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Angat water level good for 2025 summer
The increase in the water elevation of Angat Dam is timely to ensure enough water supply for the summer of 2025, a ranking official of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) said yesterday.
Metal detectors, X-ray machines deactivated at NAIA entrances
Metal detectors and X-ray machines at the entrances to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminals 1 to 4 have been switched off to minimize queuing time for travelers entering the facilities.
'No mercy' crackdown set after drug bust near Palace
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla yesterday issued a stern warning to drug syndicates, declaring a \"no mercy\" approach following the arrest of a suspected drug pusher operating within the Malacañang complex in San Miguel, Manila.
Comelec elected vice chair in world electoral bodies
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) was elected vice chair in the Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB) and the Association of Asian Election Authorities (AAEA).
Rights group hits back at Sara's remarks
Rights group Karapatan hit back at Vice President Sara Duterte's remarks that she is not the biggest problem of the country, noting that she and her kind are the reason why Filipinos are suffering.
10 LGUs conferred 2024 Galing Pook Awards
President Marcos conferred yesterday the 2024 Galing Pook Award on 10 local government units (LGUs) for their innovative programs that help promote environmental sustainability, child protection, education and inclusive growth.
House transmits P6.325-T 2025 nat'l budget to Senate
The House of Representatives transmitted to the Senate yesterday the P6.325-trillion national budget for 2025.
Households with power disruptions down to 360,000 - Meralco
The number of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) customers that had power disruptions and outages have declined to around 360,000 from a peak of more than half a million at the height of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.
35 Indonesians in Cebu POGO hub deported
Thirty-five Indonesians were deported from the Philippines after they were found working in a Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) firm in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported.
Mixed adjustments for fuel prices next week
Motorists can expect mixed adjustments across domestic pump prices next week, amid recent developments in the global oil market.
Vegetable prices shoot up after Kristine
The retail prices of vegetables in Metro Manila markets have increased by as much as P30 per kilo compared to their prices prior to the devastation of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, according to latest monitoring of the Department of Agriculture (DA).
Archdiocese of Caceres in Bicol appeals for help
The Roman Catholic Church in Bicol is appealing for help as thousands in the region reel from \"the worst flooding ever\" and agonize over slow and meager assistance from concerned agencies.
Thousands remain stranded at ports
Thousands of passengers remain stranded at ports nationwide even as Severe Tropical Storm Kristine left the Philippine landmass.
Acting chair of communist party arrested - NSC
The acting chairman of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) was arrested on Thursday in a joint military and police operation in Quezon City.
Landslide buries village in Batangas; 14 dead
Days of incessant rains unleashed a landslide that buried at least 14 people, including 12 children, with six others still missing in Talisay town in Batangas on Thursday night.
Kristine exits PAR; new cyclone looms
Severe Tropical Storm Kristine has left the Philippine area of responsibility, but another tropical cyclone is set to enter PAR over the weekend, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
Pope to faithful: Abandon mad pursuit of money
Pope Francis urged the world's 1.4 billion Catholics to abandon the \"mad pursuit\" of money and instead devote themselves to their faith, in a new encyclical letter, the highest form of papal teaching, released on Thursday.
DepEd studying policy on use of AI in schools
The Department of Education is studying the possibility of crafting a policy standard on the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools.
Accountability sought in flood control budgets
Senate President Francis Escudero vowed to demand accountability from government officials on the allocation and effectiveness of the multibillion-peso funding appropriated for flood control projects during the upcoming budget deliberations.
Marcos orders 'conveyor belt of aid'
With pleas for help from thousands affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine appearing to overwhelm private and government aid groups, President Marcos has ordered concerned agencies to set up \"a conveyor belt of aid\" for victims, even as another weather disturbance looms this weekend.
LIVE IN ELEGANCE AND STYLE WITH ROCKWELL AT NEPO CENTER
Rockwell Land has long been synonymous with exclusivity, sophistication, and its signature lifestyle. For decades, it has been well attributed with refined living and timeless style in the metro. Known for its meticulously curated offerings and distinct communities in the bustling city of Makati and key areas in Metro Manila, South Luzon, and Visayas, Rockwell has earned its reputation as one of the most coveted addresses in the country where residents and guests indulge in elevated urban living.
SHAPING TOMORROW: WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2024 HIGHLIGHTS SUSTAINABLE DESIGN IN ASIA
From November 6 to 8 this year, the world's top architects and designers will gather in Singapore for the World Architecture Festival (WAF), the largest international assembly of architectural minds. The festival, which began in Barcelona in 2008, has become an annual tradition, save for a brief virtual format during the pandemic. It serves as a global stage for innovative ideas and groundbreaking solutions that shape the future of our urban and natural environments.
12 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULDN'T MISS THE 12TH PHILIPPINE ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUMMIT
The Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) returns for its 12th year, bringing a dynamic platform for EV enthusiasts, manufacturers, and industry leaders.
Volvo at the 12th PH EV Summit: "For Life. Electrified"
At the heart of everything Volvo does is a singular focus For Life. At this year's Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit, Volvo takes this commitment to a new level with its electrified future. Under the theme \"For Life. Electrified,\" Volvo will present its latest fully electric models, the XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge, from October 24 to 26 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City.
New Honda Civic RS e:HEV leads the charge at 2024 PIMS
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) kicked off the 9th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) with a bang, unveiling the Honda Civic RS e:HEV as the star of their \"Sporty DNA: Redefined\" exhibit.
MICHAEL LEARNS TO ROCK EVOKES NOSTALGIA WITH A LIFE TO REMEMBER
ARTISTS WHETHER SOLO OR IN a group - engage and educate music enthusiasts and the listening public about various genres of music. Michael Learns to Rock (MLTR), dubbed the \"legendary Danish band,\" has contributed to the appreciation and popularization of soft rock, pop rock and ballad songs.
ABBA's Bjorn among 11,000 artists issuing AI warning
LOS ANGELES-Thousands of artists including ABBA singer Bjorn Ulvaeus, Hollywood actress Julianne Moore and Nobel laureate Kazuo Ishiguro have signed a statement warning about the unlicensed use of artificial intelligence.
BINI SHARES THE STAGE WITH K-POP STARS RAIN AND HWASA
The worlds of P-pop and K-pop intertwined once again as the nation's girl group BINI joined Korean stars Rain and Hwasa for a music festival in celebration of the seventh anniversary of IAM Worldwide on Oct. 20 at the Mall of Asia Arena.
ANTHEM GROUP SETS NEW STANDARDS IN RETAIL
Innovation, Global Brands, and Employee-First Initiatives:
PAL ranks 62nd best airline in the world
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) made the list of the world's best airlines by British newspaper The Telegraph, with Middle East carriers leading the rankings.