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general
Ombudsman dismisses Dagupan treasurer over alleged P1M ‘ghost’ purchase
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman on Wednesday said it had ordered the dismissal of a Dagupan City treasurer over the alleged “ghost” purchase of two wooden motorboats worth almost P1…
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politics
Marcos, Angara roll out Yakap health caravan in Sulu
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Education Secretary Sonny Angara spearheaded on Tuesday the rollout of the Yaman ng Kalusugan (Yakap) health caravan at Kawmpang Elementary…
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politics
SC: Filing raps over budget hikes next step to exact accountability
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court on Wednesday said that any criminal or administrative liability in the illegal increase and transfer of funds by lawmakers in the 2024 and 2025 national budget…
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general
Super Typhoon Rosal slightly weakens off Aparri, Cagayan
MANILA, Philippines — Super Typhoon Rosal slightly weakened on Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 21, as it moved west-northwestward east of Aparri, Cagayan, the state weather bureau said. The Philippine…
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politics
Palace laughs off Duterte’s remark that Marcos must ‘stop politicking’
MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Wednesday laughed off Vice President Sara Duterte’s call for the Marcos administration to “start working and stop politicking.” Duterte had…
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general
Revilla says evidence vs him calls for acquittal in malversation case
MANILA, Philippines — Former Sen. Bong Revilla said an examination of the evidence against him presented by special prosecutors before the Sandiganbayan calls for his acquittal in the malversation…
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science
Mindoro chemist lands Top 6 in 2026 licensure exam
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — A chemistry graduate from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) and a Mindoro native has secured sixth place in the October 2026 Chemists Computer-Based…
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general
MMDA starts early Undas preps amid Asean Summit buildup
MANILA, Philippines—Traffic and road management preparations for Undas will begin earlier than usual this year as the observance coincides with the activities for the 2026 Association of Southeast…
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politics
‘Flood control-like’ scandal flagged in DA’s 2027 proposed budget
MANILA, Philippines — Several red flags were raised in the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) proposed budget for 2027, particularly in infrastructure projects like farm-to-market roads whose grid…
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politics
Probe into ‘lapses’ in Atong Ang’s ‘backdoor exit’ needed – Palace
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Wednesday called for an investigation on the possible lapses in the reported departure of gambling tycoon Charlie “Atong” Ang from the country. Interior and Local…
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general
6 more DPWH officials relieved amid Davao City flood control probe
MANILA, Philippines — Six more officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have been removed from their posts amid the recommendation of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI)…
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science
Pagasa: Up to 4 cyclones may enter PAR through April 2027 amid El Niño
MANILA, Philippines — Two to four tropical cyclones are expected to develop in or enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) from November 2026 to April 2027 amid the presence of El Niño, the…
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general
Palace to Bato dela Rosa: Surrender to avoid bloodshed
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Wednesday urged Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who has an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity, to surrender to…
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politics
DILG chief: Atong Ang may have left PH ‘backdoor’ a year ago
MANILA, Philippines—Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla said he has been getting information about gambling tycoon Charlie “Atong” Ang leaving the country through the “backdoor”…
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politics
Iloilo City on blue alert as Rosal threatens Western Visayas
ILOILO CITY, Philippines — The Iloilo City government has placed its disaster response operations on blue alert status effective Wednesday, as authorities brace for possible heavy rainfall and strong…
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general
DOJ: Atong Ang is still in the country
[Updated Oct. 21, 2026, 5:41 p.m.] MANILA, Philippines — Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida on Wednesday asserted that based on immigration records, gambling tycoon Charlie “Atong” Ang is still in the…
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business
DA to start farm-to-market road projects after taking over from DPWH
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday said it is set to begin implementing farm-to-market road projects after taking over these from the Department of Public Works and…
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technology
Philippines’ trade deficit with China hits $29.13 billion
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ trade deficit with China reached $29.13 billion in 2025, exceeding its combined deficits with its next four largest deficit-generating trading partners and…
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general
