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@rappler Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:13
Hong Kong fire exposes entrenched triad networks in building renovation industry
The government proposes to make bid-rigging in building renovation a criminal offense, punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a HK$10 million fine. Laws against triads will also be tightened.
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@inquirer Sat, 24 Oct 2026 05:35:00
Gibo Teodoro: 'Act of war' if China tries to tow Sierra Madre
MANILA, Philippines Defense Secretary Gilberto "Gibo" Teodoro Jr. on Friday warned that any attempt by China to tow away the grounded BRP Sierra Madre by force would be considered an "act of war" against the Philippines. Teodoro was responding to a report by a Manila-based Chinese language newspaper that China was considering removing the
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@inquirer Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:43:30
WestMinCom: Chinese carrier fleet seen traversing Mindanao waters
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur A Chinese Navy carrier fleet was spotted passing through waters off Mindanao last week, the Armed Forces of the Philippines' (AFP) Western Mindanao Command (WestMinCom) disclosed on Monday. In a statement, WestMinCom said its Maritime Situational Awareness Center (MSAC-WM) and other maritime units tracked the Peoples Liberation Army
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@inquirer Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:46:56
Macalintal asks SC to hold oral arguments on BSKE postponement law
MANILA, Philippines — Election lawyer Romulo Macalintal has asked the Supreme Court (SC) to hold oral arguments on a petition to abolish the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) Postponement Law. He filed the urgent motion electronically before the SC on Oct. 25, reiterating that the law was intended solely to postpone the November 2026
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@inquirer Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:40:15
Security ramped up for first session of BARMM's elected parliament
COTABATO CITY — Military and police forces are on full alert ahead of the inaugural session of the newly elected Bangsamoro Parliament on Friday, Oct.30, with troops and armored tanks deployed in strategic parts of the city despite no specific security threats monitored by the intelligence community. Brig. Gen. Edgar Catu, commander of the Army's
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@inquirer Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:23:01
Comelec to reopen voter registration on Nov. 10 for 2028 polls
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will resume its voter registration on November 10, 2026, until July 30, 2027,ahead of the 2028 national and local elections, its Chairperson George Erwin Garcia said on Wednesday. Garcia said the poll body scheduled the registration early so it will have enough time to process and cleanse
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@inquirer Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:01:02
Gov't assures security for first Bangsamoro Parliament session
COTABATO CITY — The national government on Wednesday said security measures were in place for the inaugural session of the newly elected Bangsamoro Parliament on Friday, Oct. 30. Secretary Mel Senen Sarmiento, Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU), said the government-Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) Coordinating Committee on the Cessation of Hostilities met
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@inquirer Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:02:08
Comelec: Batanes polls' canvassing results to be sent via messaging app
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will utilize a messaging platform for the canvassing of votes for the special elections in Batanes on November 28. Comelec chairperson George Garcia on Wednesday said this is to enable the quick transmission of results and the proclamation of winner. The poll chief said that the pilot
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@inquirer Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:35:33
Heavy security ready for historic BARMM inaugural session on Friday
COTABATO CITY Heavy security and comprehensive operational measures are already in place for the Bangsamoro Parliaments historic inaugural session on Friday, Oct. 30, according to the military. The assurance came amid social media reports circulating in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) about possible disruptions as the first regular parliament begins its
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@inquirer Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:32:54
LIVE UPDATES: Undas 2026 | Oct. 29
MANILA, Philippines — Preparations are underway across the Philippines for Undas 2026, as authorities gear up for the influx of cemetery visitors and travelers heading to their home provinces to observe All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. A mass exodus began as early as Thursday, October 29, as Filipinos took advantage of the long
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@inquirer Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:04:00
Bangsamoro starts a new chapter
COTABATO CITY, Philippines – The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) starts a new chapter today as the first elected parliament holds its inaugural session starting at 1:30 p.m. at the regional legislature's Plenary Hall. The session will be opened by Sheikh Muslim Guiamaden, the Bangsamoro Wali or ceremonial head, who is expected to
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@inquirer Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:49:17
LIVE UPDATES: Undas 2026 | Oct. 30
MANILA, Philippines — Preparations for Undas 2026 are in place across the country, with authorities ready to manage the influx of cemetery visitors and travelers heading to their home provinces for All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. READ: Undas 2026 in Manila: Grave finders, visiting hours, traffic advisories Follow our live updates for the
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@gmanetwork Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:20:08
Fast Talk with Boy Abunda: Bimby at Kris, ibinuko ang love life ng isa't isa! (Episode 972)
Aired (October 29, 2026): Nilinaw ni Bimby Aquino ang naging 'anesthesia effect' incident ng kanyang ina! Ibinuko naman ni Kris na nakikipag-date na si Bimby, na ayon kay Bimby ay 'friendly dinner' lang daw. #FastTalkwithBoyAbunda!
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@gmanetwork Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:22:29
Meet the 'Yengcredibles' of 'The Voice Kids'
After seven weeks of exciting Blind Auditions, Team Yengcredibles is officially complete! Led by Pop-Rock Royalty Yeng Constantino, this team brings together a promising lineup of kiddie talents with powerful voices, soulful interpretations, unique musical styles, and adorable stage presence. With the Blind Auditions behind them, these young singers are now gearing up for the Knockouts where only four talents from each team will advance to the next round. 'The Voice Kids' Heads to The Knockout Rounds Starting November 1 But before the competition heats up, get to know the young voices and rising stars that make up the Yengcredibles in this gallery.
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@gmanetwork Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:24:06
Fast Talk with Boy Abunda: Bimby wants Kris and Tito Boy to walk him down the aisle (Episode 972)
Aired (October 29, 2026): Nais raw magpakasal ni Bimby kapag siya ay nasa mid-20s na, at sa araw na ito, sana raw ay kasama niya sa pasilyo ang ina niyang si Kris Aquino at kanyang ninong na si Boy Abunda. #FastTalkwithBoyAbunda
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@gmanetwork Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:26:57
Fast Talk with Boy Abunda: Bimby as Kris' son and Josh's brother (Episode 972)
Aired (October 29, 2026): Ingrained na raw sa isip ni Bimby na sa paglaon ay siya ang mag-aalaga ng kanyang kuya na si Josh Aquino. Ayon sa kanya, ito ay dahil hindi niya rin kayang mabuhay nang wala ang kanyang Kuya Josh. #FastTalkwithBoyAbunda
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