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Marcos pre-Sona approval, trust ratings dip; VP gets modest gain
Zacarian Sarao
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:52:44 PST
Live Updates: SONA 2024 President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. speaks during his visit in Calbayog City, Thursday, July 4, 2024. (Photo from the Official Facebook page of the Presidential Communications Office) MANILA, Philippines Just before his third State of the Nation Address (Sona), a Pulse Asia survey showed President Fe...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961771/marcos-approval-trust-ratings-slightly-dip-vps-approval-rating-slightly-goes-up
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Namfrel to Comelec: Don’t ban AI in next elections
Dexter Cabalza
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:35:00 PST
Comelec Chair George Garcia Comelec Chair George Garcia MANILA, Philippines — The National Citizens’ Movement for Free Elections (Namfrel) has objected to a proposal pending before the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to ban the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as a campaign tool in next year’s midterm polls. The p...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961679/namfrel-to-comelec-dont-ban-ai-in-next-elections
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5 Duterte-appointed DepEd officials submit resignations
Dempsey Reyes
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:10:00 PST
Vice President and outgoing DepEd Sec. Sara Duterte. —screengrab from DepEd Philippines Facebook page Vice President and outgoing DepEd Sec. Sara Duterte. —screengrab from DepEd Philippines Facebook page MANILA, Philippines — Ahead of the change in leadership at the Department of Education (DepEd) starting on July 19, ...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961699/5-duterte-appointed-deped-officials-submit-resignations
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PH-Strong Group dumps Malaysia, improves to 4-0 in Jones Cup
Rommel Fuertes Jr.
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 21:31:37 PST
Strong Group Athletics in its 2024 Jones Cup game against Malaysia. –SGA ATHLETICS Strong Group Athletics in its 2024 Jones Cup game against Malaysia. –SGA ATHLETICS MANILA, Philippines—Strong Group Athletics hiked its winning streak to four following its romping of Malaysia, 89-54, in the 43rd William Jones Cup 2024 a...
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https://sports.inquirer.net/575050/strong-group-dumps-malaysia-improves-to-4-0-in-jones-cup
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Cavite City in state of calamity due to massive fire
Delfin T. Mallari Jr.
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:35:00 PST
INFERNO A drone captures the blaze crawling through the houses in Barangays 5 and 7 of Cavite City on Sunday. —Cavite City Mayor Denver Chua Facebook photo INFERNO A drone captures the blaze crawling through the houses in Barangays 5 and 7 of Cavite City on Sunday. —Cavite City Mayor Denver Chua Facebook photo LUCENA C...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961650/cavite-city-in-state-of-calamity-due-to-massive-fire
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INQToday: PH, China establish hotline presidents can use to stop sea clashes
INQUIRER.net
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:20:30 PST
Here’s a quick roundup of today’s top stories: A recently signed agreement will open a direct line of communication between the presidential offices of China and the Philippines to help prevent any new confrontation from spiraling out of control in the disputed South China Sea,  according to highlights of the accord se...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961820/inqtoday-ph-china-establish-hotline-presidents-can-use-to-stop-sea-clashes
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Bangsamoro folk told to brace for more floods
Edwin O. Fernandez, Julie M. Aurelio
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:40:00 PST
HELP US A resident of Pagalungan, Maguindanao del Sur, is asking for help from commuters and motorists using cardboard. He and his family have been living in a tent beside the national highway that has been spared from the flood that has inundated his town. —photo courtesy of Datu Bolelo ZM Mamasabulod HELP US A reside...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961643/bangsamoro-folk-told-to-brace-for-more-floods
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How to protect your stock portfolio from peso volatility
Henry Ong
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 02:01:00 PST
Last week, we discussed how historically, the stock market and the peso-dollar exchange rate often move in opposite directions. When the peso depreciates against the dollar, the price of the dollar goes up while the stock market declines. Conversely, when the peso appreciates against the dollar, the price of the dollar...
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https://business.inquirer.net/468972/how-to-protect-your-stock-portfolio-from-peso-volatility
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NexGen raises sub-goal P529 million from IPO
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 02:02:00 PST
NexGen Energy Corp. led by businessman Dexter Tiu closed more than 1 percent above its IPO price during its stock market debut on Tuesday despite not raising its target amount, reflecting a still-receptive environment for renewable energy firms. NexGen, which listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange’s (PSE) small, mediu...
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https://business.inquirer.net/468968/nexgen-raises-sub-goal-p529-million-from-ipo
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Consing: Maharlika seen to boost economic growth, reduce poverty
Philippine News Agency
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 10:27:12 PST
Maharlika Investment Corp. president and chief executive officer Rafael Jose Consing Jr. (PNA photo by Kris M. Crismundo) Maharlika Investment Corp. president and chief executive officer Rafael Jose Consing Jr. (PNA photo by Kris M. Crismundo) MANILA – The Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) will help boost the country’s e...
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https://business.inquirer.net/469059/consing-maharlika-seen-to-boost-economic-growth-reduce-poverty
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BOI raises 2024 investment approval target to P1.6T
Alden M. Monzon
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 02:09:00 PST
Photo from BOI/FACEBOOK Photo from BOI/FACEBOOK The Board of Investments (BOI) has raised its target investment approvals this year to P1.6 trillion from P1.5 trillion, drawing optimism from the upward trend in the volume of foreign direct investments coming to the Philippines. “Considering the overall numbers are up 1...
