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Sunday, 25 October · 88 stories

Ombudsman charges 6 DPWH personnel, 7 others over alleged GenSan right-of-way scam

The Office of the Ombudsman has filed malversation and graft charges before the Sandiganbayan against six Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region XII personnel over their alleged involvement in a…

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PhilSA confirms China’s rocket launch

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) confirmed the launch of China’s Long March 8A rocket on Sunday, October 25.

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Veteran journalist Philip Lustre posts bail on cyberlibel raps

Lustre, 72, has posted bail amounting to P48,000 and was released on Saturday, October 24.

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ITCZ to bring rain to Palawan, Visayas, Mindanao on October 25 — PAGASA

The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) may bring rain to parts of the Visayas, Mindanao and Southern Luzon, the state weather bureau PAGASA said on Sunday, October 25.

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Revilla bid to inhibit justice junked anew

The Sandiganbayan has upheld its earlier ruling denying former senator Ramon Revilla Jr.’s bid to stop one of its justices – who specifically ruled to deny him P1 million bail – from hearing his malversation case.

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Rains expected today across the country

Rainy weather will prevail over parts of Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao today due to the intertropical convergence zone, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

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Ombudsman eyes complaint mechanism for businessmen

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla has pledged to go after public officials who extort from businessmen, by establishing a mechanism for filing complaints.

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Formal offer of evidence vs VP submitted early

Prosecutors from the House of Representative have submitted their formal offer of evidence against Vice President Sara Duterte to the Senate impeachment court ahead of the deadline last Friday, giving the defense 10…

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‘Visa-free entry likely caused scam hub resurgence’

The abuse of visa-free entry privileges by some foreigners could have contributed to the apparent resurgence of small-scale scam hubs in parts of the country, according to the Department of Justice.

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Meghan distressed over dad’s child abuse images in Philippines

British Prince Harry’s wife Meghan is “deeply distressed” by allegations that her father had possessed images of child abuse, adding that she had blocked contact between him and her children over previous “troubling and…

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PCO steps up drive vs fake news

Communications Secretary Lino Cayetano has vowed to strengthen the government’s campaign against fake news and disinformation through closer cooperation with media organizations.

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Ping claims TESDA offered him P5 million allocation fund

Sen. Panfilo Lacson has exposed a possible case of corruption in the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority after he declined an offer of P5-million “allocation fund” from the agency’s proposed 2027 budget.

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Marcos orders lawful, non-violent arrest of Bato

President Marcos has ordered a lawful, non-violent arrest of Sen. Ronald dela Rosa after the government put up a P50 million bounty and gave the fugitive lawmaker one week to surrender, a Palace official said yesterday.

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Philippines government, Chinese embassy urged: Talk, don’t post

Instead of exchanging tirades on social media, the Philippine government and the Chinese embassy should sit down and talk to settle issues, the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. said.

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Gunman in rocket attack on BARMM mayor’s convoy arrested

Policemen have arrested one of the alleged perpetrators of the January 25 ambush of the mayor in Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur, in which gunment fired rifles and a B40 anti-tank rocket at his vehicle, wounding him…

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Misuari wants Macacua to remain as BARMM's figurehead

Various sectors welcomed the wish of Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) founder Nur Misuari for Abdulraof Macacua to remain as chief minister of the Bangsamoro regional government.

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Intramuros eases rules on professional cameras for personal photography

Photography enthusiasts can now use professional cameras to take personal and souvenir photos in the historic Walled City of Intramuros without securing a permit, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said.

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Newly elected BARMM lawmakers urged to work hard for constituents

The speaker of the interim Bangsamoro parliament and an outgoing member from the Moro National Liberation (MNLF) have separately urged the newly elected regional lawmakers to work together to foster peace and…

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3 drug suspects nabbed in Sultan Kudarat

Three drug suspects were arrested in an anti-narcotics operation in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat on Friday.

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Student dies in Bulacan motorcycle mishap

A 21-year-old student died after his motorcycle crashed along the road in Bocaue, Bulacan before dawn yesterday.

