Filipino American lawmakers Marvin Lim of Georgia and Justin Jones of Tennessee won reelection in the Nov. 3 midterm elections, earning new terms in their respective state legislatures and reinforcing Filipino American…
MANILA, Philippines — Alleiah Malaluan provided a much-needed spark for PLDT as the High Speed Hitters beat Creamline for their third straight win in the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series. Malaluan scored…
MANILA, Philippines — Despite the turbulent skies facing it and other airlines, Philippine Airlines (PAL) is staying the course with its long-haul expansion, as it finalized on Thursday a deal for up to 14 additional…
MANILA, Philippines — Savi Davison and the PLDT High Speed Hitters continued their mastery of powerhouse Creamline, now winning seven of their last eight meetings in the PVL. Davison delivered 22 points as the High…
A heated dispute between siblings turned bloody in Barangay Lawaan, Alcantara, leaving two brothers hospitalized and another behind bars on Wednesday afternoon, November 4....
MANILA, Philippines – The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) on Thursday welcomed reports that US law enforcement authorities are looking into the possible involvement of American…
MANILA, Philippines — PLDT continued to have Creamline’s number, dealing the erstwhile-unbeaten defending champion its first defeat, 25-19, 25-27, 25-23, 25-23, in the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series on…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The Department of Education (DepEd) Lapu-Lapu City Schools Division has formulated measures for schools to cope on days with a high heat index amid the Super El Niño. In a meeting on Wednesday…
LUCENA CITY — A train accident claimed the life of an Indian national in San Pablo City, Laguna, on Tuesday morning, after he was struck by a Philippine National Railways (PNR) train, the Calabarzon police reported. The…
Alexandra “Alex” Eala had not won against Tereza Valentova before, so the fact that she finally did it in a crucial stage of the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open was sweet. Eala won in straight sets, 6-4, 7-6, when she…
LIVE: Alex Eala vs Tereza Valentova – Hong Kong Open Round of 16 MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala scored a breakthrough 6-4, 7-6 (7) win over Tereza Valentova of Czech Republic to advance to the 2026 quarterfinals of the…
MANILA, Philippines — The 1Sambayan political coalition urged for a resolution grounded in international law amid the continued aggression by China in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). The 1Sambayan said that the…
Cebuano boxers John Paul "Angas ng Cebu" Gabunilas and unbeaten prospect Justine Trazo are determined to make their trip to Japan successful. ...
MANILA, Philippines — Senators on Thursday raised the possibility of removing tariffs on Philippine products in discussions with Japanese leaders during a parliamentary visit marking the 70th anniversary of…
ROME, Italy – Italian, French and Bulgarian fighter jets scrambled Thursday as at least 14 European flights were hit by hoax bomb alerts for the third day this week, authorities and airlines said. The hoaxes…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – The Lapu-Lapu City Government has implemented a temporary four-day workweek in 30 selected city government offices since Monday last week, October 26, to conserve fuel and energy amid rising fuel…
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – The Mandaue City government will not hold a grand Christmas party for its employees this year, opting instead for simple celebrations in their respective offices as the city continues to observe…
Inflation in Central Visayas accelerated to 9.5 percent in October 2026, up from 8.3 percent in September, as prices of several commodity groups increased at a faster pace, according to the Philippine Statistics…
MANILA, Philippines — Senators on Thursday spoke to the leaders of Japan on removing tariffs of Philippine products during a parliamentary visit, in light of the 70th Philippines-Japan Friendship Anniversary. Senate…
Former MYMP vocalist Mela is embracing a new musical chapter as the newest member of pop-rock band CRiB, saying she has found a second family among her all-male bandmates. During an interview with select media on…
In a tourism landscape crowded with accommodations that offer merely a place to sleep, Plantation Bay Resort and Spa stands apart as a true “destination in itself,” redefining the standards of hospitality and wellness…
With the holiday rush already underway by mid-November, savvy shoppers are getting an early start on planning gift lists, preparing their homes, and seeking meaningful purchases well before December. This 11.11, Lazada…
MANILA, Philippines — Bank loans grew at their fastest pace in four months in September, driven by stronger lending to businesses despite rising interest rates and inflation. Latest data from the Bangko Sentral ng…
MANILA, Philippines — China Banking Corp.’s (Chinabank) profit for January to September climbed 12 percent as the group continued to enjoy stronger lending activity. The Sy family-led bank reported a consolidated net…
Global AI device provider HONOR Philippines is giving Filipino consumers an early opportunity to get the HONOR Play 20A, exclusively on Shopee this November 11 as part of the 11.11 Mega Pamasko Sale. With a special…
NEW YORK- The WNBA Finals was the most watched since 1999 with an average of 1.88 million people viewing the seven-game series that Golden State won over Atlanta in a decisive Game 7. That game averaged 3.3 million…
MIAMI — Unrivaled unveiled its rosters Tuesday night, with defending champion Breanna Stewart back with key members of Mist BC Arike Ogunbowale and Veronica Burton. The 3-on-3 league in its third season shapes its…
LONDON— British tennis player Jodie Burrage has received death threats and a torrent of abuse on social media after she was defeated in her first main-draw singles match on the WTA Tour in 16 months. Burrage shared a…
LUCENA CITY — An Indian national died after he was hit by a Philippine National Railways (PNR) train in San Pablo City, Laguna Tuesday morning, according to the Calabarzon police. The victim was a 20-year-old…
MANILA, Philippines — Alpha Insurance got its second straight win in less than 24 hours, sweeping the hapless Armed Forces of the Philippines, 25-19, 25-21, 25-15, in the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference on…
MANILA, Philippines — The country’s main gateway saw a busier-than-expected Undas season, with passenger traffic growing faster than expected during the nine-day travel period despite elevated airfares. A total of 1.29…
Rein Entertainment has unveiled the official trailer for psychological thriller “Laya,” featuring Andrea Brillantes and JC Santos navigating a complicated friendship marked by secrets and unexpected turns. Released on…
Unilab, Inc. (Unilab), the leading and most-trusted pharmaceutical brand in the Philippines, has emerged as the highest-ranked company of ASEAN origin in TIME magazine and Statista’s Asia-Pacific’s Best Employers of…
Canva will lay off 1,271 employees, or 22 percent of its workforce, as the design platform restructures its operations amid slowing growth and rapid technological changes....