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https://business.inquirer.net/468969/boi-raises-24-investment-approval-target-to-p1-6t
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SC orders 2 axed delivery riders reinstated
Jane Bautista
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:15:00 PST
Inquirer file photo Inquirer file photo MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has ordered the reinstatement of two delivery riders and the payment of their back wages and benefits, affirming that both were regular employees, not independent contractors, and were illegally dismissed. In a 21-page decision promulgated ...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961683/sc-orders-2-axed-delivery-riders-reinstated
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Negros cops to file raps vs 2 suspects in Amorsolo painting theft
Carla P. Gomez @carlagomezINQ
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 11:48:57 PST
FROM NEGROS TO QC The recovery of the Fernando Amorsolo painting “Mango Harvesters,” presented to reporters by National Bureau of Investigation Director Jaime Santiago on Friday, is important for Silay City and Negros Occidental as the masterpiece has been considered a community treasure. The 88-year old artwork of the...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961794/negros-cops-to-file-raps-vs-2-suspects-in-amorsolo-painting-theft
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INQToday: China Coast Guard’s ‘monster ship’ still in Escoda – PCG
INQUIRER.net
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 18:17:35 PST
Here’s a quick roundup of today’s top stories: China Coast Guard’s (CCG) “monster ship” remains within Escoda (Sabina) Shoal contrary to a previous report that it had left, Commodore Jay Tarriela, Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea (WPS), said on Wednesday. Tarriela also confirmed the...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961923/inqtoday-china-coast-guards-monster-ship-still-in-escoda-pcg
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South Korean firm Miru condemns bribery allegations against Comelec
Adrian Parungao
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 16:20:48 PST
NEW PROVIDER Officials of Miru Systems Co. Ltd. led by its president Chung Jin-bok appear at the Commission on Elections in March 2024 for the signing of their P18-billion contract with the poll body. INQUIRER file photo / RICHARD A. REYES NEW PROVIDER Officials of Miru Systems Co. Ltd. led by its president Chung Jin-b...
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https://globalnation.inquirer.net/242995/south-korean-firm-miru-condemns-bribery-allegations-against-comelec
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PH, US tackle Edca, maritime domain awareness
Charie Abarca
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 10:09:04 PST
MANILA, Philippines — Top defense and security officials of the Philippines and the United States (US) met on Wednesday (Philippine time) to discuss the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (Edca) between the two nations as well as maritime domain awareness to combat “illegal and coercive” activities. In a readout, U...
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https://globalnation.inquirer.net/242914/fwd-ph-us-execs-on-maritime-domain-awareness
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Northern Samar execs invite Robinsons group to invest in the province
Joey Gabieta @joeygabietaINQ
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 11:41:07 PST
INQUIRER FILES INQUIRER FILES TACLOBAN CITY — The provincial government of Northern Samar has invited a Manila-based conglomerate for them to invest in the province. Gov. Edwin Ongchuan on July 5 met with the Robinsons and Gokongwei Group in Manila with a focus on exploring collaborative efforts to advance the industri...
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https://business.inquirer.net/469064/northern-samar-execs-invite-robinsons-group-to-invest-in-the-province
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4 Japanese fugitives arrested in Pasay, Parañaque
Faith Argosino
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:47:18 PST
MANILA, Philippines — Four Japanese wanted for their alleged involvement with a telecom fraud syndicate based in Cambodia were arrested in two separate operations in Pasay and Parañaque City on Tuesday, according to police. In separate reports issued on Wednesday, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) ident...
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https://globalnation.inquirer.net/242992/4-japanese-fugitives-arrested-in-pasay-paranaque
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Marcos administration a 6 out of 10, says economist
Dianne Sampang
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 18:47:02 PST
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.. Screengrab from RTVM President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.. Screengrab from RTVM MANILA, Philippines — An economist gave the administration a 6 out of 10 rating due to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s unfulfilled promises for the past two years. In an interview with Teleradyo on Wednesday, Emma...
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PH, US coast guards hold joint passing exercise off Lubang Island
Faith Argosino
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 18:39:43 PST
PCG PCG MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine and United States (US) coast guards conducted a joint passing exercise (PASSEX) within the waters off Lubang Island in Occidental Mindoro on Tuesday. In a statement on Wednesday afternoon, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said its BRP Melchora Aquino and USCG Cutter Waesche ...
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https://www.inquirer.net/409023/ph-us-coast-guards-hold-joint-passing-exercise-off-lubang-island/
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Samar town gets P100-M bridge under peace project
Philippine News Agency
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 17:07:30 PST
PEACE EFFORTS. Officials inspect the site of a bridge project in Matuguinao, Samar in this Nov. 16, 2023 photo. The interior town in Samar province will receive P100 million to construct a bridge that will link formerly rebel-infested communities to the town center. (Photo courtesy of Matuguinao local government) PEACE...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961924/samar-town-gets-p100-m-bridge-under-peace-project
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Garcia: No resignations among Comelec execs amid bribery claims
Adrian Parungao
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:07:48 PST
MANILA, Philippines — No one among the current roster of Commission on Elections (Comelec) officials and commissioners will resign amid the bribery allegations faced by the agency, Comelec Chairperson George Garcia said on Wednesday. According to Garcia, a resignation would be tantamount to proving that the accusations...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961895/garcia-no-resignations-among-comelec-execs-amid-bribery-claims
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Beware of toxic school supplies in Metro Manila, says group
Adrian Parungao
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 17:49:00 PST
INQUIRER FILE PHOTO INQUIRER FILE PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — Some school supplies in stores in Metro Manila have dangerous substances, advocacy group EcoWaste Coalition said on Wednesday. According to the group, 47 of the 110 school items in the stores contained lead and cadmium above the standardized limit. READ: Ban...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961936/beware-of-toxic-school-supplies-in-metro-manila
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Boracay prepares for Muslim-friendly set up with exclusive coves
Ruchelle Denice Demaisip
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:51:03 PST
FILE / Ernesto CRUZ / AFP FILE / Ernesto CRUZ / AFP BORACAY — The Department of Tourism (DOT) is set to reintroduce this island as a more Muslim-friendly destination to entice more foreign Muslim travelers. Mayor Floribar Bautista of Malay, Aklan said three potential areas on Boracay could be developed as private coves...
