(PAGASA 24-HOUR PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST as of Friday, 16 January 2026) Dinagat Islands will experience rains with gusty winds due to TS “Ada”. Possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to heavy rains. Minimal to minor threat to life and property due to strong winds. Northern Mindanao and the rest of Caraga will experience cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to TS “Ada”. Possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to at times heavy rains. The rest of Mindanao will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms due to Localized Thunderstorms. Possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms. The eastern section of Mindanao will have moderate to strong winds from west to southwest with moderate to rough seas (2.1 to 3.4 meters). The rest of Mindanao will have light to moderate winds from northeast to northwest with slight to moderate seas (0.6 to 2.5 meters). At 3:00 PM today, the center of Tropical Storm "ADA" {NOKAEN} was estimated based on all available data at 270 km East of Borongan City, Eastern Samar (12.1°N, 127.9°E) with maximum sustained winds of 65 km/h near the center and gustiness of up to 80 km/h. It is moving Northwestward at 20 km/h. Northeast Monsoon affecting Northern and Central Luzon.


Wednesday, September 18, 2024

More than a food stall: A2 station’s mission of youth empowerment

BUTUAN CITY -- In the vibrant town of Magallanes, Agusan del Norte, the A2 Station food stall stands out not only for its delicious offerings but also for its heartwarming mission.

Honeylette Celestial, a young virtual worker and owner of A2 Station, turned her stall into one of the most popular spots in town. However, A2 Station is more than just a place to eat — it serves as a beacon of hope and opportunity for local youth.

Coming from humble beginnings, Celestial has dedicated her business to supporting young people in their pursuit of education and personal growth. By providing work opportunities, A2 Station helps them fund their studies and meet daily needs, demonstrating that business can be both profitable and purposeful.

Inspired by the quote, "Empower yourself first, so you can uplift others too. Your growth fuels the growth of those around you," she eagerly said during her engagement with Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) programs and services to enhance her business skills. She believes that by growing A2 Station, she can create even more opportunities for others to succeed.

As Celestial continues her journey, she embodies the spirit of youth helping youth — a true testament to the power of community and compassion in entrepreneurship.

Indulge in a variety of tasty snacks like siomai, fries, fish balls, kikiam, tempura, among others.  It is located at Purok 7, Brgy. Sto. Rosario, Magallanes, Agusan del Norte, beside the public market. (DTI-Agusan del Norte/PIA-Agusan del Norte)

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