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Pope ends France trip with tip for peace: Blunt ‘desire for domination’
Pope Leo XIV urged Europe on Monday to draw from its Christian roots and tradition of dialogue to blunt the “desire for domination” driving today’s wars, as he wrapped up a visit to France by recalling the forces that…
Why playing up the ‘newstalgia’ factor works
In a landscape where brands are constantly chasing trends, offering something new, or adding a twist to (or “elevating”) just about anything, nostalgia has a way of recalling what’s familiar and comforting. It’s what…
South Korea beats Japan for fifth straight Asian Games baseball gold
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 South Korea defeated Japan 3-1 in the baseball final at Toyohashi Municipal Stadium in Aichi Prefecture on Sunday, winning its fifth…
Asian Games: Lebanese sprinter carries diversity, peace message
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 Celebrated as “the fastest Lebanese woman in history,” Aziza Sbaity took to the track at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games despite…
Asian Games: Bahrain's veteran mother of 3 wins marathon gold
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 Bahrain’s Shitaye Habte, who has claimed gold in the women’s marathon at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, is a veteran runner and mother…
Central Visayas kasambahays to get P500 monthly wage increase
MANILA – Domestic workers or “kasambahays” in Central Visayas will see their monthly minimum wage rise by PHP500 starting October, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) said Monday. In a social media post, DOLE…
Failing to pay for beauty products in store, woman is arrested
A 23-year-old woman was arrested by security personnel and police after she was caught in flagrante delicto attempting to cart away beauty products valued at ₱5,499 from a mall drug store on Sunday morning, Sept. 27…
Asian Games 2026: Team Philippines’ schedule for September 29
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–Team Philippines looks to add another gold to its medal haul at the 2026 Asian Games, with several finals scheduled…
Lotto results for Sept. 28, 2026
Here are the lotto draw results of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) for Monday, Sept. 28, 2026. Check these out.
SB19’s next collab? A bill to support the creative economy
SB19 and Senator Bam Aquino discussed their dreams for a Philippine agency to support artists going abroad...
City administrator takes leave as Archival orders probe of procurement
City Administrator Albert Tan has stepped aside from his post and as chairman of the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) while Mayor Nestor Archival investigates complaints concerning the city’s procurement system....
Asian Games: Victory Bossong fastest in 800m heats, makes final
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines—Victoria Bossong made an impressive Asian Games debut for the Philippines, advancing to the women’s 800-meter final…
Romualdez files petition seeking bail in plunder case
MANILA — Leyte 1st District Rep. Martin Romualdez on Monday asked the Sandiganbayan to grant him temporary liberty while his plunder case is pending before the anti-graft court. Romualdez’s defense counsel Ade Fajardo…
Pope urges Europe to help combat 'deceit and lies' in int'l ties
METZ, France – Pope Leo XIV warned on Monday that relations between nations were becoming increasingly uncivilised with people boasting of “lies and deceit”, urging Europe to help break the cycle and foster respect in…
Legarda: PH should refuse to remain a mere climate change victim
MANILA, Philippines — The latest findings from the 2026 United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) report 1 confirm what Sen. Loren Legarda has long warned against: Global climate targets are falling drastically short…
Nesthy Petecio bows out of Asian Games, says family will carry legacy
NAGOYA—Nesthy Petecio left her third Asian Games without a medal on Monday. Still, the two-time Olympic medalist believes her family’s presence in Philippine boxing will continue long after she hangs up her gloves…
Bryan Bagunas thankful for support to Alas men after revelation
MANILA, Philippines–Bryan Bagunas and the Alas Pilipinas men were overwhelmed by the show of support from the Philippine volleyball community after he called out the lack of support ahead of the Asian Games, vowing to…
Philippines, Slovakia sign deal to boost labor ties
MANILA, Philippines—The Philippines and Slovakia on Monday established a Labor Consultation Mechanism to strengthen bilateral labor cooperation, including coordination on employment opportunities, recruitment procedures…
Wide-open Iloilo PGT stop gets going at old Sta. Barbara layout
MANILA, Philippines–With the last three Philippine Golf Tour legs decided by a combined margin of four strokes, the ICTSI Iloilo Golf Challenge seems to be no different with the familiar faces showing up on a course…
SB19 joins Aquino in crafting bill to protect Filipino artists
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Bam Aquino and Pinoy Pop group SB19 have crafted a bill to protect and aid Filipino artists, which will soon be filed in the Senate, Aquino said Monday. This comes the same day the Senate…
Drunk Mandaue traffic enforcer who took student's license fired
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — A traffic enforcer of the Traffic Enforcement Agency of Mandaue (TEAM) has been terminated after a video surfaced showing that he was drunk while apprehending a student motorist. The incident took…
Alex Eala turns to Asian Games women's doubles with Shaira Rivera
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala shifts her focus to the Asian Games 2026 tennis women’s doubles tournament Tuesday where she hits the…
Arkiteks United caps comeback with emphatic Aboitiz Cup win
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Arkiteks United closed out its return to the Aboitiz Football Cup in impressive fashion, blanking SportsGen International, 8-0, in the men’s open Division 2 on Sunday, September 27, at the…
Korean premium grapes set to enter the Philippine market through exclusive Manila launch
Korean premium grapes are making their way into the Philippine market as the aT Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation hosts the Korean Premium Grape Launching Show on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Solaire…
CESAFI FOOTBALL: USC, DBTC blank foes in Sunday matches
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Reigning champions University of San Carlos (USC) Warriors and Don Bosco Technical College (DBTC) Greywolves both blanked their respective opponents in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc…
EJ Obiena’s 2026 competition timeline and Asian Games outlook
MANILA, Philippines–Defending champion EJ Obiena enters the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games with the best mark by an Asian men’s pole vaulter this year and the Asian record. From Jan. 24 through Sept. 1, Obiena competed in 26…
VP Duterte trial: Gov't to better flag fishy procurement
The Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS) is developing new features to automatically flag possible collusion and unusually repetitive government contract awards....