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https://globalnation.inquirer.net/242946/boracay-prepares-for-muslim-friendly-set-up-with-exclusive-coves
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Man found dead in his apartment in Liloan, Cebu
eares
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 21:40:07 PST
A man was found covered in blood in his apartment in Sitio Sto. Niño, Brgy. Catarman, Liloan town, northern Cebu on Wednesday morning, July 17, 2024. | Contributed photo A man was found covered in blood in his apartment in Sitio Sto. Niño, Brgy. Catarman, Liloan town, northern Cebu on Wednesday morning, July 17, 2024. ...
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https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/585174/man-found-dead-in-his-apartment-in-liloan-cebu
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Suspect in killings of Aussie couple, Filipina at Tagaytay hotel surrenders
Associated Press
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 08:48:31 PST
A suspect in the killing of two Australian nationals and a Filipino is escorted by police following his surrender in Tagaytay city, Cavite province Philippines on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Associated Press A suspect in the killing of two Australian nationals and a Filipino is escorted by police following his surrender ...
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https://globalnation.inquirer.net/242907/suspect-in-killings-of-aussie-couple-filipina-at-tagaytay-hotel-surrenders
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Senators want 1,200 ‘Alice Guos’ probed
Marlon Ramos
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:40:00 PST
Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian and suspended Bamban Mayor Alice Guo Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian and suspended Bamban Mayor Alice Guo MANILA, Philippines — Senators on Tuesday called on appropriate state agencies to go after about 1,200 “Alice Guos,” or Chinese nationals, who allegedly obtained Filipino citizenship by securing spu...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961691/senators-want-1200-alice-guos-probed
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San Miguel, partners should absorb cost of Naia rehab, says group
Tyrone Jasper C. Piad
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 02:03:00 PST
The San Miguel Corp.-led consortium, which is the government’s private sector partner for the rehabilitation of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia), should absorb the financial burden of an imminent terminal fee hike instead of passing this cost to passengers, according to a group of consumer welfare advocates. P...
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https://business.inquirer.net/468971/san-miguel-partners-should-absorb-cost-of-naia-rehab-says-group
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3 gunmen slain in clash with police in South Cotabato town
Edwin O. Fernandez
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 18:56:44 PST
INQUIRER FILES INQUIRER FILES COTABATO CITY – Three armed men were killed while a police officer was injured during a shootout Tuesday afternoon in Barangay Palkan, Polomolok town, South Cotabato. Major Johnny Rick Medel, Polomolok municipal police chief, identified the fatalities as Ronnie Romano, 51, Harold Pasaquian...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961946/3-gunmen-slain-in-clash-with-police-in-south-cotabato-town
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PH Maritime Zones Act OKd, now up for Marcos signature – Tolentino
Charie Abarca
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 16:40:07 PST
FILE PHOTO: Sen. Francis Tolentino. Senate PRIB FILE PHOTO: Sen. Francis Tolentino. Senate PRIB MANILA, Philippines — The reconciled and final version of the Philippine Maritime Zones Act was approved by a bicameral conference committee panel on Wednesday, according to Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino. Tolentin...
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https://www.inquirer.net/409015/west-philippine-sea-ph-maritime-zones-act-okd-now-up-for-marcos-signature/
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Local, foreign biz chambers: Make these 21 bills a priority
Alden M. Monzon
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:50:24 PST
Ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s third State of the Nation Address, the JFC and other prominent business groups have endorsed 21 pending legislative measures for prioritization to help improve the overall investment environment in the country. —Malacañang photo Ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s third S...
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https://business.inquirer.net/469022/local-foreign-biz-chambers-make-these-21-bills-a-priority
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Palarong Pambansa 2024: 2,000 policemen to secure sports event in Cebu
eares
Wed, 19 Jun 2024 09:10:43 PST
Police Regional Office (PRO-7) policemen Police Regional Office (PRO-7) policemen CEBU CITY, Philippines – A total of 2,000 police officers from the Police Regional Office in Central Visayas (PRO-7) are set to be deployed to secure the fast-approaching Palarong Pambansa, which will be held on July 6-17, 2024. This numb...
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https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/579409/palarong-pambansa-2000-policemen-to-secure-sports-event
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Chinese ‘Monster’ ship leaves PH shoal after 13 days – Navy
Nestor Corrales
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:20:18 PST
THE MONSTER Filipino coast guardsmen aboard BRP Teresa Magbanua catch a glimpse of the largest China Coast Guard ship (with bow number 5901) from a porthole at Escoda (Sabina) Shoal on July 3. —photo from the PCG THE MONSTER Filipino coast guardsmen aboard BRP Teresa Magbanua catch a glimpse of the largest China Coast ...
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https://www.inquirer.net/408981/chinese-monster-ship-leaves-ph-shoal-after-13-days-navy/
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West Philippine Sea: China Coast Guard’s ‘monster ship’ still in Escoda – PCG
Faith Argosino
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 10:40:24 PST
THEMONSTER Filipino coast guardsmen aboard BRP Teresa Magbanua catch a glimpse of the largest China Coast Guard ship 5901 from a porthole at Escoda (Sabina) Shoal on July 3. —PHOTO FROM PCG THEMONSTER Filipino coast guardsmen aboard BRP Teresa Magbanua catch a glimpse of the largest China Coast Guard ship 5901 from a p...
