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MMDA bares weekend repairs on EDSA, other major roads
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced road repairs on parts of EDSA and other Metro Manila highways this coming weekend.
Airport cops nab passenger for carrying live ammo
A senior citizen was arrested at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 2 yesterday after police discovered that his carry-on bag contained 11 live bullets for a pistol.
Settle maritime disputes based on law, historical facts - China
China wants South China Sea (SCS) maritime issues settled on the basis not only of international law but also on what it considers as \"historical facts.\"
‘183 Senate aspirants may be pruned to 66’
Sixty-six out of the 183 senatorial aspirants who filed their certificates of candidacy (COC) are most likely to be considered as legitimate candidates whose names are to be included in the ballot, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) declared yesterday.
Over half of Asean states back SCS joint patrols – Marcos
More than half of the 10 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have offered to support the Philippines in maintaining peace and stability in the South China Sea, including in joint patrols and exercises, President Marcos said yesterday.
Power rates down, pump prices up
Power distributor Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is lowering electricity rates by P0.3587 per kilowatt-hour this October, bringing down the overall rate to P11.4295 per kWh from last month's P11.7882 per kWh.
Pope tells new Pinoy cardinal: Don't be too serious
Following his appointment by Pope Francis as one of the new \"princes\" of the Catholic Church, Kalookan Bishop Pablo Virgilio David received the papal advice to \"not take things too seriously.\"
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.