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Manila urged to resist 'foreign pressure' amid crackdown on Chinese-linked steel firms

Manila urged to resist 'foreign pressure' amid crackdown on Chinese-linked steel firms

By Cristina Chi | 1 day ago
The think tank urged continued probes of Chinese-linked steel plants nationwide.
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Sara’s finance officers can go to jail ahead

By GOTCHA | By Jarius Bondoc | 13 hours ago
VP Sara Duterte publicly declared to be atheist.
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Detained, at large, on leave senators decline salaries

Detained, at large, on leave senators decline salaries

By Marc Jayson Cayabyab | 13 hours ago
Senators who are detained, at large or on leave have declined to receive their salaries since missing their on-site duties,...
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Prosecution not keen on presenting Lachica as witness

Prosecution not keen on presenting Lachica as witness

By Daphne Galvez | 13 hours ago
The House prosecution panel no longer sees the need to call to the witness stand Col. Raymund Lachica, saying it has already...
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Loren Legarda facing 'serious' illness, has waived salary — SP Gatchalian

Loren Legarda facing 'serious' illness, has waived salary — SP Gatchalian

By Cristina Chi | 21 hours ago
Sen. Loren Legarda, who has not shown up at the Senate since late July, is dealing with a "serious illness" and...
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Packed weekend sparks Philippines chess

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SM Seaside Cebu Arena lights up the Cebu skyline, marking a new chapter in the city’s growing entertainment and lifestyle landscape.
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SM Seaside Cebu Arena ignites the rise of Cebu’s new lifestyle and entertainment district

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Powered by Filipino standouts Patrick "PatMen" Mendoza and Xavier "xavi8k" Juan, Global Esports secured a spot at the VCT Pacific Stage 2 finals weekend in Busan after defeating KIWOOM DRX (KRX), 2-1, before sweeping Varrel, 2-0, in the upper bracket playoffs.

Global Esports advances to Busan after playoff wins over KRX, Varrel

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Powered by Filipino standouts Patrick "PatMen" Mendoza and Xavier "xavi8k" Juan, Global Esports secured a spot at the VCT Pacific Stage 2 finals weekend in Busan after defeating KIWOOM DRX (KRX), 2-1, before sweeping Varrel, 2-0, in the upper bracket playoffs.

China rushes to minimise risk from lakes formed by glacier debris near Nepal border

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'Avengers: Endgame' returns to Philippine cinemas ahead of 'Doomsday'

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The Levi’s® brand says keep it loose with new campaign featuring Rosé, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

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Motorists and pedestrians are drenched during a heavy downpour in Quezon City as the habagat continues to batter in Metro Manila and neighboring provinces with strong winds and heavy rainfall on Aug. 8, 2026.

Red rainfall warning up over Zambales, Bataan; NCR under yellow alert

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Global girl group Katseye

Katseye's Megan sprains ankle, cancels performance at Olivia Rodrigo's all-women fest

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Ilang araw na pag-ulan ang maaaring maranasan sa Luzon habang patuloy na pinalalakas ng habagat ang pag-ulan sa bansa.

PANOORIN: Habagat magdadala ng malalakas na ulan sa Luzon

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SB19 tapped as ambassador by the Department of Tourism.

SB19 to headline Acer Day 2026 concert at Araneta Coliseum

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'Find your own room': Japan says can't handle added Asian Games numbers

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The event will feature five race categories – 3K, 5K, 10K, 21K and the centerpiece 30K.

PRU POP Run slated Aug. 30 at Ayala Triangle Gardens

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Filipino filmmaker Zig Dulay

Zig Dulay entry leads CinePanalo's 1st Panorama Shorts program

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Composite photo of Filipino-Americans H.E.R. and Januel Mercado promoting their movie "Forgotten Island" on August 25, 2026 in Taguig

H.E.R, Januel Mercado find familiar Filipino details in 'Forgotten Island'

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G.V. Florida Transport Inc. elevates passenger experience through strategic connectivity partnership with Converge

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The signing ceremony, held at KABAN Sports Bar, was attended by executives from both parties, represented by KABAN's General Manager, Sherwinne Cabalang, and Insignia’s President, Peter Delantar.

Kaban Hotel and Casino Boracay anchor Station 0 entertainment with Insignia Presents Partnership

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Philippine Sports Commission Chairman Patrick Gregorio set the tone of the summit by unveiling a series of projects designed to elevate the province’s sporting landscape.

Oriental Mindoro charts bold course in sports, youth development with PSC

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Philippine Sports Commission Chairman Patrick Gregorio set the tone of the summit by unveiling a series of projects designed to elevate the province’s sporting landscape.

Philippine Peso weakens to record low; Asian FX mixed

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Fresh Philippines introduces Rose Vegan PDRN skincare with DERMLAB+

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As Eala begins this new chapter with Panasonic, the two look forward to bringing this shared idea of excellence into more everyday stories and experiences, showing how the right support makes the biggest difference
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Alex Eala for Panasonic: Bringing excellence closer to home

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