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  1. DENR turns to bamboo, soil conservation to help farms withstand El Niño

    MANILA, Philippines – Bamboo plantations that help the soil retain moisture, structures that keep topsoil from eroding, and water impounding systems that provide alternative supplies for farms are…

  2. LTFRB to PUVs: Honor mandatory PWD discounts, ensure accessibility

    MANILA, Philippines—The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on Friday reminded public utility vehicle (PUV) operators and drivers to honor the mandatory 20 percent fare…

  3. Victor Limlingan named new SSS chief

    MANILA, Philippines — Finance and investment veteran Victor Alfonso Limlingan has been appointed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. as the new president and chief executive officer of the Social…

  4. Oriental Mindoro celebrates 4th-place PLE topnotcher’s roots

    CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Oriental Mindoro is celebrating the fourth top-ranking examinee in this year’s Physician Licensure Examination (PLE), who has family roots in Calapan City. A graduate…

  5. Filing of plunder cases vs Legarda, Leviste forthcoming – ombudsman

    MANILA, Philippines — Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday said the filing of a plunder case against Sen. Loren Legarda and her son Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste before the…

  6. World Food Day 2026: Can PH celebrate amid hunger?

    World Food Day, observed every Oct. 16 by the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), is meant to draw attention to the goal of eliminating hunger and ensuring access to safe…

  7. PNP identifies person of interest in the killing of Batangas village chair

    MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has identified a person of interest in the killing of a 50-year-old barangay chairman in Batangas on Thursday. Dennis Austria, chairman of…

  8. DILG tags ex-Bangsamoro official, 10 others in Laos shabu haul

    MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Friday named 11 persons of interest, including a former member of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority Parliament, in the seizure of 521…

  9. Manila Water: Service interruptions scheduled in parts of NCR, Rizal

    MANILA, Philippines — Several areas in Metro Manila and Rizal may experience water service interruption due to the scheduled maintenance works of concessionaire Manila Water Company, Inc. starting…

  10. Solon hopes seniors can soon enjoy discounts even for items on promos

    MANILA, Philippines — A lawmaker still believes that the 20 percent discount for purchases made by senior citizens should still apply to goods and services that are under promotional offers or value…

  11. Rising fuel, other costs led to failed classroom construction bids – DPWH

    MANILA, Philippines — Rising fuel prices and contractors’ concerns over project costs have contributed to failed bidding attempts for classroom construction projects under a P21.4-billion agreement…

  12. Baligod, 14 ‘maleta boys’ arrested over ‘unjust vexation’ case

    MANILA, Philippines — Lawyer Levito Baligod, and 14 of his clients, known as the “maleta boys,” were arrested in San Juan City on Friday over an “unjust vexation” case, police said. San Juan City…

  13. WATCH: Marcos to summon Chinese envoy, fuel price changes top INQToday

    MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s plan to summon Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan over his remarks that the Philippines could easily lose in a conflict with China topped INQToday’s…

  14. NBI summons ‘Machong Chismisan’ hosts over derogatory remark

    MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Friday said it has already issued subpoenas to the hosts of the now-terminated podcast, “Machong Chismisan,” which drew widespread…

  15. Israel cannot afford another election: Why Netanyahu, Eisenkot must consider unity - opinion

    Hopefully, October 27 will produce a clear winner. If it does not, Israel’s political leaders will have to decide whether their refusal to sit together matters more than the country.

  16. The battle for Israel: As Netanyahu rallies the Right, Eisenkot makes his move for power

    NATIONAL AFFAIRS: As Israel's election approaches, Netanyahu fights to bring right-wing voters back to Likud, while Eisenkot seeks to strengthen his claim to lead the next government.

  17. UK expands sanction powers, enabling action against companies supporting West Bank settlements

    The measures took effect four days before the deadline for submitting bids for construction in the E1 area between Jerusalem and Ma'aleh Adumim, amid a diplomatic dispute between Israel and Britain.

  18. 'Egypt will never pose a threat': Netanyahu questioned Egypt's military expansion, Sisi says

    Sisi emphasized that Egypt's military expansion is not directed against Israel but is intended to safeguard national security and preserve peace in an unstable region.