MANILA, Philippines — Higher metal prices nearly doubled OceanaGold Philippines Inc.’s (OGP) net profit in the nine months ending September, despite lower sales and production. The local unit of Australian-Canadian…
CEBU City, Philippines — “Matagal na rin kitang gusto.” A five-word phrase that has prompted kilig reactions online as Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Collab 3.0 housemates Jeo Ong and Gehlee Dangca are giving fans another pair…
This paid article is intended for international audiences. This article examines how UDP-based transfer technology addresses persistent slowdowns in delivering large files across the internet. It focuses on practical…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A fire destroyed five houses and damaged one house in Sitio Nangka Ville, Barangay Quiot, Cebu City, affecting 36 individuals on Thursday afternoon, November 5. The Cebu City Department of…
BANGKOK, Thailand—Thailand has banned a textbook about the country on national security grounds, with the book’s exiled editor saying Thursday that it was outlawed over its content on the Thai monarchy. The royal family…
MANILA, Philippines – Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense team has requested subpoenas for 25 witnesses in Duterte’s impeachment trial, the Senate impeachment court said Thursday. According to the court, Duterte’s…
MANILA, Philippines—Voter registration in Naga City and Batanes will begin a week after their respective electoral exercises this month, instead of on the nationwide start date of Nov. 10, Commission on Elections…
MANILA, Philippines—Voter registration in Naga City and Batanes will begin a week after their respective electoral exercises this month, instead of on the nationwide start date of Nov. 10, Commission on Elections…
INGLEWOOD, California — Klay Thompson made the winning 3-pointer with a second left in overtime and the Miami Heat rallied past the reeling Los Angeles Clippers 117-116 in the NBA on Wednesday night. Bam Adebayo set…
MANILA, Philippines — Naga City and six municipalities in Batanes will not participate in the nationwide reopening of voter registration on November 10, due to a scheduled plebiscite and special elections, respectively…
he Cebu Provincial Government is preparing to contest the Commission on Audit (COA) disallowance of its 2025 employee incentives, with the appeal targeted for filing within the year. ...
MANILA, Philippines — D.M. Wenceslao and Associates Inc. (DMW), the developer of Aseana City, said its net income declined by 11 percent on weaker property sales and higher operating expenses. The company reported that…
Alex Eala eyes her first win vs Tereza Valentova when they battle in the Hong Kong Open Round of 16. SCHEDULE: Alex Eala at Hong Kong Tennis Open November 5, Thursday – Center Court 6:30pm (Tentative) – Alex Eala vs…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Festivalgoers and businesses near the Sinulog Grand Parade route could face a wider liquor ban zone in 2027. Councilor Phillip Zafra is proposing to extend the restricted coverage to 500 meters…
MANILA, Philippines — One of three expert witnesses who are expected to be presented by the International Criminal Court’s prosecutors will shed light on the Philippine National Police’s use of “deadly” force in their…
MANILA, Philippines — Farm Fresh survived another five-setter and kept its sister team ZUS Coffee winless, 25-21, 16-25, 21-25, 25-19, 15-10, in the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series on Thursday at…
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and GCash, through its mobile wallet operator G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI), have partnered to promote cashless payments among tourists and DOT-accredited micro, small, and medium enterprises…
Juggling multiple responsibilities can leave little room for the hobbies we once enjoyed. What used to be a regular part of our lives can slowly take a stop as work, school, errands, and other responsibilities take…
The Medical City Clinic (TMC Clinic) is making breast health screening more accessible with its TriNoma and SM Mall of Asia (MOA) branches now accredited to provide digital mammography under PhilHealth’s Yaman ng…
The New Nocturnals makes a spectacle of Halloween...
Several Cebu City barangays have started preparing for Sinulog 2027, recruiting and screening performers, and holding initial training sessions on their respective festival presentations....
SINGAPORE – A 52-year-old man is set to be charged on Nov 5 after he allegedly hid a camera in the toilet of a plane during a flight from Japan to Singapore. In a statement on Nov 4, police said the man, a British…
If you’ve ever been impressed by the restrooms at Incheon International Airport, you’re not alone. One of them just won the Presidential Award at South Korea’s 28th Beautiful Restroom Awards. The winning restroom…
MANILA, Philippines — A Japanese national and suspected criminal group leader was arrested last week in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija, for his alleged involvement in fraud and theft, the Philippine National Police (PNP)…
MANILA, Philippines — Barangay certificates and cedulas will not be accepted as proof of identity for voter registration, Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chair George Erwin Garcia said. The voter registration period…
Twenty-nine deceased animals were found dumped in Bulacan, and this kind of cruelty runs deeper than you think...
Two US service members stationed in Korea have been referred to prosecutors on suspicion of smuggling liquid synthetic cannabinoids through the US military postal system, the Pyeongtaek Customs Office said Wednesday…
With more than $1 trillion (€900 billion) pouring into the artificial intelligence (AI) buildout, US tech giants are now competing with governments and companies in Europe for the same investment capital. Four of the…
“We’ve decided not to vote. At all,” Vatiswa Zoya said two days before voters in South Africa cast their ballots for new municipal government leaders. “What is the point? We will still sleep hungry.” These very same…
MANILA, Philippines — The government should accelerate the shift from costly diesel power plants to solar with battery storage systems in off-grid areas. This change will cut power bills and prevent on-grid consumers…
Filipino-Japanese artist ena mori emerged as the recipient of the Best Asian Creative Artist accolade at the recently held 17th Golden Indie Music Awards in Taiwan. The award, announced during the ceremony held last…
WASHINGTON — US First Lady Melania Trump will host officials from Moscow and Kyiv at the White House on Thursday, ahead of talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at ending the Ukraine war. The talks have revived hopes for peace, as…
MANILA, Philippines – Newly named chief justice Rodil Zalameda, 63, is a longtime public servant, having served as city prosecutor and associate justice of the Supreme Court (SC) and the Court of Appeals (CA). Zalameda…
MANILA, Philippines — An investigation by the Philippine Statistics Authority’s (PSA) fraud management division in relation to the case of businessman Joseph Sy found evidence indicating that fake documents may have…
Nation’s girl group BINI will return to the SM Mall of Asia Arena on Feb. 19, 2027, as it leads the Manila leg of the upcoming “ASIA POP GIRL FEST 2027” alongside Japan’s HANA and Thailand’s 4EVE. Read: BINI’s ‘A…
Beautiful Eyes, a Filipino-led wine bar by Miguel de Leon and Lj Almendras, is slated to be the first of its kind...
