Paris, France—France’s police striving to identify and arrest looters who shattered shops in last weekend’s unrest are relying on one tool to trigger their forensic follow-up: social media. “We are working the social…
SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 basketball tournament – first round MANILA, Philippines—At the end of the first round of eliminations in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament, National University’s Reinhard Jumamoy…
OLONGAPO CITY, Philippines — Sea travel for all motor bancas and other watercraft was suspended by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Tuesday, Oct. 20, in Aurora province as a precaution against Super Typhoon Rosal…
MANILA – Malacañang on Tuesday said the proposal to reinstate the death penalty for major drug trafficking offenses requires careful study, particularly its implications for the Philippines’ international relations…
NEW YORK — There was a plausible scenario where LeBron James would open his record 24th NBA season at Madison Square Garden — only in a New York Knicks uniform. His agent, Rich Paul, said over the summer the Knicks…
JOHANNEBURG — A 65-year-old woman was killed on Tuesday in a shark attack off South Africa ’s southeastern coast, police and municipal authorities said, prompting the closure of two beaches. Officers were called to…
LOS ANGELES — Three Filipinos were among 28 green card holders charged with election-related offenses in California amid a federal crackdown on alleged illegal voting across the state, the US Department of Justice…
London, United Kingdom—A power outage at a Google Cloud data centre near London caused serious failures to services on Tuesday, leading to widespread disruptions for several UK banks. Google said in a service health…
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday accused the Marcos administration of linking her to allegations of Chinese funding, a drug bust in Laos, and a purported travel authority to build a narrative…
A new documentary brings Pope Leo XIV and Hollywood actor Chris Pratt together to explore the history and archaeological discoveries surrounding St. Peter’s tomb at the Vatican. “Pétros Ení — Discovering the Origins”…
The sixth annual Academy Museum Gala, held on October 17, proved once again to be a powerful tribute to cinema. Gathering top Hollywood figures, the evening raised more than $14 million for film preservation, museum…
After an easy first-round win, Alexandra Eala will face a fellow lefty, Diana Shnaider, in the round of 16 at the Ningbo Open on Wednesday, October 21. At stake is a place in the quarterfinals of the Women’s Tennis…
MANILA, Philippines–Veteran para swimmer Ernie Gawilan added a silver medal to his medal haul at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games, finishing second in the men’s 200-meter individual medley SM7 final on Tuesday…
MANILA, Philippines — Akari barged into the win column after sweeping PLDT, 25-18, 25-19, 25-22, in the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series on Tuesday at Mall of Asia Arena. Eli Soyud led the Chargers’…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Disaster response personnel and barangays in Talisay City are on alert following the entry of Super Typhoon Rosal into the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), with personnel placed on standby…
MANILA, Philippines — Education Secretary Sonny Angara is set to issue guidelines directing schools nationwide to prepare for the anticipated effects of El Niño in School Year 2026–2027, with measures to protect…
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — The National Bureau of Investigation arrested a man accused of posing as a representative of a congressional office and other government offices to collect money from individuals seeking government…
MANILA, Philippines—Allen Laurenaria hit the go-ahead basket in overtime to lift Jose Rizal University past Perpetual Help, 72-70, in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Tuesday night…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Eighty-three licensed vendors will be allowed to sell pyrotechnic products at a designated retail zone along the Babag bypass road starting December 16, as Lapu-Lapu City steps up preparations to…
MANILA, Philippines — Labor coalition NAGKAISA urged the Philippine government and other Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) member states to stop normalizing relations with Myanmar’s military junta, citing…
LONDON, United Kingdom—A power outage at a Google Cloud data center in London caused serious network disruptions to its services Tuesday, the US tech giant said. Google said on its Cloud “Service Health” website that it…
MANILA, Philippines — Akbayan Party lawmakers said on Tuesday they welcomed being placed on what they termed China’s “list of perceived enemies.” In a joint statement, Akbayan Reps. Chel Diokno, Percival Cendana, Dadah…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu— School suspensions in Lapu-Lapu City will soon rely on scientific indicators—including real-time air quality tracking—rather than public apprehension, local officials announced following a…
Grab, through Grab For Business, its enterprise platform for managing business rides, meals, and deliveries, today announced an integration with Concur Expense, SAP Concur’s expense management solution, to help…
CEBU CITY — The Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) assured it has launched a comprehensive investigation following the discovery of a dead man who had been buried in cement and charcoal in Barangay Pahina Central. A team of…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Finance (DOF) has signed the $1.5-billion financing extended by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to help fund the government’s measures to cushion the impact of the Middle East…
MANILA, Philippines — National University-Archipelago Builders debuted in style after beating VNS Always Bright Laticrete, 25-14, 25-13, 20-25, 25-12, in the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference on Tuesday at Mall…
CEBU CITY, Philippines—The Cebu Greats will look to carry their winning momentum into the South Division semifinals of the SportsPlus MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) 2026 Season when they face the…
MANILA, Philippines — Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong on Tuesday said he wears as a badge of honor his inclusion on a list of lawmakers singled out by the Chinese Embassy in Manila. The Chinese Embassy posted a…
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will implement a work-from-home arrangement every Monday, as part of the government’s energy-saving efforts. In an announcement on Tuesday, Oct. 20, the poll…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuano badminton ace Lyrden Laborte is determined to leave a lasting legacy at Ateneo de Manila University as he leads the defending champion Blue Eagles’ bid for back-to-back titles in the…