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Nurse killed in Abra gun attack

A 36-year-old nurse of the Abra Provincial Hospital was killed while his 10-year-old daughter was wounded in an attack by motorcycle-riding men in this town on Friday night.

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Conservationists seek protection of Aurora wildlife habitat

The jungles of Aurora province has been home to threatened wildlife species as shown by the presence of more than 8,000 golden-crowned flying foxes, a species of megabat endemic to the Philippines, in the Aurora…

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Special holidays declared in 3 areas

Special non-working days have been declared in three areas of the country for the observance of local anniversaries.

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Western Visayas workers get P40 to P45 pay hike

Minimum wage earners in Western Visayas including Negros Occidental and Bacolod City will receive an increase of P40 to P45 in their daily pay following the approval of a wage hike petition by the Regional Tripartite…

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Bomb threat disrupts UST classes

A bomb threat sent to the University of Santo Tomas prompted UST officials to cancel classes and order the evacuation of students, faculty and staff on Friday.

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BIR sues manpower firm, coconut dealer

The Bureau of Internal Revenue has filed complaints against a manpower agency and a coconut dealer over P45 million worth of taxes.

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LTFRB warns taxi drivers vs overcharging

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board warned taxi drivers yesterday that overcharging passengers could lead to suspension or cancellation of their LTFRB franchises, as people are expected to travel…

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Journalist nabbed in Quezon City

Veteran journalist Philip Lustre Jr. was arrested in Quezon City yesterday, after a Davao City court issued a warrant of arrest for cyberlibel.

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4 PAF pilots killed in midair collision

Four Philippine Air Force pilots died after two trainer aircraft collided midair in Lipa City, Batangas, on Friday afternoon, October 23, 2026.

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Major shipping park eyed in North Cebu

The Philippine Coastwise Shipping Association is exploring the establishment of a maritime industrial park in Northern Cebu to help address the shortage of shipyards and ship repair facilities in the country…

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Ahead of ASEAN defense meeting: Lapu-Lapu declares no-fly zone

The entire territorial jurisdiction of Lapu-Lapu City has been declared a no-fly zone as the city prepares to host the 20th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting and the 13th ADMM-Plus from October 26 to 30, 2026.

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Capitol extends P21.2 million aid to agriculture sector

The Cebu provincial government has distributed P21.23 million worth of agricultural and fishery assistance to farmers and fisherfolk in southern Cebu, as the province prepares for the potential effects of El Niño on…

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Over 2,300 cops dispatched for ASEAN execs’ meeting

The Police Regional Office will deploy more than 2,300 police personnel as part of nearly 4,000 security forces to ensure the safety of delegates and the orderly conduct of the 20th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting 2026.

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Lancers eye repeat over Wildcats

The University of the Visayas Green Lancers will seek to reaffirm their mastery over the Cebu Institute of Technology-University Wildcats when their paths cross again in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. Season…

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We do not live by China’s bread alone

I discern that economics is an argument raised by China defenders in the ongoing Philippine-China tiff over the West Philippine Sea.

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Bato bounty Fifty million for Senator Bato dela Rosa?

his was the bounty offered this week by Jonvic Remulla, Interior secretary.

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EDITORIAL— A concerning development

From abroad comes news that Getty Images, a company that licenses photos, editorial news images, video footage, and even music to businesses, media outlets, and creative professionals, has filed for bankruptcy before a…

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BSP hikes interest rates by 50 basis points

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Monetary Board raised its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points to 5.50%.

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‘Firms should treat digital trust as business asset’

Businesses should treat digital trust as a strategic asset tied to customer confidence and economic participation, consumer group CitizenWatch Philippines said, urging companies and government to adopt consistent…

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Southstar Drug teams up with DSWD

Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc.’s Southstar Drug has partnered with the Department of Social Welfare and Development to let qualified individuals claim approved medicines and health care products without upfront payment.