PARIS–Alexander Zverev made a losing start to his reign as world number one on Wednesday as the two-time Grand Slam champion went down 7-6 (7/5), 6-2 to an inspired Lorenzo Musetti at the Paris Masters. Playing his…
LOS ANGELES, United States — Victor Wembanyama produced a career-high 52-point performance as the San Antonio Spurs battled past the Dallas Mavericks 112-111 on Wednesday. French superstar Wembanyama, whose previous…
MANILA, Philippines — Three consumer and civic groups challenged business organizations to substantiate warnings that worsening relations with China could cost millions of Filipino jobs. CitizenWatch, Konsyumer At…
SACRAMENTO, California — Luka Doncic scored 40 points for his sixth straight game with at least 35, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Sacramento Kings 116-103 in the NBA on Wednesday night. Doncic put together another…
Jennylyn Mercado is set to portray a transgender woman for the first time in her acting career in the upcoming episode of GMA Network’s “Magpakailanman.” The Kapuso actress will headline “Mama’s Cradle: The Carina…
MSD Philippines has earned Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certification for 2026–2027, with 90% of employees saying the company is a great place to work—well above the 65% required trust index benchmark to get certified…
SAN ANTONIO— Victor Wembanyama had a career highs of 52 points and 24 rebounds along with eight blocks to power the San Antonio Spurs past the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA 112-111 on Wednesday night. Wembanyama had 29…
PHOENIX— Damian Lillard scored 25 points and Donovan Clingan added 24 to help the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Phoenix Suns 132-119 in the NBA on Wednesday night. Deni Avdija added 21 points, 12 assists and seven…
DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds for his third triple-double this season to lead the Denver Nuggets over the Toronto Raptors 128-109 in the NBA on Wednesday night. Six other Nuggets…
HOUSTON– Ayo Dosunmu had 21 points and Jonathan Kuminga powered a fourth-quarter run that allowed the Minnesota Timberwolves to pull away for a 117-107 win over the Houston Rockets in the NBA on Wednesday night…
NEW ORLEANS–Saddiq Bey closed out a 22-point performance with six straight points in the final minutes of overtime, and the New Orleans Pelicans rallied to defeat the Utah Jazz 120-113 in the NBA on Wednesday night…
LOS ANGELES, United States — Jaylen Brown and Joel Embiid combined for 56 points as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Detroit Pistons 112-106 in their heavyweight top-of-the-table NBA Eastern Conference clash on…
MEMPHIS, Tennessee— Andrew Nembhard scored 22 points, Aaron Nesmith had 16, including a 3-pointer in the closing seconds, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 107-103 in the NBA on Wednesday night. The…
MANILA, Philippines—Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla said investigators have found indications linking the son of Meghan Markle’s estranged father to alleged child sexual abuse, although he remains…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has selected Supreme Court Associate Justice Rodil V. Zalameda to be the Supreme Court’s next chief justice. Presidential Communications Office Secretary Lino…
Ariana Grande has seemingly confirmed her rekindled romance with former dancer Ricky Alvarez, putting to rest months of fan speculation about their relationship status. In an Instagram post, the “Eternal Sunshine”…
OKLAHOMA CITY— Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 42 points and eight assists and the Oklahoma City Thunder withstood a late rally and beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-116 in the NBA on Wednesday night. Oklahoma City beat…
NEW YORK — Jalen Brunson scored 33 points as the New York Knicks routed the Chicago Bulls 135-105 in the NBA on Wednesday night. OG Anunoby added 18 points and Karl-Anthony Towns finished with 17 points and 12 rebounds…
BOSTON— Paul George scored 25 points and had five 3-pointers, Derrick White added 24 points and seven assists, and the Boston Celtics beat the Milwaukee Bucks 109-102 in the NBA on Wednesday night. Tyler Herro scored 18…
NEW YORK— Michael Porter Jr. had 26 points and 10 rebounds and Julius Randle added 22 points as the Brooklyn Nets won their second game of the NBA season, 114-104 over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night. The Nets…
MANILA, Philippines — Soaring fuel prices driven by the Middle East conflict pushed inflation in the Philippines to a 44-month high of 7.8 percent in October, the government said Thursday, as the country continues to…
WASHINGTON— Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 26 points to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 120-105 victory over the Washington Wizards and former Hawks star guard Trae Young in the NBA on Wednesday night. Alexander-Walker hit…
MANILA, Philippines — The defense counsel for Vice President Sara Duterte in her impeachment trial said Thursday that they respect former law school dean Ralph Sarmiento’s decision not to testify as a defense witness…
SEOUL — South Korea’s defense ministry said Thursday it would deploy maritime patrol aircraft and an explosive ordnance disposal team to waters near the Strait of Hormuz as part of a mission to help keep the waterway…
Veteran actress Odette Khan became emotional as she recalled how Marian Rivera extended financial assistance to her when she was hospitalized earlier this year. Khan and her daughter, Claudette, appeared on the YouTube…
DETROIT— Jaylen Brown scored a season-high 30 points and made a key block in the final minute, helping the Philadelphia 76ers hold on for a 112-106 win over the Detroit Pistons in the NBA on Wednesday night. Joel Embiid…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines should strengthen its economy rather than compromise its sovereignty to ease diplomatic tensions with China, civil society group Democracy Watch said on Thursday. “The Philippines…
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) conducted free medical and dental services for residents of Barangay Masambong, Quezon City, on October 20, 2026, as part of its continuing efforts to make essential…
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) formally turned over a Patient Transport Vehicle (PTV) to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on October 5, 2026, to strengthen its patient transport capabilities and…
The Philippine adaptation of the hit Thai horror-comedy film “Pee Mak” surpassed the P100-million mark in ticket sales, 19 days after it premiered in local cinemas. The Wilbert Ross and Bea Binene starrer opened in…
Legendary rock band TOTO is set to return to the Philippines for two anticipated performances. The band will take the stage at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on March 29, 2027, followed by a performance at SM Seaside Cebu…
MANILA, Philippines— The Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) has petitioned for the cancellation of the birth certificate of mining tycoon Joseph Sy amid allegations that he falsified his Filipino citizenship. It was…
