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Thursday, 22 October · 123 stories
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Bunso, emosyonal na ibinalita sa kuyang seaman na nagpaaral sa kaniya na isa na siyang ganap na nurse

Matapos pumanaw ang kanilang ina dahil sa colon cancer, inako na ng kuyang seaman ang responsibilidad ng pagpapa-aral sa kaniyang nakababatang kapatid na babae, na piniling maging nurse na pangarap din ng kanilang ina…

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Brgy. kagawad at kapatid niya, patay sa pamamaril sa Cotabato; 1 estudyante, sugatan din

Patay ang isang barangay kagawad at kaniyang kapatid matapos umano silang pagbabarilin ng suspek na isang sundalo sa Kabacan, Cotabato.

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Negosyong Texas BBQ na mula sa US na dinala sa Pilipinas, paldo sa kita

Patok sa mga customer ang Texas barbecue sa Amerika dahil sa pagiging juicy at smoky matapos pausukan ng 16 na oras. Sa Pilipinas, matitikman na rin ito sa murang halaga.

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2 lalaking sakay sa motorsiklo na umiwas sa Oplan Sita, patay nang makipagbarilan umano sa mga pulis sa Taguig

Dalawang lalaki na nakasakay sa motorsiklo ang nasawi matapos umanong makipagbarilan sa mga pulis na humabol sa kanila matapos na umiwas sa checkpoint sa Barangay Western Bicutan sa Taguig.

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Alex Eala, nabigo kontra kay Diana Shnaider sa Round of 16; laglag na sa Ningbo Open

Kinapos ang lakas ni Alexandra “Alex” Eala sa laban niya kontra sa world No. 13 na si Diana Shnaider matapos matalo sa iskor na 7-5, 6-4 sa Round of 16 ng Ningbo Open sa China nitong Huwebes.

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Babaeng tumatawid sa pedestrian lane, kritikal matapos masalpok ng motorsiklo sa Pasig

Kritikal ang isang babae matapos siyang masalpok ng motorsiklo habang tumatawid sa pedestrian lane sa Barangay Caniogan, Pasig.

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3-anyos na babae, nailigtas matapos maipit ang ulo at lumambitin mula sa ika-12 palapag ng gusali

Nasagip ang isang 3-anyos na batang babae matapos maipit ang kaniyang ulo sa metal railing at lumambitin mula sa ika-12 palapag ng isang gusali sa Fujian province, China.

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3-anyos na babae, nailigtas matapos maipit ang ulo at lumambitin mula sa ika-12 palapag ng gusali

Nasagip ang isang 3-anyos na batang babae matapos maipit ang kaniyang ulo sa metal railing at lumambitin mula sa ika-12 palapag ng isang gusali sa Fujian province, China.

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Pinoy, nasawi sa napigilang drone attack malapit sa oilfield sa Saudi Arabia

Isang Pilipino ang nasawi sa drone attack na napigilang pag-target sa isang pasilidad ng oilfield sa Saudi Arabia, ayon sa ulat ng Reuters, batay sa impormasyon mula sa Ministry of Energy ng kaharian.

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Dammam airport, inatake; 1 patay, 8 ang sugatan, ayon sa Saudi aviation authority

Isa ang nasawi habang walo ang sugatan sa pag-atake nitong Miyerkules ng gabi na pinuntirya ang King Fahd International Airport sa Dammam, na nasa silangang bahagi ng Saudi Arabia, ayon sa Saudi civil aviation authority.

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79-anyos na bedridden na lola, nasawi sa nasunog na bahay sa Pasig

Isang 79-anyos na lolang nakaratay sa kama ang nasawi sa nasunog nilang bahay sa Barangay Buting, Pasig. Ang pumanaw na lola, magbi-birthday pa man sana sa susunod na buwan.

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76-anyos na babaeng tulak umano ng droga at kaniyang parokyano, huli sa Maynila

Arestado ang isang 76-anyos na babae na nagbebenta umano ng ilegal na droga, pati ang kaniya umanong parokyano sa Maynila.

