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Mary Jane coming home, says BBM

After more than a decade of diplomatic efforts spanning three administrations, Mary Jane Veloso is finally \"coming home,\" where she will continue to serve her prison term in accordance with a landmark arrangement with Jakarta, President Marcos announced on Wednesday.

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5 mins  |
November 21, 2024
The Philippine Star

Over 10 M Filipinas lack access to family planning - DOH

Over 10 million Filipino women nationwide still have no access to family planning and face the risk of unwanted pregnancy, according to the Department of Health (DOH).

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2 mins  |
November 21, 2024
The Philippine Star

'POGOS now using resorts, restaurants as fronts'

Resorts and restaurants are becoming the \"biggest disguise\" of some Philippine offshore gaming operators as these establishments are used by POGOs as fronts for crime, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said yesterday.

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3 mins  |
November 21, 2024
The Philippine Star

DILG chief, CSC chair get CA confirmation

The Commission on Appointments (CA) yesterday approved the ad interim appointment of Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla and Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Marilyn Barua-Yap.

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2 mins  |
November 21, 2024
The Philippine Star

Austin: US troops deployed to Task Force Ayungin

Vice President Sara Duterte's chief of staff was cited in contempt last night when she finally faced the House of Representatives, and will be detained in the chamber until Nov. 25.

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November 21, 2024
The Philippine Star

Sara's chief of staff detained for contempt

Vice President Sara Duterte's chief of staff was cited in contempt last night when she finally faced the House of Representatives, and will be detained in the chamber until Nov. 25.

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November 21, 2024
David Young turns heartbreak stories into debut single
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David Young turns heartbreak stories into debut single

For any songwriter, both newbie and an established one, a composition begins with toying with an idea and following its lead. Once the rhythm to create music has been set, the tune-smith can complete such a task in days or even weeks.

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November 20, 2024
KATHRYN AND ALDEN PROVE LOVE FINDS A WAY IN 'HELLO, LOVE, AGAIN'
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KATHRYN AND ALDEN PROVE LOVE FINDS A WAY IN 'HELLO, LOVE, AGAIN'

IN \"HELLO, LOVE, AGAIN,\" THE LOVE STORY OF JOY AND Ethan — portrayed by Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards — once again brings kilig and tears while also offering valuable lessons to moviegoers.

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November 20, 2024
Belle Mariano grateful to work with Disney for 'Moana 2' theme song
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Belle Mariano grateful to work with Disney for 'Moana 2' theme song

Kapamilya star Belle Mariano was handpicked to reinterpret in Filipino the song Beyond from Disney's animated film ''Moana 2.\"

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November 20, 2024
Gwen Stefani's Bouquet is a romantic return to mellow rock - with an ageless voice
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Gwen Stefani's Bouquet is a romantic return to mellow rock - with an ageless voice

Words and phrases like \"nostalgia\" or \"back to her roots\" come to mind when listening to Gwen Stefani's fifth studio album, Bouquet—and it is in no way negative.

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1 min  |
November 20, 2024
LOVI POE PAYS TRIBUTE TO TALENT MANAGERS
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LOVI POE PAYS TRIBUTE TO TALENT MANAGERS

Lovi Poe exuded beauty, grace, and confidence during her recent guesting on \"Fast Talk with Boy Abunda.\" She takes good care of her health by running every morning despite her hectic schedule here and abroad.

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2 mins  |
November 20, 2024
AND NOW, CLOTHING GEMS
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AND NOW, CLOTHING GEMS

I have always known Tim Tam Ong as a passionate jeweler whose craftsmanship with gems is exquisite. So pleasantly surprised was I to see her displaying handpainted clothes at the Bench-Katutubo pop-up event a few weeks ago.

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1 min  |
November 20, 2024
WILLIAM KLEIN: A HUNGER FOR LIFE
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WILLIAM KLEIN: A HUNGER FOR LIFE

If the photographs of the late William Klein draw you in, it's because he always had that relentless curiosity both for people and for life itself – a trait that shone through and was infectious when viewing the exhibit, \"All the World's a Stage\" at the MAAT (Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology).

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4 mins  |
November 20, 2024
THE GOLD STANDARD
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THE GOLD STANDARD

Did you know that the owner of the fastest-growing and leading pawnshop and remittance companies in the country isn't even into jewelry?

