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BI to deport blacklisted Malaysian

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) is set to deport a blacklisted Malaysian who managed to reenter the Philippines.

17 OFWs back from Lebanon

Seventeen more overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) returned home yesterday from Lebanon, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration said.

PDEA: Drug-affected barangays mostly in MM, 2 other regions

Most of the drug-affected barangays are in Metro Manila and two other regions, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency reported on Monday.

PNP: Chinese suspect in hotpot shooting an 'undesirable alien'

The Chinese suspect in a shooting at a hotpot restaurant in Makati that killed a fellow Chinese national has been classified by the Philippine National Police (PNP) as an \"undesirable alien.\"

Kill culture

All the horrific stories coming out of the congressional investigations point to two basic and intractable problems in our country: disregard for human life, and corruption.

‘Dengvexation’ – toddlers and tablets

I’d like to think that I coined the word “Dengvexation,” where I put together the term Dengvaxia and vexation, as in “unjust vexation.” What else can we call the fact that the legally unresolved Dengvaxia controversy that started in 2017 has dragged on for seven years, cost litigants millions of pesos in legal fees and personal time and has effectively caused “unjust vexation” for all parties concerned, even the judges who were tasked to hear the cases.

Election e-fraud

EDITORIAL - It's good to hear the Commission on Elections banning the use of troll farms for the May 2025 midterm polls. Such troll farms have been used by certain candidates in recent elections to malign their rivals and influence public opinion. Whether the Comelec can enforce the ban effectively, however, remains to be seen.

AFP: No wristwatch-giving tradition during PMA graduation

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) clarified yesterday that there is no \"tradition\" wherein cadets of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) may ask for the President's wristwatch as a graduation gift.

Sara cites need to reskill, upskill Filipino workers

There is a need to upskill and reskill Filipino workers to help them adapt to the rapidly changing technological and business landscape, according to Vice President Sara Duterte.

Pasig RTC allows Quiboloy, co-accused to face Senate probe

The Pasig Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 159 has granted the request of the Senate committee on women, children, family relations and gender equality to allow Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy and his co-accused to attend a Senate hearing today.

Gov't, class suspensions on Oct. 31

Malacañang has suspended work in government offices and classes in all levels nationwide from 12 p.m. onwards on Oct. 31 to provide state employees full opportunity to properly observe All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day.

38 election hotspots monitored

Thirty-eight possible election hotspots, most of which are in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, are being monitored by the Department of the Interior and Local Government.

Media Representatives Engage in Interactive Online Purchase at Iskaparate.com's Press Launch

Iskaparate.com core team, industry partners, and media representatives in commemorative photograph, making a significant milestone platform.

Comelec running after online troll farms

Aside from TikTok, candidates in the coming May 2025 elections can also no longer employ troll farms to boost their candidacy.

FREEPORT AREA OF BATAAN, THE PHILIPPINES' PREMIER ECONOMIC ZONE

This October, the Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) commemorates the 55th founding anniversary of the first and forerunner of economic zones in the country-the then Bataan Export Processing Zone (BEPZ), known today as the Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB).

Economic Impact

The FAB has been a cornerstone of economic development, significantly contributing to both the local and national economy.

Kristine gains strength, to hit northern Luzon

Tropical Storm Kristine was forecast to strengthen before it makes landfall over Northern Luzon tonight or early tomorrow morning, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge (BCIB) and FAB Transhipment Hub

In preparation for the transformative progress expected from the upcoming construction and completion of the Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge (BCIB), AFAB is laying the groundwork to ensure that FAB remains at the forefront of economic and logistical advancements.

Strategic Infrastructure and Innovations for Future Progress

Recognizing the prime and inherent strengths of its location, the AFAB is driven to reimage the FAB by its New Vision – a Freeport that is globally competitive and is a dynamic investment hub for diverse industries that would ensure sustainable employment by 2028.

Sara to take psych exam if lawmakers do the same

By all means, Vice President Sara Duterte said she would undergo a psychiatric test as some critics have suggested in the wake of her \"Drag Me to Hell\" press briefing - but only if reelectionist members of the House of Representatives would agree to do the same.

VP Sara crossed the line, says BBM son

Vice President Sara Duterte \"crossed the line.\"

Bato: Rody to attend first Senate hearing

After begging off from the quad committee hearing yesterday at the House of Representatives on extrajudicial killings during his administration, former president Rodrigo Duterte has committed to attend the first Senate hearing on the same issue on Monday.

Self-rated hunger, poverty, down in Q3 – OCTA

Self-rated poverty and hunger went down in the third quarter, based on an OCTA Research group survey.

Outstanding PCG units feted

President Marcos yesterday reaffirmed his commitment to upgrade the capabilities of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) as he feted its outstanding personnel and units, including vessels that were recently harassed by Chinese ships in the West Philippine Sea.

GSIS sets aside P2.8 B for emergency calamity loans

State-run pension fund Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has allocated P2.8 billion in emergency loans to members and pensioners affected by various calamities.

Raymond Lauchengco brings back beautiful memories of the '80s

It's now time for him to go back into singing and say thank you to people who still listen to his songs up to this day. Raymond's hits have transcended time and become soundtracks of our lives. His song Shadow of Time, composed by Louie Ocampo, from the soundtrack of \"Hotshots,\" is a romantic ballad. I Need You Back, written by Odette Quesada, is his first hit.

JAYESSLEE: FILIPINO FANS FEEL LIKE FAMILY

“Do you want us in the Philippines for a concert anytime soon?” This was how the sister duo Janice and Sonia Lee, collectively known as Jayesslee, responded to The STAR question about whether they planned on coming back to the country to perform for their Pinoy fans.

Nobody Wants This: Love & Tradition in the time of podcasts

Turns out everybody wants to check out Nobody Wants This, a Netflix romcom about a rabbi and a podcaster (with the most liberal of views) wanting each other for better...Or for worse?

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis combine for thrilling 'Warriors' album

NEW YORK - The perilous journey home - it's a tale as old as The Iliad. Now it's a dynamic concept album starring hip-hop legends, Broadway belters and, of all things, the New York subway system.

No more perks for ROROs in missionary routes

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has suspended the grant of investment protection and lower fees on roll on, roll off (RORO) vessels that offer trips to low-demand routes.