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Poe continues relief ops, prepares for future typhoons

Sen. Grace Poe yesterday met with her team leaders to coordinate the transport of about 3,000 food packs from Manila for victims of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine in Camarines Norte.

Laguindingan airport concession deal signed

The government and Aboitiz InfraCapital Inc. yesterday signed a 30-year concession deal for the Laguindingan International Airport public-private partnership project, the first unsolicited proposal awarded by the Department of Transportation under the present administration.

SC asked: Void Taguig ordinance increasing council seats

The Supreme Court (SC) was urged yesterday to declare void and unconstitutional an ordinance passed by Taguig increasing the number of city councilors from eight to 12 per district.

DOTr sees 4.5 M Undas travelers

Around 4.5 million Filipinos are expected to travel during All Saints' and All Souls' Days this week, according to the Department of Transportation (DOTr).

Taguig wins award for breast cancer program

The Taguig City government has earned a Galing Pook award for its breast cancer control program dubbed \"Ating Dibdibin.\"

PNP: 18,000 cops deployed for Undas

Over 18,000 Philippine National Police personnel will be deployed to secure the observance of All Saints' and All Souls' Days, the PNP announced yesterday.

DepEd teachers get free legal aid from IBP

Public school teachers as well as non-teaching personnel will now receive free legal assistance in work-related disputes.

PCSO hikes jackpot to boost revenue

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has increased the minimum prize of all lotto games to a steep P90 million, as part of a marketing campaign to boost gaming revenue and charity funds.

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PEDDLER OF HOPE

Roque faces human trafficking charge over POGO links

Former presidential spokesman Harry Roque is facing a complaint for qualified human trafficking before the Department of Justice (DOJ) over his alleged links to the raided Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hub in Porac, Pampanga.

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An outstanding Filipino soldier's story

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Lifting the veil

The revelations coming out of the hearings in Congress, both the House and the Senate, are nothing short of shocking.

Waiting for indictment

Finally facing a congressional investigation, former president Rodrigo Duterte delivered a mouthful yesterday, refusing to leave the Senate even after spending eight hours before the Blue Ribbon subcommittee.

Plea deal: KOJC also involved in visa fraud

Aside from facilitating sham marriages, the Kingdom of Jesus Christ also implemented a visa fraud scheme in the United States, where dozens of KOJC members were directed to apply for student visas to extend their stay.

US announces P450-M funding for PCG modernization

The United States has announced an $8-million, or P450-million, new funding for the modernization of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG).

Marcos signs joint circular vs hunger

President Marcos yesterday vowed to ensure that no community would be left behind in the campaign against poverty as the government and international organizations signed a joint memorandum circular that aims to strengthen measures to curb hunger in the Philippines.

DENR, SM, AND PARTNERS LEAD THE CHARGE TO SAVE ENDANGERED SPECIES

The Philippines, a biodiversity hotspot, faces a pressing conservation crisis. Six species, including the pangolin, Philippine eagle, tamaraw, Philippine turtle, cockatoo, and dugong, are teetering on the brink of extinction due to human activities like illegal hunting, poaching, and habitat destruction.

BBM praises Metrobank Medallion of Excellence awardees

President Marcos awarded on Monday the Medallion of Excellence to 10 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos, urging them to continue to be the catalysts of change.

Rainy Undas seen; Leon may become super typhoon

Severe Tropical Storm Leon is expected to bring stormy weather during the observance of All Saints' and All Souls' Days this week, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

Sara could face impeachment over fund misuse

• Squad made up of gangsters, not police • Rody takes full legal, moral responsibility for drug war • Garma lying, no reward system

Angelo King Foundation donation kickstarts Damayan fund drive

Operation Damayan, The Philippine STAR's humanitarian arm, received a P1-million donation from Angelo King Foundation Inc., spearheading its fund drive for families affected by the recent onslaught of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.

Trust in Marcos down in Q3 - SWS poll

Pollster Social Weather Stations (SWS) has confirmed a commissioned survey showing a seven-point drop in the trust ratings of President Marcos.

Pope prays for Kristine victims in Phl

Pope Francis has offered prayers for Filipinos affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.

Palace: Phl safer under Marcos

The Philippines is safer and the people are more secure than ever under President Marcos, Malacañang asserted yesterday, contrary to claims by former president Rodrigo Duterte at a Senate hearing that crime has become rampant in the country.

THESE ACTS 'MAKES ART PRESENT

Explaining her curatorial process for the MO_Space exhibition \"These Acts,\" Eya Beldia cites the writer and researcher Eileen Legaspi-Ramirez: \"Curation is about making art present.\"

AboitizPower to invest in 'smarter' facilities

Aboitiz Power Corp. is transforming its business by investing more in digital technologies in line with efforts to increase the efficiency of its power plants while reducing operational costs.

DODGERS GO 2-0 IN WORLD SERIES

LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Dodgers took a 2-0 stranglehold on the World Series after defeating the New York Yankees on Saturday but a worrying injury to Japanese star Shohei Ohtani took the shine off the 4-2 victory.

Investing in people delivers the best ROI

Last week, I went to a local trade fair to support my youngest daughter's new business. Bella-who's tried her hand at being an influencer - is now venturing into the perfume business. Along with her cousins Gab and Alonso, she's launched the perfume brand Bon Voyage.

Mad, mad world

It's amusing to see the camps of the ex-besties daring each other to have their heads examined, and to undergo follicle drug testing.