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April 17, 2024

Biggest drug haul, but no one died - BBM

The recovery of P13.3 billion worth of shabu in Batangas, considered to be the country's biggest drug haul in a single police operation so far, indicated that the government's \"bloodless\" campaign against illegal drugs is working, President Marcos said yesterday.

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DND, AFP eye delisting of Alvarez as military reservist

The Department of National Defense (DND) and Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) are looking at a possible investigation of Davao del Norte 1st District Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez and his delisting from the roll of reservists in the Philippine Marine Corps (PMC).

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House sets probe on Rody's 'secret deal' with China

The leadership of the House of Representatives is preparing to look into the so-called gentleman’s agreement between former president Rodrigo Duterte and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the West Philippine Sea issue.

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14 countries observing expanded Balikatan

Phl, US, Australia, France set joint drills

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AFP checking Chinese students' influx in Cagayan

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is looking into the reported swarm of Chinese college students in the province of Cagayan.

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US senators seek $500-M aid for AFP

Two American senators have filed a measure seeking to boost the alliance of the Philippines and the US through a significant increase in military financing as concerns grow over China's aggressive acts in the South China Sea.

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Phl military vessels shouldn't accompany fishers in WPS - Villar

The country's military vessels should not accompany fisherfolk in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) to prevent possible attack from Chinese ships, Sen. Cynthia Villar said yesterday.

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Luzon, Visayas grids placed under red, yellow alert

With several power plants either offline or operating at reduced capacity, the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) yesterday placed the Luzon and Visayas grids on red and yellow alert status.

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BBM, Singapore FM discuss areas of cooperation

President Marcos met with Singaporean Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on Monday to talk about green energy, carbon credits and other new cooperation areas between their countries, which will celebrate 55 years of diplomatic ties next month.

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Ban on e-trikes strictly enforced starting today

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority would strictly enforce a ban on light electric vehicles such as tricycles and bicycles starting today, acting MMDA Chairman Romando Artes said yesterday.

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Hottest day in Isabela at 40°C

The temperature reached 40 degrees Celsius in Isabela on Monday, the hottest in the country so far this year, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

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Israeli military vows response to Iran attack

Israel's military chief said on Monday that his country will respond to Iran's weekend attack, but he did not elaborate on when and how as world leaders urged against retaliation, trying to avoid a spiral of violence in the Middle East.

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Pro-Palestinian protesters block Golden Gate bridge, roads across US

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators blocked San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge on Monday, completely halting traffic for hours as part of a coordinated day of action against Israel's war in Gaza.

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PETRO PUTS ONE FOOT IN SEMIS

The Petro Gazz Angels knew they needed to overcome the Cignal HD Spikers, the last of their stronger foes, for them to theoretically make the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference semifinals.

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IMF upgrades Phl growth forecasts

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) turned more bullish on its growth outlook for the Philippines in the next two years amid expectations of stronger consumer demand and investments.

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Vista Land ends 2023 with strong earnings

Vista Land & Lifescapes Inc., the listed property developer of the Villar Group, capped off 2023 on a high note with a 39-percent increase in net income at P10.3 billion.

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ATI to spend P2.7 B for ports upgrade

The operator of some of the largest ports in the Philippines is increasing its capital expenditures to P2.7 billion this year, seeing the need to expand its capacity as trade recovers here and abroad.

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DoubleDragon bolstering asset portfolio

DoubleDragon Corp., the property developer chaired by Edgar \"Injap\" Sia II and Tony Tan Caktiong, is bolstering its asset portfolio this year as the company looks to sustain its momentum after profit grew by nearly a quarter last year.

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Fruitas earnings soar in 2023

Listed food and beverage retail operator Fruitas Holdings Inc. saw its earnings soar in 2023 on the back of all-time high annual revenues.

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VMC net income tumbles on low sugar prices

Low sugar prices and output dragged the earnings of listed sugar miller Victorias Milling Co. Inc. (VMC) by more than a third in the first half of its current crop year.

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DA team 90% complete, says Tiu Laurel

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said his leadership team is now 90 percent complete, noting that he is just awaiting the appointment of his last undersecretary.

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TIRELESS AT 63, RANDY SANTIAGO DANCES, JUMPS, GYRATES AND SINGS ONSTAGE NON-STOP

Just when he turned 63 (in November last year), singer-TV host Randy Santiago stopped singing his hit ballad, Hindi Magbabago, and resorted to all upbeat numbers with his guest artists in \"EyeCon,\" his latest live concert last weekend held at the PICC Plenary Hall.

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