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When the people thrive, the nation prospers
As China celebrates the 76th National Day, its remarkable progress in poverty reduction and anti-corruption underscores the Communist Party of China (CPC)'s unwavering commitment to people-centered development. These achievements reflect the core ethos of \"people first,\" aligning with the spirit of the Central Eight-Point Regulations to ensure clean governance and equitable growth.
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October 02, 2025
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Marcos orders immediate relief for quake victims
HEALTH, RELIEF OPERATIONS The Department of Health (DOH) quickly assessed its personnel closest to the epicenter.
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October 02, 2025
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Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban split after 19-year marriage
Oscar-winning star Nicole Kidman and Grammy-winning country musician Keith Urban have separated after 19 years of marriage, according to US media reports.
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October 02, 2025
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SSS launches short-term credit facility for members
The Philippines’ Social Security System (SSS) has launched a new micro-lending platform, SSS LoanLite, in partnership with Union Bank of the Philippines, aiming to widen access to short-term credit for millions of members and reduce reliance on informal lenders.
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October 01, 2025
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'Gov't may raise rice tariffs to 35%'
AFTER IMPORT BAN
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October 01, 2025
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Hamas yet to respond on Trump's Gaza plan
Hamas had yet to respond Tuesday to Donald Trump on his plan for Gaza, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the Israeli military would stay in most of the territory after he gave the US president his backing.
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October 01, 2025
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Over 13K pupils benefit reading program in Cebu
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)-7 reported that the 2025 Tara, Basa! Tutoring Program (TBTP) in Cebu benefited 13,366 learners and released more than P25 million in cash-for-work subsidies to tutors, youth development workers, and parents or guardians nationwide since its launch in March in Cebu City.
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October 01, 2025
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'One Battle After Another' is a must-see political thriller with a sense of humor
You'll probably watch “One Battle After Another” for Leonardo DiCaprio, who stars in what critics call writer-director Paul Thomas Anderson’s “most mainstream movie” to date.
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October 01, 2025
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Cop tagged in rape of minor hunted
A police lieutenant accused of raping a 14-year-old girl in Ginatilan town, Cebu, is now the subject of a manhunt by the Cebu Police Provincial Office (CPPO).
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October 01, 2025
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Stars get emotional as 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay' nears end
\"It's Okay to Not Be Okay\" lead stars Carlo Aquino and Anne Curtis couldn't hold back their emotions during its finale media conference, as the Philippine adaptation nears its finale.
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October 01, 2025
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LeBron relishing 23rd season as retirement draws near
LeBron James said Monday (Tuesday, September 30 Phl time) he had not decided when to retire from basketball as he prepares to become the first player in NBA history to play a 23rd season in the league.
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October 01, 2025
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New vehicles, old attitudes
You might have already seen photos online of a modern Public Utility Jeepney stuck under a pedestrian overpass in Raintree Mall in Barangay Sta. Cruz, Cebu City, after its driver decided to divert from the usual route and take a “shortcut” to avoid heavy traffic.
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October 01, 2025
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VAT cut to 10% could hurt government finances – DOF
MANILA — Reducing the value-added tax (VAT) rate to 10 percent from 12 percent could cost the government roughly P330 billion annually, derail fiscal consolidation efforts and disproportionately benefit high-income earners, the Department of Finance (DOF) warned.
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October 01, 2025
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CFBJ condemns harassment of reporters
DURING ARCHBISHOP UY'S INSTALLATION
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October 01, 2025
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PEZA greenlights nearly P49-B worth of investments in September
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has already achieved over 60% of its target approvals this year after greenlighting P48.87 billion worth of investment pledges in September.
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October 01, 2025
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House loses jurisdiction over ethics raps vs. Zaldy
After Rep. Elizaldy Co resigned, the House lost its jurisdiction over the ethics complaint filed against him, House Speaker Bojie Dy confirmed on Monday, September 29.
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October 01, 2025
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Mandaue City faces P305M SEF deficit
DUE TO MISCALCULATION
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October 01, 2025
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Archival serious in pursuing land swap deal with capitol
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival reaffirmed the city’s commitment to the implementation of the 93-1 land swap agreement with the Cebu Provincial Government.
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October 01, 2025
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NBI inspects flood control projects in 7th District
He recalled the devastation of Typhoon Odette, which washed out national roads in Alegria and Malabuyoc, as well as earlier disasters such as Typhoon Sinyal in Ronda and Dumanjug, as proof of the need for flood mitigation.
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October 01, 2025
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J.K. Rowling condemns 'ignorant' Harry Potter star Emma Watson
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling yesterday condemned Emma Watson as \"ignorant\" over her transgender rights views, in a stinging riposte to the former child star.
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October 01, 2025
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Philippines trade deficit at $3.5 billion in August
The Philippines posted a trade deficit of $3.5 billion for August, the lowest in six months, preliminary official data showed on Tuesday.
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October 01, 2025
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'Hamilton' gets limited Phl cinema run starting Oct. 1
Walt Disney Studios announced that the filmed version of the original Broadway production of the Tony®, GRAMMY®, Emmy®, and Pulitzer Prizewinning musical “Hamilton” will open in select Philippine cinemas for one week only starting today, October 1.
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October 01, 2025
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RRDIC-7 to drive research and innovation
The Regional Development Council-7 (RDC-7) has approved the creation of the Regional Research, Development, and Innovation Committee (RRDIC-7), a new body tasked to lead the region's research and innovation agenda to support inclusive growth.
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October 01, 2025
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YouTube to pay $22 million in settlement with Trump
YouTube has agreed to pay $22 million to settle a lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump after the company suspended his account over the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol, according to a court filing Monday.
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October 01, 2025
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Abne eyes knockout win against Espinas
April Jay \"Astroboy\" Abne of Cebu's ARQ Stable is determined to give his best when he slugs it out with the world-rated Jesse \"Little Giant\" Espinas for the vacant International Boxing Federation (IBF) Asia flyweight belt in the main event of \"Bugbugan sa Abra\" on October 9 at the University of Abra's Gov. Andres B. Bernos Memorial Gymnasium in Bangued.
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October 01, 2025
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The thorn that is Kiko Barzaga
In recent weeks, Filipinos have been introduced to Gen Z Rep. Francisco \"Kiko\" Austria Barzaga of Dasmariñas, Cavite.
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October 01, 2025
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Quiboloy 'stable' after being rushed to hospital
Self-proclaimed “Son of God” Apollo Quiboloy is now in stable condition after being hospitalized due to a “difficulty in breathing,” according to the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) on Tuesday, September 30.
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October 01, 2025
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The blessed towns of Malrondu
Malrondu means Malabuyoc, Ronda, and Dumanjug.
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October 01, 2025
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‘Beauty Empire’ promises most beautiful finale
A wave of betrayals and alliances is set to leave viewers on the edge of their seats in the gripping finale of GMA Network, Viu Philippines, and CreaZion Studios' revenge drama series, \"Beauty Empire.
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October 01, 2025
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P24.9M drugs seized, 395 nabbed in week-long drive
More than P24.9 million worth of illegal drugs were confiscated and at least 395 suspects were arrested during week-long anti-criminality operations across Central Visayas from September 21 to 27.
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