  19. Mindanao politician linked to Laos drug case faced past drug cases – PNP

    MANILA, Philippines — The politician from Mindanao who allegedly financed the chartered flight linked to the 521-kilogram shabu seizure in Laos had previously been involved in illegal drug cases, the…

  20. Parashat Noah: The main thing is the intention

    Noah’s sacrifice after the Flood offers a lesson in sincere faith and the importance of doing good without seeking recognition.

  21. Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

    See Shabbat candle lighting times for your area.

  22. De Lima backs QC task force axing: No authority for ‘utak-Tokhang’

    MANILA, Philippines — The disbanding of Quezon City’s Task Force Disiplina following the death of three teenagers at the hands of its members is justified, as no authority must be given to agencies…

  23. Graft cases filed vs ex-Pampanga Rep. Gonzales

    MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman on Friday filed three counts of graft against former Pampanga Rep. Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales Jr. over his alleged links to construction firms that…

  24. Marcos vows to strengthen PCG amid maritime challenges

    MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday vowed to strengthen the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) capabilities and readiness amid increasingly complex maritime challenges, as he…

  25. Israel Police, Shin Bet launch manhunt for armed man in military uniform in Kafr Kara olive grove

    Four incidents of nationalist-motivated violence and clashes between Israelis and Palestinians were also reported overnight and on Friday morning at several locations across the West Bank.

  26. VP camp accuses Marcos admin of political persecution over NBI probe

    MANILA, Philippines — The camp of Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday accused the Marcos administration of using the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to persecute her politically, calling the…

  27. Sandiganbayan says COA finds court compliant with accounting policies

    MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan noted that the Commission on Audit (COA) found the anti-graft court compliant with the state auditors’ accounting policies. The anti-graft court issued the…

  28. FULL LIST: Passers of the 2026 Physician Licensure Exam

    MANILA, Philippines — A total of 4,165 out of 4,447 examinees passed the October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination, the Professional Regulation Commission has announced. READ: Who are the…

  29. Who are the topnotchers in October 2026 Physical Licensure Examination?

    MANILA, Philippines — The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced on Thursday that 4,165 out of 4,447 (93.66%) examinees successfully passed the October 2026 Physicians Licensure…

  30. 93.6% pass October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination

    MANILA, Philippines — A total of 4,165 of 4,447, or 93.6 percent of examinees passed the October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced. The…

  31. Time is a-changin’: say goodbye to the leap second

    An important change will soon be made to global timekeeping that aims to prevent potential infrastructure failures akin to the Y2K bug scare. On Thursday, the International Bureau of Weights and…

  32. Could your plastic film packaging serve a purpose? We won’t know until recycling laws change

    nicemyphoto/Shutterstock From the clear covering on your microwave meal to the flimsy bread bag lying on the kitchen counter, plastic film is notoriously tricky to recycle. But what if those annoying…

  33. China leans in to hi-tech systems to counter emerging AI-fuelled terror threats

    China revealed AI-powered drone interceptors and other uncrewed systems at an international counterterrorism forum in Beijing this week, as security experts warned that new technologies could enable…

  34. Dharmendra Pradhan attacks Rahul Gandhi over regime change remark

    Dharmendra Pradhan criticized Rahul Gandhi for allegedly exploiting student protests to undermine India's democratic structure. He claimed these actions indicated a desire to create instability…

  35. The Arab Kingmaker in Israel’s Election Who Wants a Partnership With Jews

    Mansour Abbas, a dentist-turned-lawmaker, helped oust Benjamin Netanyahu once before. Now, he and a Jewish ex-police commander have teamed up to try to do it again.

  36. Japan’s Leader Says She Loses Hours to Makeup and Chores. Opinions Abound.

    Sanae Takaichi said she has a busier schedule than her male predecessors, a nod to the disproportionate share of household tasks in Japan that fall to women.

  37. Somalia sets date for May presidential election amid ongoing Islamist insurgency

    Somalia's election commission has announced it will hold parliamentary and presidential polls in April and May next year, but critics say the decision will lead to more conflict in a deeply fragmented…

  38. Why you'll need to remember your ETA when renewing a passport

    Passengers heading to the UK with a supposedly valid ETA might be turned away at the airport if they forget this crucial piece of travel preparation.

  39. Why you'll need to remember your ETA when renewing a passport

    Passengers heading to the UK with a supposedly valid ETA might be turned away at the airport if they forget this crucial piece of travel preparation.

