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Cagayan Rep. Lara under probe for possible plunder
MANILA, Philippines—The Office of the Ombudsman on Saturday said it has initiated a preliminary investigation against Cagayan Rep. Joseph Lasam Lara and members of his family over alleged financial interests in…
PBA: Terrafirma ends Governors’ Cup with rout of Titan Ultra
ANTIPOLO—Terrafirma wrapped up its 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup campaign on a bright note with a 147-115 victory over Titan Ultra in a game pitting two eliminated teams on Saturday at Ynares Center here. Juami Tiongson…
Concerns raised over unfinished gov’t-MILF peace pact
MANILA, Philippines — The agreement between the government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) could be erased if the peace process remains unfinished, political scientist Yasmira Moner of the Mindanao State…
Sen. Erwin Tulfo posts backstabbing cartoon after failed bid to oust him
Sen. Erwin Tulfo posts an uncredited cartoon on his official Facebook page, where is being depicted to be stabbed by three of his fellow senators on Oct. 17, 2026. (PHOTO FROM ERWIN TULFO FB) MANILA, Philippines —…
WNBA: Valkyries, Dream open Finals with first title in sight
The WNBA will crown a first-time champion with the Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream playing for the title in the best-of-seven series that starts Saturday. Golden State is looking to become the fastest…
NBA tells sportsbooks to ban certain bets and parlays
NEW YORK–The NBA told sportsbook partners in a Friday memo to ban certain types of bets and parlays this season that gamblers used in recent wagering scandals, ESPN reported. The prohibition includes a player prop…
Dinagat Islands breaks ground on P164-M soil lab, ecotourism boardwalk
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — The provincial government of Dinagat Islands broke ground on Friday, Oct. 16, for two major infrastructure projects worth a combined P164 million aimed at boosting the local food…
NBA preview: Celtics start new era with Jayson Tatum leading the way
Team preview of the Boston Celtics ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 58-26, lost to Philadelphia in first round of playoffs. Coach: Joe Mazzulla (5th season, 238-90). Season opener: Oct. 20 at…
Motorcyclist dies in Zamboanga del Sur highway crash
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – A 56-year-old motorcycle rider from Marikina City died on Friday evening, October 16, after his maxi-scooter rammed a parked truck along the national highway in Mahayag, Zamboanga del…
Economic challenges need global action
Thailand has called for stronger international cooperation to help economies navigate geopolitical tensions, rising energy costs and technological disruption, arguing that global partnerships must turn investment and…
