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politics
Ejercito: Prioritize water impounding facilities for Super El Niño
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture and other related government agencies should prioritize setting up water impounding facilities to prepare for the impact of the so-called Super El…
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general
Batangas police file murder raps vs 8 suspects in village chief’s slay
LUCENA CITY — The Batangas Police Provincial Office (BPPO) filed a murder complaint on Oct. 21 against eight suspects in the killing of village chief Dennis Austria in Sto. Tomas City, Batangas…
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politics
Senate finance panel approves DBM’s P2.9-B budget for 2027
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate finance subcommittee approved the proposed P2.9-billion 2027 budget of the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and its attached agencies on Thursday. The…
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politics
NBI probes another company linked to Sara Duterte, husband – Matibag
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is probing another company allegedly linked to Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Atty. Manases Carpio, as part of its…
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general
Super Typhoon Rosal weakens into typhoon Thursday afternoon
MANILA, Philippines — Super Typhoon Rosal, internationally known as Champi, weakened into a typhoon Thursday afternoon, Oct. 22, the state weather bureau reported. In its weather advisory, the…
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politics
Bataan mayors oppose revival of mothballed nuke plant
ORION, Bataan – The Bataan chapter of the League of Municipalities of the Philippines remains opposed to the national government’s plan to rehabilitate and eventually operate the mothballed…
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politics
Ejercito asks House: Don’t recall the approved 2027 budget
MANILA, Philippines — Senate Finance chairperson JV Ejercito on Thursday appealed to the House of Representatives not to recall its version of the 2027 House General Appropriations Bill (HGAB). This…
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politics
Gatchalian: Senate will comply with SC ruling on budgets’ unconstitutionality
MANILA, Philippines—While saying that the Senate will comply with the Supreme Court’s ruling, Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian on Thursday expressed concern over its decision to strike down certain…
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general
Pasay cop faces Napolcom complaint over partner’s abuse claims
MANILA, Philippines — A Pasay cop faces a complaint from the National Police Commission (Napolcom) after his live-in partner accused him of repeatedly beating and threatening her throughout their…
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politics
Marcos must be held accountable for SC ruling on previous budgets – solon
MANILA, Philippines — ACT Teachers party-list Antonio Tinio on Thursday believes that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. must be held accountable for implementing the 2024, 2025 and 2026 national budgets…
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politics
DBM: Stricter vetting process for infra projects in 2027 budget
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Thursday assured the public that it has adopted a stricter vetting process for infrastructure projects included in the proposed…
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sports
Zaldy Co gave Martin Romualdez a shirt as gift, not ‘maleta’ – witness
MANILA, Philippines — A prosecution witness told the Sandiganbayan Third Division on Thursday that he saw former Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co give a shirt as a “gift” to former House Speaker…
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general
NBI probes foreigners’ ‘fraudulently procured’ PH citizenship papers
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has launched a nationwide probe into foreigners’ fraudulent procurement of birth certificates, passports and other documents used as…
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general
OSG wants pause on use of 2026 funds affected by SC budget ruling
MANILA, Philippines — Solicitor General Darlene Berberabe on Thursday advised the executive branch to defer the use of certain 2026 budget funds while awaiting the final ruling of the Supreme Court…
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general
Undas 2026: PNP on full alert starting Oct. 30
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) said it will be on full alert nationwide from Oct. 30 to Nov. 2 ahead of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, or Undas, with over 140,000…
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general
Alcantara’s office has ‘secret room’ for alleged kickbacks – witness
MANILA, Philippines — State witness and former Public Works-Bulacan District Engineer Henry Alcantara has a “secret room” in his office where the money for alleged kickbacks were counted and stored. A…
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general
Marvic Leonen’s CJ agenda: Curb corruption, declog court dockets
MANILA, Philippines — Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen said cleaning the ranks and decongesting court dockets would be his top priorities if he is named the next chief justice…
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general
LIST: Canceled ferry trips Thursday afternoon due to Rosal
MANILA, Philippines — Several ferry trips were canceled on Thursday afternoon, Oct. 22, due to rough seas brought by Super Typhoon Rosal, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) said. In its 12 p.m…
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general
