Comelec seeks bigger budget for 2027 as it prepares for 2028 elections
Speaking at a House budget hearing, Comelec Chairman George Garcia says P9.12 billion was cut from the poll body's…
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Purple harvest: Safeguarding the future of the ube industry
As demand for ube surges worldwide, Leyte farmers call for laws that may help stop raw ube from being sold abroad
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[Walang Pasok] Class suspensions, Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Here is a list of areas where classes are suspended for Wednesday, September 2, 2026, due to the effects of the…
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‘No irregularity’ in use of AFP certification for DepEd confi funds liquidation – defense
'The certification was also issued for what legal, whatever legal purpose it may serve,' defense lead counsel Sheila…
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OpenAI denies Apple trade secret theft allegations, blames iPhone maker for its ‘own mess’
OpenAI says Apple 'cannot use its own sloppy procedures to blame others for its own mess'
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Pilandok now a tropical storm; heavy rain in 4 areas due to southwest monsoon
The southwest monsoon is bringing moderate to heavy rain to Batanes, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, and Zambales. Haze due…
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FACT CHECK: Post uses AI-generated news report to falsely claim Duterte is back in PH
Former president Rodrigo Duterte remains detained; he was not released from detention to attend his daughter’s…
Read at source →Flood in San Simon, Pampanga causes heavy traffic in NLEX
Victory Liner says some trips on Monday, August 31, took as long as 11 hours to Dagupan, 14 hours to San Fernando,…
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FACT CHECK: No reports confirm Legarda, Leviste applied for asylum in France
The Office of the Ombudsman mentioned the possibility of the two lawmakers seeking asylum overseas, but did not confirm…
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EMB: Haze may affect parts of Philippines until September 3
The Environment and Management Bureau says this is because of smoke "still being transported by the prevailing…
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BARMM polls: Who are the bets for Lanao del Sur’s 9 seats?
Over two dozen members of political dynasties, Islamic scholars, lawmakers, and youth leaders are competing for Lanao…
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What to expect in DepEd’s updated nationwide active shooter drill
The rescheduled nationwide drill follows talks with medical groups to ensure that protocols align with ‘child-centered,…
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Leandro Leviste sells another P3 billion in SPNEC shares as solar controversies mount
The sale comes as Leviste faces plunder and graft complaints before the Ombudsman alongside his mother, Senator Loren…
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How the Romualdezes held their political grip on Leyte for generations
The flood control scandal has put Martin Romualdez under scrutiny. But the Romualdez dynasty’s grip on the province…
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‘Cookie-cutter’ no more? SM Nuvali to open November 27 with 1-hectare indoor garden
With cooling technology inspired by Singapore's Gardens by the Bay, SM's 91st mall is a break from what SM Supermalls…
Read at source →‘Nabudol ang AFP’: Prosecution accuses Sara Duterte-led DepEd of misrepresentation
The prosecution team calls on COA to revisit its earlier decision that cleared DepEd of allegations it misused P75…
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US Settlement requires Meta to check young users’ ages. How will that work?
Here is a look at what Meta said it will do to ensure that users are as old as they say they are, and some of the legal…
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[ANALYSIS] What does ‘at least nearly proficient’ mean in Philippine education?
The Philippine Development Plan 2023–2028 says proficiency. The National Education and Workforce Development Plan…
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Nepal rescuers reach remote areas, electricity restored nearly a week after devastating floods
About 600 people remain stuck in several devastated hydropower stations that have become the focus of rescue efforts,…
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Sony, Warner Music sue Anthropic over songs used in AI training
Sony and Warner say Anthropic pirated hundreds of song lyrics and sheet music from The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Michael…
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[Vantage Point] What’s left for the Philippines’ Left?
The revolution has become a war of attrition against history itself
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ChatGPT, Reddit, Roblox to adhere to EU’s ‘very large platform’ rules
ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox have four months to comply with additional obligations following their designation
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Marcos wants P4.58-B confidential funds for 2027 — almost half of proposed OP budget
Observing the long-held tradition of parliamentary courtesy, the House appropriations committee approves the proposed…
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Archaeological dig challenges story of 1903 battle in Lanao del Sur
The findings prompt a reevaluation of the accepted narrative surrounding the Battle of Kota Kalawi, raising questions…
Read at source →Philippine history quiz: Do you know which heroes used these aliases?
The Anti-Alias Law is in place to guide Filipinos on the proper use of aliases
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Alex Eala battles untested American qualifier to begin US Open
Eyeing a deep run in the last major of the year, Alex Eala launches her US Open campaign against American qualifier…
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Fuel prices roll back after 2 weeks of hikes
It's welcome news after motorists suffered through a rough August with pump prices swinging sharply due to the…
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Southwest monsoon still affecting Luzon, Western Visayas
Tropical Depression Pilandok has no direct effect on the country. Meanwhile, no more areas are experiencing heavy to…
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[Rear View] Is stupid the new Dutertismo?
Stupidity, in the context of the Duterte impeachment trial, is a conscious act. Arrogance can do that.
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No fairytale ending, but Messi leaves defining legacy for Argentina
Lionel Messi expresses deep emotions about leaving the national team, reflecting on his journey and the pride of…
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Colonel Raymund Lachica: The ‘missing link,’ and the trial’s wildcard
Can the prosecution navigate the unpredictability of Lachica's testimony? Will the defense risk giving the opposing…
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DPWH halts Laguna de Bay reclamation in Taguig | The wRap
Today’s headlines: Reclamation project, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., EJ Obiena
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This Filipino couple has one of the biggest private collections of Yayoi Kusama’s art
(1st UPDATE) Lito and Kim Camacho have over 100 works of the late Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama in various…
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Fact Check wRap: Fake quotes and false claims this August
Watch this video by researcher-writer Lourence Marcellana to separate truth from fiction
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[Pitik Bulag] National Press Freedom Day, in cartoons
National Press Freedom Day (August 30) serves as a reminder of the vital role journalism plays in safeguarding truth…
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Nearly a year after Tindig Bulacan, sectoral groups march again vs corruption, reclamation
Protesters demand action a year after a flood corruption scandal put a spotlight on Bulacan
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