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FRIDAY NIGHT BLOODBATH
TALISAY, Batangas – Police arrested a 33-year-old man early Saturday, June 20, after he allegedly stabbed to death three relatives -- a 59-year-old woman, her 35-year-old daughter, and two-year-old grandson -- and wounded another child inside their...
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DRILON WARNS VS ‘SECOND ENVELOPE’ CRISIS IN VP TRIAL
The former Senate President, who took part in two impeachment trials during his 24 years as senator, says the suppression of evidence during the impeachment trial of President Joseph Estrada created political instability in 2001. The decision to stop...
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Butuanon rehab
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) has expanded its long-running Better Rivers PH initiative to Cebu, officially launching a major cleanup of the Butuanon River in Mandaue City as part of efforts to help reduce flooding under the government's Oplan Kontra...
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BEYOND US SHORES
Philippine and South Korean troops participate in an amphibious raid military exercise at the Marines’ training base in Ternate, Cavite province, west of Manila, on June 20, 2026, as part of the annual Philippines-US joint Marines exercise dubbed...
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Putin frees 24 jailed Filipinos
President Marcos said Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the release of 24 Filipinos who have been detained in the Russian city of Irkutsk in Siberia for the past nine months over immigration issues. The 24 freed Filipinos have been scheduled...
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Bye ‘Floodgate’ probe?
Senate President Win Gatchalian has pushed back against the claim of Senator Alan Peter Cayetano that the recent leadership change in the upper chamber was backed by Malacañang and intended to cover up the so-called “Floodgate” scandal. As of Friday,...
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PROTEST.
Ateneans walk out of their classes to call for ‘truth, justice, and accountability’ over the deaths of basketball players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili. Inset shows Ateneo basketball team head coach Tab Baldwin arriving at the CIDG headquarters at...
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‘Bacolod, NegOcc should work together’
Negros Occidental 3rd District Representative Javier Miguel Benitez urged the Bacolod City government and the provincial government to work together rather than compete. Speaking as the guest speaker during Bacolod’s 88th Charter Day celebration on...
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BALANCING INTERESTS: ASEAN ENGAGES RUSSIA WHILE KEEPING GLOBAL LINKS OPEN
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Russian President Vladimir Putin shake hands on the sidelines of the RUSSIA-ASEAN Summit in Kazan, Russia, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. The summit brought together leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations...
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Bagyo gibanabana nga mosulod sa PAR
Ang low pressure area (LPA) gawas sa Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) nahimo nang usa ka tropical depression, matud sa weather bureau niadtong Biyernes, Hunyo 19, 2026. Matud sa Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services...
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COUNCILORS SEEK REVIEW OF ALL HILLSIDE PROJECTS
SOME Cebu City councilors have called for a citywide assessment of hillside developments, arguing that concerns about flooding and environmental risks should not be focused on the Monterrazas de Cebu project alone. Several families live in communities...
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Pampanga holds council meeting on peace, order
The Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC), Provincial AntiDrug Abuse Council (PADAC), and Provincial Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (PTF-ELCAC) held their 2nd Quarter Joint Meeting on June 18, 2026. The meeting was led by...
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DAVOCC SUSPENDS TOURISM
Vendors sort and pack fresh produce along Magallanes Street in Davao City as a delivery worker unloads sacks of vegetables from a light cargo truck. Street vendors rely on early morning deliveries to sustain their daily livelihood amid rising costs and...
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Aganan Flyover southbound lane 70% done; DPWH targets opening by year-end – Dizon
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‘Chiz as presiding officer dangerous’
Civil society groups yesterday expressed serious concern over the reported plan of the new Senate majority to designate Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero as presiding officer in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. A joint statement signed...
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Chinese BBNJ declaration won’t diminish PH rights over WPS - DFA
THE DEPARTMENT of Foreign Affairs (DFA) recently said China’s implementation of the United Nations High Seas Treaty would not “diminish nor forfeit” the Philippines’ maritime zones in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). The statement comes following former...
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Philippines hits 6-year high in World Competitiveness Ranking, but still trails Asia-Pacific peers
The Philippines jumped four spots to 47th out of 70 economies with a score of 59.07 out of 100 in the 2026 edition of the World Competitiveness Ranking by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD). This was the country’s highest...
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TATLERASIA.COM
UNSEEN STRUGGLES A deeper look at violence against women and children reveals forms of harm that extend beyond the physical. Insights from legal and child protection experts show how laws have expanded protection while highlighting gaps in awareness...
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Ti VAWC Law
Apo Abogado, Siak ni Tess, naasawaan ken addaan iti tallo a menor de edad nga annak. Addada amin iti elementaria. Nagasawakami ken lakayko a Jun, dose a tawenen ti napalabas. Maysaak nga agtagibalay ket ni Jun, mangopisina iti maysa a dakkel a banko...
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Why gen alpha is growing up as the most culturally exposed generation
These days, there is a good chance you will meet a Filipino child who speaks with a slight British accent after watching Peppa Pig, asks for sushi instead of spaghetti, and performs the choreography of K-pop artists as naturally as if it were the only...
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Embodied State
Multidisciplinary artist Joshua Serain explores how the body archives of diasporic history builds collections with intent and sustainability
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How Red Fiber is shaking up the broadband scene in Manila
Imagine this: You’ve moved into a new space and you’re excited to start on your next project. It could be a new online business or remote-based work. You’ve already set up that home office vibe, and your laptop and other gadgets are ready. You can...
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The Ultimate Dining Cheatsheet
A quick and easy guide to help you plan your meals
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Compassionate Causes
Dr. Jane Goodall, renowned ethologist and anthropologist, was a tireless advocate throughout her life. She raised awareness about animal rights, championed peace, and encouraged society to take steps towards bettering the state of the world.
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Kenkoy
BILANG panimula sa pagpasok ng bagong taon, nais kong gunitain ang isang seryeng lumabas sa Liwayway na lubos na kinalugdan at tinangkilik ng mga mambabasa. Naghandog ng hindi matatawarang galak at halakhak sa bawat tahanan. At gumuhit ng kasaysayan sa...
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Pambansang Manika: Ang Panaw ni Ahtisa sa Kahayag ug Kalig-on
A“After 18 years, I have finally arrived at my ultimate destination: to represent the Philippines on the Miss Universe stage. My pageant journey may end, but the work continues. Let’s continue fighting for what we want — a better Philippines and a...
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Forever and a Day
Classics last because they adapt. They evolve, experiment and push into new territory. That’s exactly what’s happening to one of watchmaking’s most revered complications: the perpetual calendar. The wave of fresh designs shown since the start of 2025,...
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