Filipino-American singer Jessica Sanchez has returned to the Philippines for a series of appearances. The powerhouse vocalist and America’s Got Talent champion recently gave fans a glimpse of her visit by posting photos…
MANILA, Philippines — The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected a request from the victims’ legal counsel to speak in Tagalog during portions of their opening statements in the upcoming trial of former…
CEBU CITY, Philippines— The road to a world championship shot gets tougher for undefeated Filipino boxer Charly “King’s Warrior” Suarez (20-0, 13 KOs, 1 NC), who could face former three-division world champion Vasiliy…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) pressed on its manhunt of former Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gerald Bantag after an unsuccessful operation to arrest him in a poultry farm in Ifugao…
MANILA, Philippines — The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected the request of the victims’ counsel to use Tagalog in some parts of their opening statements in the trial against former President Rodrigo…
MANILA, Philippines – The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) Pre-Trial Chamber III is preparing for significant logistical adjustments in the trial of former president Rodrigo Duterte as approximately 29 witnesses are…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — After a series of tentative starts, the restoration of the historical chapel in the middle of San Nicolas Roman Catholic Cemetery in Barangay Calamba here will push through. However, the…
MANILA, Philippines – Peppermint Bizmoto Inc. (“Peppermint”), a licensed electronic money issuer (EMI) in the Philippines, has entered into a strategic partnership with HaveIt, a growing digital services platform, to…
LILOAN, Cebu Province — A furry family member had its own share of the Kalag-Kalag tradition and was caught eating the halad or food offering prepared for departed loved ones in Lanao del Norte, Mindanao. In a TikTok…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuano standout Nic Cabañero is looking to cap his sensational debut MPBL season with a championship as Binan Tatak Gel guns for a massive upset against defending champion Quezon Province in…
CEBU CITY, Philippines—The University of San Carlos (USC) Warriors are entering a crucial five-game stretch of the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) Season 26 men’s basketball tournament, with their Final…
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines will welcome the next generation of Asian sepak takraw talents as it hosts the inaugural ASTAF U-19 Asian Sepak Takraw Championship 2026 from November 26 to 30 in Manila. The…
LEGAZPI CITY, ALBAY, Philippines — The families of Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo and Presidential Legislative Liaison Office (PLLO) Secretary Joey Salceda remembered their departed loved ones in Camarines Sur and Albay…
MANILA, Philippines — As the exchanges between Chinese and Filipino officials heightened in recent weeks, some organizations representing several sectors called for “sobriety, restraint, statesmanship, and renewed…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson has warned authorities against publicly disclosing operational details in the intensified search for Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, stressing that secrecy is critical when…
MANILA, Philippines – International Criminal Court Trial Chamber III Presiding Judge Joanna Korner reminded defense counsel Peter Haynes of the mandatory daily in-person courtroom attendance of former President Rodrigo…
MANILA, Philippines — Philip “Popoy” Juico, former Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) secretary, passed away on October 31, 2026, at age 78. He was also a prominent figure in the country’s sports administration who…
MARIBOJOC, Bohol Province — A 13-year-old boy walking on a sidewalk lost his life after being struck by a utility vehicle that another minor, a 14-year-old boy, was driving in Barangay Aliguay on Saturday, October 31…
MANILA, Philippines — The Chinese Embassy in Manila has accused Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. of deliberately delaying China’s invitation to the recent Asean defense ministers’ meeting in Cebu, claiming that…
MANILA, Philippines — The Trial Chamber III of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has convened its status conference today, November 2, 2026, to address procedural matters and trial preparations in the crime against…
MANILA, Philippines —President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. and his family avoided the huge Undas crowd when they visited the grave of his father, former President Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr., at the Libingan ng mga…
Individuals visit St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Barangay Guizo, Mandaue City, on Monday morning, November 2.| CDN Digital Photo/Mary Rose Sagarino MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — More than 46,000 individuals visited eight…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Five fire incidents were reported in Metro Cebu on All Saints’ Day, November 1, leaving one person dead, three others injured, and dozens of homes destroyed or damaged in Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu…
David Licauco and Ashtine Olviga are not treating other popular love teams as competitors as they prepare for the premiere of their first lead series together, the Filipino adaptation of the hit Korean drama “Fight for…
MANILA, Philippines — The deal earlier struck by sovereign wealth fund Maharlika Investment Corp. to buy into National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), the country’s privatized electricity superhighway…
