Biliran province cancels annual festival amid fuel crisis

2026-03-28 - 16:10

TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — The provincial government of Biliran has cancelled its annual Hudyaka Festival for May 2026, citing the ongoing fuel crisis and global uncertainties affecting oil prices. Governor Rogelio Espina, in announcing the decision, said funds originally intended for the province-wide cultural celebration will instead be redirected to address the more urgent