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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. extended PhP100 million in Presidential assistance to the provincial governments of Sultan Kudarat and Cotabato on Friday

Marcos hands over P210-M aid to El Niño-hit Mindanao LGUs, provinces

By James Relativo

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. distributed millions worth of aid to local officials in a bid to help Mindaoan farmers and fisherfolks reeling from the effects of the devastating El Niño.

Photo shows William Lariosa, a labor organizer who was reportedly abducted in Quezon, Bukidnon

NGO to Marcos admin: Surface Mindanao labor organizer a month into abduction

By James Relativo

Fur-parents dress their doggies with hats and sunglasses while cooling off in inflatable pools at the paw park of a mall in Taytay, Rizal on April 21, 2024.

27 areas to reach dangerous heat index on May 11

By Kristine Daguno-Bersamina

Philippine military must evolve fast — Gibo

Mother's Day: Athlete-mom shares how she inspires kids through sports

By Kristofer Purnell

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Filipinos make me feel very Filipina — Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios

Filipinos make me feel very Filipina — Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios

By C. Mendez Legaspi | 1 day ago

After her emotional motorcade at the Mall of Asia on Sunday, May 5, Miss Unierse 202 Sheynnis Palacios was still feeling sentimental...

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Albayalde on ICC arrest: My conscience is clear

Albayalde on ICC arrest: My conscience is clear

By Emmanuel Tupas | 8 hours ago

Stressing that his conscience is clear, former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Oscar Albayalde said he is ready to...

Sofitel closes after 51 years, citing ‘safety issues’

Sofitel closes after 51 years, citing ‘safety issues’

By Ghio Ong | 4 hours ago

The 51-year-old Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila in Pasay City will close its doors starting July 1.

Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila to cease ops in July 2024

Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila to cease ops in July 2024

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Five-star-hotel by Manila Bay, Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila, is closing its doors to the public starting July.

'Don’t shoot the messenger': Cristy Fermin reacts to Kiko-Sharon Cyber Libel charges

'Don’t shoot the messenger': Cristy Fermin reacts to Kiko-Sharon Cyber Libel charges

By Kathleen A. Llemit | 20 hours ago

The controversial veteran showbiz columnist and now online show host reacted to the Cyber Libel cases filed against her by...

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She literally puts 'ma' in 'matibay.' 'Ma' and 'tibay' are inseparable, hand-in-hand they strengthen and build up the Batang Matibay.

WATCH: The important role of 'Ma' to a 'Batang Matibay'

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 10: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets reacts in front of Mike Conley #10 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the first quarter in Game Three of the Western Conference Second Round Playoffs at Target Center on May 10, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Nuggets, Pacers claw back in NBA conference semifinals

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A mother holds her baby born in a leap year at a maternity hospital in Manila on February 29, 2024.

Adequate nutrition enhances patient outcome

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Yuka Saso and Bianca Pagdanganan

Saso fights back with 69; Pagdanganan falls

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Members of the environmental activist group Extinction Rebellion hold an Earth Day rally on April 22, 2024 in Washington, DC.

US, China pledge joint methane action at climate talks

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The Avenue of Stars overlooking Hong Kong's Victoria Harbor

Visit Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, more Hong Kong stars along Avenue of Stars

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UST head coach Odjie Mamon

Originally seeking just finals stint, Golden Spikers now eye top prize

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The Shake Shack Crackle Burger and Fries

Fast food restaurant marks 5th year with sisig burger, fries

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This picture shows northern lights (Aurora Borealis) over the mountain at Utakleiv on March 3, 2024 in Lofoten Islands. A huge solar storm is heading for Earth, supercharging auroras and bringing possible disruptions to satellites and power grids as early as the evening of May 10, 2024, US officials say.

Powerful solar storm pummels Earth, threatening disruption

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Schauffele grabs four-stroke lead at PGA's storm-hit Wells Fargo

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NIDOÂ® 3+5+, the toddler-expert growing-up milk, celebrates all moms as #1Moms!

A tribute to all #1Moms whose love is more than words

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Displaced Palestinians arrive in a car carrying their belongings to set up shelter after returning to Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip on May 9, 2024, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas.

