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Broken mechanisms

With all the horror stories emerging from the ongoing probe of drug-related killings in the previous administration, people are wondering how the abuses committed by ranking Philippine National Police officials got past the internal disciplinary mechanism of the PNP.

PPCRV: First day of COC filing 'so far, so good

The first day of the filing of certificates of candidacy (COC) last Oct.1 was \"so far, so good,\" according to an official of the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV).

'Court order is Guo's get-out-of-jail card'

Dismissed Bamban mayor Alice Guo will need a court order if she still wants to run for office and personally file her certificate of candidacy, according to the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology.

More administration lawmakers file candidacies

More administration members of the House of Representatives have filed their certificates of candidacy (COCs) at their local Commission on Elections (Comelec) offices, seeking reelection to the legislative districts that they represent.

UST faculty did not fail to protect Atio - dean

The University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Civil Law and its officials did not fail to protect hazing death victim UST law student Horacio \"Atio\" Castillo III in 2017, the school's dean said yesterday.

Diokno: 2025 party-list run a principled decision

Despite not pushing through with his plan to run for the Senate, human rights lawyer Chel Diokno said he would continue to push for the same advocacies and policies if elected as party-list representative in next year's midterm elections.

File murder raps vs Garma, DOJ urged

Prosecutors from the Department of Justice (DOJ) have been urged to act quickly and file murder charges as soon as possible against the two alleged masterminds in the July 2020 killing of Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office PCSO) board secretary Wesley Barayuga.

Remulla, Timor-Leste president discuss Teves case, POGOS

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla met with Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta on Oct.1 to discuss diplomatic and security issues, including the risks involving Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) and the extradition of expelled lawmaker Arnolfo Teves Jr.

Cignal TV partners with CHINOY TV

Cignal TV and CHiNOY TV have announced an exciting new partnership that brings the celebrated show, \"Chinese By Blood, Filipino By Heart,\" to a wider audience on Cignal TV's One News channel.

KOJC camp bucks Quiboloy transfer to QC jail

The camp of pastor Apollo Quiboloy yesterday vowed to oppose moves of the Philippine National Police (PNP) to transfer the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader to the Quezon City Jail.

Tulfo brothers top survey for senators

Two brothers of Sen. Raffy Tulfo are still the most preferred candidates for senator in the 2025 midterm elections, based on a non-commissioned poll conducted by Pulse Asia last month.

BILLY CRAWFORD CREDITS LATE FATHER AS BIGGEST COACH IN LIFE

His work as a coach to \"The Voice\" kids has started, and Billy Crawford is definitely on the lookout for talents, aged between seven and 14, who will constitute his team.

CELEBRATING THE COUNTRY'S UNSUNG HEROES

The One Philippines (TOP) Humanitarian Awards 2024 ☐ was held recently at the Ballroom of the Lanson Place Mall of Asia.

A LOT OF BLOOD, SWEAT & TEARS WENT INTO THESE LIVES HONORED BY CCP

It was an evening of appreciation for the Philippines' artistic stars, with wild applause and loud cheering normally heard at pop concerts, a reassuring state of affairs for art and culture in the country.

PARK AND CRY?

There was widespread outcry when the Leasing and Commercial Affairs department of the New NAIA Infra Corp.(NNIC) memo to \"all concerned\" came out.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines to host its first-ever world premiere at PIMS 2024

For the first time in Mitsubishi Motors' history, the global stage is set in the Philippines as Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) will proudly host the world premiere of its latest concept vehicle, a 7-seater SUV concept.

THE WORLD'S BEST ULTRA-LUXURY SEDAN MADE GREENER: THE NEW BENTLEY FLYING SPUR HYBRID IS NOW IN THE PHILIPPINES

Bentley Motors has unveiled a new chapter in its story of sustainable luxury with the Flying Spur Hybrid, now arriving in Manila.

Phl net external liability position narrows in Q2

The country's net external liability position stood at $55.2 billion as of end-June, 6.5 percent lower than the $59.1 billion recorded in end-March, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

What happens now?

Over the past few weeks, we have enjoyed quite a show from a number of congressional investigations at the Senate and the House.

MVP companies consolidate ownership in PLDT data arm

Tycoon Manuel V.Pangilinan's new venture has received additional shares from its parent companies in a transaction that closed the ownership gap among its owners.

Golden MV gets prime land in Villar City for P5.2 B

Golden MV Holdings Inc.led by tycoon Manuel Villar Jr. has acquired about 400 hectares of land in the tycoon's 3,500-hectare Villar City for P5.2 billion.

Aboitiz family member to lead real estate unit

A member of the Aboitiz family will once again take the helm of its real estate subsidiary starting next year.

Stocks rebound after huge sell-off

The stock market bounced back after a huge sell-off on Monday, snapping its two-day losing skid.

Sept inflation likely within 2-2.8% range – BSP

Inflation likely settled within the two to 2.8 percent range in September after falling to 3.3 percent in August from 4.4 percent in July, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

More hot money enters Phl in Aug

Foreign portfolio investments yielded a net inflow for the second straight month as more speculative funds came into the Philippines than what flowed out in August, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.

Debt eases to P15.55 T

The strengthening of the local currency and the repayment of external obligations eased the country's outstanding debt to P15.55 trillion in August, the Bureau of the Treasury said.

BPI celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival with Chinese-Filipino community

In celebration of its endur Chinese and Chinese-Filipi of the Philippine Islands (BF Festival with grand festivities a to their valued partners.

TNT CLEARS PATH TO SEMIS

On point on both ends, TNT hit NLEX with the kill shot.

Maroons, Warriors press drives

Two of the hottest teams step on the gas in their similar bids to solidify their places inside the Magic Four at the tail-end of the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball first-round eliminations.