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FEU SURVIVES ATENEO

Amet Bituin delivered when it mattered most as top-ranked Far Eastern University survived a thrilling five-set escape against fourth-seeded Ateneo de Manila University, 25-23, 20-25, 16-25, 25-17, 15-12, to book its place in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Finals on Wednesday at the SMART Araneta Coliseum. After the Blue Eagles erased a 3-8 […]

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NU SWEEPS UST, RETURNS TO FINALS

National University’s “six-peat” dream remains alive after the second-seeded Bulldogs overpowered third-ranked University of Santo Tomas, 25-21, 30-28, 25-19, to book their spot in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Finals on Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. The Bulldogs will face top-ranked Far Eastern University in a best-of-three Finals showdown, rekindling a familiar […]

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TIGRESSES ADVANCE IN STEPLADDER

University of Santo Tomas proved that past results do not matter in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Women’s Volleyball stepladder. The Golden Tigresses dominated elimination round tormentors Adamson University Lady Falcons, 25-16, 25-18, 25-19, to advance to the next phase of the stepladder on Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. It was a reversal of […]

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LACSON LEADS WALK FOR AUTISM IN NEGROS OCCIDENTAL

Negros Occidental Governor Bong Lacson, together with the Autism Society of the Philippines – Bacolod Chapter, led the “Angels Walk for Autism” at SM City Bacolod, bringing together families, advocates, and community partners in a shared call for inclusion. The event aims to raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder, while strengthening support for individuals on […]

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ROMULO FILES EDUCATION COORDINATING COUNCIL BILL 

A pivotal measure seeking to resolve the fragmented governance of the Philippine education system has been filed in the House of Representatives, directly responding to the critical findings of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II). House Bill No. 9006, officially titled the “National Coordinating Council for Education (NCCE) Act,” was introduced by Second […]

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DA BOOSTS EL NIÑO PREPS TO SUPPORT FARMS

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is implementing a coordinated, data-informed preparedness plan to help the agriculture sector manage potential dry conditions associated with a possible El Niño later in 2026.  The plan builds on lessons from the 2024 dry spell and focuses on readiness, coordination, and timely interventions. At the center of the preparations are […]

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BOC TURNS OVER 19 DISCAYA LUXURY VEHICLES TO BIR

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) turned over to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) the custody of the 19 motor vehicles, including two (2) utility task vehicles (UTVs), linked to the Discaya family, following the completion of Customs enforcement actions and in accordance with established procedures. The 19 units form part of a total of […]

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ERC PUSHES FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY INTEGRATION

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), led by Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan, together with Commissioners Floresinda Baldo-Digal, Marko Romeo Fuentes, Amante Liberato, and Paris Real, discussed measures to accelerate renewable energy (RE) integration and ensure least-cost power supply during its 29th Open Commission Meeting (OCM 29-2026).  The session was conducted in a hybrid […]

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MARK VILLAR: AFASA EFFECTIVE VS ONLINE SCAMMERS

Senator Mark Villar highlighted the growing impact of the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA), citing recent arrests and convictions as clear proof that the law is effectively being enforced to combat online financial crimes and protect Filipino consumers. “As the Principal Sponsor and Author of the AFASA Law, I am encouraged that we are now […]

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PNP FORENSIC LAB IN TAGUIG NEARS COMPLETION

A world-class forensic laboratory meant to help solve crimes faster and deter criminals is nearing completion in the City of Taguig, just two years after it broke ground. Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano brought Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon to the site of the Philippine National Police (PNP)’s first-of-its-kind forensic laboratory in Camp Bagong […]