SCHEDULE: 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals ANTIPOLO—Coach LA Tenorio summed up his frustrations over Magnolia’s Game 2 loss to TNT in the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals on Wednesday during a huddle that was…
SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 basketball tournament – second round ANTIPOLO—NLEX moved on the cusp of ending its string of playoff flameouts after defeating Phoenix, 124-117, for a 2-0 lead in the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup…
Urda, Spain—A high-speed train collision south of Madrid killed 64 people and injured scores more on Wednesday, with the toll likely to rise, authorities said in one of Europe’s deadliest such disasters this century…
LIVE: Alex Eala vs Talia Gibson – Pan Pacific Open Round of 16 TOKYO–Alex Eala came from behind to beat Talia Gibson 4-6, 6-2, 6-0 at the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo on Wednesday and said “it took a lot to turn that match…
BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — A social enterprise from Negros has brought international acclaim to the country after winning the Main Seoul Design Award at Seoul Design Week 2026 for its eco-friendly…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuano triathlon standouts Andrew Kim Remolino and Raven Faith Alcoseba will banner the Philippine team competing in the 2026 Asia Triathlon Cup Chongqing in China. The Philippine delegation…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Japan have agreed to work toward the transfer of the first Abukuma-class warship to the Philippine Navy as soon as possible after its decommissioning, as the two countries…
ANTIPOLO—For the second straight game, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson delivered a performance that put TNT on the cusp of sweeping the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinal series with Magnolia. That despite facing a team known…
An extra hour of sleep is on the way for most Americans, though the “fall back” to standard time will bring darker afternoons, too. One tip: Try to get outside for some morning sun — it’ll help your body clock reset…
ILOILO CITY — For returning Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) displaced by escalating tensions in the Middle East, homecoming brings both safety and daunting financial uncertainty. To ease this transition, the Iloilo…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences (FAMAS) has clarified the distinction between Maricel Soriano’s Best Actress win and Maris Racal’s Actress of Distinction honor at its 74th awards…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — There is no doubt that panalay basketball has taken over the local basketball scene in the Philippines, at least whenever Gilas Pilipinas is not playing in a FIBA tournament. On social media…
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is now studying whether to expand its One-Time Abatement Program for Micro Taxpayers after noting a strong response to it. In a statement on Wednesday, the BIR…
SCHEDULE: 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals ANTIPOLO—Rondae Hollis-Jefferson put on another big performance as TNT dominated Magnolia, 91-73, to move on the cusp of sweeping their best-of-five 2026 PBA Governors’…
SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 basketball tournament – second round MANILA, Philippines–Far Eastern University held off Adamson University, 73-66, on Wednesday to snap its three-game losing streak in the UAAP Season 89 men’s…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former Mayor Raymond Alvin Neri Garcia has asked the Office of the Ombudsman to reconsider its ruling holding him administratively liable over cockfighting derbies at NUSTAR Resort and Casino…
MANILA, Philippines — Lawyers of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa have returned to the Supreme Court, asking it to reconsider its earlier ruling and shield the senator from arrest and possible surrender to the International…
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — A total of 823 personnel from various agencies will be deployed across Mandaue City from October 31 to November 3 to ensure public safety during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day…
Filipino chef Christopher Tamayo looked back on his experience cooking for National Basketball Association (NBA) players in the United States as he guested on the noontime show “Eat Bulaga,” saying it was one of the…
LIVE: Alex Eala vs Talia Gibson – Pan Pacific Open Round of 16 MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala stormed back to beat Australia’s Talia Gibson, 4-6, 6-2, 6-0, and reach the Toray Pan Pacific Open quarterfinals on Wednesday…
MANILA, Philippines — The Marcos administration underscores mining’s strategic importance as Mining Philippines 2026 draws international participation. Department of Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Juan…
MADRID, Spain—A high-speed train collision south of Madrid killed 31 people and injured another 80 on Wednesday, regional authorities told AFP in an updated toll of one of Spain’s deadliest rail disasters. The figures…
SCHEDULE: 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals MANILA, Philippines–Barangay Ginebra was glad to see Isaac Go put together a vital performance in Game 1 of their 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinal series with sister…
MANILA, Philippines — The government has ordered telecom firms in the Philippines to strengthen checks on subscribers with many registered SIM cards to prevent illicit activities like scams. In a statement, the National…
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will utilize a messaging platform for the canvassing of votes for the special elections in Batanes on November 28. Comelec chairperson George Garcia on…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuano standout Jared Bahay came through when it mattered most, outdueling fellow Cebuano Reinhard Jumamoy in the closing minutes to steer Ateneo de Manila University past National University…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — ArAr “Asero” Andales is all set for another important fight in Japan after he and Japanese opponent Raito Kataoka successfully made weight on Wednesday ahead of their vacant Oriental and Pacific…
MANILA, Philippines–Ateneo captured the inaugural UAAP women’s badminton team event title under the new format, defeating National University, 3-1, on Wednesday at Gameville Central Park in Mandaluyong City. The Blue…
MANILA, Philippines — A data scientist said that the Philippines — classified as an upper-middle-income economy this year — spends less than one-third of 1 percent of its gross domestic product (GDP) on research and…
MANILA, Philippines — Choco Mucho coach Dante Alinsunurin gave Alina Bicar her due, with the setter spelling the difference in the Flying Titans’ 3-1 start in the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Conference. It’s…
People say that animals are part of the family. They become our companions and our source of comfort and sometimes, the ones who make a house feel like home. But while many pets have a place to call home, countless…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City police filed murder complaints against 12 people on October 27 over the killing of Isaac Vergel Viernes, whose body investigators found buried under cement and charcoal 12 days after…