BEIJING, China — China’s military said Tuesday it had sent forces to “track and monitor” a U.S. Navy vessel that sailed through disputed waters in the West Philippine Sea. The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) said the USS…
MANILA, Philippines—Letran turned to Denzil Walker in the squad’s convincing 83-72 win over the College of St. Benilde in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Tuesday. Walker stuffed the…
PARIS— Rioters clashed with police, set cars on fire, stormed public buildings and engulfed a historic city hall in flames in France’s worst civil unrest in years as violence and looting swept through major cities…
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday accused the Marcos administration of using allegations involving Chinese funding, a drug bust in Laos, and a purported travel authority to build a narrative…
Regine Velasquez brought the audience to tears on the last day of her “Finale” concert series as she delivered her final and emotional performance of Jennifer Holliday’s “And I’m Telling You I’m Not Going.” “Never akong…
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MANILA, Philippines — Around 25,000 participants recently gathered at Quirino Grandstand in Luneta Park for the annual Couples for Christ’s Ancop Global Walk, united by a shared mission to answer the cry of the poor…
MANILA, Philippines–Ariel Joseph Alegarbes won the Philippines’ second gold medal at the 5th Asian Para Games, topping the men’s 100-meter backstroke S14 final in 1 minute, 1.56 seconds on Tuesday at Rainbow Pool in…
Nobu Manila at City of Dreams Manila brings a distinctive hip vibe in a Halloween party entitled “Unattached & Unbothered” with influencer and entrepreneur Tommy Tiangco hosting the chic venue’s month-ender socials on…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Filipino boxing fans have something to look forward to before 2026 ends as PMI Bohol Boxing Promotions has announced “Kumong Bol-Anon 27,” which is expected to be this year’s final boxing event…
MANILA, Philippines — Is China using social media trolls to spread propaganda that would sow division among Filipinos over the country’s territorial sovereignty? Sen. JV Ejercito raised this issue with Defense Secretary…
MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Tuesday reminded overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Italy to prioritize their safety amid demonstrations in Milan. The advisory came after a demonstration…
CARMONA–The Manila Southwoods will be hosting the Philippine Open golf championship for the second straight year, and management of one of the most prestigious private clubs in the country is leaving no stones unturned…
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday said the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) would review whether the visa-free entry arrangement for Chinese nationals was being exploited to facilitate illegal Philippine…
MANILA, Philippines — Julia Coronel is embracing her learnings as the newest Capital1 member after three pressure-packed games in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series. Coronel came off the bench with 13…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — World-rated contender ArAr “Asero” Andales faces a crucial test in Japan when he takes on Japanese newcomer Raito Kataoka for the vacant Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF) junior…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The circumstances surrounding the death of a man whose remains were found buried beneath cement have prompted a city councilor to urge police to pursue every credible lead and establish what…
MANILA, Philippines — GCash parent company Mynt officially debuted on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) today, October 20, following the largest initial public offering (IPO) in Philippine history. The offering raised…
(UPDATES AS OF OCTOBER 18) MANILA, Philippines–The race for the Final Four spots in the UAAP Season 89 basketball tournaments continues as teams jockey for position in the elimination rounds. RELATED: UAAP SCHEDULE…
MANILA, Philippines — Local stocks edged higher on Tuesday as bargain hunting pushed the benchmark index above the 5,800 resistance level, while GCash parent Mynt Inc. ended its market debut flat. The Philippine Stock…
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CEBU CITY, Philippines—TJ James Tejedor, Jehyan Dayagbil, and Chresler John Medina spearheaded their teams’ victories as Dumanjug, Carcar, and unbeaten Sibonga turned in strong performances in the Governor’s Cup…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu Football Club (Cebu FC) finally got on the winning board, and there was no better way to do it than with a lopsided 6–0 victory over Tuloy FC in the Philippines Football League (PFL)…
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CITY OF MALOLOS — Bulacan has launched its own pickleball league called the All-Star Champions Pickleball League and has started its first tournament over the weekend at the Capitol Gymnasium in Malolos City. More than…
MANILA, Philippines — Bella Belen unleashed another well-rounded game, pouring in 29 points to complete another Capital1 comeback against ZUS Coffee, 20-25, 25-17, 22-25, 25-20, 15-8, in the PVL All-Filipino Conference…
Photos of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have been released on Tuesday (October 20, 2026) by the state media, which reported that the leader had visited a clothing and footwear exhibition in Pyongyang on October 19 as…
MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala continues her campaign at the Ningbo Open facing a tough test against sixth seed Diana Shnaider on Wednesday. Eala and Shnaider meet for the first time with a quarterfinal spot in the WTA…
MANILA, Philippines — Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon on Tuesday urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to consider expelling lower-ranking Chinese diplomats if he does not want to expel China’s envoy to the country. At a…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Robin Padilla shared on his social media account photos with Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan amid the latter’s ongoing word war with other lawmakers. The photos were taken at the 2026 Association…
THE HAGUE — Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten and his Argentine partner Nicolas Keenan announced on Monday that they were expecting a baby with the help of an egg donor and a surrogate mother. “A very special person is on…
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Executive Secretary (OES) on Tuesday dismissed as false a circulating travel authority for Vice President Sara Duterte’s supposed visit to Laos from Sept. 29 to 30. The document…
MANILA, Philippines — The government’s 2027 fiscal position could swing by tens of billions of pesos depending on economic indicators, with faster expansion offering the biggest boost and higher global interest rates…
