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25 workers deployed to restore power in Nueva Vizcaya

Up to 25 workers from five power cooperatives in Northern Luzon were deployed in this province yesterday to help restore power lines and posts destroyed by Super Typhoon Pepito.

Candaba 3rd Viaduct opening set next month

The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) Corp. is targeting to fully open next month a five-kilometer viaduct between two existing bridges connecting the towns of Pulilan in Bulacan and Apalit in Pampanga.

1,195 free WiFi sites set up in Central Luzon

SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has installed and activated 1,195 free WiFi sites across Central Luzon.

Go gives aid to micro-entrepreneurs in Tondo, Manila

Sen. Bong Go on Tuesday personally extended his support to hundreds of microentrepreneurs in Tondo, Manila, as part of his continued commitment to uplifting communities in need.

MMDA sends humanitarian team to Catanduanes

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) yesterday sent a team to carry out humanitarian efforts for communities battered by Super Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi) in the islandprovince of Catanduanes.

Woman fatally stabbed 25 times in Las Piñas

A 29-year-old woman was fatally stabbed allegedly by her husband in a park in Las Piñas City last Monday afternoon.

PNP gearing up for recalibrated war on drugs

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is gearing up for its recalibrated human rights-based anti-drug campaign under the Marcos administration.

PNP bans lavish Christmas parties

Heeding the call of President Marcos for government officials and employees to scale down Christmas parties, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has prohibited lavish parties during the holiday season.

BAI officials suspended over 66 goats with Q fever

Some officials of the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) have been suspended over the importation of 66 goats infected with Q fever, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).

Rody to be invited again to quad comm probe

Former president Rodrigo Duterte will again be invited to attend a hearing of the House of Representatives quad committee that is investigating his administration's deadly campaign against illegal drugs, panel chairman Surigao del Norte Rep.

No layoffs in cutting number of PNP generals - Remulla

While he wants to whittle down the number of police generals from 153 to 25, Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla gave assurance that no one will be fired.

Senate deletes AKAP from 2025 budget

The Senate has deleted the P39.8billion allocation for the Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP) inserted in the proposed 2025 budget by the House of Representatives, Sen. Imee Marcos confirmed on Tuesday.

Bad weather class suspension policy to be reviewed

Education Secretary Sonny Angara has ordered a review of the Department of Education (DepEd)'s policy on class suspension during typhoons, saying there must be a balance between ensuring the safety of students and teachers and preventing further increases in the number of school days lost.

'No storm next week'

No cyclone is expected to enter or form within the Philippine area of responsibility next week after six consecutive cyclones battered parts of the country recently, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

House OKs 5 bills

Five pieces of legislation were approved on third and final reading on Tuesday by lawmakers in the plenary session at the House of Representatives, among them a bill that allows employment for senior citizens and the Free Transportation of Relief Goods Act.

Mary Jane coming home, says BBM

After more than a decade of diplomatic efforts spanning three administrations, Mary Jane Veloso is finally \"coming home,\" where she will continue to serve her prison term in accordance with a landmark arrangement with Jakarta, President Marcos announced on Wednesday.

Over 10 M Filipinas lack access to family planning - DOH

Over 10 million Filipino women nationwide still have no access to family planning and face the risk of unwanted pregnancy, according to the Department of Health (DOH).

'POGOS now using resorts, restaurants as fronts'

Resorts and restaurants are becoming the \"biggest disguise\" of some Philippine offshore gaming operators as these establishments are used by POGOs as fronts for crime, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said yesterday.

DILG chief, CSC chair get CA confirmation

The Commission on Appointments (CA) yesterday approved the ad interim appointment of Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla and Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Marilyn Barua-Yap.

Austin: US troops deployed to Task Force Ayungin

Vice President Sara Duterte's chief of staff was cited in contempt last night when she finally faced the House of Representatives, and will be detained in the chamber until Nov. 25.

Sara's chief of staff detained for contempt

Vice President Sara Duterte's chief of staff was cited in contempt last night when she finally faced the House of Representatives, and will be detained in the chamber until Nov. 25.

David Young turns heartbreak stories into debut single

For any songwriter, both newbie and an established one, a composition begins with toying with an idea and following its lead. Once the rhythm to create music has been set, the tune-smith can complete such a task in days or even weeks.

KATHRYN AND ALDEN PROVE LOVE FINDS A WAY IN 'HELLO, LOVE, AGAIN'

IN \"HELLO, LOVE, AGAIN,\" THE LOVE STORY OF JOY AND Ethan — portrayed by Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards — once again brings kilig and tears while also offering valuable lessons to moviegoers.

Belle Mariano grateful to work with Disney for 'Moana 2' theme song

Kapamilya star Belle Mariano was handpicked to reinterpret in Filipino the song Beyond from Disney's animated film ''Moana 2.\"

Gwen Stefani's Bouquet is a romantic return to mellow rock - with an ageless voice

Words and phrases like \"nostalgia\" or \"back to her roots\" come to mind when listening to Gwen Stefani's fifth studio album, Bouquet—and it is in no way negative.

LOVI POE PAYS TRIBUTE TO TALENT MANAGERS

Lovi Poe exuded beauty, grace, and confidence during her recent guesting on \"Fast Talk with Boy Abunda.\" She takes good care of her health by running every morning despite her hectic schedule here and abroad.

AND NOW, CLOTHING GEMS

I have always known Tim Tam Ong as a passionate jeweler whose craftsmanship with gems is exquisite. So pleasantly surprised was I to see her displaying handpainted clothes at the Bench-Katutubo pop-up event a few weeks ago.

WILLIAM KLEIN: A HUNGER FOR LIFE

If the photographs of the late William Klein draw you in, it's because he always had that relentless curiosity both for people and for life itself – a trait that shone through and was infectious when viewing the exhibit, \"All the World's a Stage\" at the MAAT (Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology).

THE GOLD STANDARD

Did you know that the owner of the fastest-growing and leading pawnshop and remittance companies in the country isn't even into jewelry?

LIVING YOUR LIFE IN AMERICAN OUTFITS

American Eagle shoppers, including a number of celebrities and beauty queens, trooped to the branch at SM Aura recently to get their favorite pair of AE jeans customized with chains, charms and colorful waist tighteners.