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26 na patay na aso at 3 pusa na naka-plastic, itinapon lang sa gilid ng kalsada sa Bulacan
Natagpuan ang naaagnas na mga labi ng 26 aso at tatlong pusa na nakasilid sa mga plastic bag at itinapon sa New Town Street sa Barangay Minuyan Proper sa San Jose del Monte City, Bulacan.
800 Pilipino, pinabalik ng pamahalaan ng Malaysia sa Pilipinas
Nakabalik na sa Pilipinas ang 800 Pilipinong ipinatapon mula sa Malaysia at agad na nakatanggap ng tulong mula sa pamahalaan pagdating nila sa Zamboanga City, ayon sa Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)…
GMA Network, nangakong maayos na aaksyunan ang insidenteng kinasangkutan ng isang production vehicle at isang aso
Nagbigay ng pahayag ang GMA Network tungkol sa insidente na kinasangkutan ng isang production vehicle nito at isang aso.
2 sakay ng motor, patay nang madaganan ng tumagilid na dump truck sa Negros Oriental; 9 sugatan
Dalawang sakay ng motorsiklo ang nasawi matapos silang madaganan ng tumagilid na dump truck sa Tanjay City, Negros Oriental. Siyam katao naman ang sugatan.
Bungo, nakitang nakatiwangwang sa butas na nitso sa Manila North Cemetery
Isang bungo ng tao na nakausli sa isang butas na nitso ang bumungad sa Manila North Cemetery sa pagdiriwang ng Undas.
Negosyong aesthetic at mabangong customized candles, nagliliwanag sa laki ng kita
Aakalaing mga tunay na bulaklak o panghimagas ang mga produktong kandila ng isang mommy dahil bukod sa aesthetic, mabango pa ang mga ito. Kaya naman ang kaniyang kita, paldo rin kada buwan.
Jay Costura, may nakita umanong mga 'espiritu' na pagala-gala sa set ng 'i-Listen'
Habang kinakapanayam ni Kara David si Jay Costura sa podcast na “i-Listen,” may kakaibang paghinga na narinig sa kanilang pag-uusap. Ang kilalang psychic, may nakita rin umanong mga espiritu na pagala-gala sa set.
Agawan umano sa pasahero ng 2 tricycle driver, nauwi sa suntukan
Nahuli-cam ang suntukan ng dalawang tricycle driver sa harap ng isang paaralan sa Laoag City sa Ilocos Norte.
Nation
PCSO Lotto Results: Lotto 6/42 bettor wins P10-M jackpot
A Lotto 6/42 bettor from Quezon province clinched the P10-million jackpot in Saturday night's draw, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said.
Undas 2026: Flooding hits Iloilo cemetery; flower prices surge in Cotabato
A day before All Saints" Day, Filipinos have begun visiting cemeteries across the country to pay their respects to departed loved ones, with some areas reporting flooding and higher flower prices ahead of the Undas…
PH, Germany sign climate resilience agreement
The Philippines and Germany have signed an agreement for a project that focused on bolstering cooperation for climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and low-carbon development.
Quiboloy counsel says Cendaña went beyond 'permitted commentary'
The counsel of detained preacher Apollo Quiboloy thumbed down Akbayan party-list Representative Percival "Perci" Cendaña free speech defense against the libel and cyber libel complaint that the religious leader filed…
72,000 people flock to Manila North Cemetery on Saturday afternoon
At least 72,000 people visited the Manila North Cemetery on Saturday afternoon, a day before All Saints" Day and All Souls" Day.
Undas 2026: PCG logs over 60K outbound, 54K inbound travelers on Saturday morning
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported that there were 60,411 outbound passengers and 54,291 inbound passengers across all ports nationwide on Saturday morning ahead of All Saint's Day 2026.
VP Sara, Velasco camps deny allegations of alias Chris
The camps of Vice President Sara Duterte and former House speaker Lord Allan Velasco have separately denied new allegations of cash deliveries.
DA: Nearly 1M Filipinos benefited from P20/kg rice in Sept. 2026
The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Saturday said almost 1 million Filipinos benefited from the Marcos administration's rice-for-all initiative last September.
NTC lauds mobile networks' readiness for Undas 2026
The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) on Saturday lauded readiness of the country's three major mobile network operators (MNOs) --DITO Telecommunity Corporation, Globe Telecoms Inc, and Smart Communications…
Nearly 9,000 visitors flock to Manila North Cemetery on Saturday morning for Undas 2026
Almost 9,000 people have already visited the Manila North Cemetery as of 10 a.m. on Saturday for Undas 2026, the Philippine National Police said.