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3 mins  |
November 20, 2024
LIVING YOUR LIFE IN AMERICAN OUTFITS
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LIVING YOUR LIFE IN AMERICAN OUTFITS

American Eagle shoppers, including a number of celebrities and beauty queens, trooped to the branch at SM Aura recently to get their favorite pair of AE jeans customized with chains, charms and colorful waist tighteners.

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November 20, 2024
Audi Q8 e-tron takes Manila-Baguio-Manila drive on a single charge
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Audi Q8 e-tron takes Manila-Baguio-Manila drive on a single charge

Journalists, EV advocates experience the 100% electric SUV's long-range capability

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2 mins  |
November 20, 2024
The Philippine Star

Filipinos show growing interest in electrified Vehicles, but infrastructure challenges persist, accdg. to Ford study

Contrary to what many Filipinos may have once thought, there already exists a significant interest and a growing demand for electrified vehicles within the local car buying market.

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2 mins  |
November 20, 2024
10 REASONS WHY THE MAZDA FAN FESTA IN JAPAN IS THE ULTIMATE PILGRIMAGE FOR MAZDA FANS
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10 REASONS WHY THE MAZDA FAN FESTA IN JAPAN IS THE ULTIMATE PILGRIMAGE FOR MAZDA FANS

All car brands have car clubs of every size—from small clubs for a specific model in a particular town or city to a huge gathering of various models that span a whole nation.

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November 20, 2024
Christmas trees are lit up
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Christmas trees are lit up

Our country has already been recognized as having one of the longest Christmas seasons in the world, with Christmas decors appearing as soon as the \"ber\" months roll in.

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November 20, 2024
The Philippine Star

PSE sees recovery of capital raising activities next year

The Philippine Stock Exchange Inc. (PSE) expects a recovery in capital raising activities in 2025, with this year's total capital raised seen finishing below last year's outcome.

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November 20, 2024
The Philippine Star

DBM releases guidelines for govt, e Marketplace

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released revised guidelines for the pilot launch of the government's electronic marketplace, a digital platform that will facilitate faster procurement of common-used supplies and equipment by government agencies.

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November 20, 2024
The Philippine Star

Phl Cumbodiu set Io sign double quution deul in 2025

The governments of the Philippines and Cambodia are set to sign a bilateral agreement early next year aimed at preventing double taxation that would allow Filipino businesses to become more competitive abroad, the Department of Finance said.

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1 min  |
November 20, 2024
Businessworld Forecast 2025 to explore Phl's path toward steady growth
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Businessworld Forecast 2025 to explore Phl's path toward steady growth

An observed steady and stabilizing growth for the global economy, albeit at a sluggish pace, is seen to translate into sustained growth for the Philippine economy.

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4 mins  |
November 20, 2024
A nightmare
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A nightmare

It would be totally understandable 1r Agriculture Secretary Francis Tiu Laurel Jr. is having nightmares wondering whatever made him agree to take on a mission impossible in Philippine agriculture.

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4 mins  |
November 20, 2024
The Philippine Star

LBC gears up for 75th year of operations

LBC Express Holdings Inc., the largest logistics and money services company in the country, is heading into its 75th year of operations next year with sustained optimism.

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1 min  |
November 20, 2024
The Philippine Star

Insurance industry nets P4O B in 9 months

The country's insurance industry saw its net income inch up by 4.2 percent to P39.93 billion as of end-September, mainly driven by earnings from the non-life sector.

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November 20, 2024
The Philippine Star

ERC OKs P38-B NGCP projects

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has cleared three transmission projects of the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) worth around P38.09 billion.

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November 20, 2024
The Philippine Star

DoubleDragon ends P10-B bond offer ahead of schedule

DoubleDragon Corp., the listed developer chaired by Edgar \"Injap\" Sia II, cut short its P10-billion retail bond offering after surpassing the available allocation due to high volume of orders.

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November 20, 2024
The Philippine Star

Toyota export revenues hit $665 M in 2023

Toyota Group generated over $600 million worth of revenues from exports of automotive parts from the Philippines last year.

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1 min  |
November 20, 2024
The Philippine Star

Fruitas acquires majority stake in Mang Bok's

Fruitas Holdings Inc. is venturing into the roasted chicken segment with the acquisition of a majority stake in the owner of the Mang Bok's brand for P8.86 million.

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November 20, 2024