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https://www.inquirer.net/408989/west-philippine-sea-china-coast-guards-monster-ship-still-in-escoda-pcg/
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LPA may not hit C. Visayas but habagat to bring rains
merram
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 10:18:44 PST
Satellite image as of July 17, 2024 | Screenshot from Pagasa website Satellite image as of July 17, 2024 | Screenshot from Pagasa website CEBU CITY, Philippines – The low-pressure area (LPA) spotted east of Surigao del Norte may not directly hit Central Visayas but the southwest monsoon will bring rains in the region i...
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https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/585049/lpa-may-not-hit-c-visayas-but-habagat-to-bring-rains
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7 regions report sharp hike in dengue cases
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:50:00 PST
Image by Daniella Marie Agacer Image by Daniella Marie Agacer MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) reported on Tuesday a sharp increase in the number of dengue cases nationwide. From 6,323 cases from May 19 to June 1, the number grew 30 percent to 8,246 from June 2 to 15. The latest tally from June 16 t...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961688/7-regions-report-sharp-hike-in-dengue-cases
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Teodoro stresses need for stronger cyber defenses
Philippine News Agency
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 13:49:40 PST
Defense Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. (right) meets US Joint Chiefs of Staff chair Gen. Charles Q. Brown at the DND headquarters in Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City on July 16, 2024.  (Photo courtesy of DND) Defense Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. (right) meets US Joint Chiefs of Staff chair Gen. Charles Q. Brown at t...
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https://globalnation.inquirer.net/242957/teodoro-stresses-need-for-stronger-cyber-defenses
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LPA floods parts of northern Cebu, 1 hurt in landslide
dbongcac
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 20:05:20 PST
Strong winds due to bad weather has uprooted a huge tree that fell down on the highway and blocked traffic leading to Daanlungsod in Medellin, northern Cebu. | 📷: Medellin MDRRMO Strong winds due to bad weather has uprooted a huge tree that fell down on the highway and blocked traffic leading to Daanlungsod in Medelli...
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https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/585205/lpa-floods-parts-of-northern-cebu-1-hurt-in-landslide
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New transmission lines to improve Bohol’s power situation
Philippines New Agency
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:32:36 PST
MANILA — The province of Bohol can expect a better power situation as the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) targets to complete the Cebu-Bohol 230 kilovolt (kV) line this December. On Tuesday, the NGCP energized the Dumanjug-Corella 230 kV Line 1 and Dumanjug 70 megavolt amperes reactive (MVAR) that w...
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https://business.inquirer.net/469094/new-transmission-lines-to-improve-bohols-power-situation
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Comelec execs to accusers: File bribery allegations in proper venues
Adrian Parungao
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:36:26 PST
Comelec headquarters in Intramuros, Manila. INQUIRER FILES Comelec headquarters in Intramuros, Manila. INQUIRER FILES MANILA, Philippines — Commissioners of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) said on Wednesday that personalities who claim that the agency was engaged in wrongdoing should utilize proper channels so th...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961912/comelec-execs-to-accusers-file-bribery-allegations-in-proper-venues
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PH-China hotline created for presidents to avert sea clashes
Associated Press
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 07:12:55 PST
In this handout image provided by Armed Forces of the Philippines, Chinese Coast Guard hold knives and machetes as they approach Philippine troops on a resupply mission in the Second Thomas Shoal at the disputed South China Sea on June 17, 2024. A recently signed agreement will allow representatives of Chinese Presiden...
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https://globalnation.inquirer.net/242903/new-deal-establishes-ph-china-hotline-presidents-can-use-to-stop-sea-clashes
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Bad weather prompts cancellation of some domestic flights on Wednesday
Dianne Sampang
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 13:35:37 PST
Canceled flights (INQUIRER files) Canceled flights (INQUIRER files) MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) announced at noon time on Wednesday (July 17) that some flights are canceled “due to inclement weather.” In a Viber advisory released to the media, following is the list of ca...
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https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961875/bad-weather-prompts-cancellation-of-some-domestic-flights-on-wednesday
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Luzon grid under yellow alert on Wednesday afternoon, evening
Lisbet K. Esmael @lisbetesmael
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:01:38 PST
A power substation in Cainta, Rizal fenced off from the town public market. INQUIRER PHOTO/LYN RILLON A power substation in Cainta, Rizal fenced off from the town public market. INQUIRER PHOTO/LYN RILLON Updated on July 17, 2024 at 6:36 p.m. The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has placed the Luzon g...
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https://business.inquirer.net/469087/luzon-grid-under-yellow-alert-on-wednesday-afternoon-evening
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Low tariffs aid growth of PH meat imports
Jordeene B. Lagare
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 02:06:00 PST
Philippine meat imports grew by 9.7 percent in the first five months of the year as traders took advantage of extended tariff reduction while bracing for possible upswing in global prices. The volume of imported meat stood at 524.68 million kilograms from January to May, rising from 478.32 million kg a year ago, data f...
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https://business.inquirer.net/468965/low-tariffs-aid-growth-of-ph-meat-imports
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More emerging market central banks push digital money
Ian Nicolas P. Cigaral
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:49:03 PST
STOCK PHOTO STOCK PHOTO More central banks from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs), including the Philippines, are starting work on their own digital currency, according to the 2023 survey by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). The BIS—which is often dubbed the central bankers’ central bank—cit...
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https://business.inquirer.net/469040/more-emerging-market-central-banks-push-digital-money
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Pag-IBIG Fund earns 12th ‘Unmodified Opinion’ from COA
INQUIRER.net BrandRoom
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:23:46 PST
The Pag-IBIG Fund has received another ‘Unmodified Opinion’ from the Commission on Audit (COA) for the 12th consecutive year, top officials announced today, 16 July 2024. In a letter dated 21 June 2024, state auditors informed the agency that it has rendered an unmodified opinion on the fairness of the presentation of ...
