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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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@inquirer Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:22:44
LIVE UPDATES: Undas 2026 | Oct. 31
MANILA, Philippines – Thousands of Filipino families are expected to visit cemeteries and travel to their home provinces on the eve of Undas to pay tribute to their departed loved ones, as authorities intensify security and traffic management operations. Airports, seaports, bus terminals and major roads are also bracing for increased passenger and vehicle volume
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@philstar Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:00:00
DoubleDragon profit soars to P3.91 billion from January to September
DoubleDragon Corp., the listed property business of Edgar Injap Sia II and Tony Tan Caktiong, has nearly quadrupled its profit, fueled by strong overseas projects that generate dollar revenues.
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@philstar Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:00:00
Metrobank named Philippineâ s strongest bank for sixth straight year
Metropolitan Bank Trust Co. (Metrobank) has retained its title as the Philippines strongest bank for the sixth consecutive year, according to financial research and intelligence providerThe Asian Banker.
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@philstar Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:00:00
The scariest things are not in costumes
Halloween. Children dress as ghosts, witches, vampires and assorted creatures that would make any respectable homeowner hesitate before opening the door. Shopping malls display cobwebs, skeletons and pumpkins. Even adults participate, sometimes wearing costumes that cost more than their monthly grocery budget.
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@philstar Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:00:00
The Gutierrez Halloween magic: Showcasing Pinoy creativity, one costume at a time
In an age when artificial intelligence can generate almost anything, Mond Gutierrez believes there is still something irreplaceable about human creativity, imagination and the art of filmmaking.
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@philstar Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:00:00
50 golden years of love & friendship
Atruly heartwarming celebration marked the golden wedding anniversary of Meycauayan City, Bulacan Mayor lawyer Henry Villarica and Bulacan 4th District Rep. Linabelle Ruth Ramos-Villarica, who renewed their vows after 50 blissful years at St. Michael the Archangel ParishBGC in Taguig City.
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@newsinfo Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:00:01
Legarda seeks full restitution of PDIC, PhilHealth funds in 2027 budget
MANILA, Philippines—Sen. Loren Legarda has renewed her push for the full restitution and proper allocation of funds "legally intended" for the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) and the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth). The call comes as Congress deliberates on the proposed P7.2-trillion budget for 2027. "Our national budget must reflect our responsibility to protect
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