Hermes Updates

𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒| Magnitude 5.4 Earthquake struck near the city of Bogo, Cebu on Monday afternoon at 3:22 p.m., April 06, 2026 according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology(PHIVOLCS).

𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒| 𝑵𝑨𝑺𝑨 𝑳𝒂𝒖𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒔 𝑨𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒖𝒕𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑯𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒄 𝑹𝒆𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒐𝒐𝒏

NASA has successfully launched four astronauts aboard its Artemis II mission on April 1, 2026 at 6:35 p.m., marking a historic return of human spaceflight to the Moon for the first time in over 50 years.

The mission lifted off from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, sending the crew on a 10-day journey around the Moon using the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft.

The astronauts onboard—Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen—will travel farther into space than any human crew since the Apollo era. Their mission is not to land on the Moon, but to test critical systems and ensure that future missions can safely carry astronauts to the lunar surface.

“Today’s launch marks a defining moment for our nation and for all who believe in exploration. Artemis II builds on the vision set by President Donald J. Trump, returning humanity to the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years and opening the next chapter of lunar exploration beyond Apollo. Aboard Orion are four remarkable explorers preparing for the first crewed flight of this rocket and spacecraft, a true test mission that will carry them farther and faster than any humans in a generation,” said NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman.

✍️: 𝐉𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐲𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐧

Source: https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/liftoff-nasa-launches-astronauts-on-historic-artemis-moon-mission/(Lauren E. Low)
Photo Courtesy: NASA https://www.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/launch.jpg
𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘣𝘺 𝘓𝘢𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘯 𝘌. 𝘓𝘰𝘸 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘕𝘈𝘚𝘈.

𝐇𝐄 𝐈𝐒 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄𝐍!—Jesus Christ resurrected and rose from the dead on the third day after His crucifixion and burial on Good Friday.

Easter Sunday reminds us that hope is never lost and new beginnings are always possible.

🎨: 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐳

𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦| 𝑴𝒂𝒏 𝑨𝒓𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝑴𝒂𝒔𝒃𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑨𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒆𝒅 𝑰𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒍 𝑫𝒊𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒍 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕

Police authorities arrested a man and seized over 1,250 liters of diesel fuel in Balud, Masbate, following reports of illegal fuel transport in the area.

According to the Police Regional Office 5 (PRO-5), the suspect, identified only by the alias “Rey,” was found carrying five blue plastic drums filled with diesel, each containing around 250 liters. The operation was conducted after authorities received information about unauthorized fuel trading.

The confiscated fuel, estimated to be worth ₱115,000, was turned over to authorities as evidence. The suspect was brought to the Balud police station for proper disposition.

Police said charges for violating Batas Pambansa Blg. 33, as amended by Presidential Decree 1865, are being prepared against the suspect.

Brig. Gen. Erosito Miranda, Bicol police chief, emphasized that authorities will continue to intensify operations against illegal fuel activities, especially amid the ongoing national energy concerns.

“We will not tolerate any illegal activity that exploits the current energy situation,” Miranda stated.

✍️: 𝐉𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐲 𝐀𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐫

Source: Inquirer.net (Michael B. Jaucian)
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2205689/masbate-police-arrest-man-for-illegally-transporting-diesel
Photo Courtesy: Inquirer.net (Michael B. Jaucian)
𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘢 𝘯𝘦𝘸𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘐𝘯𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘳.𝘯𝘦𝘵.

𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑: 𝗡𝗢 𝗧𝗢 𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗞𝗦!

We encourage everyone to be cautious with their actions regarding pranks during April Fools' Day. While creativity and humor are part of the fun, they should never come at the expense of someone else’s safety, well-being, or peace of mind. We can still unleash our creativity without harming others. Carry out your pranks in a clever and playful—yet safe-way.

Have a fun and safe APRIL FOOLS' DAY!

✍️: 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐳
🎨: 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐳

𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍| 𝑺𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝑺𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝑻𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑭𝒊𝒙𝒆𝒔

The rising gasoline prices in the Philippines are not just numbers on a signboard—they are a daily struggle for ordinary Filipinos. From commuters to jeepney drivers, from small business owners to families, everyone feels the impact. While the government has taken steps to respond, the situation shows a deeper problem that needs long-term solutions.

Recently, fuel prices have increased sharply. Gasoline prices were expected to rise by several pesos per liter, while diesel prices saw even bigger increases. These increases do not just affect drivers—they also raise transportation fares, food prices, and other basic goods. As a result, inflation rises and everyday living becomes more expensive.

The effects are especially hard on low-income groups. Jeepney and Tricycle drivers, for example, spend more on fuel but do not always earn more. In some cases, their daily income becomes very small or even insufficient because of high fuel costs. This shows how the crisis directly affects people’s livelihoods, not just the economy.

The government has tried to help by giving fuel subsidies, considering tax reductions, and encouraging energy-saving measures like online classes and work from home set-ups. While these actions offer temporary solution, they are not enough to solve the root cause of the problem.