Cebuana beach volley stars Rondina, Progella lead Asian Games PH charge
NAGOYA, Japan — Cebuana beach volleyball stars Sisi Rondina and Khylem Harl Progella helped power the Philippines into the quarterfinals of the women’s beach volleyball competition in the 2026 Asian Games on Monday…
Asian Games bronze fuels John Tolentino’s LA 2028 Olympics push
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 NAGOYA—Under the bright lights of the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium, John Cabang Tolentino did more than hurdle his way to a…
Asian Games: Madis, Aludo advance to women’s doubles Round of 16
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–Team Philippines’ Tenny Madis and Stefi Aludo rallied from a second-set deficit to beat Indonesia’s Anjali Junarto…
Asian Games: Carlo Paalam assured of boxing medal as Nesthy falls
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines — Carlo Paalam emerged as the last Filipino boxer fighting for a medal after advancing to the Asian Games 2026…
Alex Eala cruises into Asian Games quarterfinals after straight-sets win
Alex Eala needed less than an hour to send off Thailand’s Patcharin Cheapchandej, 6-1, 6-0, from the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan. The Filipina will next face Joanna Garland of Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinals…
Asian Games: Blu Girls rally past South Korea for first softball win
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–Charlotte Sales hit a go-ahead, three-run home run in the sixth inning as the Philippine Blu Girls rallied to beat…
Sugar groups push lower levy amid artificial sweetener tax hike
MANILA, Philippines — Industry stakeholders are pushing for higher taxes on sweetened beverages that use artificial or alternative sweeteners, while seeking lower taxes on beverages made with local sugar. Various sugar…
Asian Games: PH sepak takraw men secure bronze in men’s regu
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–The Philippine sepak takraw team wound up with a bronze medal in men’s regu of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games after…
Inside the Arena: Layson lays out vision for the next chapter of ArenaPlus
ArenaPlus has built strong brand recognition in the Philippine market, evidenced by the Best Sportsbook Operator awards it took home at the 2024 and 2026 SiGMA Asia Awards. That, however, is only the starting point for…
Asian Games: Sibol MLBB embraces pressure in gold quest
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–Sibol’s Mobile Legends: Bang Bang squad begins its Asian Games 2026 esports campaign Tuesday with a clear goal: win…
South Trading Post heads to Nuvali for its first-ever coffee festival, Brewvali
South Trading Post (STP), the premier pop-up community platform known for bringing together emerging local food concepts, curated secondhand fashion brands, and lifestyle creators, is brewing something new with its…
PSEi falls below 5,800 on renewed US-Iran fears
MANILA, Philippines — Local stocks fell below the 5,800 level on Monday as renewed tensions between the United States and Iran pushed global oil prices higher. The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi)…
Gehlee Dangca returns to PH after UNIS run, to pursue solo career
Former UNIS member Gehlee Dangca is returning to the Philippines to pursue opportunities as a solo artist following the conclusion of the K-pop girl group’s official activities. Dangca is set to arrive in the…
Enoveso wins SUGBU shootout title in tight contest
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Senior bowler Dory Enoveso outplayed a pair of younger contenders to capture the Sugbuanon Bowlers United (SUGBU) Shootout Tournament on Sunday, September 27, in the SM Seaside Bowling and…
Anne Curtis’ Dream Machine grants dreams of Puerto Princesa children
Small dreams can bring about big hopes and lasting light. This is the vision of actress, host mother, entrepreneur and children’s advocate Anne Curtis when she launched Dream Machine, her passion advocacy project, nine…
Airfares set to increase in October amid higher fuel surcharge
MANILA, Philippines — Travelers should brace for another round of steep airfare increases as airlines raise fuel surcharges to their highest level since May. In an advisory on Monday, the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB)…
Pope promises sex abuse victims in France prevention of more harm
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday told victims of clerical sex abuse he met in France that he was committed to preventing further harm, taking one in his arms in a moment the 80-year-old man described as "extraordinary"....
Asian Games: Sibol secures esports bronze for PH in Honor of Kings
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines — Sibol secured the Philippines’ second esports medal in the Asian Games, settling for the bronze in the Honor of…
Foodtok Food Fair brings Cebu’s local food finds to the spotlight at SM City Cebu
Local food entrepreneurs take center stage as the Foodtok Food Fair brings a flavorful showcase of homegrown food products to SM City Cebu, giving shoppers a chance to discover local MSMEs while supporting the…
Palace defends fare hike as balance between PUV drivers, commuters
Malacañang on Monday defended the government-approved increase in public utility vehicle (PUV) fares, saying it seeks to help transport workers cope with rising fuel prices without placing an excessive burden on…
Alex Eala kicks off Asian Games gold medal bid with rout of Thai foe
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines — The rain delay didn’t stop Alex Eala from dominating her first Asian Games 2026 match, routing Thailand’s…
5 Filipino seafarers return to PH after Strait of Hormuz incident
MANILA, Philippines—Five Filipino seafarers aboard the Antigua-flagged bulk carrier M/V Cape Dao returned to Manila on Sept. 27, four days after the vessel was damaged while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The…
Lapu-Lapu stuns Mandaue with winning triple in Governor’s Cup opener
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The opening games of the Governor’s Cup Under-18 Basketball Tournament 2026 lived up to their lofty billing, with the teams serving up tightly contested games on Sunday night, September 27, in…
Visayan Electric applies ERC price safeguards, bringing relief and lower September rates to consumers
CEBU CITY, Philippines – September 28, 2026 — Residential customers of Visayan Electric with an average monthly consumption of 200 kWh will see a ₱0.07 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) reduction in their September electricity…
Pope blasts assisted dying as ‘false compassion’ in visit to Lourdes
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday condemned the legalization of medically assisted death as immoral “false compassion,” reaffirming Catholic teaching on the sanctity of life during a visit to Lourdes, the French shrine associated…
Macalintal urges SC to stop BSKE deferral
MANILA, Philippines — Election lawyer Romulo Macalintal has filed a fresh legal challenge before the Supreme Court (SC), seeking to declare Republic Act 12326 unconstitutional and stop the postponement of the Barangay…
XPENG North EDSA brings VIPs closer to Anne Curtis and XPENG at official brand launch ahead of October store opening
XPENG North EDSA brought its VIP customers, partners, and invited guests to the official XPENG Philippines Brand Launch at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, giving them an exclusive first-hand experience of the brand’s…
P42 wage hike in Central Visayas 'not enough' - labor groups
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Labor groups in Central Visayas have criticized the newly approved ₱42 minimum wage increase, saying the adjustment remains insufficient amid rising prices of basic goods and other household…
Senate lauds SB19 for Lollapalooza 2026 performance
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate on Monday commended Pinoy pop boy group SB19 for its performance at the Lollapalooza Music Festival in Chicago. Senate Resolution No. 545 was unanimously approved, congratulating and…
Pope arrives in French border city to speak on united Europe
METZ, France – Pope Leo on Monday arrived in a French border city to speak on the future of Europe, giving a distinctly political dimension to a landmark visit to France that has sparked scenes of spiritual jubilation…
Transport strike: Class suspension to be considered in Cebu City
Cebu City has not suspended face-to-face classes for Sept. 29 to 30 despite a planned transport strike. ...