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9-anyos na nagtatatakbo sa loob ng bahay, nalapnos ang balat nang aksidenteng mabanlian ng bagong-kulong tubig

Isang 9-anyos na batang lalaki na nagtatatakbo sa kanilang bahay ang nalapnos ang balat matapos siyang aksidenteng mabanlian ng bagong-kulong tubig sa Mangaldan, Pangasinan.

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20-anyos na babaeng college student, patay matapos pagsasaksakin sa Batangas

Isang 20-anyos na babaeng college student ang patay matapos siyang pagsasaksakin sa Lipa, Batangas. Crime of passion, tinitingnan bilang isa sa mga anggulo sa krimen.

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13-anyos na estudyante, sinaksak ang 11-anyos na kamag-aral sa Davao City

Hinuli ang isang 13-anyos na estudyante matapos siyang manaksak ng isang 11-anyos na kamag-aral sa isang paaralan sa Davao City.

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WALANG PASOK: Mga suspendidong klase sa Huwebes, October 22, 2026

Suspendido ang klase sa paaralan sa ilang bahagi ng bansa sa Huwebes, October 22, 2026, dahil sa magiging epekto ng Super Typhoon Rosal sa bahagi ng Luzon, at nararanasan namang matinding init ng panahon sa ilang parte…

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Lalaki, sugatan nang saksakin ng kaibigan matapos silang magtalo tungkol umano sa utang

Dinala sa ospital ang isang lalaki dahil sa tinamong saksak mula sa kaniyang kaibigan sa San Carlos City, Pangasinan. Ang krimen, nagsimula umano sa pagtatalo nang malaman ng biktima na ikinukuwento ng suspek sa iba ang…

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Ombudsman to review impeachment prosecutors' evidence vs. VP Sara

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Thursday said his office will review the evidence that the House prosecution will turn over from the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

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2027 budget has no unconstitutional items, says DBM

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Thursday told senators that the provisions that the Supreme Court (SC) declared unconstitutional in the 2024 and 2025 budgets were no longer in the proposed 2027 budget.

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San Juan cemetery extends hours ahead of Undas

The San Juan City Cemetery will implement extended hours ahead of the observance of All Saints" Day and All Souls" Day, with other cemeteries and local governments making preparations for the season.

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SWS: 42% of Filipinos follow Sara Duterte's impeachment trial closely

Less than half of Filipinos follow the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte either closely or somewhat closely, according to the Social Weather Stations (SWS).

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Traders hold pig holiday to protest imports

Hog traders are implementing a three-day “pig holiday,” or a temporary suspension of the sale of pork, to protest the imports affecting the industry.

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Makabayan Bloc urges recall of 2027 appropriations bill

The Makabayan Bloc in the House of Representatives on Thursday called on the House of Representatives to recall the 2027 House General Appropriations Bill to correct what its members said were unconstitutional…

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Caguioa vows to restore public trust in judiciary if named chief justice

Associate Justice Benjamin Caguioa said Thursday that he wants to restore public trust in the judiciary if appointed chief justice of the Supreme Court.

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House opposition urges Senate to address 'illegal' provisions of 2027 budget

Opposition lawmakers in the House of Representatives have asked the Senate Finance Committee to address the "illegal" provisions of the House-approved P7.2 trillion proposed national budget for 2027 if the House…

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China weaponizing commodities, people amid territorial row, says Teodoro

China is weaponizing not just its commodities against the Philippines, but its own people, according to Defense Secretary Gilberto "Gibo" Teodoro on Thursday.

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DOJ says there's possible resurgence of scam hubs

Justice Undersecretary Nicky Ty on Thursday said there may be a resurgence of small-scale scam hub operations in the Philippines following the arrest and rescue of several individuals in various raids.

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Is PH farmland healthy amid El Niño? FAO calls for soil assessment

With less frequent but more intense tropical cyclones expected in the coming months amid the El Niño phenomenon, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has called for soil assessment in the country's farmlands to…

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Pasay cop faces admin raps after alleged abuse of live-in partner

The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) is filing charges against a Pasay cop after his live-in partner accused him of abusing her for years.