PDP-Laban urges SC to swiftly resolve Duterte, Bato cases
Partido Demokratiko Pilipino Lakas ng Bayan (PDP LABAN) on Saturday issued an open letter to the Supreme Court of the Philippines, urging the high tribunal to immediately resolve the cases involving former President…
LOOK: Flowers laid for public personalities in Manila North Cemetery for Undas 2026
The Manila City government has laid flowers for several popular personalities, including former presidents of the Philippines, at the Manila North Cemetery for Undas 2026.
NCRPO on full alert for Undas 2026, no untoward incidents so far
The National Capital Region Police Office is now on full alert in preparation for the observance of Undas 2026 or All Saints" Day and All Souls' Day.
LIVE UPDATES: Undas 2026 (Oct. 31, 2026)
Here are the latest news and features as Filipinos prepare on Saturday, October 31, 2026, for the observance of All Saints' Day on November 1.
Truth Commission: Probe doctors who signed drug war death certificates
The Truth Commission wants five doctors who signed drug war death certificates investigated after alleged inconsistencies -- some bodies with gunshot wounds were deemed to have died from natural illnesses.
Rodrigo Duterte won't attend fifth ICC status conference ahead of trial
Former President Rodrigo Duterte will not attend the fifth status conference before the start of his crimes against humanity trial at the International Criminal Court (ICC) on November 30.
EXPLAINER: What happens when Rodrigo Duterte's ICC trial opens on Nov. 30?
The International Criminal Court"s (ICC) trial of former President Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity will open on November 30, with judges first asking him whether he admits guilt or pleads not guilty.
PITX: Bicol-bound bus trips continue despite Mayon eruption
Despite Mayon Volcano's eruption on Friday morning, bus trips bound for Bicol from the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) remain uninterrupted.
Manila Port tightens safety measures for Undas 2026 amid passenger surge
Tighter safety measures are being implemented at the Manila Port amid this year"s exodus for Undas, following a RoRo vessel that listed to its right in Real, Quezon, on Friday morning.
Regions
GMA Network offers support for recovery of dog hurt by production vehicle
GMA Network has acknowledged an incident involving a dog and one of its production vehicles, saying it has reached out to the pet"s owner to offer support and assistance.
Local tourists flock to Baguio for Undas break
Visitors made the most of the long weekend by traveling to Baguio City during the Undas break, with some also taking the opportunity to visit their departed loved ones ahead of Nov. 1 and 2.
Remains of 26 dogs, 3 cats found in plastic bags dumped along Bulacan roadside
Decomposing remains of 26 dogs and three cats were found sealed in plastic bags and dumped along New Town Street in Barangay Minuyan Proper, San Jose del Monte City, Bulacan.
4 rescued after being swept away by strong waves in La Union
Four people were rescued after being swept away by strong waves in San Fernando, La Union, the Coast Guard Station La Union said on Saturday.
8 rescued after motorbanca capsizes in Negros Occidental
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) rescued eight people after a motorbanca capsized off the coast of Pulupandan, Negros Occidental.
Recto hails convening of 1st elected Bangsamoro parliament
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto on Saturday hailed the convening of the first duly elected Bangsamoro Parliament, calling it a "defining moment" in the region's historical push toward lasting peace and genuine…
Code Blue Alert raised in Albay following Mayon Volcano eruption
Code Blue alert raised in Albay following Mayon Volcano eruption
Mayon evacuees receive DSWD food assistance as Alert Level 3 remains
Field personnel of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in Bicol region have started distributing boxes of food to residents displaced by the eruption of Mayon Volcano in Albay.
Over 700 families evacuate in Albay after Mayon Volcano eruption
More than 700 families were evacuated in some areas in Albay after Mayon Volcano erupted Friday, according to the Albay Provincial Information Office.
Mayon Volcano spews ash; Alert Level 3 prevails
Mayon Volcano in Albay had an ash emission from its summit crater on Saturday morning, a day after it erupted, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology.
Business
Peso weakness pushes PH debt to new record high of P19.66 trillion
The Philippines" sovereign debt piled up to a new historic high of P19.66 trillion as of the end of September, mostly driven by the peso"s weakness, which in turn raised the value of foreign currency-denominated…
Binance seeks to shore up confidence after record $6.3 billion heist
Binance, the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange, worked on Friday to shore up public confidence after a record $6.3 billion hack of its platform, promising it would cover all losses from company funds and allow…
Up to P1/liter diesel rollback, over P2/liter hike in gasoline expected next week
Mixed movements in fuel prices are expected to be implemented in the coming week.
