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Drilon: SC intervention needed to resolve Senate leadership row

MANILA, Philippines — Former Senate President Franklin Drilon said on Thursday that the Supreme Court’s (SC) intervention is needed to settle the Senate leadership row, as the high court has the power to question the legality of the leadership reorganization. He made the statement when asked if there was another way to settle the issue

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Angara launches Project Handa to track nationwide school readiness

MANILA, Philippines — As the Department of Education (DepEd) continues to track nationwide school readiness, Secretary Sonny Angara has launched Project Handa to strategically deploy resources and address public school needs to ensure a smooth opening of classes on June 8. By tracking critical indicators across key components– including physical facilities, support to learners, and

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Pagasa declares start of rainy season in western parts of Luzon, Visayas

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) on Thursday declared the start of the rainy season across the western sections of Luzon and Visayas.  “Based on the weather observations and analyses, occasional to frequent rains associated with the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) have been observed over the past five days. This

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San Fernando arson: Man faces raps for setting own house on fire

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A man is facing a possible arson case after he allegedly set his own house on fire in San Fernando town, southern Cebu, and was arrested on Tuesday, June 2. The suspect, identified as Anecito Sas Paradela, 41, remains in police custody after investigators linked him to a fire that broke

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Poco Pad C1 Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines

Here’s The Complete List of Specifications, Features, & Price of the Poco Pad C1 The Poco Pad C1 was officially announced on May 21, 2026. The tablet is fueled with a non-removable Li-Po 7600 mAh battery + 18W wired charging. The tablet is available in two colors: Gray and Blue. Body & Display: The dimension ... Read more

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Danao City police get U.S. commendation for American fugitive’s arrest

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Danao City Police Station has received a Certificate of Commendation from the United States Department of State Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) for its role in the arrest of an American fugitive wanted in Texas and declared an undesirable alien in the Philippines. The commendation was formally presented on Wednesday, June

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How a cartwheel turned Aziz Jayden Diaz into a 5-gold Palaro star

CEBU CITY, Philippines — From a simple request to do a cartwheel to a stunning five-gold medal sweep in gymnastics, nine-year-old Aziz Jayden Diaz of Catbalogan City, Samar, has one of the most remarkable breakout stories of the recently concluded Palarong Pambansa 2026, held in Agusan del Sur. Once a taekwondo athlete with no formal

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Not a declaration, but quiet acceptance: A coming-out story

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Not all stories of coming out begin with words; some unfold quietly over time. Ricc Doble, a 42-year-old businessman and proud gay father, never had a coming-out moment with his family and friends, saying that the people around him eventually understood him through the life he built and the accomplishments he

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IM Kim Steven Yap sets sights on World Rapid and Blitz Team tilt

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuano International Master (IM) Kim Steven Yap is leaving no stone unturned as he prepares for the biggest tournament of his career — the World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships set on June 16 to 22 in Hong Kong. Yap, who recently suited up for the Toledo Xignex Trojans that

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Guadalupe fatal shooting: 1 nabbed for luring victim, 2 gunmen hunted

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A 20-year-old man died after he was shot multiple times by two motorcycle-riding gunmen in Sitio Lower Gun Club, Banawa, Barangay Guadalupe, Cebu City, past 9 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3. The victim, identified as Ace Decena Gimeno, also known as “Istong,” was rushed by responders to the Cebu City Medical

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