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DBM: No funds released under 'unconstitutional' provisions of 2026 budget

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said Thursday it has not yet released any funds charged against the special provisions authorizing unprogrammed appropriations under the 2026 General Appropriations Act…

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Laos-PH drug smuggling mastermind tied to int'l syndicate -- PDEA

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) on Thursday said the alleged mastermind of the Laos drug smuggling attempt has ties to an international criminal syndicate.

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Leonen: We need to think if bar exam should be the 'be all, end all'

Supreme Court (SC) Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen, a candidate for the position of chief justice, said Thursday that there is a need to review whether the Bar Examinations for aspiring lawyers should be the…

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Philippines exploring deeper cooperation with Taiwan to protect undersea cables

The Philippines is exploring deeper cooperation with Taiwan on protecting undersea cables and addressing "gray-zone" activity, despite Manila's one-China policy, which recognizes Beijing and not Taipei, a Philippine…

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Divide and conquer? Teodoro says China meddling with Philippine politics

Defense Secretary Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro on Thursday said China is already meddling with Philippine politics as more Filipinos turn against each other.

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QC gov't earmarks P36M for cancer control

The Quezon City government has earmarked P36 million for cancer control in 2027 to bolster the city's Integrated Cancer Control Ordinance (QCICCO).

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Witness says he saw Zaldy Co give Martin Romualdez clothes, not maleta

Prosecution witness Police Major Ermelo Dichoso Jr., a former security detail of ex-Rep. Zaldy Co of Ako Bicol party-list, testified Thursday that Co gifted ex-Speaker and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez with clothes.

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SolGen to seek partial reconsideration of SC ruling on past budgets

The Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) said Thursday it would seek clarification and partial reconsideration of certain parts of the Supreme Court (SC) decision which declared as unconstitutional the national budget…

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Witness: Cash deliveries to Zaldy Co could reach over P1 billion

A prosecution witness on Thursday said he delivered "commitment fees" or kickbacks amounting to over P1 billion to former House appropriations panel chairperson Zaldy Co of Ako Bicol party-list in eight instances.

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BPI's TG Limcaoco, Ginbee Go to take key leadership roles in April 2027

BPI's TG Limcaoco, Ginbee GThe Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) on Thursday announced key leadership changes taking effect next year, with president and chief executive officer Jose Teodoro “TG” Limcaoco set to…

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DFA: Chinese Embassy's recent remarks undermine efforts on bilateral relations

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Thursday called out the Chinese Embassy in Manila for its recent social media posts, which the agency said affect mutual trust and confidence and severely undermine efforts to…

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Marcos urges LGUs to improve programs for constituents

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday urged local government units (LGUs) to continue improving their programs to better serve their constituents.

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EXPLAINER: Who is Zofia Canlas, the new head of Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor?

Zofia Calnas made headlines for being a 27-year old fresh graduate who was named the new chief of the Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor (PCUP) -- but who is she?

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Batanes, Cagayan feel impact of Typhoon Rosal

Despite weakening, Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi) still affected part of northern Luzon on Thursday.

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NGCP: Visayas grid on red, yellow alerts on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026

The Visayas grid will be placed on red and yellow alert status on Thursday, October 22, 2026, due to the unavailability of power plants in the region and limited power imports from Mindanao.

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9 injured in fire at Buglasan Festival in Dumaguete

Nine people were injured after a fire broke out at one of the booths at the Buglasan Festival in Dumaguete City on Wednesday evening.

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No more taking out the trash at your Airbnb as guest, host rules tightened

The days of having to take out the trash or wash the dishes before leaving an Airbnb are numbered as the short-term rental platform is tightening rules on what conditions hosts may impose on guests.

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BIR files complaints vs. 2 firms over P45 million in unpaid taxes

The Bureau of Internal Revenue said it has filed two complaints with the Department of Justice against two corporations due to P45 million in tax liabilities for taxable years 2017 and 2018.

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DICT's Almirol denies conflict of interest involving his old firm

Suspended Undersecretary David Almirol said that it was Multisys that belatedly filed its General Information Sheet before the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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Barclays bank to cut about 5,000 jobs amid AI drive

Barclays announced it will cut around 5,000 jobs, or roughly 5% of its global workforce, by the end of 2026 in an AI efficiency drive, alongside an update that its net profit grew 13% in Q3.

