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1 dead as rains batter Mindanao ahead of Inday’s Luzon onslaught

MANILA, Philippines — A 50-year-old man died after being swept away by raging flood waters in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon on Wednesday evening as heavy rains batter Mindanao with the entry of “Inday” into the country, and ahead of its expected onslaught of Luzon. Inday significantly enhanced the effect of the southwest monsoon, dumping rains over

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Sara Duterte skirts impeachment issues in visit to Surigao del Sur

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Vice President Sara Duterte granted an interview to local media during her visit in Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on Wednesday, July 9, but did not entertain questions on her impeachment trial before the Senate. Duterte attended the patronal fiesta of Barangay Bigaan, where local media were allowed to ask

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Thai mother suspects hazardous substances in orange juice after child’s allergic reaction

A Thai mother urged the public to exercise caution after her child was admitted to hospital following an allergic reaction after drinking orange juice purchased from a street vendor. The mother shared her account through the Facebook page Drama Addict today, July 9, saying her child developed widespread itchy rashes shortly after consuming the drink. …

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Little House on the Prairie Review: Netflix Reimagines a Classic With More Heart Than Nostalgia

Netflix’s Little House on the Prairie successfully reimagines Laura Ingalls Wilder’s classic story with heartfelt performances, stunning visuals and a more nuanced look at frontier life, creating a family drama that feels both timeless and refreshingly modern.

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Pinoy Aquaman joins Canada races ahead of Bohol open-water swim

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Long before he dives back into the open waters, Ingemar Macarine, better known as the “Pinoy Aquaman,” is putting in the work on land. The 50-year-old open-water swimming icon is keeping himself race-ready by competing in endurance events in Canada this month as he gears up for what could be his

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Cesafi eyes rule amendments for Season 26 after UCLM forfeiture

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) is looking to amend portions of its ground rules and regulations ahead of Season 26 following last season’s controversial forfeiture involving the University of Cebu-Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UCLM) Webmasters. Cesafi Commissioner Felix “Boy” Tiukinhoy said the league recently held a strategic planning session with

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Slow down in investment activities in Central Visayas expected

CEBU CITY, Philippines – High inflation and the unpredictability of the US vs. Iran war will continue to weigh down investments for Central Visayas. Investment activity in the region is expected to slow down in the succeeding quarters, the Department of Economy, Planning and Development here (DepDev-7) reported in its Regional Economic Situationer for the

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Batanes, 2 areas under signal No. 2 as Typhoon Inday holds strength

MANILA, Philippines — Batanes and two other areas in Northern Luzon were placed under the Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 (TCWS) as Typhoon Inday (international name: Bavi) maintained its strength on Thursday afternoon, the state weather bureau said.  In its 5 p.m. weather bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said

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Baguio courts advise mask use amid rising Covid-19 cases

BAGUIO CITY — The Regional Trial Court (RTC) and the Municipal Trial Court in Cities (MTCC) in Baguio City have advised judges, court personnel, and litigants to wear face masks inside court premises following reports of rising Covid-19 cases and the recent infection of a court employee. In a July 8 joint memorandum, the RTC

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