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Ombudsman grants over 1,600 SALN requests in a year

Ombudsman grants over 1,600 SALN requests in a year

By Ian Laqui | 1 day ago
In a statement on Wednesday, October 14, the Office of the Ombudsman said that it has granted 1655 SALN requests.
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Pulse: VP Sara ratings still higher than Marcos Jr’s

Pulse: VP Sara ratings still higher than Marcos Jr’s

By Janvic Mateo | 13 hours ago
Even with the ongoing impeachment trial against her, Vice President Sara Duterte continues to enjoy much higher trust and...
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Ex-DOF exec Magno eyes 2028 Senate seat

Ex-DOF exec Magno eyes 2028 Senate seat

By Aubrey Rose Inosante | 13 hours ago
Former finance undersecretary Cielo Magno has confirmed her bid for a Senate seat in the 2028 national elections, with health...
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NBI chief dares VP: File case over properties probe

NBI chief dares VP: File case over properties probe

By Mark Ernest Villeza | 13 hours ago
National Bureau of Investigation Director Melvin Matibag is challenging Vice President Sara Duterte to file a case if she...
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Amendments to ‘archaic’ anti-espionage law sought

By Mark Jayson Cayabyab | 13 hours ago
To strengthen the country’s defense against modern security threats, Senate President Pro Tempore Vicente Sotto III has pushed for the amendment of the country’s outdated anti-espionage law.
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Jalen Brunson (right) of the New York Knicks drives against Immanuel Quickley of the Toronto Raptors during the fourth quarter of a preseason game at the Madison Square Garden on October 15, 2026 in New York City.

Knicks buck shaky start, escape Raptors in last preseason gig

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Pangulong Bongbong Marcos noong Oct. 16, 2026 at Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan noong Jan. 26, 2026.

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Pangulong Bongbong Marcos noong Oct. 16, 2026 at Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan noong Jan. 26, 2026.

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Pangulong Bongbong Marcos noong Oct. 16, 2026 at Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan noong Jan. 26, 2026.

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Ate Gay with family and friends during her living funeral.

Ate Gay’s family, friends gather for comedian’s ‘living funeral’

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Kim Kardashian celebrating her 46th birthday in advance in the Philippines

Kim Kardashian marks 46th birthday early in the Philippines

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(From left) Celeste Cervania, managing director of Bosch Philippines, Stan Hug, managing director of Häfele Philippines Inc., Architect Jayson Rivera, business development manager for BSH, Bosch Philippines, and Chef Wado Siman of Wadough’s and Brutal
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Bosch Home Philippines redefines modern kitchens with Black Series 8 Cooking Range

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(From left) Celeste Cervania, managing director of Bosch Philippines, Stan Hug, managing director of Häfele Philippines Inc., Architect Jayson Rivera, business development manager for BSH, Bosch Philippines, and Chef Wado Siman of Wadough’s and Brutal

LRT-2 riders running late due to train delays can request certification

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The first customer to line up for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max at a mall in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, started waiting a day before the midnight launch on Thursday, October 15.

First in line: iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max launch draws midnight crowd

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The first customer to line up for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max at a mall in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, started waiting a day before the midnight launch on Thursday, October 15.

‘True legend’: Mon Confiado hailed for month-long immersion as fisherman

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The 117-year-old Qamile Marra holds a black and white photograph from her youth during an interview with AFP in the garden of her home in the village of Ferras, near Kucove, some 80 kilometers from the capital Tirana on October 3, 2026.

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The 117-year-old Qamile Marra holds a black and white photograph from her youth during an interview with AFP in the garden of her home in the village of Ferras, near Kucove, some 80 kilometers from the capital Tirana on October 3, 2026.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Groups promote early detection, patient support

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