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Peso weakens to P63.52:$1, the 30th record low of 2026

The Philippine peso depreciated further against the US dollar on Thursday to mark its 30th record low so far this year, amid inflationary concerns as global oil prices continue to increase.

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BSP hikes rates by 50 basis points amid expected inflation, El Niño effects

The Bangko Sentral on Thursday decided to implement a jumbo rate hike, extending its tightening streak for the fourth straight meeting, as it expects inflation to remain high through 2027.

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BPI debit cards to be temporarily unavailable on October 24

Clients of the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) will temporarily be unable to use their debit cards during select hours starting early Saturday morning, October 24, as the lender will undergo system maintenance…

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The fake commute: How China's unemployed save face

BEIJING/HONG KONG - A photo of a home-cooked lunch almost exposed Coco Li's secret.

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Shark nicknamed 'Bukangi' foils rescue attempts, returns to South Korean canal

SEOUL - A shark that South Korean authorities spent hours guiding into the open sea has swum back into a canal in the port city of Busan, eluding a net that was meant to prevent her return.

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ICC: Delivering justice for the world's worst crimes

The ICC, on the outskirts of The Hague, was set up in 2002 to try people accused of the world's worst crimes--war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide.

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International Criminal Court wins EU's 2026 Sakharov prize

The International Criminal Court and its officials won the EU's 2026 Sakharov human rights prize, less than two weeks after former ICC Judge Navi Pillay was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

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France reports first human Shamonda virus case

French health authorities said they had detected the Shamonda virus usually affecting livestock in a human for the first time in a patient who later died.

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Taiwan issues land warning ahead of arrival of powerful Typhoon Champi

TAIPEI - Taiwan issued a land warning on Thursday ahead of the arrival of powerful Typhoon Champi (Rosal in the Philippines) and canceled more than 100 flights, with the storm expected to brush past the island's…

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Filipino killed in intercepted drone attack near Saudi oilfield

A Filipino died in an intercepted drone attack targeting an oilfield facility in Saudi Arabia, the Reuters news agency reported, quoting the country's energy ministry.

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World on track for 2.6C warming this century: UN report

Global commitments to cut planet-heating emissions are falling far short of the Paris climate goals and put the world on course for 2.6C warming this century, the UN warned Wednesday.

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One killed, 8 injured in Dammam airport attack: Saudi aviation authority

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - An attack targeting the King Fahd International Airport in eastern Saudi Arabia's Dammam killed one person and injured eight others Wednesday evening, the kingdom's civil aviation authority said.

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Ukraine's Zelenskyy hopes for new talks with Russia, US by early November

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday that Ukraine supported a US proposal for three-way talks with Russia and the United States at the level of negotiators to be held as soon as possible, preferably no later…

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Pope Leo will not need further cancer treatment, doctors say

VATICAN CITY - Pope Leo will not need any further therapy after undergoing lung cancer surgery last week, his doctors said on Wednesday, indicating that his tumor had not spread.

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Pope Leo takes to popemobile for first time since cancer surgery

VATICAN CITY - Pope Leo returned to St. Peter's Square on Wednesday, waving to pilgrims and blessing babies from his open-air popemobile as he held his first general audience at the Vatican since undergoing lung cancer…

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Explosion injures four people in Greek capital

Two police officers and two members of the public were injured in an explosion at a building in central Athens, Greek police said on Wednesday.

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Millions of hacking attempts as companies, governments rush to patch PHP flaws

Global firms and governments rushed to patch critical flaws in the PHP programming language that underpins much of the internet, as a cloud firm reported millions of hacking attempts

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OpenAI says its AI agents disabled their own safety monitors

WASHINGTON, United States - OpenAI has revealed that two of its artificial intelligence agents disabled or weakened systems built to catch them misbehaving, with one later denying it had done so.

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Nearly all coral reefs risk collapse in 50 years --IUCN

Nearly all of the world's shallow-water coral reefs face an extremely high risk of collapse by 2075 due to climate change, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) warned.

