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China tells Philippines to stop politicians crossing 'red lines'
Beijing, China—China’s top diplomat Wang Yi urged the Philippines on Tuesday to rein in politicians who had repeatedly “smeared” Beijing and crossed its “red lines”. The two Asian nations have long been at loggerheads…
PBA: San Miguel avoids sweep with Game 3 escape vs Ginebra
DASMARINAS, Cavite—San Miguel Beer extended its PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinal series to a fourth game after holding off Barangay Ginebra, 101-98, and prevented a sweep on Tuesday here. Import George King overcame his…
Florida jet crash update: Bad weather a 'major' focus
New York, United States—Weather conditions are a “major” focus of an investigation into a weekend private plane crash that killed nine people, US transportation investigators said Monday. At a briefing, Tom Chapman of…
Filipino American history celebrated in mural unveiled at California university
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Following years of student advocacy for greater recognition of Filipino Americans’ contributions to US history, San Jose State University has unveiled a permanent mural honoring Filipino heritage…
Spanish footballer Jesus de Miguel dies after collision with keeper
Madrid, Spain—Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel died on Tuesday as a result of injuries he suffered in a sickening collision with FC Andorra’s goalkeeper in a Spanish second division match. “Broken with pain, with a lump…
FIVB, AVC recognize PNVF leadership under Frank Lao
MANILA, Philippines — The FIVB and Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) have recognized the new Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) board, led by president Frank Lao. Lao, who was elected with the new board…
PVL: Nxled stays perfect with victory over Choco Mucho
MANILA, Philippines — Nxled mounted a big comeback in the third set and beat Choco Mucho, 25-23, 23-25, 25-23, 25-17, to stay unbeaten in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series on Tuesday night at Smart Araneta…
Alex Eala holds off lucky loser Emerson Jones at Hong Kong Open
LIVE: Alex Eala vs Emerson Jones – Hong Kong Open Round of 32 MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala staved off a scare from lucky loser Emerson Jones, 6-4, 6-3, to advance to the Hong Kong Open round of 16 on Tuesday night…
JP Macatula rolls perfect game at Sletba Open
CAINTA, Rizal — National player JP Macatula scored a perfect game Tuesday, the first achieved in the ongoing 28th Sletba Open Championships at the Sta. Lucia East Bowling Center here. Macatula made the feat, his 17th…
PNP vows stronger action against perpetrators of attacks on journalists
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening accountability mechanisms and ensuring that offenses committed against members of the press are properly addressed. PNP…
Alex Eala sets up rematch with Tereza Valentova in Hong Kong Open
Alexandra Eala booked her place in the final 16 of the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open, defeating the Australian teenager Emerson Jones in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3. Jones, 18, stepped into the round of 32 to replace the…
PBA: Converge nears semis breakthrough, routs Rain or Shine
DASMARINAS, Cavite—Converge moved closer to securing its first-ever semis berth after defeating Rain or Shine, 105-89, on Tuesday for a 2-1 lead in their PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinal series here. Juan Gomez de Liano…
BOC, PDEA intercept P100-M worth of ketamine in two shipments from Europe
MANILA – The Bureau of Customs (BOC)–Port of Clark, in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), has intercepted two shipments containing 19.89 kilos of ketamine valued at nearly PHP100 million…
5 alleged robbery gang members killed in Bacoor police encounter
MANILA, Philippines — Five members of an armed robbery group were shot dead following an encounter with the police in Bacoor, Cavite on Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 3. Bacoor Police Station chief PLt.Col. Alexie Desamito…
5 alleged robbery gang members killed in Bacoor police encounter
MANILA, Philippines — Five members of an armed robbery group were shot dead following an encounter with the police in Bacoor, Cavite on Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 3. Bacoor Police Station chief PLt.Col. Alexie Desamito…
PNP: 1 Chinese, 2 Malaysians behind ‘parcel scam hub’ in Pasay City
MANILA, Philippines — A Chinese national and two Malaysians are the masterminds behind a “parcel scam hub” that operated for three months, said Philippine National Police (PNP) authorities on Tuesday. “As of now meron…
Mandaue City campaigns against open burning of garbage
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu—The Mandaue City Environment and Natural Resources Office (MCENRO) continues to intensify its campaign against open burning through information and education campaigns (IEC) and enforcement…
Million-peso luxury credit card scam busted; Chinese national arrested
CEBU CITY — Quick-thinking store representatives and vigilant security personnel at Nustar Resort and Casino thwarted a high-value luxury fraud scheme on November 2, 2026, leading to the arrest of a foreign national…
There’s something special about Kasa Palma sommelier Sebastian Narciso
Sebastian Narciso’s wine selections and pairings alone make the visit to Kasa Palma even more worthwhile...
Gehlee Dangca's debut solo single ‘Closer’ MV surpasses 1 million views
Former K-pop artist Gehlee Dangca, who is among the “Pinoy Big Brother: Collab 3.0” housemates, received overwhelming support for her debut solo single “Closer,” with its official music video garnering over 1.4 million…
Alex Eala faces lucky loser Emerson Jones at Hong Kong Open
LIVE: Alex Eala vs Emerson Jones – Hong Kong Open Round of 32 MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala plays Australian lucky loser Emerson Jones instead to begin her Hong Kong Open campaign on Tuesday night. Jones was a…
US-backed Zamboanga del Sur counterterrorism hub formally launched
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — Highlighting a growing defense and security partnership between the Philippines and the United States, Zamboanga del Sur provincial officials welcomed a delegation from the US Embassy…
Spikers' Turf: ClearSkiiin escapes gutsy AFP for solo lead
MANILA, Philippines — ClearSkiiin took the solo lead in the Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference after surviving winless but gritty Armed Forces of the Philippines in five sets, 25-12, 25-12, 24-26, 14-25, 15-9, on…
DigiPlus 9-month profit drops 12% to P8.9B
MANILA, Philippines — Weaker gaming revenues and softer macroeconomic conditions have reduced DigiPlus Interactive Corp.’s nine-month net income to about 12 percent to P8.9 billion from P10.11 billion last year. The…
Built to fold, tested to last: How Samsung has refined foldable durability across eight generations
As foldable smartphones evolve, the conversation goes beyond how a device looks or how thin it can be. What matters is how its design, materials, and components work together through everyday use. With eight generations…
The Levi’s® brand says 'Let’s Get Fuzzy' this Levi’s® sweater season
This holiday season, the Levi’s® brand embraces the idea that warmth is more than a feeling – it’s a way of showing up. With “Let’s Get Fuzzy,” the brand’s Holiday 2026 campaign, Levi’s® celebrates the textures, layers…
From DOT Five-Star Distinction to MICHELIN Guide Recognition for Hotel and Dining: Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort continues to stand out as Cebu's top resort destination
LAPU-LAPU CITY, CEBU, PHILIPPINES — From five-star hospitality to MICHELIN Guide recognitions, Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort, part of Marriott International’s global portfolio of hotel brands, continues to distinguish…
Cebuano lands among October 2026 CPALE topnotchers
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Robert Cuyong Toledano Jr. landed among the October 2026 Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination (CPALE) topnotchers, bringing pride to Cebu after securing eighth place nationwide…
Garie Concepcion, Michael Pangilinan expecting baby No. 2
Garie Concepcion beamed with gratitude as she revealed that she and singer Michael Pangilinan are set to welcome their second child in 2027. Garie, daughter of actor Gabby Concepcion and businesswoman Grace Ibuna…
