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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:02:00
Naia expects Undas season passenger count to exceed 1 million
MANILA, Philippines — The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) is anticipating at least 144,000 passengers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) on Monday, All Souls' Day. This is on top of the 868,423 passengers recorded from October 27 to November 1, which will push the total number of travelers using the countrys primary airport
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:09:00
44°C heat index recorded in 3 areas on Monday, Nov. 2
MANILA, Philippines The heat index peaked at 44°C in La Union, Aurora, and Occidental Mindoro on Monday, Nov. 2, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). Based on its five-day computed heat index, the highest were recorded in its stations located in Bacnotan, La Union, Baler, Aurora, and San Jose,
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:21:00
Military says NPA leader killed in South Cotabato encounter
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A high-ranking communist instructor wanted for attempted homicide was killed in a legitimate law enforcement operation in South Cotabato last week, the military announced, directly contradicting rebel assertions that the man was an ailing, unarmed retiree allegedly executed by state forces. The conflicting narratives center on the October 30 death
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:30:00
Manila North sees 660,000 visitors on All Souls' Day
MANILA, Philippines — The Manila North Cemetery saw around 660,000 visitors on All Souls' Day as of Monday night, with some of them said they came this day to avoid the influx of millions of visitors on All Saints' Day in one of the biggest cemeteries nationwide. "We visited just now to avoid the huge
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:42:00
Family, friends, fans pay tribute to Rene Baterbonia on Undas
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur—Months after his untimely demise, outpourings of grief, love, and demands for justice continue to trail the late Agusan del Sur basketball standout Rene "Bobet" Baterbonia, as floral tributes and prayers flooded his gravesite in Talacogon, Agusan del Sur on All Saints' and All Souls' Day (Undas). Supporters, friends, and fans
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:49:08
Bukidnon 'Undas' peaceful overall; 1 dead in road crashes
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — The annual All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day observances across Bukidnon were generally peaceful, though authorities recorded multiple highway vehicular accidents involving motorcycles and pedestrians, killing an individual. Capt. Leonila Vicente, newly-designated Bukidnon Police Provincial Office (BukPPO) information officer, told the Inquirer on Monday afternoon, November 2, that security operations
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:33:32
WATCH: Undas brings families together to honor departed loved ones
MANILA, Philippines — Beyond honoring departed loved ones, Undas also offers families an opportunity to reunite and spend time together, as relatives return to their hometowns and gather for the annual tradition./dp READ: MPD: Manila South Cemetery generally peaceful during Undas 2026
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:41:00
Families of 'desaparecidos' honor missing kin on All Souls' Day
MANILA, Philippines—Abner Hizarsa was on his way to his daughter's school in Subic, Zambales, to bring her lunch when he was abducted by unidentified armed men in a van without a license plate on March 21, 2007. Until today, his common-law wife, Cresencia dela Cruz, and his three children have yet to find out where
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:58:00
DOTr issues Nov. 4 -7 Ortigas-Shaw area traffic alert over subway project
MANILA, Philippines — Vehicular traffic in the Shaw-Ortigas area from Wednesday, Nov. 4, to Saturday, Nov. 7. is expected to affected by the transportation of one of the Metro Manila Subway Projects tunnel boring machines. The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced on Facebook on Monday, Nov. 2, that the possible gridlock is due to the
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 21:08:00
Dead pets dumping in Bulacan: Senators seek tougher measures; probe set
MANILA, Philippines – Several senators are seeking to strengthen existing laws against animal cruelty as they condemned the dumping of the remains of several animals in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan. They are also conducting an inquiry into the incident involving Ahjay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium in Bacoor City, Cavite, which was allegedly behind the
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 21:10:14
'Undas' generally peaceful, orderly; 40.7M visit cemeteries nationwide
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported a generally peaceful and orderly observance of Undas 2026 nationwide, recording more than 40.7 million visitors in cemeteries, memorial parks, and columbaria nationwide from Oct. 30 to Nov. 2 "Based on reports from the ground, this year's Undas was generally peaceful and orderly, reflecting the discipline
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 21:17:53
Prosecution: Bank records prompted dropping of 3 impeachment charges
MANILA, Philippines The prosecution could not have decided at the beginning of Vice President Sara Z. Duterte's impeachment trial to concentrate exclusively on unexplained wealth because the financial documents that ultimately convinced prosecutors to narrow down the case became available only after lengthy legal disputes and compliance with court-issued subpoenas. House private prosecutor and
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 21:38:21
Garin: VP camp resorting to delaying, diversionary tactics in impeach trial
MANILA, Philippines The prosecution's decision to withdraw three of the four impeachment charges against Vice President Sara Duterte was partly driven by concerns that the defense would prolong the proceedings by presenting an extensive lineup of witnesses. House Deputy Speaker and Iloilo 1st District Rep. Janette Garin said Duterte's defense lawyers seems pursuing procedural
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 21:52:58
Lone player wins ₱15-M 6/45 Mega Lotto jackpot
MANILA, Philippines—A lone ticket holder won the ₱15 million MegaLotto 6/45 jackpot on Monday, November 2, 2026, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office. No player bagged the Grand Lotto 6/55 jackpot. Mega Lotto 6/45 draw result: 11-02-26-07-44-05 Jackpot prize: 15 million Grand Lotto 6/55 draw result: 45-43-07-53-25-48 Jackpot prize: ₱326.05 million Minor games The
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@newsinfo Mon, 02 Nov 2026 23:13:12
Walang Pasok: High heat index prompts class suspensions on Nov. 3
MANILA, Philippines — Some schools and local governments have announced the suspension of face-to-face classes for Tuesday, Nov. 3, because of expected high heat indices. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said a heat index of 42°C to 51°C is already dangerous, pointing out that with this level of heat, "heat cramps and
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@newsinfo Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:02:00
Family refuses to light a candle for missing loved one
MANTICAO, MISAMIS ORIENTAL, Philippines — For nine years now, Evelyn Powao has been selling flowers outside cemeteries to support her family, but there is one grave she has never been able to visit and one candle she refuses to light. Her husband Joseph, a construction worker, went missing during the five-month battle between government forces
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@newsinfo Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:04:00
Antimining group in N. Vizcaya hits court extension of ban on barricades
BAYOMBONG, NUEVA VIZCAYA, Philippines — An antimining group in this province condemned a regional trial court's decision to extend a temporary ban on protest barricades blocking public roads leading to mining exploration sites in Kasibu town, saying the order could further restrict residents' opposition to the project. The court extended the prohibition until Nov. 17.
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@newsinfo Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:06:00
Mayon evacuees reel from water shortage in Tabaco City
TABACO CITY, ALBAY, Philippines — Mayon evacuees staying at a temporary shelter in Barangay Buang here are struggling with an erratic water supply, forcing them to ration water for their daily needs. The evacuees said water rarely flowed from the faucets, and drums placed near the toilets were often empty. "Drinking water is what we
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@newsinfo Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:30:00
MNLF faction says Dela Rosa not under its protection
COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — A faction of the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) led by former Cotabato City Mayor Muslimin Sema has denied protecting Sen. Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa, saying there is no verified link between the former Philippine National Police chief and the organization despite his ties to figures associated with the group.
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@newsinfo Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:36:00
Police vow to pursue Bantag following Ifugao raid
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police on Monday vowed to pursue "every lead" until former Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gerald Bantag is captured after police officers failed to find him in a poultry farm in Lamut, Ifugao, on Sunday. "Every lead will be pursued, every lawful opportunity will be acted upon, and we
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