MIAMI — Klay Thompson is going back to California. His shooting groove evidently is making the trip. Thompson’s slow start to the season seems to be over, after he made seven 3-pointers — five of them coming in a…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The release of P50 million in confidential funds shortly before the end of two government periods has prompted a city councilor to seek an independent audit. He cited the need to establish how…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) recorded zero crime incidents in the city on Sunday, November 1, during the observance of All Saints’ Day, as more than 1,000 police personnel were deployed to…
It may look like all glitz and glamor for many viewers, but the Miss Universe pageant will be some serious work for the delegates who are expected to arrive in Puerto Rico later this month for the 75th edition of the…
MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala set a new career-high ranking of World No. 17 ahead of her campaign in the Hong Kong Open. Eala’s previous best was 18th last August 24 just before the US Open. She entered the 2026 season…
MANILA, Philippines—More than 5,200 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Saudi Arabia have received government assistance amid continuing travel disruptions following attacks in the Kingdom, including a deadly strike on…
PROSPERIDAD, Agusan del Sur –A visiting Australian scientist has called for a sweeping overhaul of how Philippine agricultural laboratories handle soil diagnostics, warning that without unified standards, high-tech test…
LILOAN, Cebu — They say that weightlifting is all about strength and technique, but this young athlete added some style. Thirteen-year-old Prince Jhay Cuyson proved that a little flair can make a successful lift even…
The spat over President Lee Jae Myung’s social media activities continues, intensifying over the weekend with the president defending against criticisms as well as using online platforms to go on the offensive. On…
KOTA KINABALU, Sabah – Kampung Numbak villager Adurin Abdul Saris was asleep around midnight on Aug 30 when his brother-in-law, who lived next door, shouted “Fire!” The blaze, which started about 200 houses away…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Councilor Harry Eran has urged residents to refuse payment to anyone claiming they can expedite government aid following the arrest of a man accused of collecting money from families…
NEW DELHI — A second cyclone in less than a week headed for India’s eastern coast on Monday, with the storm expected to hit overnight, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. Cyclone Murasu is expected to make…
WASHINGTON — Nine individuals were killed when the Learjet they were traveling in crashed into a neighborhood in southern Florida on Sunday, just miles from US President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort home, officials…
LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic had 45 points, a season-high 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals in another prolific performance while leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 131-125 victory over the Toronto Raptors on…
Andrea Brillantes and Heart Evangelista stole the spotlight at the annual Shake, Rattle & Ball Halloween party, as the former embraced a daring nude look while the latter sported a bloodied, knife-adorned costume. Held…
MANILA, Philippines — The United States (US) wants to strengthen its economic partnership with the Philippines to match their long-standing defense alliance, US Ambassador to the Philippines Lee Lipton said on Monday…
MANILA, Philippines — Motorists will have to shell out more for gasoline beginning Tuesday as oil companies prepare to implement a price increase of up to P3.50 per liter. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced the…
If you thought modern heavy music had run out of ways to completely shock the system, think again. Falling in Reverse frontman Ronnie Radke has never been one to play by the rules of the industry, but his latest single…
Japan has asked the United States to thoroughly enforce discipline after a U.S. Marine in Okinawa Prefecture was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol during curfew hours imposed following a…
CEBU CITY, Philippines— A speeding van encroaches on the opposite lane and collides head-on with 2 motorcycles, killing 2 men and seriously injuring 2 others. The deadly road crash occurred in Sitio Guilonguran…
She wants to keep history alive. Yunna Kinereish, 22, is studying public relations in Kazakhstan’s modern capital, Astana. She describes herself as a Kazakh German. “I am German by ethnicity. But I also feel that I’m…
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Rear Adm. Jay Tarriela on Monday accused Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan of spreading disinformation, saying the Chinese Embassy in Manila appeared to mistake Defense…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Reclaiming waterways to help reduce flooding could prove difficult for Cebu City as the local government prepares to enforce the legally required 3-meter easements while addressing the…
LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic had 45 points, a season-high 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals in another prolific performance while leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 131-125 victory over the Toronto Raptors on…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Two operators of modernized public utility jeepneys (PUJs) plying the 01K route have been issued show cause orders by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) following…
SAN FRANCISCO — Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg scored a career-high 37 points and dished out six assists in a game Golden State rested stars Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, and the Warriors beat the Los Angeles Clippers…
MANILA, Philippines — Mobile network services at major bus terminals across Metro Manila were generally reliable during this year’s Undas travel rush, according to the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC). This…