Katrina Johnson nixes idea of Miss International 'archetype'
The Miss International pageant is one of the competitions where avid fans believe a candidate of a certain archetype (erroneously referred to by many as “prototype”) has a favorable shot at the crown. But Philippine…
USJ-R Jaguars, Roger Yap enjoy unexpected Cesafi run
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Nobody expected the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Jaguars to be in contention for a Final Four berth this season, but the young squad has turned heads in the Cebu Schools Athletic…
Sunlife receives Golden Arrow Award for 8th Consecutive Year for Corporate Governance Excellence
Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. (Sunlife) has been recognized with a Golden Arrow Award for the eighth consecutive year, based on the 2025 ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS). The recognition reflects…
De Lima tells China: ‘Walk the talk’ first on peace ahead of Asean
MANILA, Philippines — China should first show its commitment to regional peace through concrete actions before it actively participates in the upcoming Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) summit, Mamamayang…
Council debates whether P50M confidential fund releases broke rules
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Questions surfaced over whether the release of ₱50 million in confidential funds released near the end of two government periods complied with auditing rules. Local councilors here on Tuesday…
NBA: Kings get first win at expense of Mavericks
DALLAS — Rookie Darius Acuff Jr. scored 25 points and the Sacramento Kings won for the first time in seven games this NBA season, beating the Dallas Mavericks 115-100 on Monday night. Malik Monk added 24 points and Zach…
BREAKING: Fire hits residential area in Ward 3, Minglanilla
Cebu City, Philippines — A residential fire broke out in Barangay Ward 3, Minglanilla, Cebu, Tuesday afternoon, November 3, 2026. Personnel from Minglanilla Traffic Command (MITCOM), the Municipal Disaster Risk…
Jose Almendras receives Japan’s Order of the Rising Sun
MANILA, Philippines — The Japanese government has conferred the prestigious Order of the Rising Sun on former Cabinet official Jose Rene Gregory Almendras in recognition of his contributions to strengthening relations…
NBA: Knicks break away in fourth, beat Nets for 15th straight time
NEW YORK — Landry Shamet scored a season-high 22 points and the New York Knicks beat the Brooklyn Nets 103-90 on Monday night for their 15th straight victory over their city rival. The Knicks were in danger of losing to…
Maple’s Pet Dinosaur releases debut EP Child’s Play and new single 'Ice Cream Truck'
FINAL TICKETS FOR TONIGHT’S ONE-NIGHT-ONLY EP LAUNCH SHOW AT TOWER CINEMAS IN NEWCASTLE AVAILABLE HERE LISTEN TO CHILD’S PLAY EP HERE Today, 16-year-old Australian rock wunderkind, Maple’s Pet Dinosaur has released her…
NBA: Luka Doncic sustains spectacular start as Lakers beat Heat
LOS ANGELES — Although Luka Doncic is in his ninth NBA season as one of the sport’s most dynamic scorers, he has rarely been better than this. Two weeks into the Los Angeles Lakers’ first season following LeBron James’…
Badminton: Laborte helps win first men's doubles crown for Ateneo
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cebuano badminton standout Lyrden Laborte steered the Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles to their first-ever men’s doubles championship in the inaugural three-event format of the UAAP…
122 schools in W. Visayas suspends in-person classes due to extreme heat
ILOILO CITY— The Department of Education (DepEd) reported Wednesday that a total of 122 public schools in 14 local government units (LGUs) in Western Visayas suspended in-person classes due to high heat index, which…
Ashe unveils new song 'Stop The Wedding!' and video
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Ashe is unveiling her new single “Stop The Wedding!” alongside a video directed by Silken Weinberg. The track is her debut release with Atlantic Records; listen/share the track…
OMAH Lay and Gunna team up on 'Back to Lagos'
THE GLOBAL AFRO-FUSION STAR EXPANDS HIS ACCLAIMED SOPHOMORE ALBUM WITH FOUR NEW TRACKS. LISTEN HERE “His voice seduces with every note” – Earmilk “Twelve songs of great songwriting, production that understands moments…
Longing across the distance: Wali and Siti Badriah unite in 'Kangen Awakmu'
Two big names in Indonesian music finally meet in one song. Together with Nagaswara, Pop Melayu band Wali teams up with dangdut-pop singer Siti Badriah on their newest single, “Kangen Awakmu”, a song about missing a…
JISOO releases spellbinding new single 'ADDICTED'
“ADDICTED” BUILDS ON PREVIOUS SINGLE “CLICK,” DEEPENING THE THEME OF CONNECTION AND CAPTURING THE INTOXICATING PULL OF AN IRRESISTIBLE ATTRACTION Today, global pop icon JISOO reveals the next chapter of this exciting…
Cebu Football Club shoots for back-to-back wins against Mendiola
CEBU CITY, Philippines—The Cebu Football Club (Cebu FC) looks to build on its first victory of the season when it takes on Mendiola FC in the Philippines Football League (PFL) Season 2026-2027 on Wednesday, November 4…
Only reigning Pinoy world boxing champ stakes title vs unbeaten Spaniard
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Filipino world champion Pedro Taduran is set for another important test of his reign when he defends his International Boxing Federation (IBF) minimumweight world title against undefeated…
PVL: Galeries Tower hangs on to beat Akari for first win
MANILA, Philippines — Galeries Tower survived Akari in five sets, 25-22, 26-24, 23-25, 15-25, 15-10, to finally capture its first win in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series on Tuesday at Smart Araneta…
LIVE: Alex Eala vs Alycia Parks - Hong Kong Open Round of 32
Alex Eala kicks off her Hong Kong Open campaign against American Alycia Parks in the round of 32 on Tuesday at Center Court. SCHEDULE: Alex Eala at Hong Kong Open November 3, Tuesday – Center Court 6:30 p.m. – Alex Eala…
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MNLF faction: 'Bato Dela Rosa not under our protection'
COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — A Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) faction, led by former Cotabato City Mayor Muslimin Sema, has denied claims that it is protecting Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa. The faction…
Nadine Lustre steps into her ALPHA moment as the new face of Density Noir
Vanguard Aesthetics Philippines introduces Nadine Lustre as the new ambassador for Density Noir, unveiling a campaign that celebrates the power of embracing every side of yourself. Vanguard Aesthetics Philippines…
Nadine Lustre steps into her ALPHA moment as the new face of Density Noir
Vanguard Aesthetics Philippines introduces Nadine Lustre as the new ambassador for Density Noir, unveiling a campaign that celebrates the power of embracing every side of yourself. Vanguard Aesthetics Philippines…
US to drop South Africa, Rwanda from AGOA duty-free trade initiative
South Africa and Rwanda are set to be removed from a US trade initiative that has provided duty-free access to the US market for thousands of products from sub-Saharan African countries for 26 years. On Monday, US Trade…
For US Democrats, climate policy is now about energy bills
President Donald Trump’s administration has gutted US climate policy. Yet, even as wildfires, record heat waves and flooding hit communities across the country, Democrats are keeping quiet about global warming on the…
Britney Spears says sister Jamie, ex-husband Kevin made her feel like 'slave'
Britney Spears said she is seeking a “new family” as she accused her sister Jamie Lynn Spears and former husband Kevin Federline of keeping secrets behind her back and making her feel like a “slave.” The American pop…
108th PH Open at the Masters won't be a walk in the park
MANILA, Philippines–As television cameras are slowly rising on each green of the Masters layout of the Manila Southwoods here, Filipino bets—one after the other—are sampling the world-class layout ahead of the foreign…
World Surf League: Simmers, Medina crowned first PH Pro champions
SIARGAO – Caitlin Simmers and Gabriel Medina claimed the women’s and men’s titles, respectively, in the first-ever World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour Philippines Pro at Cloud 9 on Tuesday. Simmers, the American…
Will renewed conflict derail Ethiopia's economic growth?
