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Putin: Middle East on brink of full-scale war
The Philippine Star

Putin: Middle East on brink of full-scale war

KAZAN (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin said yesterday that the Middle East was on the brink of a full-scale war as tensions rose sharply between Israel and Iran.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Western Visayas workers to receive pay hike

BACOLOD CITY - Minimum wage earners in Panay and Negros will receive higher take-home pay after the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) granted an increase of P33 to P40 in their daily salary.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

5 Dawlah terrorists slain in Lanao clash

ZAMBOANGA CITY - Five suspected Dawlah Islamiyah terrorists were killed while two others were arrested following an encounter in Sultan Naga Dimaporo town in Lanao del Norte at dawn on Wednesday.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Bird flu still affects 3 Central Luzon barangays

Three barangays in Central Luzon are still affected by bird flu, according to the Bureau of Animal Industry.

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October 25, 2024
How Senate can exceed quad comm probe of EJKs
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How Senate can exceed quad comm probe of EJKs

\"Huwad comm versus Quad comm.\" That went viral when Sen. Bato dela Rosa announced he wants to investigate extrajudicial killings under Rody Duterte's presidency.

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October 25, 2024
Whither weather?
The Philippine Star

Whither weather?

How about simplifying the rainfall flood warning system to numerical alerts, like the storm signals? Everyone has grown used to Signal Numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4 (Super Typhoon Yolanda was categorized as No. 4), and prepare accordingly -residents, government personnel, rescue and relief teams.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Comelec restrained

Last Wednesday, the Supreme Court restrained the Commission on Elections from disqualifying from the 2025 polls government officials who have been dismissed and barred from ever holding public office. Comelec officials said some 100 people could be covered by the SC ruling.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Phones abuzz with flood warnings

With Severe Tropical Storm Kristine affecting Luzon and other parts of the country, rain and flood warnings are being sent through text messages by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

No water at NAIA 1 toilets

After resolving the baggage handling system glitch, lavatories at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 suffered from a damaged main water pipe on Wednesday night.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Kristine floods MM; Classes still suspended

Torrential rains dumped by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine submerged parts of Metro Manila yesterday.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

POGO probe canceled due to Kristine

The quad committee of the House of Representatives canceled its hearing scheduled yesterday, to allow congressmen to focus their efforts on providing relief and assistance to their respective districts in the aftermath of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Kristine destroys, damages hundreds of classrooms

Amid a limited budget to address classroom shortage nationwide, school infrastructure incurred damage amounting to P765 million due to Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, according to the Department of Education (DepEd).

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Kristine to hurt palay production - DA chief

Severe Tropical Storm Kristine will hurt the country's total palay production as the Department of Agriculture (DA) awaits reports on damage to the sector, Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said yesterday.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

SC asked: Issue TRO ASAP on PhilHealth fund transfer

A senior administration lawmaker from Mindanao yesterday urged the Supreme Court to immediately issue a temporary restraining order to stop further transfers of funds from the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) to the national treasury and prevent the dissipation of the money.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Quiboloy accusers urged to file cases in court

Senate President Francis Escudero lauded the Senate women and children committee for concluding its investigation, saying the witnesses may now pursue cases in court against accused sex offender and human trafficker Apollo Quiboloy.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Bato on drug war: No regrets, will do it again

Sen. Ronald \"Bato\" dela Rosa has no regrets implementing the bloody war on drugs of former president Rodrigo Duterte, saying he would \"do it again\" if given a chance as he expressed willingness to participate in the Senate's inquiry on Monday.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Dam water release to be gradual, measured

As Severe Tropical Storm Kristine moved to Northern Luzon yesterday after inundating large parts of the Bicol region, the National Power Corp. (Napocor) started releasing dam water while assuring the public the procedure would be controlled to avoid flooding in downstream communities.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Pagasa: Kristine may reloop back to PAR

Severe Tropical Storm Kristine maintained its strength as it roared through Northern Luzon yesterday and is now making its way over the West Philippine Sea (WPS).

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October 25, 2024
Kristine death toll rises to 26
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Kristine death toll rises to 26

Classes, work in Luzon still suspended today

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

DepEd assessing missed school days, makeup classes

The Department of Education (DepEd) is assessing the number of missed school days due to calamities, the most recent of which was due to Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, in order to implement the necessary interventions in the coming days, including possible makeup classes.