MANILA, Philippines — Drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) will be prohibited in Makati throughout November as the city hosts events for the upcoming 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean)…
International beauty queens and celebrities under ALV Talent Circuit brought glamour and creativity to a star-studded ball celebrating Halloween through their costumes depicting fictional characters and beings…
SIARGAO – Filipino wildcards John Mark “Marama” Tokong and Jayuard Alciso dazzled the home crowd before seeing their campaigns come to an end in the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour Philippines Pro at Cloud 9…
MANILA, Philippines — The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) will receive at least P85 million in investments for new leisure, recreation, and tourism developments in northern Luzon across its two…
TAGBILARAN CITY — After an argument with his mother at their home in Panglao, Bohol, a 15-year-old boy admitted killing his 46-year-old mother with a hammer, police said Sunday, Nov. 1. The boy then dragged her body to…
Michael Sager, Kelvin Miranda and Anton Vinzon are set to bring their heartthrob appeal to one stage as they headline a pre-Valentine concert next year. During the media conference on Saturday, Oct. 31, the trio…
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino motorists will need to pay more for gasoline products this week, as oil firms plan to raise prices by about P3 per liter beginning Tuesday. The Department of Energy (DOE) said Monday that…
MANILA, Philippines — Boutique carrier Sunlight Air is pausing plans to launch international flights and acquire larger aircraft as it focuses on weathering the Middle East crisis, which has weighed heavily even on…
SIARGAO – John Mark “Marama” Tokong gave the Filipino crowd plenty to cheer about after beating Brazilian World No. 11 Samuel Pupo to advance to Round 2 of the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour Philippines Pro…
MANILA, Philippines — The International Criminal Court (ICC) Trial Chamber III holds its final status conference ahead of the Nov. 30 trial of former President Rodrigo Duterte. The hearing will focus on key preparations…
SIARGAO – Despite bowing out of the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour Philippines Pro, 15-year-old Filipino surfer Mara Lopez earned something more meaningful than a victory after drawing praise from world No. 1…
MANILA, Philippines — A sharp decline in principal repayments eased the government’s debt service burden in September, more than offsetting higher interest expenses, the Bureau of the Treasury said. The government spent…
For more than 100 years, our politicians perfected one trick: turning the money of ordinary taxpayers into a private slush fund for themselves, their families and their friends. It has had different names at different…
MANILA, Philippines — The International Criminal Court (ICC) Trial Chamber III will hold its final status conference in the case against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte before his trial proper begins on Nov…
MEXICO CITY, Mexico — Kimi Antonelli became Formula One’s youngest world champion and Italy’s first since 1953 when he finished third behind multiple champions Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton in Sunday’s thrilling and…
LOS ANGELES — Michael Mann, the acclaimed director of crime classics “Heat” and “Collateral,” accidentally shot himself at a gun range in Los Angeles, resulting in minor injuries, a statement released on Sunday, Nov. 1…
DAKAR—Jamesray Mishael Ajido had the skills but lacked the length and finished fifth in the men’s 100-meter butterfly in the 4th Youth Olympic Games on Sunday. Pitted against taller opponents, Ajido clocked 55.16…
MANILA, Philippines — Comedian Gil Aducal Morales, popularly known as Ate Gay, who entertained audiences with his mash-ups of popular Filipino and international songs, died on Sunday evening, Nov. 1. He was 55. His…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Siargao’s premier local bet John Mark “Marama” Tokong concluded his campaign at the World Surf League (WSL) Philippines Pro on Sunday, falling to Australian tour standout Ethan Ewing in…
MANILA, Philippines — A Chinese national wanted in China for allegedly being involved in a telecommunications fraud syndicate was arrested in Parañaque City, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported on Monday. In a…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The Cebu Provincial Government is preparing to expand its water distribution capacity and fisheries programs as Cebu faces the prospect of prolonged dry conditions beginning in December. The…
John Arcilla has demanded justice for the 29 dogs and cats found dumped in a vacant lot in San Jose del Monte in Bulacan, as he called for a thorough investigation of pet crematoriums across the country following the…
SAGADA, Philippines — Tiny pinewood bonfires burned through the night at a mountain cemetery as the largely Christian Philippines remembered its dead, turning the fog-shrouded hilltop into a vast, fragrant altar of…
Mass shootings over the Halloween weekend — largely in nightlife districts across the U.S. — left at least six people dead and dozens injured, officials said. The deadliest violence occurred in Dallas, where a handful…
Sagada, Philippines—Tiny pinewood bonfires burned through the night at a mountain cemetery as the largely Christian Philippines remembered its dead, turning the fog-shrouded hilltop into a vast, fragrant altar of light…
The midterm elections in the United States are just around the corner: On Tuesday, November 3, American voters will choose their representatives to the US Congress. The right-wing-conservative Republican party of…
Andreas Almgren came to watch the New York City Marathon a year ago and decided that he was going to make his debut in the event this year...