Ethiopia’s economy is growing strongly. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts real growth of 9.2% for the 2025–26 fiscal year. But renewed fighting in the north, high reconstruction costs and climate-related…
TECNO Mobile’s CAMON Slim 5G: Making life lighter, one moment of becoming at a time
Life takes different paths for different people. For young working Filipinas balancing careers, personal ambitions, relationships, and everyday responsibilities, finding ways to make each day a little easier can begin…
Apple-DepEd tie-up to send 170,000 MacBook Neo to teachers
MANILA, Philippines – An Apple, Department of Education (DepEd) partnership will deploy 170,000 MacBook Neo to teachers and staff. Apple CEO John Ternus announced the partnership recently. Ternus said that this would be…
NBA: Harper, Wembanyama lead Spurs past Jazz for 5th straight win
SAN ANTONIO — Dylan Harper scored 17 points, Victor Wembanyama added 12 points, 11 rebounds and three blocks and the San Antonio Spurs rolled to their fifth straight victory, topping the Utah Jazz 119-97 on Monday…
Schools may independently suspend, resume classes under new Marcos EO
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. issued a new policy that schools may independently suspend in-person classes based on safety risks within their premises and seek to resume face-to-face learning…
Teodoro: Ex-President Duterte ended oil talks with China, not me
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Tuesday rejected China’s accusation that he had sabotaged joint oil and gas exploration talks with Beijing, saying former President Rodrigo Duterte had…
Alcoy: Student faces theft rap for ‘stealing’ P40K from vlogger 'Boy Tapang'
LAPU-LAPU CITY — A 21-year-old student will be facing theft charges after he was caught allegedly stealing P10,000 from the house of a vlogger on Monday night in Sitio Datag, Barangay Daanlungsod, Alcoy town in southern…
Heat index reaches dangerous levels in 16 areas on Tuesday — Pagasa
MANILA, Philippines — Heat index in 16 areas across the country is expected to reach dangerous levels up to 43 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, according to the state weather bureau. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical…
New York reports first measles-related death in 30 years
NEW YORK — A child in New York died after contracting measles, marking the state’s first death linked to the disease in 30 years, authorities said on Monday. The child died in Lewis County in the north of New York…
NBA: Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder past Cavs
LOS ANGELES, United States —Shai Gilgeous-Alexander erupted for 43 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder halted their two-game losing streak with a battling 117-112 road victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday…
Germany's chancellor called for Korean unity. Does Seoul want that?
The story of South and North Korea — two nations that share history, language and much of their cultural heritage — sounds familiar to Germans. Their own country spent decades divided by opposing regimes until…
5 people rescued in Kiribati after 3 months drifting at sea
MELBOURNE, Australia — Five people, including two children, were rescued this week in the South Pacific island nation of Kiribati after three months drifting at sea in a 20-foot skiff, authorities said. Another four…
NBA: Steph Curry, Warriors hold off Suns in testy game
SAN FRANCISCO — Stephen Curry had 34 points, six rebounds, and seven assists, Charles Bassey scored a career-best 19 points to go with eight rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors held off the Phoenix Suns 116-113 in a…
Atsuko Okatsuka returns to Manila for 'The Big Bowl Tour' on November 15
Atsuko Okatsuka will return to Manila with The Big Bowl Tour on November 15, 2026, at the New Frontier Theater, brought to you by Insignia Presents and Bohm Presents. Atsuko last performed in the city in 2024, when she…
NBA: Rockets move into first in West with win over Celtics
HOUSTON — Alperen Sengun had 26 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds to lead the Houston Rockets to a 109-93 win over the Boston Celtics on Monday night. The Rockets improved to 7-1, moving into first place in the…
19 rescued after motorbanca sinks off Punta Engaño, Lapu-Lapu City
CEBU CITY, Philippines- Nineteen individuals were rescued after the motorbanca they were aboard experienced engine trouble while navigating the waters between Olango Island and Punta Engaño in mainland Lapu-Lapu City…
NBA: Pelicans overcome Ty Jerome, Grizzlies in OT
MEMPHIS, Tennessee — Zion Williamson scored 25 points, including nine in overtime, Jeremiah Fears hit two free throws with 7.3 seconds left, and the New Orleans Pelicans handed the Memphis Grizzlies their first loss of…
Dear diary, meet my rant account
For a very long time, people write to express their thoughts and emotions, usually in diaries or on pieces of paper. But as time passed by, they turned to digital platforms, where expressing themselves became more…
Palace hoping for Chinese president's Asean Summit attendance
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday expressed hope that Chinese President Xi Jinping would attend the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit, saying his presence would provide an opportunity…
Teodoro denies Asean members opposed PH handling of China invite
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Tuesday denied China’s claim that several Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) countries had opposed the Philippines’ handling of Beijing’s…
DOH: US-bound travelers must declare recent DRC visits amid Ebola
MANILA, Philippines — Starting Nov. 3, passengers traveling by air to the United States must attest that they have not recently been to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) amid an Ebola virus outbreak there, the…
Cebu Capitol begins P14.6-B budget hearings Nov. 3
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The Cebu Provincial Board (PB) began deliberations on the proposed P14.6-billion budget of the Cebu Provincial government for 2027 on Tuesday, November 3, with provincial offices scheduled to…
Is El Niño making storms and flash floods worse?
NEW YORK — A chaotic climate phenomenon is intensifying heavy rains and floods in the Southwest, experts say. A natural warming cycle called El Niño is sizzling Pacific Ocean waters, leaking moisture into the air that…
Duterte's lawyer 'flags' witness' opinions in drug war case at ICC
MANILA, Philippines—The lead defense lawyer of former President Rodrigo Duterte is opposing a prosecution witness whose testimony was deemed opinionated about the former leader’s role in the war on drugs. Peter Haynes…
Sasha Lacuna tops The Miss Globe 2026 'Miss Social Media' Round 1 poll
The Filipinos’ bayanihan spirit propelled Sasha Lacuna at the online poll for the “Miss Social Media” award at the ongoing The Miss Globe pageant in Thailand, pushing the Binibining Pilipinas titleholder at the top at…
A toast to a win? LeBron James takes a sip of fan's wine
PHILADELPHIA — At 41 years old and still playing at an elite level, some might say LeBron James is aging like a fine wine. Well, maybe having some wine during Monday’s contest helped his game, too. After coming up empty…
'Cursed' Peru town hopes Pope Leo brings better luck
Chiclayo, Peru—A luckless Peruvian town that has for centuries been dismissed as cursed is hoping for a new lease on life when Pope Leo visits this month. Under Spanish colonial rule in the 16th century, Zana — home to…
Ogie Alcasid to stage 'Kailangan Kita' musical with wife Regine Velasquez
Ogie Alcasid drew excitement among fans as he announced the 2027 staging of his musical “Kailangan Kita,” featuring him and his wife, Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez. The OPM veteran announced this through his Facebook…
Thomas Markle's rented storage unit raided by Mexican investigators
TIJUANA, Mexico — Mexican authorities raided a storage unit rented by Meghan Markle’s estranged father as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged child sex abuse material, the state prosecutor’s office told AFP on…
NBA: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander pushes Thunder past Cavaliers
CLEVELAND — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a season-high 43 points and made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 32.6 seconds remaining as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-112 on Monday night in the…
See More, Learn More: TechLife teases Pad Neo SE, a learning companion designed for families
TechLife is giving families an early look at the upcoming TechLife Pad Neo SE, a learning companion designed for families. Built around See More, Learn More, it gives children more room to explore and learn, and gives…
One killed after helicopters collide in Nepal
KATHMANDU — Two helicopters collided and crashed while attempting to land in Nepal’s Everest region on Tuesday, killing a foreign national and injuring another person, police told AFP. Small helicopters are widely used…
NBA: Williamson scores 25, leads Pelicans to win over Grizzlies in OT
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Zion Williamson scored 25 points including nine in overtime, Jeremiah Fears hit two free throws with 7.3 seconds left, and the New Orleans Pelicans handed the Memphis Grizzlies their first loss of the…
