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Super typhoon may enter PAR as 'Inday,' but unlikely to hit land – PAGASA

Super typhoon may enter PAR as 'Inday,' but unlikely to hit land – PAGASA

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PAGASA says the super typhoon could enter Philippines' vicinity by Tuesday night or Wednesday.
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Escudero voted back as VP trial presider amid Cayetanos' objections

Escudero voted back as VP trial presider amid Cayetanos' objections

By Ian Laqui | 9 hours ago
The Senate chose Chiz Escudero to preside after Alan Cayetano repeatedly challenged the rules, stalling the trial openin...
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Chiz settles threshold question: 16 to convict Sara Duterte
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Chiz settles threshold question: 16 to convict Sara Duterte

By Cristina Chi | 6 hours ago
Speaking as presiding chair, Escudero said the Constitution requires concurrence of two-thirds of all Senate members, or 16...
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Marcoleta arrested in P75-M plunder case

Marcoleta arrested in P75-M plunder case

By Ian Laqui | 15 hours ago
(2nd update) Sen. Marcoleta surrendered at Sandiganbayan after arrest warrant issued.
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Sara Duterte trial recap, July 6: Fiery openings, settled questions
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Sara Duterte trial recap, July 6: Fiery openings, settled questions

By Cristina Chi | 5 hours ago
Three key moments and developments from Day 1 of the Sara Duterte impeachment trial at Senate.
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Based on its 2026 State of Online Taxation report, Taxumo said Gen Z filers – those born between 1997 and 2012 – increased by 19.6 percent this year, accounting for 26.7 percent of income filings in 2026.

More GenZ earners filing taxes online

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NBI regional director Jeremy Lotoc

NBI agents first to take witness stand in VP trial

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Representatives Leila de Lima and Arlene Kaka Bag-ao of the House prosecution panel arrive at the Senate session hall yesterday as the senator-judges open the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Prosecution to present impeach witnesses today

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Tensions flare as members of the Philippine National Police block protesters marching toward the Senate building in Pasay on July 6, 2026. The protesters called for the conviction of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Few protesters on Day 1 of impeachment trial

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“The DND recognized the collaborative and patriotic efforts of Filipinos, from fisherfolk to public servants, in upholding and defending the sovereign rights of the country in the West Philippines Sea (WPS) through the rule of law,” the defense department said.

DND marks arbitral ruling’s 10th anniversary

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In a 17-page decision promulgated last April 22, 2026 but published on its website yesterday, the Supreme Court unanimously declared Republic Act 12709 – the VAT Refund for Non-Resident Tourists Act signed into law by President Marcos in December 2024 – as “not unconstitutional.”

SC upholds law on VAT refund for foreign tourists

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Palace press officer Claire Castro said LandBank reduced transfer fees and eliminated convenience fees for certain person-to-government transactions in line with President Marcos’ directive.

Palace hopes more banks waive digital transfer fees

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Amb. Carlos D. Sorreta, Permanent Representative of the Philippines to the United Nations in Geneva and International Labour Organization Director General Gilbert F. Houngbo during a meeting on 2 July 2026 at the ILO Headquarters.

Philippines, ILO reaffirm partnership

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This image shows the Quezon Memorial Circle located in Quezon City.

Spike in COVID-19 cases no cause for alarm – Quezon City

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Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said the expanded benefits would be implemented starting July 15.

PhilHealth expands leptospirosis coverage

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PNP chief Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr.

Nartatez backs Marantan’s term extension

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After requesting a seat transfer due to the suspect’s misbehavior, the victim discovered that bank cards were missing from his bag.

Bank card thief nabbed

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Motorcycle riders stop at a checkpoint along Macapagal Boulevard, Pasay City on July 15, 2024

PNP: Crimes drop by 31% in June

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According to the OWWA, 35 of the repatriated OFWs boarded a Qatar Airways flight while the rest were transported by Philippine Airlines.

50 more OFWs return from Kuwait – OWWA

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A motorist takes a selfie near a coffin displayed along the Benguet-Nueva Vizcaya Road to remind drivers to drive safely.

Benguet roadside coffin delivers warning to motorists

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Receding waters of Angat Dam were seen on June 24, 2026, as its level continues to drop due to lack of rainfall.

Angat Dam water nearing lowest recorded level

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Education Secretary Sonny Angara.

Angara assures students of safe, nurturing schools

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Bong Go visits fire-hit Davao communities

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Lt. Col. Francis Briones, Indanan town police chief, said Gerald Yusah Que and Aldamar Jul Daniel died during treatment at a hospital.

2 dead, 11 hurt in Sulu road accident

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