The gasoline crisis reveals a bigger issue: the country’s dependence on imported oil and lack of strong long-term energy strategies. While short-term solutions help, the government should focus more on developing renewable energy sources like solar and wind power. This can reduce dependence on foreign oil and protect the country from global price shocks.

If no long-term solutions are made, Filipinos will continue to suffer every time oil prices increase. This issue goes beyond economics—it is about the daily survival of many citizens. The time to act is now, not just to manage the crisis, but to prevent it from happening again. In times like this, the country needs leadership that prioritizes sustainable solutions over temporary fixes. The choices made today will determine whether this crisis continues or is finally resolved.

Words: 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚
Pubmat: 𝐄𝐩𝐚𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐉𝐫.

Sources:
https://www.dbm.gov.ph/index.php/management-2/455-dbcc-statement-on-thegovernments-response-to-rising-fuel-prices
https://www.inklusibo.org/oil-price-hike
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/06/philippines-orders-energy-cuts-middle-east-war-fuel-prices

𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 is a sacred week in Christianity, it is the final days of Jesus on earth and his ultimate sacrifice for us. Prepare yourself for spiritual reflection and repentance as we commemorate Christ's Passion, Crucifixion, and Resurrection.

Holy Week 2026 runs from Palm Sunday March 29, to Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. Key dates include Maundy Thursday on April 2, Good Friday on April 3, Black Saturday on April 4, and Easter Sunday on April 5, 2026.

Sama-sama tayong manalangin at manampalataya para kay Hesus.

✍️: Escel Sumayang
🎨: Epafrodito Morata

𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘| "𝑾𝒆, 𝑾𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏—𝑫𝒊𝒍𝒊 𝑮𝒚𝒖𝒅 𝑴𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒖𝒔𝒂𝒏"

Whenever I encounter women doing difficult jobs. I often hear things like, “Trabaho ina san lalaki,” or "Dili ina kaya san babae.”

That is false kay ang tinuod—Whatever a man can do, a woman can do too—mas nindot pa, mas lig-on, ug puno sa kasingkasing. Dili gyud ta angay maminusan.

Kaniadto ingon sila sa mga babae na ada sa construction site ug mga babae na magdrive san sakyanan na, “panlalaki ra na,” but they always showed up skilled and proud. Gipakita nila na strength isn’t about gender—it’s about will.

Capability has no label—bahala kinsa pa ka, basta kaya nimo, buhaton lang nimo og tarong.

People might underestimate us, pero mali sila. We have the best brains, hands, and hearts. Our potentials are not limited by gender—only by what we let others say we can’t do.

Today, I stand tall and say, "Never underestimate women. We can do anything men can do, ug gibuhat naton kini uban ang grasya, kusog, ug gahum nga atoa ra gyud.

We are women. We are capable. We are enough. And that’s our truth—dili gyud ta mapahilom.

HAPPY WOMEN'S MONTH!!

✍️: Chariz Atibagos
🎨: Danna Gail Gomez

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊| The streets of Masbate City echo with the drums of Cataingan National High School for the Philippine Festivals Kasadyaan sa Masbate 2026, representing our pride and the vibrant spirit of Bagat-Dagat Festival. CMC performers are pouring their hearts into every move in the Street Dancing Competition, competing head-to-head with other finest contingents across the province.

✏️: Ana Mae Bergantin
📸: Danna Gail Gomez

𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦| 𝑵𝑼 𝑶𝒖𝒕𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒔 𝑼𝑷 𝒊𝒏 𝑭𝒊𝒗𝒆-𝑺𝒆𝒕 𝑻𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒓

NU Lady Bulldog demolishes UP Fighting Maroons, surviving a grueling five-set battle, 24-26, 25-17, 21-25, 25-18, 15-18, at Smart Araneta, Coliseum this Wednesday afternoon, March 18, 2026.

This victory allowed the defending champions to avenge their earlier first-round loss and solidify their second-place ranking with 6-8 record in UAAP Season 88.

In addition to that, the super rookie Sam Cantada delivered a historic performance racking up a career-high 32 points alongside a stellar defensive showings of 18 receptions and 13 digs. Outside hitter/ spiker Arah Panique added 19 while setter Abe Pono tallied 21 excellent sets and fired the match-ending aces.

Ultimately, NU's superior offensive efficiency and late-game composure overwhelmed UP's floor defense in the final set.

✏️: Mary Joan Atabay
🎨: Danna Gail Gomez

source: https://www.abs-cbn.com/sports/volleyball/2026/3/18/uaap-behind-cantada-s-career-high-nu-gets-back-at-up-in-5-set-marathon-1752

𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒: "𝒱ℴ𝒾𝒸ℯ𝓈 𝒞𝒶𝓇𝓇𝒾ℯ𝒹 ℴ𝓃 𝓉𝒽ℯ 𝒲𝒾𝓃𝑔𝓈 ℴ𝒻 ℋℯ𝓇𝓂ℯ𝓈"

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🖋️: Gomez, Danna Gail
🎨: Gomez, Danna Gail