CEBU CITY, Philippines — Jayr Raquinel delivered one of the sweetest acts of revenge for Philippine boxing after scoring a stunning technical knockout (TKO) victory over Japan-based Mexican Kenbun Torres on Sunday, July 12, at the Sangyo Shinko Center in Osaka, Japan. The non-title, eight-round showdown had Torres installed as the heavy favorite, carrying an
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La Union Capitol trees absorb 83 tons of carbon to offset emissions
MALASIQUI, Pangasinan — The provincial government of La Union announced that the 449 trees growing at the capitol complex in San Fernando City are actively combating climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide emissions. Spanning the 2.68-hectare capitol complex, the green space features a diverse mix of forest, fruit-bearing, ornamental, and palm tree species. The provincial
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Chinese consul warns Cebu’s WPS stand may hurt China ties
Cebu City's decision to commemorate "West Philippine Sea Victory Day" could undermine its long-standing relationship with China,
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DOST: Drones can help with disaster response, agriculture
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Drone technology could soon play a bigger role in disaster response, agriculture, infrastructure inspection, and public safety. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) 7 launched the Central Visayas Drone Industry Development Action Plan on Monday, July 13, 2026. DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. said that the roadmap aims to
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Marcos designates new lands for Cavite, Batangas ecozones
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued three proclamations designating additional parcels of land for inclusion in existing ecozones in Cavite and Batangas and creating a new information technology park in Negros Oriental. Under Proclamation No. 1337, Marcos designated several parcels of land in Barangays Punta I and Sahud-Ulan in Tanza, Cavite, for inclusion
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Lava fountaining recorded in Mayon Volcano
MANILA, Philippines — A short-lived lava fountaining was observed at the summit crater of Mayon Volcano on Monday afternoon, July 13. The lava fountaining, recorded from 3:25 p.m. to 3:27 p.m., was captured on video by the Quick Response Team of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) and the Mayon Volcano Observatory. READ:
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Palace hits Baste Duterte’s claim impeach meant to derail Sara 2028 bid
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Monday challenged Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte’s claim that the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte was part of a three-year plan to prevent her from running in the 2028 elections. Palace press officer Claire Castro said that if such a plan existed, the vice president should have exercised
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BIR chief highlights taxpayer-centric approach to digitalization
MANILA, Philippines — In its digitalization thrust, the government should make it easier for citizens to deal with it, Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza said at the GovMedia Conference & Awards 2026, which was held on July 9 at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore. “I
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WALANG PASOK: July 14 class suspensions due to habagat, power outages
MANILA, Philippines — Classes in several areas were suspended on Tuesday, July 14, due to inclement weather brought by the southwest monsoon or habagat, as well as scheduled power outages. Bulacan READ: TD Haishen may enter PAR within 24 hours – Pagasa Pangasinan Isabela
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MEGA HALAL Bangkok 2026 to open alongside MEGA SHOW Bangkok at QSNCC
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and His Highness Prince Sulaiman Shah Al-Haj will officiate the opening ceremony of MEGA HALAL Bangkok 2026, held alongside the fifth edition of MEGA SHOW Bangkok 2026, at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. The co-located exhibitions will take place from July 15 to 17, 2026, at Halls 5–8, Queen Sirikit National …
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