PDEA: ‘No evidence’ pointing to a ton of intercepted shabu bound for PH
MANILA, Philippines — It is inconclusive to claim that a vessel carrying more than a ton of shabu (methamphetamine) intercepted by Thai authorities was headed to the Philippines. This statement comes…
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general
OSG to question SC’s ‘judicial overreach’ in budget ruling
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) will question whether the Supreme Court (SC) committed “judicial overreach” in its ruling declaring certain provisions of the 2024, 2025…
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general
Solons to House: Recall approved 2027 budget bill declared unconstitutional
MANILA, Philippines — Makabayan bloc lawmakers on Thursday urged the House of Representatives to recall the approved P7.2-trillion budget bill. This call comes following the declaration of the Supreme…
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general
Agusan del Sur bets big on upland coffee in logged highlands
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Where chainsaws and slash-and-burn farming once tore through ancestral frontiers, provincial leaders are now betting that specialty coffee can brew an economic…
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general
LIST: Metro Manila, Rizal areas with water interruptions | Oct. 22-30
MANILA, Philippines — Several areas in Metro Manila and Rizal will experience water service interruptions beginning Thursday, Oct. 22, as Maynilad Water Services Inc. and Manila Water Co. conduct…
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general
Ex-Bangsamoro lawmaker tagged as mastermind in foiled drug haul – PDEA
MANILA, Philippines – The individual previously identified as the financial backer of an intercepted P3.5-billion shipment of shabu (methamphetamine) from Laos is now considered the “mastermind”…
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general
Walang Pasok: Oct. 23 class, gov’t work suspensions due to Rosal
MANILA, Philippines — Face-to-face classes in several areas have been suspended on Friday, Oct. 23, due to the expected impacts of Typhoon Rosal. This is a running list of class suspensions: The…
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science
Drug-resistant Salmonella found in Metro Manila chicken meat — study
MANILA, Philippines — A study by the Department of Science and Technology-Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) found that most Salmonella isolates recovered from retail chicken meat in…
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general
Super Typhoon Rosal further weakens; to exit PAR Friday or Saturday
MANILA, Philippines — Super Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi) further weakened on Thursday morning, said the state weather bureau, as it continued to move northwestward over the Philippine…
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general
Iran's floating oil reserves, used for China sales, completely depleted, analysts say - report
At their peak, these reserves consisted of almost 90 million barrels of oil, according to Kpler. By October 5, the reserves dropped to fewer than one million barrels, and have since been exhausted.
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general
Francesca Albanese calls for Indonesia to reconsider involvement with Board of Peace
Trump unveiled the "Board of Peace," of which Indonesia is a key troop-contributing member, in January to address global conflicts typically handled by the United Nations.
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general
French patient dies after Shamonda virus detected in human for first time
Shamonda virus is an insect-borne Orthobunyavirus that primarily affects livestock, particularly cattle, and is transmitted by biting midges.
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general
NGCP to place Visayas grid on red, yellow alert Thursday
MANILA, Philippines — The Visayas grid will be placed on red and yellow alerts on Thursday, Oct. 22, said the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP). In an advisory, the NGCP said the…
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politics
Striking Iran ahead of elections could constitute political interference, officials warn - report
Lapid says available intelligence does not justify an attack before the vote, while former air force chief Norkin questions whether a limited campaign could topple Tehran’s regime.
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general
Iran preparing to reveal 'Father of All Bombs,' IRGC spox. warns in wake of Trump's MOAB threat
The announcement comes amid rising security tensions between Tehran and Washington and the possibility of renewed US strikes on Iranian territory.
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general
DOTr, Marina eye pilot testing of hybrid, full electric ferries
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) are planning to pilot test fully electric and hybrid ferries on select routes in the country…
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general
Witness: Zaldy Co’s alleged kickbacks have acknowledgment receipts
MANILA, Philippines — The alleged kickbacks delivered to former Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co from former Public Works engineer Henry Alcantara have acknowledgment receipts (AR), a witness told…
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politics
Zubiri to DA chief: Crack down on pork price manipulators
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri dared Agriculture Sec. Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. to crack down on pork price manipulators, smugglers and excessive meat imports amid struggling hog raisers…
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general
Supreme Court to hear Ashish Mishra plea in Lakhimpur Kheri case
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politics
Can European leaders fix the cost-of-living crisis?