Japan's beleaguered shoppers are a worry for convenience stores and the economy
TOKYO - Kana Sekiya, 43, used to shop near a train station in Tokyo on her way back home from work. Now she drives more than 30 minutes on weekends to a discount supermarket to buy groceries in bulk -- one of a growing…
World
Over 100 Filipino, Fil-Am runners gear up for New York City Marathon
More than 100 Filipino and Filipino American runners will participate in the New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 1, joining approximately 60,000 runners from around the world on a 26.2-mile course through the…
800 Filipinos deported from Malaysia arrive in PH
Eight hundred Filipino deportees from Malaysia have returned to the Philippines and have received immediate government assistance upon their arrival in Zamboanga City, the Department of Social Welfare and Development…
COP17: Nations commit to get nature goals back on track
Nearly 200 nations struck hard-fought agreements Friday at a UN biodiversity summit, but the outcome was accompanied by disappointment over missed opportunities to address humanity's destructive toll on nature.
62 Filipinos repatriated from Riyadh, more expected in coming days
Sixty-two more Filipinos have been repatriated to the Philippines from Saudi Arabia following a three-week suspension of flights between Manila and Riyadh amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Department of…
US approves $2.1 billion Patriot missile sale to Ukraine
The US State Department said on Friday it had approved the sale of 500 Patriot PAC-3 missiles to Ukraine for an estimated $2.1 billion, in what would be one of the most significant steps to supply defensive weapons to…
Pope Leo becomes first pontiff to cast ballot in US election
Pope Leo XIV cast a ballot by mail in the US midterm elections, the Vatican press office said on Friday, a historic first for the American-born pontiff.
Another weekend of protests expected in Italy, France, Spain; Filipinos warned
PRAGUE, Czech Republic - Philippine missions in Italy, France, and Spain have warned Filipino nationals anew to prioritize their safety and avoid areas where protests will take place this weekend, along with events for…
Meta settles with teen during trial testing claims social media caused depression, eating disorders
Meta Platforms has settled with a teen plaintiff who accused the company of designing Instagram and Facebook to be addictive, causing her mental health problems and disordered eating, attorneys for the plaintiff said on…
Sports
PBA: TNT boots out Magnolia, punches semifinals ticket
TNT unloaded a massive third quarter en route to a 98-87 win against Magnolia, completing a sweep of their best-of-three PBA Season 50 Governors' Cup quarterfinals on Saturday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
UAAP: La Salle ekes out OT win over Ateneo, claims solo third
De La Salle University eked out a 76-73 overtime victory over Ateneo de Manila University in the UAAP Season 89 men"s basketball tournament on Saturday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
PBA: NLEX ousts Phoenix, clinches first semis berth since 2022
NLEX closed out its quarterfinals bout against Phoenix in dominant fashion, pulling off a 137-89 thrashing in Game 3 of the best-of-five series on Saturday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
NCAA: What San Beda's Daniel Marcelo learned from his late grandpa and carried into the game
Daniel Marcelo turned in one of his best performances in a San Beda jersey on Thursday, tying his season-high with 16 points to lead the Red Lions past Mapua University, 61-57, in the NCAA Season 102 men"s basketball…
UAAP: NU bounces back, hands UST third straight loss
National University bounced back with a 75-71 victory over the University of Santo Tomas in the UAAP Season 89 men"s basketball tournament on Saturday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
What's next for Alex Eala after the Pan Pacific Open?
As the curtains fall on her Pan Pacific Open campaign, Alexandra Eala now turns her attention to the remaining challenges on her calendar in hopes to put a strong finish to her 2026 season.
NBA: Jamal Murray, Nuggets sink Suns with torrid 3-point shooting
Jamal Murray scored 39 points and made seven 3-pointers, Christian Braun had 29 points and a career-high seven 3-pointers, and the Denver Nuggets opened NBA Cup play with a 127-120 victory over the host Phoenix Suns on…
NBA: Warriors escape 25-point hole behind Stephen Curry's 31, top Lakers
Stephen Curry bombed in 31 points, the Golden State bench chipped in with 50 more and the Warriors exacted a measure of revenge from an opening-night loss with a 112-95 triumph over the Los Angeles Lakers in each team's…
NBA Scores today: Warriors vs Lakers, Suns vs Nuggets, 76ers vs Knicks, and other games
Here are the scores of the NBA games played on Friday, October 30 (US time).
NBA: Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving combine for 68 as Mavericks top Rockets
Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg combined for 68 points, and the Dallas Mavericks erased an 11-point second-half deficit to beat the visiting Houston Rockets 116-111 in an NBA Cup opener for both on Friday.
