GMA News Online · Regions

Magnitude 5.0 earthquake strikes Balut Island in Sarangani

A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck Balut Island in Sarangani, Davao Occidental, with tremors felt in several towns in Southern Mindanao, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said.

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GMA News Online · Regions

Cobra found hiding inside bathroom in Balungao, Pangasinan

A family in Balungao, Pangasinan was shocked to find a venomous cobra hiding inside their house.

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The Manila Times · Regions

Zambales fishermen seek demolition of illegal beach resorts for sea access

IBA, ZAMBALES — More than 300 fishermen staged a peaceful rally in front of the Provincial Capitol here to call on concerned government agencies to fast track the demolition of illegal beach resorts which they claim…

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GMA News Online · Regions

Cow rescued from canal in Tarlac after animal rights group raises alarm

An animal rights group called for an immediate rescue after a cow in Tarlac City fell into a canal and became trapped, prompting local disaster response personnel to step in and bring the animal to safety.

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Rider dies after colliding with another motorcycle, gets run over by taxi

A 26-year-old motorcycle rider died after he collided with another motorcycle and getting run over by a taxi in Bacolod City on Monday.

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Rappler · Regions

NBI files complaints vs Davao contractor linked to Dutertes

The complaints come after the National Bureau of Investigation started looking into the P1.9-billion flood control projects awarded to Genesis88, located in the district of Davao City Representative Paolo Duterte

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GMA News Online · Regions

Radio broadcaster shot dead in Albay; cops eye work-related motive

Local radio broadcaster Adrian “Golden Boy” Loterte was fatally shot inside his bakery in Daraga, Albay by two unidentified suspects.

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Rappler · Regions

DOE: Visayas may face more red alerts in 2027 without sufficient backup systems

Energy officials say power barges and battery energy storage systems can address the imbalance in power supply and demand in the Visayas

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Rappler · Regions

Albay political commentator shot dead

Police face a blank wall on the October 12 shooting death of local political commentator Adrian Loterte in Albay

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GMA News Online · Regions

BCDA submits Pax Silica legal framework to Marcos

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has submitted to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. the legal framework for the planned Pax Silica initiative, Malacañang said Tuesday.

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Rappler · Regions

DPWH project relocates Pampanga community to more flood-prone site – HRW

DPWH spends P150 million dredging an island in Macabebe, and permanently relocating its residents to a former fishpond that chronically floods

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Rappler · Regions

Business leaders, consumers demand solutions to Visayas power crisis at Cebu summit

Repeated power interruptions have drawn concern from domestic and international clients about Cebu's capability to support business needs, possibly affecting future transactions and partnerships, says a business leader

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GMA News Online · Regions

60 fatalities of MV June Aster fire incident identified --PCG

60 fatalities of MV June Aster fire incident identified --PCG

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Man found dead with stab wounds in own house in Cavite; wife, 3 children are suspects

A 57-year-old man was found dead with stab wounds in his own house in Bacoor, Cavite. Police said the wife and their three children are suspects in the crime.

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The Manila Times · Regions

Mayor’s cousin shot in police chase

ILOILO CITY — The police filed three criminal cases against a 29-year-old optometrist who was wounded when officers shot at his vehicle during a hot pursuit following an alleged hit-and-run incident in La Paz district…

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The Manila Times · Regions

Massive manhunt launched in Basilan

LAMITAN CITY — Government security forces launched a massive manhunt operation to capture the armed group responsible for the two attacks on military convoys last week. The manhunt comes after two roadside ambushes that…

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Philstar · Regions

Philippines urged to boost cybersecurity investments amid digital risks

The Philippines needs to accelerate investments in cybersecurity infrastructure and workforce development as businesses and institutions face growing digital risks, underscoring the importance of building a stronger…

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The Manila Times · Regions

Wage hike proposals met with mixed reactions

ILOILO CITY — Calls for a wage increase comparable to those granted in other regions and for the deferment of an adjustment amid rising business costs emerged during a public hearing on minimum wage rates for…

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The Manila Times · Regions

COA flags delay in Cebu school building project

MINGLANILLA, Cebu — A nearly completed P2.648-million rehabilitation project at a historic school building in this southern Cebu town has remained suspended for more than eight months, leaving the municipality without a…

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Philstar · Regions

Healthcare firm expands in Cebu as demand grows for AI services

Outsourcing firm Optum Philippines has opened a new office in Cebu IT Park, expanding its presence in the country as healthcare global capability centers (GCCs) move toward technology-driven services, analytics and…

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The Manila Times · Regions

Remulla tags Subic as ‘smuggling capital’

THE Port of Subic has come under fresh scrutiny after being branded the country’s “smuggling capital” by Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla, as the Bureau of Customs (BOC) uncovered P29.17 million worth of cigarettes…

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The Manila Times · Regions

14K MILF fighters await decommissioning

ABOUT 14,000 former Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) fighters are still awaiting decommissioning, prompting a Bangsamoro civic group to urge President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to meet with MILF Chairman Al Haj Murad…

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Philstar · Regions

‘Always Yours, Never Mine’ hits P100M milestone

Philippine cinema’s latest romantic drama, “Always Yours, Never Mine,” has surpassed P100 million in box-office earnings as of October 11.

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The Manila Times · Regions

Cordillera police undergo specialized training

LA TRINIDAD, Benguet — The Police Regional Office in Cordillera (PRO-CAR) launched three specialized training courses on Monday, Oct. 12, to enhance police operational readiness, personnel competence and public safety…

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The Manila Times · Regions

Marcos orders flood control repairs in Hagonoy, Bulacan

THE Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has intensified dredging and pumping operations in flood-prone Hagonoy, Bulacan, as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. orders repairs to flood-control structures and…

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Philstar · Regions

WilBea’s ‘Pee Mak’ puts Pinoy spin on beloved Thai hit

What makes a loveteam successful isn’t just strong chemistry or good looks, but also the team behind them that keeps the momentum going.

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The Manila Times · Regions

2,820 sugar workers get emergency cash aid

BACOLOD CITY — A total of 2,820 sugarcane workers and farmers affected by the red-striped soft scale insect (RSSI) infestation in Bacolod City received emergency cash assistance from the government. The Department of…

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The Manila Times · Regions

DSWD opens anti-hunger program in Samar

THE Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Monday opened its Walang Gutom Kitchen (WGK) in the country in partnership with the Samar provincial government, with the facility expected to provide 200 hot…

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Philstar · Regions

From rivals to champions: Celjem Titas grab historic crown of Tita Liga by In10s Games

They were once rivals but eventually decided to join forces.

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Philstar · Regions

Moving soil

I found myself standing on moving soil over the weekend in Sitio Riverside, Barangay Pulangbato, where three individuals died after a landslide.

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Philstar · Regions

Our institutions on trial

The prosecution was expected to finish presenting its evidence yesterday in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, following the cross-examination of its final witness, lawyer and accountant Alexander Cabrera…

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Philstar · Regions

Too much technicalities in the impeachment proceedings

The way the presiding officer is currently managing the proceedings has convinced a lot of legal experts that procedural inanities are obstructing, impeding, and delaying the constitutional process which should not be…

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Philstar · Regions

Nahalin sa China

Imbes tarungon og tubag, gilubag ni Bise Presidente Sara Duterte ang kabalaka nga nasuburnohan siya sa China pinaagi sa iyang kompaniya nga nadokumento sa Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) nga nakadawat og ?319…

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Philstar · Regions

EDITORIAL — No classes doesn’t mean go out

For the nth time classes in all levels were suspended yesterday, October 12, because of the deteriorating air quality in Metro Cebu.

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