Zeinab Harake and Bobby Ray Parks Jr. couldn’t contain their joy as her children, Lucas and Bia, are now officially Parks following the completion of their legal adoption process. The couple shared the milestone through…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — “One second lang, ang tubig lampas-tao na (In just one second, the floodwaters already rose over a person’s head),” a netizen recalled how fast the flood rose during Typhoon Tino, adding that…
Artificial intelligence can analyze thousands of pages of government budget documents in minutes. It can compare figures, identify changes in appropriations, flag questionable project locations, and produce impressive…
MANILA, Philippines— All shipments from Laos will be flagged for heightened inspection amid concerns that illegal drugs are being smuggled into the country through cargo containers, Interior and Local Government…
TECNO and internationally acclaimed artist Angélica Dass today unveiled the Philippines portrait gallery of 100 Portraits of Becoming. Featuring portraits of 20 compelling people and personal stories, the new collection…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A year after Typhoon Tino’s deadly floods exposed Cebu’s vulnerability to extreme rainfall, provincial and city officials are pursuing stronger flood mitigation, early warning systems and…
Newlyweds EA Guzman and Shaira Diaz are bringing their real-life romance to the big screen as they star in the upcoming family feature film “Buddy,“ marking their first movie project together as husband and wife. Shot…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City pet owners can avail of barangay-based pet registration, anti-rabies vaccination and spaying and neutering services this November, with activities scheduled in several communities…
SEOUL — A meeting between Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appears increasingly unlikely when the US president travels to Asia in November, analysts say, after he suffered a crushing midterm election…
DUMAGUETE CITY — Former University of St. La Salle (USLS) law dean Ralph Sarmiento has turned down an invitation to testify as a defense witness in the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte…
Cup of Joe vocalist Gian Bernardino revealed that he once had a crush on fellow OPM artist Maki, recalling that they were already friends when he developed feelings for the “Dilaw” hitmaker. Bernardino made the…
Combo InterActive announces the opening of CABAL: Revolution’s new version for players to experience through the Closed Beta Test (CBT), running 5 – 17 November 2026. Everyone can join the CBT for free, with no ID…
MANILA, Philippines — Peasant and left-leaning groups have launched a monthlong campaign opposing US President Donald Trump’s planned Manila visit for the Asean Summit, citing concerns over US military and economic…
ONCEs, get ready: Nayeon is back and bringing a whole new edge. TWICE’s lead vocalist Nayeon, will make her third solo comeback on Nov. 20. She will release her single album, “NA-sty.” JYP Entertainment announced the…
TOKYO — A US Marine died after an incident during training in Japan’s Okinawa, a 3rd Marine Division spokesman told AFP on Thursday. “The incident took place on November 3,” spokesman Sebastian RiveraAponte said…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Most parts of the Visayas will experience generally fair weather, with possible isolated rains and thunderstorms, while warm and humid conditions and high heat index are expected to persist on…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — A Very Strong El Niño has developed in the tropical Pacific and could continue affecting the region through the first half of 2027, with its strongest phase potentially occurring before 2026 ends…
MANILA, Philippines — Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has named Ramon Alikpala as its next president and chief executive officer effective Jan. 1, 2027, succeeding Ramoncito Fernandez, who will step down at the…
The Medical City (TMC) celebrates its 59th anniversary with three distinctions from Newsweek and Statista: No. 1 among Philippine hospitals in Cardiology in the Best Specialized Hospitals Asia Pacific 2026, No. 1 among…
BERLIN — A prominent German politician was found dead in a Berlin hotel on Wednesday, police said, adding they had launched an investigation. The cause of death of Hubert Aiwanger, 55, who was deputy leader of southern…
MANILA, Philippines—The prosecution in the International Criminal Court (ICC) wants information on the sudden surge of drug-related killings by the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the “contradicting” narratives of…
Katseye issued an apology to their fans, dubbed as Eyekons, after the group postponed their “WildWorld” concert in Detroit reportedly less than an hour before they were set to take the stage. The global girl group was…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The Cebu Provincial Government needs ₱11.174 billion to rehabilitate infrastructure and public facilities damaged by Typhoon Tino, with infrastructure accounting for the largest share of the…
LOS ANGELES — West Hollywood has become the latest US city to create a domestic partnership registry to recognize polyamorous relationships. The city’s five-person council unanimously approved an ordinance on Tuesday…
BTS’s fifth studio album, “Arirang,” was awarded platinum status by Federation of the Italian Music Industry on Monday, its label Big Hit Music said Tuesday, Nov. 3. This is the first time ever a K-pop album received…
MANILA, Philippines — Consumer prices grew 7.8 percent from a year earlier in October, driven by faster increases in transport costs and pricier utilities. The latest inflation rate was higher than the 7.2 percent…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A late-night fire on Wednesday in Lapu-Lapu City razed 9 houses and killed a 53-year-old man in Purok Kangkong, Brgy. Gun-ob in Lapu-Lapu City. Authorities identified the dead victim as Charlito…
Christmas displays, holiday bazaars, and seasonal attractions are bringing festive cheer to Cebu as the 2026 holiday season begins. Across the city, families and friends are finding more reasons to go out, explore…
PARIS, France — French regional bank Credit Mutuel Arkea said Wednesday it had been the victim of a cyberattack that enabled fraudulent transactions amounting to around 100 million euros ($112 million). The bank said…
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Tribu Malipayon of Consolacion, Cebu, is making a comeback in Sinulog 2027 after a year-long hiatus, promising a presentation that will be “something to watch out for.” Lemuel Rosos, the…
Geneva, Switzerland—A quarter of teens globally engage in basically no physical activity — not even an hour of exercise a week — the World Health Organization said Wednesday, warning that this significantly raises…
NEW YORK, United States — Wall Street stocks surged Wednesday as markets greeted the resolution of US midterm elections while oil prices tumbled on expectations the Democratic sweep could hasten a resolution to the…
WASHINGTON, United States — Has MAGA fever finally broken? Will the American right shed Donald Trump’s populist ideology and return to more traditional conservatism? After a resounding defeat in midterm elections that…
