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Tulfo urges peers to show up: We could’ve prayed together for Estrada

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Erwin Tulfo on Tuesday urged his colleagues in the Senate majority to show up for work despite their anger over recent developments, saying they were free to express their frustrations and engage in debate. The session was supposed to resume at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, but the 13-member majority led by

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Baguio’s outdated sewage plant hit with violation notice

BAGUIO CITY — The summer capital has been slapped with a notice of violation over the poor performance of its only sewage treatment plant, which discharges what should be cleansed domestic water into one of four rivers emanating from its Baguio headwaters.  Since 2020, water quality tests at Balili River confirmed a quadrillion bacterial count

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Iloilo City cops step up security measures for Balik Eskwela 2026

ILOILO CITY — The Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) declared its readiness for Oplan Balik Eskwela 2026, rolling out comprehensive security measures ahead of the June 8 class opening. The operation aims to ensure the safety and security of students, teachers, parents, and school personnel throughout the city. READ: Over 55,500 PNP personnel to secure

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Marco Gumabao Reacts To Cristine Reyes & Gio Tingson’s Engagement

Marco Gumabao was asked about his ex-girlfriend, Cristine Reyes Actor Marco Gumabao had this reaction when asked about the engagement of actress Cristine Reyes to former National Youth Commission chair Gio Tingson. Marco and Cristine’s relationship was quite colorful. They got together after working on a movie project. Following the circulation of their sweet photos ... Read more

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Canadian teacher held in Prachuap Kiri Khan for child sex abuse

A former Canadian teacher was arrested in Prachuap Kiri Khan province for sexually assaulting a 15 year old schoolgirl during a private tutoring session at her home in Nakhon Ratchasima. Officers from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested the 68 year old Canadian national, identified only as James, yesterday, June 1. Police said he previously …

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SLAPP lawsuits in Thailand: When the law becomes a weapon and telling the truth lands you in court

Did you know that in Thailand, posting a criticism of the government or a public agency, even if it stays within legal limits, contains no offensive language, and is based entirely on facts, can still result in a court summons arriving at your door a few weeks later? A defamation lawsuit with damages claimed at …

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Philippine manufacturing rebounds in May

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine manufacturing activity rebounded in May after slipping into contraction the previous month, supported by stronger domestic demand, although persistent supply-chain disruptions and rising costs continued to weigh on the sector. Data released by S&P Global on Monday showed the country’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) climbed to 50.8 in May from 48.3

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PNP: Estrada arrest orderly, unlike other high-profile cases

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the orderly arrest of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada in the flood control scandal stood in “stark contrast” to efforts to capture other high-profile fugitives who had long been on the run. “By prioritizing professionalism and the rule of law, we achieved a smooth

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Drug suspect nabbed in Tawi-Tawi; P6.8-M shabu seized

COTABATO CITY – Authorities arrested an alleged big time drug peddler in the island-province of Tawi-Tawi and seized one kilogram of suspected shabu worth an estimated P6.8 million on Monday, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) said. Edgar Jubay, PDEA-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao regional director, said the suspect was arrested during a buy-bust

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Lipa City declines Leviste’s 1,000 rice pack donation

LUCENA CITY — The local government of Lipa City in Batangas province has declined a donation of 1,000 packs of rice that was reportedly intended for City Hall employees. In an official statement written in Filipino, the city government said it remains grateful to individuals and organizations seeking to extend assistance to the community. “Along

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