2 Filipinos in ICU after Riyadh airport attack
Two Filipinos were injured in the attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday, October 11, Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac said.
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3 Filipinos in ICU after Riyadh airport attack
Three Filipinos were injured in the attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday, October 11, according to the latest information from Philippine authorities.
Lino Cayetano replaces Dave Gomez as PCO chief
Former Taguig City Mayor Lino Cayetano will replace Dave Gomez as secretary of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. confirmed on Sunday, October 11.
Paolo Duterte questions need to testify on Gracioso’s cash delivery claims
Davao City 1st District Rep. Paolo Duterte questioned the need for him to appear before the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) over allegations that he and his family received suitcases of cash from former House…
Liberal Party, Pangilinan urge fair assessment of Robredo’s meeting with Israeli envoy
Liberal Party of the Philippines Sen. Francis Pangilinan has defended Vice President and now Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo following public criticism of her recent meeting with Israeli Ambassador to the Philippines Dana…
Chinese militia vessel, 22 sampans intrude into Palawan waters
The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea condemned the intrusion of a Chinese maritime militia vessel and 22 sampans into Kota Island’s territorial sea in Palawan, where the vessels allegedly engaged in…
ITCZ to bring rains to Southern Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao — PAGASA
PAGASA said that Mindanao, Bicol Region, MIMAROPA, Western Visayas and Negros Island Region may expect cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to the ITCZ.
Marcos disappointed Philippines halted Bataan Nuclear Power Plant
More than four decades after the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant was mothballed, President Marcos expressed disappointment that the facility was halted, as he claimed that people are now concerned about having access to…
Romualdez allowed to sign court order in jail
The Sandiganbayan Third Division has granted the request of former speaker Martin Romualdez to sign a court order on Oct. 12 while in detention at the New Quezon City Jail.
Senators weigh in on Mark Villar’s majority bloc move
Senators from the majority bloc weighed in on the move of Sen. Mark Villar to bolt the Alan Peter Cayetano-led minority to join them in the ruling coalition in the upper chamber.
ICC allows 7 additional incidents in Duterte case
Trial judges of the International Criminal Court have allowed prosecutors to include additional incidents in the crimes against humanity case against former president Rodrigo Duterte.
PAF to acquire advanced Black Hawk training systems
The Armed Forces of the Philippines is acquiring an advanced virtual training and maintenance system from US-based Lockheed Martin for its growing fleet of 31 Black Hawk helicopters.
Recto to agencies: Speed up El Niño spending, procurement
Malacañang has ordered government agencies to accelerate spending and preparations for the expected “Super El Niño,” which could intensify in the coming months and persist through the first half of next year.
Senate court takes break for budget deliberations
Senators will take a break from their duties as impeachment court judges this week so they can focus on deliberating the proposed budget and having it approved before the year ends.
Ombudsman, GSIS inspect Jinggoy’s office
The Office of the Ombudsman and the Government Service Insurance System have inspected detained Sen. Jinggoy Estrada’s stripped Senate office, with the former looking into possible legal violations and the latter…
Pope OKs Tagle as first Asian dean of cardinals
Pope Leo XIV has approved the election of Filipino Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle as dean of the College of Cardinals, making him the first Asian prelate to hold the position and placing him among the Church’s key figures…
Marcos accepts DICT chief’s resignation
President Marcos has accepted the resignation of Henry Aguda as secretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology, according to Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla.
Nation
Tips from relatives lead to arrest of 2 drug suspects in Region 12
Anti-narcotics operatives arrested two drug traffickers in separate operations in two cities in Region 12, premised on reports by their relatives, long aware of their criminal activities, annoyed by their having ignored…
13 arrested, P4 million worth of shabu seized in 2 BARMM stings
Combined agents of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency and policemen arrested 13 traffickers, seized P4 million worth of shabu and closed down a drug den in separate operations within just 24 hours in two provinces…
No augmentation of police, military personnel in Basilan
The police and military are together in full control of the situation in Basilan and there is no need to bring in additional troops following last week’s two ambush incidents in the province, officials announced on…
Cotabato launches inter-agency wildlife protection drive
The provincial governor’s office in Cotabato, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources 12 and the police have fused ranks to jointly enforce wildlife protection measures in all towns in the province and in…
October 11: Road closures due to La Naval Procession
The procession will be followed by a Holy Mass at Sto. Domingo Church. To facilitate the religious event and ensure public safety, temporary road closures will be implemented in the following areas:
2 women die in CDO fire
Two women died while three others were injured in a fire that struck a residential compound in this city on Friday morning.