TEHRAN, Iran — Tehran taunted President Donald Trump over his midterm election defeat on Wednesday as the US leader acknowledged that the war against Iran was a key factor in his party’s stinging electoral rebuke. As…
SAN FRANCISCO, United States — Google has said it will switch off its AI tools for schoolchildren by default, after drawing criticism for pushing artificial intelligence features to students while schools are still…
WASHINGTON, United States — US House Speaker Mike Johnson will step down as Republican leader following his party’s crushing midterm election defeat, his spokesman confirmed to AFP Wednesday. Johnson, the…
VATICAN CITY, Holy See — Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday received Bob Dylan in the Vatican at an audience for which the US folk music legend wore a black hooded sweater. The 85-year-old singer-songwriter, born Robert Allen…
This is the Daily Gospel of November 5, 2026, which is the Thursday of the Thirty-first week in Ordinary Time.
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police told Agence France-Presse on Wednesday that three memory cards and a cell phone turned over by the son of Meghan Markle’s estranged father contained child sexual…
MANILA, Philippines — China’s warning to rein in Filipino politicians who cross its “red lines” and renewed tensions over the West Philippine Sea are casting a shadow over efforts to stabilize bilateral relations ahead…
MANILA, Philippines — A 200-kilogram shipment of crystal meth or ‘’shabu” with an estimated street value of P1.36 billion was intercepted at the Manila International Container Port, authorities said on Wednesday. An…
MANILA, Philippines — The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is awaiting Washington’s response to the draft Pax Silica framework agreement after receiving negotiating guidance from the Office of the…
WASHINGTON DC — United States President Donald Trump had rare praise for rival Democrats on Tuesday after their stunning midterm elections victory and admitted the Iran war may have played a part in the defeat of his…
Last season, Sean Chambers touted the improvement of Far Eastern University, which continued to make noise in the UAAP men’s basketball tournament. The Tamaraws, however, labored to get to an even record and eventually…
LOS ANGELES, California — Tuesday’s US midterm vote, marked by Democrats seizing control of Congress, ushered in a wave of historic leadership firsts across the country as voters delivered a sharp rejection of President…
A 28-strong local contingent will see action in the 108th playing of the Philippine Open as the country seeks a first Filipino winner since Clyde Mondilla in 2019, when the $1-million (around P64 million) championship…
DAKAR, Senegal—Angel Polo fell short of the podium in the women’s taijiquan combined event at the fourth Youth Olympic Games, but the 15-year-old Filipino wushu standout is determined to turn the experience into another…
San Miguel Beer refused to begin its vacation plans on Tuesday, taking the first step on a long road back from a 0-2 deficit against Barangay Ginebra in the PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals in Dasmariñas, Cavite…
Brooke Van Sickle and the Nxled Chameleons turned an eight-point deficit into a stunning third-set escape, then finished off Choco Mucho to preserve their unbeaten run in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series on…
One would have thought that, after last year’s protests against massive corruption in flood control projects, our politicians would know better than to pad the 2027 national budget once more with pork barrel insertions…
In what has been described by former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown in The Guardian, a “global youthquake is happening” all over the world. Brown is referring to widespread protests led by students in various…
We’re currently neck-deep into the school semester with roughly one month to go. At this point, students usually have accumulated a backlog of paperwork and requirements. I notice that readings are now left unopened in…
Global heating reaching 1.8 degrees Celsius may now seem unavoidable in the next few years, meaning that for the first time since the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change began warning about the…
In my earlier article “Addressing the unpaid care challenge,” I wrote about how unpaid care work remains one of the most significant yet least recognized barriers to women’s full economic participation. With Oct. 29…
President Marcos’ “Mahiya naman kayo” State of the Nation Address message to Congress gave momentum to public protests over the plunder of the national budget enabled by collusion among businessmen, bureaucrats, and…
A critical assessment of previous development initiatives, which usually ignored women’s circumstances and frequently made them worse, served as a catalyst for the creation of contemporary gender analysis frameworks…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) is bracing for the “more significant effects” of the intensifying El Niño phenomenon on rice production in the first half of next year. This could result in a…
MANILA, Philippines — An umbrella group of Philippine exporters expects smoother cargo movement at Manila’s ports following a government commitment to clear 1,000 aging containers ahead of the holiday shipping rush. The…
MANILA, Philippines — Another member of the Ang family is stepping into the boardroom. Jacob Paolo Ang, son of San Miguel Corp. (SMC) chair and CEO Ramon Ang, has secured a seat on the board of Ginebra San Miguel Inc…
MANILA, Philippines — Food and beverage giant Monde Nissin Corp. saw its net income climb by nearly 21 percent in the first nine months of 2026, supported by stronger sales across its food businesses and improved profit…
MANILA, Philippines — San Miguel Food and Beverage Inc. (SMFB) saw its net income decline by 9 percent to P30.6 billion in the first nine months of 2026 as rising costs and weaker consumer spending weighed on its food…
WASHINGTON, United States — Donald Trump faced a radically transformed and hostile political landscape on Wednesday after US voters handed control of Congress to the Democrats in a stunning rebuke to his presidency. The…
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Airlines (PAL) remained in the red in the first nine months of 2026, as skyrocketing fuel costs due to the Middle East conflict wiped out its modest revenue gains despite efforts to rein…
MANILA, Philippines — Kayana Solutions Inc., a company led by tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan, has completed a P2.7-billion transaction to take full control of payment services provider CIS Bayad Center Inc. The latter was…
MANILA, Philippines — Ayala-led Integrated Micro-Electronics Inc. (IMI) reported a 52-percent increase in third-quarter core net income to $24.1 million from $15.8 million a year earlier, supported by revenue growth…
Today, we need a leader who can inspire us to address and overcome the difficult challenges we face. Unfortunately, one such leader to follow and be a model for others to emulate passed away on Oct. 31. He was Philip…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (Peza) is looking to set a much higher investment target for 2027, as it moves closer to surpassing its all-time record for annual investment approvals set…