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The cost of being okay

In the Philippines, mental healthcare is not just something Filipinos pay for when they get sick, but rather a recurring cost that must be balanced against food, utilities, and other necessities.

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Feared extinct, Bangka slow loris primate rediscovered in Indonesia

The Bangka slow loris is one of Earth's most exotic primates, a slow-moving tree dweller that happens to be venomous. It was listed as critically endangered and possibly extinct, last scientifically documented in the…

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MPL: Aurora Gaming, Team Falcons near grand finals after separate upper bracket semis wins

Aurora Gaming and Team Falcons are on the brink of a grand finals appearance and an M8 World Championship ticket after separate victories in the upper bracket semifinals on Thursday at the PhilSports Arena.

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PVL: Farm Fresh completes reverse sweep vs. Choco Mucho

Farm Fresh completed a reverse sweep against Choco Mucho, winning 20-25, 26-28, 25-23, 25-23, 15-13 in the PVL All-Filipino Conference on Thursday at the Mall of Asia Arena.

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NCAA: LPU beats Arellano, extends win streak to three

Lyceum of the Philippines University defeated Arellano University, 62-57, to extend its winning streak to three games and close out the crossover phase of the NCAA Season 102 men"s basketball tournament.

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Bennie Boatwright nears completion of naturalization process, takes PH Oath of Allegiance

Bennie Boatwright moved a step closer to completing his naturalization process after taking the Philippine Oath of Allegiance.

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Para table tennis duo Manginsay, Redulla bag silver in Asian Para Games

The Philippine pair of Lhey Marie Manginsay and Jan Wilfred Redulla bagged the silver medal in the mixed doubles XD17 event of the 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan on Thursday.

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Alex Eala falls short against Diana Shnaider, exits Ningbo Open in Round of 16

Alexandra Eala fell short against world No. 13 Diana Shnaider, losing 7-5, 6-4, in the Round of 16 of the Ningbo Open in China on Thursday.

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NBA stars in new threads this season: LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and others

Major moves have shaken up the NBA, with some stars now sporting new jerseys as the league tips off its new season.

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PVL: Nxled beats Galeries Tower for third straight win

Nxled notched its third straight win after defeating Galeries Tower, 25-16, 22-25, 25-17, 25-19, in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab series on Thursday at the Mall of Asia Arena.

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NBA: Darius Garland's 30 points propel Clippers past Kings

Darius Garland scored 30 points, Brook Lopez added 17 points with 11 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers moved on from a tumultuous offseason to earn a 121-96 victory over the visiting Sacramento Kings in the season…

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NBA: Damian Lillard shines in return to Blazers during rout of Suns

Damian Lillard made six 3-pointers and scored 25 points in his first game in nearly 18 months and the Portland Trail Blazers opened the game with 21 consecutive points en route to a 124-83 dismantling of the visiting…

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LIVE UPDATES: Alex Eala vs Diana Shnaider at the Ningbo Open Round of 16

Alexandra Eala will face world No. 13 Diana Shnaider in the second round of the Ningbo Open on Thursday.

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NBA: Luka Doncic, Lakers open with dominant win vs. Stephen Curry, Warriors

Luka Doncic scored 28 points and Walker Kessler added 26 on 12-of-12 shooting in his Los Angeles debut as the Lakers routed the visiting Golden State Warriors 127-105 on Wednesday in the season opener for both teams.

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NBA: Rockets' dominant second quarter sinks Mavs in season opener

Kevin Durant scored 30 points, Alperen Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr. combined for 53, and the Houston Rockets rolled to a 128-110 victory over the visiting Dallas Mavericks in the teams' season opener Wednesday night.

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Alex Eala faces world No. 13 Diana Shnaider in Ningbo Open second round

Alexandra Eala will face world No. 13 Diana Shnaider in the second round of the Ningbo Open on Thursday.

