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GMA Network
5 days ago
- General
- GMA Network
Rescuers take hours to free teen's arm from canal grating in Cebu City
It took rescuers five hours to free a teenager whose arm got stuck in a canal cover in Barangay Santo Niño, Cebu City. According to Alan Domingo's Thursday report on '24 Oras,' the 15-year-old was trying to retrieve some coins from the sewer on Plaridel Street. The rescuers first tried using a reciprocating saw, but had to look for another option after five blades broke on the sturdy grill. The boy's arm, meanwhile, had swollen from being stuck for so long. 'Sobra ang pagkakaipit na kung gagamitan naming ng power tools, natatakot kami na baka mas lalong maiipit [His arm was stuck so tight that we were afraid of using power tools, because he might get even more stuck],' Fire Officer 3 James Formentera said in Bisaya. Finally, after working on the cover with a hydraulic cutter and handheld saws, the rescuers were finally able to extricate the boy. He was brought to the hospital and is now in good condition. The teenager was among those called 'kawkaw,' who make a living by retrieving coins from canals. He said he had been able to retrieve about P50 worth of coins. — Mariel Celine Serquiña/BM, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
6 days ago
- Automotive
- GMA Network
3 auto shops raided in Davao for illegal importation, rebuilding of right-hand vehicles
Authorities raided three auto surplus shops in Davao City for allegedly illegally importing and rebuilding right-hand-drive vehicles. In a statement on Wednesday, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) said initial investigation revealed the surplus shops are not accredited to import, rebuild, or deal in right-hand drive motor vehicles. LTO said it found employees engaged in rebuilding right-hand drive motor vehicles in the backyard of their premises. 'This is part of our sustained operations since the raid we conducted in Quezon City last month against these kinds of illegal activities. We are conducting an investigation and charges will be filed,' LTO chief Vigor Mendoza II said. 'The importation of right-hand drive motor vehicles is also illegal itself,' he added, citing Republic Act 8506, which has a penalty of imprisonment and a fine of P50,000. The law states that, 'It shall be unlawful for any person to import, cause the importation of, register, cause the registration of, use, or operate any vehicle with its steering wheel right-hand side thereof in any highway, street or road, whether private or public or of the national or local government.' During the raid on May 21, authorities also impounded about 45 right-hand drive vehicles from the said surplus shops.—Mariel Celine Serquiña/RF, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
23-05-2025
- GMA Network
SCTEX crash victims' kin seek P130M in damages from bus firm — DOTr
Kin of the deceased victims in the multi-vehicle smashup at the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) have filed civil cases against the Solid North bus company, seeking a total of P130 million in damages, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said Friday. Transport Secretary Vince Dizon personally joined the family of Jonjon and Daina Janica Alinas in filing a civil case at Quezon City Hall of Justice. "P50 milyong danyos ang hinihingi ng pamilya para sa pagkamatay ng mga biktima, pati na para sa loss of income at moral and exemplary damages," the DOTr said in a statement. (The family is seeking P50 million in damages for the deaths of the victims, as well as for loss of income as well as moral and exemplary damages.) Other families of the deceased victims also filed a civil case in an Antipolo City court. "Nagsampa rin ng civil case ang mga pamilya ng iba pang mga biktima ng SCTEX road crash sa korte sa Antipolo City, kung saan P80 milyong danyos naman ang hinihingi ng mga pamilya," the DOTr said. (The families of other victims in the SCTEX road crash also filed a civil case in a court in Antipolo City, where the families are seeking P80 million in damages," the DOTr said. Ten people including four children were killed while more than 37 others were injured in the May 1 multiple-vehicle collision at the Tarlac City toll plaza of the expressway. The bus driver involved in the crash tested negative for illegal drugs and alcohol, the Tarlac City Police Station said. Earlier this month, operations of the Pangasinan Solid North Transit Inc. were suspended for 30 days following the fatal incident. In a statement issued following the suspension order, the company said it halted operations in compliance with the directive from the DOTr. It added that "some uncontrollable factors get even the best of us," leading to the "isolated case." "We understand the severity of the situation, and we will be responsible and accountable for it," the company had said. GMA News Online has reached out to Pangasinan Solid North regarding the filing of the civil cases, but it has yet to respond as of posting time. — VDV, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Get ready for high-flying action! NCAA Season 100 Cheerleading Competition airs on GTV this Thursday