2 dead in Luzon road mishaps
Two people died while five others were injured in three vehicular accidents involving motorcycles in Luzon over the weekend.
Ex-village chief slain in Batangas gun attack
A former barangay chairman was killed in an attack by unidentified motorcycle-riding men in Tanauan, Batangas on Friday afternoon.
Illegal fuel station shut down; 4 nabbed
A gasoline station in Magalang, Pampanga was shut down and its four employees were arrested on Friday for allegedly selling petroleum products without necessary permits.
Moderately explosive eruption occurs at Kanlaon Volcano
A moderately explosive eruption occurred yesterday at Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island Region, generating an ash plume that rose between five and six kilometers above the crater.
Stringent security in place at San Juan schools
San Juan is stepping up security in its schools after two Grade 7 students received a shooting threat online on Friday, the city government said.
Consumer groups raise concern over transport holiday
The consumer group CitizenWatch is urging the trucking sector not to disturb the movement of goods by going on a transport protest to air their concerns to the government.
CHR chair, 3 others probed over foreign training
The National Bureau of Investigation has asked the Office of the Ombudsman to open a preliminary investigation on Commission on Human Rights chairperson Richard Palpal-latoc for allegedly receiving allowances during a…
P43.7 million drugs seized at NAIA
Eight abandoned inbound parcels containing suspected illegal drugs worth P43.7 million were intercepted at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Friday.
Key player in POGO hubs operations nabbed
A Chinese tagged as a key player in the operations of two illegal Philippine offshore gaming operator or POGO hubs that were shut down by the government was arrested in Parañaque on Friday.
Regions
Woman hurt in fire
A 41-year-old woman sustained burns after a fire hit her house along N. Bacalso Street in Barangay Kinasang-an Pardo, Cebu City, last Saturday morning, October 10.
Soco wants master plan for North Cebu ecozone
Cebu Vice Governor Glenn Anthony Soco is seeking a comprehensive master plan for the proposed North Cebu Economic Zone (NCEZ) to draw investors, encourage industrial growth and generate more jobs in the northern part of…
Three men yield drugs worth P27M
Three men were arrested after anti-drug operatives seized more than four kilograms of suspected shabu valued at ?27.2 million during a buy-bust operation in Barangay Bulacao, Cebu City, last Friday night, October 9.
Q3 survey names 10 top-performing councilors
A recent survey has identified 10 city and municipal councilors in Cebu as top performers for the third quarter of 2026.
Gadgets worth P3M stolen from Danao stores
Cellphones and electronic gadgets worth an estimated ?3.69 million were stolen from two stores along the National Road in Barangay Sabang, Danao City, Cebu, last Thursday morning, October 8.
Expenses for Sibonga music fest questioned
The Commission on Audit (COA) has questioned items worth P920,000 included in the Municipality of Sibonga’s P3.34-million music festival contract, saying these should not have been procured through a special procurement…
P35.8M unliquidated financial aid to barangays, SKs in Naga
According to the Commission on Audit (COA) P35.80 million in financial assistance extended by the Naga City government in Cebu to barangays and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) has remained unliquidated as of December 31…
Cebu City backs mental health advocacy
As nearly 700 people gathered for the sixth edition of the “Superheroes for Mental Health World Mental Health Day Cosplay and Dance Fuzion Marathon,” the Cebu City government reiterated its support for initiatives that…
CABC 4th Boysen Cup gets underway today
Six teams will battle for hardcourt supremacy as the Cebu Architects Basketball Club (CABC) 4th Boysen Cup 2026 kicks off today (Sunday, October 11) at the Benedicto College-Cebu City Gymnasium.
3 SRCDC Greyhounds to compete in New Zealand HoopNation tourney
Three playersof San Roque College de Cebu (SRCDC) Greyhounds in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) will showcase their skills on the international stage when they compete in a basketball tournament in…
Business
Globe’s cybersecurity chief steps down
Telco-to-tech giant Globe Telecom Inc. lost its main cybersecurity leader, as he is stepping away not just from the company, but from the corporate sector.
Government aims to finalize EVIS rules this month
After missing its September target, the government is aiming to finalize the Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy implementing rules and regulations by the end of the month, the Department of Trade and Industry said.