LIVE: Alex Eala vs Patcharin Cheapchandej - Asian Games 2nd round
Alex Eala opens her Asian Games 2026 campaign in the second round vs Patcharin Cheapchandej of Thailand on September 28, Monday, not before 4:15pm at Indoor Court C. LIVE UPDATES: Alex Eala vs Patcharin Cheapchandej…
TOPRANK produces Top 1 and majority of Nursing Board Exam Topnotchers
TOPRANK Review Academy, a nationwide network of review centers, produced the Top 1 passer and majority of the nursing board exam topnotchers in the recently released August-September 2026 Philippine Nurses Licensure…
Secret revealed: Carlos Yulo, Chloe San Jose, 9 months engaged
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo and his longtime girlfriend, internet personality Chloe San Jose finally revealed their engagement to the public after keeping the relationship milestone private since Dec. 18…
Netanyahu made unannounced visit to UAE – Israeli media
JERUSALEM — Israeli media reported on Sunday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had made an unannounced visit to the United Arab Emirates to meet with the Gulf state’s leader. TV channels 12 and KAN as well as the…
Alex Eala’s Asian Games opener moved indoors after rain delay
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala’s opening match at the Asian Games 2026 women’s singles tennis tournament has been delayed and moved…
‘Be kind,' netizens rally behind artist of viral Alex Eala statue
“If we have nothing good to say, just keep it to ourselves :((“ Filipino actress and singer Ashtine Olviga called out netizens who made fun of an Alex Eala statue after the creator and owner apologized because some…
From Cebu to London: Pastry Chef Gerard Apurado carves his own path
Chef Jose Gerard Patrick Apurado, known as Chef Gerard, is now Head Pastry Chef at Naya Mayfair in London and a finalist in the Hospitality category of the 2026 Forty Under 40 UK Awards. The recognition marks a new…
VP Sara, husband have 51 firearms, witness says
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Manases “Mans” Carpio, have more than 50 firearms registered under their names, a witness told the Senate impeachment court on Monday. Maj. Jerickson…
Palawan Group drives operational excellence at Leaders’ Bootcamp
The Palawan Group of Companies continues to invest in one of its most important drivers of sustainable growth: its people. The organization recently held its Leaders’ Bootcamp with the theme “Ignite the Future: Siklab…
Sculptures honoring N. Korean soldiers to be erected in Vietnam
Sculptures honoring North Korean soldiers who fought in the Vietnam War are set to be installed in Hanoi, Pyongyang’s state media reported Monday. A ceremony unveiling the monument’s foundation plaque was held Friday at…
Asian Games: PH sepak takraw women reach historic gold-medal match
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–The Philippine sepak takraw team advanced to the gold medal match in women’s doubles of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian…
PNP: Ex-cop who claimed to deliver money to Duterte was Velasco aide
MANILA, Philippines— PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. confirmed that dismissed patrolman Rodulfo Gracioso Jr. previously served as part of former House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco’s security detail. “He…
PNVF, Frank Lao apologize after Alas men raise support concerns
MANILA, Philippines–After Bryan Bagunas and other Alas Pilipinas men’s volleyball players raised concerns over a lack of support, the Philippine National Volleyball Federation took accountability, apologizing to the…
Haze in Singapore: Air quality returns to moderate levels
SINGAPORE – Air quality across Singapore was back to moderate levels early on Sept 28, after it rose to the unhealthy range a day earlier. At 6am on Sept 28, the 24-hour PSI reading for the central region was 80…
Burst of color at Miss Asia Pacific International costume contest
Colors filled Mactan Shrine in Lapu-Lapu City on Sunday evening, Sept. 27, when the delegates of the 2026 Miss Asia Pacific International pageant showcased their cultures on stage. The international pageant’s National…
Carlos Yulo, Chloe San Jose bare December proposal with two engagement rings
Singer-content creator Chloe San Jose and two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo have revealed that they have been engaged since December 2025. The couple shared the news in a vlog posted on Monday, Sept. 28, where…
Taylor Swift sets new record at MTV VMAs
LOS ANGELES, United States — Taylor Swift is having another good year — just months after her lavish wedding to Travis Kelce, the pop superstar on Sunday made history by becoming the most awarded artist at the MTV Video…
Mendero Group expands healthcare reach in Northern Cebu with new radiology center, mobile clinic
Mendero Medical Center – Cebu launched its new Mendero Radiology Center and Mobile Clinic on September 25, 2026 in Consolacion, Cebu, expanding its diagnostic and community healthcare services for patients in Northern…
Pope Leo blasts assisted dying as ‘false compassion’ at Lourdes
LOURDES, France — Pope Leo XIV on Sunday condemned the legalization of medically assisted death as immoral “false compassion,” reaffirming Catholic teaching on the sanctity of life during a visit to Lourdes, the French…
Asian Games: Alas men lose to China, out of volleyball medal race
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines — Embattled Alas Pilipinas men’s team bowed out of medal contention in the Asian Games 2026 volleyball after…
When love teams move on, can fans do the same?
Few things in the Philippine entertainment industry are as powerful as a love team. Put two actors together, give them a few scenes, a catchy tandem name, a fandom, and enough projects to make it difficult to imagine…
Asian Games: Alas women duos reach beach volley quarterfinals
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines — Alas Pilipinas women’s beach volleyball squads marched into the Asian Games quarterfinals on Monday at Hekinan…
Impeachment Trial: Prosecution, defense clash anew over VP Sara’s bank records
MANILA, Philippines — The House prosecution and defense panels clashed anew Monday over the prosecution’s bid to admit Vice President Sara Duterte’s bank records as evidence in her impeachment trial. On the 30th day of…
Australian woman cheered after admitting she helped ill husband die
BRISBANE — A woman who faced a potential life sentence after giving her terminally ill husband a lethal combination of drugs walked out of court to cheers on Monday after being sentenced to a suspended jail term. Kylie…
Archival: 2-year BSKE extension gives barangay officials ‘time to prove’
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Mayor Nestor Archival said the two-year extension of barangay officials’ terms would give those who had yet to prove their performance in public service “more time to do so.” Kenneth Siasar…
Asian Games: PH sepak takraw assured of 2 bronze medals
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–The Philippine sepak takraw team is assured of at least two bronze medals after securing semifinal berths in…
American tourist killed in Panglao bar brawl
TAGBILARAN CITY — A 63-year-old American tourist died after he was allegedly struck with a chair during a fistfight at a bar in Panglao, Bohol, late Saturday. Sept. 27, police said. The victim, identified by his alias…
New PUV rates set by LTFRB effective Sept. 28
MANILA, Philippines – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has announced new fares for public utility vehicles (PUVs) effective Monday, covering traditional and modern jeepneys, city and…
Nepal: Two bodies recovered from Himlung avalanche site
Two bodies have been recovered from the site of an avalanche that struck the Himlung Himal area of Manang on Sunday morning, but the victims have not yet been identified. Fourteen people were reported missing in the…
Bad weather stalls recovery of Philippine car sales
MANILA, Philippines — Local car sales sputtered again in August as inclement weather disrupted the recovery seen in June and July, with overall sales falling by nearly 18.1 percent. The Philippines sold 29,611 vehicles…
Taylor Swift becomes most-awarded artist in MTV VMAs history
NEW YORK — Taylor Swift broke records at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, as she is known to do. The pop powerhouse received the inaugural Artist Director Honors on Sunday night, becoming the most-awarded artist in VMA…
BIR suspends tax on LPG, kerosene
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has officially renewed the suspension of excise taxes on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and kerosene following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s order for a…
Seoul seeks apology after Ukraine reveals transfer of North Korean POWs
SEOUL — South Korea’s presidential office has demanded an apology from Ukraine for denying an agreement to keep the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war to Seoul confidential. The row was ignited by Ukrainian…
Diesel prices to drop P7 per liter—DOE
MANILA, Philippines — Motorists will enjoy a reprieve after three straight weeks of price increases, as expensive fuel products will decline by up to P7.57 per liter starting tomorrow. Rino Abad, director of the…
CERA calls for lifting of coal-fired plant ban in Negros, Bohol
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – The ongoing ban on coal-fired power plants in the provinces of Negros and Bohol is seen as “pushing the interconnected Visayas grid to the brink.” The Cebu Energy Rights Advocates (CERA) said that…
