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PNP expands probe on killing of PCSO exec

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has expanded its probe into the murder of former Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) board secretary and retired police general Wesley Barayuga, as it suspects a cover-up by rogue elements within the government.

Suspension lifted vs Bohol execs in Chocolate Hills case

The Office of the Ombudsman has lifted the six-month preventive suspension order it earlier issued against several mayors and barangay officials in Bohol in connection with the construction of Captain's Peak Garden and Resort at the foot of Chocolate Hills.

Day One: COCs come in trickles, but filing orderly

Aspirants for senator and other local elective positions came in trickles on the first day of filing of the certificates of candidacy (COC) for the May 2025 midterm elections.

BBM, Sara ratings decline - Pulse Asia

While President Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte still enjoy the trust and approval of more than half of Filipinos, public approval for the country's two highest officials appears to be on the decline - at least based on the latest Pulse Asia Survey.

10 in Atio hazing death get life term

After seven years, a Manila court convicted yesterday 10 Aegis Juris fraternity members over the hazing death of Univer- sity of Santo Tomas (UST) law student Horacio \"Atio\" Castillo III in 2017.

Phl lags in 5G performance in AsPac

The Philippines remains one of the worst countries for 5G access in Asia Pacific, making it challenging for consumers to load their games and videos in high quality.

MVP: 5G phones soon to be more affordable

PLDT Inc.boss Manuel V.Pangilinan sees the price of 5Gcapable phones going down, but said more work needs to be done to expand 5G usage among Filipinos.

Prime Infra unit tapped for Clark waste services

Clark Development Corp.(CDC) has named Prime Waste Solutions Pampanga Inc. (PWS Pampanga) its newly accredited lone service provider authorized to handle collection of residual waste within the Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone.

PAL boosting flights to Australia

Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) is expanding its flight volume to one of the largest cities in Australia, recognizing the urgency to add more options as demand picks up pace.

Global rice prices to ease as India lifts export ban

Government officials and industry stakeholders are hopeful prices of rice in the world market would begin to soften after India lifted its export ban on nonBasmati rice, leading to more favorable rice import prices for the Philippines.

Credit card complaints rise in Q2

The number of credit cardrelated complaints in the Philippines jumped by 45 percent to 4,161 in the second quarter this year from the previous quarter, driven primarily by concerns over account management.

QC inks housing deal with 8990

Listed affordable housing developer 8990 Holdings Inc.has entered into a housing deal with the Quezon City government to provide 2,700 homes to local government employees and informal settlers.

Buskowitz Energy gets fresh $100-M funding

Solar power firm Buskowitz Energy Inc.

BSP chief: There is scope to cut rates by 50 bps in one meeting

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas could slash key interest rates by as much as 50 basis points in a single move, but the BSP would have to see risks of a hard landing before considering doing so.

Profit-taking drags down stocks anew

A fresh round of profit-taking dragged share prices down to start the week as investors continued to cash in on their gains.

Global funds pick Phl energy sector

A coalition of global investors and partners dedicated to mobilizing infrastructure investment across the Indo- Pacific region has chosen the Philippine energy sector as its initial focus market.

Blazers fight Stags, Knights battle Lions

St. Benilde tries to stay alone at the top as it tangles with a sputtering San Sebastian even as Letran and San Beda rekindle their age-old rivalry today in NCAA Season 100 at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.

Any PBA takers for Scott?

Former NBA Coach of the Year Byron Scott has expressed an interest to take a job in the PBA and brandishing an impressive resume, is prepared to make an impact as an active consultant. Paul Howard, a long-time Philippine basketball observer and a consultant with the national squad under coach Joseph Uichico for the 2002 Busan Asian Games, put in a good word for Scott whom he coached at Arizona State. \"There's a place for Byron in the PBA,\" said

Ardina crumbles with final-round 75

Dottie Ardina's dream title run in the LPGA Tour went up in smoke as a fumbling finish doomed her bid in the NW Arkansas Championship in Rogers, Arizona Sunday.

Jerwin, Eumir to headline big card

Plans are underway to stage a blockbuster boxing card featuring Tokyo Olympic bronze medalist Eumir Marcial in the main event and former IBF superflyweight champion Jerwin Ancajas in the chief aperitif sometime in December.

FOREIGN BRIEFS

Americans get biggest road win captain Jim Furyk raised the gold trophy before a team that dressed in red shirts that filled the scoreboard early with red scores.

Hurricane Helene kills 90 in US

The Southeastern US began a huge cleanup and recovery effort on Sunday and the death toll climbed toward 100 after Hurricane Helene knocked out power for millions, destroyed roads and bridges and caused dramatic flooding from Florida to Virginia.

Longest-serving death row prisoner hails acquittal 'victory'

The world's longest-serving death row prisoner thanked his supporters for helping him achieve \"complete victory\" after a Japanese court last week overturned his decadesold murder conviction.

Iran executes 2 men over armed robbery

Iranian authorities yesterday executed two men in public over the killing of a police officer during an armed robbery in central Iran, according to the judiciary.

Israeli strikes kill Hamas leader in Lebanon

Iran threatens Israel

Japan's next PM announces snap polls

Japan's incoming prime minister Shigeru Ishiba said yesterday he aimed to call snap elections for Oct.27, as equities plunged on a strong yen and fears that tax hikes are on the cards.

Biden OKs $567-M defense assistance for Taiwan

US President Joe Biden on Sunday approved $567 million in defense assistance for Taiwan, the White House said, as China ramps up political and military pressure on the self-ruled island.

Nepal surveys flood wreckage as death toll reaches 198

Search-and-rescue teams in Nepal's capital picked through wrecked homes yesterday after waters receded from monsoon floods that killed at least 198 people around the Himalayan republic.

2-minute phreatic eruption logged on Taal Volcano

State volcanologists recorded a twominute phreatic eruption on Taal Volcano in Batangas on Sunday.

6 die in Laguna vehicular mishap

CAMP VICENTE LIM, Laguna - Six people died while 28 others were injured in a collision involving a tourist bus and a sport utility vehicle (SUV) in Majayjay, Laguna on Sunday afternoon.