Anger over housing, wages and public services tests European governments facing debt pressures and looming elections.
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business
Russia and Ukraine trade attacks despite pledging to resume peace talks
Overnight attacks on Kyiv injured 15 people, while two were injured in Moscow as Russia said it intercepted 163 drones.
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politics
Celebrity shark guided out of South Korea canal refuses to swim out to sea
Bukangi the shark became an unlikely sensation after it was spotted in a canal in Busan weeks ago.
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business
UP's rural livelihood mission: How women's self-help groups are building economic strength
UPs rural livelihood mission How womens selfhelp groups are building economic strength
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politics
China expands tax workforce as tougher enforcement moves into spotlight
Beijing’s plan to recruit more tax officers next year is drawing attention from businesses and wealthy families as tax compliance rises up the policy agenda and authorities intensify enforcement…
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general
Sharjeel, Liberals, Dog Whistle Podu
Sharjeel Liberals Dog Whistle Podu
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general
Hong Kong pay growth slows as Guangdong accelerates, survey finds
Hong Kong workers received smaller pay rises this year as Guangdong’s wage growth picked up, with the starting salaries of university graduates edging closer to those of non-degree holders, an annual…
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business
Everything that changes in Italy in November 2026
From tax deadlines and transport strikes to several holidays and new winter flights, here's what to expect in Italy next month.
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entertainment
Police investigate Married at First Sight Australia after 'inappropriate' allegations
New South Wales Police say inquiries took place "following a report of inappropriate content being shared".
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general
Kanya Sumangala Yojana: How UP's Rs 25,000 aid supports girls from birth to graduation
Kanya Sumangala Yojana How UPs Rs aid supports girls from birth to graduation
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general
French Expression of the Day: Bismillah, c'est les ténèbres
If you think this French expression is nonsense, you're right - but it does have a particular backstory.
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science
France reports first human Shamonda virus case, says no health risk
The French health authorities said that the human infection appeared to be "an exceptional case involving a severely immunocompromised patient".
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science
UP, MMDA team up to boost Metro Manila flood resilience
MANILA, Philippines – The University of the Philippines (UP) and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) have partnered to strengthen flood management in Metro Manila through research…
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politics
Brazil’s president appeals to undecided voters ahead of run-off
Brazil’s two presidential candidates Lula and Bolsonaro are trying to win over the 30 million voters.
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politics
Far-left leader Melenchon in firing line as France blame-game heats up
PARIS, Oct 22 - Rivals from the centre-left to the far right have turned on Jean-Luc Melenchon and his France Unbowed (LFI) party, accusing them of fuelling France's worst civil unrest in years.
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general
'Like a biblical battle': WP journalist wounded in West Bank credits Palestinian youth with rescue
Levine, along with a group of Palestinians, journalists, and activists, was attacked by the settlers while harvesting olives near Abu Falah, northeast of Ramallah.
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general
Riot-ravaged luxury stores in Paris fear more mayhem, looting
Across Paris’ toniest shopping districts, luxury boutiques bear the scars of a weekend of rioting that filled social media feeds around the world. Now they are bracing for the possibility of another…
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general
Indian priest in Dubai reveals the reality of earning a living through dakshina
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business
Barclays cutting 5,000 jobs as it increases reliance on AI
The bank says it is using more AI leading to a 5% reduction in its workforce.
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politics
Zelenskyy appears to mock Witkoff for his praise for ‘humanitarian’ Putin after Kyiv attacks – Europe live
Zelenskyy said: ‘Three waves of ballistic missiles have been launched at Kyiv by Russian “humanitarians”’ As we are waiting for Macron, first details of the planned police response to this weekend’s…
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general
Putin Nears a Prize: Restoring Ties With the U.S. While Giving Up Nothing
Russia has sought to separate the war in Ukraine from potential business deals and diplomacy with the United States. Its efforts now appear to be working.
