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House quad lawmakers file bill banning POGOs

Lawmakers belonging to the House of Representatives' quad committee have filed a bill seeking to institutionalize a nationwide ban on all forms of offshore gaming operations in the country.

DepEd inks deal for enhanced video-based learning

The Department of Education (DepEd) has renewed its partnership with the Knowledge Channel Foundation Inc. (KCFI) for developing curriculum-based video lessons.

Bill classifying EJK as 'heinous crime' filed in House

A bill seeking to classify extrajudicial killing (EJK) as a heinous crime has been filed by members of the House of Representatives' quad committee.

Intramuros again in the running as top tourist attraction

The public is urged to cast votes for Intramuros to win the World's Leading Tourist Attraction award for the second time in the World Travel Awards 2024.

BBM on friendship with Sara: Maybe I was deceived

President Marcos admitted yesterday that he may have been deceived, when asked by Philippine journalists here to comment on Vice President Sara Duterte's claim that they were never friends.

US slams China's 'increasingly dangerous' moves

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken yesterday raised a warning over China's \"increasingly dangerous\" and \"unlawful actions\" in the South and East China Seas that he said were threatening peace and stability in the region.

Japan anti-nuclear movement wins Nobel Peace Prize

The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded yesterday to the Japanese anti-nuclear group Nihon Hidankyo, a grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, also known as Hibakusha.

Kerwin claims Bato forced De Lima's implication in drugs

Bato: I'll punch that liar in the face

Quad comm orders arrest of Roque wife

The House of Representatives' quad committee has cited in contempt and ordered the arrest of the wife of former presidential spokesman Harry Roque for continuously snubbing its hearings on Philippine offshore gaming operations (POGOs).

POGO kingpin falls in Laguna – PAOCC

After an extensive eight-month surveillance, a Chinese national tagged as the kingpin or \"boss of bosses\" of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) in the country was arrested in Biñan, Laguna Thursday night along with 12 other Chinese and their Filipino cohorts.

TROPA, GIN KINGS NOT RESTING EASY

If drawing first blood against a tough opponent was hard, making it two in a row is doubly tougher.

More than 3 M without power as hurricane slams Florida - Causes deaths, flooding

TAMPA (AP) – Hurricane Milton’s destruction across central Florida has left more than three million homes and businesses without power, according to the website PowerOutages.us.

CHED to develop roadmap to boost Phl HEI ranking

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is currently developing a “national strategy” that would chart the roadmap for improving the performance of the country’s universities and colleges, also referred to as higher education institutions (HEIs) in global rankings.

Forest Lake leads the way as Philippine's premier memorial park developer

For nearly three decades, Forest Lake has remained steadfast as the country's leading memorial park developer, driven by its commitment to compassionate care, innovative services, and a customer-first approach. With 37 operational parks across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the company continues to pioneer the deathcare industry.

OFWs turn to affordable homes for family stability and future security

AS OFWS CONTINUE TO FIND WAYS TO MAKE THEIR SACRIFICES ABROAD WORTHWHILE, PURCHASING AFFORDABLE PROPERTIES STANDS AS ONE OF THE MOST SIGNIFICANT AND REWARDING INVESTMENTS THEY CAN MAKE FOR THEMSELVES AND THEIR FAMILIES.

VICTOR CONSUNJI DEVELOPMENT CORP. ACQUIRES PRIME LOTS FROM STA. LUCIA LAND

In a strategic move that highlights its commitment to luxury residential development, Victor Consunji Development Corp. (VCDC) recently secured 80,290 square meters of prime land from Sta. Lucia Land, one of the country's top developers. This acquisition is part of Sta. Lucia's latest high-end offering, Acropolis Loyola, located in the northern suburbs of Metro Manila.

Aboitiz InfraCapital and House of Investments to expand TARI Estate in Central Luzon

Artist's rendering of TARI Estate in Tarlac, an expansive 200-hectare development expected to generate 60,000 jobs.

DHSUD celebrates National Shelter Month 2024

The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) kicked off its week-long housing fair at the DHSUD Central office in Quezon City, marking the start of National Shelter Month 2024 (NSM 2024). The event, running from October 7 to 11, is part of DHSUD's efforts to bring together its key shelter agencies (KSAs) and private sector partners to promote accessible housing and sustainable communities.

MEGAWORLD HOTELS & RESORTS CERTIFIED AS GREAT PLACE TO WORK

Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR), the largest hotel operator in the Philippines with 8,500 room keys across the country, has once again been recognized for its well-rounded workplace culture by earning the highly coveted 2024 Great Place To Work Certification.

Golden MV Holdings, All-Star Properties partner for world-class sports hub in Villar City

Golden MV Holdings' Villar City will soon be home to a state-of-the-art sports facility, designed to empower local talent and champion Philippine sports.

UAP's Road to Success: The National Conference of Architects 2024

Come October 17-19, 2024 in the beautiful and booming City of Davao, the architects of the Philippines will descend upon this land of waling-waling and durian for the National Conference of Architects (NCA) 2024 of the United Architects of the Philippines.

Understanding Risk 2024: Tradition, Innovation, Resilience

Not too long ago, Japan issued its first-ever alert on a possible megaquake of over Magnitude 9 along the Nankai Trough. While the alert did not mean that the quake will actually happen, it brought to light the urgent need for its government and citizenry to be prepared for the coming of a major one.

VISTA LAND, SHAPING THE FUTURE OF MEGACITIES IN CAVITE

Zentria in Silang is designed to blend residential and commercial spaces seamlessly, offering a live-work-play environment for residents seeking a balanced urban lifestyle.

Live office demand up by 27 percent- LPC

Data from Leechiu Property Consultants (LPC) shows that a significant increase in live demand by 27 percent has been observed from 457,000 square meters (sqm) in the previous quarter to 581,000 sqm.

SHOWBIZ PERSONALITIES SEEK ELECTIVE POSTS IN MAY 2025 POLLS

MOST OF THE LOCAL celebrities and showbiz personalities are seeking reelection while some are trying their hands at politics for the first time in the upcoming May 2025 midterm polls.

MEET THE POP QUEENS OF 'SIX'

On the heels of \"Miss Saigon's\" success, GMG Productions launched their newest musical offering, \"SIX,\" at Solaire last Wednesday.

Kim De Leon: From singing off-key to hitting the right notes

Aside from essaying roles, Sparkle GMA artist Kim De Leon also gets the chance to explore his knack for singing under the label GMA Playlist.

' Chloe & I want to get married next year' - Carlos Yulo

Carlos Yulo is the quintessential poster boy for the small-but-terrible saying. At 4'9\", his \"official height,\" he towers like a giant in gymnastics. His double-gold medal haul at Paris Olympics proves that the David in him has a slingshot that can slay the intimidating gymnastics' floor exercise and vault.

'Strolling Home' at Vetted: Walking is good for the art

While still a painting major at the University of the Philippines' College of Fine Arts, Vien Valencia could not afford the materials required for his projects. So he scoured junk yards, and picked up objects from his surroundings, including those he found while walking home to Marikina from UP whenever he didn't have money for his fare.

The overseas student survivor's complex

The Philippines and its problems are the heritage I choose: something indescribably broken but indescribably mine.