The Philippines leads Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to work for in Southeast Asia list with 54 companies
The Philippines has more companies on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For™ Southeast Asia 2026 list than any other country, with 54 companies certified in the Philippines named in the ranking released today by…
Army’s 75IB honored for roles in peaceful BARMM elections
SHARIFF AGUAK, Maguindanao del Sur — The Army’s 601st Infantry Brigade has honored the 75th Infantry Battalion (75IB) for its service and contributions to maintaining peace and security in the Bangsamoro region…
Rodrigo Duterte crimes against humanity trial: ICC's final ground rules
MANILA, Philippines — The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) Trial Chamber III held its final status conference on Monday, Nov. 2, ahead of the Nov. 30 trial of former President Rodrigo Duterte. At the status…
NBA: Maxey, LeBron lead 76ers to 7-1 start with win over Bulls
PHILADELPHIA — Tyrese Maxey scored 15 of his game-high 26 points in the fourth quarter, LeBron James had 15 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers won their fourth in a row, 126-107 over the…
LTO sets new renewal deadlines for expired licenses, registrations
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Motorists with expired driver’s licenses and vehicle registrations have until February 2027 to complete their renewal transactions under a staggered schedule issued by the Land Transportation…
NBA: OKC Thunder to honor Russell Westbrook in February
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma City Thunder announced Monday they will honor former league MVP Russell Westbrook by retiring his No. 0 in February. Westbrook, 37, played 11 of his 18 NBA seasons with Oklahoma City and…
Why Spartan Trail in Cebu remains closed to hikers
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Hikers cannot yet return to the city’s Spartan Trail as environmental authorities review how outdoor activities should be regulated within the protected landscape. This follows reports of…
Duterte defense again opposes bid to admit witness testimony
MANILA, Philippines — Former President Rodrigo Duterte’s defense counsel before the International Criminal Court (ICC) objected to the prosecution’s request to admit as evidence the recorded testimony of another…
St. Luke’s probes data breach in mobile app
MANILA, Philippines — St. Luke’s Medical Center and the National Privacy Commission (NPC) are investigating a cybersecurity incident involving the hospital network’s mobile application that may have compromised personal…
Cebu City cancels international cockfighting derby over permit issues - City legal
CEBU CITY, Philippines — An international cockfighting derby scheduled at a luxury integrated resort and casino here did not push through after organizers failed to secure the necessary permits from the Cebu City…
Living costs, housing, job uncertainty fuel European youth anger
PARIS — Countries across Europe have been swept by a wave of protests by young people angry at the spiraling cost of living who have little trust in traditional institutions. While local grievances have fueled the fire…
ICC prosecution seeks to use 3 more recorded testimonies in Duterte case
MANILA, Philippines — The prosecution in former President Rodrigo Duterte’s crimes against humanity case before the International Criminal Court (ICC) is again seeking to admit as evidence the pre-recorded testimonies…
Americans vote in midterms set to upend Trump presidency
WASHINGTON — Americans deliver their verdict on Donald Trump’s tumultuous second presidency Tuesday in midterm elections that threaten to shatter his grip on Washington, with Democrats poised to seize the House and…
Florida jet crash victims: 4-year-old, 2-year-old among those who perished
A 20-year-old woman who had been a licensed pilot since she was a teenager and a technology entrepreneur and his family were among nine people killed when a small jet crashed and exploded in South Florida, family…
US strikes Iran's Qeshm island – Wall Street Journal
The United States on Monday attacked Iran’s Qeshm Island, the Wall Street Journal reported, even as President Donald Trump signaled progress in negotiations with Tehran to end the eight-month-old conflict. The Journal…
Djokovic hopeful of 'fresh start' for Serbia after students win election
PARIS — Tennis star Novak Djokovic said on Monday he hoped Serbia’s student movement would mark a “fresh start for the country” after its election victory over longtime leader Aleksandar Vucic. On October 25, after…
LOOK: Heidi Klum goes for severed hand for Halloween
Heidi Klum underwent a bloody transformation to become a giant, gruesome severed hand for her annual Halloween party in New York on Saturday, Oct. 31, 25 years after she began hosting the much-anticipated event. Klum…
Fridge cyberattack hits supermarkets across Europe
BRUSSELS — A suspected cyberattack hit grocery stores across at least nine European countries on Monday, prompting the EU to warn of a deliberate attempt to disrupt the bloc’s food supply chain. Supermarkets in Belgium…
Anthony Pangilinan weighs in on handling of Baby Doll Juby's interview
Anthony Pangilinan spoke up about Showtime Baby Doll Juby’s “dream” about his actor son Donny Pangilinan, saying that her statement could have been handled with more sensitivity. Juby and her fellow members made a guest…
Capitol forms task force to prepare Cebu for Super El Niño
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — With a potentially stronger El Niño threatening water supplies, agriculture, public health, and livelihoods, the Cebu Provincial government has formed a task force to coordinate preparations…
Spain train crash: All 69 victims identified
MADRID, Spain — Spanish authorities said on Monday they had identified all 69 victims of last week’s high-speed train collision, following the confirmation of three more identities. The disaster, which occurred on…
North Korea denies involvement in $6 B Binance crypto platform heist
North Korea denied a U.S. accusation that it was involved in the theft of assets worth more than $6 billion from the Binance cryptocurrency exchange platform last week, state media reported Tuesday. In a statement dated…
ICC chief raps US sanctions on court, vows to keep pursuing mission
International Criminal Court chief Tomoko Akane pledged in a statement to the U.N. General Assembly on Monday that the court will continue its work on behalf of victims of serious crimes despite U.S. attempts to…
One year after Typhoon Tino: How Cebu is picking up the pieces, one by one
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Amie Bobo stayed awake that night, listening to the swelling creek near her home in Barangay Cabadiangan, Compostela, while her parents and children slept. Living just meters from the bank, she…
‘Init ug igang’: Visayas to see fair weather with high heat index Tuesday
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The Visayas will experience generally fair weather and high heat indices on Tuesday, November 3, state weather bureau Pagasa said. The hot and humid conditions will come with partly cloudy to…
Alex Eala talks 'intimidating' Nadal, fan frenzy in breakthrough year
HONG KONG, China — Philippines tennis trailblazer Alex Eala remembers the moment it struck her just how wildly popular she had become, telling AFP: “It was shocking.” It was a hot and sunny January day in Melbourne this…
Florida plane crash: Bad weather a 'major' focus of probe
NEW YORK — Weather conditions are a “major” focus of an investigation into a weekend private plane crash that killed nine people, US transportation investigators said Monday. At a briefing, Tom Chapman of the National…
WHO urged to review drinking water standards amid nitrate health fears
GENEVA, Switzerland — Dozens of global health and environmental organizations called on the World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday to revise decades-old standards for nitrate levels in drinking water, arguing that…
Florida crash probe: Parts of a Learjet may have broken off midair
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Parts of a business jet likely started to break off even before it slammed into the ground and erupted in a ball of flames in South Florida, killing all nine people on board, a federal…
Cebu to hold modest rites marking deadly Typhoon Tino anniversary
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu Province and Cebu City are planning modest commemorations for the first anniversary of Typhoon Tino on November 4, as recovery efforts continue nearly a year after the storm unleashed…
Trump admin asks top court to set aside 20,000 California ballots
WASHINGTON, United States — The Trump administration asked the US Supreme Court on Monday to force California to set aside the mail-in ballots of more than 20,000 people it claims may not be American citizens. The move…
NBA: Thunder to retire Westbrook jersey '0' in February
WASHINGTON, United States — The Oklahoma City Thunder will retire the number “0” jersey of star guard Russell Westbrook at a February 7 home game against New York, the NBA club announced on Monday. The 37-year-old guard…
Portraits of good restaurant design
Manam’s largest shop to date and Theo & Philo’s first store look to reshape Filipinos’ in-store experience...
