SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — The provincial government of Dinagat Islands broke ground on Friday, Oct. 16, for two major infrastructure projects worth a combined P164 million aimed at boosting the local food security and ecotourism. Gov. Nilo P. Demerey Jr. presided over the ceremonies in Barangay Llamera in Libjo town, marking the formal

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – A 56-year-old motorcycle rider from Marikina City died on Friday evening, October 16, after his maxi-scooter rammed a parked truck along the national highway in Mahayag, Zamboanga del Sur. In a report released Saturday, Police Capt. Derf Jay Maquinta, spokesperson for the Zamboanga del Sur Police Provincial Office (ZSPPO),

MARAMAG, Bukidnon — More than 65 percent of some 1,500 hectares of sugarcane fields infested by the red-striped soft scale insect (RSSI) in Bukidnon have been treated, as authorities race to save crops before the 2026–2027 sugar milling season opens in November. The Bukidnon Provincial Task Force, led by Gov. Rogelio Neil Roque and Quezon

CALASIAO, Pangasinan — The provincial government of La Union will build a 96-meter bridge in Barangay Bungol in Balaoan to replace a hanging bridge destroyed by Typhoon Emong (international name: Co-May)  in July 2025. The new bridge, which will cross the Nagsipol River, will cost nearly P12 million, funded by the provincial government. Construction is

MANILA, Philippines – Senator Mark Villar is pushing for a measure that seeks to grant tax credits to establishments granting mandatory discounts to senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs), promoting a fairer tax system while ensuring the continued delivery of benefits to these sectors. Under Senate Bill No. 2494, or the proposed “Tax Credit

SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur— The provincial government of Ilocos Norte distributed rainwater catchment drums to 37 selected schools as part of efforts to conserve water and prepare for the possible effects of a strong El Niño. In an a statement Saturday, Gov. Cecilia Araneta-Marcos said she led the distribution of the catchment drums at the

An early work of renowned Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, known for The Scream, has been found at a north Kent house.

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Education (DepEd) is expanding its learner-led peer facilitation network through the My Buddy System alongside structured counseling and teacher check-ins to build safer, more supportive school environments, as part of its mental health and psychosocial support framework. Launched during the observance of National School Safety Week, the My Buddy

A decade-long veteran of Qantas, Simon Hickey has faced plenty of challenges overseeing the birth of the nation’s first major airport in half a century.

The Sydney mother of four said her eldest child had warned her: “He’s trying to kill us, Mum.”

About 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage, yet the emotional impact on men is often missed.

For far too long, Sydneysiders have only ventured west for huge concerts and footy games. Parramatta Lanes is trying to change the game.

A group of plasterers have offered a rare insight into life at the bottom of the state’s construction industry supply chain.

The quest for bright smiles has made teeth whitening big business. How does it work? We ask the experts.

The political parties have submitted their bids in the great Australian migration auction. Low, lower, lowest!

Meredith’s 30-year career had nothing to do with music. So naturally, she opened a jazz club.

A Sydney hospital has been urgently contacting patients after discovering their referrals for surgery among 3400 emails in a forgotten inbox.

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MANILA, Philippines – House Speaker Faustino G. Dy III on Friday joined President FerdinandR. Marcos Jr. in celebrating the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) 125th founding anniversary, as the president reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening the agency’s capabilities amid growing maritime challenges. Dy attended the anniversary celebration at the Eva Macapagal Super Terminal in Manila’s

A young amateur footballer says his mum, who died of sepsis, would have been “proud” that more than £1,600 was raised in her honour.

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The Manchester Evening News looks back on the cases before our region's court this week

People looking to adopt a furry friend can fill in an application form on the RSPCA's website

MANILA, Philippines—Vice President Sara Duterte on Saturday denied that she owns a Jollibee franchise amid her links to food company GenCorp Industries Inc., stressing that her investment in the company does not equate to ownership. “I do not own a Jollibee franchise or any other franchise. I previously invested in a company that is part

MANILA, Philippines — Marikina 2nd District Rep. Miro S. Quimbo on Saturday called for the immediate passage of a measure, which seeks to strengthen water management through a stronger national framework, amid the looming threat of a Super El Niño. He said that the passage of the National Water Resources Management Act, or House Bill

Despite being new to the M&S website, the glamorous dress is already selling fast

MANILA, Philippines – House prosecution panel member and Manila Rep. Joel Chua on Saturday drew a comparison between the impeachment conviction of Chief Justice Renato Corona over undisclosed assets and the unexplained wealth allegations against Vice President Sara Z. Duterte, which a prosecution expert said could allegedly reach P1.5 billion. Chua pointed out that Corona

Amy Dowden is refusing to let negative comments get to her

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We visited Kent’s “most overrated” town to find out if the critics are actually right.