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@philstar Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:16:00
Gunman in rocket attack on BARMM mayorâ s convoy arrested
Policemen havearrested one of the alleged perpetrators of the January 25 ambush of the mayor in Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur, in which gunment firedrifles and a B40 anti-tank rocket at his vehicle, wounding him and four companions.
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@philstar Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:44:00
What's on the plate: Fiesta Ham Sub, purple brand's pistachio desserts
From Japanese comfort food to Filipino ube desserts and a holiday-inspired sandwich, food brands are introducing new offerings and celebrating milestones as they cater to changing dining preferences.
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@philstar Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:49:00
Ombudsman charges 6 DPWH personnel, 7 others over alleged GenSan right-of-way scam
The Office of the Ombudsman has filed malversation and graft charges before the Sandiganbayan against six Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region XII personnel over their alleged involvementin a P491.9-million road right-of-way scam in General Santos City.
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@philstar Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:59:00
WATCH: Why â 2 Valid IDsâ is personal to Pokwang
Before becoming a comedian, Pokwang experienced the struggles of seekingfinancial assistance for her sons brain tumor. Sadly, he passed away before receiving any help. Thus, for Pokwang, her critically acclaimed film 2 Valid IDs is deeply personal.
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 05:35:00
Veteran journo held for libel, 'unaware' of case in Davao
MANILA, Philippines — Following his Saturday morning arrest, veteran journalist Philip Lustre Jr. remains in the dark about who is behind the cyberlibel complaint lodged against him and what triggered it, with his lawyer saying he was not given due process. Human rights lawyer Dino de Leon, who is representing Lustre in the case, confirmed
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 05:37:00
Senate minority bloc urges gov't 'dialogue' with Dela Rosa
MANILA, Philippines — Members of the Senate minority bloc on Saturday urged authorities to "dialogue" with fugitive Sen. Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa and work toward a "peaceful resolution" of the government's efforts to arrest him after it placed a P50-million bounty on his head. The group made the appeal in a statement, where they also
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:00:00
Decoding a 29-year habit: Data, intent and the future of INQUIRER
As the public's entry points to information continue to evolve, INQUIRER.net uses data not just to measure the effectiveness of its reporting but also to better understand its audience's need for news. While measuring standard metrics remains part of our data strategy, it is important for this newsroom to continually determine which visits to our
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:05:18
Lacson: Keep cameras rolling during budget talks suspension
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo Lacson suggested keeping livestream cameras rolling even when budget deliberations are suspended to prevent corruption from creeping into the 2027 budget measure. His proposal was specifically aimed at bicameral conference committee proceedings. "When the budget bill reaches the bicam, as what happened last year, there were many suspensions where lawmakers
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:35:04
Lacson: Use 'savings' from Senate budget cuts for El Niño preparations
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo Lacson has proposed using the savings from cuts to the Senate's proposed 2027 budget to fund preparations for Super El Niño and other government priorities. Lacson, who chairs the Senate accounts panel, earlier said the Senate was considering cutting about P2 billion from its proposed 2027 budget in the National
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:45:05
ITCZ to bring rains, thunderstorms over much of PH on Sunday
MANILA, Philippines — The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) will bring cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms over Visayas, Mindanao, the Bicol Region, Romblon and Palawan, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said Sunday. Possible flash floods or landslides are likely in these areas due to moderate to, at times, heavy rains,
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:00:00
INQUIRER at 29: Adapting as Filipinos' news habits change
Last of three parts PART I: The state of Philippine news: Trust falls amid changing media habits PART II: Fewer Filipinos trust the news. Can PH media win them back? MANILA, Philippines — As INQUIRER.net marks its 29th anniversary, the newsroom is adapting to changes in how Filipinos find and consume news, exploring ways to
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:12:49
Army readies new defense brigade as troops return from BARMM deployment
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The last of the four battalions of the Army's 10th Infantry Division (ID) deployed to help secure the historic Bangsamoro parliamentary elections on Sept. 14 had returned to its home base, clearing the way for the military to shift gears toward territorial defense. In an email to the Inquirer on
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:29:50
Bukidnon town's crackdown nets 20 stray dogs
QUEZON, BUKIDNON — Local authorities impounded at least 20 stray dogs over the past week in Barangay Butong here as village officials intensified their crackdown on roaming pets as part of efforts to prevent rabies and promote road safety. Nehru Tan, Barangay Butong punong barangay, told the Inquirer by phone on Sunday that the campaign
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:41:23
Journalist Philip Lustre posts P48,000 bail in cyberlibel case
MANILA, Philippines — Veteran journalist Philip Lustre Jr. was released on bail on Saturday after friends in the media pooled funds for his release in less than an hour, following his arrest earlier that day. Lustre, 72, was arrested in Quezon City after a Davao court issued a warrant for his arrest on a cyberlibel
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:04:37
5 feared dead as fire guts Sorsogon City public market
SORSOGON CITY — Five people are feared dead after a fire gutted the Sorsogon City Public Market late Saturday night, Oct. 24, with authorities struggling to identify the possible victims because their remains were severely burned. "The fatalities were believed to be stall owners or bystanders, but authorities have yet to establish their identities, as
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:19:44
5 PH dams see slight rise in water levels
MANILA, Philippines — Water levels at five of the nine monitored dams across the country slightly increased in the past 24 hours, according to the state weather bureau. In its latest update issued at 8 a.m., the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said the dams were La Mesa, Ambuklao, Binga, Pantabangan and
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:23:56
Father, son shot dead over land dispute in Quezon
LUCENA CITY — A father and his son were shot dead on Saturday, Oct. 24, allegedly over a long-standing land dispute in Catanauan, Quezon. In a report on Sunday, Calabarzon police said the suspect confronted the 37-year-old victim over an old grudge stemming from a land dispute involving the victim's father. The confrontation occurred at
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@newsinfo Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:36:31
2 PCG personnel injured in Zamboanga explosion
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — Two Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) personnel were injured Saturday night in an alleged accidental explosion inside their barracks at the Zamboanga City International Pier, the PCG said on Sunday. The incident occurred at around 10:39 p.m. on Oct. 24 at the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit-Southwestern Mindanao barracks within the
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