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Thursday, 29 October · 26 stories
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Gibo snubs China at ADMM-Plus
Bilateral ties between the two countries take another tense turn as Beijing sends its Manila-based defense attache to a high-level ASEAN meeting chaired by China-sanctioned Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr.
Chagee’s new drinks use espresso shots, but with tea
A new way of espresso with cha, g (Chagee)?
Nation
Cybersecurity firm reports 68 GB of data from PH gov’t agency found publicly online
Despite file names of the data taken indicating migrant worker organization files, the contents of the backups are not established as Hunt.io did not examine them
All 5 chief justice candidates pass JBC shortlist | The wRap
Today’s headlines: Supreme Court, Gibo Teodoro, Alex Eala
FACT CHECK: No report of Indonesian President confronting, scolding Marcos
The video contains no footage, audio, or documentation of the alleged confrontation. Instead, the content features an unidentified male commentator reacting to a third-party social media post unrelated to the claim.
LIST: Evidence submitted by prosecution to impeach court vs Sara Duterte
Rappler obtained a copy of the prosecution's formal offer of evidence. Here are key documents that are part of the submission.
Who are the candidates short-listed for SC associate justice?
Marcos will pick his next SC associate justice appointee in place of retiring Associate Justice Amy Lazaro Javier
Philippines’ Teodoro holds briefing as ASEAN defense meeting in Cebu ends
The meeting is backdropped by what Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has called a 'fragmenting world'
All 5 chief justice candidates make it to JBC shortlist
Marcos will pick his chief justice from the list that includes Leonen, Caguioa, Zalameda, Dimaampao, and Marquez
DA: Weak peso to push up imported rice, fertilizer prices
Meanwhile, the Philippines' rice import volume is expected to increase by November and December in anticipation of severe El Niño
Many K-9 dogs are now too old for duty. Can the PNP train new ones fast enough?
Only 347 out of the required number of 510 police service dogs remain active, with even more set to retire by the end of 2026
Regions
LIST: November 2026 special non-working days in PH provinces, cities, towns
Here are the November 2026 special non-working days in various localities, as proclaimed by the President
MAP: Power plants in the Visayas grid
One in three power plants in the Visayas is fueled by coal, based on the Department of Energy's list of existing power plants, as of July 2026
Business
ECB President Lagarde resigns at time of mounting challenges for Europe
A source with direct knowledge of the matter says Christine Lagarde resigned so she could weigh in on political matters in her native France and globally
Pagcor revenues plunge 23% in Q3 as economic pressures weigh on gambling
The vast majority of the decline in revenue came from weaker electronic gaming, such as eGames and eBingo. Traditional casinos also struggled, though considerably less so.
China stocks slip as tech weakness overshadows Fed rate decision
'We are wary that investor sentiment on AI is fragile; however, we believe the risk-reward is looking more attractive again, and interest may come back towards the end of the year as investors rebuild their portfolios…
Are GCash’s P10 transfer fees here to stay?
Talks with the central bank continue, says GCash
The bee is strong: Jollibee eyes 1,500 more areas for expansion
The fast-food giant sees more room to grow outside Metro Manila, while setting its sights on listing its international business in Hong Kong in 2027
[Ask the Tax Whiz] BIR e-invoicing: Is your company ready for December 31?
This affects billing, customer records, accounting systems, and the controls that keep transactions accurate and traceable
World
Hong Kong leader apologizes for deadly Tai Po fire, pledges reform
John Lee also announces the resignation of Hong Kong's Housing Secretary Winnie Ho — the first official to resign over the inferno
Leak website releases data on thousands of US Homeland Security employees
The leaked data is on more than 40,000 Department of Homeland Security employees. DHS is aware of the potential breach and working to address it.
What’s at stake for Trump in Israel’s deadlocked election?
The outcome will have implications for US-Israeli relations, which have been dominated by the joint fight against Iran, stalled Gaza peace efforts and signs of eroding US public support for Israel
Netanyahu set to remain caretaker after inconclusive Israeli election
While a caretaker government faces some constraints, experts say it retains powers, including over the war with Iran
Entertainment
Rappler Live Jam: J2X
Choreographer-turned-recording artist J2X brings his hip-hop and electronic charm to Rappler Live Jam!
Opinion
[READOUT] How can businesses win back customers amid a weak peso and high inflation?
Businesses must balance rising costs against the dwindling purchasing power and growing frustration of cash-strapped consumers
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