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Palace: DOH ‘closely monitoring’ plague concerns in Russia
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Palace: DOH ‘closely monitoring’ plague concerns in Russia

By Renalyn Ramirez | 23 hours ago
The plague concerns came following the death of a laboratory technician in Russia who was working at a plague research i...
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Senate ratifies SOVFA with France

Senate ratifies SOVFA with France

By Marc Jayson Cayabyab | 6 hours ago
Senators passed a resolution yesterday ratifying the country’s Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) with France,...
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VP no-show at NBI

VP no-show at NBI

By Mark Ernest Villeza | 6 hours ago
Vice President Sara Duterte did not appear at the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) headquarters yesterday to personally...
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Marcos quizzed on corruption by global investors

Marcos quizzed on corruption by global investors

By Alexis Romero | 6 hours ago
Before a forum attended by global business leaders, President Marcos found himself quizzed on the corruption issues plaguing...
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Eala climbs to No.13 seed in Wuhan Open

Eala climbs to No.13 seed in Wuhan Open

By John Bryan Ulanday | 6 hours ago
Alex Eala is projected to climb in the seedings of the Wuhan Open next week following the withdrawal of several top players...
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Brianna Turner (left) and Kierstan Bell (right) of the Las Vegas Aces look on as A'ja Wilson of the Aces listens to a prerecorded message from former US Vice President Kamala Harris informing Wilson that she is the recipient of the 2026 WNBA MVP award, her third consecutive and fifth career trophy, after a team walkthrough at the Michelob Ultra Arena on October 8, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Wilson captured her previous MVP awards in the 2020, 2022, 2024, and 2025 seasons.

Aces star Wilson wins record-extending fifth WNBA MVP

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Zamboanga Sibugay raids cited in push for border security systems upgrade

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From left: LENTE president Noel Ferrer, vice president Nathalie Tomada, secretary Robert Requintina, treasurer Marinel Cruz, committee head Allan Policarpio, auditor Gerry Olea and committee heads Gorgy Rula and Allan Diones during an oath-taking ceremony. They are joined by fellow journos and TV personalities Atom Araullo, Karmina Constantino and Kim Atienza.

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Luis Manzano has built a successful showbiz career of his own while openly embracing the influence of his famous parents, Vilma Santos-Recto and Edu Manzano.

Luis Manzano on mom Vilma Santos’ non-inclusion in National Artist list

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Actor-comedian Michael V., also known as Bitoy, relishes his stint as the guest host of the game show ‘Family Feud.’ It’s a breather from his weekend gag and sitcom shows. He considers it an unexpected blessing for this year, fulfilling a dream to present the popular show, which is very close to Pinoys’ heart.

‘Family Feud’ an unexpected blessing for Michael V.

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Presented by Live Nation Philippines, Be:First’s Manila showcase was in support of their newly-released EP, ‘Watch Me.’

J-pop boy group Be:First showcases dance prowess musical range in Manila

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Manila South Cemetery officer-in-charge John Mark Mendez shows the MSC grave finder system that allows users to log in and locate the graves of deceased relatives. The system is equipped with an emergency button that allows emergency responders to quickly help people in need of assistance.

DOTr to build new busways in C5, Quezon Ave, Ortigas

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Families and caretakers clean graves at the Manila North Cemetery yesterday, days before the observance of Undas.

Manila North, South cemeteries gear up for Undas

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This shows a general view of the skyline of Manila.

Manila retains trillion-peso city economy

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Undated file photo shows the exterior of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

Man jumps over NAIA fence to meet returning OFW wife

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TNVS Community Philippines chairman Walter Lugay disputed the claim that the prescribed P15-per-kilometer pickup fare had been implemented, saying the amount reflected for drivers was fixed at P15, regardless of the actual pickup distance.

TNVS drivers question fare, commission claims

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NCMH medical center chief Dr. Noel Reyes said that as part of the activities for the National Mental Health Week, school tours aimed at improving the country’s mental health literacy will be held in learning institutions.

School caravans for mental health start next week

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A worker inspects rain catchers at the Rafael Palma Elementary School in San Andres, Manila yesterday. Using rainwater catch- ment facilities is one of the government’s key strategies to combat severe drought and water shortages caused by El Niño.

UN: El Niño will intensify, then peak in December

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Photo taken yesterday shows the proposed site of the Pax Silica AI industrial hub in New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac.

Marcos: Philippines ‘terribly excited’ about Pax Silica

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ASEAN members and China signed a non legally binding Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea in 2002 to prevent untoward incidents at sea. More than 24 years have passed and yet no legally binding rules have been completed. The 2002 declaration did not prevent tense encounters triggered by China’s aggressive acts in the South China Sea, including the shadowing and ramming of Philippine ships and the use of water cannons.

Marcos optimistic on binding SCS code of conduct

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“Demolishing these classrooms would not be automatic once they turn 50 years old. We would assess the actual condition of these classrooms. If these old classrooms are still stable, we would extend their useful life,†Education Secretary Sonny Angara said yesterday.

DepEd to evaluate aging classrooms

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One of the primary drivers of the increase was food and non-alcoholic beverages, wherein inflation accelerated to 6.7 percent from 4.6 percent the previous month, the PSA said.

Stronger protection vs inflation sought

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DOJ: Leviste not yet a fugitive from justice

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Preliminary data from the BSP showed gross international reserves (GIR) declined by 4.6 percent to $100 billion as of end-September from $104.85 billion as of end-August.

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Brianna Turner (left) and Kierstan Bell (right) of the Las Vegas Aces look on as A'ja Wilson of the Aces listens to a prerecorded message from former US Vice President Kamala Harris informing Wilson that she is the recipient of the 2026 WNBA MVP award, her third consecutive and fifth career trophy, after a team walkthrough at the Michelob Ultra Arena on October 8, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Wilson captured her previous MVP awards in the 2020, 2022, 2024, and 2025 seasons.

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From left: LENTE president Noel Ferrer, vice president Nathalie Tomada, secretary Robert Requintina, treasurer Marinel Cruz, committee head Allan Policarpio, auditor Gerry Olea and committee heads Gorgy Rula and Allan Diones during an oath-taking ceremony. They are joined by fellow journos and TV personalities Atom Araullo, Karmina Constantino and Kim Atienza.

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In the Philippines, Nanbantei opened its first branch on Polaris Street in Makati in 1998. It later transferred to Greenbelt 3 in 2002 to reach a wider market and now in BGC.

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