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technology
Faster than earcut: triangulating 3.7M map polygons in 489 ms
Article URL: https://globus.software/blog/2026/10/16/cutting-map-polygons/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50193170 Points: 3 # Comments: 0
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politics
State Railway suing CP consortium for B13.3 billion
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has filed a suit with the Central Administrative Court demanding that Asia Era One Co, a consortium led by the Charoen Pokphand Group, pay 13.3 billion baht owed…
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science
This Preamp Costs More Than a Fancy Sports Car
Goldmund’s $240,000 Mimesis Statement is an exercise in extreme Swiss sound engineering—and only one part of a $1.5 million audio setup.
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sports
Legendary video game studio BioWare closed after 31 years
The influential studio that made Mass Effect and Dragon Age announces it is closing its doors.
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general
Man forces pregnant wife to drink urea, hangs her, then stages death as suicide
Man forces pregnant wife to drink urea hangs her then stages death as suicide
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politics
How do Israel's elections work and who are the main contenders?
Many view it as one of the most pivotal elections in Israel's history, with global implications.
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business
World's largest wealth fund posts $30 billion loss after bond market turbulence
The fund has a current value of around $2.3 trillion.
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entertainment
New York court overturns foreclosure sale order in $400,000 mortgage row
A recent ruling by an appeals court has overturned a foreclosure decision related to a property in Babylon, New York. The court determined that Bank of America did not give the borrower adequate…
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business
Barclays to slash 5,000 jobs in AI efficiency push
U.K. banks Barclays said Thursday it plans to cut 5,000 staff, citing efficiency savings from AI.
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politics
‘Facebook’s wrongdoing’: Why has Meta been fined $25bn in New Mexico?
The tech giant has been accused of misleading users regarding data privacy linked to the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
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science
Chinese students stand by France study plans despite widespread civil unrest
Social unrest in France is not deterring some Chinese students from pursuing studies there – at least for now. Despite nationwide demonstrations over the rising cost of living and declining public…
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general
9 hurt after fire breaks out during Buglasan Festival in Dumaguete
MANILA, Philippines — Nine individuals were injured after a fire broke out during the celebration of Buglasan Festival in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental on Wednesday evening. According to the…
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general
Signal No. 2 still up in Batanes, parts of Babuyan Islands
MANILA, Philippines — Signal No. 2 remains raised over Batanes and parts of the Babuyan Islands, said the state weather bureau Thursday morning, as Super Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi)…
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business
Baguio, Ormoc top circular economy assessment among Green LGUs
BAGUIO CITY – The cities of Baguio in the Cordillera and Ormoc in Leyte were named flagship local governments and top-performing project partners in circular economy initiatives under the European…
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politics
Eisenkot's leads Netanyahu as Winter, Hendel, Zelekha may not cross electoral threshold - poll
Whether Ofer Winter's People of Israel party and Hendel and Zelekha's Reservists-Economic party cross the electoral threshold of 3.25% could affect the balance between the political blocs.
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politics
Trump's Netanyahu endorsement crosses a line in Israeli democracy - editorial
As Israel heads to the polls, Trump's public backing of Netanyahu raises questions about foreign interference and the limits of US-Israel friendship.