Katrina Halili, Kris Lawrence reveal they are officially back together
Love is sweeter the second time around for Katrina Halili and Kris Lawrence, as they revealed that they are officially back together. The couple confirmed their relationship status in the latest episode of their vlog…
Trump offered to sell arms to China: US ambassador to Fox News
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump offered to sell arms to Beijing in response to concern over weapons sales to Taiwan, the US ambassador to China said in a Fox News interview that aired Sunday. China claims Taiwan…
John Arcilla, Xyriel Manabat lead CinePanalo 2026 acting nominees
John Arcilla and Xyriel Manabat lead the acting nominees for the 2026 CinePanalo Film Festival, as established stars and emerging performers vie for the festival’s top performance awards. Festival director Chris Cahilig…
Former UNIS member Gehlee Dangca returns to the Philippines, embarks on new chapter as solo artist
After three years of living and pursuing her dreams in South Korea, Filipina singer and former UNIS member Gehlee Dangca is coming home to the Philippines on September 29 to embark on an exciting new chapter in her…
LIVE: VP Sara Duterte Impeachment Day 30
The Senate resumes the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday, September 28, as senators continue deliberations in the historic trial. Follow CDN Digital’s live coverage below for the…
LOOK: Miss Asia Pacific International 2026 Nat’l Costume Competition
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Culture took center stage as candidates of Miss Asia Pacific International 2026 brought the colors, craftsmanship, and traditions of their home countries to the National Costume Competition on…
Siomai Festival: 7,000 people show up, no major incident logged - cops
CEBU CITY, Philippines — An estimated 7,000 people gathered for the Siomai Festival in Barangay Tisa, Cebu City on Saturday, September 26, as police and partner agencies maintained security and traffic measures…
Raccoons spread into Japanese cities as farm damage mounts
Raccoon damage is rising sharply across Japan, with agricultural losses nearing 700 million yen ($4.4 million) a year as the invasive species expands into cities as well as rural areas. Damage to agricultural crops…
CESAFI: UV shows championship form in win over UC
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The University of the Visayas (UV) Green Lancers reminded the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) why they are the league’s four-peat defending champions. UV overpowered its…
Man arrested after riding jet ski through Bangkok floods
BANGKOK – Thai police in Bangkok’s Makkasan sub-district have arrested and charged a man with causing a nuisance after a jet ski ride on Bangkok’s flooded New Phetchaburi Road. Police planned to bring the rider before a…
Hit-and-run incident in Lapu-Lapu: 8-year-old boy, dad, companion hurt
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — An 8-year-old boy, his father, and their female companion were injured after an SUV plowed into them from behind as they were walking at the side of the road in Barangay Marigondon, Lapu-Lapu City…
PH delegation joined walkout during Netanyahu UN speech, DFA confirms
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine delegation joined a walkout when Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered his speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)…
Paddles, power, and teamwork take center stage as more than 1,000 paddlers join NUSTAR's second Dragon Boat Regatta
NUSTAR Resort Cebu, the first and only integrated resort in the Visayas and Mindanao, recently hosted the second edition of its Dragon Boat Regatta, with the support of the Department of Tourism (DOT), Philippine Sports…
Two giant pandas, emblems of China soft diplomacy, arrive in US
WASHINGTON — Two giant pandas sent by China arrived in the United States on Sunday, Beijing and the Atlanta zoo said, after a leaders’ summit that was heavy on symbolism and light on major breakthroughs. The bears’…
Long breaks ahead: 4-day Christmas, 5-day New Year holidays in 2026
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Filipinos can look forward to four-day and five-day holiday breaks before the end of 2026, with Christmas Day falling on a Friday and New Year’s Day also landing on a Friday. This allows workers…
Japan: 100,000 carp swept away by flooding in Chiba after typhoon
Around 100,000 Nishikigoi ornamental carp ready for sale were swept away after heavy rain caused by a typhoon breached some levees at a lake in Chiba Prefecture near Tokyo, it has been revealed as authorities assess the…
Riyadh schools adopt remote learning for a week
RIYADH — Parents across Riyadh received messages from schools on Sunday announcing a last-minute plan to shift to remote learning for a week, according to messages seen by AFP. “We have just been informed by Saudi…
Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic announces resignation
BELGRADE — Serbia’s long-time populist President Aleksandar Vucic resigned Sunday to run for prime minister in October snap elections after nearly two years of student-led protests that had been pressing for just such a…
MTV VMAs: Nirvana is awarded the 2026 Video Vanguard Award
NEW YORK — If the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards felt too pop-heavy for some viewers, that was interrupted by the coveted Video Vanguard Award being awarded to Nirvana. “They were completely original and always fearless at…
Deniece Cornejo, Cedric Lee, two others set to be released from jail
Former model Deniece Cornejo is set to be released from detention after the Court of Appeals ordered her immediate release in connection with the serious illegal detention case filed by actor and television host Vhong…
Cebu to see scattered rains, thunderstorms due to ITCZ
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms are expected over Cebu due to the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), the state weather bureau said Monday, September 28. In its daily…
Filipino analog astronauts meet with Marcos
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino analog astronauts recently met with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., who once dreamed of becoming an astronaut. During the meeting, Marcos vowed to support the country’s space program. The…
‘About Us But Not About Us’ to return on stage for one last time
In 2022, film director and writer Jun Robles Lana stunned audiences with his raw and intimate storytelling of ‘About Us But Not About Us.’ Its exploration of grief, identity, and manipulation drew widespread acclaim…
Ben&Ben unveils ‘Nine’: Nine souls, one shared journey, and songs that feel like home
Comforting camping vibes paired with familiar melodies that have accompanied us through so many of life’s moments, warmed our hearts once again. Every note felt like coming home, and every new track is better than we…
LIVE UPDATES: Sara Duterte impeachment trial | Sept. 28, 2026
MANILA, Philippines – Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte may take the witness stand on Monday as the House prosecution panel seeks to establish the alleged unexplained wealth of his sister, Vice President Sara…
Impeachment Trial Day 30: Baste Duterte may be called as witness
MANILA, Philippines — Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte may take the witness stand on the 30th day of his sister Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial before the House of Representatives. The House…
Madonna opens starry 2026 MTV VMAs, LISA wins first award
NEW YORK — “It’s mother,” were the first words uttered by Madonna as she opened the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards with her 2026 single “Bring Your Love” alongside her collaborator Sabrina Carpenter. If her aim was to…
ITCZ brings rainy weather to Visayas, Mindanao on Monday
MANILA, Philippines — Rainy weather and thunderstorms are expected to continue across Palawan, the Visayas, and Mindanao on Monday as the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) affects the country, according to the state…
US-bound Delta jet makes emergency landing in Portugal
LISBON — A Delta Air Lines jet made an emergency landing at Porto airport in Portugal Sunday after smoke was detected in the cabin and four passengers were treated in hospital, the civil protection service said. The jet…
'Avengers: Endgame' retakes box office crown
NEW YORK — Seven years after becoming the second-highest grossing film ever, “Avengers: Endgame” returned to the No. 1 spot at the box office in a victory lap for Marvel and an appetizer for the upcoming blockbuster…
Bangkok floods send thousands into shelters after days of rain
BANGKOK, Thailand – Deep floodwaters in Bangkok drove thousands of residents into shelters as others scrambled to buy groceries or dry out their homes on Sunday after days of heavy rain inundated markets, roads and…
VP Sara trial: Bribery charge may be dropped over 2027 budget talks
MANILA, Philippines —The bribery charge in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial may be dropped by the prosecutors if they cannot present evidence before the Senate turns to the 2027 national budget. This was…
Kanduli: The Grand Halal Food Festival, 20 years in the making
The Philippine Heritage Kitchen (PHK) came together with the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) for “Kanduli: The Grand Halal Food Festival” at The Glasshouse of New World Makati. ...