COTABATO CITY — The national government on Wednesday said security measures were in place for the inaugural session of the newly elected Bangsamoro Parliament on Friday, Oct. 30. Secretary Mel Senen Sarmiento…
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Have you ever felt that feeling that someone is watching you from behind? That funny feeling you get when you’re walking in a dark hallway, or even on the street alone, and you get that feeling of…
Vice Ganda said the Philippines is the only country in Asia to receive a second season of “LOL: Last One Laughing,” citing the strong performance of the comedy competition’s first installment as the show prepares for…
SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 basketball tournament – second round MANILA, Philippines–Ateneo completed an elimination-round sweep of National University with a 69-65 win on Wednesday in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball…
MANILA, Philippines — Ayala Corp. seeks to buy back up to P19.5 billion worth of shares from public investors as it advances a planned deal with Japanese giant Mitsubishi Corp. On Wednesday, the group said it plans to…
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will resume its voter registration on November 10, 2026, until July 30, 2027, ahead of the 2028 national and local elections, its Chairperson George Erwin…
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida— Milwaukee was three outs from its first World Series title when Junior Camerino started the bottom of the 12th inning with a grounder to third. Thousands of Brewers fans who trekked to Tropicana…
MANILA, Philippines — For Caitlin Viray, coming back home to Choco Mucho was one thing. Finding her rhythm again after two years away was another. After spending three seasons with Choco Mucho, Viray moved to Farm…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The United States and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) may develop a framework for defense cooperation to guide joint efforts on shared security interests, US Secretary of War…
MANILA, Philippines — Local stocks fell on Wednesday as higher oil prices and a weakening peso stoked inflation concerns, while elevated treasury yields dampened demand for equities. The benchmark Philippine Stock…
Manila, Philippines — Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa said that a government bounty placed on his head puts his life in “serious danger” and asked the Supreme Court to stop his arrest on Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026. Dela Rosa…
MANILA, Philippines–University of the Philippines will compete in the upcoming Asian University Basketball League (AUBL) under a new home-and-away format for the group stage. The Fighting Maroons will represent the…
There is a certain rhythm to a perfect mall day. It ideally begins with a good cup of coffee, finds its stride over a satisfying lunch, takes a sweet detour in the afternoon, and eventually brings everyone together…
MANILA, Philippines — A Mandaluyong regional trial court dismissed a petition for indirect contempt filed against several members of the Lopez majority bloc over alleged violations of a temporary retraining order linked…
Five years since Yllana Aduana’s coronation as Miss FIT (Face, Intelligence, Tone) Philippines, another Laguna bet clinched the crown, Kailey Rose Kemp from the City of Santa Rosa. The new queen bested 20 other…
Major brands in China have dropped French football star Kylian Mbappe, saying he “hurt the feelings of the Chinese people” after a video circulated online in which he apparently joked about former leader Mao Zedong. He…
In the Philippines, Halloween movie nights are serious business for horror fans. While jump scares and slasher flicks are fun, sometimes you need a movie with real backbone: critically acclaimed, award-winning horror…
MANILA, Philippines — Hotlines have been launched by the Philippine National Police on Wednesday for the public to report verifiable information on the whereabouts of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who has been wanted by…
foodpanda Philippines concluded its nationwide CRAVE Partner Summit and Awards 2026 in Manila, gathering merchants and industry leaders to discuss digital innovation, evolving consumer behavior, and strategic…
PARIS–Stan Wawrinka bid farewell to tennis on Tuesday, bringing the curtain down on a decorated 24-year career after a first-round exit at the Basel Open. The 41-year-old Swiss announced earlier in the season that his…
Cebu City, Philippines — Authorities arrested a habal-habal driver classified as a high-value individual (HVI) during a buy-bust operation in Sitio Rattan, Barangay Tangke, Talisay City, late Tuesday evening, October…
BANGKOK — Police and the Department of Provincial Administration have expanded their investigation into a “Fathers for Hire” network that used Thai men to falsely acknowledge paternity of children born to foreign…
South Korea’s politicians are once again butting heads over golf — this time with the focus on first lady Kim Hea Kyung. Rep. Joo Jin-woo of the main opposition People Power Party has accused the presidential couple of…
UNITED NATIONS — A furious shouting match between representatives of the United States and Cuba prompted the temporary suspension of debate at the UN General Assembly on Tuesday. The row broke out during debate on a…
The Filinvest Group continued its record of strong corporate governance as its four publicly listed companies were once again recognized at the 2026 Golden Arrow Awards organized by the Institute of Corporate Directors…
Zara Lopez announced that she is permanently “closing the chapter” with Viva Hot Babes, while also revealing an apparent feud between her and Katya Santos and her partner, Paolo Pilar. Lopez issued a statement on her…
MANILA, Philippines – Lawyers for Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa have returned to the Supreme Court, urging it to reconsider its earlier ruling and shield the senator from any attempt to arrest him and turn him over to…
An “absent” father is a common theme in a Filipino household. But can a father who provides financial support without physical presence still be considered an “absent” parent? “Buddy,” starring Michael de Mesa, explores…
MANILA, Philippines — A member of the Philippine National Police Aviation Security Group on Wednesday, Oct. 28, detailed her involvement in the alleged shipment of 521 kilograms of shabu worth P3.5 billion that was…
Onda Fit, the Philippine based booking and payment platform for sports courts and fitness facilities, has partnered with Reclub to become the community app’s first venue verification partner worldwide. The partnership…
SALT LAKE CITY — Jazz forward Jaren Jackson Jr. will be sidelined for at least six weeks after tearing the MCL in his right knee during the second quarter of Utah’s 110-105 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Lauri…
