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Intense Israeli bombing rocks Beirut

Ahead of war anniversary

BBM designates Cabinet members as representatives to UNESCO

President Marcos has designated several Cabinet members and other officials as government representatives to various committees of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) National Commission of the Philippines.

Phl, Japan conclude joint military exercises in Cebu

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) and Japan Air SelfDefense Force (JASDF) have concluded various joint military exercises on humanitarian assistance and disaster response during the Doshin Bayanihan 2024 in Mactan, Cebu.

San Juan blasts Rizal; Caloocan nips Manila

San Juan shifted to high gear in the last three quarters and blasted Rizal Xentromall, 79-64, on Saturday in the opener of their North Division quarterfinal playoffs in the MPBL Sixth Season at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan.

Man self-immolates during Gaza war anniv protest

WASHINGTON (AFP) Thousands marched in US cities from Washington to Los Angeles on Saturday, demanding an immediate ceasefire as the war in Gaza nears the one-year mark, with a man attempting to selfimmolate in protest.

US braces for new hurricane threat after Helene

MIAMI (AFP) - Florida's governor declared a state of emergency on Saturday as forecasters warned the US state still reeling from deadly Hurricane Helene - could be slammed by another major storm next week.

Carey: I wasn't always sure about making Christmas album

Mariah Carey (in photo) relishes the fact that she has become culturally synonymous with Christmas thanks in part to the longevity of her iconic song \"All I Want for Christmas Is You,\" and its ubiquity every year when the holidays roll around.

Higher alert level seen if Taal's unrest persists

State seismologists are ready to increase the alert level on Taal if the volcano's abnormal activity persists.

Sugar output down as milling season starts

BACOLOD CITY - Sugar output recorded in the first three weeks of the milling season this year has dropped by 96 percent compared to 2023, according to the Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA).

Vice mayor challenges Vilma for governor

BATANGAS - A former tarpaulin installer and coordinator of the Recto family has filed a certificate of candi- dacy (COC) for governor of Batangas, challenging Vilma Santos' bid in the 2025 midterm elections.

Who's running for what?

COMMONSENSE - We have seen a slow start in the filing of certificates of candidacy (COCs) in various centers set up all over the country by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) for all those who want to run in the coming May 2025 national and location elections (NLE).

Welcoming future leaders into the boardroom

GO NEGOSYO PILIPINAS

Laughter: A blessing available anytime

Thoughts to guide us by

Soft powerhouse

Filipinos take pride in natural hospitality, but South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol may find himself getting an extra warm welcome during his two-day state visit here.

DA: Pork consumption improves as ASF scare wanes

Pork consumption has improved as consumers' fear of African swine fever (ASF) has diminished, the Department of Agriculture reported.

No more liberty passes

A fter the initial shock over the increased rates in -parking fees at the NAIA T3 that has turned around into public appreciation and positive feedback towards NNIC, the next thunder roll will come from the announcement that all \"special IDs and access passes\" issued to politicians, government officials, religious entities, media personnel, travel agencies and hotels, even MUP officials, will be cancelled.

Affirming the rot

With just two days left for the filing of certificates of candidacy, the races for the 2025 midterm elections are shaping up.

Marbil shuffles 5 top cops

Five top officials of the Philippine National Police were reshuffled on Saturday by PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil.

Gatchalian seeks second term as Valenzuela mayor

Valenzuela Mayor Weslie Gatchalian yesterday filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) for reelection.

UP bus route revived

A bus route connecting the Diliman and Los Baños campuses of the University of the Philippines (UP) has been revived.

P6.5-B vapes seized in 11 months - BOC

Smuggled vape products valued at P6.5 billion have been confiscated by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) in a span of 11 months.

Pope Francis elevates Caloocan bishop to cardinal

Caloocan Bishop Pablo Virgilio David will soon become the third active Filipino cardinal after Pope Francis elevated his rank.

Marbil orders 'heightened vigilance' as COC filing deadline nears

Philippine National Police chief Gen.Rommel Francisco Marbil yesterday called on police units across the country to intensify security efforts and remain vigilant against potential disruptions by armed groups, as the deadline for filing certificates of candidacy (COCs) for the 2025 midterm elections approaches.

DepEd: PISA 2025 takers to get computer

The Department of Education (DepEd) will send computers to 200 schools nationwide where students are expected to take the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), in which Filipinos have performed poorly in two assessment years.

'Include public schools in free Wi-Fi program'

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) should ensure a more efficient rollout of the government's free Wi-Fi program to ensure internet connectivity in the country's public places, including public schools, Sen.

Pagasa monitoring LPA in Palawan

At least two low-pressure areas (LPAs) are being monitored inside and outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR), the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said in its 3 p.m. bulletin yesterday.

'Filipinos' discernment, vigilance key to preventing another Alice Guo'

Speaker Martin Romualdez called on the 67 million voters to \"practice discernment\" and exercise \"perpetual vigilance\" in choosing candidates for next year's midterm elections so as to prevent more \"Alice Guos\" in the country's electoral system.

House to probe Garma's 'money laundering' in US

The next agenda for the House of Representatives quad committee when it holds its next hearing will focus on whether or not former Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) general manager Royina Garma used diplomatic channels to send millions of pesos to the United States.

30,000 MT imported galunggong in Phl this month

Thirty thousand metric tons (MT) of galunggong and other fish are expected to arrive in the third week of October or first week of November as the retail price of round scad has increased by P60 per kilo.

US sends planes, personnel to aid Julian relief ops

The United States deployed personnel and planes to assist in the ongoing relief efforts in Batanes in the aftermath of Typhoon Julian.