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Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo in this May 7, 2024 photo

Marcos: All Tarlac politicians don't know Alice Guo

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said that no single politician from Tarlac knows Bamban Mayor Alice Guo and that the government has been investigating her for some time over her alleged dubious records.

Former president Rodrigo Duterte and former Philippine National Police chief Ronald dela Rosa attend the funeral mass of Archbishop Emeritus Fernando Capalla at San Pedro Cathedral in Davao City on Jan. 15, 2024.

House panel won't invite Rodrigo Duterte to EJK probe

By Cristina Chi

Jeepney drivers at a terminal in Nagtahan cease their operations, leaving stranded passengers along Agoncillo Street in Malate, Manila during the first day of the implementation of fining jeepneys without consolidated stickers on May 16, 2024

'Massacre of livelihood': Impounding, P50K fine on unconsolidated jeeps begin

By James Relativo

Taguig court convicts child rights defender Sally Ujano for rebellion

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Gov't, Lopez companies team up to protect Verde Island Passage

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Mutya ng Pilipinas finalist crowned Miss USA 2023

Mutya ng Pilipinas finalist crowned Miss USA 2023

By Jan Milo Severo | 2 days ago

Former Mutya ng Pilipinas candidate Savannah Gankiewicz has been crowned as the new Miss USA 2023 after Noelia Voigt relinquished...

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Miss Universe Philippines 2024 announces preliminary competition

Miss Universe Philippines 2024 announces preliminary competition

By Earl D.C. Bracamonte | 13 hours ago

The Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) Organization announced that the date of its preliminary competition will happen this...

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Civilian convoy won't proceed to China-held reef — Atin Ito

Civilian convoy won't proceed to China-held reef — Atin Ito

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A convoy of boats carrying Philippine civilians bearing supplies for Filipino fishers has abandoned plans to sail closer to...

House panel considering monthly pension for retired Olympians

House panel considering monthly pension for retired Olympians

By Cristina Chi | 1 day ago

The House youth and sports committee on Wednesday considered a legislation that would provide retired Filipino olympians with...

'At least naalala niya': Vice Ganda quips on 'Showtime' contestant's birth certificate

'At least naalala niya': Vice Ganda quips on 'Showtime' contestant's birth certificate

By Jan Milo Severo | 8 hours ago

Vice Ganda showed that he keeps updated with the news and social issues in the country as seen in recent episodes of "It's...

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Photographs provided by the PNP-Cordillera Regional Drug Enforcement Unit shows the two big-time shabu dealers from the National Capital Region caught in Baguio City.

Big-time shabu suppliers from NCR caught in Baguio sting

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The biggest surprise of the second night was when Jericho was joined by a fan on stage. As they walked through the aisle, the actor kissed the fans on the lips that drew cheers and jealousy from the crowd.

Jericho Rosales kisses fan on stage: Sarah G, Bamboo, Ely Buendia rock Bicol Loco Fest

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Satellite image ng Trece Martires, Cavite

Babaeng 'naningil ng P50k' na utang nakitang patay sa loob ng icebox

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Video edit showing print ads featuring Maja Salvador amuses netizens

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Shabu peddler Guiamlod Angkolan Osama, entrapped in Barangay Salimbao in Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Norte on Wednesday, is now detained, and will be prosecuted for violation of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

P1.4-M worth of shabu seized in 2 anti-narco stings in BARMM

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This photo shows a picture of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.

BSP’s monetary board retains policy rate at 6.5%

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Niki sets 2 Manila shows in February 2025

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Ominta ‘Farhana’ Romato-Maute, mother of wanted Maute founders Omar and Abdullah, is seen in detention following her arrest in Masiu, Lanao del Sur.

Taguig court convicts Maute matriarch for financing terrorists

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Ominta ‘Farhana’ Romato-Maute, mother of wanted Maute founders Omar and Abdullah, is seen in detention following her arrest in Masiu, Lanao del Sur.

‘Are you on OnlyFans?’: R’Bonney Gabriel shares encounter while in BGC

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Ominta ‘Farhana’ Romato-Maute, mother of wanted Maute founders Omar and Abdullah, is seen in detention following her arrest in Masiu, Lanao del Sur.