MANILA, Philippines–National University captured the inaugural UAAP men’s badminton team title under the new format, beating Ateneo, 3-1, in Wednesday’s Season 89 final at Gameville Central Park in Mandaluyong City. The…
Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and his U.S. counterpart Pete Hegseth agreed Wednesday in the Philippines the importance of increased defense investment and continued strategic alignment to strengthen the…
The 74th edition of the Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences (Famas) Awards hailed Maricel Soriano and McCoy de Leon as its respective Best Actress and Best Actor awardees, while Maris Racal received the…
A lawmaker on Tuesday called for continued oversight of all countries that send workers to Korea to ensure foreign nationals are not unfairly penalized by their native countries while working in Korea. The move follows…
President Lee Jae Myung said Tuesday that low economic growth was the root cause of social unrest across Europe and that South Korea must learn from the turmoil. His remarks came as Europe has been grappling with a wave…
LOS ANGELES — Ja Morant and Deni Avdija scored 23 points apiece, Damian Lillard added 21 and hit a clutch 3-pointer with 43 seconds to play, and the Portland Trail Blazers remained unbeaten with a 136-129 victory over…
BEIJING — Football star Kylian Mbappe apologized for comments in which he apparently referred to Mao Zedong, the founding leader of Communist China, as a dictator, after facing backlash and losing brand deals with at…
“The Pitt” star Noah Wyle was named by American magazine People as this year’s Sexiest Man Alive—a title he said he never imagined receiving. “I thought that sounded like a prank—just not in a million years did I think…
JERUSALEM — Israelis voted on Tuesday in their highest turnout for decades, with exit polls showing the camp of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and that of his rival are neck and neck. Exit polls from the three…
What should have been an evening of tributes and prayers for a departed friend turned into an unforgettable experience for Filipino artist Joscephine Gomez. It happened in 2024, when Gomez joined fellow poets at the…
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky would be set up “very soon.” The announcement came as…
TORONTO — Kawhi Leonard is not expected to play when Toronto visits the Los Angeles Clippers next week, after the Raptors announced Tuesday that the veteran forward will be sidelined for at least a week because of…
SYDNEY — Australian police have charged a man with falsely claiming he was injured in a mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach in an attempt to gain financial compensation. A father-and-son duo allegedly carried out the…
Minnesota guard Anthony Edwards needs an arthroscopic procedure to alleviate issues with his right knee and will miss several weeks, a person with knowledge of the matter said Tuesday. The person spoke to The Associated…
The romantic pop ballad serves as the new theme song of Someone, Someday, capturing the vulnerability and uncertainty of falling for a closest friend. James Reid and Kathryn Bernardo explore unspoken confessions in…
As she continues to battle several autoimmune diseases, Kris Aquino is facing another health hurdle, revealing that two of her major organs need more medical attention. The Queen of All Media shared this via her…
LOS ANGELES — A California appeals court on Tuesday upheld actor Danny Masterson’s convictions and long prison sentence for raping two women at his home in 2003. In an 89-page ruling, the three-judge panel unanimously…
About Minami Saki By Astoria Located in the heart of the Ortigas Business District, Minami Saki By Astoria offers an authentic Japanese dining experience shaped by its elegant interiors, carefully prepared Japanese…
SAN ANTONIO — Victor Wembanyama had 29 points and 10 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings 130-103 on Tuesday night for their first home victory of the season. Julian Champagnie added 26 points on…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu may not experience a sharp drop in temperatures as the northeast monsoon, or Amihan, officially begins. The state weather bureau is expecting only limited immediate changes in the…
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Wednesday called for stronger cooperation among Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) member-states on food and energy security as the region…
Alex Eala faces Australia’s Talia Gibson for a quarterfinal spot in the WTA 500 Toray Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo, Japan. SCHEDULE: Alex Eala at Pan Pacific Open October 28, Wednesday – Center Court 4:o0 p.m. (tentative)…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Wednesday urged Southeast Asian nations to resolve South China Sea disputes through peaceful and legal means amid shifting regional security conditions…
On Monday evening, the courtyard of a home at Dhekaha in ward 1 of Pipara Rural Municipality, Mahottari, was crowded with neighbours. A pall of grief hung over the gathering. Sitting quietly and struggling to steady…
Michael V said “Bubble Gang” is still looking for content creators who possess the traits needed for the long-running gag show, noting that television comedy requires a different kind of discipline. In a round-table…
Israel’s vote this Tuesday is the first general election for the country since the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023 — an assault which led to one of the deepest security crises in Israel’s history. As incumbent Prime…
For over a decade, Federal Land’s Marco Polo Residences in Cebu has offered a tranquil living environment for residents seeking elevated city living. Located atop Nivel Hills, it is Cebu’s first branded residence…
SINGAPORE — The pounding of running shoes echoes through a Singapore shopping mall as fitness enthusiasts desperate to exercise take refuge from choking haze. Smoke from wildfires in neighboring Indonesia has sent air…
COTABATO CITY — Military and police forces are on full alert ahead of the inaugural session of the newly elected Bangsamoro Parliament on Friday, Oct.30, with troops and armored tanks deployed in strategic parts of the…
Now it can be said. Ruffa Gutierrez disclosed that her dad veteran actor Eddie Gutierrez had faced a medical challenge, but has now been declared cancer-free by his Singapore-based doctors. Speaking to the entertainment…
NEW YORK — Karl-Anthony Towns had 27 points and 20 rebounds, and the New York Knicks avoided what would have been the second 0-4 start by a defending champion in NBA history by beating the previously undefeated Detroit…
The US government has begun a quiet reproachment with Myanmar’s military-backed government, holding two rounds of talks since September with State Department representative Michael Vance. American diplomats reportedly…
BOSTON — Jayson Tatum buried a 17-foot jumper at the overtime buzzer to cap a 40-point night, and the Boston Celtics beat the Brooklyn Nets 125-124 on Tuesday night for their third straight victory. Tatum finished 10 of…
BANGKOK — Bangkok and six central provinces face possible flooding from high tides between October 27 and November 5, 2026, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has warned. DDPM director-general…