The letters should speak for themselves
According to the Department of Energy, Solar Philippines Power Projects Holdings Inc., founded by Rep. Leandro Leviste, was slapped with P24 billion in penalties for failing to deliver the power it had committed to…
SSI partners with on to spur brand’s Philippines growth
Listed specialty retailer SSI Group Inc. is set to accelerate the next phase of growth of globally recognized premium sportswear brand On in the Philippines.
UK-based Revolut eyes Philippines digital bank license
British financial technology giant Revolut is looking to establish a wholly owned Philippine entity and secure licenses to offer digital banking and payment services, potentially adding another major foreign player to…
You pay the bill for convenience
Some of you are old enough to remember “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous.” Robin Leach hosted it, and he ended every episode wishing us “champagne wishes and caviar dreams.” We stared at the mansions, the yachts, the…
DALI may soon sell local agricultural produce
The Department of Agriculture and DALI Everyday Grocery are exploring a partnership that could give Filipino farmers a direct and expanding market for their produce while opening greater opportunities for contract…
Manila Water bolsters resilience to El Niño
Manila Water has completed the installation of submarine transmission lines for the East Bay Phase 2 project, enhancing its capability to convey additional water across the East Bay area, improving system reliability…
Philippines palm oil industry ready for takeoff
As the Philippines moves to expand its palm oil industry, Malaysia, the world’s second-largest producer, has expressed its willingness to support the country’s efforts.
A farmer’s journey toward digitalization
Edgar Villanueva, a 55-year-old farmer from Kiblawan, Davao del Sur, strongly believed in traditional farming methods – practices honed through years of working the soil providing food for Filipinos.
Pinoy startup joins Anthropic’s partner network
A Philippine digital startup has been selected as a network partner of Anthropic, the developer of artificial intelligence assistant Claude, to become the first in the country to do so.
Philippines to adopt global bond pricing system in 2027
The Philippines will adopt an international pricing system for peso-denominated government and corporate bonds starting early next year, as authorities seek to attract more foreign investors and eventually lower…
P6.43 trillion green lane investments approved
The Board of Investments has granted green lane status to P6.43 trillion worth of investments for faster permit processing.
Electronics demand to drive exports to $100 billion
Philippine exports of goods may reach the $100-billion mark this year, supported by demand for electronic products, according to the country’s umbrella group of exporters.
Sports
Maroons turn back Archers
University of the Philippines fended off the La Salle Green Archers’ furious comeback, holding on to an 80-76 win Sunday in last season’s UAAP finals rematch at the Mall of Asia Arena.
De Liano dominates with triple-double as FiberXers slay Giant Risers
Juan Gomez-de Liano poured in a 32-point triple-double to carry the Converge FiberXers past the Titan Ultra Giant Risers, 152-119, in the PBA Governor’s Cup Sunday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
Falcons extend Red Warriors drought
Adamson overcame a cold third quarter to swoop down on the University of the East Red Warriors, 71-64, in their UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball clash Sunday at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
Salaño, Magtubo rule Manila leg of Puma Philippine Half Marathon Series
Richard Salaño and Edna Magtubo emerged victorious in the Manila leg of the Puma Philippine Half Marathon Series 2026 on Sunday at SM Mall of Asia Complex.
PVL, PBA stars grace Mighty Sports volleyball courts inauguration
In response to the rapid growth of volleyball in the country, Mighty Sports inaugurated its new volleyball courts at AcroCity in Guiguinto, Bulacan on Saturday, October 10, drawing a good mix of young and old fans.
Philippines seen to thrive in rugby
The sixth-place finish of the Philippine national rugby team in the Asian Games shows the country’s potential in the sport, Filipino-English rugby player Marcus Smith said.
Dy stops British foe to defend Bare Knuckle title
And still.
Bisera, Constantino lead crack ICTSI Pueblo de Oro Championship cast
A first Order of Merit crown is within Yvon Bisera’s reach, but Harmie Constantino stands in the way — and with three legs left in the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour season, the race for supremacy is shaping up as a…
Lumbo eyes redemption; Miñoza enters ICTSI Pueblo fray
Coming off back-to-back runner-up finishes that exposed the fine line between victory and heartbreak, Jeffren Lumbo returns to the Philippine Golf Tour with renewed hunger and a steeled resolve.
Celebrating force-baseline defense
A much-used basketball strategy in half-court, man-to-man defense is force-baseline where the on-ball defender cuts off space to influence the offensive player to move towards the baseline or sideline where a trap could…
SSL: NU routs AU, stays unscathed
Five-peat-seeking National University swept Arellano University, 25-12, 25-16, 25-14, for a third straight win in the 2026 Shakey’s Super League Unity Cup on Saturday at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.