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – A 38-year-old man was killed and two others were injured in one of two fires that broke out in Lapu-Lapu City Sunday night, November 1. Both fires destroyed 23 homes, according to an advisory…
Artificial intelligence could potentially be misused to develop biological weapons. This may sound like science fiction, but scientists, security services, and international organizations are all looking at how to deal…
Gloria Diaz is going international again, and will be returning to pageantry to bring her signature sass to a global audience as she is set to join the selection committee for the second season of MGI All Stars. The…
Securing the title on Sunday at the Mexico City Grand Prix confirms the rapid rise of 20-year-old Kimi Antonelli...
SIARGAO – Filipino wildcards John Mark Tokong and Jayuard Alciso are through to Round 2 of the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour Philippines Pro after beating highly fancied rivals at Cloud 9 here Sunday…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The proposed North Cebu Economic Zone (NCEZ) is seeking wider government backing, with Vice Gov. Glenn Soco asking Gov. Pamela Baricuatro to incorporate the initiative into provincial development…
INDIANAPOLIS — Michael Porter Jr. scored 23 points, and Julius Randle had 20 points to lead the Brooklyn Nets to a 98-90 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday night. Day’Ron Sharpe had a double-double with 15 points…
ORLANDO, Florida — Jayson Tatum scored 32 points — 15 of them from the free-throw line — and Paul George added 17 as the Boston Celtics won their fifth straight, 108-97 over the Orlando Magic Sunday. Anthony Black and…
Kimi Antonelli became Formula One’s youngest world champion and Italy’s first since 1953 when he finished third behind multiple champions Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton in Sunday’s thrilling and crash-hit Mexico City…
MOSCOW — Russia’s emergencies ministry said on Monday that a “massive cyberattack” hit its application, designed to warn people of incoming drone attacks and other threats. The announcement came hours after Ukraine said…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — At least 63 houses were totally destroyed and seven others partially damaged after a fire swept through Sitio Lawis in Barangay Alaska Mambaling, Cebu City, on Sunday evening, November 1…
Heart Evangelista, Tuesday Vargas and other comedians took to social media to pay tribute to comedian Gil Aducal Morales, popularly known as Ate Gay, who died on Nov. 1 following his battle with cancer. Evangelista took…
MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte could conclude by the end of November, the House’s lead prosecutor said Sunday, potentially bringing to a close months of proceedings that have…
MANILA, Philippines — As the long Undas weekend draws to a close, Filipinos who traveled to their home provinces to observe All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day are expected to begin their journey back to Metro Manila and…
BELGRADE — The prosecutor’s office in Serbia said the head of the criminal police directorate was arrested Sunday on suspicion of abuse of office, though it denied a link to momentous elections held a week ago. Marko…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Cebu’s heat index may reach 38 degrees Celsius on Monday, November 2, placing the province under the “extreme caution” category, according to the state weather bureau. In an advisory issued at 5…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — An afternoon fire on All Saints’ Day, November 1, destroyed a three-story house in Wilson Place, Wilson Street, Barangay Lahug, Cebu City. Investigators estimated the property damage at P48.6…
WASHINGTON — Nine people were killed Sunday when the Learjet they were traveling in plummeted into a neighborhood in southern Florida, just miles from US President Donald Trump’s resort home of Mar-a-Lago, officials…
PARIS, France — France on Sunday opened an attempted murder investigation after petrol bombs were thrown at security forces during protests in Paris, as footage showing an officer engulfed in flames sparked outrage. On…
WASHINGTON, United States — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that his country would stop hitting Russian oil refineries — a key demand of US President Donald Trump — if Washington provided Kyiv with…
WASHINGTON, United States — Republicans made a final push Sunday to prevent a predicted thumping in US midterm elections where Democrats are gunning to win Congress and impose a first political check on President Donald…
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran warned on Sunday that any renewed war with the United States could last longer than the previous round of fighting, after President Donald Trump said he still had to “take care” of more targets…
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran warned on Sunday that any renewed war with the United States could last longer than the previous round of fighting, after President Donald Trump said he still had to “take care” of more targets…
WASHINGTON, United States — A federal judge on Sunday tossed out an extremely unusual attempt by US President Donald Trump’s administration to hold up midterm election results in Alaska should the Democratic Senate…
This is the Daily Gospel of November 2, 2026 which is the Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed (All Souls).
