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The Philippine Star

Marcos visits Cam Sur evacuees

President Marcos personally checked on the condition of evacuees in Naga City, Camarines Sur on Saturday, promising that the government will continue with its assistance, as he ordered the resumption of the Bicol River Basin Development Program (BRBDP) following severe flooding in the region.

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October 27, 2024
The Philippine Star

Phl to host int'l conference on women, peace and security

The country is all set to host the International Conference on Women, Peace and Security (ICWPS) from Oct. 28 to 30, highlighting the nation's commitment to help promote, protect and empower women across the globe, presidential peace adviser Carlito Galvez, Jr. said yesterday.

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October 27, 2024
The Philippine Star

DSWD sending more food packs to Naga

The Department of Social Welfare and Development is preparing to send 5,000 more family food packs (FFPs) to Naga City, one of the areas hardest hit by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian said yesterday.

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October 27, 2024
The Philippine Star

DBM advances bonus, cash gifts to gov't workers

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) is advancing the release of bonuses and cash gifts to government workers.

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October 27, 2024
The Philippine Star

Rody, Bato ready for Senate drug war probe

It's definitely a go for former president Rodrigo Duterte at tomorrow's Senate Blue Ribbon subcommittee hearing on his deadly drug war, according to Sen. Ronald dela Rosa, who may also have to answer allegations of his complicity in the thousands of deaths that became the trademark of the crackdown against illegal drugs.

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October 27, 2024
The Philippine Star

Calls for help pouring in as floods not subsiding

Rescuers in regions hardest hit by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine raced yesterday to reach people still stranded in areas made inaccessible by flooding, as disaster officials confirmed 81 deaths and almost half a million people displaced.

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October 27, 2024
The Philippine Star

Batangas in state of calamity as more bodies found

Following extensive damage caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, the Batangas provincial government has declared a state of calamity across the entire province.

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October 27, 2024
The Philippine Star

OCD: 4 countries sending air assets for relief operations

Four countries will send their air assets to the Philippines to assist in relief operations in areas devastated by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said yesterday.

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October 27, 2024
The Philippine Star

Marcos backs shift to greener transport system

Citing the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters due to climate change, President Marcos has renewed his commitment to shift to a greener transport system in the country.

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October 27, 2024
The Philippine Star

Another tropical storm threatens to enter PAR

Another tropical storm was forecast to enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) last night and could intensify into a typhoon category in the next few days.

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October 27, 2024
The Philippine Star

'SINE SINDAK' HORROR FILM FESTIVAL HOPES TO BRING AUDIENCES BACK TO CINEMAS

WILL THE HORROR GENRE bring the audiences back to theaters?

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October 26, 2024
MTRCB recommends TV5's 'Ang Himala Ni Niño'
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MTRCB recommends TV5's 'Ang Himala Ni Niño'

\"Ang Himala Ni Niño,\" TV5's new family drama series, brings a positive tone to TV viewing with its heartwarming stories that highlight values such as faith, love, resilience and hope.

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October 26, 2024
How social media is helping Singaporean artists Regina Song, WHYLUCAS reach global audiences
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How social media is helping Singaporean artists Regina Song, WHYLUCAS reach global audiences

Emerging Singaporean artists Regina Song and WHYLUCAS gave credit to social media for helping their songs, the cutest pair and Fall, gain listeners in the international scene during an exclusive interview with The STAR on the sidelines of \"DISTRICT M: A Marina Central Festival.\"

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October 26, 2024
CHELSEA MANALO SHARES COMPETITION STRATEGY
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CHELSEA MANALO SHARES COMPETITION STRATEGY

FOR UPCOMING MISS UNIVERSE

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October 26, 2024
WILCON DEPOT SHINES WITH TRIPLE WINS AT OFR AWARDS 2024
The Philippine Star

WILCON DEPOT SHINES WITH TRIPLE WINS AT OFR AWARDS 2024

Wilcon Depot, under the brilliant leadership of founder and chairman emeritus Dr. William Belo, alongside president and CEO Lorraine Belo-Cincochan and SEVP-COO Rosemarie Bosch-Ong, continues to shine brightly in the retail landscape, clinching a remarkable triple victory at this year's Outstanding Filipino Retailers (OFR) Awards.