LIST: Canceled ferry trips Wednesday afternoon due to Super Typhoon Rosal
MANILA, Philippines — Several ferry trips were cancelled on Wednesday afternoon (Oct. 21) due to Super Typhoon Rosal off Northern Luzon, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) said. In its 12 p.m…
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general
De Lima: SC ruling on standby funding significant win for accountability
[Updated Oct. 21, 2026, 4:53 p.m.] MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima on Wednesday hailed the ruling of the Supreme Court (SC) restricting unprogrammed funding as a…
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entertainment
NBI: Over P425M in fake luxury goods seized in Metro Manila
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) seized over P425 million worth of fake luxury goods in a series of operations across Metro Manila. According to the NBI, its…
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general
2 alleged NPA rebels on Surigao del Sur’s most wanted list fall
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Police operatives arrested on Monday two alleged New People’s Army (NPA) rebels listed among Surigao del Sur’s top wanted personalities during an operation in Tagbina…
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politics
Palace: Collect rainwater from Super Typhoon Rosal
MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Wednesday urged the public to collect rainwater from Super Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi), echoing President Ferdinand Marcos…
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science
Rosal to bring heavy rains, gusty winds in parts of Northern, Southern Luzon
MANILA, Philippines — Super Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi) will bring heavy rains and gusty winds over several areas in Northern and Southern Luzon from Wednesday to Friday. This forecast…
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politics
House to probe interception of half-ton shabu shipment bound for PH
MANILA, Philippines — The House Dangerous Drugs Committee is set to probe the attempted smuggling of 521 kilograms of shabu (methamphetamine) valued at P3.5 billion intercepted in Laos bound for the…
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politics
WATCH: Super Typhoon Rosal update leads INQToday’s newscast
MANILA, Philippines – Here is INQToday’s top stories this afternoon. Super Typhoon Rosal maintains its strength as several areas remain under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 and 2, prompting…
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technology
PH ranks 15th in child protection index, trails in abuse prevention
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines ranks 15th among 60 countries assessed for their efforts to prevent and respond to sexual violence against children, but its weaker performance in prevention…
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politics
IDF was not planning to strike Iran on Oct. 10 despite reports of attack blocked by Trump
Sources told the Post it was unusual for IDF chief Eyal Zamir to be excluded from the Hegseth meeting, raising questions about the political considerations behind Netanyahu's decision.
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general
Iran strikes Iranian opposition group Kurdistan Freedom Party in latest attack
This comes after Iran has targeted the Democratic Party of Iranian Kurdistan (PDKI), Komala, and Khabat groups in recent weeks, and is also pressing Iraq to expel Kurdish Iranian opposition groups.
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politics
SolGen to appeal SC ruling declaring 2024, 2025 budgets unconstitutional
[Updated Oct. 21, 2026, 2:44 p.m.] MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Solicitor General will file a motion for reconsideration to the Supreme Court (SC) to challenge its declaration that the 2024…
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general
Tucker Carlson is ‘true Jew hater,’ white nationalist Nick Fuentes claims in online clip
The roughly one-minute excerpt showed Fuentes accusing the former Fox News host of antisemitism and claiming he had tried to persuade Carlson to change his views during a visit to Maine.
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business
The Texas-Israel Alliance's Unicorn Rodeo connects Texas business leaders with Israeli startups
Former Mossad director Yossi Cohen, Colossal Biosciences CEO Ben Lamm and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson join a lineup of founders, investors and industry leaders at the October 20–21 conference.
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politics
Pangilinan calls for national state of emergency due to Super El Niño
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan on Wednesday called for the declaration of a national state of emergency amid the adverse effects of the Super El Niño. Pangilinan issued his…
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politics
Trump's push for Israel-Saudi relations faces obstacles amid elections, Houthi attacks - analysis
As Houthi attacks pressure Riyadh, Israel and US elections complicate Washington’s normalization ambitions, while Saudi public opinion and demands for Palestinian statehood remain obstacles.
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technology
Agusan del Sur logs 18 dengue deaths
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Two more individuals died from dengue in Agusan del Sur, bringing the death toll to 18 as of Tuesday, data from the Provincial Health Office (PHO) showed. Since January…
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general
Iraq closes southern border crossing with Iran amid US pressure on Baghdad
Iraq is in the spotlight because Iran continues to pressure Iraq to expel Kurdish Iranian opposition groups. The US is pressuring Iraq to rein in Iranian-backed militias.
