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7 hours ago

BARMM, local execs welcome barangay, SK elections postponement

For Bangsamoro regional officials and local executives, the reset to 2028 of this year’s supposed Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) can boost multi-sector efforts of reuniting community leaders and their constituents fragmented by the September 14 parliamentary polls in the autonomous region.

2 days ago

Culinary school, offices shut over alleged unlicensed Australia recruitment

23 hours ago

San Lazaro Hospital reports 40 deaths due to leptospirosis

By Rhodina Villanueva

23 hours ago

CHED closes 26 teacher education diploma mills

By Bella Cariaso

23 hours ago

12 ordered arrested for RPG attack on Maguindanao mayor

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Normalization track to proceed after BARMM polls — Palace official

Normalization track to proceed after BARMM polls — Palace official

1 day ago

The normalization track of the Bangsamoro peace process will proceed alongside the transition to an elected regional government...

Potential uranium source discovered in Camarines

Potential uranium source discovered in Camarines

By EJ Macababbad | 22 hours ago

After decades of exploration, scientists have discovered a potential source of uranium in Camarines Norte,...

DepEd, 38 LGUs link to build schools

DepEd, 38 LGUs link to build schools

By Evelyn Macairan | 2 days ago

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) has partnered with 38 local government units (LGUs)...

DepEd to relocate Manila school out of wet market

DepEd to relocate Manila school out of wet market

By Bella Cariaso | 1 day ago

The Department of Education (DepEd) is finalizing plans to secure a permanent site and construct a modern campus for the Manuel...

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

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

By John Unson | 6 hours ago

Policemen foiled on Friday, September 25, an attempt by seafaring smugglers to deliver P2.8 million worth of cigarettes from...

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MNLF seeks prosecution of robbers who wounded leader’s son

MNLF seeks prosecution of robbers who wounded leader’s son

By John Unson | 6 hours ago

Commanders of the Moro National Liberation Front in this city and towns around seek a speedy prosecution of the motorcycle...

‘Flammable cargo sparked fire on June Aster’

‘Flammable cargo sparked fire on June Aster’

By Bella Cariaso | 22 hours ago

The Maritime Industry Authority has blamed flammable cargo for the fire that struck the motor vessel June Aster.

Online threats hit 2 Calabarzon schools

Online threats hit 2 Calabarzon schools

By Emmanuel Tupas | 22 hours ago

Threats of mass shootings have been posted on social media against schools in Batangas and Laguna.

5 SHS students drown in Zamboanga river

5 SHS students drown in Zamboanga river

By John Unson | 22 hours ago

Five senior high school students drowned after they were swept away by the current in a river in Roseller T. Lim, Zamboanga...

NPA leader shot by companion now under military, police protection

NPA leader shot by companion now under military, police protection

By John Unson | 1 day ago

An official of the defunct New People’s Army shot and wounded by a companion after she sent surrender feelers to...

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P7 diesel price cut seen; LPG/kerosene excise tax suspended

P7 diesel price cut seen; LPG/kerosene excise tax suspended

Easing supply concerns are expected to offer relief at the pump next week following three consecutive rounds of increases.

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President Marcos Jr. suspends LPG, kerosene excise taxes

President Marcos Jr. suspends LPG, kerosene excise taxes

President Ferdinand Marcos said the tax suspension would last up to three months, with LPG prices expected to fall by about P3 per kilogram.

2 days ago

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DOE sees P8 diesel price rollback by end-September

DOE sees P8 diesel price rollback by end-September

The P8 per liter rollback on diesel, P6 on kerosene and P0.90 in gasoline, are expected next week.

2 days ago

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Transport strike set next week

Transport strike set next week

Transport groups Manibela and Piston are set to hold a series of strikes next week amid soaring fuel prices.

3 days ago

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LPG, kerosene excise tax to be suspended

LPG, kerosene excise tax to be suspended

A recommendation to suspend excise taxes on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and kerosene is expected to reach the Office of the President in a few days, paving the way for a potential announcement next week.

3 days ago

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Reckless and Careless

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A fool is reckless and careless. — Proverbs 14:16 esv

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