NEW YORK, United States — The NBA reigning champion New York Knicks finally got their first win of the season, beating the Detroit Pistons 111-97 Tuesday with 27 points from Karl-Anthony Towns and 23 from Jalen Brunson…
Shuvee Etrata is leaving it up to her suitor, Anthony Constantino, to handle the situation should other housemates develop feelings for him during his stint on “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 3.0.” During…
WASHINGTON — Defeated right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro will be granted entry into the United States, Washington said Tuesday, amid media reports that he has left Brazil for the country despite a court…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Cebu has tightened documentary and quarantine requirements for shipments of live hogs, pork, and pork products entering the province, while allowing their entry subject to strict regulatory…
Parents in Japan are taking an increasingly active role in their children’s lives, helping them find marriage partners, navigate job hunting and secure housing, as the line between parental support and personal…
MANILA, Philippines— Lawyers representing victims of the drug war before the International Criminal Court (ICC) have agreed with the prosecution’s request to admit as evidence the testimonies of three witnesses on the…
It’s 2026 and you’re a young adult getting ready to jump into the next phase of your life. You’ve got a driver’s license, ready to hit the road with friends. New passport in hand, you can’t wait to see the world and go…
CEBU, Philippines — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) policy rate was raised to 5.5 percent on Oct. 22, the fourth hike this year. September inflation accelerated to 7.2 percent, and the Philippine Statistics…
CEBU, Philippines — Pamela “Pam” Baricuatro and Nestor Archival pulled off upset victories against their more politically entrenched and moneyed rivals during the 2025 elections mainly due to Cebuanos’ ardent desire for…
CEBU, Philippines — Cebu has a little bit of everything any tourist could ask for: breathtaking beaches, mountain trails, majestic waterfalls, historic landmarks and a distinctive culinary tradition. You name it. The…
CEBU, Philippines — Cebu needs to chart a new course for economic growth, and one that moves beyond its traditional strengths to build a more competitive, resilient and investment-ready economy. With growth slowing and…
Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) has retained its position as the Philippines’ Strongest Bank for the sixth year in a row, with The Asian Banker (TAB) recognizing the Bank’s performance across key measures of…
CEBU, Philippines — For generations, Carbon Market in Cebu City has been more than a place of trade. It has been a living landmark where livelihoods are built, traditions are passed from one generation to the next and…
CEBU, Philippines — In just 48 hours, you can journey through the past and present of the Queen City of the South, from centuries-old churches and historic streets to bustling markets and hilltop views. A day exploring…
CEBU, Philippines — From Carcar’s ancestral streets and Argao’s traditional delicacies to the turquoise waters of Kawasan Falls and Moalboal, Southern Cebu tells its story through old towns, local flavors and landscapes…
KORONADAL CITY — A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck off the coast of Sarangani, Davao Occidental, at 7:43 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs)…
Donny Pangilinan said he did not take offense over Showtime Baby Dolls member Juby’s sexual dream about him, although he admitted feeling “awkward” about it. Juby spoke about her dream that supposedly involved a sexual…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Mayor Nestor Archival must pay a fine equivalent to one month of his basic salary after the Office of the Ombudsman found him administratively liable for failing to ensure compliance with legal…
Defence leaders from across Southeast Asia and their dialogue partners gather in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, on October 28 and 29 for the 20th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) and the 13th ASEAN Defence Ministers’…
The family of Ate Gay, who has been battling cancer, appealed for financial assistance as they revealed that the comedian has been hospitalized in the intensive care unit for almost a week now. The family released a…
PARIS, France — The French parliament’s upper house passed a bill Wednesday that would make protesters financially liable for damage caused during street demonstrations, despite warnings from critics that it could curb…
MANILA, Philippines — Air travelers flying within and out of the Philippines in early November may face higher ticket costs as the allowable fuel surcharge increases anew, with global jet fuel prices approaching $200…
NEW YORK, United States — Minnesota Timberwolves star guard Anthony Edwards will undergo arthroscopic right knee surgery and is expected to miss around two months of the NBA season, US media reported on Tuesday. The…
“We define the One China policy. We define it. Not them.” Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. was responding to Beijing’s protest over Taiwan’s plan to open a representative office in Cebu. He later added that how…
JERUSALEM — Israelis went to the polls in the highest turnout for decades on Tuesday, with initial exit polls showing a slight edge but no majority for the opposition, meaning the next government will be formed by…
Bacolod has long built value from its inheritance: fertile lands, an established economy, distinctive architecture, celebrated cuisine, and a culture that turned resilience into an identity recognized across the…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Hot and humid conditions are expected across the Visayas on Wednesday, October 28, despite generally fair weather, the state weather bureau said. Weather specialist Chenel Dominguez of the…
MANILA, Philippines – The Supreme Court (SC) has ruled that employees cannot be retired before the compulsory retirement age of 65 without their clear and voluntary consent. In a decision written by Associate Justice…
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Local and business leaders and law enforcement officials recently gathered in Cebu City for their induction as the newest members of the Guerrero Mindanao Order, also known as the Guerrero…
JERUSALEM — Israel’s opposition candidate Gadi Eisenkot vowed Wednesday to work quickly to form a government, saying voters had rejected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s divisive rule, but neither bloc secured a…
SINGAPORE — Energy Secretary Sharon Garin warns Filipinos on Tuesday to brace for higher electricity prices as the peso continues to lose ground against the US dollar. Garin said that the import costs of coal, diesel…
MABALACAT CITY, Pampanga — A 26-year-old man was arrested after claiming a parcel containing ketamine worth P18.725 million at the Port of Clark inside the Clark Freeport Zone on Tuesday, the Philippine Drug Enforcement…
Dusit Thani Manila’s new director of food and beverage brings more than 20 years of fine dining and luxury hotel experience ...
