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Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:54:00 +0800Cavite mayor suspended without pay over alleged casino gambling
The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the preventive suspension without pay of Rosario, Cavite Mayor Jose Voltaire Ricafrente over allegations that he engaged in gambling at a casino.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 11:10:00 +0800ASEAN Summit: Metro Manila road closures, alternate routes, traffic advisories
(Updated) What commuters and travelers need to know for ASEAN Summit
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0800Special holidays declared in 4 areas
President Marcos has declared Nov. 28 a special non-working day in the lone legislative district of Batanes to allow voters to participate in a special election.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0800El Niño-threatened fisherfolk in Romblon receive aid
The Department of Social Welfare and Development, in coordination with the office of Sen. Erwin Tulfo, has prioritized fisherfolk vulnerable to El Niño during the distribution of financial assistance in Ferrol and Santa Fe towns in this ...
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0800Lifting of commercial fishing ban in municipal waters pushed
Certain fishers and consumer groups are urging the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) to allow commercial fishing in municipal waters.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +08006 convenience store robbers arrested in Laguna
Six men who allegedly robbed a convenience store in Nueva Ecija on Tuesday night were arrested at past midnight yesterday following a police pursuit operation that ended in Alaminos, Laguna.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0800Pampanga language school shut down for ‘illegal recruitment’
The Department of Migrant Workers has shut down a language academy and visa assistance provider in Angeles, Pampanga over alleged unauthorized recruitment of Filipinos for overseas employment.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0800Anomaly at Batangas police station probed
The National Police Commission (Napolcom) is investigating reports that a detainee facing seven counts of rape was allegedly allowed to leave his cell in this town’s police station to work as a mechanic.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0800Davao university probes bullying
Officials of the Ateneo de Davao University are investigating an alleged bullying incident involving junior high school students.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0800PCSO recognized in World Lottery Summit in Sydney
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office has earned international recognition from global lottery leaders for balancing responsible gaming while generating revenue for public healthcare.