MANILA, Philippines — The next Quad Leaders’ Summit will be held in Manila this month, bringing together the leaders of India, the United States, Japan and Australia at a crucial moment for the Indo-Pacific region, US…
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson’s postgame interview on television looked as if it would end normally with the usual thoughts and greetings after TNT’s commanding sweep of Magnolia in the PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals. But…
The 2026 Order of Merit title will be up for grabs starting next week at the Masters course of the Manila Southwoods in Carmona, Cavite, when the 108th Philippine Open presented by the Philippine Sports Commission tees…
Volleyball Never Stops (VNS) has been the longest tenured club in the Spikers’ Turf’s 10 years, with the league being an avenue for the Filipino men’s volleyball players after college. The team has been giving…
For Eli Soyud, trust has been the driving force behind her explosive performance in the Akari Chargers’ back-to-back wins in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series. The veteran winger…
Trial by ordeal” is the stuff of ancient war sagas, often fictional, like “Game of Thrones,” where disputes that couldn’t be settled by law, reason, or wisdom from the elders were resolved using physical prowess. Fates…
I may have intuitively, though fearlessly, foretold the ascent of Alexander G. Gesmundo to the highest post in our judiciary. On Jan. 6, 2006, in my cluttered chamber as the two-week-old chief justice (CJ), I inducted…
Hi, are you the one on duty today? Are you ready to go on rounds?” More than two decades ago, these were the questions posed to us as trainees on a daily basis. Being on duty meant that you were to be the first person…
At a Christmas family reunion over a decade ago, my husband and I overheard my grandmother repeatedly ask my grandfather how many children they had together. “Pito,” he immediately answered. Around 30 seconds later, she…
A couple of years ago, I started hearing the unthinkable. Expats, I was told, who’d long loved living in the Philippines, no longer viewed Metro Manila as a plum post. From traffic to climate, red tape, and services…
There was a time when the greatest risk of being a teacher was burnout. Today, that conversation feels painfully outdated. Over the past few months, news reports of violence in Philippine schools have become…
A contractor friend once explained to me how the standard operating procedure system works. Before a government project even begins, a percentage of the contract price may already be committed to people who helped…
MANILA, Philippines — Consumer prices may have risen at their fastest pace in more than three years in October, driven by higher food and oil costs as well as increased transport fares, adding to pressure on the central…
MANILA, Philippines — Business sentiment improved slightly in September, though companies remained pessimistic as stubbornly high inflation, a weakening peso and geopolitical tensions continued to weigh on confidence…
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine manufacturers are left with no choice but to put expansion plans on hold as they face a delicate balancing act between raising prices to offset mounting costs and preserving consumer…
MANILA, Philippines — Ayala Corp.’s efforts to cut losses and tighten capital spending are gaining traction, with improving results from its newer businesses strengthening its turnaround prospects, according to…
MANILA, Philippines — Japanese businesses have raised concerns over a controversial asset-surrender provision introduced ahead of the planned coal mine site bidding, warning that the rule may spoil investor confidence…
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine stocks may face cautious trading this week as peso weakness, elevated oil prices and the prospect of further interest rate increases weigh on investor sentiment, according to F. Yap…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines can no longer afford to mistake economic growth for economic transformation. The International Monetary Fund in 2024 reported that Philippine labor productivity remained below its…
(First of a series) In the modern economic landscape, mental health is no longer merely a public health concern or an employee welfare benefit; it is an imperative driver of national productivity and macroeconomic…
NEW YORK— Andreas Almgren of Sweden won the men’s race of the New York City Marathon in his debut in the event while Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya won the women’s race for the second time Sunday. Almgren was making his…
Police in Dallas say four people are dead and 15 are injured following separate shootings in a Dallas neighborhood. It was among several violent incidents nationwide on Halloween weekend. Police Chief Daniel Comeaux…
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MANILA, Philippines — Some schools and local governments have announced the suspension of face-to-face classes for Tuesday, Nov. 3, because of expected high heat indices. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and…
MANILA, Philippines—A lone ticket holder won the ₱15 million MegaLotto 6/45 jackpot on Monday, November 2, 2026, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office. No player bagged the Grand Lotto 6/55 jackpot…
MANILA, Philippines – The prosecution’s decision to withdraw three of the four impeachment charges against Vice President Sara Duterte was partly driven by concerns that the defense would prolong the proceedings by…
