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Jude Law became 'obsessive' Putin watcher for role as Russian leader
British actor Jude Law yesterday said he became an “obsessive” watcher of Vladimir Putin as he prepared for his role as the Russian leader in his new film “The Wizard of the Kremlin” which premiered at the Venice Film Festival.
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September 02, 2025
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Ukraine: Russia linked to lawmaker's killing
Kyiv on Monday said Russia was linked to the weekend assassination of a pro-Western Ukrainian politician after the arrest of a suspect alleged to have carried out the shooting dressed as a courier.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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New arbitration case vs China still an option
The Philippines has not ruled out filing a new arbitration case against Beijing over its growing assertion of its maritime claims in the South China Sea, though the National Maritime Council says the option will have to be “studied carefully.”
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September 02, 2025
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Ex-gov Garcia defends handling of P1.2B Special Education Fund
Former Cebu governor Gwendolyn Garcia defended the provincial government's handling of the P1.2-billion special education fund (SEF) during her term, emphasizing that the Capitol had long practiced sound financial management to maximize government resources.
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September 02, 2025
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LTO-7 exec faces complaint for illegal tapping, extortion
A senior official of the Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas (LTO-7) is facing a complaint before the Office of the Ombudsman-Visayas for allegedly facilitating the illegal tapping of water and electricity lines to a private company, in addition to alleged extortion activities.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
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MISSILES, DRONES, LASERS: New weapons expected at Beijing military parade
China will showcase a range of new weapons during a vast military parade on Wednesday, in a show of strength that is being seen as a challenge to US military dominance.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
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City eyes liquidated damages
“Kay ang nahitabo karon, wa man tay hold sa mga contractor, hangyo raman ta,” said Archival, stressing that delays have left the city government helpless.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
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International media condemn journalist deaths in Gaza
More than 250 media outlets in over 70 countries staged a front page protest Monday highlighting the deaths of scores of journalists in Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza, the Reporters Without Borders media freedom group said.
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September 02, 2025
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Bianca embraces hosting growth ahead of 'PBB Collab' season 2
Television host Bianca Gonzalez officially renewed her contract with ABS-CBN at the “KapamILYa Forever: Network Contract Signing” event yesterday, September 1.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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Darby's “Ode to the Motherland”
Cebu's Darby Vincent Alcoseba recently ticked off an entry in his professional creative bucket list in having a solo show staged at the NCCA Gallery in Metro Manila.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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PROBE told: Act on street dwellers at CBRT stations
PACKAGE 1 LAUNCH Archival reiterated plans to proceed with the commencement of Package 1 in September, although the specific date still needs confirmation from the Department of Transportation (DOTr).
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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Nepo babies and netizens
Aside from the contractors, suppliers, and Department of Public Works and Highways officials who have benefitted from alleged corruption in the building of flood-control projects, the public has also turned its ire on another group of people.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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Kai Montinola joins 'Roja' cast
Anticipation is high for Donny Pangilinan and Kyle Echarri's first venture in an action-drama series for ABS-CBN's \"Roja,\" which also revealed yesterday its full lineup of cast members.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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Why is the Church silent amidst too much corruption?
When good people are indifferent while evil people plunder the nation, there's something wrong with our country. The Roman Catholic Church is religiously silent.
3 min |
September 02, 2025
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Senator Marcos slams alleged bribery pressure on OIC Ombudsman Vargas
Senator Imee Marcos has raised alarm over alleged attempts to pressure Officer-in-Charge Ombudsman Dante Vargas into dismissing a corruption complaint she filed against top government officials, including Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin \"Boying\" Remulla.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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Lovi Poe expecting 1st child
Lovi Poe is finally going to be a mother to her firstborn with British husband, Monty Blencowe.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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ANS SPORTS 3X3 SEASON 3 A HUGE SUCCESS
Sirius Star crowned new open division champion
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September 02, 2025
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Afghanistan quake kills more than 800
Jalalabad, Afghanistan
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September 02, 2025
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DPWH chief Dizon orders resignations
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September 02, 2025
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Councilor urges DPWH to repair collapsed flood control structure
Mandaue City Councilor Carlo Fortuna urged the Cebu 6th District Engineering Office (DEO) of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to implement corrective measures on the collapsed flood control structure in Barangay Paknaan, suggesting that the PVC sheet piles be reinforced with steel.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
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PSEi seeks to reverse downtrend
Investors will continue their search for major catalysts this week to potentially reverse the bearish sentiment in the local stock market.
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September 02, 2025
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AirAsia boosts Cebu hub with new routes
AirAsia Philippines is reinforcing its Cebu hub with the relaunch of three domestic and two international routes, as the carrier looks to capture rising demand in the Visayas ahead of the holiday travel season.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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Yemen's Huthis hold funeral for PM killed in Israeli strike
Yemen's Huthi rebels held a funeral on Monday for their prime minister and 11 other senior officials killed in an Israeli air strike that penetrated the Iran-backed group.
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September 02, 2025
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Thousands protest in Indonesia as military deployed in capital
Thousands of Indonesians rallied across the country Monday as the military was deployed in the capital after six people were killed in nationwide protests over lavish perks for lawmakers that escalated into violent anger against the police.
2 min |
September 02, 2025
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Dubai holds San Miguel- Ginebra PH Cup rematch
Defending Philippine Cup champion San Miguel and Barangay Ginebra bring fireworks in Dubai as they kick off the first in a series of overseas games in the pipeline for the golden anniversary celebration of the Philippine Basketball Association.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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Fire destroys Labangon house, leaves 11 homeless
At least 11 individuals and a family were displaced after a fire broke out yesterday dawn in R. Arcenas Street, Sitio Sta. Ana Capaculan, Barangay Labangon, Cebu City, leaving an estimated damage of P2.52 million.
1 min |
September 02, 2025
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Flaunting lifestyles
The tale of the subdued flood control projects has now dragged on to the images of the people behind the huge ticket projects.
3 min |
September 02, 2025
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BSP: Freeze on new crypto licenses stays
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has extended indefinitely its moratorium on the issuance of new licenses for virtual asset service providers (VASPs), as regulators move to guard against risks linked to the fast-evolving digital asset industry.
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September 02, 2025
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'Magellan' is Phl's official entry to Oscars 2026
Lav Diaz’s historical movie “Magellan,” starring Gael Garcia Bernal as the titular explorer, is the Philippines’ official entry to the 98th Academy Awards or Oscars 2026.
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September 02, 2025
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Fuel prices to climb anew as September begins
Commuters and motorists will feel another pinch at the pump as fuel prices climb for the second week in a row on Tuesday, September 2.
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