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@philstar Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:46:00
13 kids, woman hospitalized after eating 'tuba-tubaâ fruits
Thirteen school children and an adult were confined to a hospital after feasting on ripe tuba-tuba fruits, resembling the edible lanzones, in Barangay Topland in Koronadal City in South Cotabato on Monday.
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@philstar Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:47:00
Tamaraws clip Falcons to regain winning ways
Far Eastern University trampled their way back to the win column after keeping the Adamson Soaring Falcons at bay, 73-66, in their UAAP Season 89 mens basketball clash Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
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@philstar Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:49:00
Eala storms back vs Gibson to punch quarters ticket in Toray Pan Pacific tilt
Alex Eala came from behind and grinded out a three-set victory over Talia Gibson, 4-6, 6-2, 6-0, to barge into the quarterfinal round of the Toray Pan Pacific Tennis Open Wednesday evening in Japan.
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@philstar Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:25:00
Bolick, Winston push Road Warriors one win away from PBA semis
Robert Bolick and Schonny Winston produced 31 points each to push the NLEX Road Warriors to a huge 124-117 victory over the Phoenix Fuel Masters in Game 2 of their PBA Governors Cup quarterfinal clash Wednesday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:43:15
Ridon wants libel laws reviewed after Lustre's sudden arrest
MANILA, Philippines — Congress must review the country's laws on libel after the sudden arrest of veteran journalist Philip Lustre Jr. so that there will be a balance between protecting reputations and press freedom. This view came from Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon on Wednesday. Ridon said that while he agrees with the need to
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:54:20
No one hurt in 2 firecracker factory explosions in Bulacan
CAMP GEN. ALEJO SANTOS, Bulacan Explosions rocked two firecracker factories in Bocaue and Baliwag City, Bulacan, on Tuesday, but no one was hurt. Three workers managed to flee to safety when a shanty that has been serving as a firecracker factory exploded at past 10 a.m. in Sitio Caculisan, Barangay Bambang in Bocaue, according
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:02:08
Jefry Tupas calls NBI's raps referral 'harassment'
MANILA, Philippines — Former Davao City chief information officer Jefry Tupas has described the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI)'s referral of obstruction of justice, cyber libel, and publication of false news complaints to the Department of Justice (DOJ) against him as "harassment." In a statement on Wednesday, Tupas said he had earlier presented the NBI
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:09:15
Caraga supporters believe Sara Duterte 'will be vindicated'
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Confident that Vice President Sara Duterte will overcome efforts to unseat her from office, loyalists across the Caraga region have launched an extensive recruitment campaign to consolidate grassroots support for her presidential run in 2028. The regional push is spearheaded by the Volunteer Protectors of Sara Duterte (VPSD), whose
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:15:02
PNP reviews bomb threat response protocols amid university incidents
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has ordered a review of its bomb threat response protocols following threats targeting schools and universities. "We must ensure that our bomb threat protocols evolve with the threats we face," PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said on Wednesday. "Our response must be swift, our personnel
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:23:28
Cloudy skies, rains expected to prevail during Undas
MANILA, Philippines — Cloudy skies with occasional isolated rains are expected to prevail over some parts of the country during Undas (November 1 – All Saints Day and November 2 – All Souls Day). These conditions are due to the northeast monsoon, or 'amihan,' and two other weather systems, the state weather bureau said. The
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:24:01
Agusan del Sur town readies Baterbonia's gravesite for Undas
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Municipal officials in Talacogon, Agusan del Sur are stepping in to ensure an orderly, peaceful visit to the gravesite of the late basketball standout Rene Clert Bobet Baterbonia during the Undas or All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day celebrations on Nov. 1 and 2. Talacogon Mayor Pauline Marie
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:24:57
PH research spending among lowest in Southeast Asia
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines, which has been classified as an upper-middle-income economy this year, spends less than one-third of 1 percent of its gross domestic product (GDP) on research and development, a data scientist said. Dr. Alicor Panao, an associate professor at the University of the Philippines, said in his analysis of data from
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:27:03
PNP raises Undas security deployment to over 73,000 personnel
MANILA, Philippines The Philippine National Police has increased its security deployment to 73,034 personnel, up from the initial 72,501, to secure the observance of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day, or Undas, as many Filipinos head to cemeteries, terminals, and home provinces. "Security deployments for large-scale operations like Undas are continuously assessed and
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:28:43
From Local Solutions to Global Recognition: Villar Foundation Marks More Than Two Decades of Environmental Action
MANILA, Philippines —From transforming household waste into fertilizers and school chairs to turning discarded coconut husks and waterlilies into livelihood opportunities, the Villar Foundation has spent more than three decades promoting community-based solutions to environmental problems. Established by former Senate President Manny Villar and former Sen. Cynthia Villar, the foundation's environmental initiatives demonstrate how proper
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:32:34
Quezon launches survey for provincial cancer patient registry
LUCENA CITY — The Quezon provincial government is conducting a province-wide cancer patient registry, which requires an assessment survey to determine the number and status of cancer patients and identify their healthcare needs. The initiative, launched by Gov. Angelina "Doktora Helen" Tan, a physician, is being carried out through the Provincial Health Office (PHO). "The
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:37:24
Undas 2026: Bus driver tests positive in PITX drug screening
MANILA, Philippines—A bus driver initially tested positive in a drug screening at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) on Wednesday as authorities stepped up safety measures ahead of the All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day holidays. The driver, assigned to a bus bound for Bicol, was referred for confirmatory testing in accordance with screening
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:43:02
10 Calabarzon PUV drivers test positive in LTO drug tests
LUCENA CITY — At least 10 public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers in the Calabarzon region tested positive for illegal drugs during surprise drug tests conducted by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) at public transport terminals ahead of the Undas travel rush. In a report on Wednesday (October 28), the LTO in Region IV-A said one
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