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1.8 M visitors expected in Manila North, South Cemeteries

Up to an estimated 1.8 million people are expected to visit the Manila North Cemetery and the Manila South Cemetery in this year's observance of Undas, according to the cemeteries' respective managements.

Filipino at Tsino Magkaibigan Foundation & FFCCCII provide P60M in Typhoon Relief across Bicol, Metro Manila and Provinces

The Filipino at Tsino Magkaibigan Foundation, a coalition of 33 major Filipino Chinese business and civic groups, led by Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) President Dr. Cecilio K. Pedro, has in recent days deployed immediate relief for typhoon-hit communities of Bicol region, coordinating with FFCCCII Vice-President and Bicol civic leader Antonio Tan to distribute thousands of five-kilo rice bags and essential goods through local government units.

NSC: Nabbed CPP leader not a peace consultant

The National Security Council (NSC) laughed off yesterday the claim by the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) that its chairman, who was arrested on Thursday in Quezon City in a joint military and police operation, is a peace advocate.

Marcos visits Cam Sur evacuees

President Marcos personally checked on the condition of evacuees in Naga City, Camarines Sur on Saturday, promising that the government will continue with its assistance, as he ordered the resumption of the Bicol River Basin Development Program (BRBDP) following severe flooding in the region.

Phl to host int'l conference on women, peace and security

The country is all set to host the International Conference on Women, Peace and Security (ICWPS) from Oct. 28 to 30, highlighting the nation's commitment to help promote, protect and empower women across the globe, presidential peace adviser Carlito Galvez, Jr. said yesterday.

DSWD sending more food packs to Naga

The Department of Social Welfare and Development is preparing to send 5,000 more family food packs (FFPs) to Naga City, one of the areas hardest hit by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian said yesterday.

DBM advances bonus, cash gifts to gov't workers

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) is advancing the release of bonuses and cash gifts to government workers.

Rody, Bato ready for Senate drug war probe

It's definitely a go for former president Rodrigo Duterte at tomorrow's Senate Blue Ribbon subcommittee hearing on his deadly drug war, according to Sen. Ronald dela Rosa, who may also have to answer allegations of his complicity in the thousands of deaths that became the trademark of the crackdown against illegal drugs.

Calls for help pouring in as floods not subsiding

Rescuers in regions hardest hit by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine raced yesterday to reach people still stranded in areas made inaccessible by flooding, as disaster officials confirmed 81 deaths and almost half a million people displaced.

Batangas in state of calamity as more bodies found

Following extensive damage caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, the Batangas provincial government has declared a state of calamity across the entire province.

OCD: 4 countries sending air assets for relief operations

Four countries will send their air assets to the Philippines to assist in relief operations in areas devastated by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said yesterday.

Marcos backs shift to greener transport system

Citing the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters due to climate change, President Marcos has renewed his commitment to shift to a greener transport system in the country.

Another tropical storm threatens to enter PAR

Another tropical storm was forecast to enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) last night and could intensify into a typhoon category in the next few days.

'SINE SINDAK' HORROR FILM FESTIVAL HOPES TO BRING AUDIENCES BACK TO CINEMAS

WILL THE HORROR GENRE bring the audiences back to theaters?

MTRCB recommends TV5's 'Ang Himala Ni Niño'

\"Ang Himala Ni Niño,\" TV5's new family drama series, brings a positive tone to TV viewing with its heartwarming stories that highlight values such as faith, love, resilience and hope.

How social media is helping Singaporean artists Regina Song, WHYLUCAS reach global audiences

Emerging Singaporean artists Regina Song and WHYLUCAS gave credit to social media for helping their songs, the cutest pair and Fall, gain listeners in the international scene during an exclusive interview with The STAR on the sidelines of \"DISTRICT M: A Marina Central Festival.\"

CHELSEA MANALO SHARES COMPETITION STRATEGY

FOR UPCOMING MISS UNIVERSE

WILCON DEPOT SHINES WITH TRIPLE WINS AT OFR AWARDS 2024

Wilcon Depot, under the brilliant leadership of founder and chairman emeritus Dr. William Belo, alongside president and CEO Lorraine Belo-Cincochan and SEVP-COO Rosemarie Bosch-Ong, continues to shine brightly in the retail landscape, clinching a remarkable triple victory at this year's Outstanding Filipino Retailers (OFR) Awards.

Delivering the signature Rockwell experience to the City of Smiles

There's something about Bacolod that excites the senses, warms the heart, and refreshes the soul.

OLD TOWN TAAL: A HOP, SKIP AND JUMP AWAY FROM MANILA

Visit to Taal, Batangas maybe 15 years ago left me with the pleasant memory of a small, charming hill town, awash with history and heritage homes that benefitted from a healthy population of local individuals interested in preserving these for posterity, converting them into house museums, restaurants and characterful accommodations.

BSP, German firm partner for currency management

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has teamed up with German government banknotes printer Bundesdruckerei GmbH for payments and currency management in the country.

Phl seeks more concessional financing from World Bank

The Philippines is seeking more concessional financing from the Washington-based World Bank to fund the country's priority projects.

SEC taps Komunidad for sustainability report submission

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has tapped climate data and analytics software company Komunidad Global Services & Operations Philippines Inc. to facilitate the submission of sustainability reports by publicly listed companies.

TCL Unveils the NXTFRAME TV: Where Art Meets Technology

TCL, a leading consumer electronics company, has launched its revolutionary NXTFRAME TV A300 Series, a groundbreaking innovation that blurs the lines between art and technology.

TALES OF EPIC COMEBACKS

Pogoy and Tenorio are in the Last Dance for the first time after their inspiring comebacks from myocarditis and colon cancer, respectively, and will cherish every moment of it.

DICT on cybersecurity woes: 'We're not being given the proper ammunition'

Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Ivan John Uy said that the ability to defend a country's cyber infrastructure requires good intel, which the Philippines currently lacks.

PLDT Home uncaps 5G+ experience with Home WiFi

PLDT Home ushers a new era of 5G technology in the country with the new PLDT Home WiFi 5G+, capable of delivering uncapped speeds of up to 1.5 Gbps at the ground-breaking introductory price of only P1,495.

REDISCOVERING BEYBLADE: My experience at the GGP Freeplay event

Sometimes, you stumble upon something that hits you with a wave of pure nostalgia. That's exactly what happened when I walked into the Beyblade X Freeplay event hosted by Gamer Girls Philippines at SideQuest: Cafe + Hobby Lounge in Capital Commons.

It's Call of Duty weekend and it is the cheapest it can get - but at what cost?

Subscribers to PC Game Pass and Game Pass Premium win, but what's at stake for Xbox?

DITO adds a feather to its RedCap

\"As we introduce this new technology in the market, we want to debunk the notion that 5G is only for the elite or privileged. This product will make 5G more accessible to everyone, especially for the underserved market.\"