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NBA: Tyrese Haliburton scores 23 in return as Pacers edge Pelicans

Pascal Siakam scored 30 points and Tyrese Haliburton paired 23 points with 12 assists in his return to the NBA as the Indiana Pacers defeated the host New Orleans Pelicans 123-120 in both teams' season opener on…

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NBA: Ty Jerome puts up career-best 45 points as Grizzlies stomp Jazz

Ty Jerome scored a career-high 45 points, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a 123-103 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz on Wednesday in the opening game of the season for both teams.

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Ongcoy's Asian Para Games bronze overturned, but remains proud of performance

After initially placing third on Wednesday, Cyril Cloyd Ongcoy was relegated to fourth place after a jury overturned a para athlete"s disqualification in the men"s 1500m T12/T13 final at the 2026 Asian Para Games.

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NBA: Raptors open season with romp past Bulls

Immanuel Quickley, Scottie Barnes and Kawhi Leonard scored a game-high 23 points apiece as the Toronto Raptors rolled to a 135-92 victory over the visiting Chicago Bulls in the season opener for both teams on Wednesday.

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WNBA: Dream use second-half rout of Valkyries to take 2-1 Finals lead

Angel Reese had 21 points and 12 rebounds to help the Atlanta Dream cruise to a 97-71 victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Wednesday night, giving them a 2-1 lead in the WNBA Finals.

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NBA scores today: Wolves vs Heat, Lakers vs Warriors, and more

Here are the scores of the NBA games held on Wednesday, October 21 (US time). Wolves vs Heat, Lakers vs Warriors, Rockets vs Mavs, and more.

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NBA: Anthony Edwards erupts for 45, Wolves spoil Giannis Antetokounmpo's Heat debut

Anthony Edwards scored 45 points as he and the Minnesota Timberwolves spoiled Giannis Antetokounmpo's debut with the Miami Heat in an emphatic 131-106 season-opening win Wednesday night.

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NBA: Grayson Allen, Naz Reid power Hornets past Nets

Grayson Allen scored 21 points off the bench while Naz Reid totaled 20 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists as the duo made a strong first impression for their new team as the Charlotte Hornets earned a 110-103 victory…

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NBA: Nickeil Alexander-Walker's late baskets key Hawks' win over Magic

Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 31 points and hit a pair of clutch 3-pointers in the final two minutes to help the visiting Atlanta Hawks defeat the Orlando Magic 132-125 on Wednesday in the season opener for both teams.

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NBA: Anthony Davis scores 34 as Wizards ride 21-2 run to beat Bucks

Anthony Davis scored 34 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 128-116 victory over the visiting Milwaukee Bucks in the teams' season opener Wednesday night.

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NBA: Luka Doncic promises Lakers fans: No excuses; No nights off

Luka Doncic is the undisputed face of the Los Angeles Lakers now, following LeBron James' departure, and promised the fans that the team is ready to make a serious charge to an NBA title.

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MPL: Aurora Gaming denies Smart Omega in marathon play-in series

Defending world champion Aurora Gaming avoided a major blunder after surviving the gritty Smart Omega, 3-2, in the MPL Philippines Season 18 play-ins on late Wednesday.

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GMA Network programs, personalities recognized at ALTA Media Icon Awards 2026

Several GMA Network programs and personalities were recognized at the ALTA Media Icon Awards 2026 organized by the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA.

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Vince Maristela proud of first queer pageantry experience on 'It's Showtime'

Vince Maristela recently went viral after joining the "Miss Q and A: Reyna ng Talak-Era Celebrity Edition" segment of "It's Showtime" as Disney Vincess Maristela Araneta Siguion Reyna.

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Mika Salamanca waiting for God's sign before taking relationship with Will Ashley to next level

Mika Salamanca is leaving her love life in God"s hands as she waits for a sign before deciding whether to take her relationship with Will Ashley to the next level.

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Sanya Lopez reveals she and non-showbiz BF have talked about marriage

Sanya Lopez has revealed that she and her non-showbiz boyfriend have already discussed marriage.

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David Chua reveals 'girlfriend' Sophia Moretti is AI-generated character

Actor-director David Chua has revealed that his supposed girlfriend, Sophia Moretti, is an artificial intelligence (AI)-generated character created as part of a social media experiment.

