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PCG exec's dismissal over Yolanda procurement lowered to suspension

The Supreme Court (SC) has downgraded the dismissal from service imposed on an official of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) accused of violating the rules of procurement for Yolanda relief programs.

Phl warned of debris as China launches rocket

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) has warned of possible rocket debris falling from the sky and into the waters off the Philippine Rise and Panay Island in Catanduanes due to a rocket launched from China yesterday morning.

2 women die in motorcycle crash

Two women on a motorcycle died after they crashed into a road divider along Lacson Avenue in Sampaloc, Manila yesterday.

DMW: 900 OFWs repatriated monthly

An average of 900 distressed overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are returning home every month, the Department of Migrant Workers reported yesterday.

7 PDEA agents in kidnap of Chinese face raps

Seven agents of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) are facing charges after they were accused of kidnapping a Chinese executive of an information technology firm in Pasay.

3 Chinese, 4 Pinoys held for abduction, robbery

Police apprehended three Chinese nationals and four Filipinos who allegedly kidnapped and robbed three foreigners in Parañaque City on Monday.

Gov't urged: Prioritize flood control master plan

Sen. Bong Go has urged the government to prioritize the development of a flood control master plan amid heavy rains brought by Tropical Storm Enteng and the enhanced southwest monsoon.

Rigged? Probe sought on P1.6-B DepEd laptop bid

After being grilled last Monday by a House panel on its proposed budget for next year, the Department of Education (DepEd) may now have to brace for an investigation on alleged “rigged bidding” for laptops and other electronic devices when the department was still headed by Vice President Sara Duterte.

Alice Guo asks court to junk quo warranto petition

Dismissed Bamban mayor Alice Guo has asked a Manila court to dismiss the quo warranto petition lodged against her by the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG).

P16-M aid given to Enteng victims

The government has provided more than P16 million worth of assistance to nearly 304,000 people affected by Tropical Storm Enteng, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said yesterday.

NDRRMC: 10 dead from landslides, extreme flooding

At least 10 people have been reported dead due to weather-related causes as Tropical Storm Enteng continued to bring heavy rains to various areas in Luzon and the Visayas, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said yesterday.

Quiboloy ready to face US extradition process

Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, who is being hunted by the Philippine National Police PNP) on charges of rape and human trafficking, is ready to face the extradition process, his lawyer Israelito Torreon said yesterday.

Show of force: 203 China vessels spotted in WPS

Chinese naval and civilian vessels in the West Philippine Sea made their biggest show of force this year, reaching 203 in the past seven days as against the 163 monitored the previous week, the Philippine Navy said yesterday.

Gauff ousted; Zheng wins past 2 a.m.

Coco Gauff joined Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz on the US Open scrap-heap Sunday as the defending champion crashed out to Emma Navarro in a blizzard of mistakes as China’s Zheng Qinwen won a record-setting 2:15 a.m. finish.

MOTION DENIED, PLDT FIGHTS ON

” The PLDT High Speed Hitters made this vow after their protest concerning an alleged net touch in the most critical moment of their semifinal loss to Akari at the MOA Arena Thursday was junked by the PVL Sunday night.

Packworks wins global award for empowering grassroot entrepreneurs

Packworks, a Filipino startup that provides a business-to-business (B2B) open platform to sari-sari stores, recently bagged the Bronze Stevie Award as \"Company of the Year - Computer Software - Medium-size\" category at the 21st Annual International Business Awards.

Ayala unit charting course as premier hotel company

Ayala Land Inc. (ALI)’s hospitality arm is charting a course to become a premier hotel company under the leadership of president and CEO George Aquino.

SEC eyes incentives for firms complying with requirements

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is looking at incentives to entice corporations to comply with reportorial requirements.

Manufacturing growth holds steady in August

Manufacturing activity expanded at a steady pace in August despite weak demand for products in international markets, according to S&P Global.

The legacy of Hans Sy in retail transformation

In the fast-paced world of retail, adaptation isn’t just a strategy but a foundation of success. Few exemplify this better than Hans Sy, the visionary force behind SM Prime Holdings. His profound insights into consumer behavior and retail evolution are reshaping the industry’s landscape.

Market gets boost from lower inflation

Positive cues from Wall Street coupled with expectations of lower inflation in August boosted investor sentiment during the first trading day of September.

DA ready to sell rice at P40 per kilo

The Department of Agriculture (DA) said it may sell rice at P40 per kilogram if prevailing retail market prices soften as soon as more imported rice slapped with lower tariff rate arrives in the country in the coming months.

Raw sugar output seen dropping to 25-year low

The country’s raw sugar production could fall below 1.8 million metric tons MT) in the new crop year, the lowest level in 25 years, after farms reeled from the effects of El Nino, resulting in stunted growth of sugarcanes.

Gawilan reaches freestyle final in Paris

Filipino tanker Ernie Gawilan lived up to his promise as he barged into the men’s 400-meter freestyle S7 final with a strong swim in the heats of the 17th Paralympics at the Paris La Defense Arena.

UK maritime agencies report attacks off Yemen's coast

Two unknown projectiles hit a merchant vessel some 70 nautical miles northwest of Yemen’s port of Saleef, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said yesterday.

Massive protests hit Israel

JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Massive protests swept Israel on Sunday following the death of six hostages in Gaza as frustration mounted over the failure of the country's leadership to secure a ceasefire deal that would free Israeli captives.

Oil siphoning from Terra Nova stopped due to Enteng

Rough sea conditions due to Tropical Storm Enteng prompted the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to stop the oil siphoning operations on the sunken motor tanker Terra Nova yesterday.

2 cops, lawyer killed in Tagaytay 'shootout'

CAMP VICENTE LIM, Laguna Two police officers and a lawyer were killed in an alleged shootout reportedly over a land dispute in Tagaytay, Cavite on Sunday afternoon.

LTO summons 'mayor' for EDSA busway violation

A motorist who introduced himself as a mayor of Bulacan has been summoned by the Land Transportation Office LTO) for using the EDSA bus lane and attempting to run over a traffic enforcer.

PNP mobilizes Enteng response units

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has activated key response clusters as Tropical Storm Enteng brought heavy rains in Metro Manila.