German bus crash: Two Filipino tourists killed
FRANKFURT, Germany — Two Filipinos were killed on Sunday when a tourist bus carrying them to the Oktoberfest beer festival in southern Germany overturned on a motorway, police said. The accident, which occurred around…
Chinamaxxing your food
Thanks to the many Chinese migrants who made their way to our islands, many of these vegetables have found their way onto our tables and into our backyards....
P42 wage hike to benefit 337K Central Visayas workers
MANILA, Philippines – Some 337,476 private sector workers in Central Visayas are set to benefit from the P42 wage increase approved by the National Wages and Productivity Commission (NWPC), the Department of Labor and…
Beauty notes from H.E.R.
From colorful liner to glossy skin, H.E.R.’s beauty looks offer plenty of inspiration for switching up your own routine....
Daily Gospel, September 28, 2026
This is the Daily Gospel of September 28, 2026, which is the Monday of the Twenty-sixth week in Ordinary Time.
Light at the end of mercy
Mary Jane Veloso is free at last. But her road to freedom was anything but smooth. It took 16 years, three administrations, countless appeals for clemency and diplomatic bargaining, and an unrelenting public clamor. On…
‘Kung ano ang puno, ganoon din ang bunga’
In Kapatiran Party v Congress (Aug. 26, 2026, per J Ramon Paul L. Hernando, en banc), the Supreme Court unanimously held that the 39-year inaction of Congress to pass an antidynasty law constitutes grave abuse of…
Leprosy
Sana magka-ketong sila.“ These words came from my kind and mild-mannered father. I have never heard him speak ill of anyone, so it came as a surprise. The topic on the table was corruption in government, and my parents…
The internet’s darkest corners
One of the most unsettling details to emerge from the recent school shooting in South Cotabato is that the alleged shooter did not fit the stereotype of someone who was troubled, isolated, or openly violent. According…
Preview
When the Senate, sitting as an impeachment court, reached its first moment of decision (that the two-thirds requirement for conviction in impeachment would be based on a membership of 20, the number currently able to…
What’s waiting at home
Whenever we go home, we usually have something waiting for us. For some, it’s a bed after a long day. For others, it’s a meal, a favorite chair, or hours of scrolling through social media before sleeping. For me, it’s…
BSKE postponement: Stop the cycle of late-hour legislation
With the signing of Republic Act No. 12326 on Sept. 24, 2026, the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE), originally slated for Nov. 2, 2026, have been postponed once again—this time to the second Monday of…
The Jeepney and the Governance of Change
I was a daily commuter in my younger days, and jeepneys evoke a curious mix of emotions for me – trepidation during rush hour when there was barely a seat to be found; comfort at the end of an exhausting day; and quiet…
Flowers for free in US garden initially planned as business
DONEY PARK, Arizona — For nearly two decades, Cindy Wilson’s home on Butterfly Lane was simply where she lived. Then she started planting flowers—what began as a hobby after retirement has grown into a garden oasis in…
Alas' Bagunas, Ybañez deplore lack of men’s volleyball support
For years, the Philippine men’s volleyball has battled a persistent lack of support. Even with the growing popularity of men’s volleyball in the country of late, Alas Pilipinas players continue to air concerns over…
Alex Eala gets going and could be next dose of adrenaline PH campaign needs
Alex Eala arrived in Nagoya in Japan on Saturday and is seen as the athlete who could give the Philippine campaign in the Asian Games another shot of adrenaline starting Monday. The 21-year-old Eala, who has become a…
Unbeaten Chiefs battle Knights in acid NCAA test
Arellano is about to face its litmus test in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament on Monday when it battles a fellow undefeated squad in Letran at San Juan Arena. Unscathed after three Group B games, the…
Ortouste calls it a career after Nagoya Games
The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games is the swan song for sepak takraw standout Rheyjey “Sawsaw Takraw” Ortouste. Ortouste recently announced that the 20th edition of the Games Asiad would be his last competition representing…
Gialon eyes end of slump in return to Sta. Barbara
Working his way back to form over the last two years, Zanieboy Gialon returns to the very venue where he last tasted victory as he tries to put everything together again when the ICTSI Iloilo Golf Challenge blasts off…
Lufthansa flight diverted after passenger's battery catches fire
FRANKFURT, Germany — A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Lisbon was diverted to Lyon in France after a passenger’s powerbank battery caught fire, the airline said. The incident happened on Saturday while the Airbus…
PH consumers, firms turn less gloomy
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino consumers and businesses remained pessimistic in the third quarter, but their outlook brightened sharply as they anticipated higher incomes, stronger demand and improved profits, according…
EU eyes bigger role in Luzon corridor
MANILA, Philippines — The entry of the European Union (EU) into the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) could pave the way for individual countries from the bloc to also contribute to projects targeted for the growth belt, an…
New Clark lands $1-B Taiwan tech investment
MANILA, Philippines — A Taiwanese technology company is pouring an initial $1 billion into a manufacturing facility in New Clark City, positioning it to become one of the biggest locators yet at the Tarlac industrial…
Swiss challenge set for P15-B Clark project
MANILA, Philippines — The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is opening a nearly P15-billion water and wastewater project in New Clark City to competing bids, setting the stage for a Swiss Challenge…
National gov’t borrowing slumped 72% in August
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine national government’s gross borrowings plunged by more than 70 percent in August as the absence of a large retail bond issuance during the month sharply cut domestic debt. Latest…
Major funds’ commitments signal confidence in GCash IPO
MANILA, Philippines — The participation of more than 20 local and foreign institutional investors in Mynt Inc.’s initial public offering (IPO) reflects confidence in the company’s long-term growth prospects, according…
SEC shuts down 3 groups’ investment schemes
MANILA, Philippines — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ordered three groups to stop soliciting investments from the public after finding they were offering unregistered securities. In separate cease and…
DA pushes for higher tariffs on pork imports
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) is seeking higher tariffs on imported pork to shield the local industry from declining hog prices and rising imports. The DA has submitted a proposal to the…
Are you running tomorrow’s business with yesterday’s thinking?