MANILA, Philippines — Union Bank of the Philippines is prepared to inject fresh capital into its digital banking unit, UnionDigital Bank, if the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) rejects its request for regulatory…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is setting the stage for local nuclear development, but the government may miss its 2032 target to generate the first kilowatt from the technology, an official of the Nuclear Energy…
MANILA, Philippines — The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has started to clamp down on generation companies (gencos), including those owned by energy giants, due to ongoing electricity supply issues across the…
MANILA, Philippines — Amid mixed reactions to the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) proposal to restore pork tariffs, the Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura (Sinag) said cheaper imported pork has failed to lower retail…
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MANILA, Philippines — For years, coastal communities in Balanga City lived with a growing sense of uncertainty. Floodwaters regularly threatened homes and fishponds during high tide, especially when accompanied by…
MANILA, Philippines — Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula has ordered all parishes and communities in the Archdiocese of Manila to pray for rain amid the threat of a strong El Niño that could bring prolonged…
KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO, Philippines — An entire 10-member Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) council in Malungon, Sarangani province has resigned altogether—declining two more years in office as a result of the…
SAN FRANCISCO, AGUSAN DEL SUR, Philippines — Some 20 people have died from mosquito-borne dengue infection in Agusan del Sur province in the last 10 months, with the number of cases continuing to rise in the past five…
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is targeting an additional three million registered voters ahead of the May 2028 national and local elections as it prepares to open a nine-month voter…
MANILA, Philippines—No ticket holder won the ₱87.84-million Super Lotto 6/49 jackpot or the ₱10 million Lotto 6/42 jackpot in the Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, draws, according to results from the Philippine Charity…
MANILA, Philippines — False claim by columnist Ramon Tulfo that Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez could get in and out of jail highlights the danger of publicizing unverified information, as the detained lawmaker’s…
TACLOBAN CITY – At least 21 houses, mostly made of light materials, burned in a fire that hit one of this city’s villages on Thursday morning, Nov. 5. The fire that hit Batangas 42-A in Quarry district started at about…
TACLOBAN CITY — From shrimp-filled lumpia and smoked fish to seaweed salad, traditional salt, heirloom coffee and native rice cakes, the culinary treasures of Samar Island may soon find their way onto the tables of one…
MANILA, Philippines — Here are INQToday’s top stories for Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, as of 6 p.m. Associate Justice Rodil Zalameda is new SC chief justice President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has chosen Supreme Court Associate…
MANILA, Philippines — House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III pledged to convene the House Appropriations Committee to discuss potential reforms aimed at boosting budgeting transparency, a watchdog representative said on…
MANILA, Philippines — Rep. Gerville Luistro praised former law dean Ralph Sarmiento on Thursday for his reason for declining to be a defense witness in Vice President Sara Z. Duterte’s impeachment trial. In an interview…
MANILA, Philippines — A dangerous heat index is forecast on Friday in Coron, Palawan, as well as in Dipolog City and Butuan City. In its latest heat index forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and…
IPIL, Zamboanga Sibugay – The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) expressed support to the moves of the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines and other media groups to decriminalize libel…
MANILA, Philippines — The House prosecution panel in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial did not go on a “fishing expedition” as its evidence came from her own records, along with those of her husband…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Butuan City is moving to balance tourism development and environmental protection as it prepares the popular Mayapay View Site / Mt. MayapayView Deck for broader public access and…
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon – Ten-year-old Ray Mark woke up early with one thing in mind: survival. Located 15 kilometers from Valencia City’s economic hub, the Tongan Tongan Elementary School student joined thousands of…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Montenegro Shipping Lines Inc. has temporarily suspended its ferry trips from Odiongan town in Romblon, to Batangas on Friday (Nov. 6), according to a travel advisory. The advisory did…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday warned local government units (LGUs) against corruption in the use of P8.6 billion in disaster funds, saying those who profit from the suffering of their…
MANILA, Philippines — Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo said Thursday that there is no room for unauthorized budget insertions in the city’s budget. In a media interview following the ceremonial turnover of Disaster…
LUCENA CITY — Bacoor City in Cavite is planning to put up a city-owned pet crematorium amid the controversy over a private facility that has been accused of mishandling the remains of animals entrusted to it. “Our goal…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Three individuals were arrested for transporting fish allegedly caught using explosives after authorities intercepted a vehicle carrying 47 boxes of assorted fish at a checkpoint in…
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said Thursday it is preparing to file six complaints against individuals allegedly involved in dumping pet remains, which were supposedly intended for…
MANILA, Philippines — Cases of animal neglect that have recently drawn public attention — from the abandonment of pet remains entrusted to crematoriums to recurring incidents of animal abuse — underscore the need to…
LUCENA CITY – With more than half a million kilograms of waste generated daily, Bacoor City is eyeing waste-to-energy (WTE) technology as a potential long-term solution to its garbage management problem. Mayor Strike…
MANILA, Philippines — In-person classes were cancelled in Albay on Friday (Nov. 6) due to the expected extreme heat and scheduled power interruption. Bicol Region READ: Walang Pasok: High heat index prompts class…
