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Oct 15
18:02
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
No talks of Dy being prepped as VP: Too premature, says Luistro, Garin
MANILA, Philippines — Two ranking lawmakers from the House of Representatives have shot down rumors that Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III is being considered as the replacement for Vice President Sara Duterte, …
Oct 15
18:02
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Angara boosts school mental health programs with joint caravan
MANILA, Philippines — Education Secretary Sonny Angara led the expansion of the Department of Education’s (DepEd) nationwide mental health and well-being initiatives, coinciding with the nationwide observance of Mental Health Awareness Month …
PH
Oct 15
18:02
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Ex-Northern Samar solon Raul Daza passes away, family confirms
MANILA, Philippines — Former Northern Samar first district Rep. Raul Daza has passed away at the age of 91, his family confirmed on Thursday. In a statement, Daza’s family said that the …
PH
Oct 15
17:28
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
UST taker tops docs exam
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) on Thursday announced that 4,165 out of 4,447 examinees passed the October 2026 Physician Licensure Exam.Results were announced four days after its final day.The top 10 passers …
Oct 15
17:26
PH GMA Network
Philippines
Philippines calls out Chinese envoy over 'use of force' remark
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Thursday urged Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan to exercise greater restraint in his public statements after remarks that conveyed a “thinly veiled threat” of using force.
Oct 15
17:23
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
DFA calls out Chinese envoy over ‘veiled threat’ against Philippines
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Thursday evening called out Chinese Ambassador to Manila Jing Quan for issuing a "thinly veiled threat of the use of force" in …
Oct 15
16:20
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Mindanao politician tagged in drug bust
A MINDANAO politician from an opposition party financed the chartered private plane that carried 521 kilograms of suspected shabu (crystal meth) worth P3.54 billion seized in Laos, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency …
Oct 15
16:19
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Senators, Palace reject VP’s budget charge
SENATORS and the Palace on Thursday rejected Vice President Sara Duterte’s suggestions that the proposed 2027 national budget could be used to pressure senator-judges in her impeachment trial to vote to convict …
Oct 15
16:18
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Ombudsman warns against paid online propaganda
OMBUDSMAN Jesus Crispin Remulla warned the public against paid social media propaganda aimed at misleading Filipinos about corruption cases, saying money, political connections and online manipulation would not stop the government from …
Oct 15
16:17
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Surigao Sentinel drill tests eastern seaboard defenses
THE Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) will test its territorial defense capabilities along the country’s eastern seaboard through joint military and interagency exercises, including a counter-landing live-fire drill, maritime air-strike operations …
Oct 15
16:16
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Experts argue against blanket social media ban for kids
THERE is no clear scientific evidence that social media directly cause young people to become more violent, mental health and child protection specialists said on Thursday, pointing to family dynamics, school environments …
PH
Oct 15
16:14
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
BOC, CFO team up to protect OFWs
THE Bureau of Customs (BOC) is seeking to require balikbayan box forwarders and deconsolidators to secure accreditation and post a minimum of P2-million bond to protect overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from missing, …
Oct 15
16:13
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Go seeks bigger budget for sports devt
SEN. Bong Go has called for increased government funding for sports development and tougher action against game-fixing in professional leagues, saying Filipino athletes need sustained support to compete internationally while sports organizations …
Oct 15
16:11
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
‘2028 polls crucial to PH defense policy’
DEFENSE Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. warned that a slowdown in the implementation of the country’s defense policy could weaken its ability to resist Chinese aggression and expansionism, and that the 2028 elections …
Oct 15
16:10
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
3 agencies push digitally notarized documents
Filipinos can soon have documents notarized electronically as the Supreme Court rolls out a nationwide e-notarization system on October 19, aiming to streamline legal transactions and improve access to government services.The SC …
Oct 15
16:07
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Onion ‘cartel’ fined P1.76B
THE Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has imposed a P1.76-billion fine on members of a cartel linked to the surge in onion prices in 2022.​The sanctioned firms include Golden Shine International Freight Forwarders …
Oct 15
16:06
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Govt sees operational NSCR by 2027
THE Department of Transportation (DOTr) said Thursday that it is working hard to make the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) operational by the end of 2027.​“Building a modern transport system of this scale …
Oct 15
16:02
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
LTFRB eyes special bus route
​THE Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) said it is conducting a feasibility study with the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) for new bus routes from Antipolo City to Manila.​"Our initial …
PH
Oct 15
16:01
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
DSWD vows to step up fight vs poverty, hunger
THE Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) vowed to further boost its initiatives against poverty and hunger.The DSWD made the commitment after a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey showed that self-rated …
PH
Oct 15
16:00
PH PhilStar Global
Philippines
Lotto 6/58 pot almost P400 million
The jackpot prize for the Ultra Lotto 6/58 is almost breaching the P400-million threshold, as the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office expects the pot in tonight’s draw to hit P399 million.
