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DOJ: Priority for persons with disabilities applies to all transactions
MANILA, Philippines – Persons with disabilities (PWDs) are entitled to express lanes or priority for all transactions and not just necessities, the Department of Justice (DOJ) said in a legal opinion....
View ArticleJed Mabilog to run for Iloilo mayor again, 7 years after self-imposed exile
BACOLOD, Philippines – The political landscape of Iloilo City is heating up as former mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog prepares to reenter the fray, ready to challenge Mayor Jerry Treñas or his daughter for...
View ArticleLigo Sardines celebrates 70 years of excellent, reliable quality
Ask any Filipino about any canned sardines brand, and it’d probably be hard to find anyone that hasn’t tasted classic Ligo flavors yet. After all, the brand has remained a staple in Filipino...
View ArticleTaiwan warns of storm surge from powerful Typhoon Krathon, mobilizes troops
KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan – Taiwan mobilized nearly 40,000 troops on Tuesday, October 1, to bolster rescue efforts as the powerful Typhoon Krathon approaching its populous southwest coast is expected to bring...
View ArticleFrancis Tolentino seeks second term as senator
MANILA, Philippines – Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino formalized his bid for a second term in the Senate by filing his certificate of candidacy (COC) on Tuesday, October 1. He was the first...
View ArticleEpic Games accuses Samsung, Google of scheme to block app rivals
Fortnite video game maker Epic Games on Monday, September 30, accused Alphabet’s Google and Samsung, the world’s largest Android phone manufacturer, of conspiring to protect Google’s Play store from...
View ArticleSuper Typhoon Julian exits PAR but may reenter
MANILA, Philippines – Super Typhoon Julian (Krathon) exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility at 9 am on Tuesday, October 1, but it may reenter PAR on Wednesday, October 2. As of 10 am, Julian was...
View ArticleCalifornia enacts car data privacy law to curb domestic violence
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that requires automakers selling internet-connected cars to do more to protect domestic abuse survivors, a move that may expand such safeguards...
View ArticleLIVE UPDATES: Filing of certificates of candidacy for 2025 Philippine elections
The Philippines will elect 12 new senators and 63 party-list representatives for the 2025 midterm elections, on top of over 18,000 local officials, from governor down to town or city councilor. Many...
View ArticleCancelled flights, late exit clearances delay OFWs’ repatriation from Lebanon
MANILA, Philippines – Cancelled flights due to explosions in Lebanon, as well as the late issuances of exit clearances, have delayed the repatriation process of Filipinos from the war-torn country,...
View ArticleWalz, Vance clash at policy-heavy vice presidential debate
NEW YORK, USA – Democrat Tim Walz and Republican JD Vance clashed over the Middle East crisis, immigration, taxes, abortion, climate change, and the economy on Tuesday, October 1, at a vice...
View ArticleTito Sotto runs again for Senate
MANILA, Philippines – Former Senate president Vicente “Tito” Sotto III filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) on Wednesday, October 2, seeking a comeback in the Senate which he had already served...
View ArticlePing Lacson vows to continue as ‘vanguard of national budget’ in Senate...
MANILA, Philippines – Former senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Wednesday, October 2, filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) to seek a fresh term in the Senate in the 2025 midterm elections. Lacson...
View ArticleTaiwan shuts down ahead of Typhoon Krathon’s arrival, torrential rain forecast
KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan – Taiwan shut down on Wednesday, October 2, with hundreds of flights grounded and offices, schools, and financial markets closed ahead of the arrival of a weakening Typhoon Krathon,...
View ArticleAXEAN Festival 2024: Bringing Southeast Asia closer through music
What happens when you mix a music festival and a conference with industry professionals from across the globe? You get a music showcase: a space designed for artists and the business side of the music...
View ArticleUK sanctions cyber crime gang it says Russia charged with attacking NATO
LONDON, United Kingdom – Britain said on Tuesday, October 1, it had sanctioned 16 members of the Russian cyber crime gang Evil Corp, a group it said had been tasked by Russia to conduct operations...
View ArticleCarlos Yulo excited over Japan return after golden Olympic romp
MANILA, Philippines – Olympic champion Carlos Yulo knows there are many reasons to return to Japan — from relishing some ramen again to thanking all those who played a key part in his gymnastics...
View ArticleIn The Public Square: Do you know what the voters want?
MANILA, Philippines – With the filing of certificates of candidacy underway, the election season is truly upon us. We know who most of the main candidates for national office will be. We might know...
View ArticleGrab the girlies: ‘Girl World: A Solana Market Pop-Up’ is happening at...
If you’re on the hunt for fabulous fashion finds, trendy clothing, accessories, and unique handmade items, then mark October 4th and 5th on your calendar and check out “Girl World,” a special edition...
View ArticleTyphoon Julian reenters PAR, set to make landfall in Taiwan
MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Julian (Krathon) reentered the Philippine Area of Responsibility at 8 am on Thursday, October 3, two days after it first left PAR. As of 10 am on Thursday, Julian was...
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