NBA: Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple-double leads Heat past Pacers
Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded a triple-double with 31 points, 17 rebounds and 10 assists Friday night to help the Miami Heat cruise to a 145-125 victory over the visiting Indiana Pacers in the teams' NBA Cup opener.
NBA: LaMelo Ball puts up 24 as Timberwolves race past slumping Clippers
LaMelo Ball scored 24 points and dished seven assists as the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away for a 127-101 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday in Minneapolis.
NBA: Desmond Bane, Magic avenge lopsided loss to Raptors
Desmond Bane scored 28 points and Franz Wagner finished with 26 points and 11 assists to lead the Orlando Magic to a 121-114 bounce-back win over the host Toronto Raptors on Friday night in the teams' NBA Cup opener.
NBA: Celtics win 4th straight, roll past Bulls in NBA Cup opener
Payton Pritchard scored a season-high 30 points off the bench, Jayson Tatum added 26 points, seven rebounds and seven assists, and the Boston Celtics beat the visiting Chicago Bulls 125-111 on Friday in the NBA Cup…
NBA: LeBron James' late effort helps 76ers push past Knicks
LeBron James converted a key putback and finished with 20 points, nine rebounds and eight assists as the Philadelphia 76ers nipped the visiting New York Knicks 98-93 on Friday in NBA Cup action.
NBA: Pistons blow game open in third quarter, keep Nets winless
Reserve Ron Holland II sparked a dominant third quarter with 12 of his season-high 18 points for the Detroit Pistons, who took control en route to a 110-94 victory over the winless Brooklyn Nets on Friday in New York in…
NBA: Anthony Davis leads new-look Wizards to win over anemic Hornets
Anthony Davis poured in 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds as the Washington Wizards whipped the visiting Charlotte Hornets 95-79 on Friday night.
NBA: Thunder's Chet Holmgren out 8-10 weeks
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren, who missed the past two games due to a sore right knee, will be sidelined the next eight to 10 weeks because of a small patellar tendon tear, the team announced Friday.
NBA: Ja Morant out four-plus weeks
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Ja Morant sustained a Grade 2 left hamstring strain during Thursday's loss to the Memphis Grizzlies and will miss at least four weeks.
WTA roundup: Diana Shnaider stages Tokyo comeback against Alex Eala
No. 3 seed Diana Shnaider of Russia rallied to reach the semifinals in Tokyo with a 2-6, 7-6 (5), 6-4 comeback win Friday against No. 8 Alexandra Eala of the Philippines at the Toray Pan Pacific Open.
Jalen Fonacier captures vacant UFC BJJ title
Filipino grappler Jalen Fonacier is now a UFC BJJ champion after defeating Brazil"s Kleber Barbosa to capture the vacant bantamweight title on Friday (Philippine time).
Alex Eala aiming to finish season with bang after Tokyo exit
TOKYO, Japan - Philippines sensation Alexandra Eala lost in the quarterfinals in Tokyo on Friday and said she had "high motivation" to finish her breakthrough season with a bang next week in Hong Kong.
Entertainment
Joyce Ching, isinilang na ang kaniyang ikalawang anak
Isinilang na ni Joyce Ching ang ikalawang anak nila ni Kevin Alimon. `
Shuvee Etrata on Anthony Constantino's 'PBB Colla 3.0' entry: 'This is your story now'
Shuvee Etrata admitted feeling nervous about Anthony Constantino's entry into the "Pinoy Big Brother Collab 3.0" house but said she was happy that more people would get to know him.
Bea Borres claps back at netizens calling her 'male-centered'
Bea Borres hit back at the netizens calling her "male-centered.”
Halloween 2026: Michelle Dee, Kyline Alcantara, more stars channel iconic movie characters, superheroes
Several Sparkle Stars went all out with their Halloween costumes this year, drawing inspiration from iconic movies, beloved fictional characters, superheroes, and even K-pop music videos.
Zara Larsson sports halo-halo inspired look in 'Midnight Sun' concert in Manila
Zara Larsson made sure to suitably glam up for her “Midnight Sun” concert in Manila!
Ate Gay's family shuts down death rumors: 'He continues to fight for his life'
The family of Ate Gay has denied reports circulating on social media claiming that he has passed away, clarifying that he is still alive.
Andrea Brillantes looks back on first GMA audition, acting project
Andrea Brillantes looked back on her early experiences with GMA Network, recalling how she auditioned for “Marimar” when she was only three or four years old.
Andrea Brillantes, nagsalita na tungkol sa umano'y naging hidwaan nila ni Bea Borres
Nagbigay na ng pahayag si Andrea Brillantes tungkol sa napapabalitang naging hidwaan nila ni Bea Borres.
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