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Local fisherfolk place the symbolic buoys with markings â��WPS Atin ito!â�� on the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone before pushing to the Bajo de Masinloc during the second civilian resupply mission to the West Philippine Sea on May 15, 2024.

Pinoys to continue fishing in Panatag

By Bella Cariaso

Filipino fisherfolk will not be cowed and will continue to fish in Panatag Shoal despite China’s empowering of its coast guard to detain for 60 days without trial anyone or any vessel found trespassing in what it considers its territorial waters.

A handout picture provided by the Iranian presidency shows Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi during a meeting with his Azeri counterpart ahead of the inauguration ceremony of Qiz Qalasi, the third dam jointly built by Iran and Azerbaijan on the Aras River. A helicopter in the convoy of the Iranian president was involved in "an accident" in East Azerbaijan province on May 19, state televsion reported, without specifying if the president was on board.

Iran presidential helicopter in 'accident', search underway — state media

'Hello, Love, Goodbye' director Cathy Garcia-Sampana is flanked by her actors Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards at the special announcement of their movie's sequel titled 'Hello, Love, Again' held on May 19, 2024 in ABS-CBN.

'Nangapa ulit kami': Alden Richards, Kathryn Bernardo share story behind 'Hello, Love, Again' teaser

By Kathleen A. Llemit

Pagcor issues 40 licenses to rebranded POGOs

By Rainier Allan Ronda

NSTC-ROTC bill approval pushed

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Yulo siblings stamp class in Asian joust

Yulo siblings stamp class in Asian joust

By Joey Villar | 9 hours ago

Carlos Yulo is back in collecting gold medals like picking apples from a tree.

Asian cycling body honors Tolentino

Asian cycling body honors Tolentino

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Mavericks rally to down Thunder

Mavericks rally to down Thunder

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CSB, Perpetual near coronation

CSB, Perpetual near coronation

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The NCAA volleyball dynasties of College of St. Benilde and University of Perpetual Help remained indomitable.

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With its sleek design, interactive displays, and knowledgeable personnel, the showroom promises premium first-hand experience of ergonomic solutions to its customers.

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Zobels sell remaining MWC holdings to Razon for P14.5-B

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Taiwan's President-elect Lai Ching-te (C) addresses supporters as he stands with his running mate Hsiao Bi-khim (R) during a rally outside the headquarters of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in Taipei on January 13, 2024, after Lai won the presidential election. Taiwan's ruling party candidate Lai Ching-te, branded a threat to peace by China, on January 13 won the island's presidential election, a vote watched closely from Beijing to Washington.

Taiwan swears in new president as China pressure grows

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Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards at the special movie announcement for 'Hello, Love, Again,' the sequel to their 2019 film 'Hello, Love, Goodbye,' held in ABS-CBN on May 19, 2024.

'Dreams do come true': Kathryn Bernardo, Alden Richards on reunion movie 'Hello, Love, Again'

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EJ Obiena with sport psychologist Dr. Sheryll Casuga in Los Angeles.

Obiena claims gold in LA Grand Prix

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Meralcoâ��s Chris Newsome in an aerial clash with Ginebra defender Sidney Onwubere in their game last night at the MOA Arena.

Bolts weather Christian storm

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Constantino out to keep romp in Philippine Masters

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Bianca Pagdanganan of the Philippines plays her shot from the 13th tee during the first round of the Cognizant Founders Cup at Upper Montclair Country Club on May 09, 2024 in Clifton, New Jersey.

Bianca charges back

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Comebacking Lim beats Arcilla for Balangay Open crown

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Filipino Olympic pole vaulter EJ Obiena bagged another gold medal after ruling the USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix in California on Saturday.

Obiena ‘must be perfect’

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Traditional jeepney drivers of transport group Manibela stage a protest against the public utility vehicle phaseout at a terminal in Nagtahan, Manila on May 6, 2024.

Protest continues vs crackdown on unconsolidated jeepneys

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â��Renewing the franchise of Meralco will show potential investors that capital-heavy investments can benefit from long-term stability here in the Philippines as it is safeguarded by the government,â�� Cagayan de Oro 2nd District Rep. Rufus Rodriguez, who chairs the House committee on constitutional amendments, said.

Lawmaker endorses renewal of Meralco legislative franchise

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The sunset exudes golden hues as seen from Skyway in Manila on May 5, 2024.

Despite rains, extreme heat seen in 36 areas today

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Senate sends ‘polite invitation’ to Chinese embassy officials

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President Marcos witnesses the signing of the alliance between the Partido Federal ng Pilipinas and the Nationalist Peopleâ��s Coalition, dubbed â��Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinasâ�� yesterday. Joining him are Ilocos Norte Rep. Sandro Marcos, Special Assistant to the President Antonio Lagdameo Jr., PFP president and South Cotabato Gov. Reynaldo Tamayo Jr., NPC chairman and former Senate president Vicente Sotto III, NPC stalwarts Rizal Rep. Michael John Duavit and Secretary Mark Llandro Mendoza, presidential adviser on legislative affairs.

‘PFP-NPC alliance not marriage of convenience’

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Based on the DAâ��s latest monitoring of Metro Manila markets, the retail price of chicken ranged between P170 and P230 per kilo.

Chicken prices up by P10 per kilo – DA

The retail price of chicken has increased by P10 per kilo as it is being sold for as high as P230 per kilo compared to the previous P220 per kilo, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).

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According to Marcos, streamlining and rationalizing the functional relationships of agencies with complimentary mandates is â��essential to fostering organizational coherence, efficiency and cooperation within the bureaucracy.â��

President Marcos transfers crop insurance corporation to DA

President Marcos has transferred the Philippine Crop Insurance Corp. (PCIC) from the Department of Finance (DOF) to the Department of Agriculture (DA) and has made changes to its composition as part of the government’s efforts to ensure food security and to promote the welfare of farmers.

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National Food Authority rice stocks.

NFA to import rice only as last recourse – DA

Allowing the National Food Authority to import rice is a last option for the government, an official of the Department of Agriculture said yesterday amid opposition from farmers’ groups to return the NFA’s power to source the staple outside the country.

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Senators laud creation of climate change panel

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he climate resilient agriculture steering committee is tasked with providing strategic direction in mobilizing DA resources to address climate change.

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