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – In the next six years, Talisay City Mayor Gerald Anthony Gullas Jr. wants to transform the city’s portion of the South Road Properties (SRP) into an economic corridor. Gullas said he envisioned the…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso slides further and goes past 64 per dollar for the first time on Tuesday, setting another record low. This developed as mounting economic uncertainty and external pressures…
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The Marcos administration has less than two years left to pull the country out of the rut that it is stuck in and leave on a high note, yet it has bewilderingly found time for the Cabinet to play another round of…
In 1987, the framers of our Constitution, preferring idealism over practicality, decided we would have a multiparty democracy. This was supposed to be better than the two-party system we had prior to the dictatorship…
Last weekend, the GSIS Museum went on its annual Luna Walk to commemorate the sites connected with the painter Juan Luna around his birth anniversary (Oct. 25, 1857). As GSIS is the proud owner of Luna’s Parisian Life…
In an age of disinformation, artificial intelligence, online scams, and political polarization, media literacy is more than just an educational issue. It is also a democratic issue, an economic issue, and increasingly a…
A few months ago, I talked to my class about a story I had heard from fellow graduate students back in the United States. A class had been made to read Khaled Hosseini’s ”The Kite Runner,” and had been upset. They asked…
I am in my late 20s, an age when most people are drawn to modern vehicles: machines that are defined by safety, efficiency, and convenience. Yet, I have always been fascinated by something older, something with history…
The patriarchal setup among Filipinos has led to multiple gender burdens for women. Because of these prevalent beliefs, women lack adequate social protection, aggravating their employment insecurities and making them…
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Deo Cuajao and Mike Malonzo are diamonds in the rough in Rain or Shine’s roster. They sparkled for Yeng Guiao on Tuesday. The two underrated standouts played a big role in the Elasto Painters’ 124-120 victory over the…
Akari has now won two games since opening the season with back-to-back losses. That should have been the sole buzz surrounding the Chargers in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series. But the team can’t seem to…
The tree-lined Apo Golf layout bared its fangs right in the opening round on Tuesday, yielding just 13 sub-par scores, with the most glittering of them all churned out by a Korean-American who made Davao home when he…
SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 basketball tournament – second round National University is riding a wave of momentum in the second round of the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament. And even with a rejuvenated Ateneo in…
In danger of being scrapped just months before because the league it was supposed to partner with folded, the 108th Philippine Open remains a worthy destination for many of the best in the Asian Tour because of a couple…
MANILA, Philippines — The British International Investment (BII) has expressed interest in financing priority climate infrastructure projects under the Luzon Economic Corridor as part of its broader $1.6-billion…
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine import activity remained subdued in the first nine months of the year despite stronger demand for several key commodities, according to the latest Bureau of Customs (BOC) data. Non-oil…
MANILA, Philippines — A World Bank-funded initiative is providing P97.91 million for agricultural infrastructure, enterprise development, and water and irrigation to develop the coffee industry in the Daraghuyan…
MANILA, Philippines — Aboitiz Infracapital Inc. (AIC) is confident it can surpass last year’s passenger traffic across its three airports, despite the lingering impact of the Middle East war on travel demand and airline…
MANILA, Philippines — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against investing in a restaurant franchise co-ownership scheme promising guaranteed monthly returns of up to 4 percent without…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso fell past 64 per dollar for the first time on Tuesday, setting another record low as mounting economic uncertainty and external pressures fueled bets that the currency could…
MANILA, Philippines — Travelers booking flights within and out of the Philippines in early November may have to shell out more for tickets, as the allowable fuel surcharge is set to rise again amid global jet fuel…
MANILA, Philippines — An American company is lining up an initial P9.45-billion investment to build a liquefied natural gas (LNG)-fired power generation and substation facility in an ecozone in Casiguran, Aurora, which…
MANILA, Philippines — Maynilad Water Services Inc. (Maynilad) has spent nearly P10 billion to rehabilitate its La Mesa dam facilities as it gears up for drier weather brought by the super El Niño. The Pangilinan-led…
MANILA, Philippines — DMCI Holdings Inc. said the joint circular on awarding contracts involving the Philippines’ natural resources could be challenged in court, warning that the new policy could slow investment in the…
MANILA, Philippines — North Maharlika Energy Corp. is earmarking about P3 billion to build a waste-to-energy (WTE) power plant in Pangasinan. In a document submitted to the Department of Environment and Natural…
MANILA, Philippines — Companies normally borrow money to finance expansion, acquisitions and other investments that can increase future earnings. By using debt instead of issuing new shares, a company can also increase…
MANILA, Philippines — The Board of Investments (BOI) edged closer to achieving its full-year investment approval target of P1 trillion after clearing P900.06 billion worth of projects in the first nine months of the…
Mavy Legaspi said he was not in a good place mentally before taking a break from work, that’s why he requested a hiatus from his management before the “Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition 3.0” The actor-host made…
Here are the lotto draw results of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) for Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026. Check these out.
TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — Filipino seafarers training in Eastern Visayas are expected to benefit from improved accommodation and upgraded safety training facilities as the National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP)…
MANILA, Philippines — Pre-shaded ballots were observed in three precincts outside the high-profile incident in Maluso, Basilan, during the first parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim…
MANILA, Philippines — More Filipinos were satisfied with Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense team than the House prosecution during her Senate impeachment trial, a survey from the Social Weather Stations (SWS) said on…
MANILA, Philippines — No bettor won the ₱312.1 million Grand Lotto 6/55 jackpot or the ₱15 million Mega Lotto 6/45 jackpot in the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) draws on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026. The Grand…
BACOLOD CITY — The Alliance of Concerned Consumers in Electricity and Social Services (Access) has backed Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian’s call for the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Energy Regulatory…
TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered Cebu City Mayor Nestor Dionson Archival Sr. to pay a fine equivalent to one month’s basic salary after finding him administratively liable for simple…
MANILA, Philippines — The Federation of Free Farmers (FFF) urged the dismissal of the cyber libel suit filed against former Agriculture Secretary Leonardo Montemayor over his statements questioning Planters Products…
MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima said on Wednesday that she and other lawmakers are set to file a bill that will decriminalize libel, to prevent the use of such laws to attack…
MANILA, Philippines — Here are the top stories in INQToday on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, as of 6 p.m. Marcos urges public not to panic as peso hits record low President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged the public on Wednesday…
MANILA, Philippines — The spokesman of Atty. Manases “Mans” Carpio, husband of Vice President Sara Duterte, told journalist Philip Lustre not to play the victim, saying he would not be facing a cyberlibel case if he had…
MANILA, Philippines — Supreme Court Associate Justice Alfredo Benjamin Caguioa, a chief justice aspirant, proposed a high-performance court (HPC) initiative to improve trial court operations through data-driven…
MANILA, Philippines — State witness and former Public Works and Highways Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo on Wednesday called Sen. Jinggoy Estrada a “friend.” He uttered this description when he testified during the…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Police seized an estimated P2.24 million worth of suspected crystal meth, locally known as shabu, from a “high-value” suspect during an afternoon buy-bust operation in Barangay Indahag here on…
MANILA, Philippines — Education Secretary Sonny Angara got firsthand insight into how a large urban campus can maintain a zero-incident safety record on Wednesday as he inspected the Lakan Dula High School in Tondo…
MANILA, Philippines — Supreme Court Associate Justice Japar Dimaampao, one of five candidates vying to succeed Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo, vowed to pursue equal access to justice and a more humane judiciary during…
KITAOTAO, Bukidnon — Driven by a surge in ecotourism development along the Bukidnon-Davao (BuDa) highway, local tax collections in this southern Bukidnon town have tripled over the past decade, reaching P16 million this…
MANILA, Philippines — State witness and former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo on Wednesday said Sen. Jinggoy Estrada supposedly approached him first to get an alleged P1…
MANILA, Philippines — Manila Water Philippine Ventures (MWPV), the Non-East Zone subsidiary of Manila Water, continues to strengthen water supply resilience in North Luzon through proactive investments and operational…
MANILA, Philippines — Empowering the newly reorganized Judicial Integrity Office (JIO) to be able to conduct mandatory lifestyle checks, as well as calling for the deployment of specialized cyber threat units under the…
MANILA, Philippines—Cases of influenza-like illness (ILI) nationwide rose by 35 percent, following the usual seasonal pattern during the rainy months, the Department of Health (DOH) said. The DOH recorded 13,321 cases…
MANILA, Philippines — New Transport chief Vince Dizon on Wednesday shrugged off transport group Piston’s criticism of his reappointment as head of the Department of Transportation (DOTr). Dizon said that he was tasked…
MANILA, Philippines — The National Police Commission (Napolcom) will pursue administrative charges against a Pasig City police officer who allegedly pointed his service firearm at a vehicle while intoxicated at a…
MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City government announces that the temporary lane closure along westbound Commonwealth Avenue will take effect until Thursday, Oct. 29. In an advisory, the local government said that it…
COTABATO CITY – The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in the Bangsamoro Region in Muslim Mindanao (PDEA-BARMM) conducted surprise drug tests on public transport workers on Tuesday, Oct. 27, to ensure safety as…
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — Anti-narcotics operatives arrested a 47-year-old bookkeeper after seizing nearly P184,000 worth of illegal drugs and live ammunition. The apprehension and the seizure happened during…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Farmers from Oriental Mindoro now have an additional outlet to sell their agricultural produce to Metro Manila consumers through a newly opened Kadiwa retail store managed by a local…
ALAMINOS CITY, Pangasinan — The city government has imposed stricter regulations on junk shop operations, requiring them to meet environmental, sanitation, and safety standards. It also prescribed fines of up to P5,000…
MANILA, Philippines—Former Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Mao Ranada Aplasca on Wednesday submitted his counter-affidavit to the direct assault complaint before the Department of Justice (DOJ) in connection with the May 13…
LUCENA CITY — Laguna de Bay’s water level fell further to 11.99 meters on Wednesday, remaining below the critical-high threshold, according to the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA). The lake’s water level stood…
LUCENA CITY — At least 10 public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers in the Calabarzon region tested positive for illegal drugs during surprise drug tests conducted by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) at public transport…
MANILA, Philippines—A bus driver initially tested positive in a drug screening at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) on Wednesday as authorities stepped up safety measures ahead of the All Saints’ Day and…
LUCENA CITY — The Quezon provincial government is conducting a province-wide cancer patient registry, which requires an assessment survey to determine the number and status of cancer patients and identify their…
MANILA, Philippines — From transforming household waste into fertilizers and school chairs to turning discarded coconut husks and waterlilies into livelihood opportunities, the Villar Foundation has spent more than…
MANILA, Philippines — From transforming household waste into fertilizers and school chairs to turning discarded coconut husks and waterlilies into livelihood opportunities, the Villar Foundation has spent more than…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police has increased its security deployment to 73,034 personnel, up from the initial 72,501, to secure the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, or Undas, as…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines, which has been classified as an upper-middle-income economy this year, spends less than one-third of 1 percent of its gross domestic product (GDP) on research and development, a…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Municipal officials in Talacogon, Agusan del Sur are stepping in to ensure an orderly, peaceful visit to the gravesite of the late basketball standout Rene Clert “Bobet” Baterbonia during…
