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June 30, 2024

Año: Phl committed to dialogue, diplomacy despite China aggression

Despite hostilities by China toward Philippine forces in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), the Philippines will remain committed to promote peace and dialogue as it asserts sovereign rights over the region, National Security Adviser Eduardo Año said on Friday.

1 min

Ex-Cabinet man lobbied for illegal POGOS - Pagcor

A former Cabinet official facilitated the grant of gaming licenses to Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), according to the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp.

1 min

De Lima readying counter-charges vs persecutors

Former senator Leila de Lima is preparing to file counter-charges against those who \"politically persecuted\" her during the administration of former president Rodrigo Duterte.

1 min

Partido Federal forges alliance with Nat'l Unity Party

The Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP), chaired by President Marcos, forged an alliance with the National Unity Party (NUP) on Saturday, with the Chief Executive reiterating the coalition is more than just \"a marriage of convenience.\"

1 min

BBM needs more time to choose DepEd chief

Picking the next education secretary was harder than he thought, President Marcos said yesterday, so he is giving himself more time to find the \"right person\" for the job vacated last week by his Vice President.

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DOJ: Teves back in Phl by end-July

Expelled Negros Oriental congressman Arnolfo Teves Jr. is expected to return to the Philippines next month, according to the Department of Justice.

1 min

La Mesa Ecopark reopens, highlights biodiversity

After more than four months, the La Mesa Ecopark in Quezon City dubbed as Metro Manila's last green frontier-finally reopened to the public yesterday.

2 mins

Divorce bill unconstitutional, says ex-lawmaker

The House Bill (HB) 9349 or the Absolute Divorce Act recently approved by the House of Representatives may be violating the 1987 Constitution, former Buhay party-list representative Lito Atienza said yesterday as he warned senators against supporting the measure.

2 mins

Israel cites solidarity with Phli on 76th Independence Day

The embassy of Israel thanked President Marcos for his continued support as it celebrated its 76th Independence Day in Manila, highlighting the resiliency of the nation.

1 min

Penalties sought vs favoritism in LGU assistance programs

A party-list lawmaker has filed a bill that will penalize local government officials who practice favoritism in giving out cash, livelihood and relief assistance.

1 min

We know where Bantag is - DOJ

The government has tracked down the whereabouts of former Bureau of Corrections chief Gerald Bantag, but law enforcement authorities are taking precautions in arresting the wanted fugitive who earlier vowed he would rather die than end up in jail, an official of the Department of Justice (DOJ) said yesterday.

1 min

5 killed, 21 injured in Zambo firecracker storage explosion

A warehouse storing stocks of pyrotechnics and firecrackers accidentally exploded late yesterday, killing five people and injuring 21 others.

1 min

Highest emission logged at Kanlaon

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology recorded an elevated volcanic sulfur dioxide (SO2) gas emission from the crater of Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island on Friday.

2 mins

Biden-Trump debate draws over 51M TV viewers

Over 51 million TV viewers tuned in to watch Thursday's US presidential debate between Democratic US President Joe Biden and Republican rival, former president Donald Trump, according to final Nielsen data.

1 min

‘Russia should resume missile production'

Russia should resume the production of intermediate and shorter range nuclear-capable missiles and then consider where to deploy them after the United States brought similar missiles to Europe and Asia, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday.

1 min

Naruhito reconnects with River Thames in state visit

Before Emperor Naruhito of Japan hopped into a horse-drawn carriage with King Charles III, laid a wreath at Westminster Abbey or toured one of Britain's premier biomedical research institutes, he kicked off his trip to the United Kingdom by visiting a site that has special meaning for him: the Thames Barrier.

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Phl girls one win away from FIBA Asia elite group

Gilas Pilipinas women moved on the verge of promotion to Division A of the FIBA U18 Women's Asian Championship following a 71-47 rout of Samoa in the semifinals of Division B play at the Futian Sports Park in Shenzhen, China yesterday.

1 min

Aspirant Nelle trains with Alapag

Collegiate standout Evan Nelle is preparing the way for his dream stint in the PBA by training under league legend Jimmy Alapag in Sacramento.

1 min

Wholesale price growth slows in May PSA

Bulk prices of goods in the country in May posted its lowest growth in nearly three years with most commodity groups posting slower increases, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said.

2 mins

Analysts still divided on August rate cut

Economists are still divided on whether the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has room to start its widely anticipated policy easing cycle in August, as some argue that the Philippines is still not out of the woods.

2 mins

Pru Life UK launches latest insurance product

Pru Life UK has introduced PRULifetime Income - its latest traditional insurance product that provides a guaranteed five percent annual payout for life and 200 percent lifetime protection for the family.

1 min

Navigating the shift in the banking industry to promote sustainability

ING Philippines, like many financial institutions in the country, has been facing substantial hurdles as it strives to promote sustainability amid the global transition to a lowcarbon economy.

2 mins

GSIS, PLDT unit partner for IT disaster resilience

State-run pension fund Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has renewed its collaboration with the data center subsidiary of telco giant PLDT Inc. for better information technology disaster resilience.

1 min

Chie Filomeno happy with low-key’ relationship with Jake Cuenca

Chie Filomeno is \"happy\" with everything that is going with her career, love life, and family.

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