MANILA, Philippines — China Coast Guard (CCG) vessels on Friday launched a series of water cannon attacks and dangerous maneuvers against Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) vessels near Bajo de Masinloc (BDM), PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Rear Adm. Jay Tarriela. The incident marked the second consecutive
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Peso falls to 61.8/$1
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso fell to a fresh record low on Friday. This as investors flocked to the US dollar after oil prices rebounded above $100 a barrel on renewed Middle East tensions, fueling fears of another inflation shock. READ: Jordan caught in widening US-Iran conflict The peso opened at 61.80 to the
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Taguig ‘ghost projects’ probe identifies 3 alleged bagmen — Lacson
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said that his probe into the “ghost projects” in Taguig City has so far identified three alleged “bagmen.” Lacson made the disclosure on Friday while was discussing the progress of his team’s investigation into projects in Taguig, the political bailiwick of Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano, with
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Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu launches San Miguel Beer pairing experience at Galo Grill & Bar
Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu officially launched its newest dining experience, the San Miguel Beer Pairing at Galo Grill & Bar during an exclusive event held on July 17, 2026. The launch marks a new culinary offering that brings together expertly prepared dishes and premium San Miguel beer selections, creating a flavorful dining experience ideal for corporate gatherings, celebrations,
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Heavy rains due to Kiyapo trigger river swelling in Masbate town
LEGAZPI CITY — Continuous rains brought by the trough of Tropical Storm Kiyapo caused rivers to swell at Milagros town in Masbate province on Friday morning (July 24). Lt. Col. Michael Lorilla, head of the Masbate 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company, said some of their personnel carried students across the overflowing Tajam Bridge in Zone
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Negros town forms task force for local crab industry amid US export ban
BACOLOD CITY—Mayor Matthew Louis Malacon of E.B. Magalona town, Negros Occidental created the Municipal Crab Industry Task Force (MCITF) to address the economic crisis that has hit the town’s blue swimming crab industry. Known as the “Blue Crab Capital” of Negros Occidental, E.B. Magalona relies heavily on the blue swimming crab industry to sustain the
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Elderly man found dead in irrigation waterway in Bohol town
TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — An 86-year-old man was found dead in a waterway amid rice fields in Barangay Lungsodaan, Candijay town, Bohol on Friday morning, July 24. The victim’s body was discovered in Purok 6 and was recovered through a joint operation by personnel of the Candijay Emergency Rescue Unit, the Philippine National Police, and
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Tension cracks slow down traffic in Davao-Bukidnon road
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — Highway authorities are closely monitoring a damaged section of the Davao-Bukidnon Highway after meters-long tension cracks were discovered in Barangay Buda, Marilog District, Davao City, forcing a partial road closure. Only two of the four lanes remain open to motorists along the national concrete highway. Personnel from the Department of Public
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More classes suspended in Zambales as monsoon rains persist
SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — Two more municipalities in Zambales suspended afternoon classes on Friday (July 24) as Tropical Storm Kiyapo (international name: Noul) continued to enhance the southwest monsoon, bringing rains over the western section of Luzon, including this province. The municipalities of San Antonio and San Narciso announced the cancellation of afternoon classes from
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Risa Hontiveros Receives Death Threats, Seeks NBI’s Help
Risa Hontiveros responds to the death threats she recently received Senator Risa Hontiveros received hundreds of death threats on social media after condemning the killing of political vlogger Alicia Lipata, known online as “Mima Alicia.” In a recent statement, Hontiveros noted that instead of offering condolences, some people were celebrating the death and allegedly inciting ... Read more
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