Gasoline prices to increase by P3.50/L — DOE
MANILA, Philippines — Gasoline prices will increase by as much as P3.50 per liter effective on Tuesday. This was according to the Department of Energy (DOE). Diesel and kerosene prices will be slashed by at least P1 to…
Spain train crash: Spanish authorities identify all 69 victims
MADRID, Spain — Spanish authorities said on Monday they had identified all 69 people killed in last week’s high-speed train collision after confirming the identities of three more victims. Wednesday’s disaster — one of…
Tear-proof mascaras that won’t leave you with panda eyes
There are plenty of reasons to wear waterproof mascara, and none should end with you checking the mirror for panda eyes...
Prosecutors want US mother retried for killing her children
PLYMOUTH, United States — Prosecutors said Monday they plan to retry a US mother accused of killing her three children after a jury deadlock led to a mistrial in a case that has gripped the United States. Lindsay…
‘LOL’ season 2 pokes fun at commuter woes
In “LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines,” 10 comics use every wisecrack and trick up their sleeves to make each other laugh—all while keeping a straight face. At stake? P1 million...
Gasoline prices up by P3.50/L
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Energy (DOE) said gasoline prices will increase by as much as P3.50 per liter effective on Tuesday. Diesel and kerosene will have price cuts of at least P1 to P1.90, respectively…
Trump’s Republicans scramble to stop Democratic wave
WASHINGTON, DC — Republicans made a final push on Sunday to prevent a predicted thumping in US midterm elections where Democrats are gunning to win control of Congress and impose a first political check on President…
Biz groups to PH, China: ‘Lower the temperature’
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines stands to suffer more than China from a further deterioration in bilateral relations, business and civic groups warned on Monday, urging Manila and Beijing to “lower the…
US Envoy calls for stronger economic ties with PH
MANILA, Philippines — The United States aims to strengthen its economic partnership with the Philippines to match their long-standing defense alliance. In a statement on Monday, US Ambassador to the Philippines Lee…
In Amsterdam’s Art Zoo, animals ‘tell’ stories
AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands — Look up as you enter Amsterdam’s new Art Zoo museum, and a 12-foot crocodile stares down at you, mouth open, ready to chomp. The taxidermic reptile is one of hundreds of preserved creatures…
Ajido finishes fifth, behind taller opponents, in fly race
DAKAR—Jamesray Mishael Ajido has the skills to compete against the world’s best young swimmers. What he lacks is the height and reach that often make the difference in a sport decided by fractions of a second. That…
With streak in line, Chameleons face dangerous Titans
Nxled puts its unbeaten record on the line against Choco Mucho on Tuesday, seeking a fourth straight victory and a share of the lead in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series at Smart Araneta Coliseum. The…
As Kings eye sweep, Painters and FiberXers resume entertaining showdown
Barangay Ginebra will try to bring out the broom against San Miguel Beer in their PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinal series, but before that, a more thrilling duel is expected to excite fans in Dasmariñas, Cavite. Rain or…
Refusing a seat at the table
The meeting of defense chiefs from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) and its dialogue partners, including the United States, Japan, and Australia, in Cebu last week could not have come at a better time…
A futile rate hike
Why has the peso kept losing value even after the recent “jumbo” interest rate hike by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)? In theory, this would make peso-denominated assets more attractive to global investors…
Marcos’ early onset ‘lame-duckism’
President Marcos may be experiencing the early onset of ”lame-duckism”: the erosion of practical governing authority before his constitutional term ends. Five forces appear to be converging: the inherited credibility…
‘Made in PH’: We need to industrialize (1)
Marawi/Bukidnon—“A society that mocks virtue prepares its own collapse.” That’s how Socrates’ politically immortal wisdom is usually summarized. Unquestionably, ours is a divided nation, and ”virtue”—as understood by…
Climbing Everest
In recent years, we’ve had a strange break in our academic year, a hybrid of All Saints’ Day/All Souls’ Day and Halloween, providing something like Holy Week, more profane than holy, and commemorated by binging on…
Quo vadis, BARMM? (2)
Cotabato City—In June 2022, a new president assumed office after former President Rodrigo Duterte ended his term. President Marcos was elected together with his then UniTeam running mate, Sara Duterte, who assumed the…
The Opportune Time to Create Prosperity and Peace in Mindanao
The recent political event in Mindanao has made the country notice our supposedly “Land of Promise”—an island that is still often forgotten. I’m referring to the first parliamentary elections held in the Bangsamoro…
Who’s your daddy?
Abdul El-Sayed is everything Americans have been brainwashed to fear: a highly educated, articulate, competent, and charismatic brown Muslim son of immigrant Egyptian parents...
P15-M Mega Lotto jackpot of Nov. 2 draw won by lone bettor
MANILA, Philippines—The P15 million MegaLotto 6/45 jackpot on Monday, November 2, 2026, has been won by a lone bettor. This is according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office. The Grand Lotto 6/55 jackpot…
Supermarket freezers in European countries hit by apparent cyberattacks
STOCKHOLM — Supermarkets in Sweden, Belgium, Luxembourg, Ireland and Estonia were hit Monday by problems with freezers and fridges that apparently were caused by cyberattacks, forcing some to dispose of ruined food. The…
PH banks post record Q3 profit
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine banks posted their highest third-quarter profit on record in 2026, as elevated rates boosted their margins despite economic headwinds at home and abroad. Banks booked a combined net…
GCash seeks catalyst after rocky PSE start
MANILA, Philippines — GCash operator Mynt Inc.’s early stock market slump has made its shares more attractive, but stronger earnings could be needed to drive a recovery, according to COL Financial chief equity…
Apeco wants share of Canada’s P105-B Indo-Pacific push
MANILA, Philippines — The country’s economic zone in Casiguran, Aurora, is seeking to attract Canadian investments in critical infrastructure, clean energy and defense manufacturing, capitalizing on opportunities under…
Attracting tech giants to Pax Silica not enough, UP study warns
MANILA, Philippines — Even if the Philippines succeeds in attracting some of the world’s biggest technology companies to its Pax Silica hub, the United States-backed project may not necessarily move the country into…
DOE ready to defend asset-surrender rule in court
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Energy (DOE) is prepared to fight to keep the asset-surrender provision, as the Consunji Group floated the possibility of challenging the rule in court. “Yes, we are,” Energy…
PH eyeing to end tax break on low-cost imports
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Finance (DOF) is studying the possible removal of the tax exemption on imported packages worth less than P10,000, known as the “de minimis” rule, as the government seeks to plug…
Will a P20 sugar tax make Filipinos healthier?