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UnionBank to absorb UnionDigital, UBX businesses

Union Bank of the Philippines is moving to absorb the businesses of its digital banking and financial technology subsidiaries into its parent operations, as the Aboitiz-led lender seeks to streamline its operations and…

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Difficulty of proving plunder

Sandiganbayan Presiding Justice Geraldine Faith Econg expressed frustration over the Supreme Court’s 2016 ruling in Macapagal-Arroyo vs. People, which she believes has made it increasingly difficult for the country’s…

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BIR issues over 52K registration seal badges

The Bureau of Internal Revenue said more than 52,700 certificates of registration with registration seal badges have been secured by online sellers, service providers and content creators as of Oct. 14, as it aims to…

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The lessons I keep relearning

Three lawyers and three businessmen take the train to a conference.

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Manila Doctors Hospital, Benilde partner for accessible services

Driven by their shared mission to promote mental health and well-being, the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde has partnered with the Manila Doctors Hospital to provide accessible psychological health care services to…

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Unilever Philippines journey to net zero

Recent energy shocks and catastrophic natural disasters in early 2026 have intensified the urgency of climate action.

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The environmental price of the AI boom

During a recent trip to Baguio, a poster inside a convenience store caught my attention. Its bubbly lettering, pastel colors and cartoon-like illustrations gave it the polished, almost too-perfect look of an…

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EU, Philippines strengthen digital ties with AI Lab launch

The European Union and the Philippines have announced the launch of the EU–Philippines AI Industry Lab, expanding their digital cooperation under the Global Gateway Strategy, which now involves a total of euro 40…

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Visa: No firm timeline for stablecoin adoption in Philippines

Global payments giant Visa has yet to establish a firm timeline for the adoption of stablecoin-based money transfers in the Philippines, even as it begins commercially deploying the technology overseas to make…

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A phoenix at sunrise

Over five years ago, on a Friday morning in the early fall in New York City, Philippine Airlines filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code in the Federal Court for the Southern District of New…

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Tropang 5G crush Hotshots in quarterfinal opener

One down for the TNT Tropang 5G.

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Macalalag dumps career-high 28 as Archers slay Tigers

The Growling Tigers learned the hard way that when it rains, it pours.

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Road Warriors repel Fuel Masters to take Game 1

NLEX kept Phoenix at bay, 97-92, to draw first blood in the PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinal Sunday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

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Merciless Maroons add to Red Warriors' woes

The slump continues for the Red Warriors.

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Report: Ex-champ agrees to terms for Pacquiao fight, says promoter

Will we see Manny Pacquiao fight soon?

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Aurora Gaming books M8 return, keeps historic title defense alive

Aurora Gaming PH punched its ticket to the M8 World Championship after surviving defending MPL Philippines champion Team Liquid Philippines, 4-3, in a thrilling lower bracket finals showdown Saturday at the PhilSports…

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Apo-bound Avaricio eyes back-to-back wins

Chanelle Avaricio brings a potent mix of winning momentum, growing confidence and proven course mastery into the ICTSI Apo Golf Classic, seeking back-to-back victories and a fourth title of the season as the Ladies…

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Last eight standing

Five teams are off to an early Christmas vacation in the PBA but they would’ve preferred to stay for the Governors’ Cup quarterfinals which reel off with a twinbill at the Ynares Center, Antipolo, today.

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Training center for para athletes eyed

If plans don’t miscarry, Filipino para athletes will have a training center they can call their own.

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Blue Eagles edge Tams, snap slide

Protecting its turf, Ateneo eked out a 75-72 squeaker over Far Eastern U to snap a three-game skid in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball yesterday at the Blue Eagle Gym.

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Triumphant Mondilla hungry for more

Clyde Mondilla is back in the winner’s circle, and he intends to make the most of his return.

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Eala vs young wildcard in Tokyo

Alex Eala faces another upset-hungry opponent in Mika Stojsavljecic of the United Kingdom in Round 1 of the WTA500 Toray Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo, Japan.

