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McDonald's burgers linked to E. coli outbreak in US

NEW YORK (Reuters) - One person has died and dozens were sickened from E. coli infections linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder in 10 states, led by Colorado, where 26 people fell ill, the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said on Tuesday.

Chinese carrier sailed through Taiwan Strait

TAIPEI (AFP) - A Chinese aircraft carrier group sailed through the Taiwan Strait yesterday, Taiwan's defense minister said, a day after Beijing held a live-fire exercise near the self-ruled island.

Harris says US ready for woman president

WASHINGTON (AFP) - Kamala Harris said Tuesday that America is \"absolutely\" ready to elect its first woman president, but downplayed her historic bid, saying she simply wants to turn the page for a nation \"exhausted\" by Donald Trump.

Woman, son found dead in Batangas

CAMP VICENTE LIM, Laguna - A woman and her 17-year-old son were found dead in Lipa, Batangas on Tuesday afternoon.

Dismissal of complaint involving Tarlac sanitary landfill lauded

CLARK FREEPORT - The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has commended the dismissal by the Angeles City Regional Trial Court (RTC) of a complaint involving the use of a 100-hectare Kalangitan sanitary landfill in Capas, Tarlac.

DBM OKs P454 M for procurement of medical vehicles

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the release of P454 million for the procurement of medical vehicles to boost the health care system.

Eastman case not kidnapping, gov't execs say

The case of American national Elliot Onil Eastman is not a case of kidnapping for ransom, according to Presidential Peace adviser Carlito Galvez Jr.

Fewer barangays log ASF cases

Outbreaks of African swine fever have decreased, with the number of barangays reporting ASF cases dropping to 505 from the previous 534, according to the Bureau of Animal Industry.

Duterte, Nograles undergo drug test

Aspirants for Davao City's first district congressional post yesterday accepted each other's challenge to undergo a drug test to show voters and their constituents that they are qualified and deserving to be elected in the 2025 midterm elections.

Protect the unsung heroes of climate action: Environmental defenders

Today on Oct. 24 we celebrate the International Day for Climate Action. On this day, we join hands globally to emphasize the need for urgent solutions to the climate crisis. The Philippines, as a very vulnerable archipelago and the most natural disaster-prone country in the world, understands this need fully.

Celebrating the 79th anniversary of the United Nations with focus on the future

On this day 79 years ago, the United Nations Charter came into force, creating an international organization that has since served as the global forum for countries to discuss common problems and develop shared solutions in pursuit of a better world.

Another journalist murdered

Last Tuesday night, broadcast journalist Maria Vilma Rodriguez was sitting together with her mother, sister, and nephew at a store near her house in Zamboanga City. A motorcycle pulled up, and one of the bikers opened fire, hitting Rodriguez three times. Rodriguez managed to run across the road to her house and told her daughter about the attack, but she died later in a hospital.

10 Pinoy seafarers on Houthi-hit ship home

The last batch of Filipino crew members of M/V Minoan Courage, which was attacked by Houthi rebels while cruising the Red Sea near Yemen, returned home yesterday.

Marcos orders transfer of NCIP to OP

President Marcos has issued an order transferring the supervision of the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to the Office of the President (OP).

8 foreigners nabbed in POGO raids - DOJ

Eight foreign nationals allegedly linked to Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) have been arrested in Muntinlupa City, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ).

NAIA baggage handling system glitch fixed

Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific said yesterday the baggage handling procedure at the NAIA Terminal 3 is back to normal after the system broke down for nearly a week to the inconvenience of travelers.

Phl hosting int'l conference on women, peace, security

Two women legislators will lead the Philippine delegation to the International Conference for Women, Peace and Security, to be held in Pasay.

Chinese held for kidnapping 7 Vietnamese

Police arrested a Chinese man on Tuesday in Pasay City for allegedly kidnapping seven Vietnamese nationals.

Phl slaps higher tariff on imported salt

Local salt industry stakeholders and experts do not think that the hike on the tariff on imported salt products implemented by the government could make any difference in the lives of Filipino salt farmers and the development of the local salt industry.

DTI orders price freeze in Kristine calamity areas

A price freeze on basic goods has been imposed in areas placed under a state of calamity due to Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, according to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).

'DepEd budget insufficient to address classroom shortage'

Education Secretary Sonny Angara has admitted that the Department of Education (DepEd) does not have enough funds to address the classroom shortage nationwide.

French frigate Prairial makes port call in Cebu

The French Navy surveillance frigate Prairial is in Cebu for a port call from Oct. 22 to 25 as part of its operational deployment in the Indo-Pacific, the French embassy in Manila said.

Palace suspends classes, gov't work in Luzon today

Malacañang suspended classes and government work in Luzon today as Severe Tropical Storm Kristine is expected to bring heavy rains in the island.

PNP urges Remulla to rethink cut in number of generals

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is supporting Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla's initiative to streamline the police force.

Victims face Quiboloy, narrate sexual abuse

The victims of self-styled son of God Apollo Quiboloy confronted their alleged abuser at the Senate yesterday, saying they were groomed to perform sexual services for the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader as part of their spiritual journey.

QC among PCCI's most business-friendly cities

For the second consecutive year, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) has named Quezon City as among the most business-friendly local government units (LGU) in the country.

Zamboanga journalist shot dead

ZAMBOANGA CITY - A female broadcaster was shot dead on Tuesday night in a village in this city.

CAMO CHIC

Thursday was a huge shopping day in Greenbelt. The mall was buzzing with lines snaking two floors down either for the latest iPhone drop at midnight or the newest bag charm.

Left behind in ASEAN

\"We never overtook you,\" my Thai friend once told me, when I told her how far the Philippines has been left behind by Thailand, Malaysia and perhaps even Vietnam.

US firms urged to invest in PEZA zones

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is encouraging American companies to invest in the country's economic zones amid ongoing initiatives to improve the business environment.