MANILA, Philippines — If the government wants Filipinos to consume less sugar, why tax beverages by the liter rather than by how much sugar they contain? This is the question policymakers should answer before raising…
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Refill vending machine tested in Baguio to reduce plastic waste
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — A refill vending machine designed to reduce plastic waste, particularly single-use sachets, was pilot-tested along Session Road recently as part of efforts to encourage the use of reusable…
30-year-old man rescued from drowning at La Union beach
SAN ILDEFONSO, ILOCOS SUR, Philippines — Coast Guard personnel rescued a 30-year-old man swept into deeper waters by strong currents off Acapulco Beach in Barangay San Francisco, City of San Fernando, in nearby La Union…
Solon wants informal economy workers granted health insurance
MANILA, Philippines — A lawmaker has asked his colleagues in the House to approve a measure that would grant health insurance to workers in the informal economy, to ensure that they will have a financial safety net…
Move It accountability, rider protection sought after P555.75M penalty
MANILA, Philippines — Advocacy and transport groups on Tuesday called for motorcycle taxi platform Move It to be held accountable for exceeding its authorized rider allocation, while urging regulators to protect the…
PH-based parcel scam hub busted, 159 foreign nationals rounded up
MANILA, Philippines — At least 159 foreign nationals, including 128 Indonesians, were rounded up at an alleged “parcel scam hub” in Pasay City on Tuesday, Nov. 2, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said. According to…
Security guard in Bohol ignores injury, found dead the next day
PANGLAO, BOHOL, Philippines — A 36-year-old security guard was found dead inside a guardhouse at a construction site in Barangay Lourdes, Panglao, Bohol, on Tuesday morning, Nov. 3. The victim was identified as Eulalio…
765 firearms surrendered, deposited in Bicol campaign
LEGAZPI CITY, ALBAY, Philippines — Police in the Bicol region have accounted for 765 firearms with expired registrations, including 535 voluntarily deposited by their owners and 230 surrendered during police operations…
La Union cops open to probe into alleged protection of illegal gambling
SAN ILDEFONSO, ILOCOS SUR, Philippines — The La Union Police Provincial Office (LUPPO) asserted on Monday (Nov. 2) that it does not tolerate corruption or the involvement of its personnel in illegal activities, adding…
3 killed in separate shooting incidents in BARMM
COTABATO CITY – Three persons were killed in separate incidents of shooting in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao on Tuesday morning, police said. In Marawi City, according to Capt. Steffi Salanguit…
PCSO lotto results Nov. 3: No winner for ₱478.3M jackpot
MANILA, Philippines—No bettor won the ₱478.3 million Ultra Lotto 6/58 jackpot in the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) draw on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. The winning combination for Ultra Lotto 6/58 was…
Nartatez says there is ‘secrecy’ in police operations
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday said that it is working quietly and only gives information when necessary after Sen. Panfilo Lacson reminded authorities to keep high-profile cases…
Manila Water releases November desludging schedule
MANILA, Philippines — As Filipino families return home after traveling to their respective provinces and visiting cemeteries to honor departed loved ones during Undas, Manila Water is encouraging customers to attend to…
Cordillera cops seize P110-M illegal drugs in week-long operations
BAGUIO CITY—Police seized more than P110 million worth of illegal drugs and arrested six suspected drug personalities during a week-long anti-illegal drug campaign across the Cordillera region from Oct. 26 to Nov. 1. In…
Dole OKs new wage order for W. Visayas, Negros Occidental
BACOLOD CITY – The National Wages and Productivity Commission (NWPC), chaired by Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino, has approved the P40 to P45 daily minimum wage increase for private sector workers in Western Visayas…
Elevated heat level disrupted classes in Negros Occidental
BACOLOD CITY — Thousands of students in Negros Occidental province just stayed home on Tuesday, Nov. 3, with the cancellation of face-to face classes due to expected elevated heat levels. On Tuesday morning, the state…
Marcos wants safer online transactions for consumers, MSMEs
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday called for stronger protection of digital systems and online services amid growing cybersecurity threats, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO)…
Green sea turtle released into natural habitat in Candon City
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — An approximately 80-kilogram female green sea turtle, locally known as pawikan, was released into its natural habitat by the city government of Candon in this province as part of its Pawikan…
NCR prosecutors’ group backs Zalameda as next chief justice
MANILA, Philippines – The National Capital Region (NCR) Chief Prosecutors Association Inc., has endorsed Supreme Court Associate Justice Rodil Zalameda to be the next chief justice. Zalameda began his career as a public…
5 suspected members of robbery group killed in Bacoor shootout
MANILA, Philippines — Five suspected members of an alleged organized robbery group were killed in a shootout with police following a chase near the Molino 4 flyover in Bacoor City, Cavite on Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 3…
Ilocos Sur police report no untoward incidents during Undas 2026
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — The Ilocos Sur Police Provincial Office (ISPPO) reported no untoward incidents during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, as police personnel maintained security and…
Mangroves now shield Balanga from floods, serve as fishing lifeline
MANILA, Philippines — For years, Balanga City’s degraded coastlines exposed its communities to flooding, and fish catches declined, especially during storms. Among those who witnessed those times was Jaime Buenaventura…
Lawmakers also ‘denied’ transparency in 2027 budget bill
MANILA, Philippines — Deputy Speaker Ronaldo Puno on Tuesday said budget transparency had been denied not only to the public but also to members of the House of Representatives, many of whom were allegedly unaware of…
Edsa busway still exclusive to buses amid temporary scheme in one stretch
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Tuesday clarified that the Edsa busway will remain exclusive to passenger buses, even as some lanes between Quezon City and Mandaluyong City…
Ridon: Senate unlikely to sustain Sara Duterte broad evidence objections
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate impeachment court is unlikely to grant Vice President Sara Duterte’s broad objections to the prosecution’s formal offer of evidence, Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon said on Tuesday Ridon, an…
Active cop arrested in Pangasinan drug raid; P5.5M ‘shabu’ seized
CALASIAO, Pangasinan — Anti-drug authorities arrested an active police officer and seized more than 812 grams of suspected “shabu” (crystal meth) worth P5.5 million during a raid on his residence in Barangay Aserda…
INQToday: Schools may suspend, resume classes under new EO
MANILA, Philippines — Here are INQToday’s top stories for Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, as of 6 p.m. WALANG PASOK: Schools may suspend, resume classes Schools may independently suspend in-person classes based on safety risks…
NUP expresses optimism over talks with budget watchdogs – Puno
MANILA, Philippines – Deputy Speaker Ronaldo Puno said on Tuesday the National Unity Party (NUP) is upbeat on meeting with the People’s Budget Coalition (PBC) to discuss issues tied to the proposed P7.2-trillion…
Proposed P100-M Dinagat Islands sports complex gains traction
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — The construction of the proposed P100 million sports facility in Dinagat Islands province has gained traction as Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) chairman Patrick Gregorio led Monday…
El Niño alert: How a strong event could threaten Metro Manila’s water supply
MANILA, Philippines — Metro Manila’s water supply could come under increasing pressure as a strong El Niño brings prolonged dry conditions and reduces water inflows into reservoirs serving the capital region. The…
Edcom 2 welcomes new class suspension rules amid looming super El Niño
MANILA, Philippines — The Second Congressional Commission on Education (Edcom 2) has welcomed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s new policy allowing school-level decisions on class suspensions and resumptions, saying it…
PCG logs over 83,000 passengers at ports after Undas
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recorded more than 83,000 passengers that have passed through ports nationwide on Tuesday, Nov. 3, after the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, or…
Cloudy Wednesday, rain showers expected due to ‘amihan’, easterlies
(Satellite image from Pagasa) MANILA, Philippines — The northeast monsoon or “amihan” and the easterlies are forecast to bring rains to parts of the country on Wednesday, according to the state weather bureau. In its 4…
Cagayan de Oro braces for ‘super’ El Niño water crisis
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Facing a looming “super” El Niño, this city is confronting a critical vulnerability: its heavy reliance on a single river for bulk water supply. The impending dry spell, expected to strike hardest…
Mt. Guiting-Guiting climbing activities suspended for three months
CALAPAN CITY — All mountaineering activities at the Mount Guiting-Guiting Natural Park in Romblon have been suspended from Nov. 1 this year to Jan. 31, 2027, to allow the rehabilitation of the mountain’s flora and…
Cordillera records zero crime incidents during Undas weekend
BAGUIO CITY — No crime incidents were recorded in cemeteries, columbaria and memorial parks across the Cordillera during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, the Cordillera police reported. In a…
Gatchalian: Senate will axe P8.8B infra projects from 2027 budget
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate will remove 295 unsupported infrastructure projects worth P8.836 billion from the proposed 2027 national budget, Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian said Tuesday. According to…