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politics
Prosecutors file formal offer of evidence in Sara Duterte trial
MANILA, Philippines — House prosecutors have submitted their formal offer of evidence to the Senate impeachment court in the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, prosecution adviser Robert Ace…
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sports
Europe's growing rebellion against the ICC could change the game for Israel - opinion
US sanctions, allegations of misconduct, and growing criticism in Europe have plunged the ICC into a crisis of credibility, raising questions about the future of international justice.
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general
Graft trial of ex-BFP chief Fernandez begins, number of witnesses cut
MANILA, Philippines — The graft trial of former Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) chief Jesus Fernandez before the Sandiganbayan Third Division began on Wednesday. The prosecution further trimmed its…
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general
Who is Zofia Canlas? The controversial urban poor commissioner
MANILA, Philippines – The newly appointed commissioner of the Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor (PCUP) has drawn scrutiny from the public for her fashion-forward lifestyle and lavish trips…
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politics
Octa: Most Filipinos await evidence vs Sara Duterte in impeach trial
MANILA, Philippines — While most Filipinos remained undecided on whether Vice President Sara Duterte should be convicted in her ongoing impeachment trial, more Filipinos expressed support for either…
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entertainment
One killed, one missing after French military plane crash in northeast France, French military says
A French Air Force Mirage 2000D crashed in the Meurthe-et-Moselle region with two people on board, the ministry said.
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politics
American Stephen Hubbard released by Russia, Steve Witkoff says
Stephen Hubbard, a U.S. citizen jailed in Russia since 2022, has been released, according to U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff.
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science
Two bodies discovered at residential property in Wicklow
Man in his 30s and woman in her 40s pronounced dead at Old Connaught Avenue, Bray
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politics
Who is Stephen Hubbard, the US citizen released by Russia?
Oct 21 - President Vladimir Putin announced the release of American citizen Stephen Hubbard from Russian detention on Wednesday, at the start of talks with US special envoy Steve Witkoff.
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business
Who's a vulture? Spain struggles to identify culprits in fury over evictions
MADRID/LONDON, Oct 21 - As anger boiled over in Spain about the death of Maricarmen Abascal two weeks after the 87-year-old pensioner was evicted from her Madrid home, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez had…
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technology
Supreme Court pauses CMRL bribery probe against Pinarayi Vijayan for a week
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general
Putin hosts Trump envoy for new Ukraine peace talks, frees US citizen held in Russia
Stephen Hubbard, a 74-year-old retired US school teacher who had been held in Russia on mercenary charges, has been released.
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technology
Meta's Muse AI exposes sensitive user information, suspends sharing feature
Metas Muse AI exposes sensitive user information suspends sharing feature
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politics
SC ruling shows 2024, 2025 GAAs ‘worst’ in history – Lacson
MANILA, Philippines — The General Appropriations Acts (GAAs) for 2024 and 2025 will go down in history as the worst budgets approved by Congress, Sen. Panfilo Lacson declared on Wednesday. This came…
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science
How fake press IDs were sold online amid CJP protests
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entertainment
Man charged after three Jewish women assaulted
The women suffered minor injuries when they were assaulted at Clapton Common, police say.
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science
50% of India's new credit card users are Gen Z: What's driving the trend?
of Indias new credit card users are Gen Z Whats driving the trend
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politics
Attitudes shifting in Hong Kong’s favour as city reaps Apec benefits: Paul Chan
Hong Kong has reaped the benefits of the Apec finance ministers’ meeting with foreign political leaders broadly supporting cross-border digital finance development and showing renewed appreciation for…
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science
What faces in paintings can tell us about how we perceive emotion
Helen of Troy by Anthony Frederick Augustus Sandys (1867) Wikimedia Look closely at a face in a painting and you might think you know what emotion the person is experiencing. A smile suggests…
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sports
PSG's Kvaratskhelia to have surgery on ruptured ACL
Paris St-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will undergo knee surgery after suffering a knee injury during his side's 4-2 win over Barcelona on Tuesday.