Thai embassies in Greece and Italy have advised Thai residents and tourists to exercise caution, avoid protest areas and closely follow local developments amid demonstrations in both countries. The Royal Thai Embassy in…
Thailand’s Immigration Bureau and South Korean police arrested 10 suspects in Bangkok on Monday (October 19, 2026) in raids targeting an alleged scam network that preyed on South Koreans. Police put the losses at…
Rotational brownouts possible as Visayas grid placed on red alert on Oct. 20 CEBU CITY, Philippines — Another round of rotational brownouts may be implemented later today after the Visayas grid was again placed under a…
JobQuestPH brings Las Piñas’ first hybrid job fair to 2/F Vista Mall Las Piñas, near the Cinemas, on October 27–28, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, followed by a Virtual Job Fair on October 29–31 at www.jobquest.ph. At…
LAS VEGAS — LeBron James might have shifted the power in the Eastern Conference — and perhaps the NBA in general — when he ended eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers to sign with Philadelphia. The 76ers are…
MANILA, Philippines — Gambling tycoon Charlie “Atong” Ang has already slipped out of the country through unofficial channels, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla confirmed on…
North Korea’s latest threats may be a ploy to undermine South Korea’s border security operations and cement the division of the Korean Peninsula into two permanently separate states, experts said Tuesday, as Seoul’s top…
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks waived longtime center Dwight Powell on Monday, likely ending his 12-year run with the franchise after he was the secondary piece in a trade that brought Rajon Rondo from Boston. Powell was…
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Highlands Coffee has arrived at the Two Mango Avenue Building, open round the clock from day one. The best part might be that you never have to check the operating hours. Meet the barkada over…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held a telephone conversation on Tuesday ahead of the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit and…
CEBU CITY, Philippines —Over a thousand bottles of energy drinks spilled along the Cebu South Coastal Road (CSCR) on Tuesday morning, October 20, following a road accident near a mall junction in Talisay City. The…
As she turned a year older, Bea Alonzo opted for an intimate celebration in the company of her family and her husband, businessman Vincent Co. The actress bonded with her family and close friends over a meal at a…
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina — The Charlotte Hornets have agreed on a five-year, $209 million contract extension with guard/forward Brandon Miller, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. The…
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks waived guard Kevin Porter Jr. on Monday after a 2025-26 season in which he led the team in assists per game and ranked second in scoring. The move came ahead of Monday’s NBA roster…
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LAS VEGAS — Sebastian Fundora kept his pursuit of an undisputed championship on track with a second to spare. Fundora stopped Ermal Hadribeaj with a left hand at 2:59 of the 12th round Saturday night at The Chelsea at…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Small businesses seeking exemption from Central Visayas’ new minimum wage rates have yet to complete their applications, the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board-7 (RTWPB-7) said, as…
MANILA, Philippines–Iga Swiatek has withdrawn from the Ningbo Open a day before her scheduled round-of-16 match against Czech Marie Bouzkova on Wednesday. Swiatek pulled out of the WTA 500 event due to a left thigh…
North Korean state media published photographs of leader Kim Jong Un on Tuesday (October 20, 2026), reporting that he had visited a clothing and footwear exhibition in Pyongyang on October 19 as unverified claims about…
MANILA, Philippines — The Razon Group is acquiring a 30-percent stake in a company that holds a service contract to harness petroleum resources in the West Philippine Sea. On Tuesday, Apex Mining Co. Inc. informed the…
MANILA, Philippines — A new Senate resolution urges President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to declare Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan persona non grata or ask Beijing to recall him. Sen. Risa Hontiveros filed Senate Resolution No…
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CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu Vice Gov. Glenn Soco said on Monday that it was still too early to discuss his political plans for the 2028 elections. With more than a year before the next elections, Soco said he wanted…
In a 19-second clip posted to X, Gadi Eisenkot, a candidate for prime minister, stands with his arms outstretched and a huge smile on his face. In slow motion, he runs through a meadow toward a person who resembles his…
Veteran journalist Christiane Amanpour said Monday, Oct. 19, she is leaving her role at CNN after a 43-year career as one of the US broadcaster’s most prominent international correspondents. “After thinking carefully…
MANILA, Philippines—Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla questioned why Sultan Edrieza Hadji Nasser Rimbang, described as the alleged “financier of the entire operation” behind a Laos drug shipment, was not included on the…
For the Safdieh family, pediatric home nursing means Saulie can enjoy more of childhood while his mother has support in caring for his complex medical needs. At preschool, Saulie Safdieh gets to do what children his age…
Elina Svitolina announced on Monday she is divorcing fellow tennis star Gael Monfils after five years of marriage. Ukraine’s Svitolina, the world number six, married French player Monfils in July 2021 and they have a…
As the submission deadline draws closer, the search for the Philippines’ top Changemakers through Samsung Philippines Solve for Tomorrow 2026 enters its final stretch. The nationwide innovation competition calls on…
MANILA, Philippines — Paris-based banking group BNP Paribas is setting up a Philippine delivery center to support its global corporate and institutional banking business. On Monday, Megaworld disclosed to the local…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. should reconsider his decision not to expel China’s envoy to the Philippines, several House lawmakers said Tuesday, renewing their call for the ambassador’s removal…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) summoned over 21 people to shed light on the attempt to smuggle P3.5 billion worth of crystal meth or “shabu”…