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High Speed Hitters finally break through

PLDT finally put an end to its frustrating skid, shaking off a first-set loss behind Savi Davison’s explosive 28-point performance and a suffocating net defense to turn back Capital1, 21-25, 25-21, 25-21, 25-21, in the…

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Target: 1-0 head start

After 107 days of group play and stop-and-go action, it’s quarterfinals time in the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup.

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Disappointing finish for Yulo

Carlos Yulo’s bid for the floor exercise gold medal at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Rotterdam, the Netherlands ended with a thud.

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WATCH: Why ‘2 Valid IDs’ is personal to Pokwang

Before becoming a comedian, Pokwang experienced the struggles of seeking financial assistance for her son’s brain tumor. Sadly, he passed away before receiving any help. Thus, for Pokwang, her critically acclaimed film…

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WATCH: Gary V proves he’s still Mr. Pure Energy at ‘Back at the Museum’

He is called Mr. Pure Energy for a reason.

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WinWyn Marquez, Mikee Quintos, Anthony Constantino, new ‘PBB Collab 3’ housemates unveiled

They make the newest season of TV's most popular house.

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How Nikki Valdez learned the ‘art of breaking up’

For actress-singer Nikki Valdez, there’s indeed an art to breaking up.

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Luis Manzano finds fitness motivation in wife Jessy, daughter Peanut

Changes in a celebrity’s looks, especially weight, hardly go unnoticed.

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Newly launched pageant supports autism awareness

A new pageant has been launched, placing self-development and advocacy at the forefront.

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Janice, JC and John relive fascinating ‘Shake, Rattle & Roll’ memories

Actors such as Janice de Belen, JC de Vera and John Lapus have done a variety of shows and movies.

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What's on the plate: Fiesta Ham Sub, purple brand's pistachio desserts

From Japanese comfort food to Filipino ube desserts and a holiday-inspired sandwich, food brands are introducing new offerings and celebrating milestones as they cater to changing dining preferences.

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Fruit of the season: Luscious Lanzones

It's peak Lanzones season from September to October.

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Ready to build something? 6 takeaways from ASEAN Youth Entrepreneurship Summit 2026

By bringing young people together with business leaders, mentors, and fellow aspiring entrepreneurs, AYES 2026 provides opportunities to gain knowledge, build networks, and exchange ideas that can help them realize…

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Move over, staycation: Bonding over malling and 'pet-cation'

While fur parents relax and unwind, their four-legged companions also get to enjoy exclusive perks, activities, and wellness services designed especially for them.

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Classic Bistek Tagalog

It has that warm, comforting sauce crowned by almost caramelized onion rings over a bowl of piping hot rice.

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Brewing change in Mindanao: The pioneer behind Davao’s third-wave coffee revolution

Raised in a farming family from Davao del Norte, she spent her youth favoring sweet milk teas over coffee.

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The joy of grandparenting

In our culture, becoming a grandparent is often seen as passing the torch.

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Is self-love selfish?

Last week, we saw that as a Roman coin is stamped with the face of Caesar, we bear the indelible image and likeness of our Creator.

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Alien indicted for illegal voting

A non-citizen was recently indicted for having registered to vote and voting in a federal election.

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When a pope falls ill: The courage to tell the truth

When Pope Leo XIV stood before the faithful at St. Peter’s Square on Oct. 11 and announced that doctors had discovered a small nodule in his lung requiring surgery, he did something that leaders everywhere would do well…

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China’s blacklist: A badge of honor

The word war between Philippine lawmakers and Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan showed no signs of subsiding this week.

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Waging war against superpowers

Recently there was a word war between the Philippines and China which continues on.

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Three overpriced bridges

Do you know how many classrooms can be built with a budget of P54 million?

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Action speaks louder than words

The recent hullabaloo over Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan’s remarks has understandably stirred strong reactions among Filipinos.

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EDITORIAL - Emerging scam hub

It’s a reflection of the security situation that foreigners seem to consider the Philippines a haven for illegal activities.

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