MANILA, Philippines — The quality of your questions determines the quality of your outcomes. Many companies ask, “Where can we use AI (artificial intelligence)?” Wrong question. It is a reasonable start, but it can lead…
Three school shootings are three too many
MANILA, Philippines — Tacloban. Zamboanga. South Cotabato. Three school shootings in less than three months should be enough to tell us that we have a serious problem. We should not wait for a fourth before we treat…
BIZ BUZZ: Foxconn on the prowl in LEC
MANILA, Philippines — It appears Taiwanese tech manufacturing titan Foxconn is getting a look not just at opportunities in the planned Pax Silica hub, but also at what else the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) has to…
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Raffy Tulfo asks FEO exec if 51 guns of VP Duterte, Carpio allowed
MANILA, Philippines — Senator-Judge Raffy Tulfo questioned on Monday why private Type 5 collectors, particularly Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, lawyer Manases Carpio, were allowed to have so many firearms…
Claims of ex-cop vs the Dutertes may be elevated to Ombudsman
MANILA, Philippines — The claims of a dismissed cop Rodulfo Gracioso Jr. against Vice President Duterte and her other family members may reach the Office of the Ombudsman, its chief Jesus Crispin Remulla said on Monday…
Barbers: SALN disclosure, not value of VP Duterte guns, the issue
MANILA, Philippines — The point of the House prosecution panel was not the value of the firearms of Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Manases Carpio, but whether they were properly disclosed in her sworn…
Highlights: Day 30 of Sara Duterte impeachment trial | Sept. 28, 2026
MANILA, Philippines – On Day 30 of the Sara Duterte impeachment trial, Presiding Officer and Senator-judge Francis Escudero drew attention Monday when he asked colleagues to nudge Manila Rep. Bienvenido Abante Jr., who…
Ejercito dares DOT to boost tourism, improve airport access
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Tourism needs to strengthen its efforts to attract foreign visitors, prioritizing concerns such as airport accessibility. Sen. JV Ejercito, chairman of the Senate Committee on…
Sept. 28 lotto draws: No winners of ₱230M, ₱79M jackpots
MANILA, Philippines—No bettor won the jackpots in the Grand Lotto 6/55 and Mega Lotto 6/45 draws on Monday, Sept. 28, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office. The Grand Lotto 6/55 winning combination was…
Abante: I fell asleep because defense’s questions are boring
MANILA, Philippines — Manila Rep. Bienvenido Abante Jr. has admitted that he fell asleep during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, but he reasoned out that it was due to her lawyers’ boring questions…
MWIS recognized for ESG performance with ‘B’ Rating from Synesgy
Manila Water Infratech Solutions (MWIS), a Manila Water Non-East Zone operating unit, has earned a ‘B’ ESG Rating from Synesgy for 2026, marking a significant milestone in the company’s sustainability journey and…
In-person classes suspended Sept. 29-30 due to transport strike
MANILA, Philippines — In-person classes were suspended by some educational institutions and local governments due to the scheduled transport strike on Tuesday and Wednesday. The following schools and local governments…
Dizon: MSU-Gensan buildings damaged by quake repaired
GENERAL SANTOS CITY — Two buildings at Mindanao State University-General Santos City that were badly damaged by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake in June have been repaired and are now being used, Public Works and Highways…
Palace denies Marcos-backed Robredo-Pacquiao 2028 tandem
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Monday downplayed rumors of a Marcos administration-backed slate for the 2028 elections led by Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo and Secretary Manny Pacquiao. Palace press officer Claire…
Travel tax abolition could hurt tourism infra – Tieza
MANILA, Philippines — The Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (Tieza) on Monday sought a transition period before travel taxes are abolished, saying the levy funds the majority of tourism-related…
Comelec: Not enough time to hold barangay, SK polls if SC issues TRO
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) may no longer be able to hold the Nov. 2 barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections if the Supreme Court (SC) issues a temporary restraining order (TRO)…
Comelec pressed for time on barangay, SK polls if SC issues TRO
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) may no longer be able to hold the Nov. 2 barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections if the Supreme Court (SC) issues a temporary restraining order (TRO)…
Mark Villar backs Revised Cooperative Code bill
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Mark Villar expressed his support on Monday for Senate Bill No. 1431, or the proposed Revised Cooperative Code of the Philippines, which aims to strengthen cooperatives as instruments of…
PLM admits only 3,000 of 70,000 applicants for SY 2026-2027
MANILA, Philippines — The Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) has admitted only 3,000 of more than 70,000 applicants for academic year 2026-2027, its president said Monday. Lawyer Domingo Reyes Jr., president of PLM…
Maguindanao mayor who survived RPG attack dares nephew to face raps
COTABATO CITY – Mayor Akmad “Mitra” Ampatuan Sr. of Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur, on Monday challenged his nephew to surrender and squarely face the charges in connection with a rocket-propelled grenade (RPG)…
Marcos, Angara praise schools, partners behind PH’s PISA gains
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Education Secretary Sonny Angara led on Monday the national recognition of all those behind the Philippines’ historic gains in the 2025 Programme for…
BuCor seeks court records to verify release order for Lee, Cornejo
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) said it still needs to verify whether Cedric Lee and Deniece Cornejo can be released despite a Court of Appeals order directing their immediate discharge. Lee and…
Palace: Alleged lack of support for some Asiad delegates to be probed
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered an investigation into reports that some Filipino athletes, particularly members of the Alas Pilipinas men’s volleyball team, had to pay out of pocket…
DepEd, PCMC sign memorandum on hospital-based learning program
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) and the Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC) signed an agreement on the first ever hospital-based learning continuity program in the country for children…
Graft complaint filed vs Laguna governor over review class program
MANILA, Philippines — Laguna Governor Sol Aragones became the subject of a graft complaint filed before the Office of the Ombudsman on Monday over alleged irregularities in a program which complainants said had a P11.5…
‘Failure to reprimand Duterte over sub judice violations poses risk’
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s repeated attacks on the Senate Impeachment Court’s integrity pose a danger if she is not reprimanded for repeatedly violating the sub judice rule, private prosecutor…
Woman killed, 2 men wounded in Ilocos Sur shooting
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — A woman was killed while two men were wounded after motorcycle riding gunmen opened fire at a parked vehicle in front of the Land Registry Authority (LRA) in Barangay V in Bantay, Ilocos Sur…
Senators seek inquiry into delayed release of athletes’ allowances
MANILA, Philippines — Senators on Monday called for an inquiry into delayed allowances for national athletes after Alas Pilipinas men’s captain Bryan Bagunas said some players have gone without them since July and had…
Defense welcomes criticism of its cross-examination strategy
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense team on Monday said it appreciated Senator-Judge Panfilo “Ping” Lacson’s feedback on its cross-examination strategy, expressing openness in adjusting its…
Rains to continue in Visayas, Mindanao due to ITCZ until Sept. 30
MANILA, Philippines—The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) will continue to bring rains and thunderstorms to parts of Palawan, the Visayas and Mindanao through Wednesday, according to the state weather bureau. In its…
Gracioso sought priest’s help over alleged Duterte cash deliveries
MANILA, Philippines — Father Flavie Villanueva said Monday that former cop Rodulfo Gracioso Jr. went to his house to seek help exposing his alleged delivery of suitcases containing large sums of cash to the Dutertes on…
‘Most unique’ birds documented in Apayao biosphere
TUGUEGARAO CITY — Fourteen of the most unique or endemic bird species have been documented in the virgin forests of the Apayao biosphere, according to the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (Cenro) in…