MANILA, Philippines —The state weather bureau reported that Super Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi) entered the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) on Tuesday morning, urging it to raise Tropical Cyclone…
MANILA, Philippines — A total of 84 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have been repatriated from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, following missile attacks claimed by Yemeni Houthi rebels, the Overseas Workers Welfare…
MANILA, Philippines — Gambling tycoon Charlie “Atong” Ang has already left the country through the “backdoor,” Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla confirmed on Tuesday…
Washington, United States—Americans vote on November 3, 2026 in midterm elections that will decide whether President Donald Trump’s Republicans retain control of Congress or spend the final two years of his term…
SYDNEY — A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck off the coast of South Pacific nation Vanuatu on Tuesday, the US Geological Survey said. The tremor’s epicenter was about 200 kilometers (120 miles) northwest of the village of…
MANILA, Philippines — Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Tuesday urged the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) to consider establishing a safe route through Bahrain for…
Sydney, Australia—A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck off the coast of South Pacific nation Vanuatu on Tuesday, October 20, the US Geological Survey said. The tremor’s epicentre was about 200 kilometres (120 miles)…
Myanmar’s military-backed government on Monday released rare photos of the country’s detained pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi, who is under house arrest, receiving letters and books from Britain’s King Charles…
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte skipped the budget hearing of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) at the Senate on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. OVP Chief of Staff Atty. Zuleika Lopez, along with other…
Sahara Ray, daughter of professional surfer Tony Ray and an Australian model who was once romantically linked to Justin Bieber, died at the age of 34, her family confirmed. “She passed away last night surrounded by…
Netflix announced Monday that it will produce the second and third seasons of “The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call” simultaneously, with a member of Lovelyz newly joining the series’ central trio. According to the streamer…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Commuters who pay more or less than the prescribed fare on modern public utility jeepneys (PUJs) can seek action against drivers and operators. The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory…
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio kicks off a three-day visit to India on Monday in the finance hub of Mumbai, before heading to Jamnagar, home to a major oil refinery owned by industrial titan Reliance Industries…
MANILA, Philippines—The Commission on Elections (Comelec) began printing ballots on Tuesday, Oct. 20, for the special election in Batanes and the plebiscite in Naga City. Comelec is overseeing the ballot printing…
At a glance, Ray Boe doesn’t stand out from the tens of thousands of other foreign workers toiling at countless construction sites that push Bangkok’s soaring skyline ever higher. Unlike most of them, though, the…
MANILA, Philippines – Sen. JV Ejercito clarified on Tuesday that he is not anti-China, but he is against the recent remarks of Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan who claimed that if China chose to use force it “may easily…
MANILA, Philippines—Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said that criminal networks are exploiting advances in technology and growing cross-border connectivity, urging Asean member states to strengthen regional…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu and the rest of the Visayas will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms on Tuesday, October 20, as localized thunderstorms and the trough of…
WANGARATTA, Australia — Australian lawmaker Helen Haines has lost a leg after being struck by a car in a deliberate attack, local media said Tuesday. Political violence is rare in Australia, but law enforcement have…
Ruffa Gutierrez stressed that her mom Annabelle Rama is alive and well after the latter became a subject of a recent death hoax. Gutierrez issued a statement through her Facebook page on Monday, Oct. 19, while calling…
EDMONTON — Vote counting was underway in Canada’s province of Alberta Monday, as the oil-rich province decides if it wants a binding independence referendum, testing national unity during a crisis in US relations. Prime…
MANILA, Philippines — The Visayas grid is facing another red alert on Tuesday, with potential brownouts threatening residents and businesses amid tight power supply. In an advisory, the National Grid Corp. of the…
Washington, United States—From starving cattle in parched El Salvador to a “terrifying” threat to the world’s coral reefs, this year’s exceptionally strong El Nino is being felt across the globe. Here is how it is…
MANILA, Philippines—Any funds given to a public official by a Chinese state-owned enterprise must be subjected to the “highest level of scrutiny,” according to Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Teodoro was commenting…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu Daily News Digital (CDN Digital) Chief of Reporters Pia Piquero has been selected for the 2026 cohort of the WAN-IFRA Women in News (WIN) Young Leadership Accelerator, a program designed to…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has retained its Tier 1 ranking in the US State Department’s annual Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report for the 11th consecutive year, according to the Association of Southeast…
EL SEGUNDO, California — The Los Angeles Lakers waived guard Dalton Knecht on Monday in their final roster cutdown for the regular season. Knecht was the Lakers’ first-round pick in 2024, and he briefly appeared to be a…
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Residents of Barangays Luca and Lamesa in Balamban, Cebu, may soon get temporary relief with the planned installation of a floating bridge across the Bonbon River. The floating bridge will serve…
SAN FRANCISCO — Angel Reese had 30 points and 16 rebounds, Allisha Gray added 18 points and the Atlanta Dream stymied Golden State on both ends in the second half, beating the Valkyries 79-65 on Monday night to even the…
Tokyo, Japan—A Japanese spacecraft was on its way to one of Mars’s moons on Tuesday on a world-first mission to retrieve samples, potentially helping unlock the origins of the Solar System and life on Earth. The…
Cebu’s fashion scene welcomes a new addition as VIVAIA officially opens its doors at Ayala Center Cebu on October 13, bringing its signature blend of style, comfort, and sustainability closer to local shoppers. The…