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https://globalnation.inquirer.net/242936/pag-ibig-fund-earns-12th-unmodified-opinion-from-coa
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Supply chain innovations for the modern Filipino business
INQUIRER.net BrandRoom
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 08:00:12 PST
Written by: V.P., Country Head, Ninja Van Philippines Inventory and supply chain management can be as challenging as the diversity of culture, language, and habits that make up our archipelagic nation of more than 7,600 islands. The logistics industry as a whole is as fragmented as the archipelago we are trying to serv...
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https://business.inquirer.net/465291/supply-chain-innovations-for-the-modern-filipino-business
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US donating communication tower to PCG in Zambales
Joanna Rose Aglibot
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:25:38 PST
Some fishermen in Masinloc, Zambales joined a fishing expedition recently organized by Pamalakaya in a symbolic move to resist China’s fishing ban. —Joanna Rose Aglibot/Inquirer Central Luzon Some fishermen in Masinloc, Zambales joined a fishing expedition recently organized by Pamalakaya in a symbolic move to resist C...
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https://www.inquirer.net/408979/us-donating-communication-tower-to-pcg-in-zambales/
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PH GDP growth estimate for 2024 cut, but still 2nd fastest in Asean
Ian Nicolas P. Cigaral
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 02:10:00 PST
This photo taken on January 29, 2019 shows a general view of the skyline of the financial district of Makati in Manila. (Photo by Ted ALJIBE / AFP) This photo taken on January 29, 2019 shows a general view of the skyline of the financial district of Makati in Manila. (Photo by Ted ALJIBE / AFP) The slower-than-expected...
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https://business.inquirer.net/468967/ph-gdp-growth-estimate-for-%CA%BC24-cut-but-still-2nd-fastest-in-asean
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Illegal organ trade: NBI nabs 3, tags NKTI nurse
Dexter Cabalza, Frances Mangosing
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:45:00 PST
BLACK MARKET FOR ORGANS The National Bureau of Investigation, led by its Director Jaime Santiago, presents the three individuals allegedly involved in the illegal sale of human organs on Tuesday. The suspects say they promised their victims P200,000 in exchange for one of their kidneys. —Niño Jesus Orbeta BLACK MARKET ...
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US military chief meets Brawner in Manila as intel pact takes shape
Nestor Corrales
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:35:48 PST
NEW MOMENTUM FOR OLD ALLIES Armed Forces of the Philippines chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. (left) and his American counterpart, Gen. Charles Brown Jr. (right), chair of the United States Joint Chiefs of Staff, mark the latter’s visit with a troop review at Camp Aguinaldo on Tuesday. —photos from the Armed Forces of the P...
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BIR: Online sellers must now pay withholding tax
Mariedel Irish U. Catilogo
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:55:00 PST
BIR Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr. —photo from BIR Facebook page BIR Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr. —photo from BIR Facebook page MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on Tuesday said electronic marketplace operators such as Shopee and Lazada have started collecting the withholding tax on sellers o...
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In Iloilo, P20-B hydro dam finally finished after 40 years
Melvin Gascon
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:30:00 PST
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday underscored the need for the government to speed up the completion of its infrastructure projects as he inaugurated a P20-billion hydroelectric dam project in Iloilo province, the construction of which took 40 years. In his speech during the unveiling of t...
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Slippery road causes Liloan accident that killed 2 men
eares
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 20:35:13 PST
The motorcycle driver and his companion were killed in an accident that happened while it rained at around 4 a.m. on Wednesday, July 17, in Liloan, Cebu. | Contributed photo The motorcycle driver and his companion were killed in an accident that happened while it rained at around 4 a.m. on Wednesday, July 17, in Liloan...
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Bigger fines sought for selling uncertified goods
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 02:08:00 PST
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Alfredo Pascual. (PHOTO BY EUGENE ARANETA) Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Alfredo Pascual. (PHOTO BY EUGENE ARANETA) The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Tuesday said it was pushing for bigger fines on importers, distributors and sellers of unc...
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Organ selling is human trafficking, says DOH exec
Adrian Parungao
Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:20:43 PST
Organ selling is considered human trafficking, the Department of Health (DOH) reminds the public on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. DOH Assistant Secretary Albert Domingo said organ trafficking is illegal and different from voluntary donations of human organs. The health official’s remarks followed the arrest of three people...
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Pagasa: LPA, ‘habagat’ combine to bring rainy Wednesday to most of PH
Faith Argosino
Wed, 17 Jul 2024 08:01:54 PST
MANILA, Philippines — Overcast skies and rain showers will prevail in most parts of the country on Wednesday due to a low-pressure area (LPA) east of Surigao del Norte and the southwest monsoon or “habagat”, according to the state weather bureau. In its early morning bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical an...
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West Philippine Sea: China’s ‘monster ship’ leaves Escoda Shoal – Navy
John Eric Mendoza
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 15:15:23 PST
THEMONSTER Filipino coast guardsmen aboard BRP Teresa Magbanua catch a glimpse of the largest China Coast Guard ship 5901 from a porthole at Escoda (Sabina) Shoal on July 3. —PHOTO FROM PCG THEMONSTER Filipino coast guardsmen aboard BRP Teresa Magbanua catch a glimpse of the largest China Coast Guard ship 5901 from a p...
