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Release P178.5-M smuggled frozen mackerel, BOC asked

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has asked the Bureau of Customs (BOC) to release the P178.5 million worth of seized smuggled frozen mackerel to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

Tondo fire leaves 2,000 families homeless

Around 2,000 families were left homeless after a six-hour fire destroyed about 1,000 shanties in Isla Puting Bato, Tondo, Manila yesterday morning.

Comelec: Nuisance bets' appeals resolved this week

All pending motions for reconsideration filed by Senate aspirants declared as nuisance bets will be resolved this week, according to the Commission on Elections.

Imee visits Sara's chief of staff

Sen. Imee Marcos yesterday visited Vice President Sara Duterte's chief of staff who is confined in a state-owned hospital.

BBM, Liza fete Phl chorale groups at Palace

Despite the threatening remarks of Vice President Sara Duterte, President Marcos proceeded with his schedule yesterday as he and First Lady Liza Marcos led the recognition ceremony at Malacañang for award-winning Filipino chorale groups.

DOST exec lauds Meralco's push for nuclear power

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) nuclear science research chief hailed the push of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the country's largest power distributor, to shift its focus on studying the potential deployment of conventional large-scale nuclear power facility to address the growing power needs.

Senate to approve 2025 nat'l budget this week

The Senate is expected to approve the proposed P6.352-trillion national budget for 2025 this week, but any adjustments to the allocations for the Office of the Vice President (OVP) may only be finalized during the bicameral conference,

‘No constitutional crisis yet amid Sara’s remarks’

While Vice President Sara Duterte's \"reckless and dangerous\" remarks - along with her \"active threats\" - against President Marcos may not yet constitute a constitutional crisis, they could still have serious repercussions, Senate President Pro-Tempore Jinggoy Estrada said yesterday.

JPE: Some people want regime change

Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile yesterday urged people who want a regime change to wait for the midterm elections next year.

DMW: Mary Jane's family getting aid

The family of Mary Jane Veloso is receiving welfare and other necessary assistance from the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW).

"Task Force Ayungin will enhance Phl sovereignty, territorial integrity'

Task Force Ayungin would enhance the Philippines' capability to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity, Senate President Pro-Tempore Jinggoy Estrada said yesterday.

'US committed to defend Phl from Chinese aggression'

The Philippines will remain an important country to the US for many years in the future, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.

Delisting Kristine, Aghon, Carina eyed

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) is eyeing to remove the names of Kristine, Aghon, and Carina from the list of typhoons amid the extent of damage brought by the three cyclones in the country.

Sara's prosecution eyed over kill remark

DOJ starts probe of VP

Lopez resigning as OVP chief of staff

Undersecretary Zuleika Lopez will step down as Vice President Sara Duterte's chief of staff after the House of Representatives concludes its hearings on the confidential funds of the Office of the Vice President (OVP), citing the emotional strain of the process.

Teachers' group backs Sara's impeachment

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is now investigating the \"kill\" remark of Vice President Sara Duterte against President Marcos, Malacañang said yesterday.

25,000 MT fish import approved

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has allowed the importation of 25,000 metric tons (MT) of frozen fish and aquatic products, saying it is necessary to curb inflation.

House leaders rally behind Speaker

Leaders of the House of Representatives rallied yesterday behind Speaker Martin Romualdez, dismissing Vice President Sara Duterte's latest statement as a \"desperate attempt\" to shift public attention from her alleged misuse of P612.5 million in confidential and intelligence funds (CIFs) of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and Department of Education when she was the DepEd secretary.

JETSETTER-APPROVED DESTINATIONS TO GO BIG ON YOUR CHRISTMAS TRIP

Doc Kim, aka The Moonlighting Doctor, Jax Reyes, The Poor Traveler, and Amanda Griffin-Jacob spill their favorite holiday trips, mishaps, and more

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'TIS THE SEASON TO HAVE THE BEST HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE AT NEWPORT WORLD RESORTS

The most wonderful time of the year has arrived, casting Newport World Resorts in festive cheer, cozy staycations, and seasonal events across the property.

Catriona Gray on Chelsea Manalo: I'm really proud of her

Former Miss Universe Catriona Gray shared her thoughts on the recently concluded Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico, expressing pride in the Philippines' representative, Chelsea Manalo, despite her not advancing to the Top 12.

JONATHAN ROUMIE ON PLAYING JESUS IN 'THE CHOSEN': MY LIFE WAS COMPLETELY CHANGED

AMERICAN ACTOR Jonathan Roumie has shared how his life got \"completely changed\" after being cast as Jesus in the most popular faith-based series, \"The Chosen\"

'Gladiator 3' already in works, says director

LOS ANGELES - Ridley Scott's long-awaited \"Gladiator\" sequel has not even hit US theaters yet, but the veteran director is already hard at work on a third installment.

Say It Clear Say It Loud is a love letter to the world

I wanted to create a stronger presence for the LGBT community in relevant social spaces so our messages of hope, love, acceptance, and equality can be heard loud and clear.

EDDIE ROMERO'S 'GANITO' SELECTED FOR UNESCO MEMORY OF THE WORLD

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ROBINSONS ARTABLADO PRESENTS VICSON APOSTOL'S 'HOME'

For Filipino artist Vicson Apostol, the idea of \"home\" transcends the confines of walls and roofs.

THE LITERATURE OF THE FUTURE

I was in Dumaguete last week for a seminar organized by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines to encourage local authors and publishers to break out into the international market, following through on our participation at the Frankfurt Book Fair.

LITERATURE BOTH SPECTRAL & REALISTIC: PH gears up for primetime in 2025 Frankfurt book fair

With a theme inspired by the specter-laden Sisa chapter of Noli Me Tangere - \"The Imagination Peoples the Air\" - this moment celebrates our nation's ability to weave the spectral and the realistic into vibrant narratives.