MANILA, Philippines – Situated squarely within the tropical solar belt, the Philippines receives an average of 4.5 to 5.5 kilowatt-hours of solar radiation per square meter per day. Yet, fossil fuels continue to…
MANILA, Philippines — GCash parent Mynt Inc. made its Philippine Stock Exchange debut on Tuesday, bringing the country’s largest e-wallet operator to the stock market following strong demand from local and foreign…
BARRANQUILLA, Colombia — Colombia’s new right-wing leader has built himself a costly new presidential palace — a white-columned mansion far from Bogota that doubles as a political manifesto. Tucked inside a Caribbean…
Curious fans are speculating about the relationship status of Bela Padilla and her ex-boyfriend, tech CEO Martin Tan, after their recent sighting and the apparent removal of the actress’ breakup announcement from her…
MANILA, Philippines – Croatia has opened 785 jobs to Filipinos following a government-to-government recruitment activity with the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW). DMW Undersecretary Jainal T. Rasul Jr. and Croatian…
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Third Division on Monday ordered the 90-day suspension of Sen. Rodante Marcoleta in connection with his pending plunder case. Marcoleta is facing plunder charges over allegations…
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MANILA, Philippines – Over 150 photographs by 46 visual journalists are currently on view at Kapitolyo Art Space in Pasig City. The exhibition titled “Solace” showcases photographs from the Philippines, India, Mongolia…
MANILA, Philippines — The trough of Super Typhoon Champi, which remains outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR), is expected to bring rains to much of Luzon and the Visayas on Tuesday, according to the state…
COTABATO CITY – Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) Peace Implementing Panel chairperson Mohagher Iqbal has welcomed the national government’s assurance that it will not intervene in the Bangsamoro Parliament’s…
EV owners are set to take center stage at the country’s biggest electric vehicle (EV) event this year. The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) today signed a partnership with the Philippine EV…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has called for a swift investigation into the killing of a 24-year-old man whose remains were found in a vacant lot near Citilink Terminal in Barangay Pahina…
MANILA, Philippines —Lawmakers are considering an inquiry into possible links between pro-China propaganda networks and online supporters of Vice President Sara Duterte, Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon said Monday. Ridon…
Atasha Muhlach can stand tall as she was able to vindicate herself amid the criticisms when she landed the lead role of Annie Batungbakal in the “Bongga Ka ‘Day” musical, said co-star and veteran stage and screen actor…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Local authorities are looking into a possible love angle in the fatal shooting of a police applicant on Sunday night, October 18, in Barangay Tisa, Cebu City. The victim, identified as John, was…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines played a significant role in boosting global pineapple trade in 2025, supported by substantial investments in improving domestic production, according to the United Nations Food and…
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MANILA, Philippines — A resolution calling on the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to recommend declaring Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan persona non grata was filed in the Senate on Monday. Sen. Erwin Tulfo filed…
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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Monday summoned Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan to formally protest his remark that China could “easily win” a confrontation with the Philippines, calling it…
MANILA, Philippines — Chinese-Filipino businessmen fear that escalating tensions with Beijing could jeopardize their investments and livelihoods, warning that imposing sanctions against Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan…
MIAMI — Britain’s Met Office says this year’s El Niño is “unprecedented.” Japan’s weather agency has called it the strongest ever observed. US forecasters say it still trails the biggest events in its record books. How…
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The deaths of two indigenous farmers in Alabel, Sarangani, should trouble us for more than the tragic loss of two lives. They should force us to ask why a land dispute, unresolved through barangay-level efforts, could…
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SHANGHAI, China — With China’s economy still struggling to recover from the pandemic, even global fashion icons are beginning to feel the pinch as consumers turn instead to the secondhand market or buy upstart new…
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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group has subpoenaed more than 21 individuals to shed light on the attempt to smuggle P3.5 billion worth of crystal meth or…
NAGOYA—Filipino swim ace Ernie Gawilan struck gold here, delivering the Philippines’ first gold medal at the 5th Asian Para Games at the Rainbow Pool of the Nagoya City General Gymnasium. The 35-year-old Davao City…
Jeff Lumbo comes back to the place of his first professional win and hopes to rekindle the same magic to snap what is now a year-long drought for a championship when the ICTSI South Pacific Championship gets off the…
In Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, football is practically a way of life. But even in the quiet municipality, it takes more than just heritage to develop a steady stream of elite players. Former national player Perfecto “Pike”…
Mapua extended its winning streak to six games with a commanding 71-43 victory over San Sebastian in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Monday. The Cardinals cruised to their sixth…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso sank deeper into record-low territory on Monday, closing further below the 63-per-dollar mark as a stronger US dollar, elevated oil prices and mounting global uncertainties kept…
MANILA, Philippines — The country’s dollar deficit swelled to its widest in more than a year in September, as renewed tensions between the United States and Iran pushed import costs higher and weighed on investor flows…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is turning to government-to-government financing to revive several long-delayed railway projects, with India and France among the countries being approached…
MANILA, Philippines — US-based global investment firm KKR & Co. Inc. has expressed interest in financing priority projects under the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC), spanning digital finance, manufacturing, energy and…
