Tesda chief denies P5-M ‘allocation fund’ offer to Lacson

Inquirer.net - Oct 24, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Tesda) Secretary and Director General Jose Francisco Benitez on Saturday said he did not authorize anyone to make a P5-million allocation fund offer to Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson. “As TESDA Secretary, I did not authorize anyone to offer any allocation or one amounting to P5 million

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Taxi drivers warned vs overcharging, other violations amid Undas rush

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MANILA, Philippines—The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on Saturday warned taxi operators and drivers against overcharging, refusing passengers and other violations as millions of travelers are expected in transport terminals for the Undas break. Acting LTFRB Chairperson Atty. Greg Pua Jr. said the agency is issuing an early warning to remind taxi operators

Manila Water Foundation boosts water access in Mandaluyong campus to mark Global Handwashing Day

Oct 24, 2026

Manila Water Foundation boosts water access in Mandaluyong campus to mark Global Handwashing Day

MANILA, Philippines – Manila Water Foundation, the social development arm of Manila Water Company, inaugurated a Water Asset Installation and Rehabilitation project on October 15, Global Handwashing Day in Mandaluyong City. The WASH project was made possible with support from the Manila Water Makati-Mandaluyong Service Area, significantly improving water pressure and water availability for more

Canarem Lake: A sanctuary for thousands of birds

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Canarem Lake: A sanctuary for thousands of birds

MANILA, Philippines — Thousands of birds have found a feeding and resting ground at Canarem Lake Bird Sanctuary in Victoria, Tarlac, where a recent bird-watching activity recorded 3,907 birds, highlighting the wetland’s importance as a refuge for migratory and resident species. Among the birds observed was the vulnerable Philippine duck (Anas luzonica), with 269 individuals

Probe into deadly PAF plane crash to cover several flight aspects – DND

Oct 24, 2026

Probe into deadly PAF plane crash to cover several flight aspects – DND

MANILA, Philippines — The investigation into the Philippine Air Force (PAF) aircraft crash that killed four pilots in Batangas will examine flight planning, pilot training, maintenance and command leadership, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said on Saturday. Teodoro said investigators would look into all aspects of the incident, stressing that established accident investigation procedures must

Over 41,000 affected by Super Typhoon Rosal in N. Luzon, Bicol – DSWD

Oct 24, 2026

Over 41,000 affected by Super Typhoon Rosal in N. Luzon, Bicol – DSWD

ILOILO CITY — Some 41,868 people from 13,441 families have been affected by Super Typhoon Rosal in Northern Luzon and the Bicol region, according to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). In its progress report as of 6 a.m. on Saturday, the DSWD said the affected population was spread across 91 barangays in

Harapan names 21 Malacca candidates, leaves 7 seats open amid Bersatu pact uncertainty

Oct 24, 2026

Harapan names 21 Malacca candidates, leaves 7 seats open amid Bersatu pact uncertainty

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Senate minority urges gov’t to pursue dialogue with Bato dela Rosa

Oct 24, 2026

Senate minority urges gov’t to pursue dialogue with Bato dela Rosa

MANILA, Philippines—Members of the Senate minority on Saturday urged authorities to hold a dialogue with Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, following the announcement of a P50-million bounty for his capture. In a statement, the minority bloc senators said they stand with Dela Rosa in “defending his right to due process” and support his call to

BN-PN pact: Zahid sees path to Putrajaya, Wee fumes as ‘old friends forgotten’

Oct 24, 2026

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MCA upset that five seats it previously contested were handed to PN.

Rare wildlife finds a haven in Bicol Natural Park

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MANILA, Philippines — A critically endangered kingfisher and several threatened and endemic wildlife species were recorded in Bicol Natural Park during biodiversity monitoring conducted in the second semester of 2026, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Bicol. The monitoring, conducted through the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office in Camarines

Rauf, Akmal stay in their safe seats, MCA irked, risky seats left to PN

Oct 24, 2026

Rauf, Akmal stay in their safe seats, MCA irked, risky seats left to PN

BN sticks to previously won seats, leaving PN to fight Harapan.

Lightning reportedly strikes, kills student in Biliran

Oct 24, 2026

Lightning reportedly strikes, kills student in Biliran

TACLOBAN CITY — A 15-year-old student died after he was reportedly struck by lightning while hiking with companions at Mt. Sayao in Barangay Villa Consuelo, Naval, Biliran, on Friday afternoon. The victim, identified only as “Jimy” in the police report, was declared dead at around 9 p.m. by Municipal Health Officer Ralph D. Bueno. According

Carlos Yulo misses out on World Championship floor exercise medal

Oct 24, 2026

Carlos Yulo misses out on World Championship floor exercise medal

Carlos Yulo finishes eight and last in the floor exercise final of the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, ending his bid to recapture the title he first won in 2019

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