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general
Palace: Probe lapses in Atong Ang case
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Wednesday called for an investigation into possible lapses following Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla’s admission that gambling tycoon Charlie “Atong” Ang had…
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entertainment
Film industry execs urge gov’t: Help bring down movie ticket prices
MANILA, Philippines — They should be charging less, not more, to stay afloat. Two major voices in the Philippine movie industry on Wednesday asked lawmakers to help find ways to reduce theater ticket…
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politics
COA notes P242-M idled equipment for still-unfinished gov’t hospitals
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged P242.358 million worth of idle medical equipment in 2025 mainly because recipient government hospitals and health centers were not…
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general
P397-M ‘duplicate’ payments found in DSWD ‘ayuda’ scheme
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Audit (COA) said it found P397.45 million worth of “duplicate, multiple and overlapping” payments to beneficiaries of the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis…
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politics
Taxpayers can’t get back P467B flagged by SC
MANILA, Philippines — At least P467 billion in disputed funding increases in the 2024 and 2025 national budgets will not be returned to government coffers, even as the Supreme Court’s ruling declaring…
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technology
In Bohol, cloud seeding begins to save farms
TAGBILARAN CITY, BOHOL, Philippines — Bohol has launched cloud-seeding operations to help farmers cope with drought caused by the El Niño phenomenon, as initial agricultural damage in the province…
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general
Bukidnon planters seek fixed price for raw sugar
VALENCIA CITY, BUKIDNON, Philippines — A key leader of the sugar sector in Bukidnon province on Wednesday urged industry regulators to peg raw sugar prices to at least P2,800 per 50-kilogram bag for…
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general
DENR records big colony of endangered fruit bats in Aurora forests
OLONGAPO CITY, Philippines — More than 8,000 endangered fruit bats have been recorded at a roosting site in Aurora Memorial National Park in the Sierra Madre mountain range, highlighting the…
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politics
Abdul El-Sayed Michigan US Senate campaign hires Jewish outreach director
El-Sayed's Republican opponent, former US Rep. Mike Rogers, called him “anti-Jew” in a JTA interview this week.
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politics
Herzog calls for crackdown on violent West Bank settlers as olive harvest tensions mount
The attacks have drawn condemnation from the US and European governments.
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business
Stock futures fall as investors digest earnings from Meta and Tesla: Live updates
The S&P 500 posted a three-day winning streak on Wednesday, and the Nasdaq Composite rose as Tesla and SpaceX rallied.
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business
China's stock market sinks into bear territory as CSI 300 extends 10-week rout
China's benchmark CSI 300 index has entered bear-market territory, falling 20% from its June peak, as a prolonged selloff in mainland equities deepens.
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general
Suspect in Ga-Chuene clinic rape back in court
The accused faces up to 23 charges, including rape, kidnapping and attempted murder,
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entertainment
EA is shutting down BioWare, set to lay off 400 employees
EA is shutting down BioWare set to lay off employees
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politics
Daler Mehndi row: Film body writes to PM Modi over singer's public humiliation
Daler Mehndi row Film body writes to PM Modi over singers public humiliation
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politics
More education, less employment: Inside India's growing jobs' challenge
More education less employment Inside Indias growing jobs challenge
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politics
BC election 2026 results: Vancouver-Point Grey
Vancouver-Point Grey is a provincial riding located in the region.
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politics
BC election 2026 results: Vancouver-Little Mountain
Vancouver-Little Mountain is a provincial riding located in the region.
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politics
Democrats sue Trump administration over alleged election pressure campaign
States say the administration's steps reflect federal overreach and are meant to sow distrust in the outcome of the election.
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politics
BC election 2026 results: Vancouver-Langara
Vancouver-Langara is a provincial riding located in the region.
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politics
UAE diplomat Lana Nusseibeh enters race for UN chief
António Guterres's second and final term as United Nations Secretary-General ends on December 31.
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politics
US, Israel prepare for fresh Iran strikes as Tehran threatens with ‘Father of All Bombs’
The United States and Israel are preparing for potential military strikes against Iran after the upcoming midterm elections. Iran has announced it will reveal a new weapon called the 'Father of All…
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entertainment
Sensex, Nifty open in red as crude oil tops $110; Middle East tensions weigh
Sensex Nifty open in red as crude oil tops Middle East tensions weigh
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general
Brooklyn Jenkins sentenced for Whangārei murder of brother, Kyle Jenkins
Brooklyn Jenkins claimed his brother asked to be shot and he did it with no further thought.
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general
Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki says he's been denied entry to Australia
The Destiny Church leader took to social media saying he had flown to Brisbane for a church conference and was detained by the border force.
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politics
BC election 2026 results: Vancouver-Kensington
Vancouver-Kensington is a provincial riding located in the region.
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