  40. Why you'll need to remember your ETA when renewing a passport

    Passengers heading to the UK with a supposedly valid ETA might be turned away at the airport if they forget this crucial piece of travel preparation.

  41. Why you'll need to remember your ETA when renewing a passport

    Passengers heading to the UK with a supposedly valid ETA might be turned away at the airport if they forget this crucial piece of travel preparation.

  42. Death penalty for Meerut woman, boyfriend who killed husband, staged it as snakebite

    Death penalty for Meerut woman boyfriend who killed husband staged it as snakebite

  43. Ramaphosa to inaugurate VZI Gamsberg Phase II concentrator in N cape

    The project is also expected to sustain between 800 to a thousand jobs during operations.

  44. Delhi to get 1,050-member disaster response force, NDRF to train personnel

    Delhi to get member disaster response force NDRF to train personnel

  45. Trump says he won't use nuclear weapons or send ground troops to Iran

    Trump said he would not use nuclear weapons against Iran or send ground troops as the U.S. reportedly weighs new strike options.

  46. With Tesla Roadster debut, Elon Musk shows "flying cars are real"

    Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Roadster, which uses high-pressure air thrusters to leave the road entirely during a livestreamed event at his SpaceX facility in Texas.

  47. Video: Request you to also focus on crimes against women, Dipke tells Delhi cops

    Video Request you to also focus on crimes against women Dipke tells Delhi cops

  48. You don't need psychic powers to see Obama is an 'antisemitism superspreader' - opinion

    The problem with Obama's Israel-Palestinian conflict comments in Ireland is not merely that he said it; it is that countless people will believe it precisely because Obama said it.

  49. US Senators Seek Probe Into Starshield Disruptions As Zelenskyy Attends EU Summit

    A bipartisan group of nine US senators has called for an investigation into disruptions to satellite systems supporting Ukraine's military as European officials rallied around Kyiv after President…

  50. Cardiac arrest: why the quality of CPR could affect your chances of survival

    CPR training can help people develop the skills and confidence to provide effective chest compressions during a cardiac arrest. Shakirov Albert/Shutterstock When someone has a cardiac arrest, the…

  51. Outrage as UTJ candidate likens situation of ultra-Orthodox in Israel to Jews in Holocaust

    Stark says draft-dodging men can't travel for marriage matches: 'Reminds me of our grandparents' stories'; Pindrus, Deri regret backing Ohana, a gay MK, as Knesset speaker ‘Desecration of God’s name’

  52. Trump says Ukraine resuming strikes on Russian oil sites is a ‘disgrace’

    President Donald Trump has labeled Ukraine’s resumption of strikes on Russian oil refineries a “disgrace,” the latest salvo in his campaign to pressure the U.S. ally over rising gas prices that could…

  53. French Word of the Day: Emplettes

    With its slightly old-fashioned charm, this French word is one that you might come across while shopping.

  54. Zelensky rallies EU support as Trump says Ukraine leader 'more difficult to deal with than Putin'

    The US president launches a new wave of blistering criticism at Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of a meeting of EU leaders in Brussels.

  55. Bennett questions Netanyahu's motives in protecting Urich despite 'Qatargate' investigations

    Speaking on a podcast on Friday morning, Bennett addressed the allegations surrounding Yonatan Urich, and criticized the prime minister for continuing to support him.

  56. Rubio Heads To Central Asia As US Seeks Bigger Role In Region Dominated By Russia, China

    US Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads to Uzbekistan this weekend for talks with five Central Asian countries as the Trump administration seeks to strengthen commercial ties and expand Washington's…

  57. How books are being scanned and destroyed to train artificial intelligence

    To train artificial intelligence models, millions of physical books are being digitised and destroyed. Our colleagues at France 2 investigate this controversial practice and the risk of seeing many…

  58. Prime’s Carrie miniseries expands Stephen King’s story – but weakens its central horror

    Warning: this article contains spoilers for those not familiar with the plot of Stephen King’s Carrie. Amazon Prime’s Carrie is the fourth screen adaptation of Stephen King’s debut novel. Developed by…

  59. EU will probably have to give new loan to Ukraine, Estonian PM Michal says

    BRUSSELS, Oct 16 - The European Union will probably have to provide a new loan to Ukraine to help cover a budget gap for next year and keep up Kyiv's fight against Russia's invasion, Estonian Prime…

