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New borrowings push debt to record P15.9 T

The country's outstanding debt hit a fresh high of P15.89 trillion as of end-September following the net availment of new external and domestic obligations, according to the Bureau of the Treasury.

Power distributors urged to allow staggered payments

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is urging distribution utilities (DUs) to allow the staggered collection of payments for power bills from October to December to provide temporary relief to typhoon victims.

Constantino claims OOM honors

With four titles and a season earnings of P730,500, Harmie Constantino narrowly beat Sarah Ababa (P695,583) for the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour Order of Merit in 2024.

Seething rivalry

The raging rivalry between TNT's Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and Barangay Ginebra's Justin Brownlee is the underlying dramatic story behind the PBA Governors' Cup Finals now moving to Game Three at the Smart Araneta Coliseum tomorrow.

Asics RNR: Race, fun, party

The ASICS Rock 'n' Roll Series Manila promises more than just a race—it's a celebration of fitness, music and community.

Lady Bulldogs gain quarters 'bonus'

Reigning champion National U salvaged the last twice-to-beat quarterfinal incentive with a 25-14, 25-20, 25-17 win over University of the East at the close of the Shakey's Super League Collegiate Pre-Season Championship second round yesterday at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.

Falcons disarm Warriors

Adamson got a shot in the arm with a gutsy 45-37 win over University of the East to stay in the thick of the Final Four race in the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball yesterday at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Loyzaga throws hat in POC elections

It will be cycling's Abraham Tolentino and baseball's Chito Loyzaga for the Philippine Olympic Committee presidency in elections set Nov. 29.

EAC knocking on Final 4 door

Emilio Aguinaldo College stayed on track towards a dream Final Four appearance as it stunned Letran, 68-58, yesterday in NCAA Season 100 at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.

Volpe sparks key run as Yankees avoid WS sweep

Fifteen years after little Anthony Volpe watched the Yankees parade with the World Series trophy, he saved their season and kept alive hopes for an improbable title.

RHJ, TROPA ROLL TO TWO-NIL LEAD

As anticipated, Barangay Ginebra let loose a powerful counter-strike. Defending champion TNT was more than ready for it, though.

Release of new single featuring Liam Payne postponed

LONDON (AFP) - The release of a new single featuring Liam Payne (in photo), the former One Direction singer who died earlier this month after falling from his Buenos Aires hotel room, has been postponed, a collaborator said on Tuesday.

Canada alleges India ordered campaign targeting Sikhs

A Canadian official alleged Tuesday that Indian Home Minister Amit Shah ordered a campaign of violence, intimidation and intelligence-gathering targeting Sikh separatists inside Canada.

Putin launches nuke drills simulating retaliatory strikes

MOSCOW (AP) - Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday launched a massive exercise of the country's nuclear forces featuring missile launches in a simulation of a retaliatory strike, as he continued to flex the country's nuclear muscle amid spiraling tensions with the West over Ukraine.

US calls Israeli strike in Gaza 'horrifying'

The United States on Tuesday voiced concern about a \"horrifying\" Israeli strike in Gaza that killed a large number of children and said it was asking its ally for answers.

Harris: Trump wants unchecked power

Harris survey lead narrows, 44% to Trump's 43%

Kristine death toll increases to 145

The number of fatalities from Severe Tropical Storm Kristine has increased to 145, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council.

13 Chinese nabbed for illegal mining in E. Samar

Thirteen Chinese nationals allegedly involved in illegal mining activities in Guiuan, Eastern Samar were arrested yesterday morning.

6 charged for kidnap of American citizen

ZAMBOANGA CITY - Police have filed charges against six suspects tagged in the kidnapping of an American national in Sibuco, Zamboanga del Norte.

OCD: Maximize hazard maps

Local government units should maximize their use of geohazard maps for improved disaster management, according to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD).

2 charged over alleged Sandro Muhlach rape

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has indicted two independent contractors Jojo Nones and Richard Cruz over the alleged rape of actor Sandro Muhlach.

Roads near Manila cemeteries closed

Some roads near public cemeteries in Manila have been closed as the country observes All Saints' and All Souls' Days.

Marcos, FL visit INC's Manalo on his 69th birthday

President Marcos and First Lady Liza Marcos visited on Tuesday Iglesia ni Cristo executive minister Eduardo Manalo, who is celebrating his 69th birthday today.

85 nabbed in scam hub raid

Eighty-five people, including 69 foreigners, were rounded up when police raided an alleged online scam hub in Malate, Manila on Tuesday night.

P178.5-M smuggled mackerel seized at MICP

At least 567 metric tons of smuggled mackerel from China valued at P178.5 million were confiscated by the Department of Agriculture and Bureau of Customs, DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel announced yesterday.

Plain words in a plain suit

There were no frills.

Duterte 2.0

Former president Rodrigo Roa Duterte spent almost 10 hours seated before the Senate Blue Ribbon subcommittee hearing on the \"Philippine war\" on illegal drugs, Monday, Oct. 28, 2024.

Australia-Philippines development cooperation - a true partnership

Mabuhay! For over 50 years, the development partnership between Australia and the Philippines has stood the test of time, and it’s now reaching new heights.

Essays by F. Sionil Jose

At the outset of writing this column, I would like to make a public confession – that F. Sionil Jose has always been my favorite fiction writer.

Tragedy

A Shakespearean tragedy pales in comparison to Philippine society's real-life drama unfolding right before our eyes.