Low gov’t pay deepens shortage of occupational, speech therapists
MANILA, Philippines — Low government salaries are making it difficult to attract and retain occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists in public hospitals, worsening the shortage of professionals needed to…
Soccsksargen workers to get P41 daily wage hike starting Nov. 19
MANILA, Philippines – Private sector workers in Soccsksargen region will receive a P41 daily minimum wage increase in two tranches, with the first adjustment taking effect on Nov. 19, under a new wage order approved by…
Businessman killed, 2 arrested in Marawi shooting
ILIGAN CITY — A businessman was killed in a shooting incident inside the premises of Haifa Palace in Barangay Gadongan, Marawi City, on Tuesday morning, while the two alleged suspects were arrested following a hot…
Ombudsman files charges vs 6 DPWH officials over P491M ‘road rightway’ scam
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman on Tuesday filed graft and malversation charges before the Sandiganbayan against six former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials over their alleged…
Couple stabbed by son while asleep in Zamboanga City
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — A 52-year-old man and his 51-year-old wife were rushed to the hospital after they were allegedly stabbed by their own son while asleep in their residence at Purok 6, Star Apple Drive…
LTO sets new renewal period for vehicle registrations, licenses that expired from July-Oct. 2026
MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has implemented new renewal periods until February 2027 for motor vehicle registrations, driver’s licenses, and other permits that expired from July to October…
W. Visayas workers to get up to P45 daily wage hike starting Nov. 19
MANILA, Philippines—Minimum wage earners in Western Visayas will receive daily pay increases of up to P45 starting Nov. 19, following the approval of a new wage order by the Department of Labor and Employment. Labor…
Defenseless defense: Ridon says VP camp insisting on wrong arguments
MANILA, Philippines — Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon has criticized Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp for continuing to use what he described as disproven arguments in responding to the prosecution’s formal…
Mimaropa police logs zero crime incidents during Undas
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Mimaropa police recorded zero crime incidents across the provinces of Occidental and Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan during the observance of All Saints’ Day and…
6-hour power outage set in parts of Ilocos Norte on November 8
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur—Parts of Ilocos Norte will experience a six-hour power supply interruption on Sunday, November 8, as the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) conducts maintenance work on its…
Palace wants budget watchdogs to scrutinize 2027 budget ‘red flags’
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday urged budget watchdogs to report any “red flags” they uncover in the proposed P7.2-trillion national budget for 2027. At a briefing, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said…
DENR confirms 168-hectare peatland in Leyte town
TACLOBAN CITY — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has confirmed a new peatland covering a probable 168.34 hectares (ha) in Palo, Leyte, adding to the country’s growing inventory of carbon-rich…
39°C heat index grips Oriental Mindoro; public cautioned
CALAPAN CITY — Oriental Mindoro recorded a heat index of 39 ° at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, prompting authorities to remind residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses. The heat index measures how hot the…
TransCo addresses Mindoro power outage, supply issues
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The National Transmission Corporation (TransCo) is stepping up efforts to reduce the duration of power outages in Oriental and Occidental Mindoro, through better grid monitoring and…
Caraga cops log peaceful Undas; cemetery crowd tops 350,000
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — The observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day across Caraga (Region 13) was generally peaceful and orderly, with over 350,000 people visiting cemeteries and memorial parks, the…
PNP backs Lacson: Secrecy key in hunt for Bato dela Rosa
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) agrees with Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson that secrecy is key when handling the manhunt operation on Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa. “Tama ang sinabi ni Sen. Lacson…
Coast Guard rescues 34 passengers from distressed boat off Palawan
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) rescued 34 persons after their motorized banca encountered engine trouble in Taytay Bay in Palawan on Monday. The passengers were aboard MBCA Kin J-Mar…
PhilHealth warns public against scammers impersonating CEO for money
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) on Tuesday warned the public against individuals impersonating its Chief Executive Officer, Beverly Lorraine Ho, to solicit money and…
E-bike rider dies in Laguna mishap
LUCENA CITY — A 47-year-old e-bike rider was hit and crushed to death by a truck in San Pablo City, Laguna, on Monday night ,according to the local police. The e-bike rider stopped in front of the truck in Barangay San…
Suspected gunrunner wounded in Cotabato buy-bust
COTABATO CITY — An alleged gunrunner was wounded in a shootout with police operatives during a buy-bust operation in Kabacan, North Cotabato on Tuesday. The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), backed by…
Palace challenges Nartatez: PNP must arrest Dela Rosa regardless of ties
MANILA, Philippines – Malacañang on Tuesday challenged the Philippine National Police (PNP) leadership to ensure that Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s former position as PNP chief would not stand in the way of…
Teodoro flags limited Army reach, gaps in PH defense infra
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Army effectively covers only 40 to 50 percent of the country, and its limited reach is insufficient even for logistical operations, according to Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro…
LTFRB fines Move It P555.75M over excess riders; platform appeals
MANILA, Philippines – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has imposed a P555.75-million penalty on motorcycle taxi platform Move It for exceeding its authorized number of rider-partners…
Oriental Mindoro ports log over 30,000 passengers during Undas
CALAPAN CITY — More than 30,000 travellers passed through major seaports in Oriental Mindoro from Oct. 30 to early Nov. 3 during this year’s All Saints’ Day holiday weekend, according to the Provincial Disaster Risk…
Lacson: Call for due process won’t shield Bato dela Rosa from ICC trial
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Tuesday said that his call for due process for Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa does not mean shielding his colleague from facing trial before the International Criminal…
INQToday: ICC seeks more testimonies vs Duterte; Mayon emits ash plume
MANILA, Philippines — Here are the top stories for INQToday’s afternoon newscast: The prosecution at the International Criminal Court seeks to use three more recorded testimonies in the crimes against humanity case…
PCID lauds Macacua, urges MILF, MNLF to sustain peace gains
COTABATO CITY — The Philippine Center for Islam and Democracy (PCID) has congratulated Member of Parliament Abdulraof “Sammy Gambar” Macacua on his election as chief minister of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in…
Malaybalay warns against almsgiving ahead of Christmas influx
MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon — The Malaybalay City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) has renewed its advocacy campaign discouraging public almsgiving to street mendicants, sparking mixed reactions among…
WALANG PASOK: Schools may suspend, resume classes under new Marcos EO
MANILA, Philippines — Schools may independently suspend in-person classes based on safety risks within their premises and seek to resume face-to-face learning even while a local government-ordered suspension remains in…
PNP: Viral photo of Bato Dela Rosa at cemetery is ‘old’
MANILA, Philippines—The Philippine National Police (PNP) clarified that the circulating photo of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa at a cemetery in Digos City, Davao del Sur, was taken three years ago, warning the public…
2 motorcycle riders killed, 2 injured in Quezon road crashes
LUCENA CITY — Two motorcycle riders were killed while two others were hurt in separate road accidents in Quezon province on Monday, police said. A 39-year-old farmer and his female back rider were traveling along a road…
Paws, AKF at NBI over improperly dumped deceased pets
MANILA, Philippines — Animal welfare organizations on Tuesday went to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to seek justice for the alleged dumping of dead dogs and cats by Ahjay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium…
PNP rejects ‘shoot-to-kill’ calls vs. Bato Dela Rosa
MANILA, Philippines—The Philippine National Police (PNP) rejects calls for a “shoot-to-kill” approach in serving an arrest warrant against Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, amid the circulation of fabricated quote cards…
Bohol donates lot for new Hall of Justice in Tagbilaran City
TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — The Bohol provincial government has donated a province-owned lot at the foot of Mt. Banat-i in Tagbilaran City to the Supreme Court of the Philippines for a new Hall of Justice. Gov. Aris…
NIA opens 6 solar-powered irrigation sites in Leyte amid El Niño
TACLOBAN CITY — The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) in Eastern Visayas has inaugurated six solar-powered irrigation facilities in Leyte to strengthen water supply to farmlands and help farmers prepare for the…
One of PH’s most wanted killed in Cavite shootout
LUCENA CITY — A man listed among the nation’s most wanted fugitives was killed in an alleged shootout with police while officers were serving an arrest warrant in Magallanes, Cavite, on Nov. 1, All Saints’ Day. The…
Is sugar in Negros still sweet?
