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Sara Duterte’s popularity myth

By VIRTUAL REALITY | By Tony Lopez | 23 hours ago
One of the myths about Vice President Sara Zimmerman Duterte is that she is a cinch for the presidency in May 2028.
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Palace to Bato: Surrender to avoid bloodshed
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Palace to Bato: Surrender to avoid bloodshed

By Cristina Chi | 1 day ago
Malacañang has urged fugitive Sen. Bato dela Rosa to give himself up to avert possible bloodshed, a day after Interior...
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Senate vows to strictly guard 2027 GAA

Senate vows to strictly guard 2027 GAA

By Neil Jayson Servallos | 23 hours ago
Following a landmark Supreme Court decision declaring the 2024, 2025 and parts of the 2026 national budgets unconstitutional,...
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Pinoys split on Sara’s impeachment – OCTA

Pinoys split on Sara’s impeachment – OCTA

By Janvic Mateo | 23 hours ago
 Although some Filipinos have already taken a stand on the ongoing impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte,...
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Bridges to corruption

By EYES WIDE OPEN | By Iris Gonzales | 23 hours ago
It’s been more than a year since the flood control corruption scandal rattled the country, spooked investors and nearly paralyzed the economy.
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The three Philippine Coast Guard personnel were traveling together in a vehicle to their station in Cotabato City when gunmen ambushed them before fleeing on getaway motorcycles.

2 Coast Guard personnel killed in ambush in Cotabato City

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Local officials and investigators from the Bureau of Fire Protection are expected to release a report within the week on the cause of a fire that destroyed classrooms and the library of a historic Catholic school in Mapun, Tawi-Tawi, on Oct. 21, 2026.

Historic Tawi-Tawi Catholic school razed by fire

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Philippines Alexandra Eala hits a return against Russia's Tatiana Prozorova during the WTA Singapore Open Tennis round 16 in Singapore on September 24, 2026.

Eala falls vs Schnaider, exits Ningbo Open

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The Joyee S04, S08, and N09 will officially debut in Manila, bringing a new, all-scenario family mobility experience to Filipinos.
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Fawcar Joyee launches S04, S08 and N09 electric vehicle models in Manila

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In this undated photo shows former Senate President Franklin Drilon.

Drilon welcomes SC ruling on unprogrammed appropriations

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In this undated photo shows former Senate President Franklin Drilon.

Cebu archbishop warns of values crisis, urges conscience formation

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The commander of the Philippine Army, Lt. Gen. Donald Gumiran (middle) led the traditional military leadership transition rite in the 6th Infantry on October 22, 2026.

6th ID in Central Mindanao gets new commander

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PYCL Commissioner John Regison Talusan said the second season will focus on raising the level of competition while giving Filipino players opportunities to learn from their international counterparts.

Season 2 of Pickle Yard Conference League slated Oct. 24

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Si Philippine Olympic Committee president Abraham ‘Bambol’ Tolentino kasama ang mga officials at national sports association heads at ang mga medalists sa Aichi-Nagoya 20th Asian Games.

Latest iPhones para sa Nagoya Asiad medalists

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As AI's fast-advancing capabilities fuel concern over the increased risk of cyberattacks, here are some questions and answers about the situation.

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As AI's fast-advancing capabilities fuel concern over the increased risk of cyberattacks, here are some questions and answers about the situation.

Pinoy Discord user lands on FBI’s ‘Most Wanted’ list over alleged child exploitation

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Through its partnerships, Tala champions true financial inclusion by providing customers access to flexible and convenient online credit, while helping shape an inclusive and dignified digital finance system for the global majority.
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How Tala’s strategic partnerships are expanding financial access for Filipinos

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"John Wick" star Keanu Reeves is in talks to star with Don Lee in James Wan's remake of the 2019 Korean movie "The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil."

Keanu Reeves in talks to star opposite Don Lee in James Wan remake

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PANOORIN: Castro, hinikayat ang pag-iipon ng tubig sa gitna ng Rosal

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(From left) Dax Lucas, moderator; Atty. Benedicto R. Bacani, executive director of the Institute for Autonomy and Governance; Dr. Zul Qarneyn M. Abas, deputy minister of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao Ministry of Health; Cebu Gov. Pamela S. Baricuatro; Naga City Mayor Maria Leonor “Leni†G. Robredo; Dr. Janine Patricia G. Robredo, research specialist at Ariadne Labs, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; Iloilo Gov. Arthur R. Defensor Jr.; and Batanes Gov. Ronald P. Aguto Jr., during the first panel discussion of the 1st UNILAB Foundation Executive Symposium.
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LGUs take center stage in push for universal healthcare

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Actress, host and content creator Gabbi Garcia was officially revealed as Cetaphil’s newest brand ambassador.
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Redefining anti-aging: Cetaphil unveils a gentle alternative to retinol

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Global Esports among teams exiting VCT Pacific as Riot unveils partner organizations for 2027

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Bring home the latest iPhone with Home Credit's Double-Zero and trade-in financing for as low as P137 per day for up to 24 months to pay.

Home Credit makes the latest iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max more accessible with Double-Zero and trade-in offers

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