LUCENA CITY — The water level of Laguna de Bay continued to decline, reaching 11.84 meters on Thursday (Nov. 5) under El Niño conditions, the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) reported. The lake’s water level…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Green energy advocates have welcomed Mansalay town’s declaration as a fossil fuel-free and renewable energy municipality, calling it a significant step toward reducing Mindoro’s…
LIGAO CITY — Households and businesses in parts of Albay’s third district are expected to experience fewer power outages and benefit from the upgrading of the Albay Electric Cooperative Inc. (ALECO) substation in this…
CALASIAO, Pangasinan — The number of fatalities in the explosion and fire that gutted a suspected illegal fireworks factory in the Pangasinan town of Malasiqui rose to five. The increase in number happened after…
TUGUEGARAO CITY – University of Cagayan Valley, Inc. (UCV), one of the Cagayan Valley‘s oldest educational institutions has been rocked by a leadership dispute among the stockholders. University officials, however, said…
LUCENA CITY – The seven crewmen reported missing after their cargo boat capsized off Jomalig town in Quezon early Wednesday (Nov. 4), were rescued at 1 p.m. on the same day, police said in an updated report. READ: 7 men…
MANILA, Philippines — Aspiring young journalists received their first introduction to newsroom work as Inquirer.net welcomed a new batch of volunteers through an orientation program in Makati City on Friday, Oct. 30…
MANILA, Philippines – Deputy Speaker Ronaldo Puno said Thursday that lawmakers support the Senate’s push to strip projects lacking proper documentation from the proposed P7.2-trillion national budget for next year. On…
MANILA, Philippines — The northeast monsoon may continue to affect Northern Luzon, while the easterlies may prevail over the rest of the country on Friday, Nov. 6, the state weather bureau said. In its 4 p.m. weather…
COTABATO CITY — Bangsamoro Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua on Thursday afternoon named the Cabinet members of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The Cabinet included nine members of the…
COTABATO CITY — Bangsamoro Chief Minister Abdulraof “Sammy Gambar” Macacua congratulated Supreme Court Associate Justice Rodil Zalameda on his appointment as the country’s 28th Chief Justice. In a statement issued by…
MANILA, Philippines — Bataan Rep. Albert Garcia said on Thursday that the House of Representatives incorporated a provision into the P7.2-trillion budget bill authorizing corrections to clerical errors in blueprint…
KORONADAL CITY — The League of Provinces of the Philippines (LPP), headed by South Cotabato Gov. Reynaldo Tamayo Jr., reaffirmed its support for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). Tamayo…
MANILA, Philippines — How can GenCorp Industries Inc., a company linked to Vice President Sara Z. Duterte, allegedly increase its annual sales from P28 million to more than P520 million in four years despite having only…
MANILA, Philippines – Sen. Loren Legarda has joined her colleagues in the Senate in pushing for a thorough and impartial investigation into the reported dumping of dog and cat remains in Bulacan, describing the incident…
MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) on Thursday said it revoked the driver’s licenses of two taxi drivers involved in a gas-and-run incident after failure to provide sufficient explanation after…
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has no tax clearance to prove that lawyer Manases “Mans” Carpio, Vice President Sara Z. Duterte’s husband, had actually transferred his alleged shares in Cale88…
IPIL, Zamboanga Sibugay – In an exchange between the military and local press, an Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) general vowed to uphold press freedom while emphasizing the vital need for accuracy and ethical…
MANILA, Philippines— The Department of Education (DepEd) is moving away from blanket class cancellations to a more data-driven approach under Executive Order (EO) No. 130, which was issued recently by President…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Thirty former New People’s Army (NPA) rebels in Agusan del Sur took another step toward full reintegration into civilian life after completing a six-day deradicalization and values…
MANILA, Philippines – House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III on Thursday said congressional amendments to the P7.2-trillion proposed budget for next year should not be automatically presumed to involve corruption and…
MANILA, Philippines — A former law school dean’s decision to beg off from his presentation as a witness in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial is correct, Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon said. He…
OLONGAPO CITY -The fire that broke out at the Subic Bay Freeport Zone on Wednesday night gutted a large part of Jinboway Technology Ltd. Corporation inside the Subic Gateway Park, the Inquirer learned. The fire, which…
MANILA, Philippines – Newly-appointed chief justice Rodil Zalameda, 63, is a longtime public servant, having served as city prosecutor and associate justice of the Court of Appeals (CA) and the Supreme Court (SC). Under…
BAGUIO CITY — Frost on Thursday morning coated flowers grown at a farm tourism destination in Atok, Benguet, surprising its owner, who expected the cold to occur later in the Yuletide season amid a very strong El Niño…
MANILA, Philippines – The Senate impeachment court has asserted that the petition filed by two of its members before the Supreme Court (SC) on the number of votes required to convict Vice President Sara Duterte is…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the ceremonial activation of the first gas flow from the Malampaya Phase 4 project at the Malampaya Onshore Gas Plant in Tabangao Ambulong, Batangas City on…
TACLOBAN CITY — Students of Leyte Normal University (LNU) in this city are now allowed to wear appropriate civilian attire on campus following the temporary suspension of the university’s prescribed uniform due to…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has chosen Supreme Court Associate Justice Rodil V. Zalameda to serve as the next Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Presidential Communications Office Secretary…
LUCENA CITY, Quezon – Authorities launched a search-and-rescue operation for seven men who went missing after their cargo boat capsized in the waters off Jomalig, Quezon, on Wednesday. In a report on Thursday, Quezon…
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense team has asserted that the Senate impeachment court must still enforce the sub judice rule on articles dropped by the prosecution. Senate impeachment court…
MANILA, Philippines — House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III expressed support on Thursday for proposals to make the national budget process more transparent, saying Filipinos have the right to know how public funds are…
MANILA, Philippines — A traffic buildup was observed at the Marilao northbound portion of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEx) on Thursday morning due to a road crash, according to the NLEx Corporation. In its latest…
MANILA, Philippines—Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Thursday dismissed as “chismis” (gossip) allegations that former House Speaker Martin Romualdez had been allowed to leave his detention facility, urging the media…
