Rice imports brought in before region feels worst of El Niño
Government imports rice ahead of El Niño to prevent harvest failures and surging food prices this year.
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Poll: Philippine inflation likely quickened to 7.6% in Oct.
Inflation likely hit record 7.6% in October, raising prices for fuel, electricity, and food families need.
Economy
BusinessWorld Online
P459B worth of DPWH projects awarded to dubious contractors --COA
Audit reveals P459 billion in public works may go to unqualified contractors, threatening project quality.
Government
GMA News Online
Closer scrutiny needed over questionable insertions in House-approved 2027 budget
Lawmakers find congressional budget additions lack documentation, prompting calls for tighter spending oversight.
Government
BusinessWorld Online
Bohol accident: Boy, 13, killed after being hit by 14-year-old driver
Child killed by teenage driver raises concerns about underage drivers
Breaking
Cebu Daily News
Japan weighs $500-billion defense spending plan, sources say
Japan's planned defense budget surge affects regional military balance in South China Sea.
World
BusinessWorld Online
BI nabs alleged JP Dragon crime syndicate leader in Cabanatuan
Japanese fugitive leading transnational JP Dragon crime syndicate arrested in Cabanatuan.
Breaking
GMA News Online
US ambassador affirms 'ironclad' PH ties after controversial ASEAN defense talks
Reassures Filipinos of continued US support amid rising China tensions
World
philstar.com
Bohol: Boy, 15, admits killing his mother with hammer
Teenager in Bohol admitted to killing his mother with a hammer over family argument
Breaking
Cebu Daily News
Gasoline prices set to rise by P3.50 per liter on Nov. 3
Fuel price hike of P3.50 per liter directly impacts transportation costs and inflation
Economy
Cebu Daily News
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Eran warns against aid fixers after NBI arrest
NBI arrests man who posed as government aide to collect money from families seeking aid
Public safety
Cebu Daily News
Van collides head-on with 2 motorcycles in Cebu town: 2 dead, 2 hurt
Head-on van collision in Cebu killed two and injured two, raising road safety concerns
Breaking
Cebu Daily News
ASEAN Summit: Makati bans flying of drones for whole November
Makati bans all drones in November as security measure for the ASEAN Summit
Government
philstar.com
China says Gibo gave Beijing less than five working days’ notice for ASEAN defense talks
China's complaint reveals tensions over defense diplomacy in Southeast Asia.
World
philstar.com
Prosecution expects VP impeachment trial to end by November
Concluding the impeachment trial by month-end would resolve months of political uncertainty over the VP.
Government
Cebu Daily News
Foreigner arrested at NAIA with P17-M high-grade marijuana
Large drug seizure at airport shows border security preventing narcotics entry.
Public safety
PTV News
PNP conducts operation vs Bantag at Ifugao poultry farm
Fugitive former prison chief evades capture, highlighting law enforcement challenges.
Breaking
GMA News Online
Pork tariff hike seen to stoke inflation
Higher pork tariffs will raise prices for a staple protein in household budgets.
Economy
philstar.com
Philippines welcomes US MRF-SEA deployment
Sixth US Marine deployment rotation signals continued regional defense partnership amid tensions
Government
philstar.com
Up to 2 tropical cyclones expected this month
November weather advisory warns residents to prepare for potential tropical cyclone threats
Public safety
philstar.com
3 fires hit Cebu on All Saints’ Day
Multiple fires across Cebu during Kalag-Kalag require emergency response and evacuations
Breaking
Cebu Daily News
'Danger' level heat index in at least 11 places on Nov. 1, 2026
Dangerous heat levels reached 11 locations, posing heat-stress risks to Filipinos.
Public safety
GMA News Online
Philippine firms’ outlook turns less upbeat in September
Softening business confidence reflects ongoing economic challenges despite holiday season expectations
Economy
BusinessWorld Online
Philippines slips to 61st in economic freedom ranking
Country drops in global economic freedom ranking, indicating declining competitiveness and policy concerns
Economy
BusinessWorld Online
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