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DILG- 7 gets gold GAD Seal award
The Department of Interior and Local Government 7 (DILG-7) recently got a gold Gender and Development (GAD) Seal from its Central Office, the only one to have received such a regional from the Visayas regions.
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May 19, 2025
The Freeman
Another HMO placed under conservatorship
The Insurance Commission (IC) has placed health maintenance organization (HMO) Getwell Health Systems Inc. (GHSI) under conservatorship amid its inability to address requirements from the government.
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May 19, 2025
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Philippine BPM sector cautiously optimistic amid global headwinds
Steady Gains in 2024, but Outlook Remains Cautious
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May 19, 2025
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Phl counting on 14.2-GW new power supply by 2030
Over 14,200 megawatts (MW) of new capacity are set to come online by 2030 to strengthen the country’s power supply, according to the Department of Energy.
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May 19, 2025
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P4B earmarked for 16,000 new teaching positions
The government is allocating P4.19 billion to create 16,000 new teaching positions in public schools for the upcoming academic year, aiming to strengthen manpower across the country's educational system.
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May 19, 2025
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PhilHealth, DepEd agree to improve student healthcare
The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) and the Department of Education (DepEd) recently signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance access to healthcare among public school students.
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May 19, 2025
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Lilo and Stitch are back
Get ready to reunite with your favorite duo as Disney’s Lilo & Stitch returns to the big screen in a brand-new live-action reimagining.
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May 19, 2025
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MICROPLASTICS FAQS
What are microplastics?
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May 19, 2025
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Changing work styles fueling demand for coworking spaces
Demand for coworking workspaces in the Philippines is expected to rise amid easing inflation and as companies shift to flexible, short-term leasing, analysts said.
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May 19, 2025
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Severe storms, tornadoes kill at least 25 in south-central US
Severe storms that tore through the US states of Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia left more than 25 people dead, leveling homes and businesses while knocking out power for tens of thousands, authorities say.
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May 19, 2025
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Knicks dethrone Celtics
Reach East finals for first time in 25 years
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May 18, 2025
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UNDERVOTING IN THE SENATORIAL RACE? 37% of possible votes unused, says analyst
MANILA About 242 million senatorial votes went unused in the recent midterm elections as the average Filipino voter only shaded seven to eight candidates instead of the maximum 12, according to the president of a public opinion research firm.
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May 18, 2025
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Bam, Kiko set for Senate comeback
Former senators Bam Aquino and Kiko Pangilinan secured their Senate return with their official proclamation as winners on Saturday, May 17 - a comeback powered by the Pink movement and public weariness of the Marcos-Duterte feud.
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May 18, 2025
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GETTING WOUNDED IS PART OF BEING ALIVE
I recently had an eye-opening experience when I came by this quote by author Henri Nouwen: “Nobody escapes being wounded. We are all wounded people, whether physically, emotionally, mentally or spiritually…”
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May 18, 2025
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Best wishes for the new administration
This week, the US Supreme Court heard arguments pertaining to an executive order issued by President Donald Trump that seeks to deny citizenship to US-born children of undocumented or temporary immigrants.
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May 18, 2025
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Winners proclaimed
MANILA Five days after the polls, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has officially proclaimed the next set of senators, most of whom are incumbent or returning lawmakers.
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May 18, 2025
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Jonkie Ouano plans to conduct audit of Mandaue City's finances
Mandaue City Mayor-elect Thadeo Jovito \"Jonkie\" Ouano said he plans to conduct an audit of Mandaue City’s financials as one of his priorities when he officially assumes office on July 1, 2025.
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May 18, 2025
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CV 6th in HIV cases
Central Visayas recorded 225 new HIV cases in the first quarter of 2025, placing it among the top six regions with the highest number of infections nationwide, according to the Department of Health.
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May 18, 2025
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Tagle: 'I found the attention unsettling'
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle admitted feeling uneasy about being seen as a potential successor to the pope, saying he preferred to keep away from the spotlight as speculation swirled ahead of the 2025 conclave.
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May 18, 2025
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Challenges of Governor- Elect Pamela Baricuatro
Few days ago, I heard two reports coming from the fields of economy and politics.
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May 18, 2025
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Israel launches expanded offensive to defeat Hamas
The Israeli military announced the early stages of an intensified operation in Gaza aimed at defeating Hamas, with rescuers in the besieged Palestinian territory reporting 10 killed Saturday in fresh strikes.
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May 18, 2025
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Trump blasts Supreme Court over block on deportations
US President Donald Trump lashed out Friday at the Supreme Court after it blocked his bid to resume deportations of alleged Venezuelan gang members, saying the justices are “not allowing me to do what I was elected to do.”
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May 18, 2025
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A FRIENDSHIP BOND OVER SUMMER
On the sun-drenched shores of Apo Island, where coral gardens bloom beneath turquoise waves even at thigh-deep waters, a young turtle named Shaun began her summer in her favorite patch of seagrass.
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May 18, 2025
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Archival promotes reuse, recycling of poll materials
Cebu City mayor-elect Nestor Archival, an advocate for environmental sustainability, is calling for the reuse and recycling of campaign materials following the May 12 midterm elections.
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May 18, 2025
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CV sees crime drop during polls
The Police Regional Office-7 (PRO-7) recorded a significant decline in all major crime indicators during the 2025 midterm elections.
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May 18, 2025
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JASON DY RENEWS CONTRACT WITH STAR MUSIC
IN HIS 10TH YEAR IN INDUSTRY
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May 18, 2025
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Nine killed in Russian drone attack on Ukraine after talks
A Russian drone attack on a minibus carrying civilians killed nine people on Saturday, authorities said, a day after Moscow and Kyiv agreed a large-scale prisoner swap at talks in Turkey.
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May 18, 2025
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SRBC rules San Remigio Basketball Summer League 2025
The San Remigio Beach Club (SRBC) emerged as champion of the recently concluded San Remigio Basketball Summer League 2025 at the Casals Village Gym in Barangay Mabolo, Cebu City.
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May 18, 2025
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Ginebra stays inside Top 4
Barangay Ginebra firmed up its position inside the Top 4 as it turned back Phoenix, 119-112, in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup last Friday night at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City.
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May 18, 2025
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Winners proclaimed
Former Sen. Kiko Pangilinan, who completes the \"Kiko-Bam\" campaign, also defied expectations, finishing fifth with 15.34 million votes.
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