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politics
Germany’s Merz says South Africa should be at G20 summit
Merz called on US President Donald Trump to invite SA to the upcoming summit of Group of 20 leaders
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general
Yemen's Houthis deny launching drones towards Saudi Medina on Wednesday
Oct 21 - Yemen's Houthis said that they have not launched any drones towards the Saudi holy city of Medina on Wednesday and have not conducted any military operations towards Saudi Arabia either…
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business
Wild fish are a precious resource – here’s how aquaculture can bolster food security
Menhaden are a small, silver, oily fish often caught to be turned into fish meal for use in aquaculture. SNEHIT PHOTO/Shutterstock Small fish such as sardinella are an affordable source of protein and…
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politics
Inflation and government borrowing highest for a year ahead of next week's Budget
Inflation accelerated to 3.5% from 3.1% in the year to September, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
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business
Jackdaw approval: what a new North Sea gasfield means for UK energy security, bills and tax
Stock1987/Shutterstock The UK government has just approved the Jackdaw gasfield in the North Sea, clearing the way for production to begin as early as this winter. Jackdaw, around 150 miles east of…
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politics
Australian lawmaker Helen Haines had both legs amputated after car ramming attack, husband says
Doctors amputated Haines' left leg after the alleged attacker struck her twice with his car in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne, on Monday, Phil Haines said.
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science
Hot days linked to fewer births, two new studies find
davide bonaldo/Shutterstock.com Hot weather is associated with fewer babies being born in France and Italy, according to two new studies. Each day with an average temperature of 25°C or above was…
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politics
Detained American Stephen Hubbard released by Russia as Witkoff meets Putin
President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff landed in the Russian city of St. Petersburg on Wednesday morning, a Kremlin aide confirmed.
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politics
Italy’s births set to sink to a record low in 2026
Italy in 2025 recorded just 355,772 births, the lowest figure since Italian unification in 1861.
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politics
Russia frees jailed American Stephen Hubbard, US envoy says
After the meeting, Putin announced the release of Stephen Hubbard, an American taken captive by Russian forces years ago in Ukraine.
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politics
Russia Releases American Stephen Hubbard From Prison, State Media Reports
The move buys good will with President Trump while costing the Russian leader, Vladimir V. Putin, little.
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politics
Putin says Russia has freed US citizen Stephen Hubbard
MOSCOW, Oct 21 - Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Stephen Hubbard, a 74-year-old US citizen held in Russian custody since 2022, had been freed and was at St Petersburg's Pulkovo…
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science
Clinical trial label puts Kerala's free SMA treatment under scrutiny
Clinical trial label puts Keralas free SMA treatment under scrutiny
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general
Actor Noel Clarke pleads not guilty to sexual offence charges
The former Doctor Who and Kidulthood star appeared at Westminster Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
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politics
Greek students, teachers, civil servants plan protests over high cost of living
Gatherings are expected around midday on Oct 21 in Athens and Thessaloniki.
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politics
French 10-year bond yield hits 5% for first time since 2002 amid unrest
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sports
Africa: Nigeria Targets T20 World Cup Qualifier Ticket
[Daily Trust] The Nigerian national cricket team has declared its determination to secure qualification for the 2028 International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Africa…
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business
Microsoft India Head To Talk About 'Building New Economy' At NDTV World Summit
The NDTV World Summit 2026 will be held in New Delhi on October 22 and 23. The theme of the summit is "A World Between Orders".
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general
Rosal to bring heavy rains, strong winds to Luzon despite no landfall
MANILA, Philippines — Due to the size of Super Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi), heavy rains and strong winds are expected to affect several parts of Luzon on Wednesday, even though the…
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general
NTF-Elcac scores groups criticizing BDP projects in Iloilo
MANILA, Philippines – The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) has scored the “hypocrisy” of groups claiming to champion the poor while allegedly discrediting Iloilo’s…
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general
Rosal slightly accelerates; signal No. 1 still up in 6 areas
MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 (TCWS) remained hoisted over six areas in northern and southern Luzon as Super Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi) slightly accelerated…
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politics
Gantz didn't fail because he's a good person, he failed because he performed poorly - editorial
Israel needs good people in politics. It also needs those people to make wise political decisions.
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politics
SC: Congress can’t bloat President’s budget
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has struck down key provisions of the 2024, 2025 and 2026 national budgets for violating constitutional limits on government spending, ruling that Congress…
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politics
Boy George joins Eretz Nehederet as election satire exposes 'monkey business' in Israeli politics
Boy George joins Eretz Nehederet for its final episode before Israel's elections, as the comedy show takes aim at Netanyahu, Eisenkot, campaign scandals, and political rivalries.