MANILA, Philippines — Cloudy skies with occasional isolated rains are expected to prevail over some parts of the country during Undas (November 1 – All Saints’ Day and November 2 – All Souls’ Day). These conditions are…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Confident that Vice President Sara Duterte will overcome efforts to unseat her from office, loyalists across the Caraga region have launched an extensive recruitment campaign to…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Davao City chief information officer Jefry Tupas has described the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI)’s referral of obstruction of justice, cyber libel, and publication of false news…
CAMP GEN. ALEJO SANTOS, Bulacan – Explosions rocked two firecracker factories in Bocaue and Baliwag City, Bulacan, on Tuesday, but no one was hurt. Three workers managed to flee to safety when a shanty that has been…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has ordered a review of its bomb threat response protocols following threats targeting schools and universities. “We must ensure that our bomb threat protocols…
MANILA, Philippines — Congress must review the country’s laws on libel after the sudden arrest of veteran journalist Philip Lustre Jr. so that there will be a balance between protecting reputations and press freedom…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY —Domestic bank deposits in Cagayan de Oro, the seat of Northern Mindanao, climbed to P180 billion as of December 31 last year, underscoring the city’s status as a rapidly expanding economic hub…
DAVAO CITY — A former official at the Office of the Vice President (OVP) on Wednesday denounced the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) for recommending charges against her regarding accusations by dismissed…
MANILA, Philippines — Face-to-face classes were suspended in several areas on Thursday, Oct. 29, until Saturday, Oct. 31, ahead of Undas and other events. Below are the areas with class suspensions: Baguio City…
MANILA, Philippines — Veteran journalist Philip Lustre admitted that he felt scared following the cyberlibel case filed by Vice President Sara Duterte’s husband, Atty. Manases Carpio. However, but he pointed out, “I…
COTABATO CITY – Mayor Akmad Mitra Ampatuan Jr. of Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur, has lauded the arrest of one of the suspects in the rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) ambush against him last January 25. Mayor Ampatuan…
KORONADAL CITY — Residents of Davao Occidental and Sarangani rushed out of their homes or shops as two earthquakes jolted Regions 11 (Davao) and 12 (Soccsksargen) Wednesday morning, reviving fears months after a major…
MANILA, Philippines —The Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) coalition on Wednesday blasted President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. over his remarks on the continued depreciation of the Philippine peso. The group accused the…
LEGAZPI CITY — The Diocese of Legazpi held a pontifical coronation of the image of Nuestra Señora de Salvación during a Mass on Wednesday to mark the 75th anniversary of its canonical establishment. More than 6,000…
MANILA, Philippines — Two bus terminals in Manila will be summoned by the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to fix their facilities and improve the passenger experience, new Transport chief Vince Dizon said on…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has tapped the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) to investigate the finances linked to the 521-kilogram shabu (methamphetamine) shipment intercepted in Laos…
MANILA, Philippines — The prosecution rested its case Wednesday, wrapping up its presentation of evidence in the trial of one of 14 graft cases filed against Uswag Ilonggo party-list Rep. Jojo Ang before the…
MANILA, Philippines – The lawyers of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa have again knocked on the doors of the Supreme Court, seeking to reverse its earlier ruling and grant the lawmaker protection against any attempt to…
MANILA, Philippines — Here are INQToday’s top stories this afternoon: Lawyers representing victims of former President Rodrigo Duterte’s drug war have backed prosecutors’ bid to admit three testimonies in the crimes…
ILIGAN CITY — The municipal government of Poona-Piagapo in Lanao del Norte turned over nine high-powered loose firearms to the Philippine Army as part of its efforts to strengthen peace and security and pave the way for…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Police arrested 14 persons wanted by the law, including two listed as most wanted at the city and municipal levels, in a series of coordinated manhunt operations across the Caraga region…
MANILA, Philippines — 67 of the 77 fatalities in the MV June Aster ferry fire have been identified, Philippine Coast Guard Commodore Geronimo Tuvilla said on Wednesday. During Sen. Raffy Tulfo’s Senate committee on…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday launched hotlines for the public to report verifiable information on the whereabouts of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who has been wanted by the…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday urged the public not to panic over the Philippine peso’s continued slide to a record low of 64 to the US dollar, saying the government is doing…
MANILA, Philippines — New Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon on Wednesday expressed his willingness to testify once again in future trials of former lawmaker Zaldy Co and other personalities implicated in flood…
GENERAL SANTOS CITY– Renewable (RE) energy advocates have expressed confidence that Mindanao can be weaned away from its reliance on dirty, expensive fossil fuels to power its homes and industries by 50 percent by 2030…
MANILA, Philippines — Veteran journalist Philip Lustre, who is the subject of a cyberlibel case filed by Manases Carpio, husband of Vice President Sara Duterte, is seeking to transfer the case from Davao City to Metro…
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — Bukidnon’s agricultural hub remains resilient even in the shadow of a developing Super El Niño. Last Tuesday, tables overflowed with freshly harvested fruits, crisp vegetables, root crops, and…
MANILA, Philippines — For the first time, Sen. Jinggoy Estrada will personally attend Wednesday afternoon’s bail hearing in his plunder case before the Sandiganbayan Fifth Division, according to his office. Previously…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — A joint anti-narcotics operation in Coron, Palawan, led to the arrest of a high-profile drug suspect and the seizure of 7.63 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱51,884, the Mimaropa…
LUCENA CITY — Authorities safely captured a venomous Philippine cobra found on the premises of a public high school in Tayabas City, Quezon, on Tuesday afternoon. The snake was captured at 1:17 p.m. at the Buenaventura…
MANILA, Philippines — The Visayas grid will again be placed on red and yellow alerts on Wednesday, Oct. 28, said the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP). In an advisory, the NGCP said the Visayas grid…
KORONADAL CITY — Face-to-face classes at all levels and work in government offices across Sarangani province were suspended on Wednesday after a magnitude 5.5 earthquake that struck at around 7:43 a.m. In a social media…