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Meralco power rates up by P2/kWh in July
Lisbet K. Esmael
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 05:40:00 PST
HIGHER ELECTRICITY BILL Households with a monthly power consumption of 200 kilowatts per hour will pay P430 more this month under the power rate hike announced by Manila Electric Co. on Monday. —Niño Jesus Orbeta HIGHER ELECTRICITY BILL Households with a monthly power consumption of 200 kilowatts per hour will pay P430...
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VP Sara shows up in Palarong Pambansa 2024 closing ceremony
mbgerodias
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 20:22:52 PST
Vice President Sara Duterte delivers her speech during the closing ceremony of Palarong Pambansa 2024 at the Cebu City Sports Center, July 16. CDN Digital photo | Christian Dave Cuizon Vice President Sara Duterte delivers her speech during the closing ceremony of Palarong Pambansa 2024 at the Cebu City Sports Center, J...
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NDRRMC: Over 200,000 people affected by southwest monsoon woes
Faith Argosino
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:16:57 PST
A National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) report shows bad weather brought by the southwest monsoon, locally called habagat, has now affected more than 200,000 people nationwide as of Tuesday, July 16, 2024. INQUIRER FILE PHOTO A National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) ...
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China prepping to monitor PH-US coast guard drills
Frances Mangosing
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 05:45:57 PST
China Coast Guard vessel 5901 —PCG photo/www.sealight.live China Coast Guard vessel 5901 —PCG photo/www.sealight.live MANILA, Philippines — A 135-meter China Coast Guard (CCG) ship has inched closer to the Philippines, likely positioning itself to monitor an upcoming joint exercise by the Philippine and US coast guards...
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Navy missile boat gets battle system upgrade
Philippine News Agency
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:10:44 PST
Troops manning the Philippine Navy’s fast attack interdiction craft BRP Nestor Acero test the vessel’s upgraded “battle net”  system during a sea trial in this July 4, 2024 photo. Troops manning the Philippine Navy’s fast attack interdiction craft BRP Nestor Acero test the vessel’s upgraded “battle net”  system during ...
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Batangas haul: Gun, shabu seized from motorcyclist in checkpoint
Delfin T. Mallari Jr.
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 16:43:36 PST
INQUIRER FILESLUCENA CITY — A motorcycle-riding drug pusher was arrested Monday and yielded an illegal firearm and shabu (crystal meth) after a brief chase with police manning a checkpoint in Tuy town in Batangas province. INQUIRER FILES The Region 4A police reported on Tuesday, July 16, that cops conducting “Oplan Sit...
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Oil firms cut prices of products
Lisbet K. Esmael
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:45:00 PST
Inquirer photo Inquirer photo MANILA, Philippines — After four consecutive weeks of price increases, oil retailers cut their prices effective Tuesday. In separate advisories, Shell Pilipinas, Seaoil, Jetti, Caltex, PetroGazz and Cleanfuel said the prices per liter for diesel and kerosene would go down by 95 centavos an...
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4.8-magnitude earthquake sways Isabela town
Villamor Visaya Jr.
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:26:07 PST
CITY OF ILAGAN, Isabela — A 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck the coastal town of Maconacon in Isabela at 7:19 a.m. on Tuesday, July 16, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The earthquake, which was tectonic in origin, occurred at a depth of 10 meters northeast of the town. A 2...
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Excited investors bring PSEi closer to 6,700
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 02:01:00 PST
Fired up investors pushed the local bourse closer to 6,700 on Monday after encouraging results from US markets and excitement over “larger-than-expected” interest rate cuts. By the closing bell, the Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) gained by 0.62 percent, or 41.14 points, to 6,689.37. Meanwhile, the broader All S...
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Ex-health officials oppose tobacco industry donations
Dexter Cabalza
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 05:35:00 PST
INQUIRER.net file photo INQUIRER.net file photo MANILA, Philippines — A growing number of former senior government officials and civil society organizations have expressed disappointment over the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) recent legal opinion deeming acceptable tobacco industry donations to the Department of Social...
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Fire ravages parts of oldest shopping mall in Baguio City
Kimberlie Quitasol
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 13:16:50 PST
Firefighters in Baguio City try to extinguish the blaze on Tuesday, July 16, that struck portions of the Maharlika Livelihood Complex, the oldest shopping mall in the summer capital. (Photo courtesy of Baguio Public Information Office) Firefighters in Baguio City try to extinguish the blaze on Tuesday, July 16, that st...
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Senate panel ordered to respond to Alice Guo’s petition to annul subpoena
Tetch Torres-Tupas
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 16:16:04 PST
Bamban, Tarlac City Mayor Alice Guo speaks during the resumption of the Senate probe into a POGO hub in Tarlac province on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Noy Morcoso/INQUIRER.net FILE PHOTO Bamban, Tarlac City Mayor Alice Guo speaks during the resumption of the Senate probe into a POGO hub in Tarlac province on Wednesday, Ma...
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DA again extends ban on onion imports
Jordeene B. Lagare
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 05:10:00 PST
Grig C. Montegrande Grig C. Montegrande MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) has again extended the temporary ban on onion imports, moving it to the end of August as the country has enough supply to meet demand. “We’re monitoring everything closely [on a] day-to-day [basis]. As of the moment, it is ...
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Guo will be safe in Senate custody, says Escudero
Charie Abarca
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 01:47:02 PST
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero —Senate SMU Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero —Senate SMU MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Francis Escudero said suspended Bamban Mayor Alice Guo will be safe, and may even be allowed to use gadgets, if she ever gets arrested and taken into custody by the Senate. Sp...
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4 domestic flights canceled due to bad weather
Philippine News Agency
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 17:58:59 PST
MANILA, Philippines–At least four domestic flights were canceled as of 2:45 p.m. Tuesday, the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) said, citing inclement weather. The canceled flights were CebGo (DG) 6841/6842 Manila-Siargao-Manila, and DG 6881/6882 Manila-Surigao-Manila. Earlier, the weather bureau said the l...
