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ICI bares Co’s kickback scheme
Resigned lawmaker Zaldy Co’s alleged kickback scheme did not occur solely during the secretive bicameral conference committee but, according to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), started from the very beginning when the budget was proposed in the National Expenditure Program (NEP).
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October 31, 2025
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Red-hot Jokic registers fourth straight triple-double as Nuggets rout Pelicans
Nikola Jokic bagged his fourth straight triple-double to start the NBA season to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 122-88 rout of the New Orleans Pelicans.
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October 31, 2025
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AboitizPower to acquire 25% stake in Vietnam power plant
Aboitiz Power Corp. (AboitizPower) said on Thursday that it will acquire a 25% equity stake in Vietnam's Van Phong Power Co. Ltd. (VPCL) from Japan's Sumitomo Corp. for $220 million.
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October 31, 2025
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Dark waters, lost income
Data from local governments show that over 3,000 fisherfolk in Bais City and nearly 900 families in Manjuyod have lost their primary source of income.
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October 31, 2025
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As it assumes ASEAN chair, the Philippines faces 3 hard tests
At the close of this year’s ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. officially accepted the bloc’s chairmanship from Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim — a symbolic handover that also placed on the Philippines’ shoulders a set of regional problems with no easy fixes.
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October 31, 2025
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Jerusalem keeps WBC crown for the third time
Two-time world champion Melvin “El Gringo” Jerusalem took care of business at home, outpointing a game Siyakholwa Kuse of South Africa to retain his World Boxing Council (WBC) minimumweight title in the blockbuster “Thrilla in Manila 2” card early Thursday, October 30.
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October 31, 2025
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Phl government's outstanding debt slips to P17.46 trillion
The National Government's (NG) outstanding debt slid to P17.46 trillion at the end of September, but still remained above the full-year projection, data from the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) showed.
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October 31, 2025
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DPWH admits lapses in delayed Ayala Heights project
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)-Cebu City District Engineering Office has admitted lapses that led to the delay of a road construction project in Ayala Heights, Barangay Malubog—one of the infrastructure projects earlier flagged by Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival.
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October 31, 2025
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Supposed to be kept secret
Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Ma. Cynthia “Cindi” Chan is now getting flak after a photo of a tarp with her face and the faces of several other politicians circulated online.
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October 31, 2025
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Patience in compassion
Perhaps that’s what we can learn from the readings of Friday of the 30th Week in Ordinary Time. (cfr. Rom 9,1-5; Lk 14,1-6) There we can see how St. Paul expressed his deep sorrow and anguish for his unbelieving people and was willing to be cursed if only to help his Jewish brothers and sisters. The gospel reading talks about Christ giving priority to compassion over legalism by healing a man with a dropsy on a Sabbath day.
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October 31, 2025
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Celebrating Unfading Friendships
There are some occasions — birthdays and anniversaries — that come to a full circle each year, gently reminding us of time's sweet rhythms.
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October 31, 2025
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TP strengthens Phl presence with new 3,700- seat facility
Digital business services firm TP (formerly Teleperformance) has opened its newest and most advanced facility in the Philippines — the TP McKinley West Campus — marking a significant expansion of its operations in one of its largest global markets.
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October 31, 2025
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6 Filmmakers Who Have Mastered Fear in Storytelling
Whether it’s running from a monster or facing a terrifying existential crisis, horror and thriller remain the best genres for placing characters in fear-inducing situations while keeping audiences entertained with suspense and scares. While there are many great filmmakers who excel in these genres, these six have helped shape horror into what it is today.
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October 31, 2025
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Christian-centered celebrations over Halloween parties pushed
He noted that more faithful, including bishops, are now inspired to move away from the “Halloween-halloween” tradition that promotes fear and darkness.
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October 31, 2025
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7 public transport workers test positive for drug use
SURPRISE DRUG TEST
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October 30, 2025
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Undas, waste, WTE
Once again, Filipinos will flock to cemeteries to visit their departed. Aside from prayers, candles, flowers, expect cemeteries to be filled with trash during this period.
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October 30, 2025
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Hurricane makes landfall in Cuba
A downgraded Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Cuba early on Wednesday after ripping a path of destruction across Jamaica, which authorities have designated a “disaster area.”
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October 30, 2025
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Red-hot CEC Dragons roar to best start in 15 years
The Cebu Eastern College (CEC) Dragons lost to the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Jaguar Cubs during their first game in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) Season 2025 basketball tournament.
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October 30, 2025
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Marjorie on mom's interview: 'Damage control'
Former actress Marjorie Barretto is hurt by comments made by her mother Estrella \"Inday\" Barretto who sat down for a two-part interview with showbiz vlogger Ogie Diaz.
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October 30, 2025
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Reasons to watch The Running Man
The Running Man, starring Glen Powell and directed by Edgar Wright, based on Stephen King's novel, is opening soon in Philippine cinemas.
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October 30, 2025
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Trump expects 'great meeting' with Xi
US President Donald Trump voiced optimism Wednesday for advancing toward major trade deals with Beijing and Seoul, on the eve of crucial talks in South Korea with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
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October 30, 2025
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Bloodline
Alex Eala is poised to breach rank 50, another first of the many firsts she monopolizes, only because she is alone in carrying the flag in the women's professional tour.
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October 30, 2025
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POGOs now illegal in Philippines
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed into law a measure banning Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs).
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October 30, 2025
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Prime suspect in cop's killing denies allegation
Leonardo \"Jun\" Manto Jr., the alleged prime suspect in the killing of Police Captain Joel Deiparine, denied the allegations hurled against him and expressed his intention to surrender to the authorities.
3 min |
October 30, 2025
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A twist in a blogger's podcast
In a democracy, the justice system is built on the principle called the rule of law as it ensures that laws are applied fairly and equally to all.
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October 30, 2025
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They who keep us safe
A police captain of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group-7 was killed while a police sergeant was wounded after a shootout in Sitio Balaw, Barangay Sudlon 2, Cebu City, around 6 p.m. last Saturday
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October 30, 2025
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Alcover sues Archival
In his affidavit, Alcover cited \"willfully, unlawfully, and with manifest partiality\" as grounds for the complaint, derived from alleged \"evident bad faith and gross negligence.
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October 30, 2025
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Belle, Piolo lead US previews, panels for 'Meet, Greet & Bye'
Belle Mariano and Piolo Pascual, two of the lead stars of \"Meet, Greet, & Bye,\" took part in the film's exclusive trailer previews, followed by insightful discussions about the anticipated family drama movie across North America.
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October 30, 2025
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Credit watchers affirm Phl investment grade
Debt watchers Moody's and Fitch Ratings have affirmed the country's investment grade status despite the issues surrounding alleged flood control corruption in the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), according to the Department of Budget and Management (DBM).
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October 30, 2025
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Tejero resident nabbed with P7.9 million drugs
Over P7.9 million worth of 1.1 kilogram of suspected shabu was seized from a 56-year-old suspected high-value drug pusher in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Tejero, Cebu City on Tuesday evening, October 28.
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