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UP study: Wild plants may help disaster-hit communities survive

When typhoons shatter homes or earthquakes leave communities inaccessible, one immediate concern rises as people take in the devastation — where will they get food in the first critical hours “when roads are blocked and relief goods are yet to arrive”? To mark International Biodiversity Month, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) said

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PNP: ‘Unable’ to give info on Dela Rosa case ‘at this time’

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday said it is now “unable” to provide information on Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s case “at this time.” Dela Rosa, a former PNP chief, is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) in connection with his alleged participation in former President Rodrigo Duterte’s war on

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Dole reminds employers of holiday pay rules on May 27

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) has reminded employers of proper pay rules for their employees on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, which is a regular holiday.  President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. earlier declared May 27 as a regular holiday nationwide in observance of Eid’l Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice. This

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Legarda tackles literacy crisis in EDCOM II briefing

MANILA, Philippines – Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Basic Education and co-chairperson of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II), faced head-on the urgent challenges in Philippine education during her first EDCOM II briefing last Monday. Citing findings from the second EDCOM II, Legarda emphasized that a

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P3.6-million worth of ‘shabu’ seized, 2 nabbed in Iloilo drug bust

ILOILO CITY — Authorities seized more than P3.6 million worth of suspected “shabu” (crystal meth) and arrested two individuals during a buy-bust operation in Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 on Monday evening, police said. The anti-illegal drugs operation, conducted at 6:25 p.m., resulted in the confiscation of approximately 540 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated

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Capitol: Proposed FOI measure a step closer to becoming an ordinance  

CEBU CITY, Philippines — It will soon be easier for citizens or Cebu residents to acquire some documents at the Capitol with the Cebu Provincial Board’s passing on final reading of the proposed Freedom of Information (FOI) Ordinance. The passing of the proposed FOI measure on the third and final reading of the Provincial Board

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Cebu City man accused of stealing pickleball paddles faces theft charges

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A 29-year-old man is set to face theft charges after he was allegedly caught attempting to steal two pickleball paddles from a sports retail store inside a major shopping mall in Cebu City on Monday afternoon, May 25. According to a police report, the incident occurred at around 3:30 p.m. at

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Newborn Baby Girl Found Abandoned in Vacant Lot in Catanduanes 

Newborn Baby Girl Found by Residents at Vacant Lot in Catanduanes  A newborn baby girl was found abandoned in a vacant lot in Barangay Cavinitan, Virac, Catanduanes.  On Tuesday morning, May 26, 2026, a newborn child was found by residents in the area. The infant was discovered shortly after 7:00 a.m. by a concerned citizen who noticed the infant lying in the area.  Fortunately, the baby ... Read more

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Marc Logan Slams ‘Protect It’s Showtime Hosts’ Post

Marc Logan reacted to this post about It’s Showtime hosts Veteran broadcaster Marc Logan slammed a social media post saying that the It’s Showtime hosts should be protected. The Kapamilya noontime show is journeying to its 20th year. Despite the ups and downs, the show continues to give laughter and entertainment to the avid viewers. ... Read more

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Man Arrested in Cebu City for Allegedly Stealing Pickleball Paddles From Sports Store 

Cops Arrest in Cebu City for Stealing Pickleball Paddles A man was arrested after allegedly stealing two pickleball paddles from a sports store in Cebu City.  On Monday afternoon, May 25, 2026, a 29-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly stole two pickleball paddles worth P5,180 from an athletic store inside a major shopping mall in Cebu.  According ... Read more

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