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science
Palace defends 27-year-old biology major given high post in poverty body
MANILA, Philippines — A college degree in biology, earned only two years ago at that, is not the kind of credential that usually comes to mind when filling a ranking position on the Presidential…
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science
PhilHealth expands access to selected anti-TB drugs
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) is expanding access to selected first-line antituberculosis (TB) medicines through its Guaranteed and Accessible Medications…
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sports
Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball rolls to 116-89 victory as Hapoel Jerusalem, Tel Aviv secure wins
Maccabi Tel Aviv cruised past Kiryat Ata 116-89 behind John DiBartolomeo's seven threes, while Hapoel Jerusalem, Hapoel Tel Aviv,, and Bnei Herzliya secured wins.
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politics
DILG: Negotiations for Dela Rosa surrender necessary to avoid 10,000 deaths
MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla claimed on Tuesday that arresting Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who has been ordered arrested by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for…
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sports
Beitar, Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer battle to scoreless draw as Hapoel Tel Aviv defies early red card
Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv battled to a thrilling 0-0 draw at Teddy Stadium, while Hapoel Tel Aviv overcame a third-minute red card to claim a dramatic 1-0 victory.
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politics
Abdul El-Sayed faces Michigan Senate race controversy over Hamas remarks by Democratic activist
A hidden-camera investigation has sparked controversy in Michigan's Senate race over claims involving Hamas and foreign donations, with Abdul El-Sayed's campaign rejecting the activist's allegations.
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general
DENR failed to collect P521-M land fees – COA
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Audit (COA) said the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) failed to collect around P521.26 million worth of fees from the use of forest lands…
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politics
Sara Duterte snubs Senate hearing on OVP budget
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte was a no-show at the budget hearing of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) at the Senate on Tuesday. OVP Chief of Staff Atty. Zuleika Lopez, along…
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general
China sends naval forces to monitor US warship near disputed shoal
China accused a US Navy warship of illegally entering disputed South China Sea waters, while Taiwan reported a separate confrontation with a Chinese Coast Guard vessel near the Pratas Islands.
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general
‘Bangus’ growers struggle as prices fall, costs rise
CALASIAO, PANGASINAN, Philippines — “Bangus” (milkfish) producers are struggling to recover their production costs as expenses rise and farm-gate prices of the country’s national fish decline. The…
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politics
Baguio, Pangasinan seek bigger budgets for 2027
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — This city is proposing a P4.143-billion budget for 2027, up 13 percent from this year’s allocation, as the mountain resort city seeks to sustain economic growth and advance…
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entertainment
Hollywood stars read letters linking Jews to Israel at Los Angeles unity fundraiser
The sold-out Oct. 19 event, organized by Jewish Federation Los Angeles, blended readings, music, and storytelling to trace that relationship across generations.
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general
Cotabato school shooting survivor battles impaired vision
BANGA, SOUTH COTABATO, Philippines — A 14-year-old student wounded in the Sept. 18 shooting at Banga National High School is slowly recovering at home but continues to struggle with impaired vision…
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general
DepEd readies El Niño protocols to protect school safety, learning continuity
MANILA, Philippines — Education Secretary Sonny Angara is set to issue guidelines directing schools nationwide to prepare for the anticipated effects of El Niño in School Year 2026–2027, with measures…
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politics
Mike Rogers says his opponent Abdul El-Sayed is ‘anti-Jew.’ Do Michigan’s Jews agree?
Rogers, told JTA that Israel is “the best ally we have in the Middle East. They have Western values baked into their political system.”
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business
Elon Musk says SpaceX and Tesla exploring largest merger in history
Tech mogul says tie-up has a 'lot of merit', given firms' complementary work on AI.
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politics
Days before Brazil’s run-off, Lula and Bolsonaro seek to disqualify each other
In the latest showdown from Brazil’s increasingly rancorous presidential race Tuesday, both candidates called for the disqualification of their rivals over allegations of social media malfeasance…
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business
Stinking rich: Malaysia eyes land routes to boost durian trade in China
Malaysia is negotiating with Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia to establish overland transit routes for fresh durian exports to China, according to Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad…
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politics
Memphis fails to pass 1-year data center moratorium, opts for shorter-term ban
Memphis has become a hotspot for data centers driven by Elon Musk's SpaceXAI.
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science
ChatGPT will now let you lock your secret chats with a PIN or Face ID
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