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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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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:49:17
Laguna Lake water level keeps falling
LUCENA CITY — Laguna de Bays water level fell further to 11.99 meters on Wednesday, remaining below the critical-high threshold, according to the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA). The lake's water level stood at 11.99 meters as of 11 a.m., down from 12.03 meters recorded the previous day, LLDA said in an advisory. The agency
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:57:12
DOJ probe into Aplasca, 2 others over Senate shooting nears end
MANILA, Philippines—Former Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Mao Ranada Aplasca on Wednesday submitted his counter-affidavit to the direct assault complaint before the Department of Justice (DOJ) in connection with the May 13 incident that led to gunshots being fired in the chamber. DOJ spokesperson Polo Martinez confirmed that Aplasca filed his counter-affidavit as one of three respondents in
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:03:40
Pangasinan City tightens regulations on junk shop operations
ALAMINOS CITY, Pangasinan — The city government has imposed stricter regulations on junk shop operations, requiring them to meet environmental, sanitation, and safety standards. It also prescribed fines of up to P5,000 for various violations. Sangguniang Panlungsod passed City Ordinance No. 2026-12 on August 11, which Mayor Arth Bryan C. Celeste approved on Oct. 21.
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:33:15
Oriental Mindoro farmers gain new outlet in QC market
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Farmers from Oriental Mindoro now have an additional outlet to sell their agricultural produce to Metro Manila consumers through a newly opened Kadiwa retail store managed by a local cooperative. The Jubilee Oriental Mindoro Consumer Cooperative operates the store at Phase 1, Jubilee East Ville, Barangay Bagong Silangan in Quezon City. The
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:37:05
Female bookkeeper nabbed, P183K 'shabu' seized in Pagadian
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — Anti-narcotics operatives arrested a 47-year-old bookkeeper after seizing nearly P184,000 worth of illegal drugs and live ammunition. The apprehension and the seizure happened during an entrapment operation in Barangay Tiguma, Pagadian City, Tuesday night, October 27. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Regional Office 9 Zamboanga del Sur Provincial
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:43:47
PDEA conducts random drug tests for Cotabato drivers, conductors
COTABATO CITY – The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in the Bangsamoro Region in Muslim Mindanao (PDEA-BARMM) conducted surprise drug tests on public transport workers on Tuesday, Oct. 27, to ensure safety as commuters head to the provinces for Undas 2026. "Oplan Harabas" or Drug Test Muna Bago Pasada is a nationwide operation led by the
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:46:11
Parts of Commonwealth Ave to be briefly closed for MRT-7 construction
MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City government announces that the temporary lane closure along westbound Commonwealth Avenue will take effect until Thursday, Oct. 29. In an advisory, the local government said that it implemented a temporary closure to make way for the unloading and lifting of elevator and escalator for the Metro Railway Transit Line
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@newsinfo Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:44
Napolcom to pursue charges vs Pasig City cop who pulled gun on vehicle
MANILA, Philippines The National Police Commission (Napolcom) will pursue administrative charges against a Pasig City police officer who allegedly pointed his service firearm at a vehicle while intoxicated at a gasoline station on Oct. 25. In a statement on Wednesday, Napolcom Commissioner Rafael Vicente Calinisan said that a formal complaint was already filed against
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