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Palarong Pambansa 2024: NCR retains overall crown in runaway fashion
dsingson
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 14:45:47 PST
NCR’s secondary girls relay team poses for a photo after winning the race. | Christian Dave Cuizon NCR’s secondary girls relay team poses for a photo after winning the race. | Christian Dave Cuizon CEBU CITY, Philippines — The National Capital Region (NCR) reaffirmed its supremacy at the Palarong Pambansa, clinching th...
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Death toll in Mindanao floods, landslides now 14
Edwin O. Fernandez, Julie S. Alipala
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:40:00 PST
HAPPY TO BE RESCUED Despite the dire situation they are in, this girl still manages to smile during the rescue operation on July 14 by responders of the Bangsamoro Rapid Emergency Action on Disaster Incidence (READi) in the flooded villages of Rajamudah, Bagoinged and Buliok in Pikit, Cotabato. —Bangsamoro READi photo ...
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West PH Sea: No Ayungin resupply since violent June 17 encounter
John Eric Mendoza
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 11:25:10 PST
WEAPON IN HAND The Armed Forces of the Philippines, which released this photo on Wednesday, said one of the China Coast Guard members shown here (center) wielded a pickaxe and made threatening gestures in their encounter with Filipino troops on a resupply mission to Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal on June 17. WEAPON IN H...
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Government’s revised export goals slated for Q3 release
Alden M. Monzon @AldenMonzonINQ
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:02:05 PST
INQUIRER FILE PHOTO INQUIRER FILE PHOTO A high-ranking trade official on Monday said they are working towards releasing by third quarter of this year the government’s revised export targets, goals which will guide the state’s policies for the industry in the years to come. Bianca Sykimte, the director of the Department...
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PH is 29th out of 250 countries with most data breaches in Q2 of 2024
Adrian Parungao
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 17:41:02 PST
STOCK PHOTO STOCK PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is 29th out of 250 countries and territories ranked by a Norway-based virtual private network provider with the most data breaches in the second quarter of 2024. According to the data breach statistics of Surfshark, the Philippines tallied more than 385,000 ...
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DOH says dengue cases rising, logs over 90,000 from Jan-June 29
Dianne Sampang
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 15:52:00 PST
The Department of Health (DOH) says dengue cases increased in the country as it recorded 90,119, including 233 deaths, from January to June 29, 2024. Mosquito stock image/INQUIRER.net FILE PHOTO The Department of Health (DOH) says dengue cases increased in the country as it recorded 90,119, including 233 deaths, from J...
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183 out of 853 pass 2024 Shari’ah Bar Exam, most of them women
Tetch Torres-Tupas
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 18:21:43 PST
PHOTO FROM SC PHOTO FROM SC MANILA, Philippines — A total of 183 out of 853, or 21.45 percent of the examinees passed the 2024 Shari’ah Bar Examination, with 62.3 percent being women. Supreme Court Associate Justice Maria Filomena Singh, Chairperson of the 2024 Shari’ah Bar Examination, said that “62.3 percent of the t...
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Gov’t agencies probe falsified PH papers
Jane Bautista
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:50:00 PST
INQUIRER.net stock images INQUIRER.net stock images MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has tapped the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) and the National Bureau of Investigation in its crackdown on issuing fake birth certificates to foreigners. The bureau said on Monday it asked the PSA for data on...
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QC prepares for Sona; reaffirms freedom of speech, peaceful assembly
INQUIRER.net
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 17:12:50 PST
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte MANILA, Philippines – “Quezon City remains a bastion of democracy and free speech as we uphold every Filipino’s right to peacefully assemble. However, all rallyists are encouraged to police their ranks and mandated to follow the law,” stated Mayor Joy Belmon...
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PH adopts global ‘passport for goods’
Mariedel Irish U. Catilogo
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 02:03:00 PST
INQUIRER.net stock images INQUIRER.net stock images MANILA, Philippines— The government and private sector rolled out a new system to facilitate duty-free and tax-free temporary admission of nonperishable goods used for exhibits and professional activities to other countries, with the understanding that these goods wil...
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Caloocan official: Graft rap vs Rep. Malapitan ‘politically motivated’
Faith Argosino
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 19:44:06 PST
Former Caloocan Mayor Rey Malonzo files graft and malversation complaints against Congressman Oscar “Oca” Malapitan before the Office of the Ombudsman on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. INQUIRER.net / Faith Argosino Former Caloocan Mayor Rey Malonzo files graft and malversation complaints against Congressman Oscar “Oca” Malapi...
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Tiangco lauds ‘Program 29’: 1,500 Navotas residents bought cheaper rice
Gabriel Pabico Lalu
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 19:11:22 PST
MANILA, Philippines — Navotas City Rep. Tobias Tiangco has lauded the efforts of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration in lowering rice prices, noting that residents in his city were able to buy cheaper rice under Program 29. Tiangco in a statement on Tuesday said that 1,500 Navotas residents were able to pur...
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PH, US now gearing up for much larger Balikatan exercises in 2025
John Eric Mendoza
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:18:02 PST
MILITARY DRILLS In this photo taken in April 2019, Filipino and American troops storm a beach facing West Philippine Sea in Zambales province during amphibious exercises as part of the 2019 “Balikatan” military exercises. INQUIRER file photo / NIÑO JESUS ORBETA. MILITARY DRILLS In this photo taken in April 2019, Filipi...
