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MMDA: Higher fines a deterrent to traffic offenses

Higher fines will prevent motorists from violating traffic rules, according to a Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) official.

QC's No. 2 most wanted nabbed

The second most wanted fugitive who has been tagged in shooting incidents in Quezon City was arrested last Friday morning.

100 OFWs to get housing grant approvals under 4PH

At least 100 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and their families are set to receive grant approvals for their housing applications under the Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program, according to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), after the agency, the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development and the Home Development Mutual Fund (Pag-IBIG) inked a joint memorandum circular (JMC) last Thursday at the DHSUD central office in Quezon City.

Man shot dead over parking dispute in Manila

A man was shot dead by another man who was competing with him to get a customer for a parking space outside a commercial establishment in Ermita, Manila before noon yesterday.

Valenzuela, Pasig gov'ts donate P24.5 M to Kristine-hit localities

The Valenzuela City and Pasig City governments are donating a total of P24.5 million in financial assistance to provinces badly affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.

Raps filed vs 5 Nigerians nabbed for kidnapping

Criminal cases have been filed against five Nigerians who were arrested in Angeles City, Pampanga on Thursday for allegedly kidnapping their compatriot.

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To deter illegal entry into the EDSA busway, the Department of Transportation is considering reversing the traffic flow.

UP slips in Asia rankings

The University of the Philippines retained its distinction as the top university in the country though it slid eight spots in the Asia rankings of the education think tank Quacquarelli Symonds (QS).

Pimentel urges BBM to rejoin ICC

Senate minority leader Aquilino Pimentel III has urged President Marcos to rejoin the International Criminal Court (ICC) following congressional investigations on alleged state-sanctioned killings during the previous administration.

How rice growing in the Phl went wrong

Alex Quinones has been a rice farmer in the Philippines for almost five decades - last summer was the first time his field dried up, forcing many of his neighbors to swap farm life for street sweeping.

GCash suffers glitch, money safe

E-wallet leader GCash has assured its millions of users that their money remains safe in the app, as reports flooded social media of unauthorized cash transfers leading to balance depletion.

Raided BPO company denies it is a POGO hub

Over a week after it was raided by law enforcement agents, a business process outsourcing (BPO) company broke its silence and vowed to clear its name from allegations by the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) that it is involved in illegal activities.

BBM to attend reception for cruise tourism conference

President Marcos will welcome delegates from the cruise and tourism industry across the world to the Seatrade Cruise Asia 2024 conference, which will be hosted by the Philippines this month, announced the Department of Tourism (DOT).

Panglao, Palawan cited by UK travel firms

Two tourist destinations in the Philippines were recently recognized by international travel firms in the United Kingdom.

Palace allows one-time rice aid to uniformed personnel

President Marcos has authorized the one-time grant of rice assistance to all members of the military and other uniformed services, citing their key roles in maintaining peace and public safety.

Barge disasters prompt calls to shift away from fossil fuels

Environmental group Center for Energy, Ecology and Development (CEED) on Friday asked the government to hasten the country's transition away from fossil fuels and to strengthen measures to protect marine and coastal environments from pollution, after Severe Tropical Storm Kristine triggered two coal barge spills in Sorsogon and Zambales.

Quad comm still hopeful of Duterte attendance

The quad committee of the House of Representatives remains hopeful former president Rodrigo Duterte will change his mind and attend the panel's next hearing on extrajudicial killings and the bloody drug war during his administration.

New Phl maritime laws get US backing, anger China

The United States has lauded the Philippines' enactment of the Maritime Zones Act that seeks to further buttress the country's sovereign rights over its waters, particularly the West Philippine Sea, in accordance with international law.

Canada on high alert for migrants fleeing US

Canadian authorities said Friday they're on \"high alert,\" with all eyes on the US border as the country braces for a possible influx of migrants from the United States.

Comelec pushes for 'zero failure' in 2025 elections

The Commission on Elections said it will push for \"zero failure\" in the May 2025 national, local and Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections.

DICT warns of rampant Yuletide text scams

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has warned the public against rampant text scams, especially this coming Christmas season.

Palace to CEZA: Ensure POGO ban followed

Malacañang has directed the Cagayan Economic Zone Authority (CEZA) to comply with the ban on Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) and internet gaming licensees (IGLs), entities whose operations were deemed of \"high reputational risks.\"

Nika to make landfall; another LPA monitored

Tropical storm Nika could intensify into a severe tropical storm as it was forecast to make landfall and tread Luzon tomorrow, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

After 2-year hiatus, Aicelle Santos makes 'Himala' comeback

After a two-year hiatus filled with life's greatest blessings, Aicelle Santos is returning to the stage in a role that has solidified her as one of the Philippines' most revered musical talents.

COCO MARTIN PAYS HOMAGE TO ROOTS WITH NEW BUSINESS VENTURE

IF YOU HAVE BEEN READING THIS SPACE FOR a while, you know I am keen on featuring people, happenings, and anything that could make the entertainment industry a better place. This week, we are giving the spotlight to the Primetime King himself, Coco Martin.

Ke Huy Quan in his first major lead role in Jonathan Eusebio's 'Love Hurts'

No matter how hard you try, you can't break up with your past. Acclaimed Fil-Am stunt coordinator Jonathan Eusebio, whose work includes \"Black Panther,\" the \"John Wick\" films, \"The Matrix Resurrections,\" and more, makes his feature film directorial debut in \"Love Hurts.\"

Paddington 'high jinx' is back in third movie: Bonneville

Paddington is back and he has lost none of his \"charm\" and \"high jinx,\" according to Hugh Bonneville who again guides the trouble-prone bear through the third film in the hit series.