BAGUIO CITY — Indigenous activists and policymakers on Thursday formally launched and organized a group to monitor and assert the right to free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) for ancestral land and ancestral domain…
MANILA, Philippines – Vice President Sara Duterte’s lawyers have requested subpoenas for 25 defense witnesses in Duterte’s impeachment trial, the Senate impeachment court confirmed on Thursday. The court said Duterte’s…
As climate change, global market disruptions, food import dependence and the homogenization of diets increasingly threaten Philippine food security, a growing number of Filipinos are rediscovering the strategic…
MANILA, Philippines – Businessman Joseph Sy, who is facing questions over his citizenship, snubbed the Senate panel on justice and human rights on Thursday, after he was taken to the emergency room earlier in the day…
KORONADAL CITY — After last year’s brouhaha over a P500 budget for Noche Buena, the president of the League of Provinces of the Philippines, South Cotabato Gov. Reynaldo Tamayo Jr., now said that P1,000 is enough for…
MANILA, Philippines — Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro has asked whether Vice President Sara Duterte’s lawyers failed to consult a former law school dean before asking for a subpoena to present him as a witness for the…
A fire broke out at the Jinboway facility inside Subic Gateway Park Phase II in the Subic Bay Freeport, but it was placed under control at 5:45 a.m. on Thursday, according to the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA)…
MANILA, Philippines — Acute ischemic stroke could impose an estimated ₱416.52 billion economic burden on the Philippines over 15 years, while the annual cost of managing survivors who need caregiver assistance could…
MANILA, Philippines — Columnist Ramon Tulfo on Thursday admitted that his expose claiming that former House Speaker Martin Romualdez could go in and out of jail was erroneous. READ: Court to BJMP: Did you let Romualdez…
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Vice President (OVP) allegedly suffered a data leak involving approximately 10 gigabytes (GB) of documents, a cybersecurity advocacy group said Thursday. READ: LTFRB probes data…
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) allowed former House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez’s staff to attend to his needs inside his cell, its personnel told the Sandiganbayan Third…
COTABATO CITY – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. met with leaders of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) on Wednesday in Malacañang, Presidential Peace Adviser Sec. Mel Senen Sarmiento said Thursday. In a Facebook…
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s lawyers in her impeachment trial said on Thursday that they respect former law dean Ralph Sarmiento’s decision not to stand as a defense witness. Sarmiento declined…
COTABATO CITY — At least 50 people have applied for Cabinet and other top-tier positions in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) headed by Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua. Macacua created a panel…
MANILA, Philippines — Free modern jeepney rides will be offered in select parts of Metro Manila from Nov. 5 to Nov. 14 as part of preparations for the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit and…
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – Authorities intercepted around P6 million worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes and arrested a 38-year-old man during a joint intelligence-driven operation in Dumalinao, Zamboanga del…
MANILA, Philippines — Coron in Palawan and Dipolog in Zamboanga del Norte are forecast to record the highest heat index at 43°C on Thursday, Nov. 5, according to the state weather bureau. This is based on the latest…
ILIGAN CITY — Two people were confirmed dead after a fire broke out in a two-storey apartment building in Purok 5, Barangay Pala-o here early Thursday morning, authorities said. Barangay Pala-o chairman Romeo Manzano…
DUMAGUETE CITY — Former University of St. La Salle (USLS) law dean Ralph Sarmiento has declined to testify as a defense witness in the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. “Hindi po ako pwede…
MANILA, Philippines — The northeast monsoon or amihan and easterlies will continue to bring rains to parts of the country on Thursday, Nov. 5, according to the state weather bureau. In its 5 a.m. weather forecast, the…
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) argued that the Senate impeachment court did not amend the Constitution and acted within its bounds in lowering the number of votes required to convict or…
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan’s Third Division on Wednesday summoned Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) officials over claims that a warden had allowed former House Speaker and Leyte Rep. Martin…
MANILA, Philippines — Advocacy groups are urging regulators to distribute Move It’s more than 55,000 excess riders among other motorcycle taxi platforms to protect their livelihood. The Land Transportation Franchising…
MANILA, Philippines — The municipal council of Paete, Laguna, demanded a public “clarification” from a TV production team over a Halloween feature that officials said associated the town’s centuries-old woodcarving…
MANILA, Philippines — At least 250 pet owners have filed complaints against a pet crematorium based in Cavite province over the alleged mishandling of animal remains entrusted to the facility, the Philippine National…
LINGAYEN, PANGASINAN, Philippines — The Ilocos region needs at least P660 million for the rehabilitation of agricultural lands that are vulnerable to the El Niño phenomenon, but a large portion of that proposed…
BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — Classes in 17 localities of Negros Occidental province shifted online on Wednesday as local governments ordered the suspension of in-person sessions to protect students…
CALASIAO, PANGASINAN, Philippines — A firecracker factory in Malasiqui town, Pangasinan went up in smoke in a fire that started around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4. In a Facebook live broadcast after the fire, Malasiqui…
BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — Police seized around 1,420 liters of suspected illegally traded diesel fuel worth P120,700 and arrested a 56-year-old man during a buy-bust operation at Purok Nami-Nami…
MANILA, Philippines — Overwatch rolled out its Midseason 5 update on Nov. 4, 2026 introducing new in-game events, character skins, shop bundles and returning in-game activities ahead of the season’s conclusion. The…
MANILA, Philippines – Nearly a decade after the last mainline installment, Professor Layton and the New World of Steam is bringing the gentleman detective back for a new adventure. Launching on December 10, 2026, for…
Siargao residents and tourists can now experience much faster mobile speeds as Smart further boosted its 5G internet coverage on the island. Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), the wireless arm…
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