MANILA, Philippines — Fintech Salmon Group has secured $140 million in additional financing to fund the rollout of new lending products nationwide and expand its existing lending business in the Philippines. In a…
MANILA, Philippines — ComClark Network and Technology Corp. of tech tycoon Dennis Anthony Uy is bringing in British air traffic management company NATS to strengthen its P33-billion bid to modernize the Philippines’ air…
MANILA, Philippines — State-run Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is targeting to begin the relocation of residents and farmers within the 1,619-hectare (ha) site earmarked for the US-backed Pax Silica…
MANILA, Philippines — Taiwanese solar float manufacturer Suntoward Tech Philippine Inc. will begin production in Pampanga in the first quarter of 2027, establishing its Philippine manufacturing presence through…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) has opened the application for the 2027 import quotas for five commodities, including pork and chicken. According to the notice posted on its website, the agency…
MANILA, Philippines — Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) said Monday that it has paid P70.5 billion in government share over nearly three decades, warning that the country could lose a major source of revenue if it…
MANILA, Philippines — The initial public offering (IPO) of GCash parent Mynt Inc. could renew interest in Philippine stocks and bring more retail investors into the market, according to Unicapital Securities Inc. The…
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is soliciting proposals for the construction of phase one of the Clark National Food Hub, valued at P1.9 billion, to streamline the distribution of agricultural products. The…
Washington, United States—US President Donald Trump heads to Kansas on Monday to open a seven-state campaign blitz through territory he carried in 2024, as dismal polls and unexpectedly tight races in Republican…
Paris, France—France’s digital minister on Monday urged online resale platforms to remove listings for “stolen items” following Saturday’s looting and summoned representatives of companies including Vinted and eBay for…
Paris, France—Upon arriving at a blockaded and closed Louvre after a more than 20-hour plane journey from Australia, Anne Boland had advice for tourists planning to visit Paris. “Stay home!” the 73-year-old pensioner…
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MANILA, Philippines — Three rehabilitated and modernized Edsa Busway stations in Quezon City and Caloocan City opened to the public on Tuesday, Oct. 20, with improvements aimed at making commuting more comfortable and…
ILOILO CITY, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) has directed schools and Schools Division Offices (SDOs) in areas potentially affected by Super Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi) to activate…
OLONGAPO CITY, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Tuesday, Oct. 20, suspended sea travel for all motor bancas and other watercraft within its jurisdiction in Aurora province as a precaution against Super…
MANILA, Philippines — Quezon City Rep. Patrick Michael Vargas on Tuesday filed a landmark bill that seeks to incentivize recycling of household waste. Vargas said that House Bill No. 11146, or the Basura to Ayuda Act…
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — Couples, families and visitors now have a new destination in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte following the opening on Monday, Oct. 19, of the Love Lock Bridge, a tourist attraction where people can…
MANILA, Philippines — No bettor won the ₱420.16 million Ultra Lotto 6/58 jackpot in the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) draw on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026. The winning combination for Ultra Lotto 6/58 was…
MANILA, Philippines — It was “general knowledge” that alleged “kickbacks” given to various proponents, including senators, are given by contractors of government infrastructure projects. This was according to NBI…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines had 2.8 million registered persons with disabilities (PWDs) as of Aug. 3, according to the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA). Although the number of registered PWDs is…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Pampanga Rep. Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales on Tuesday said he would prove his innocence before the Sandiganbayan, where three counts of graft had been filed against him. Gonzales made the remark…
Wind Signal No. 1 raised in 6 Luzon areas due to Super Typhoon Rosal Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 1 was hoisted over more areas in Luzon due to Super Typhoon Rosal off Central Luzon, the state weather bureau…
MANILA, Philippines — Only one out of five of the subpoenaed hosts of the podcast ‘Machong Chismisan’ arrived at the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) in Pasay City on Tuesday. This appearance comes following a…
MANILA, Philippines — “We have fundamentally rewritten the financial story of our city,” Quezon City Mayor Maria Josefina “Joy” Belmonte said on Monday in her 2026 State of the City Address (SOCA), which she delivered…
QUEZON, Bukidnon — Manobo and Talaandig ethnic groups in Quezon, Bukidnon, commemorated the 29th National Indigenous Peoples Month on Tuesday. The event was held in line with celebrations marking the anniversary of the…
MANILA, Philippines — A 32-year-old woman suspected of trafficking children was arrested in San Luis, Aurora. However, the two eight-month-old twins from Taguig she allegedly abducted are missing. The report comes from…
MANILA, Philippines — Super Typhoon Rosal off Central Luzon is expected to bring significant rainfall to parts of the country starting Thursday afternoon, Oct. 22, after it slightly intensified, the state weather bureau…
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in the Ilocos Region has prepared 128,843 food and nonfood items for families who may be affected by Super Typhoon Rosal (international…
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has declared unconstitutional certain provisions of the 2024 and 2025 national budgets, as well as key unprogrammed appropriations in the 2026 budget, after finding that Congress…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A 56-year-old man tagged as Northern Mindanao’s second most wanted fugitive was captured in Zamboanga del Norte over the weekend, after months in hiding, police said Tuesday. In a statement, the…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday vowed a smooth transition of Sulu province from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to Region 9 (Zamboanga Peninsula). On Sept. 9…
