Leptospirosis Cases in Palawan Rise to 133, 9 Reported Dead 

Leptospirosis

DOH Says Leptospirosis Cases in Palawan Rise to 133 The health authorities have raised concern after the number of leptospirosis cases in Palawan climbed to 133, leaving nine people dead.  The Department of Health (DOH) in Mimaropa issued a warning to residents, urging everyone to be extra cautious, especially during the rainy season when floods are common.  According to DOH Mimaropa, … Read more

Fisherman Attacked by Crocodile While Sleeping on Boat in Palawan 

Fisherman

Crocodile Attacks Fisherman Sleeping on His Small Boat in Palawan  A fisherman tragically lost his life after being attacked by a crocodile while he was asleep on his small boat in Palawan.   A crocodile attack happens when a crocodile attacks a person or animal, usually to defend its territory, to protect its nest, or because it mistakes the target for prey.  Crocodiles … Read more

Motorist Thrown Off Road After Hitting Two Dogs in Taytay, Palawan 

Motorist

Motorist Gets Into Accident After Hitting Two Dogs Across the Road Motorcyclist thrown onto the road after hitting two dogs in taytay, palawan; one dog dead while the other unconscious.  On Wednesday morning (October 1, 2025), a road accident in Taytay, Palawan, caught the attention of many after a motorcyclist was thrown onto the pavement when his vehicle … Read more

Over 1,000 Cases of Typhoid Fever Reported in Palawan 

Typhoid Fever

Palawan Records Over 1,000 Cases of Typhoid Fever This Year Palawan is facing a serious health concern as more than 1,000 people have been affected by typhoid fever this year.  The Center for Regional Epidemiology and Technology Enhancement (CREATE) Mimaropa reported that 1,133 individuals in the province have been diagnosed with the illness, with eight people … Read more

Fake Army Intel Officer Arrested in Palawan 

Fake Army Intel Officer

Fake Army Intel Officer Arrested by CIDG During Operation in Palawan  FAKE ARMY INTEL OFFICER – A man who pretended to be an intelligence officer of the Philippine Army was arrested in Narra, Palawan.  The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) arrested a fake army intel officer in Barangay Poblacion, Narra, Palawan during their operation.  The suspect, … Read more

PNP Chief Nicolas Torre on Drug Users: “Lahat ng adik, pangit” Amid Rising “Tuklaw” Cases

Tuklaw, PNP Chief Nicolas Torre

PNP Chief Nicolas Torre Issues Stern Warning to Youth Amid Surge in “Tuklaw” Use TUKLAW – The Philippine National Police (PNP) has raised concern after five students in Palawan were arrested for selling “tuklaw” cigarettes, a dangerous product laced with synthetic drugs. PNP Chief General Nicolas Torre III has issued a stern warning to the … Read more

3 Young Men Collapse After Smoking Suspected ‘Black Cigarette’ in Palawan 

Young Men

3 Young Men Smoking Suspected ‘Black Cigarette’ in Palawan Suddenly Collapsed Three young men suddenly collapsed after smoking a suspected ‘Black Cigarette’ in Puerto Princesa, Palawan.  A disturbing incident left three young men shaking uncontrollably after reportedly smoking what they described as a black-colored cigarette.  On July 19, 2025 (Saturday), locals found the three males in distress … Read more