NWPC affirms P42 minimum wage hike in Central Visayas
MANILA, Philippines — The P42-minimum wage increase for private sector workers in Central Visayas was affirmed by the National Wages and Productivity Commission (NWPC). This was confirmed by Labor Secretary and NWPC…
Absence of DBM rep at budget hearing irks Sen. Erwin Tulfo
MANILA, Philippines — The absence of any representative from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) for its budget hearing in the Senate irked Sen. Erwin Tulfo on Monday. While the Department of Tourism was…
Senate passes revised cooperative code, other bills on third reading
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate on Monday unanimously approved on third and final reading a measure seeking to update the country’s cooperative law. In a 19-0-0 vote, senators approved Senate Bill No. 1431, or the…
Dizon: P100-M Davao flood control project now 80 percent complete
DAVAO CITY – Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon inspected Monday morning the nearly completed P100 million flood control project in San Juan Village, Barangay Bangkal here. He told reporters the flood mitigation project…
Romualdez cites recantations as defense in plunder bail petition
MANILA, Philippines — Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez cited the recantations of three former bodyguards of former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co, known as the “maleta boys” (suitcase boys), in his petition for bail filed…
Palace: No cover-up in probe into ghost infra projects
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Monday said no one should be protected and nothing should be concealed in the government’s investigation into ghost flood control and other infrastructure projects. The Palace made…
Bulacan town honors little-known revolutionary hero
BULAKAN, Bulacan— Bulakan officials last week commemorated the 150th birth anniversary of a revolutionary hero, whom the new generation needs to know again: Gen. Anacleto “Matanglawin” Enriquez. Bulakan Mayor Vergel…
Camarines Sur placed under state of calamity over dengue
PILI, CAMARINES SUR — Camarines Sur was placed under a state of calamity on Monday as dengue cases continued to spike in the province. Gov. Luis Raymund “LRay” Villafuerte announced this at the dengue response command…
P600,000 in marijuana plants destroyed at Ilocos Sur town border
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — Police uprooted and destroyed 3,000 fully grown marijuana plants worth an estimated P600,000 in Sugpon town in this province on Sunday. The plantation spans about 1,000 square meters in Sitio…
No reprimand from impeachment court for Ridon, only stern warning
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate impeachment court has considered public prosecutor and Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon’s explanation as to why he should not be cited for violation of the sub judice rule over his…
P147-M DA package readied for Mimaropa farmers ahead of El Niño
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Department of Agriculture in Mimaropa is preparing a ₱147-million assistance package to provide early support and cushion farmers in the region from the expected impacts of El Niño…
DepEd working to move MLQ High School from Manila market site
MANILA, Philippines— The Department of Education (DepEd) has been finalizing plans to relocate Manuel Luis Quezon High School–Manila from its present site in Santa Cruz due to health and structural concerns to a…
Matigsalog bracelets showcased at Iligan’s Diyandi Festival
ILIGAN CITY – Two women of the Matigsalog ethnic group traveled more than eight hours to sell handmade native bracelets at the Diyandi Festival, the patronal fiesta celebration honoring St. Michael the Archangel. Aida…
NBI to invite VP Duterte, Velasco over ex-cop’s cash delivery allegation
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) will “invite” Vice President Sara Duterte, former House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco, and others implicated in dismissed police officer Rodulfo Gracioso…
Water supply interruption in parts of Makati, Manila, Pasay Sept. 29-30
MANILA, Philippines—Several parts of the cities of Makati, Manila, and Pasay will experience a seven-hour water supply interruption Tuesday night through early Wednesday morning as Maynilad Water Services Inc. conducts…
Palace ‘hopes’ fare hike will deter planned transport strike
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Monday said it hoped the fare hike for public utility vehicles (PUVs) would discourage transport groups from pushing through with their planned strike. The fare adjustments, which…
WATCH: PNP-FEO records show Sara Duterte owns 22 firearms
MANILA, Philippines – Testifying before the impeachment court on Day 30, PMaj. Joericson Sangalang, Chief of the PNP-FEO Records Section, detailed the Vice President’s registered armory, confirming she personally owns…
Man shot dead at Bukidnon wake after fistfight
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A drinking spree at a wake in Baungon, Bukidnon ended in tragedy early Monday when a 34-year-old man was fatally shot in the head by his drinking companion following a fistfight. The Baungon…
10 arrested, P1-M ‘smuggled’ cigarettes seized in Caraga
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Police in Caraga (Region 13) arrested 10 people after they were allegedly caught with nearly P1 million worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes in separate operations across the region…
Martin Romualdez files bail petition for plunder
MANILA, Philippines — Former House Speaker and incumbent Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez on Monday asked the Sandiganbayan Third Division that he be allowed temporary liberty by posting bail. Romualdez, former Ako Bicol…
Defense skips cross examination of PNP official over VP’s firearms
MANILA, Philippines — The defense panel in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte has forgone cross-examining a Philippine National Police Firearms and Explosives Office (PNP-FEO) official after it was…
UP Diliman slams NTF-Elcac red-tagging of students, faculty, staff
MANILA, Philippines — A University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman committee condemned the “continuous red-tagging, harassment, and intimidation” of its constituents, particularly students, by agents and supporters of…
18 new cases of flu-like illness reported in Manila; 1,955 total cases
MANILA, Philippines—Influenza-like illness (ILI) remained the most frequently reported among diseases in Manila, with 18 new cases recorded on Monday, bringing the city’s year-to-date total to 1,955, according to the…
Marcos brands VP Duterte ‘buwaon’ over ‘desperation’ claim
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has described Vice President Sara Duterte as a “buwaon”, or liar, over her claim that the administration is desperate to bring her down, according to Palace Press…
WATCH: PNP-FEO officer testifies on Sara Duterte, husband’s 50+ firearms
MANILA, Philippines – PMaj. Joericson Sangalang of the Philippine National Police Firearms and Explosives Office (PNP-FEO) takes his oath as a prosecution witness in Article II of Vice President Sara Duterte’s…
Mary Jane Veloso, family get P50,000, livelihood support – Palace
MANILA, Philippines — The government has provided financial and livelihood assistance to Mary Jane Veloso and her family after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. granted her an absolute pardon, according to Malacañang. In a…
PNP mobilizes assets to assists commuters during 3-day transport strike
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine National Police (PNP) deployed personnel and vehicles to assist commuters and maintain peace and order as transport groups hold a three-day strike over rising fuel prices. In a…
VP Sara Duterte, husband own 51 guns – witness
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Manases “Mans” Carpio, have over 50 guns registered under their names, a witness told the Senate impeachment court on Monday. READ: Sara Duterte’s…
‘4 of 15 Davao City deals with VP-linked firm went through bidding’
MANILA, Philippines— Only four of the 15 food service contracts awarded by Davao City to a corporation linked to Vice President Sara Duterte went through public bidding, an official of the Philippine Government…
Relevance of VP Duterte’s firearms ownership in impeach trial questioned
MANILA, Philippines – Some senator-judges shared on Monday their qualms about the relevance of tackling the firearms owned by Vice President Sara Duterte as the impeachment court continued examining her alleged…
2nd earthquake recorded off Zambales after magnitude 4.6 tremor
IBA, Zambales – A second earthquake was recorded off this province on Monday morning, less than an hour after a magnitude 4.6 tremor, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The…
Who is Rep. Bel Zamora in VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial?