  60. China’s AI boom, self-sufficiency push fuel earnings surge for local chip firms

    Chinese chip and tech firms have flagged as much as six-fold growth in unaudited third-quarter profits, as huge demand for home-grown processors and artificial intelligence infrastructure filters…

  61. Queensland protects nearly 396,000 hectares across three huge cattle properties

    Queensland proudly announces the acquisition of three significant cattle properties, expanding its protected area network by almost 396,000 hectares. These lands are essential for wildlife…

  62. Shooter kills teacher, three children at Oregon elementary school

    A teenager shot and killed three children and a teacher on Thursday at an elementary school in the US state of Oregon, police said, adding the assailant was later killed by an armed bystander who…

  63. The complicated history of women being seen as ‘monstrous bitches’ – from ancient Mesopatamia to modern film

    Ulysses and the Sirens by John William Waterhouse (1891) National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne It’s news to no one that women have been consistently demonised in popular culture for a very, very…

  64. US considers hitting Iran with 'Mother of All Bombs'

    The United States is considering using its biggest non-nuclear bomb against Iran if President Donald Trump should decide to renew combat in the war that has hit a deadlock, CNN reported Thursday…

  65. Clashes erupt at Argentine student protests against President Milei's austerity policies

    Demonstrators clashed with police as President Javier Milei's decision not to release funding for universities brought students and employees to the streets. Protesters say the country's future is at…

  66. Texas woman turned homemade soda into Poppi; PepsiCo later bought it for $1.95bn

    Allison Ellsworth began making homemade soda in her Texas kitchen to address her digestive concerns before selling it at farmers’ markets. After appearing on Shark Tank and building Poppi through…

  67. Community 'heartbroken and horrified' after Oregon school shooting

    A 16-year-old killed three children and a teacher at a primary school in Oregon before he was killed by a bystander, police say.

  68. EU’s von der Leyen pledges to ‘not lift any sanctions unless Russia stops the war’ as leaders discuss Ukraine – Europe live

    European leaders are meeting in Brussels amid worsening relations between Washington and Kyiv Several leaders offered Zelenskyy very friendly welcome or, in some cases, simply a big hug as he walked…

  69. China-North Korea border bridge may do little to spur trade, experts say

    Sanctions and a North Korean leadership that prioritises security dim prospects for trade, analysts say.

  70. Zelensky rallies European allies as Trump ties slump

    Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking to rally European allies at a Brussels summit on Friday after saying Kyiv would no longer abide by US President Donald Trump's demands not to strike…

  71. Dy hails late ex-solon Raul Daza: He stood firm for democracy

    MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III has sent his condolences to the family of former Northern Samar Rep. Raul Daza who passed away recently, calling the…

  72. NCRPO relieves Pasay police chief; orders probe into anti-drug ops

    MANILA, Philippines — Pasay City Police Chief Col. Joselito de Sesto has been relieved of his post, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) confirmed on Friday. In a Viber message to the…

  73. 3 weather systems affect PH on Friday, says Pagasa

    MANILA, Philippines — Three weather systems—the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ), easterlies, and northeasterly wind flow—are expected to bring rain showers across the country on Friday, the…

  74. Over 16 million Filipinos benefit from BDP projects – NTF-Elcac

    MANILA, Philippines – The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) said over 16 million Filipinos residing in areas formerly controlled by communist rebels have benefited…

  75. UST graduate from Calapan City tops 2026 Physician Licensure Exam

    MANILA, Philippines — A 25-year-old medical graduate from the University of Santo Tomas (UST) topped the October 2026 Physician Licensure Examination (PLE) with a rating of 95.50 percent. Maxine…

  76. IDF releases Sinwar letter encouraging Oct. 7 terrorists to plan broadcast of massacre footage

    Sinwar's documents, shared by the IDF on the second anniversary of his assassination, called on terrorists to plan producing "horrific images" including shooting point-blank, slaughtering victims.

  77. Editor's Notes: A break with Israel would hurt American Jews, too - comment

    Israel needs to work with Democrats and invest in Jewish education as American Jews weigh difficult political choices.

  78. Israel does not need politicians to always agree, but it needs a unity government - editorial

    For the politicians vying for our vote to lead the country, the task ahead should not simply be to form the next government but to begin putting the country back together.

