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Suspend tax on gasoline, diesel, too, gov’t urged
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian on Sunday urged economic managers to suspend, even temporarily, the excise on gasoline and diesel, not just on kerosene and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), amid surging fuel…
Already-resigned Loke refuses to entertain fresh quit calls over Zetrix AI controversy
Minister also explains that RM314m arrears are from May this year, not 2023.
PH records best Asian Games medal haul in 60 years
MANILA, Philippines — Team Philippines secured its most impressive overall medal tally in six decades at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, finishing with 29 total medals consisting of four golds, nine silvers, and 16…
'Giant's strength' must not lead to tyranny - Anwar
PM warns those in power against abusing their authority.
Authorities urged to ensure fair implementation of NCAP
MANILA, Philippines — 1-Rider party-list Rep. Rodge Gutierrez urged authorities on Sunday to ensure that the resumption of the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) on Monday in five cities in Metro Manila does not…
Tongol: Dec. 16 a 'logistical projection,' not a deadline for impeachment court
Impeachment court spokesperson Atty. Regie Tongol said Monday that the December 16 schedule he mentioned earlier should not be seen as a deadline for the impeachment court to issue a verdict on the case of Vice…
Global rice prices jump by 9.5 percent in September
MANILA, Philippines — The benchmark for global rice prices went up by almost 10 percent in September, mostly driven by higher prices of Indica rice variety, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of…
Nearly half of Asia Pacific consumers open to stablecoins within five years, Visa says
Stablecoins are beginning to look less like a niche crypto product and more like a possible payments tool for mainstream consumers in Asia Pacific, according to new research from Visa. But the same study also shows why…
Class behind bars: 3 teachers find second calling in jail
PROSPERIDAD, AGUSAN DEL SUR, Philippines — In a place defined by high walls and restricted freedom, three teachers have found a way to do what they know best: teach. The three educators, all persons deprived of liberty…
Manila AQ Prime Assets raises record to 4-0 in PCAP
The Manila AQ Prime Assets extended its unbeaten streak to four matches after scoring impressive win on Saturday in the Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP). After hacking out towering victories…
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