MANILA, Philippines – The prosecution could not have decided at the beginning of Vice President Sara Z. Duterte’s impeachment trial to concentrate exclusively on unexplained wealth because the financial documents that…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported a generally peaceful and orderly observance of Undas 2026 nationwide, recording more than 40.7 million visitors in cemeteries, memorial parks, and…
MANILA, Philippines – Several senators are seeking to strengthen existing laws against animal cruelty as they condemned the dumping of the remains of several animals in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan. They are also…
MANILA, Philippines — Vehicular traffic in the Shaw-Ortigas area from Wednesday, Nov. 4, to Saturday, Nov. 7. is expected to affected by the transportation of one of the Metro Manila Subway Project’s tunnel boring…
MANILA, Philippines—Abner Hizarsa was on his way to his daughter’s school in Subic, Zambales, to bring her lunch when he was abducted by unidentified armed men in a van without a license plate on March 21, 2007. Until…
MANILA, Philippines — Beyond honoring departed loved ones, Undas also offers families an opportunity to reunite and spend time together, as relatives return to their hometowns and gather for the annual tradition./dp…
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — The annual All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day observances across Bukidnon were generally peaceful, though authorities recorded multiple highway vehicular accidents involving motorcycles and…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur—Months after his untimely demise, outpourings of grief, love, and demands for justice continue to trail the late Agusan del Sur basketball standout Rene “Bobet” Baterbonia, as floral…
MANILA, Philippines — The Manila North Cemetery saw around 660,000 visitors on All Souls’ Day as of Monday night, with some of them said they came this day to avoid the influx of millions of visitors on All Saints’ Day…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A high-ranking communist instructor wanted for attempted homicide was killed in a legitimate law enforcement operation in South Cotabato last week, the military announced, directly contradicting…
MANILA, Philippines – The heat index peaked at 44°C in La Union, Aurora, and Occidental Mindoro on Monday, Nov. 2, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa)…
MANILA, Philippines — The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) is anticipating at least 144,000 passengers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) on Monday, All Souls’ Day. This is on top of the 868,423 passengers…
KORONADAL CITY — The police recovered about 5,700 liters of suspected illegally obtained diesel fuel in General Santos City, following a report received through the government’s 8888 hotline. The Police Regional Office…
CALAPAN CITY — Romblon State University (RSU) will implement a three-day work-from-home arrangement for its faculty and staff from Tuesday (November 3) to Thursday (November 5) to promote economic efficiency and…
LEGAZPI CITY — Presidential Legislative Liaison Office (PLLO) Secretary Joey Salceda is pursuing an alternative financing scheme dubbed “Operation Peñafrancia” to revive the long-delayed Philippine National Railways…
MANILA, Philippines — The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) has called for sustained efforts to resolve attacks on journalists and hold perpetrators accountable, as the Philippines joined other nations…
LUCENA CITY — San Jose, Batangas police chief Maj. Florencio Caisip Jr. denied reports attributing to him a description of one of the suspects in the killing of a 22-year-old working student as a prominent personality…
MANILA, Philippines — Over 140,000 visitors flocked to the Manila Memorial Park in Parañaque City on Monday, All Souls’ Day, according to the memorial park administration. The figure was based on the cemetery’s visitor…
MANILA, Philippines — The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) on Monday demanded that the government help end impunity for crimes against journalists and take decisive action to protect media…
CALAPAN CITY — Eighteen untoward incidents were reported nd recorded across Oriental Mindoro during the Undas season, according to the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO). Fifteen vehicular…
CALAPAN CITY — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has monitored 9,643 passengers at ports across the Southern Tagalog provinces during a six-hour period on Monday, All Souls’ Day, as authorities maintained heightened…
MANILA, Philippines — The situation at the Manila South Cemetery remained generally peaceful during this year’s Undas observance, the Manila Police District (MPD) said on Monday, Nov. 2. Sta. Ana Police Station…
MANILA, Philippines — New Bilibid Prison (NBP) Superintendent Gary Garcia on Monday maintained that persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) are provided with free water supply. Garcia denied allegations that no water was…
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) will conduct a comprehensive investigation into incidents involving Ahjay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium in Bacoor City, Cavite, following the discovery…
LINAMON, Lanao del Norte – Families, friends and village officials offered a Holy Mass and lit candles on All Saints’ Day for victims of Typhoon Sendong in Barangay Hinaplanon in Iligan City. The Holy Mass, which was…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) maintained heightened security at major transport terminals and key roads as millions of Filipinos began returning home following the Undas holidays. “As…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — More than four years after gunshots silenced radio blocktimer Federico “Ding” Gempesaw right on his own doorsteps, the triggerman is behind bars, but the most crucial question remains unanswered…