MANILA, Philippines — Saying that agency heads traditionally appear before Congress to defend their budgets, Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian questioned Vice President Sara Duterte’s absence at the Senate on Thursday…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Mark Villar is pushing for mandatory free health maintenance organization (HMO) coverage for government employees to shield them and their families from costly health emergencies. “Our…
MANILA, Philippines — House prosecutors are ready to turn over the trove of evidence they collected for Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. However, the panel prefers to await a formal subpoena before…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — The waters off Dinagat Islands will host military live-fire war games this week, with the provincial government backing the drill. Gov. Nilo Demerey Jr. issued Executive Order No. 10-05…
MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 1 was hoisted over more areas in Luzon due to Super Typhoon Rosal off Central Luzon, the state weather bureau said. In its 5 p.m. weather advisory, the…
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday expressed hope that the Bureau of Customs’ (BOC) proposed P29.9-billion budget under the 2027 National Expenditure Program (NEP) would be restored after it was slashed to P5.9…
MANILA, Philippines—Dengue and leptospirosis cases nationwide declined in the latest reporting period, according to the Department of Health (DOH). Dengue cases In the latest two-week reporting period, dengue cases…
MANILA, Philippines—The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) is investigating a viral video showing a reported commotion outside the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) in Quezon City on Monday. The scene reportedly…
LEGAZPI CITY — The Department of Agrarian Reform distributed 1,136 land titles covering 1,741.43 hectares to 1,052 agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) across Bicol on Tuesday. Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado M…
IBA, Zambales — Six wild animals were released into a forested area of Aurora Memorial National Park, a protected area spanning parts of Aurora and Nueva Ecija provinces, after undergoing rehabilitation, the Department…
MANILA, Philippines — Lawyer Romulo Macalintal, an advocate for the rights of senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs), on Tuesday urged authorities to pursue an investigation into the “Machong Chismisan”…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co switched from duraboxes to “maleta” (suitcases) to transport kickbacks worth up to P40 million per delivery due to durability issues, state witness and former Public…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A pre-dawn checkpoint operation in Misamis Occidental thwarted an attempt to transport nearly P6.5 million worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes bound for Central Luzon, leading to the arrest of…
MANILA, Philippines — A 20-year-old college student from Lipa, Batangas was killed by stabbing last week. The unidentified male suspect is at large, according to the spot report obtained by the Inquirer from the Lipa…
TACLOBAN CITY — A fisherman and his seven-year-old son who went missing after leaving for a fishing trip were found stranded in the maritime area near Maripipi, Biliran province, on Monday, according to the Municipal…
MANILA, Philippines — The northeast monsoon, or “amihan” season, which will bring cooler and drier air, is expected to begin between October 22 and October 30, according to the state weather bureau on Tuesday. In a…
LINGAYEN, Pangasinan — Pangasinan’s agricultural sector is expected to have sufficient irrigation until the second palay cropping season in 2027, with San Roque Dam’s water level in San Manuel at 283.21 meters above sea…
Charles Luke Templonuevo, a Bachelor of Science in IT student at Notre Dame of Marbel University, developed KoroAR as his undergraduate thesis project, using augmented reality (AR) to make historical landmarks, notable…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Tuesday criticized Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano and his sister, Sen. Pia Cayetano, for their line of questioning during a hearing on the Laguna Lake…
PALO, Leyte — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to protect the country’s sovereignty and turn wartime heroes’ sacrifices into concrete improvements in people’s lives, as the country marked the 82nd…
MANILA, Philippines — The complainants in the first and third articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday said the prosecution’s move to abandon most of the charges was a “strategic move” to…
MANILA, Philippines — State witness and former Public Works Undersecretary Henry Alcantara on Tuesday told the Sandiganbayan that he got a 2 percent cut as “lambing” (gentle request) from alleged kickbacks for former…
MANILA, Philippines — Northern parts of the country are expected to bear the brunt of Super Typhoon Rosal, with heavy rains and strong winds possible in the coming days, the state weather bureau said Tuesday. The…
MANILA, Philippines – In preparation for the effects of the Super El Niño in late December until the first quarter of 2027, restrictions on non-essential water use are being considered by the Local Water Utilities…
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday defended the appointment of Zofia Canlas as commissioner of the Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor (PCUP), amid public scrutiny over her lavish lifestyle and alleged…
TANTANGAN, South Cotabato — A P50 million district hospital will rise in Tantangan, South Cotabato, bringing health and medical services closer to residents and nearby communities. Officials held a groundbreaking…
MANILA, Philippines—The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) is expanding access to selected first-line anti-tuberculosis (TB) medicines through its Guaranteed and Accessible Medications for Outpatient…
MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said Tuesday that arresting Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who was last monitored in Mindanao, could lead to 10,000 deaths. Remulla said this is the reason why…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Nine years after her son was gunned down in the streets of Tondo, a grieving mother is taking her fight for justice and accountability to the public. Nanette Castillo will take the stand this…
MANILA, Philippines — Here are INQToday’s top stories this afternoon: Super Typhoon Rosal, internationally known as Champi, has entered the Philippine area of responsibility, prompting the raising of Tropical Cyclone…
MANILA, Philippines — The alleged 20% “commitment” or kickback scheme in infrastructure projects began in 2022 and escalated to 25% during the time of former House Speaker Martin Romualdez. State witness and ex-Public…
TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol —The Cebu provincial government will convene medical experts, education officials, local government leaders, and parent representatives on Tuesday to discuss air quality concerns and guidelines…