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October 25, 2024
The Philippine Star

Comelec posts names of all party-list nominees

The names of all party-list nominees in the May 2025 elections are now out for public scrutiny and possible filing of petitions for cancellation of nomination.

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October 25, 2024
Kamikaze
The Philippine Star

Kamikaze

FIRST PERSON - AIl things considered, the \"press conference\" called by Vice President Sara Duterte last Friday was actually just a rant.

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October 24, 2024
BMW XM Label Red - The most powerful BMW ever is available in the Philippines
The Philippine Star

BMW XM Label Red - The most powerful BMW ever is available in the Philippines

The BMW XM is already POI a special car. It's not like EX the M badged models from BMW that were production cars tuned for higher performance, no.

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October 24, 2024
INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY TO TAKE CENTER STAGE AT SUZUKI'S PIMS 2024 SHOWCASE
The Philippine Star

INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY TO TAKE CENTER STAGE AT SUZUKI'S PIMS 2024 SHOWCASE

Suzuki Philippines is set to reaffirm its commitment to eco-friendly innovation at the 9th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) from October 24 to 27 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

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October 24, 2024
Foton showcases new EV and new pickup model at PIMS 2024
The Philippine Star

Foton showcases new EV and new pickup model at PIMS 2024

Keeping abreast with the industry's relentless rollout of pure electric and hybrid models, commercial vehicle specialist Foton Motor Philippines is rolling out its own all-new fully electric vehicle at the Philippine International Motor Show 2024, which runs from October 24 to 27 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

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October 24, 2024
MG Motor PH solidifies presence with new flagship showroom in Alabang
The Philippine Star

MG Motor PH solidifies presence with new flagship showroom in Alabang

MG Motor Philippines is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest flagship showroom, MG Alabang, owned and operated by Automotive Icon, Inc.

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October 24, 2024
ISUZU PH HINTS AT OFFERING CARBON NEUTRAL VEHICLE AT PIMS 2024
The Philippine Star

ISUZU PH HINTS AT OFFERING CARBON NEUTRAL VEHICLE AT PIMS 2024

As the Philippine automotive industry gears up for the highly anticipated 9th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is set to make waves with exciting developments in its electric and hybrid vehicle lineup. The event, organized by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers Association, Inc. (CAMPI), will take place from October 24 to 27 at the World Trade Center Manila.

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October 24, 2024
The Philippine Star

Catch the IONIQ 5 N and SPOT the Robot at the 2024 EV Summit

\"WITH OUR DISPLAY OF THE IONIQ 5 N, AS WELL AS SPOT, WE HOPE TO SHARE WITH EVERYONE HOW HYUNDAI CONTINUES TO SPARK CHANGE IN THE EV SCENE. WE INVITE EVERYONE TO VISIT OUR BOOTH TO SEE THE IONIQ 5 N AND IONIQ 6, AS WE ALSO HAVE SEVERAL EXCITING OFFERS FOR YOU TO ENJOY AT THE 12TH EV SUMMIT.\"

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October 24, 2024
"Hyundai Weekend Hangout at Enchanted Kingdom celebrates loyal Hyundai owners"
The Philippine Star

"Hyundai Weekend Hangout at Enchanted Kingdom celebrates loyal Hyundai owners"

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) invited its loyal customers and their families to a \"Hyundai Weekend Hangout\" at Enchanted Kingdom, Santa Rosa Laguna last September 27-28, 2024.

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October 24, 2024
HMPH SELECTS TOP HYUNDAI ACCELERATE SCHOLARS FOR AN IMMERSIVE TRAINING IN SOUTH KOREA
The Philippine Star

HMPH SELECTS TOP HYUNDAI ACCELERATE SCHOLARS FOR AN IMMERSIVE TRAINING IN SOUTH KOREA

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) empowers the youth through its pilot educational aid program, in partnership with Don Bosco Technical Institute (DBTI), the City Government of Pasig, Quezon City Government, and the Department of Education Taguig City and Pateros (DepEd TAPAT).

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October 24, 2024