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Ilocos Norte logs 115 new dengue cases

SAN ILDEFONSO, ILOCOS SUR, Philippines — The province of Ilocos Norte recorded 115 new dengue cases in Morbidity Week 37 or mid-September, bringing the province’s total to 2,013 since January this year, according to the Provincial Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (PESU). The PE

Marcos, Angara honor exemplary teachers during Metrobank awards event

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Education Secretary Sonny Angara praised on Tuesday two teachers who were among the recipients of the 2026 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos awards, during a conferment ceremony at Malacañan Palace. The recognit

Qatari mediators press peace deal between US and Iran

Qatar said on Tuesday it hopes that shuttle diplomacy between Iran and the US can lead to a breakthrough despite US President Donald Trump's denial of media reports that he was willing to ease sanctions and release frozen funds in exchange for Iranian concessions on its nuclear p

Most wanted person in Ilocos Sur town falls

SAN ILDEFONSO, ILOCOS SUR, Philippines — Police arrested the top municipal-level most wanted person in Cervantes town in this province on Tuesday, Sept. 29, as the Ilocos Sur Police Provincial Office (ISPPO) intensified its campaign against wanted persons. The 22-year-old suspect

Cayetano to Dizon: ‘Nasaan ang paninindigan mo?’

MANILA, Philippines — Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Tuesday questioned Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon’s clarification that no Taguig project was among the 10 “conclusive” ghost projects identified nationwide, saying the secretary should stand by his earlier st

Transport strike to continue for second day, Piston says

The Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at Opereytor Nationwide (Piston) said its transport strike will push through for a second day to press the government to act on the plight of jeepney drivers amid rising oil prices.

OCD launches 7-point agenda, infra plan for disaster resilience

MANILA, Philippines — The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) is set to launch a seven-point resilience agenda and an infrastructure development plan aimed at strengthening the country’s disaster preparedness and response capabilities as it marks its 72nd anniversary. OCD Deputy Admini

VP backers resort to ad hominem, sexism to cover for issues

MANILA, Philippines — The reason why supporters of Vice President Sara Duterte resort to personal attacks and sexist remarks when criticizing individuals linked to the prosecution panel is that they try to avoid discussions on glaring issues, past and present, the House lawmakers

No jackpot winners in Sept. 29 PCSO lotto draws

MANILA, Philippines — No bettor won the jackpots in the three major lotto games drawn Tuesday, Sept. 29, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO). The Ultra Lotto 6/58 winning combination was 12-20-31-55-38-18 for a jackpot of ₱344.76 million. No ticket match

At UN, developing nations call for bigger say in shaping AI future

Developing nations are demanding a greater role in shaping the rules governing artificial intelligence, warning that a technology poised to transform economies could instead deepen global inequalities if its development and regulation remain concentrated in wealthy countries.

Senators to DOT: Keep ‘Love the Philippines’

Senators have asked the Department of Tourism to stand by its present “Love the Philippines” campaign so it can catch up with the gains of the previous and successful “Wow Philippines” and “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” slogans.

DENR: Clean energy vital to national security, sovereignty

Transitioning to renewable power is essential to protecting the Philippines against international supply shocks and geopolitical instability, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources said.

‘VP can’t be compelled to admit bank accounts’

The Senate impeachment court yesterday denied the prosecution’s request for admission to compel Vice President Sara Duterte to admit to some pieces of evidence, including the ownership of bank accounts, as it will be equivalent to self-incrimination.

Action pushed vs gender-based violence online

With over 60 million micro, small and medium enterprises in Southeast Asia owned or managed by women, President Marcos is pushing for measures designed to address women’s limited access to capital and digital financial services,.

Gatchalian vows to block Sandigan budget cut

Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian has vowed to block a proposed P551-million budget cut for the Sandiganbayan, arguing that the anti-graft court needs more funding to handle a surge of high-profile cases involving lawmakers.

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