MANILA, Philippines — On All Souls’ Day, families of enforced disappearances (Desaparecidos) were urged to continue to fight for justice and carry on the causes their missing loved ones championed, even with no bodies…
MANILA, Philippines—The fishermen’s group Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (Pamalakaya) on Monday condemned the recent demolition the of more than 100 floating houses along the coast of Bacoor…
MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City’s Department of Sanitation and Cleanup Works conducted cleanup operations at the Bagbag Cemetery and Novaliches Public Cemetery on Monday, Nov. 2, as people continued to visit the…
MANILA, Philippines – An unexpected loss did not faze Lilia Vargas when her balikbayan niece arrived from Ireland on Monday after suffering a miscarriage. On Monday, All Souls’ Day, Vargas waited for the arrival of her…
COTABATO CITY — The Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) faction chaired by Muslimin Sema has denied that the group is protecting Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) in…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Jinggoy Estrada has filed a resolution seeking an inquiry into the killings of environmental defenders in the country. He filed Senate Resolution No. 697, urging the appropriate Senate…
MANILA, Philippines — Cagayan de Oro Rep. Loran Suan has denied calling for a resolution that would urge a shoot-to-kill order against Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa should he fail to properly surrender to authorities…
MANILA, Philippines — Members of the Aquino family and other Filipinos visited the Aquino family mausoleum at the Manila Memorial Park in Parañaque City on Monday, All Souls’ Day. Civil society leader Kiko Aquino Dee…
MANILA, Philippines — More than 5,800 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) at the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) received fresh vegetables from Nueva Vizcaya through a donation facilitated by Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan…
MANILA, Philippines — For some vendors outside the Manila South Cemetery, selling flowers for the departed during Undas has been part of their livelihood for years already. And despite problems with the economy, for…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan on Monday urged the government to intensify its crackdown on hoarders, profiteers, and cartels as the country braces for the impact of a strong El Niño on food…
MANILA, Philippines — The number of visitors at Manila North Cemetery reached nearly 1.4 million on Nov. 1 as All Saints’ Day fell on a weekend, the Manila Police District (MPD) said on Monday. MPD spokesperson Maj…
LUCENA CITY — A 71-year-old fisherman drowned after falling into a river in the town of Tagkawayan, Quezon, on Sunday evening, Nov. 1, police said. The victim, who was allegedly under the influence of alcohol, was…
TACLOBAN CITY — A fire that destroyed 13 houses and displaced 19 families in Catbalogan City, Samar along with a smaller cemetery fire in Tanauan and a structurally damaged mausoleum in Jaro, both in Leyte, were among…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Higher transportation costs and increased terminal fees at the Batangas International Port have been cited as reasons for the drop in vacationers visiting the province for All Saints’…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has recalled sensing an unexplained presence during his childhood visits to the Baguio Mansion House. Also known as the official summer residence of the Philippine…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) vowed to continue its pursuit of former Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gerald Bantag following an unsuccessful operation to arrest him in Ifugao. “We will…
TACLOBAN CITY — Nearly 4,000 human remains at the city’s public Catholic cemetery, El Reposo, have yet to be retrieved by their families despite appeals by the local Catholic Church and the city government to transfer…
MANILA, Philippines — Over 1.4 million passengers have passed through the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) during the Undas week, the terminal said on Monday. PITX recorded a total of 1,499,454 passengers…
ILOILO CITY — At least 18 people, including elderly cemetery visitors, received medical assistance during the observance of Undas, or All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, in Iloilo City. In a situational report released…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Seven drug suspects were arrested after police seized nearly half a million pesos worth of suspected shabu in anti-narcotics operations across the Caraga region on Oct. 31. Brig. Gen…
MARAWI CITY — The provincial government of Lanao del Sur is gearing up to hold town hall meetings in three Mindanao cities to help families of victims who went missing during the 2017 Marawi siege obtain information and…
MANILA, Philippines — Despite the hot and humid weather, visitors continued to flock to the Manila South Cemetery on Monday, All Souls’ Day. The Manila Police District recorded over 2,200 visitors inside the cemetery as…
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — Environmental authorities in Valencia City urged cemetery-goers to practice proper waste management as cleanup crews brace for an estimated 20 tons of mixed garbage across local burial sites…
