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Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.speaks during the â��Intentional Equity in Sustainabilityâ�� conversation at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Week in San Francisco, California, on November 15, 2023. The APEC Summit takes place through November 17.

Marcos says Philippines 'undeterred' by China's actions in WPS

By Gaea Katreena Cabico

Marcos stressed that China’s “illegal presence in our waters and dangerous actions against our citizens is an outright and blatant violation of international law and the rules-based international order.”

Gift-bearing boat reaches Lawak Island — Christmas convoy organizer

By Gaea Katreena Cabico

Teachers and parents finalize classroom preparations in Malanday Elementary School in Marikina City, a week before the school year 2022-2023 officially starts on Aug. 22, 2022.

Behind Philippines' poor PISA performance: Worst long-term absenteeism in the world

By Cristina Chi

Senate probe sought on Quiboloy church's alleged sexual abuse of children

Fuel prices take a dive ahead of Simbang Gabi

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Rajo Laurel restores Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan's wedding dress for daughter Ella

Rajo Laurel restores Maricel Laxa-Pangilinan's wedding dress for daughter Ella

By Kristofer Purnell | 2 days ago

Ella Pangilinan, daughter of Maricel Laxa and Anthony Pangilinan, wed Enrique Lhuillier-Miranda wearing a revival of Maricel's...

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US calls on China to stop 'dangerous' conduct in West Philippine Sea

US calls on China to stop 'dangerous' conduct in West Philippine Sea

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The United States called Sunday for Beijing to halt its "dangerous and destabilizing" actions in the disputed South China...

Senate to ratify 2024 national budget today

Senate to ratify 2024 national budget today

By Cecille Suerte Felipe | 13 hours ago

The Senate is set to ratify today the proposed P5.768-trillion national budget for 2024, according to Senate President Juan...

Philippine ship damaged in Chinese water cannon attack

Philippine ship damaged in Chinese water cannon attack

By Evelyn Macairan | 13 hours ago

A boat commissioned to bring supplies to troops manning a grounded vessel at Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea suffered...

‘Send Chinese ambassador back to China’

‘Send Chinese ambassador back to China’

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Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri yesterday urged President Marcos to send Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian back home following...

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Robert Bolick (8) is now with the NLEX Road Warriors.

PBA okays 3-team deal sending NorthPort's Bolick to NLEX

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Kapuso stars Heart Evangelista and Marian Rivera

Marian Rivera, Heart Evangelista spotted together at Felipe Gozon's event

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Executives from the Palawan Group of Companies and Flash Express at the partnership contract signing

Palawan Group of Companies, Flash Express partnership for riders, couriers and staff

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Over 240 golfers vie in Southwoods Chairman’s Charity Cup

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Eric Jed Olivarez (center) holds his trophies after winning the menâ��s Open singles and doubles titles in the Rep. Edwin Olivarez Cup at the Olivarez Sports Center. With him are (from left) Mayor Eric Olivarez, OSC manager Edna Olivarez-Nguyen, chairwoman Eva Olivarez and Rep. Edwin Olivarez.

Olivarez dominates Verdad for tennis title win at home

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Composite image shows talent manager Annabelle Rama (right) and showbiz couple Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati (left).

Annabelle Rama urges fans to decode 'Devil Woman' in 'Gone Girl'

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Composite image shows talent manager Annabelle Rama (right) and showbiz couple Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati (left).

Philippines eyes constitutional amendments to ease economic restrictions

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GCash president and CEO Martha Sazon joins a panel discussion talking about, â��Building Unicorns: An ASEAN Success Storyâ�� at the Insights stage of SFF 2023. Sheâ��s joined by Ernest Cu, the President and CEO of one of the Philippinesâ�� biggest telecom companies, Globe Group. The panel is moderated by Ryan Huang, Assistant Finance Editor and Senior Producer and Presenter at Singaporeâ��s MONEY FM 89.3.

Philippines’ GCash banners success story at Singapore FinTech Festival 2023

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People visit the venue housing the United Nations climate summit in Dubai on December 10, 2023.

UN climate talks home in on fossil fuel deal

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Zeus Collins and Pauline Redondo

Zeus Collins, non-showbiz girlfriend Pauline Redondo exchange vows

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â��Tis the season of joy and celebration. And to ensure that your holidays are worry-free, Metrobank reminds customers to be vigilant of investment scams as you receive your Christmas bonus this December.

Protect yourself from holiday investment scams

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â��Tis the season of joy and celebration. And to ensure that your holidays are worry-free, Metrobank reminds customers to be vigilant of investment scams as you receive your Christmas bonus this December.

‘Mas matimbang’: Bulacan priest praises Kathryn Bernardo, tackles Kathniel breakup in Holy Mass

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In his new role, Brillo brings extensive experience having worked with local and international brands across diverse sectors, including technology, lifestyle, beauty, fashion, motoring, FMCG, F&B and properties.

BrandComm Asia names Zot Brillo as managing partner

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From December 4 to 15, you can be one of nine winners nationwide of exciting major prizes daily, which include the latest gadgets and GCash credits. Exclusive vouchers from select merchants and Alipay+ Rewards are also up for grabs.

Lahat ay merry this 2023: How to win prizes from 12 days of GCash giveaway

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AP.Bren secured its slot in the upper bracket semifinals after defeating Cambodian champion See You Soon, 3-1.

Philippine teams post mixed results in M5 KO stages

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Janella Salvador and Piolo Pascual in a motorcade in Batangas

Piolo Pascual, Janella Salvador spark excitement in Batangas with 'Mallari' motorcade, fancon

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LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers lifts the trophy after the team's 123-109 victory over the Indiana Pacers to win the championship game of the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament at T-Mobile Arena on December 09, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Lakers ready to get back to business after historic NBA Cup win

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Palestinians wounded during Israeli bombardment arrive at Nasser hospital in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip on December 4, 2023, amid continuing battles between Israel and the militant group Hamas. Israel has expanded its ground war on Hamas into the south of Gaza, witnesses said on December 4, despite global concern over mounting civilian deaths and fears the conflict will spread elsewhere in the Middle East.

WHO urges immediate aid for Gaza

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Makabayan to question VP’s P125 million CIF before Supreme Court

Another petition questioning the constitutionality of the P125-million confidential funds received by the Office of Vice President (OVP) Sara Duterte in 2022 will be filed at the Supreme Court (SC) on Monday.

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Not surprising at all, Vice President Sara Duterte early this week assailed the agreement between the government and the National Democratic Front of the Philippines to return to peace negotiations.

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True to form, Vice President Sara Duterte did not mince words in voicing her strong opposition to the resumption of peace talks between the Philippine government and the CPP-NPA-NDFP. A peace accord with the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) is a pact with the devil, she cautioned the Marcos administration.

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Latest data from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) showed that the adjusted program for the year had been set at P5.537 trillion as of end-November.

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