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This photo shows the facade of the Commission on Elections in Intramuros, Manila.

Comelec tightens rules on substitutions

By Cristina Chi

The Comelec will set a shorter window for the withdrawal and substitution of candidates in the 2025 elections, spotlighting the apparent abuse of the practice in recent years by parties that intentionally field placeholder candidates to make strategic last-minute substitutions.

One hundred sixty-five workers from Zun Yuan Techonology Inc. have been deported to Pudong DistrictÂ in Shanghai, China on May 14, 2024.

Philippines deports 165 Chinese nationals from Bamban POGO hub

Duty Free Philippines Fiestamall in ParaÃ±aque City.

Duty Free Philippines set to hold ‘biggest’ sale event for 37th anniversary

By Rosette Adel

ASEAN school network offers Master's degree scholarships for PWDs

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LGUs ordered to step up in water conservation

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Mutya ng Pilipinas finalist crowned Miss USA 2023

Mutya ng Pilipinas finalist crowned Miss USA 2023

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Former Mutya ng Pilipinas candidate Savannah Gankiewicz has been crowned as the new Miss USA 2023 after Noelia Voigt relinquished...

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‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ creates new clamor for Binondo restaurant

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‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ creates new clamor for Binondo restaurant

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“Mas masaya na kami ngayon.”

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Civilian convoy sails towards Scarborough Shoal in West Philippine Sea

Civilian convoy sails towards Scarborough Shoal in West Philippine Sea

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Civilians on board Philippine fishing boats sailed Wednesday towards a China-controlled reef off the Southeast Asian country...

Trillanes files cyber libel, libel raps vs Roque, SMNI hosts, pro-Duterte vloggers

Trillanes files cyber libel, libel raps vs Roque, SMNI hosts, pro-Duterte vloggers

By Ian Laqui | 1 day ago

Former Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV filed libel and cyber libel charges against former presidential spokesman Harry...

Review: Recreate SnoRene’s ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ date at this Binondo restaurant

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Review: Recreate SnoRene’s ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ date at this Binondo restaurant

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Looking for a date idea that could be memorable but affordable?

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NU head coach Dante Alinsunurin

NU’s Alinsunurin singles out 6th UAAP crown as ‘most memorable’

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5 foreigners arrested over alleged abortion activities

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Meryl Streep receives the Honorary Palme d'Or during the Opening Ceremony at the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival

Mad Max, Meryl, and #MeToo in strong day for women at Cannes

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Meryl Streep receives the Honorary Palme d'Or during the Opening Ceremony at the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival

‘Dambuhala’: ‘Giant aircon’ unit in BGC bus stop turns heads

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COPA 'All For One' swim fest sa RSMC

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DLSU's Angel Canino raring to form partnership with Jia De Guzman in AVC stint

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Bulldogs close out Golden Spikers to complete 4-peat

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Cannes 2024: Who are the jury members presided by Greta Gerwig?

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An aerial view shows the eastern edge of Glacier National Park from St. Mary, Montana, on October 20, 2023. In picturesque Glacier National Park, near the US-Canada border in Montana, biologist Dawn LaFleur is working to save an at-risk pine species.

Identity crisis: Climate destroying wonders that gave US parks their names

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An aerial view shows the eastern edge of Glacier National Park from St. Mary, Montana, on October 20, 2023. In picturesque Glacier National Park, near the US-Canada border in Montana, biologist Dawn LaFleur is working to save an at-risk pine species.

R’Bonney Gabriel teaches ‘Family Feud PH’ competitor ‘ipis-inspired’ parasela

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With a bold vision to gather up to 8,000 spirited individuals, this electrifying nocturnal event aims to ignite change and transform lives.

Electric Night Run for Hope set this weekend

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With a bold vision to gather up to 8,000 spirited individuals, this electrifying nocturnal event aims to ignite change and transform lives.

China has ‘goodwill arrangements’ on fishing arrangements in South China Sea, foreign ministry

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With a bold vision to gather up to 8,000 spirited individuals, this electrifying nocturnal event aims to ignite change and transform lives.

Philippines says to ensure safety of civilian mission in South China Sea

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Remittances up by 2.6% in March — BSP

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‘Gamu-gamo invasion night’: Swarms of winged termites disturb Filipinos

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UST's Josh Ybanez, NU's Bella Belen

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Maurysse Abalos and Ryuji Suzuki (from left, third and fourth, respectively) share the podium in the 8-10 age category with (from left) Teresa Tambuting, Casedy Cuenca, Kevin Tecson and Jose Luis Espinosa.

Suzuki, Abalos triumph in JPGT Luzon Series I golf tilt

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From medal hauls to record breaking performances, there was no shortage of great moments for Team Philippines in Tokyo 2020

House panel considering monthly pension for retired Olympians

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‘Tomadora, mukbanger in real life?’: Maris Racal, Anthony Jennings react to their SnoRene characters

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‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ stars SnoRene share favorite Binondo food, shooting experience

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Tit for tat

by: Ana Marie Pamintuan

Sen. Ronald dela Rosa, the first national police chief under Rodrigo...

‘Dr. Stranger’

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More than 50 percent of consumer products in all Filipino homes...

Andrew J. Masigan

The Spanish golden visa

by: Andrew J. Masigan

During the meeting of the Council of Ministers last month, the...

Bamban mayor’s amazing election /Bidder protests Comelec ‘partiality’

by: Jarius Bondoc

Senators suspect Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo of Chinese n...

Marichu A. Villanueva

A year from now, it’s election time again

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In the observance of World Press Freedom Day, Ambassador Laure...

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To progress, one must move forward....

Red Bull 3x3 cagefest wraps up Manila stop

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The Philippines now has their representative to the Red Bull Half...

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US President Joe Biden drew flak from all sides for suspending...

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For many of us, the dark memory of the COVID-19 pandemic still...

Independence: From mourning to hope

This year, as Israel marks 76 years of independence, what would...

Sailing against the current: Building startups in the Philippine seas

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In the rich and vibrant tapestry of Southeast Asia, where the...

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Floorball takes center stage as Philippines hosts men's Asia-Oceania qualifiers

The fast-paced and fast-growing sport of floorball will be in full display when the Philippines hosts the Men’s Floorball Championships Asia-Oceania Qualifiers from May 21-25 at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City.

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Shopwise bike fest enjoys full Imus backing

Shopwise bike fest enjoys full Imus backing

The Shopwise Bike Fest will kick off on Sunday, May 19, at the Vermosa Sports Hub in Imus City, Cavite with full support from the host city and venue, promising a seamless experience dedicated to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.

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Billiards, floorball tackled in Forum

Billiards and floorball headline today’s Philippine Sportswriters Association Forum at the conference hall of the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex.

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Philippines realtors set national convention

The National Real Estate Association Inc. and the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development will convene the country’s top real estate advocates and stakeholders for a two-day national convention on May 16 and 17 at the Ayala Hall of the Makati Sports Club in Salcedo Village, Makati City.

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Green Archers, Fighting Maroons chalk up PinoyLiga wins

Defending UAAP champion De La Salle University and University of the Philippines pulled off contrasting wins as the Green Archers and the Fighting Maroons remain unbeaten in their respective PinoyLiga Collegiate Cup brackets.

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