For more than a century, Negros Occidental has been known as the Sugar Bowl of the Philippines. The province produces roughly two-thirds of the country’s sugar and has long been an economic anchor of Western Visayas…
Pangilinan to gov’t: Stand with Kasibu farmers, not mining interests
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan on Tuesday urged government officials to protect farmers opposing mining exploration activities in Kasibu, Nueva Vizcaya. According to the senator, government…
Army troops hone life-saving skills in Davao de Oro
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Preparing for crises beyond the battlefield, troops of the Army’s 10th Infantry Division underwent an intensive three-day medical training to boost their disaster response and frontline life-saving…
DFA opens authentication hub in Bohol
TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol— Residents of Bohol and neighboring provinces can now have their public documents authenticated without traveling to Cebu or Manila with the opening of a new Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)…
High heat index halts in-person classes in Tacloban public schools
TACLOBAN CITY — About 55,000 students in public elementary and secondary schools in Tacloban City will shift to distance learning on Tuesday and Wednesday after the city schools division suspended face-to-face classes…
Undas 2026: Passenger decline seen in ports across PH – PPA
MANILA, Philippines — Fewer passengers were recorded at ports across the country during this year’s Undas holidays compared to the same period last year due to higher fares and shorter vacation days, according to the…
P38-M water, road projects to benefit Manobo villagers in Surigao
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Hundreds of indigenous residents and farming households in an upland village in San Miguel, Surigao del Sur, will gain reliable access to clean water. This became possible after a…
4 Eastern Visayas most wanted suspects arrested in Undas ops
TACLOBAN CITY — Police arrested four of Eastern Visayas’ most wanted suspects, including three facing rape and sexual assault charges, in separate manhunt operations on Sunday, the Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8)…
Dole launches 15/30 hotline amid El Niño preparations
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) on Tuesday, Nov. 3, launched a nationwide 24/7 hotline where workers, employers and other stakeholders can report workplace concerns and labor-related…
Cops rescue 16-year-old girl allegedly held over debt in Leyte
TACLOBAN CITY — After responding to an emergency 911 call, police officers rescued a 16-year-old girl who was allegedly prevented from leaving her companions because of an outstanding debt in Barangay Guindapunan, Palo…
Mayon emits ash plume on Tuesday morning
MANILA, Philippines — Mayon Volcano in Albay spewed an ash plume that rose more than 1,600 meters above its summit on Tuesday morning, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said. Phivolcs…
PNP urges pet owners to file raps vs crematorium over dumped remains
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) urged pet owners who may have been defrauded by a pet crematorium in Cavite to file complaints after 29 dead dogs and cats were found dumped in a vacant lot in…
Western Visayas schools suspend classes due to 43°C heat index
ILOILO CITY, Philippines — Schools across Western Visayas suspended classes or shifted to online learning on Tuesday as the heat index is forecast to reach 43 degrees Celsius in Iloilo City and 42°C in Roxas City…
P3.1M in smuggled cigarettes seized, 3 busted in Negros Oriental
BACOLOD CITY — Police intercepted some P3.1 million worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes and arrested three men during a joint anti-smuggling operation in Barangay Nagbo-alao, Basay town, Negros Oriental, on Monday…
BARMM opens applications for top gov’t positions
COTABATO CITY — The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) has announced that it is now accepting applications for key leadership positions in the Bangsamoro Government. In an official announcement…
Naval forces seize P398M in smuggled cigarettes off Sulu
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – Naval forces intercepted nearly P398 million worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes and motorized crafts off the coast of Sulu in three separate operations in the past four days…
OIL PRICE WATCH as of Nov. 3, 2026
MANILA, Philippines — Motorists will face mixed fuel price adjustments Tuesday, Nov. 3, with gasoline prices increasing by as much as P3.50 per liter, while diesel and kerosene prices will go down by P1 and P1.90 per…
16 areas to experience dangerous heat levels Tuesday — Pagasa
MANILA, Philippines — Sixteen areas across the country are expected to experience dangerous levels of heat on Tuesday, with heat indices reaching as high as 43 degrees Celsius, according to the state weather bureau. In…
3 ex-drug convicts arrested in Lucena buy-busts on All Saints’ Day
LUCENA CITY — Three ex-drug convicts were arrested in separate anti-narcotics operations in Lucena City on Sunday, Nov. 1, during the observance of All Saints’ Day, police said. Two of the suspects were arrested at 2:25…
Undas 2026: PITX logs over 1.68M passengers
MANILA, Philippines — The Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) recorded more than 1.68 million passengers during the Undas exodus this year, the terminal said on Tuesday. In its latest data, PITX said a total…
Two motorcycle riders die in Quezon crash
LUCENA CITY — Two motorcycle riders who were not wearing crash helmets died after their vehicle crashed into a concrete roadside barrier in San Francisco, Quezon, on Nov. 1. The 29-year-old male driver and his male back…
Amihan to bring rains over parts of Extreme Northern Luzon on Nov. 3
MANILA, Philippines — The northeast monsoon, or amihan, will continue to bring rains over parts of Extreme Northern Luzon, the state weather bureau said on Tuesday. In its 5 a.m. weather forecast, Philippine…
Kin honor ‘desaparecidos’ on All Souls’ Day
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 riding a van on March 22, 2007. That day was the last…
Pangilinan: Tougher action needed vs profiteers amid El Niño
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, such as…
NBI to investigate pet crematorium
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation will investigate the reported dumping of dead dogs and cats allegedly by Bacoor City-based Ahjay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium, following the discovery of…
House to consult budget watchdogs
MANILA, Philippines — Budget watchdogs said House lawmakers have asked to meet with them to review the lower chamber’s approved spending bill, amid growing scrutiny over public money allocation in next year’s proposed…
Police vow to pursue Bantag following Ifugao raid
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police on Monday vowed to pursue “every lead” until former Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gerald Bantag is captured after police officers failed to find him in a…
MNLF faction says Dela Rosa not under its protection
COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — A faction of the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) led by former Cotabato City Mayor Muslimin Sema has denied protecting Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, saying there is no verified…
Mayon evacuees reel from water shortage in Tabaco City
TABACO CITY, ALBAY, Philippines — Mayon evacuees staying at a temporary shelter in Barangay Buang here are struggling with an erratic water supply, forcing them to ration water for their daily needs. The evacuees said…
Antimining group in N. Vizcaya hits court extension of ban on barricades
BAYOMBONG, NUEVA VIZCAYA, Philippines — An antimining group in this province condemned a regional trial court’s decision to extend a temporary ban on protest barricades blocking public roads leading to mining…
Family refuses to light a candle for missing loved one
MANTICAO, MISAMIS ORIENTAL, Philippines — For nine years now, Evelyn Powao has been selling flowers outside cemeteries to support her family, but there is one grave she has never been able to visit and one candle she…
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