ILIGAN CITY — The Iligan City government has allocated P5 million starting next year to support Indigenous Peoples’ culture and traditions. City Ordinance No. 26-7875 allocated the money to the Kaamulan Ta Bayug Iligan…
MANILA, Philippines — A national coalition has urged the Senate to restore funding cuts to essential education programs in the proposed 2027 national budget and increase investments in underserved communities. In a…
COTABATO CITY — Police authorities arrested three drug suspects and seized P1.3 million worth of suspected shabu in Lanao del Sur on Tuesday. Brig. Gen. Christopher Abecia, Police Regional Office-Bangsamoro Autonomous…
BALINGASAG, Misamis Oriental — Can you save the planet by tearing it apart? Mindanao’s environmental coalition and indigenous defenders are asking this question as they reject the narrative that aggressive mining is a…
MANILA, Philippines — Hospitals and emergency response teams across Metro Manila will be placed under code white alert from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 in preparation for a possible increase in patients requiring immediate…
KORONADAL CITY — A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck off Sarangani town in Davao Occidental at 7:43 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said. Data from Phivolcs…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Oriental Mindoro power grid was placed under red alert by the National Transmission Corporation Small Island Grid System Operator (TransCo‑SIGSO) on Wednesday (October 28) from 9…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The police in Mimaropa have accounted for 216 loose firearms since May as the regional police chief ordered intensified operations against illegal gun possession and gun-related violence…
MANILA, Philippines — The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Philippines is calling for more accurate, stigma-free reporting on HIV as national surveillance data show gaps in diagnosis, treatment and monitoring among…
BAGUIO CITY — The summer capital is moving closer to raising the minimum legal drinking age from 18 to 21 to curb alcohol-related harm among young people despite concerns from bar operators over the proposed…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The provincial government of Occidental Mindoro has lifted its temporary ban on the entry of live pigs from provinces that were designated animal disease risk zones, while maintaining…
MANILA, Philippines — A shear line and the northeast monsoon, or amihan, are expected to bring cloudy skies and rain to parts of Luzon on Wednesday, according to the state weather bureau. The Philippine Atmospheric…
MABALACAT CITY, Pampanga — A 26-year-old man was arrested after claiming a parcel containing ketamine worth P18.725 million at the Port of Clark inside the Clark Freeport Zone on Tuesday, the Philippine Drug Enforcement…
MABALACAT CITY, Pampanga – A man has been arrested after retrieving a parcel containing ketamine worth P18,725,000 at the Port of Clark inside the Clark Freeport Zone on Tuesday (October 27). No other details were…
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine National Police (PNP) has stepped up road safety operations ahead of the Undas exodus, directing police commanders nationwide to prevent road accidents and help ensure that families…
MANILA, Philippines — Outgoing Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon on Tuesday handed his successor, Giovanni “Banoy” Lopez, a thick pile of documents naming more Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) personnel…
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino farmers face the prospect of selling their harvest at a loss as imported rice and other agricultural products enter the country during the local harvest season, Sen. Francis “Kiko”…
MANILA, Philippines — A former staff member of dismissed Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) official Henry Alcantara said the latter had collected at least P5 billion in kickbacks on behalf of certain…
The Senate and state-owned Intercontinental Broadcasting Corp. (IBC 13) on Tuesday launched Senate TV, a high-definition channel that proponents say will offer more focused and in-depth content on the chamber’s…
“Don’t be a role model for fugitives,’’ Palace press officer Claire Castro said on Tuesday as she urged Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa to surrender and face charges for crimes against humanity before the International…
SINGAPORE—Filipinos should brace for higher electricity prices as the peso continues to lose ground against the US dollar, Energy Secretary Sharon Garin said on Tuesday. According to her, the weaker Philippine peso will…
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) on Tuesday sought to dispel speculation that the aircraft involved in last week’s crash that killed four pilots during training were already aging or had virtually become “flying coffins.”…
Employees cannot be forced to retire before the compulsory retirement age of 65 without giving clear and voluntary consent to their employers, according to the Supreme Court. In a decision promulgated June 29 and…
The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday warned the public against individuals posing as Health Secretary Edwin Mercado and soliciting donations. “The DOH wants to clarify that any messages or calls for donations or…
The country’s two largest tollway operators are bracing for heavier traffic across major expressways during “Undas,” when millions of Filipinos are expected to travel to their hometowns to visit departed loved ones…
COTABATO CITY—The leader of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) on Tuesday invited business leaders and development partners to invest in the region, saying the gains of the peace process must…
DUMAGUETE CITY—The municipal government of Valencia in Negros Oriental province has ordered the temporary closure of trails leading to Mt. Talinis starting on Nov. 1, to give the mountain’s ecosystem time to recover…
LEGAZPI CITY—A P1.3-million reward has been put up for information leading to the identification and arrest of suspects in the Oct. 12 murder of broadcaster Adrian Loterte in Daraga, Albay. Loterte, an anchor of RBN…
BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — Operatives of the Police Regional Office Negros Island Region (PRO NIR) arrested the region’s fourth most wanted person in Nueva Ecija on Tuesday, Oct. 27, for allegedly…
TAGBILARAN CITY, BOHOL, Philippines — The Bohol-Panglao International Airport (BPIA) welcomed Philippine Airlines’ (PAL) first Airbus A330 flight to Bohol on Tuesday, Oct. 27, marking a milestone in the province’s…
TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — Police arrested in Caloocan City on Monday, Oct. 26, a man listed as Leyte’s most wanted person charged with murder, the Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8) reported. The suspect…
COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — Eleven former members of extremist groups have surrendered to the military and were presented to the commander of the Army’s 601st Infantry Brigade during a ceremony at the…
BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture in the Negros Island Region (DA-NIR) is seeking an additional P30 million for cloud seeding operations before the year ends, DA Regional…
MANILA, Philippines – I attended “SAFE Kids, SMART Policies: A Dialogue on Children’s Online Safety and Digital Rights,” organized by Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra at The Manila House on Thursday, October 22, to…
Pokémon UNITE will end service in March 2027, just months after featuring in the Asian Games in Nagoya, where the Philippines took home a bronze medal. The Pokémon Company announced on October 27 that the multiplayer…
To review the iPhone Duo is like asking how someone’s eighth can be another person’s first. This isn’t a review (yet). It is a collection of feelings from using the new iPhone Duo for the past 12 hours. This is not my…
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