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Catholics urged not to keep ashes of loved ones at home ahead of Undas

Catholics urged not to keep ashes of loved ones at home ahead of Undas

By Cristina Chi | 1 day ago
A Catholic priest has denounced keeping cremated remains at home or sealing them inside necklaces and other jewelry as a desecration...
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Stricter transport safety, security checks sought

Stricter transport safety, security checks sought

By Helen Flores | 1 day ago
Senate committee on public services chairman Sen. Raffy Tulfo has urged agencies to ensure the safety of millions of people...
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VP camp rejects new cash suitcase allegations as ‘tanim witness,’ ‘propaganda’

By Alyana Uy | 1 day ago
Vice President Sara Duterte’s lawyer dismissed claims of a purported driver that he twice delivered suitcases of money to the vice president.
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Email mishaps rise anew for 2027 Michelin Guide PH honorees

Email mishaps rise anew for 2027 Michelin Guide PH honorees

By Kristofer Purnell | 9 hours ago
Email issues were not going to stop these Philippine restaurants from celebrating their Michelin Guide honors.
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By FIRST PERSON | By Alex Magno | 1 day ago
Members of the Senate sit as judges in the impeachment case involving the Vice President.
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Caitlin Simmers (above) and Yolanda Hopkins conquer the Siargao waves and arrange a quarterfinal showdown.

Simmers, Hopkins draw first blood at Cloud 9

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NLEX’s Robert Bolick dishes out a no-look pass to an open teammate at the wing against four Phoenix defenders.

NLEX into last four

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The Bulldogs erected an early 12-point lead and fended off multiple rallies by the Growling Tigers to jump to 7-3 and stay within striking distance of the pace-setting University of the Philippines (7-2).

Bulldogs boost twice-to-beat bid

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Philippines YOG campaign on

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NBA superstar LeBron James.

LeBron saves Sixers’ day

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Carl Jammes Martin, 27, has trained three months in Los Angeles and Las Vegas, preparing for the toughest test of his career. MP Promotions head Sean Gibbons said it’s a huge opportunity for Martin to showcase his wares. “Carl has to fight his fight and we’ll find out what he’s made of,†said Gibbons. “He’s got the skills to win and fight at this level. He’s superbly coming out and he feels good. It’s a big night for Carl.â€

Martin stakes all in Riyadh

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As title sponsor, AIA Philippines returns to the event with a shared commitment to inspiring more Filipinos to get moving and make healthier living part of their everyday lives. From first-time participants and families to seasoned runners, this year’s event offers distances for different ages and abilities, including the marathon, half marathon, AIA 10K, 5K and AIA 1K Kids.

AIA Rock ‘n’ Roll Manila returns

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This season, an unlikely team is on top of the standings. Memphis is the only remaining unbeaten club with a 5-0 record. The Grizzlies gun for their sixth straight win against Sacramento today.

Parity evident in NBA

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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on March 18, 2026.

Marcos: Honor departed loved ones through kindness

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Vice President Sara Duterte visited the Holy Cross Memorial Gardens in Tacloban City, where victims of Super Typhoon Yolanda are laid to rest, to offer prayers and pay her respects.

VP offers prayers for Yolanda victims

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People bring flowers to honor their departed loved ones at Manila South Cemetery on October 31, 2026, a day before All Saints’ Day.

Over 110,000 visit Manila cemeteries

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Individuals buy a P20 per kilo imported rice from Vietnam at a store in in Baseco, Tondo on January 24, 2026.

DA: 1 million Pinoys availed of P20 rice

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Tourists take souvenir photos at the Maligcong Rice Terraces in Bontoc, Mountain Province on Friday. The terraces were declared a National Cultural Treasure by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, in recognition of the centuries-old farming traditions and rich indigenous heritage of the Igorot communities.

Rice terraces declared National Treasure

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He also congratulated Abdulraof Macacua for being elected chief minister of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to lead the newly elected members of the 80-seat parliament.

Convening of BARMM parliament lauded

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Facade of the House of Representatives at the Batasan Complex in Quezon City.

House to comply with SC order on impeachment vote threshold

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The NWRB, PDRF and the city governments of Antipolo and Baguio hold a panel discussion on a project linking private sector expertise with national and local government water priorities.

PDRF to close gaps in Philippines water security

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The Bureau of Customs said the passenger arrived from Bangkok, Thailand carrying two pieces of luggage that contained food packages. When subjected to X-ray scanning, the BOC officers found suspicious images that led to a K9 inspection.

American, 62, nabbed for P17 million kush at NAIA

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According to Chin, the NPC is coordinating with the Department of Migrant Workers about the incident.

NPC probes data breach

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Sen. Panfilo Lacson on February 10, 2026.

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The Bureau of Customs said the passenger arrived from Bangkok, Thailand carrying two pieces of luggage that contained food packages. When subjected to X-ray scanning, the BOC officers found suspicious images that led to a K9 inspection.

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A person waves the "Straw Hats Jolly Roger's flag" from the One Piece Japanese manga series during a demonstration part of a nationwide day of strikes and protests as school and university students demand more funding for schools and support for housing in Rome on October 30, 2026.

Thousands of students, workers hold peaceful protests in Italy

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Imported rice and fertilizer are expected to cost more as the peso slumped to a record low of 64.17 per dollar on Oct. 27.

‘Weak peso to hike costs of imported farm goods’

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Caitlin Simmers (above) and Yolanda Hopkins conquer the Siargao waves and arrange a quarterfinal showdown.

Simmers, Hopkins draw first blood at Cloud 9

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The Theatre at Solaire is preparing to welcome the new year with three of the countryâ??s most compelling vocal performers, Concert King Martin Nievera (center), World Champion singer Jed Madela (right) and â??The Voice USAâ?? champion Sofronio Vasquez. The three form VOIC3S, a musical collaboration that brings together different generations, vocal sensibilities and performance styles. The concert promises an evening of musical surprises, playful banter, timeless favorites and the kind of spontaneous fun that makes live entertainment unforgettable.

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Chefs Gabriel "Gato" Ong (left) and Kevin Uy (right) hold their plaque that bears their One-star distinction that puts them in the list of Michelin Guide Philippines 2027. The unveiling of the 2027 list took place at the Grand Ballroom of Marriott Hotel in Pasay City on October 29, 2026.

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GCash reminds users to stay vigilant vs scams this All Saints Day

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