‘Rosal’ weakens into typhoon, changes direction as it nears PAR exit
Typhoon Rosal weakens and changes direction as it exits PAR, easing immediate threat.
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NBI probes foreigners’ fraudulent acquisition of Filipino citizenship papers
NBI investigates criminal ring of foreigners fraudulently obtaining Filipino citizenship documents nationwide.
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Traders hold pig holiday to protest imports
Hog traders halt sales in three-day protest against pork imports pressuring domestic prices and rural livelihoods.
Economy
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Makabayan Bloc urges recall of 2027 appropriations bill
Makabayan Bloc seeks recall of 2027 budget bill, citing unconstitutional provisions in House General Appropriations Act.
Government
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China weaponizing commodities, people amid territorial row, says Teodoro
Defense Secretary warns China weaponizes commodities and people against Philippines in territorial dispute.
World
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VinFast to build EV Plant in the Philippines
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Economy
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Pinoy Discord user lands on FBI’s ‘Most Wanted’ list over alleged child exploitation
Awareness of online child exploitation crimes helps Filipino parents protect their children.
Breaking
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PAGASA: 12 areas to experience drought in November amid El Niño
PAGASA warns 12 areas will face drought in November amid persistent El Niño.
Public safety
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1 Filipino dead after drone attack on oil field — Saudi Arabia
Overseas Filipino worker killed in regional conflict, raising urgent safety concerns for Filipinos working abroad.
World
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Philippine central bank hikes key rate by 50 bps amid inflation woes
Central bank raises rates for first time in nearly four years, raising borrowing costs and mortgage rates amid persistent inflation.
Economy
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Nuke-free movement opposes BNPP rehabilitation, cites safety and economic concerns
Advocates raise safety and economic concerns as government pursues nuclear plant rehabilitation.
Government
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Philippines exploring deeper cooperation with Taiwan to protect undersea cables
Philippines advances undersea cable security partnerships with Taiwan, strengthening infrastructure protection despite diplomatic constraints.
World
GMA News Online
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Joperson Trazo faces ‘Filipino slayer’ in Thailand title fight
Trazo's inaugural major title fight abroad marks an important step for Filipino boxing on the international stage.
Sports
Cebu Daily News
MMDA, LGUs ready traffic plans, suspend road works for Undas, ASEAN
Suspended road works during Undas and ASEAN Summit helps prevent traffic congestion affecting millions of travelers.
Public safety
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Witness: Cash deliveries to Zaldy Co could reach over P1 billion
Witness reveals P1 billion in alleged bribes to former appropriations chief in corruption trial.
Government
GMA News Online
DMW: Funds sufficient for OFWs amid attacks in Saudi, protests in France
Remittances from OFWs face disruption from Houthi attacks and foreign crises.
World
Cebu Daily News
Comelec delists Bayan, 49 other party-list groups
The election commission removes 50 party-list groups including major left-wing parties from voting.
Government
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Online sale of fake PWD IDs flagged
Fraudulent disability ID cards sold online could be used to access government benefits for PWDs.
Public safety
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Reckless decisions on China row must be avoided – Palace
The Palace warns against reckless moves as tensions escalate with China's embassy.
World
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ICC prosecutor updates trial brief vs Duterte
The ICC's updated brief advances crimes-against-humanity charges against former President Duterte.
Government
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Senate vows to strictly guard 2027 GAA
The Senate pledges strict oversight of the 2027 budget after the Supreme Court voided past budgets.
Government
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‘Up to $100 million investment pledges secured for agriculture’
New $100M agriculture investment commitment supports food security and jobs.
Economy
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DOE denies Semirara coal auction bias
Government coal auction under bias scrutiny affects energy policy credibility.
Government
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Supreme Court starts e-notarization nationwide
Nationwide e-notarization eliminates travel and time barriers for document authentication across the country.
Government
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ASEAN declaration aims for safe, fair recruitment of migrant workers --DMW
ASEAN declaration protects millions of overseas Filipinos from online recruitment fraud and trafficking.
World
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Senate to immediately execute suspension orders vs Estrada, Marcoleta -- Win Gatchalian
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Government
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