LUCENA CITY — Police arrested a 26-year-old fugitive at a public cemetery in the Rizal town of Angono on Sunday night, Nov. 1. The suspect, who was on the most wanted persons list of the Rizal Police Provincial Office…
CALASIAO, Pangasinan — Two motorcycle riders were killed while a back rider was injured in a head-on collision along the Manila North Road in Urdaneta City at around 6 p.m. on Sunday. A 55-year-old motorcycle rider from…
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian has urged political blocs, civil society organizations and local government units to support the newly elected Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao…
MANILA, Philippines — Some families had difficulty visiting the graves of their departed loved ones at Holy Spirit Memorial Park in Masantol, Pampanga, during Undas 2026 due to persistent flooding in the area…
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) logged more than 23,000 passengers at ports nationwide by Monday midnight, as thousands traveled for the annual observance of All Souls’ Day. The PCG said it…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Operatives arrested on Sunday Caraga region’s fifth most wanted person, who is facing a murder charge, in Agusan del Sur. Police Col. Romeo Villalobos Jr., Agusan del Sur police…
MARAWI CITY — Around 200 rice farmers from Maguing and Poona Bayabao in Lanao del Sur received fertilizer assistance after participating in a training program on improving rice production and adapting to climate change…
TAGBILARAN CITY — A 15-year-old boy has admitted killing his 46-year-old mother with a hammer following an argument at their home in Panglao, Bohol, before dragging her body to an abandoned septic tank, police said…
MANILA, Philippines — The Manila North Cemetery recorded more than 1.3 million visitors on Sunday, All Saints’ Day. Based on the cemetery’s crowd monitoring update, an estimated 1,326,800 people visited their departed…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Quezon City Rep. Marvin Rillo said he is willing to drop the seven counts of cyber libel he filed against Peanut Gallery Media Network (PGMN) host CJ Hirro if she apologizes, but the accused…
MANILA, Philippines — Private vehicles will be temporarily allowed to pass through the Edsa Busway from Nepa Q-Mart to Boni Avenue stations starting Monday, November 2, Transportation Sec. Vince Dizon announced. Dizon…
MANILA, Philippines — Major roads across Metro Manila are experiencing light traffic as of 7 a.m. on Monday, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) said. The update came as Filipinos observe All Souls’ Day…
MANILA, Philippines — The northeast monsoon, locally known as amihan, is forecast to bring rain showers to Extreme Northern Luzon on All Souls’ Day, Nov. 2, the state weather bureau reported. According to the Philippine…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson has cautioned authorities against publicly disclosing operational details in the intensified search for Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, saying secrecy is essential when law…
MANILA, Philippines — The Truth Commission will assist families of drug war victims if they take legal action against the doctors who allegedly violated their profession’s code of ethics when they signed off death…
MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte could wrap up by end-November, the House’s lead prosecutor said on Sunday, which could mark the end of a months-long proceeding that has exposed…
MANILA, Philippines — Philip “Popoy” Juico, former Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) secretary and a prominent figure in the country’s sports administration who headed the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and the…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police stressed the need for mental health support on Sunday after rescuing a missing student from the University of the Philippines (UP) Los Baños who allegedly attempted…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) urged the owners of the 25 deceased dogs and cats that were dumped at a vacant lot in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, to sue the pet crematorium for estafa…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police has intensified intelligence operations nationwide to determine whether separate child exploitation cases in Pangasinan and Cebu involve a common network of…
TAGBILARAN CITY, BOHOL, Philippines — Before heading home after paying tribute to their departed loved ones on All Saints’ Day, some cemetery visitors in Barangay Taloto here make one final stop: passing through a cloud…
COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — Duyog Bangsamoro, a national multisectoral coalition supporting the Bangsamoro peace process, welcomed on Sunday the assumption of the first elected parliament in the Bangsamoro…
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The city council is seeking a detailed accounting of Camp John Hay‘s business tax collections and the city’s estimated P225-million claim for unpaid rentals and revenue shares from the…
MANILA, Philippines – The Final Frontier is making its way to the Commander table as Star Trek joins Magic: The Gathering (MTG) with four new preconstructed decks set to release on November 13, 2026. As the final major…
An interview with Ria Lu and an analysis on the perception of video games and young gamers in the Philippines. MANILA, Philippines – There’s been so much attention on video games and heat on the Philippine video game…
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