MANILA, Philippines — One of the House prosecutors in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte is San Juan City Lone District Rep. Ysabel Maria “Bel” Zamora. On Monday, Zamora leads the direct examination of…
WATCH: Witness says no personal knowledge of Davao City’s role in Gencorp contracts
MANILA, Philippines – PhilGEPS Electronic Government Procurement Operations Division Chief Rendell Sopeña says he has no personal knowledge of whether Davao City played a role in approving contracts awarded to Gencorp…
Ex-cop who claimed to deliver money to Duterte a Velasco staffer – PNP
MANILA, Philippines—Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. confirmed that dismissed patrolman Rodulfo Gracioso Jr. had previously served as a security detail for former House Speaker Lord…
Ex-cop appears before NBI over alleged ‘cash delivery’ to Dutertes
MANILA, Philippines — Dismissed police officer Rodulfo Gracioso Jr., a former security aide of then House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco, appeared before the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Monday to submit a…
1,600 sacks of ‘illegal’ mineral ores seized in Dipolog port
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – Authorities seized nearly 1,600 sacks of mineral ores sourced from alleged illegal mining activities at a declared “minahang bayan” (people’s small-scale mining area) in Zamboanga del…
Prosecution, defense teams clash anew on Sara Duterte’s bank records
MANILA, Philippines — The opposing parties in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial clashed on Monday over the House prosecution panel’s request to admit her bank records into evidence. During the 30th day of…
Impeachment court grants Baste Duterte request to appear on Sept. 29, 30
MANILA, Philippines – The Senate impeachment court on Monday granted Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte’s request to appear before it on Tuesday and Wednesday. His request was contained in a letter to the…
Escudero offers Abante to ‘rest somewhere else’ after dozing at trial
MANILA, Philippines — Senate Impeachment Court Presiding Officer Francis Escudero has offered Manila Rep. Bienvenido Abante Jr. to “rest somewhere else” after the latter was caught dozing while a witness was being…
Marcos: Gov’t committed to protecting youth from school violence
MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday said the government is committed to protecting the youth from school violence and providing parents and communities with the knowledge and resources to…
Magnitude 4.6 earthquake strikes near Zambales
IBA, Zambales – A magnitude 4.6 earthquake was recorded near Zambales on Monday morning, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The earthquake occurred at 8:54 a.m. at a depth of…
41 wanted persons arrested in Eastern Visayas ‘Warrant Day’ raid
TACLOBAN CITY – Police arrested 41 wanted persons, including three listed as most wanted, during a simultaneous regionwide “Warrant Day” operation in Eastern Visayas on Saturday, Sept. 26. The Police Regional Office 8…
NET25 host excused from testifying vs Marcoleta, cites religious grounds
MANILA, Philippines — Citing “religious grounds,” the co-host of Sen. Rodante Marcoleta in his NET25 program will no longer testify against him before the Sandiganbayan Third Division in his plunder bail hearing over a…
Cops arrest suspect in shooting of village chief in Cotabato City
COTABATO CITY– One of the alleged carnappers who shot and injured a village chairperson here was arrested on Friday, police said on Monday. Colonel Jibin Bongcayao, Cotabato City police director, identified the suspect…
Marcos laughs off at Sara Duterte claim admin seeks to block 2028 polls
MANILA, Philippines —President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday merely laughed off Vice President Sara Duterte’s allegation that the administration is trying to prevent the 2028 elections from taking place. In a media…
Manibela kicks off 3-day transport strike vs fuel price hike
MANILA, Philippines — Transport group Manibela on Monday started its three-day transport strike in protest of the soaring fuel prices. READ: Transport strikes a go as fare hikes take effect Jeepney operators and…
6 fugitives arrested in Northern Mindanao
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A sweeping 24-hour police dragnet across Northern Mindanao resulted in the capture of six of the region’s most wanted fugitives, including a top-tier murder suspect and multiple individuals facing…
WATCH: Duterte has ‘absolute’ right not to testify vs herself – counsel
MANILA, Philippines – Defense counsel Sheila Sison, citing the Constitution, says Vice President Sara Duterte has the right to remain silent and not to be compelled to testify against herself./dp READ: LIVE UPDATES…
WATCH: Sara Duterte impeachment trial | Sept. 28, 2026
MANILA, Philippines – On the 30th day of Vice President Sara Duterte impeachment trial, Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte may take the witness stand on Monday as the House prosecution panel seeks to establish…
WATCH: Diokno asks defense to stipulate authenticity of Duterte bank records
MANILA, Philippines – Prosecution counsel Rep. Chel Diokno asks the defense team to stipulate to the authenticity of bank records submitted by financial institutions subpoenaed in the impeachment case, saying this would…
ITCZ to bring rains, thunderstorms to Visayas, Mindanao on Monday
MANILA, Philippines — Rain showers and thunderstorms are expected to persist in Palawan, Visayas, and Mindanao on Monday due to the effect of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), the state weather bureau reported…
PNP launches gun safety drive amid firearm incidents involving minors
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine National Police (PNP) is urging licensed firearm holders across the country to make responsible gun handling and secure storage a constant practice to prevent unauthorized access and…
Baste Duterte may be called as witness on Day 30 of VP impeachment trial
MANILA, Philippines — Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte may be called to the witness stand by the House prosecution panel on the 30th day of his sister, Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. Mayor…
Transport strikes a go as fare hikes take effect
MANILA, Philippines — Commuters face higher fares beginning on Monday and at least three days of strike led by two major transport groups, as the government lifts the suspension of fare increases approved in March…
Lacson raises more red flags on Taguig ‘ghost’ projects
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Sunday asked Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon to explain how coordinates of a supposed project in Taguig City were located in the Visayas, based on geotagged photos…
Impeachment court hopes for swift SC ruling on 2/3 threshold computation
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate impeachment court is optimistic that the Supreme Court would immediately rule on the petitions challenging its decision to reduce the number of votes needed to convict or acquit Vice…
‘Frustrated astronaut’ Marcos meets Pinoy real deal
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos, who once dreamed of becoming an astronaut, met with Filipino astronauts recently and vowed support for the country’s space program. Marcos “eagerly listened” to the experiences…
DENR 2040 target: Cut plastic waste by 85%
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is aiming to reduce plastic pollution in the country by 85 percent by the year 2040, as part of its goals under the Philippine National…
DivinaLaw named PH law firm of the year
MANILA, Philippines — DivinaLaw has been named Philippine Law Firm of the Year at the ALB (Asian Legal Business) Philippine Law Awards 2026, the highest distinction for a law firm at the annual awards. The honor…
Potential source of uranium found in Camarines Norte
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino scientists have identified a potential uranium resource in Camarines Norte which they hope can help fuel the country’s ambitions for nuclear energy, the Philippine Nuclear Research…
Back home, Mary Jane Veloso begins rebuilding family ties
NUEVA, ECIJA, Philippines — Mary Jane Veloso woke up at 5 a.m. on Sunday, her first morning home in Natividad, Nueva Ecija, and for a moment, had to convince herself that it was real. “Totoo ba ‘to, nasa bahay na ba…
DENR calls for cleanup of disturbed areas at Sibuyan mine
CALAPAN CITY, ORIENTAL MINDORO, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has called for urgent remediation of disturbed areas at the mining site of Altai Philippines Mining Corp. (APMC)…
Labor group assails P42 wage hike in Central Visayas
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) on Sunday criticized the P42 daily minimum wage increase approved for private-sector workers in Central Visayas, saying the adjustment was…
Palace dares Sara Duterte: Prove claims Marcos admin plots to oust her
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte should answer allegations of corruption with evidence instead of pointing fingers at the administration, Malacañang said on Sunday. Palace press officer Undersecretary…
Marcos greets longtime family lensman Tata Willy on 89th birthday
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos on Sunday greeted Wilfredo “Tata Willy” Avila, a longtime photographer of the Marcos family who celebrated his 89th birthday. In his latest vlog on Sunday, Marcos made a special…
Marcos’ 69th birthday outreach benefits over 170,000 Filipinos
MANILA, Philippines — More than 170,000 Filipinos benefited from government assistance activities held in connection with 69th birthday celebrations of President Marcos in different parts of the country this month…
Drug suspect in Palawan yields P36,000 worth of suspected ‘shabu’
CALAPAN CITY, ORIENTAL MINDORO, Philippines — Police arrested a 55-year-old man and seized 5.28 grams of suspected “shabu” (crystal meth) with an estimated street value of P35,904 during an anti-illegal drug operation…
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