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Bimby Aquino, nagdeklarang 'di iiwan ang Kuya Josh niya

Inihayag ni Bimby Aquino na dapat tanggap din ng babaeng pakakasalan niya ang kaniyang kuya na si Josh, na nasa autism spectrum.

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Donna Cruz recalls being nervous for DoReMi reunion at Regine Velasquez's concert

Donna Cruz shared how nervous she and Mikee Cojuangco felt during their “DoReMi” reunion at Regine Velasquez"s recent concerts.

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BGYO to appear in 'Born to Shine' for third time

BGYO is returning to “Born to Shine” for the third time!

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Gong Yoo, Song Hye Kyo starrer 'Tantara' to premiere in December

“Tantara,” the series starring Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo, now has a release date.

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'Ella Arcangel' starring Bianca Umali to open QCinema International Film Festival 2026

The animated film “Ella Arcangel,” featuring Bianca Umali is set to open the QCinema International Film Festival 2026.

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Karylle joins cast of 'Die Beautiful: The Musical'

Karylle is joining the cast of “Die Beautiful: The Musical!”

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Manny Pacquiao gets mentioned in Marvel series 'VisionQuest'

Manny Pacquiao just got a mention in an episode of Marvel series “VisionQuest.”

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Julia Stiles brings '10 Things I Hate About You' cast together for Heath Ledger tribute

Julia Stiles brought the magic of "10 Things I Hate About You" to the "Dancing with the Stars" stage.

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'Glee' announces return, with Lea Michele reportedly reprising her role

It"s official: “Glee” is returning to our screens!

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Kris Aquino, isa sa mga guest ni Boy Abunda sa kaniyang birthday week

Sa pagdiriwang ni King of Talk Boy Abunda ng kaniyang kaarawan sa susunod na linggo, limang special episodes, at guests, ang mapapanood sa kaniyang GMA Afternoon Prime talk show na "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda."

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Claudine Barretto, nagsampa ng reklamong cyber libel vs Cristy Fermin at co-host na si Romel Villamor

Naghain nitong Martes si Claudine Barretto ng reklamong cyber libel laban kay Cristy Fermin at sa co-host nitong si Romel Chika o Romel Villamor sa National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).

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LOOK: Replica of Marvel's Infinity Gauntlet with real gems heads to auction in Abu Dhabi

The replica, created by East Continental Gems, contains six real gemstones: a ruby, garnet, sapphire, amethyst, emerald and yellow diamond. Each represents one of the Infinity Stones.

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RK Bagatsing shares what makes relationship with Jane Oineza work

RK Bagatsing shared the secret to his long-term relationship with Jane Oineza.

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Mariah Deborah makes history as first female OPM artist to enter Billboard Global Excl. US chart

Mariah Deborah is making herstory!

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Katrina Anne Johnson drops to 20th in Missosology's second Miss International 2026 hot picks

Philippine bet Katrina Anne Johnson dropped to 20th place in Missosology"s second hot picks for Miss International 2026.

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Miss Universe delegates from Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia react to non-participation

Ahead of the Miss Universe coronation event in November, controversies are piling up.

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EA shuts down BioWare, next 'Mass Effect' canceled

Electronic Arts (EA) is shutting down its subsidiary BioWare, marking the end of the studio behind popular video game franchises such as “Dragon Age,” “Mass Effect,” and “Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic.”

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Kuya Kim marks daughter Emman's 1st death anniversary

Kuya Kim Atienza marked the first death anniversary of his daughter, Emman Atienza.

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Bimby Aquino says he will only marry a girl who accepts brother Josh: 'I will take care of him'

Bimby Aquino said he will only marry a girl who wholeheartedly accepts his brother Josh.

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6 Asian delegates to skip Miss Universe 2026 amid franchise dispute

Representatives from Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Laos will not participate in the 75th Miss Universe Competition amid an ongoing dispute over franchise rights.

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Looking for a spooky night out? Here are 5 Halloween tours to try

From exploring historic landmarks to hearing ghost stories and local legends, there are plenty of after-dark experiences to try.

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