Meta restores Facebook posts by Malaysian media on PM Anwar’s meeting with Hamas

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'Worst few days of my life': Sophie Turner opens up about Joe Jonas split

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Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo in this May 7, 2024 photo

OSG forms team to ‘look’ into Bamban Mayor Guo's case

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Four more titles await beauty queen hopefuls after the coronation of the new Miss Universe Philippines 2024 on May 22, 2024.

4 more titles to be appointed after Miss Universe Philippines 2024 coronation

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Four more titles await beauty queen hopefuls after the coronation of the new Miss Universe Philippines 2024 on May 22, 2024.

Philippine group calls civilian mission in South China Sea a ‘major victory’

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2 suspects in separate multiple rape cases arrested in Zamboanga City

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Philippines extends zero tariff policy on electric vehicles, parts until 2028

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Once title-less in the menâ��s division, the Bulldogs had the biggest haul in a stellar ascend with six now, including a four-peat and counting as the rising Lady Bulldogs just clinched their second mint in the past three seasons for a four-crown harvest now.

Once volleyball paupers, NU takes pride in having the sport’s best program in Philippines

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UST head coach Kung Fu Reyes

Golden Tigresses proud to have stood their ground vs Lady Bulldogs

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Jericho Rosales kisses fan on stage: Sarah G, Bamboo, Ely Buendia rock Bicol Loco Fest

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‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ stars also shocked at finale

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First date? ‘SnoRene’ Maris Racal, Anthony Jennings share advice

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A chat with US defense officials

by: Iris Gonzales

One evening in San Francisco recently, as the weather was biting...

The Filipino comfort food

by: Elfren S. Cruz

Food is an integral part of any people’s culture....

Friendship Day 2024: Honoring the past, celebrating our shared future

Every year, the Australian embassy hosts activities in a different...

Fake witness, fake mayor, fake rice sufficiency

Two Senate committees, on dangerous drugs and on women, are wasting...

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Balance in synergies: Ensuring effective public-private partnership

by: Joe Zaldarriaga

Partnerships between the government and the private sector have...

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Dominic Rubio's function in art

by: Pepper Teehankee

Casa Juan expands its Filipino homeware line with a limited-edition...

A doctor with a heart

Dr. Benjamin S.A. Campomanes, Jr. is the president of St. Luke’s...

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Tit for tat

by: Ana Marie Pamintuan

Sen. Ronald dela Rosa, the first national police chief under Rodrigo...

‘Dr. Stranger’

by: Cito Beltran

More than 50 percent of consumer products in all Filipino homes...

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The Spanish golden visa

by: Andrew J. Masigan

During the meeting of the Council of Ministers last month, the...

Bamban mayor’s amazing election /Bidder protests Comelec ‘partiality’

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Senators suspect Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo of Chinese n...

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Suspect in photojournalist’s ambush caught in Quezon City

A suspect in the ambush of photojournalist Rene Joshua Abiad in June 2023 in Quezon City, who was arrested last year for illegal possession of a firearm, is back in police custody.

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House panel considering monthly pension for retired Olympians

The House youth and sports committee on Wednesday considered a legislation that would provide retired Filipino olympians with a lifetime monthly pension of at least P15,000 — an amount that a lawmaker said would honor the athletes’ lifetime of “perseverance and sacrifice.”

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This photo shows Lourdes Estella-Simbulan, also known as Chit Estella.

Quezon City court convicts bus drivers over death of journalist

After 13 years, two bus drivers involved in the accident that killed journalist and professor Lourdes “Chit” Estella-Simbulan were convicted by a Quezon City court.

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Floorball takes center stage as Philippines hosts men's Asia-Oceania qualifiers

The fast-paced and fast-growing sport of floorball will be in full display when the Philippines hosts the Men’s Floorball Championships Asia-Oceania Qualifiers from May 21-25 at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City.

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Shopwise bike fest enjoys full Imus backing

Shopwise bike fest enjoys full Imus backing

The Shopwise Bike Fest will kick off on Sunday, May 19, at the Vermosa Sports Hub in Imus City, Cavite with full support from the host city and venue, promising a seamless experience dedicated to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.

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