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DICT chief backs bill requiring legislative franchises for social media platforms

DICT chief backs bill requiring legislative franchises for social media platforms

By Ian Laqui | 2 days ago
Information and Communications Technology Chief Henry Aguda has expressed his support for a proposed bill in the House of...
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‘Weak infrastructure spending may prolong Philippines slowdown’

‘Weak infrastructure spending may prolong Philippines slowdown’

By Keisha Ta-Asan | 18 hours ago
Weak infrastructure spending could prolong the Philippines’ economic slowdown into 2027, with a smaller allocation for...
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Lacson calls for ‘fair’ verdict in Duterte trial

Lacson calls for ‘fair’ verdict in Duterte trial

By Marc Jayson Cayabyab | 18 hours ago
Sen. Panfilo Lacson has called for a “fair” and “evidence-based” verdict in the impeachment trial...
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VP Sara denies receiving P2 billion from ex-Velasco aide

VP Sara denies receiving P2 billion from ex-Velasco aide

By Bella Cariaso | 18 hours ago
Vice President Sara Duterte has denied allegations made by a security officer of former speaker Lord Allan Velasco that he...
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‘Queenie’ strengthens as it nears PAR exit

‘Queenie’ strengthens as it nears PAR exit

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Typhoon Queenie (international name: Surigae) slightly intensified as it accelerated north-northeastward, state weather bureau...
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Miguel Tabuena of the Philippines pictured during Round 2 of the 2025 PIF Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment Advisers at Riyadh Golf Club.

Tabuena draws confidence from Taiwan Masters Top-10 finish ahead of Asiad

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The Police Regional Office 9 shall turn over to the Bureau of Customs the smuggled cigarettes that policemen had seized in an operation in Liloy, Zamboanga del Norte.

P2.8 million worth of imported cigarettes seized in Zamboanga del Norte

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This file photo shows the executive building of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.

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Yuka Saso of Japan plays her second shot on the first hole during a Pro-Am prior to the KPMG Women's PGA Championship 2026 at the Hazeltine National Golf Club on June 23, 2026 in Chaska, Minnesota.

Saso barely makes NW Arkansas cut after late stumble

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Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte speaks during a press conference at her office in Manila on December 11, 2024. Philippine lawmakers on February 5 voted to send articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte to the Senate, a day before the current congressional session was set to end.

Ex-cop who claimed cash deliveries to Sara Duterte dismissed from PNP

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HABC Chairman Nick Stasinopoulos (right) exchanges tokens of friendship with SBMA Chairman Eduardo Jose L. Aliño after signing an agreement for economic cooperation and investment promotion between Greece ports and the Subic Bay Freeport

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Atugan Nature Farm in Impasug-ong, Bukidnon promotes natural farming, local products and indigenous Higaonon crafts while supporting community-based agricultural enterprises.

Community rooted, community grown: Bukidnon couple builds farm on shared success

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The partnership will connect qualified Echelon athletes and their families with Blusoar’s private-school placement services in North America, providing a structured pathway for student-athletes interested in pursuing academic and volleyball opportunities abroad.

Echelon, Blusoar forge pathway for Filipino student-athletes

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Research methods book author Dr. John W. Creswell will grace “Halo-Halo 3: The Filipino Mixed Methods Fair†on October 14 and 15 at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila.

World-leading research book author headlines UST's third mixed methods fair

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The Philippines’ Alexandra Eala reacts to a point against Russia's Tatiana Prozorova during the WTA Singapore Open Tennis Round of 16 in Singapore on September 24, 2026.

Eala landslide winner of 'Star of the Hard-Court Swing' poll

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Scenes from U2's "The Joshua Tree Tour" at the Philippine Arena on December 11, 2019.

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