Sara Duterte urges Boholanos to keep fiesta traditions alive
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Sara Duterte urges Boholanos to keep fiesta traditions alive
TAGBILARAN CITY – Vice President Sara Duterte has urged Boholanos to continue the tradition of celebrating fiestas to strengthen family bonds.
Cristine Takahashi gets threat, won’t back down
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Cristine Takahashi gets threat, won’t back down
The mayoral candidate in Lapu-Lapu City, Cristine Takahashi, received a threat through a text message.
Marcos, Ishiba to begin negotiations on ACSA defense forces exchange
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Marcos, Ishiba to begin negotiations on ACSA defense forces exchange
MANILA, Philippines — The top leaders of the Philippines and Japan have agreed to begin negotiations on an Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement (ACSA)—an accord that will allow their defense forces to exchange supplies and services.
Amnesty International: Trump policies fuel global human rights backslide
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Amnesty International: Trump policies fuel global human rights backslide
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY—The aggressive stance against universal human rights of the administration of US President Donald Trump is accelerating global declines in protections, Amnesty International said in its 2025 annual report.
Comelec prepares to hold balloting in Cagayan de Oro mall
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Comelec prepares to hold balloting in Cagayan de Oro mall
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – In preparation for the May 12 midterm elections, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) here, in collaboration with SM City CDO Uptown and various other partners, held a barangay caravan and assembly on Tuesday to promote the mall voting…
3 Cebu grads top 2025 real estate broker licensure exams
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3 Cebu grads top 2025 real estate broker licensure exams
3 Cebu grads top 2025 real estate broker licensure exams, they are from the University of Cebu and placed 5th, 6th, and 9th place.
NBA: Dominant Cavaliers hope they're just getting started
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NBA: Dominant Cavaliers hope they’re just getting started
MIAMI — Kenny Atkinson didn’t need a few months, or a few weeks, or even a few games before figuring out the potential of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Arnold Vegafria says Krishnah Gravidez has good chance of winning Miss World
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Arnold Vegafria says Krishnah Gravidez has good chance of winning Miss World
Arnold Vegafria said he has a “strong feeling” that Krishnah Gravidez has a great chance of bringing home the second Miss World crown for the Philippines, adding that he is eyeing the global tilt to be held in the country soon.
SC upholds conviction of ex-Dapitan City mayor for secret funds misuse
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SC upholds conviction of ex-Dapitan City mayor for secret funds misuse
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of former Dapitan City Mayor Joseph Cedrick Ruiz over the corruption and misuse of almost P1 million in confidential and intelligence funds (CIF).
PH boxing community mourns passing of coach Jonathan Peñalosa
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PH boxing community mourns passing of coach Jonathan Peñalosa
The Philippine boxing community is grieving the loss of veteran trainer Jonathan Peñalosa, who passed away on Monday, April 28.
Quezon meets Quezon: TJ Trinidad surprises Jericho Rosales at movie set
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Quezon meets Quezon: TJ Trinidad surprises Jericho Rosales at movie set
It was a tale of two Quezons as TJ Trinidad surprised Jericho Rosales on the set of the historical film “Quezon,” which is based on the life of former president Manuel L. Quezon.
Dole-7 starts probe on Lapu building accident that killed 1
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Dole-7 starts probe on Lapu building accident that killed 1
Dole-7 has started its investigation of an accident at the Cebu Light Industrial Park in Brgy. Basak in Lapu-Lapu City.
UAAP: Pepito pokes fun at possible final game vs bestie Belen
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UAAP: Pepito pokes fun at possible final game vs bestie Belen
MANILA, Philippines—University of Santo Tomas captain Detdet Pepito had mixed feelings after playing against longtime friend and National University star Bella Belen possibly for a final time in the UAAP on Sunday.
PCAP: Toledo Xignex Trojans face Iriga, Mindoro in elims finale
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PCAP: Toledo Xignex Trojans face Iriga, Mindoro in elims finale
The Toledo Xignex Trojans aim for a sweep as they approach the final stretch of the Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP) All-Filipino Conference elimination round on Wednesday, April 30.
Fitch: Philippines to benefit from low US tariff
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Fitch: Philippines to benefit from low US tariff
MANILA, Philippines – The relatively low US tariff on the Philippines could work to the country’s advantage compared with other economies in Asia that were slapped with punitive import taxes, Fitch Ratings said as it affirmed the country’s badge of creditworthiness.
Philippines' digital economy growth slowed in 2024, PSA says
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Philippines’ digital economy growth slowed in 2024, PSA says
MANILA, Philippines – The digital economy of the Philippines grew at a slower rate in 2024, resulting in a smaller share to total output, after e-commerce posted a softer expansion following the country’s previous bout of high inflation and interest rates.
Belle saw 5% rise in Q1 2025 profit despite lower revenues
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Belle saw 5% rise in Q1 2025 profit despite lower revenues
MANILA, Philippines – Belle Corp. booked a 5-percent increase in its net income for the first quarter of 2025.
Holding the powerful accountable: Why Duterte must face the ICC
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Holding the powerful accountable: Why Duterte must face the ICC
The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to pursue an investigation into former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte’s war on drugs is not only lawful—it is essential for upholding human rights and international accountability. The principle behind…
Espedido completes hat trick after convincing triumph at Splendido
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Espedido completes hat trick after convincing triumph at Splendido
Mavis Espedido pulled off a hat trick in the girls’ 7-10 division of the ICTSI Junior PGT Championship’s first Luzon series on Tuesday after shooting a four-over-par 76 for a three-shot win over Winter Serapio at Splendido in Batangas.