MANILA, Philippines – Citing parliamentary courtesy, the Senate finance subcommittee on Tuesday swiftly approved on committee level the Office of the Vice President’s (OVP) proposed 2027 budget of P785.2 million. “Of…
MANILA, Philippines — The heat index in General Santos City reached an extremely dangerous 55°C Tuesday morning, according to the state weather bureau. Based on the interactive map of the Philippine Atmospheric…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Bulalacao municipal government in Oriental Mindoro is asking the Department of Agriculture to secure fuel subsidies for farmers, as a prolonged dry spell threatens crop production…
MANILA, Philippines — Super Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi) entered the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) on Tuesday morning with Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 1 raised over parts of Northern…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday vowed that the government will continue to pursue reforms to boost investor confidence and help the stock market grow. He made the statement during the…
MANILA, Philippines – Vice President Sara Duterte did not attend the budget hearing of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) at the Senate on Tuesday. To defend the office’s P785 million budget for 2027 in Duterte’s…
COTABATO CITY – Two soldiers who were wounded in a recent clash with a lawless armed group in Sultan Kudarat province were honored for courageously performing their duties. Brig. Gen. Ricky Bunayog, commander of the…
Rice is commonly perceived as an expensive staple food in the Philippines. However, market prices often exclude substantial environmental and social externalities generated during production. Building on Teodoro C…
MANILA, Philippines — After two straight weeks of oil price increases, gasoline prices will roll back by at least P4.30 per liter and kerosene by P1 per liter on Tuesday, while diesel prices will rise by P2.60 per…
CITY OF BALIWAG — Water buckets, drums, and other branded containers have been flying off the shelves for more than a week now as residents deal with ongoing water service interruptions in many Bulacan towns and the…
MANILA, Philippines — Moderate to heavy rain with lightning and strong winds are expected in parts of Quezon and Laguna on Tuesday morning, according to the state weather bureau. READ: Super Typhoon Champi’s trough to…
MANILA, Philippines — Taal Volcano in Batangas logged a minor phreatic eruption early Tuesday, which released a plume that rose 300 meters from its crater, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and…
PUERTO PRINCESA CITY— A police officer and a bystander died in a shooting incident at Sitio Marabahay, Barangay Rio Tuba in the Palawan town of Bataraza on Monday, the Bataraza Municipal Police Station said. The law…
MANILA, Philippines — Henry Alcantara, a former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) official who became a state witness, took the witness stand before the Sandiganbayan Third Division on Tuesday to testify…
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — Local scuba divers and search teams from the Valencia City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) are conducting an underwater search-and-retrieval operation at the San Carlos…
COTABATO CITY – Police and Marine troops seized 300 master cases of suspected smuggled cigarettes worth P17.55 million during a hot pursuit operation in Parang, Maguindanao del Norte, on Monday afternoon, Oct. 19…
MANILA, Philippines — East zone concessionaire Manila Water has advised its customers to store enough water ahead of scheduled maintenance activities in parts of Taguig, Marikina, and Rizal from Tuesday, October 20 to…
LUCENA CITY — The water level of Laguna de Bay dropped to 12.20 meters on Monday afternoon (Oct. 19), remaining below the 12.50-meter critical-high threshold, according to the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA)…
MANILA, Philippines — The trough of Super Typhoon Champi, which is being monitored outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR), will bring rain to most part of Luzon and Visayas on Tuesday, according to the…
MANILA, Philippines — A party-list group advocating for persons with disabilities (PWDs) made good on its promise to file a complaint against the hosts and producers of the recently canceled “Machong Chismisan” podcast…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) is proposing a P61.99-billion action plan to minimize the impact of El Niño on the country’s farm production to safeguard the livelihoods of farmers and fishers…
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan’s Third Division on Monday suspended Sen. Rodante Marcoleta due to his plunder case. Marcoleta was charged with plunder for accepting a P75-million donation while sitting as a…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) has indefinitely suspended the operations of six vessels of Atienza Interisland Ferries after the Sept. 9 fire that gutted one of its passenger-cargo…
MANILA, Philippines — Vice Adm. Rommel Supangan is the new commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), replacing Adm. Ronnie Gil Gavan, Palace press officer Claire Castro announced on Monday. President Marcos led…
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos paid tribute to nurses on Monday, thanking them for their service to the country as he also vowed to improve their welfare by providing them with government support, benefits and…
Manila logged 31 new cases of dengue on Monday, bringing the number of cases to 4,048 since Jan. 1. The city also recorded 28 new cases of influenza-like illness (ILI), two cases of severe acute respiratory infection…
COTABATO CITY—The national government will not interfere in the election of the chief minister and other officials of the first regular parliament in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM)…
BACOLOD CITY—Thousands of residents and tourists flocked to Bacolod over the weekend for the 2026 MassKara Festival street dancing and arena competitions, featuring colorful costumes, elaborate choreography and the…
QUEZON, BUKIDNON—Importing raw sugar to stabilize domestic market prices risks collapsing local production and depressing farm-gate prices nationwide, an industry leader here warned. Pablo Lorenzo III, president and…
CALASIAO, PANGASINAN—Newly installed Urdaneta City Mayor Blesildo Sumera assured city employees that they would keep their jobs under his administration, pledging to listen to all sectors before making decisions…
MANILA, Philippines – Philippine officials and alleged online trolls who defend China could be giving Beijing more confidence to make daring acts and statements amid the escalating tensions in the West Philippine Sea…
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