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October 26, 2024
Delivering the signature Rockwell experience to the City of Smiles
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Delivering the signature Rockwell experience to the City of Smiles

There's something about Bacolod that excites the senses, warms the heart, and refreshes the soul.

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October 26, 2024
OLD TOWN TAAL: A HOP, SKIP AND JUMP AWAY FROM MANILA
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OLD TOWN TAAL: A HOP, SKIP AND JUMP AWAY FROM MANILA

Visit to Taal, Batangas maybe 15 years ago left me with the pleasant memory of a small, charming hill town, awash with history and heritage homes that benefitted from a healthy population of local individuals interested in preserving these for posterity, converting them into house museums, restaurants and characterful accommodations.

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October 26, 2024
The Philippine Star

BSP, German firm partner for currency management

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has teamed up with German government banknotes printer Bundesdruckerei GmbH for payments and currency management in the country.

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October 26, 2024
The Philippine Star

Phl seeks more concessional financing from World Bank

The Philippines is seeking more concessional financing from the Washington-based World Bank to fund the country's priority projects.

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October 26, 2024
The Philippine Star

SEC taps Komunidad for sustainability report submission

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has tapped climate data and analytics software company Komunidad Global Services & Operations Philippines Inc. to facilitate the submission of sustainability reports by publicly listed companies.

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October 26, 2024
TCL Unveils the NXTFRAME TV: Where Art Meets Technology
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TCL Unveils the NXTFRAME TV: Where Art Meets Technology

TCL, a leading consumer electronics company, has launched its revolutionary NXTFRAME TV A300 Series, a groundbreaking innovation that blurs the lines between art and technology.

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October 26, 2024
The Philippine Star

TALES OF EPIC COMEBACKS

Pogoy and Tenorio are in the Last Dance for the first time after their inspiring comebacks from myocarditis and colon cancer, respectively, and will cherish every moment of it.

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October 26, 2024
DICT on cybersecurity woes: 'We're not being given the proper ammunition'
The Philippine Star

DICT on cybersecurity woes: 'We're not being given the proper ammunition'

Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Ivan John Uy said that the ability to defend a country's cyber infrastructure requires good intel, which the Philippines currently lacks.

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October 26, 2024
PLDT Home uncaps 5G+ experience with Home WiFi
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PLDT Home uncaps 5G+ experience with Home WiFi

PLDT Home ushers a new era of 5G technology in the country with the new PLDT Home WiFi 5G+, capable of delivering uncapped speeds of up to 1.5 Gbps at the ground-breaking introductory price of only P1,495.

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October 26, 2024
The Philippine Star

REDISCOVERING BEYBLADE: My experience at the GGP Freeplay event

Sometimes, you stumble upon something that hits you with a wave of pure nostalgia. That's exactly what happened when I walked into the Beyblade X Freeplay event hosted by Gamer Girls Philippines at SideQuest: Cafe + Hobby Lounge in Capital Commons.

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October 26, 2024
It's Call of Duty weekend and it is the cheapest it can get - but at what cost?
The Philippine Star

It's Call of Duty weekend and it is the cheapest it can get - but at what cost?

Subscribers to PC Game Pass and Game Pass Premium win, but what's at stake for Xbox?

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October 26, 2024
The Philippine Star

DITO adds a feather to its RedCap

\"As we introduce this new technology in the market, we want to debunk the notion that 5G is only for the elite or privileged. This product will make 5G more accessible to everyone, especially for the underserved market.\"

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October 26, 2024
The Philippine Star

Lessons from next-gen leaders

As the global environment becomes more unpredictable and complex, a new type of leader, the next generation leader (NGL), has emerged during these times of adversity.

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October 26, 2024
The Philippine Star

BDO, Podium Complex merger gets BSP nod

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has approved the merger of BDO Unibank Inc. and the Podium Complex Inc.

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October 26, 2024
RJ Guitars is first local guitar brand to invade US
The Philippine Star

RJ Guitars is first local guitar brand to invade US

After almost 40 years of guitar-making experience, RJ Guitars is the first Philippine guitar brand to break into the US market.

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October 26, 2024