Celebrating a century of inspiring legacies, broadcast giant GMA Network brings the electrifying spectacle of school spirit as it airs the NCAA Season 100 Cheerleading Competition live from the Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena this Thursday, May 22, at 2:30 p.m. on GTV. Witness the top cheerleading squads of the NCAA soar with pride as they show their breathtaking routines and performances (in order of appearance): the Benilde Blazers Pep Squad of De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde; the Altas Perpsquad of University of Perpetual Help System-Dalta; the Mapua Cheerping Cardinals of Mapúa University; the Letran Cheering Squad of Colegio de San Juan de Letran; the Golden Stags Cheerleading Squad of San Sebastian College-Recoletos; the JRU Pep Squad of José Rizal University; the AU Chiefsquad of Arellano University; the EAC Generals Pep Squad of Emilio Aguinaldo College; and the San Beda Red Corps of San Beda University. Despite not competing this season, the LPU Pirates Pep Squad of Lyceum of the Philippines University will treat the crowd to a special performance. In Season 99, the AU Chiefsquad wowed the crowd with an impressive performance, securing their fifth consecutive NCAA Cheerleading title. The Altas Perpsquad finished as first runner-up, and the Letran Cheering Squad placed second runner-up. The squad that will claim this season's cheerleading crown will receive P100,000.00, while the first runner-up and second runner-up will bag P75,000.00 and P50,000.00, respectively. 'The NCAA Season 100 Cheerleading Competition this Thursday, May 22, is a moment to celebrate the incredible talent within our collegiate athletic community. Every student-athlete deserves our commendation for their consistent dedication in upholding the honor of their respective schools. Heartfelt congratulations in advance to everyone competing!' expresses NCAA Season 100 Management Committee Chairman Hercules Callanta. 'As part of our commitment to showcasing the best of collegiate sports, GMA Network, through GMA Synergy, is thrilled to broadcast the NCAA Season 100 Cheerleading Competition this May 22. Knowing the immense effort and discipline needed for this competition, each school must be filled with pride as they witness the spectacular routines and performances prepared by their student-athletes. To all the participants, your Kapuso Network wishes you all the best as you embody the spirit of 'Siglo Uno: Inspiring Legacies,' says Senior Vice President and Head of GMA Integrated News, Regional TV, and Synergy Oliver Victor B. Amoroso. GMA Synergy sportscaster Martin Javier, Sparkle artist Lexi Gonzales, and NCAA courtside reporter Glycel Galpo will be the program hosts of the NCAA Season 100 Cheerleading Competition. Adding color to the exciting competition will be special performances by Sparkle artist Chanty. Don't miss the NCAA Season 100 Cheerleading Competition LIVE on GTV at 2:30 p.m. Catch the livestream on the NCAA Philippines website ( NCAA Philippines Facebook page and YouTube channel, and GMA Sports' social media accounts. Global Pinoys can catch all the action via the international channel GMA News TV. For more updates on NCAA, visit its official website Follow @ncaaphilippines, @gmasynergy, and @gmasportsph on social media.
GMA Network
21-05-2025
- GMA Network
Explosives thrown into INC church in Quezon
A small fire broke out in an Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) church in Mauban, Quezon after a man threw explosives inside the building on Monday, the Police Regional Office 4A (PRO4A) said Wednesday. Based on a police report, the 40-year-old suspect entered the premises of the church carrying three bottles of Molotov cocktail. The church members tried to restrain the suspect but he still proceeded and destroyed a jalousie window and threw the explosives inside the building. Fire was seen inside and outside of the church but the members were able to extinguish it. The estimated cost of damage was P50,000. The suspect left the place and threatened that he would return and burn the church again, the police report said. Personnel from Mauban Municipal Police Station conducted a follow up operation that resulted in the arrest of Esteves. The suspect will face a complaint for destructive arson under the Revised Penal Code.—AOL, GMA Integrated News