  79. BIR updates 2010 tax rules on shared drug discounts for seniors

    MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has revised its 16-year-old tax rules on senior citizen discounts to clarify how pharmaceutical companies, distributors, and retailers can…

  80. P21,500 settlement ‘cut’ lands ex-fiscal in jail

    MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Fifth Division has found a former Taguig City senior assistant prosecutor guilty of three counts of violating the code of conduct and ethical standards for…

  81. Before ‘maleta,’ durabox used to haul ‘kickbacks,’ court told

    MANILA, Philippines — Before they started using suitcases (“maleta”), the alleged bagmen working for then Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co used plastic bins to deliver millions of pesos in cash to various…

  82. SC rolls out e-notarization Oct. 19

    MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court will begin rolling out digital notarization on Oct. 19, allowing accredited notaries to provide services regardless of their physical location and easing public…

  83. ‘Macho’ hosts turn meek, apologize for mocking Kris Aquino son Josh

    MANILA, Philippines — What began as macho posturing on a podcast ended in profuse apologies after its all-male hosts faced fierce backlash for mocking celebrity Kris Aquino’s son, who is on the autism…

  84. 6 firms in ‘onion cartel’ face P1.76-B fines, raps

    MANILA, Philippines —After a yearslong investigation, the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has imposed a record P1.76 billion in fines on six businesses and their officers for operating an…

  85. Water shortage grips Northern Samar capital as El Niño strengthens

    TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — At least 31 of 55 barangays in Catarman, Northern Samar, are already experiencing reduced water supply as the local government prepares for worsening dry conditions…

  86. Cop fired over gun used in Tacloban school attack

    TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — The National Police Commission (Napolcom) on Wednesday ordered the dismissal from service of the police officer who failed to properly secure her service firearm…

  87. Land study paves way for development of MILF camps

    COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — The government has completed a pilot study mapping land claims in six acknowledged camps of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), a key step toward resolving…

  88. Trump says he is talking to Russia and China about denuclearization

    "I'd love to denuclearize if possible, but we're actually talking to Russia about that, and we're talking to China about that denuclearization," Trump said.

  89. Is Philippines geared for El Nino? Critics say water-planning has run dry

    As the Philippines braces for months of drought and shortages in key resources due to the current El Nino season, questions are mounting over whether it could have prepared better to deal with a…

  90. Hybe shares jump 10% as K-pop sensation BTS' tour lifts earnings hopes

    BTS' world tour and rising global demand for newer K-pop acts are fueling earnings expectations, sending Hybe shares soaring.

  91. Studied here, worked, loved here: Kiran Rao backs Imran Khan amid exit India notice

    Studied here worked loved here Kiran Rao backs Imran Khan amid exit India notice

  92. Keller, Mammoth halt Oilers’ streak in 4-2 win

    Clayton Keller scored a pair of goals as the Utah Mammoth emerged with a 4-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday.

  93. The government wants trusts to pay a minimum 30% tax. What’s behind the changes?

    Sarinyapinngam/Getty Images This week, the federal government introduced into parliament proposed changes to discretionary trusts, imposing a new minimum 30% tax rate on income from trusts. While…

  94. Three children and teacher killed by 16-year-old at Oregon primary school

    The suspect was shot dead by a local community member who followed him into the school, said police.

  95. Sydney suburb in lockdown as police search for man seen with shotgun

    Widespread manhunt in Dulwich Hill after man reportedly seen carrying longarm weapon A large swathe of Dulwich Hill in Sydney’s inner west has been locked down by police as they search for a man…

  96. France protests flare as PM accuses radical left of exploiting unrest ahead of elections

    Student protests are sweeping across France as frustrations rise over overcrowded classrooms and poor school facilities. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu accuses the La France Insoumise party of…

  97. Waka destined for French museum will honour 'courageous feats' of Māori Pioneer Battalion soldiers

    Descendants of the Māori Pioneer Battalion soldiers who fought in Arras during WWI are carving the waka, which will serve as a monument in the French city.

  98. Fuel price tops $4 at the pump

    An AA spokesperson says they're not expecting much fuel price relief soon.

  99. Peronist Loyalty Day

    Defining Peronism is an elusive exercise ultimately surpassing the space available to this column – its founder liked to say: “When I define, I exclude.” Leer más

  100. Welcome Starlink competition but all must abide by Indian law: Reliance on Musk

    Welcome Starlink competition but all must abide by Indian law Reliance on Musk

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