Youth is key to 3x3 success
The Philippines’ breakthrough in 3x3 U23 basketball at the recent Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games has opened SBP’s eyes to realize that youth is the key to success in the program.
Jumamoy trey lifts NU over UST
Reinhard Jumamoy saved National University from a potential collapse, sinking a game-winning three-pointer against the University of Santo Tomas in overtime to secure an 87-85 victory in the UAAP Season 89 Collegiate…
Jahns returns for PGT crown
Keanu Jahns returns to the Philippine Golf Tour with his game a notch sharper and his hunger for victory even greater as he shoots for an elusive win in the circuit’s final stages.
Dyip win in scoring frenzy
To revive its playoffs drive in the PBA Governors’ Cup, it’s imperative for Terrafirma’s local cogs to switch to high gear in support of Justin Strings.
Choco Mucho rallies to beat Capital1
The Sisi Rondina-Eya Laure roadshow is back.
Entertainment
John Cena, Jessica Biel reflect on how time changes friendships
Friendships come in different forms across time and all of them matter to some degree.
The duality of a star: Pokwang as dramatic actress Marietta Subong
Pokwang is also Marietta Subong, the award-winning dramatic actress.
Sylvia Sanchez proud to banner Philippines at Busan International Film Festival
Veteran actress Sylvia Sanchez-Atayde expressed how proud she is as a Filipino during her red-carpet walk in a well-attended 31st Busan International Film Festival last week promoting Nathan Studios’ three co-produced…
Barbie Forteza, Khalil Ramos call working with Sharon Cuneta ‘masterclass’ acting
Barbie and Khalil are certified fans of the "Megastar."
Why Christmas in Our Hearts is an answered prayer for Jose Mari Chan
A young lady knocked on Jose Mari Chan’s car window after he attended Mass and asked if he would be interested in collaborating with her on a song.
What makes a marriage? Ben Affleck explores the big question in ‘Animals’
For someone whose real-life relationships have drawn so much public attention, Hollywood star Ben Affleck dared to explore the subject of marriage in his new film “Animals,” now streaming on Netflix.
Lifestyle
Home is where the best of life lives
Flip through any high-end interior design magazine, and you’ll find an endless array of picture-perfect houses.
'Adobo Queen' shares secret to party-style Chicken Adobo
An Adobo variant with a mild fruity taste and a "secret ingredient" that gives its contrasting texture.
PH makes 1st cut: Tanzania wins Miss Grand International 2026
Jihan Dimack of Tanzania bested 79 other international delegates to win Miss Grand International 2026 at the close of glitzy rites in Bangkok.
Are you wearing a wedding garment?
In our Gospel today (Matthew 22:1-14), Jesus compares the Kingdom of Heaven to a royal wedding feast.
Baguio’s art mecca celebrates 16th Tam-awan int’l arts fest
The Tam-awan International Arts Festival is an annual celebration that brings together artists, cultural practitioners, educators, communities, and audiences from around the Philippines and beyond.
Opinion
Pax Silica and the pursuit of Philippine economic security
The Philippines joined Pax Silica in April this year as its 13th signatory.
Trump attacks birthright citizenship (again) – Part 1
On Aug. 6, 2026, Pres. Donald Trump signed two executive orders, seeking to limit birthright/automatic citizenship for children born in the US, after the US Supreme Court struck down a previous executive order on…
Showing up and delivering: A stronger UK-Phl and Asean partnership
The Philippines is one of Southeast Asia’s most compelling economic success stories.
You can rob the country, but you can’t sell it to China
The Filipino people can probably tolerate a plunderer, but not a traitor.
Failures of ‘China First’ and ‘America First’
Since the end of the Second World War, the United States became the leader of the so-called Free World.
More Filipinos can’t pay their utangs
Remember when you could get a credit card at the mall faster than you could finish admiring a mannequin’s outfit in a store window?
Economic cooperation and the road to peace
My recent visit to Harvard Kennedy School in Cambridge, Massachusetts, provided a welcome opportunity to discuss a question that matters deeply to the Philippines: how can economic cooperation between the United States…
EDITORIAL - POGO revival
As soon as the government began cracking down on Philippine offshore gaming operators in 2024, law enforcement agencies had warned that POGO employees were going underground and starting smaller operations, mostly…
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