun 28, 2025 03:19 pm


The Navotas City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) immediately launched rescue operations to evacuate affected families, with support from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)-Navotas, Navotas police, fire volunteers, and boy scouts.


As of 2 p.m., the local government reported that M. Naval Street in front of Navotas City Hospital was not passable to small vehicles due to high floodwaters.

Motorcycles, e-bikes, tricycles, and other light vehicles coming from C4 toward Tangos were being rerouted to turn left at A. Santiago Street, where temporary counterflow was allowed.

As of 3:30 p.m., the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) reported that 14 families were evacuated to Navotas Elementary School-1, while two families were temporarily sheltered at the Barangay Hall.

What languages are spoken in surprising places?

 

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There are German speaking Mennonites in Paraguay’s Chaco (“Green Hell”) region. Their main city is Filadelfia.

There are still Basque speakers in parts of Nevada. They were adept at the lonely profession of sheepherding, so many settled here and some other parts of the west. We had a nearby Basque restaurant in my area of California’s Central Valley when I first moved here.

Main area of Basque communities in the United States.

The dominant language of South Tyrol is a German dialect.

Honorable mention: While the attempt to set up a society to preserve Welsh language in Patagonia failed, there are still distinctive Welsh place names as remnants.