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House upped budget for multi-purpose buildings, local roads by P170 billion --watchdog
The House of Representatives increased, by P170 billion, the budget for multi-purpose buildings and local access roads in the proposed 2027 national budget, a watchdog group said Monday
Witness admits seeing up to 60 ‘maleta’ at Zaldy Co’s condo
MANILA, Philippines — A prosecution witness told the Sandiganbayan Third Division on Monday that he saw up to 60 “maleta” moved in and out of the luxury condominium of former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co, and was told by…
Elderly woman arrested in Quezon drug bust; P191,000 shabu seized
LUCENA CITY — A 61-year-old woman was arrested on Sunday in a drug bust in Unisan, Quezon, for allegedly selling shabu (crystal meth) to an undercover operative. In a report on Monday, the Quezon Police Provincial…
China vows continued push for Middle East peace, stability
Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Monday that China, upholding the spirit of the series of major initiatives and proposals put forward by President Xi Jinping, will continue to work to promote peace, stability and…
Salmon Group bags $140M funding for expansion, new products
MANILA, Philippines — Salmon Group, a digital-focused lender, is launching new lending products nationwide and scaling its existing lending business after securing $140 million in fresh financing. In a statement…
Urdaneta gets new leaders after dismissal of mayor, vice mayor
CALASIAO, Pangasinan – Councilor Blesildo Sumera assumed the mayoralty seat of Urdaneta City on Monday after taking his oath of office on Friday. Sumera’s ascension to mayor followed the Office of the Ombudsman’s…
Boxers Miel Fajardo, Zyvyr Medecilo eye world title glory in Japan
Filipino boxers Miel Fajardo and Zyvyr “Blitz Kid” Medecilo will get their shots at world championship glory when they challenge two Japanese champions on November 26 at the Ebara Wave Arena in Tokyo, Japan.
Akmal won't back down from those in power, wishes 'happy campaigning'
'Those who currently hold power may do whatever they wish.'
Alex Eala makes strong start in Ningbo Open
MANILA, Philippines — Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala opened her 2026 Ningbo Open campaign on a strong note after defeating Diane Parry of France, 6-3, 6-1, on Monday night (Manila time) to advance in the Round of…
53 groups to join Belenismo 2026; Hall of Famers to offer bigger attractions
Giant and grand Belen displays are now under construction in Tarlac for the annual Belenismo in the province.
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