UN chief warns of 'epic disaster' as Israel tightens vice on Rafah

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 10: Andrew Nembhard #2 of the Indiana Pacers celebrates after making a three-point basket against the New York Knicks in the last minute of the fourth quarter in Game Three of the Eastern Conference Second Round Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 10, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Nembhard the hero as Pacers down Knicks to claw back in series

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US actress Zendaya accepts the award for Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series for "Euphoria" onstage during the 74th Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, on September 12, 2022.

Zendaya: a superstar, not a challenger

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Incredible, strong and inspiring moms Josephine Rivera, Michelle Arce and Ivy Domingo

Struggling as a working mom? These mamas run the office and household with grace and gratitude

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Former Miss USA titleholder Noelia Voigt

Miss USA pageant under scrutiny as two winners step down

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A man walks past a COVID-19-themed mural in Barangay Bagong Ilog, Pasig City on April 18, 2023.

Pandemic talks extended as deadline passes

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Quezon City Police District (QCPD) director Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan talks to QCPD members at the entrance of the University of the Philippines Diliman in Quezon City regarding their deployment for the ongoing transport strike of jeepney drivers and operators on April 29, 2024.

No need for loyalty checks among police, military – President Marcos

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Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac (left) and Overseas Workers Welfare Administration head Arnel Ignacio welcome the released Filipino seafarer and his wife at Terminal 3 of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport yesterday.

One of four Pinoy seafarers held by Iran freed

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Marks & Spencer makes summer hotter with fashion show in front Taal Volcano

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WATCH: Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios expresses appreciation to Filipinos

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Contiki launches first ever trip to the Philippines

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A chef’s laboratory

by: Chit U. Juan

We had the good fortune of trying Filipino ingredients as presented...

Christine S. Dayrit

SM celebrates the 2024 Paris Olympics

by: Christine S. Dayrit

“The past shapes us, belief empowers us."...

Choco Mucho, mucho gusto!

by: Doreen G. Yu

Sports is definitely not my strong suit (neither is singing, if...

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The quest for learning

by: Francis J. Kong

Economist Robert Gordon points out that, had you lived in 1870,...

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There is, it seems, more heat than earnestness in the discussion...

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SC rules: Red-tagging is threat to life, liberty

by: Satur C. Ocampo

For almost six years, red-tagging has been a major component of...

Mary Ann LL. Reyes

The answer to our woes

by: Mary Ann LL. Reyes

The recent weeks’ faltering energy supply has driven no less...

Arci Muñoz explains the reason behind her evolving looks

Call her Filipina Aegyo Queen!...

‘Dumaguete Doctrine’

by: Harry Roque

The gentle yet patriotic people of Dumaguete City have spoken,...

Joanne Rae M. Ramirez

Truths my mother told me

by: Joanne Rae M. Ramirez

My mother Sonia, at 85, is an effortless crowd drawer because...

Conversion, condemnation and rejectionist religion

by: Cito Beltran

This week has been a tough one for me in the “faith” department...

Marichu A. Villanueva

Wages and competition

by: Marichu A. Villanueva

Like any worker or professional, doctors too need protection from...

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This file photo taken April 13, 2022 shows the Supreme Court of the Philippines in Manila.

SC grants protection writ for ex-Bayan Muna solon, declares ‘red-tagging’ threatens life, liberty, security

In a 39-page decision dated July 4, 2023, the high court declared that associating red-tagging and guilt by association jeopardizes a person’s fundamental rights to life, liberty, or security, setting aside the ruling of the Iloilo Regional Trial Court (RTC) in dismissing the former lawmaker’s amparo petition.

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The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 1,698 out of 2,975 passed the Licensure Examination for Midwives given by the Board of Midwifery in N. C. R., Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Rosales, Tuguegarao and Zamboanga last April 2024.

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The Dinagyang Festival returns to Iloilo.

Iloilo overtakes Bacolod as most affordable Philippine tourist destination

Online travel agency Agoda found that in the Philippines, Iloilo is the most affordable tourist destination during the summer months of April and May.

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