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PVL: Creamline, PLDT missing key players to start Reinforced tilt
Lance Agcaoili
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:15:35 PST
Creamline stars Alyssa Valdez and Tots Carlos on the bench for the Cool Smashers’ opening game in the PVL Reinforced Conference. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net Creamline stars Alyssa Valdez and Tots Carlos on the bench for the Cool Smashers’ opening game in the PVL Reinforced Conference. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Ph...
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PAF chief says over 400 ‘unknown’ airspace tracks not hostile
John Eric Mendoza
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:42:16 PST
Screen shot from AFP Instagram account @teamafp Screen shot from AFP Instagram account @teamafp MANILA, Philippines — While details are thin about the 400 “unknown” tracks detected in the country’s airspace, one thing is for sure: they are not hostile. Philippine Air Force (PAF) chief Lieutenant General Stephen Parreño...
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2 riders dead after motorcycle bumps parked tractor in Quezon
Delfin T. Mallari Jr.
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 13:22:51 PST
INQUIRER FILE PHOTO INQUIRER FILE PHOTO LUCENA CITY — Two motorcycle riders died early Tuesday, July 16, after their vehicle bumped into a parked tractor in Candelaria town in Quezon province, police said. The motorcycle, ridden by a still unidentified driver and backrider factory worker Emerson Alviso, 21, was traveli...
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Ocampo, Castro, 11 others convicted of child abuse
Germelina Lacorte, Jeannette I. Andrade, Russel Loreto
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 05:55:00 PST
Former Representative Satur Ocampo  and ACT Teachers Party list Rep. France Castro —photo from the House of Representatives FB page Former Representative Satur Ocampo  and ACT Teachers Party list Rep. France Castro —photo from the House of Representatives FB page MANILA, Philippines — “A clear miscarriage of justice.” ...
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Comelec registers over 4 million new voters
Dianne Sampang
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 15:21:02 PST
Commission on Elections. INQUIRER FILES Commission on Elections. INQUIRER FILES MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has registered more than 4 million new voters, exceeding its goal of listing 3 million new voters two months before the registration closes. According to data released by the poll ...
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Palarong Pambansa 2024: Tejero ES wins ‘Best Billeting School’ award
dbongcac
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 17:51:03 PST
Officials of Tejero Elementary School and representatives from Region 4-A received the mock check for winning the “Best in Billeting School” award in Palarong Pambansa 2024. | CDN Digital photo / Christian Dave Cuizon Officials of Tejero Elementary School and representatives from Region 4-A received the mock check for ...
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DOH reports rise in dengue cases, logs over 90k from Jan-June 29
dbongcac
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:13:59 PST
Mosquito stock image/INQUIRER.net FILE PHOTO Mosquito stock image/INQUIRER.net FILE PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) said dengue cases increased in the country as it recorded 90,119 from January to June 29. According to the DOH, the count was 19 percent higher than the 75,968 cases listed in t...
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DMW online systems hit by ransomware attack; alternate measures up
Charie Abarca
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:15:21 PST
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said a ransomware attack prompted the shutdown of its online systems early Tuesday morning. In an advisory posted on its social media pages, DMW said that due to the attack, its Management Information Technology System had to take pre-emptive measures to pro...
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CHR: Maritime cadet forced to exercise to death
Faith Argosino, Russel Loreto
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 05:45:00 PST
Inquirer/Niño Jesus Orbeta Inquirer/Niño Jesus Orbeta MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has launched an investigation into the death of a 19-year-old maritime academy cadet who was allegedly punished by an upperclassman for accidentally sending a “thumbs-up” emoji in a group chat. Vince Andrew ...
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Do you Trust me? Trusts in the Philippines
John Philip Siao
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 02:00:55 PST
A trust is the legal relationship between one person having an equitable ownership of property (trustor) and another person owning the legal title to such property (trustee). The trustor is entitled to expect the performance of certain duties and obligations from the trustee. In a case decided by the Supreme Court, Mar...
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Batangas OFW shot dead by riding-in-tandem
Delfin T. Mallari Jr.
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 14:18:34 PST
INQUIRER FILES INQUIRER FILES LUCENA CITY — A 53-year-old overseas Filipina worker (OFW) was shot and killed on Monday, July 15, by riding-in-tandem gunmen in Lobo town in Batangas province. Lorna Babao, single, was on her way home at 11:23 a.m. aboard a tricycle with her mother when the gunmen,  who were riding a moto...
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DTI eyes Dec release of products, services list under Tatak Pinoy Act
Alden M. Monzon @AldenMonzonINQ
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 11:19:35 PST
INQUIRER FILE PHOTO INQUIRER FILE PHOTO A top official at the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Monday said they are looking to release by December an initial list of domestically-produced goods and services that will be given preference in government bid contracts as part of the recently passed Tatak Pinoy Act...
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NKTI probes alleged kidney trafficking
Philippine News Agency
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:36:27 PST
Photo courtesy of NKTI Photo courtesy of NKTI MANILA, Philippines– The National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) on Tuesday said it is conducting its own investigation on alleged cases of organ trafficking. The NKTI reacted on the National Bureau of Investigation’s arrest in Bulacan of three persons who allegedly...
Inquirer
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1961628/nkti-probes-alleged-kidney-trafficking
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Consolacion gunfight: 2 killed, 1 nabbed by the police
dbongcac
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 17:21:50 PST
File photo File photo LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — One was killed, another was arrested while a third suspect tried to escape but was later on killed by the police in a gunfight in Sitio Mapo, Brgy. Garing in Consolacion town. Police Lieutenant Colonel Ruel Burlat, chief of Consolacion Police Station, said that the three men...
Inquirer
https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/584963/consolacion-gunfight-2-killed-1-nabbed-by-the-police
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