PH
Oct 15
16:00
PH PhilStar Global
Philippines
PITX: Asean long weekend may affect travel schedules
Fewer travelers are expected to flock to the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange for the Undas break, in light of the five-day long weekend in Metro Manila to make way for the 49th …
Oct 15
13:52
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
MHTC, Maybank kerjasama perluas akses perkhidmatan kesihatan Malaysia serata Asean
Kerjasama berbilang tahun ini akan menghubungkan pelanggan Maybank di rantau ini dengan perkhidmatan kesihatan Malaysia, serta rancangan untuk berkembang ke lebih banyak pasaran mulai 2027.
Oct 15
13:48
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Former solon Raul Daza dies at 91
MANILA, Philippines — Lawyer, accountant and former politician Raul Aguila Daza has died, his family announced in a social media post on Thursday.He was 91.Daza spent more than five decades in public …
Oct 15
13:01
PH GMA Network
Philippines
DOJ: Philippines has yet to criminalize foreign interference
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday said the Philippines has yet to enact a law specifically defining and criminalizing foreign interference, pointing to gaps in existing espionage laws.
PH
Oct 15
12:59
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
MHTC, Maybank partner to expand access to Malaysian healthcare across Asean
The multi-year partnership will connect Maybank customers across the region with Malaysia’s healthcare services, with plans to expand into more markets from 2027.
Oct 15
12:48
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
High chance of Friday rains in Visayas, Mindanao, Palawan, Bicol
MANILA, Philippines — The chance of rains on Friday was high in the Visayas, Mindanao, Palawan, and Bicol, said the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).Pagasa Weather Specialist Loriedin de …
PH
Oct 15
12:17
CN South China Morning Post
China
Laos private jet bust reveals how Mekong meth slips past borders
A private jet hired from Malaysia – seemingly destined for the Philippines – but stopped on the tarmac by Laos’ drug police who found suitcases stuffed with 512kg of crystal methamphetamine, has …
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
‘Paldo ka na’: Recanter in Romualdez case allegedly got paid, court told
MANILA, Philippines — A purported bagman-turned-witness told the Sandiganbayan Third Division on Thursday that he ribbed one of the former members of so-called “Maleta boys” that he hit the jackpot when the …
PH
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Hazardous haze seen in 8 Philippine areas – DENR
MANILA, Philippines — A hazardous haze was observed in eight areas in the country on Thursday, Oct. 15, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) said. In its 12 …
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
NBI chief dares Sara Duterte’s camp to file case over bias claims
MANILA, Philippines — National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag on Thursday challenged Vice President Sara Duterte to file a case against him if her camp believes he is acting improperly …
PH
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Palace: Marcos ‘trusts’ son Sandro’s decision on political party switch
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. trusts his son, House Majority Leader Ferdinand Alexander “Sandro” Marcos, to make the right decision about his political affiliation, Palace press officer Claire Castro said …
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Before ‘maleta,’ durabox used to haul alleged kickbacks, Sandiganbayan told
MANILA, Philippines — Prior to suitcases (maleta), the purported bagmen of former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co used durable plastic boxes called “duraboxes” to haul cash intended for alleged kickbacks. This is …
PH
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Palace: No talks on Sara Duterte replacement yet ‘out of respect’
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has yet to discuss a replacement for Vice President Sara Duterte in the event of her conviction in the impeachment trial, out of respect for …
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Former Senate leader Koko Pimentel calls for respect for PWDs
MANILA, Philippines — Former Senate President Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III on Thursday appealed to the public, especially to content creators, to respect the dignity of persons with disabilities (PWDs). Pimentel made the …
PH
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
1PWD party-list filing complaint vs Machong Chismisan hosts
MANILA, Philippines — 1PWD party-list Rep. JD Castro said that his group will file a complaint before the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) against Machong Chismisan podcast hosts over their insensitive remarks …
PH
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
DOJ reports five pending espionage-related cybercrime cases
MANILA, Philippines — At least five espionage-related cybercrime cases are pending before regional trial courts (RTCs) in Makati, Pasay and Manila, a Department of Justice official said Thursday. During a Senate hearing …
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Solons hit podcast for making fun of differently abled persons
MANILA, Philippines — Three lawmakers from the House of Representatives have called out a podcast after one of their hosts mocked Joshua Aquino, queen of all media Kris Aquino’s son who was …
PH
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Sotto shrugs off, Trillanes denies alleged ‘maleta’ deliveries
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Pro Tempore Vicente Sotto III on Thursday shrugged off allegations that he received suitcases filled with cash, while former Sen. Sonny Trillanes outright denied the claim. Sotto …
PH
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Only DTI-approved promos can replace 20% senior discount, says lawyer
MANILA, Philippines—Senior citizens rights advocate and lawyer Romulo Macalintal on Thursday said that the mandatory 20-percent discount for senior citizens could only be waived if an establishment’s promotional price is approved by …
PH
Oct 15
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
NBI chief details 3 more ‘misdeclared’ Sara Duterte properties
MANILA, Philippines — National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag on Thursday detailed three more alleged properties of Vice President Sara Duterte that were supposedly misdeclared in her Statements of Assets, …
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