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Iran's secret service accused of plots to kill Jews in Europe
Published: September 8, 2024 00:44
A Paris court in May detained and charged a couple on accusations that they were involved in Iranian plots to kill Jews in Germany and France, police sources told AFP. Authorities charged Abdelkrim S., 34, and his partner Sabrina B., 33, on May 4 with…
Kosovo reopens two Serbia border crossings after protests
https://globalnation.inquirer.net/248303/kosovo-reopens-two-serbia-border-crossings-after-protests
Published: September 8, 2024 00:37
PRISTINA — Kosovo on Saturday reopened two of its four border crossings with Serbia after protests on the Serbian side blocking cross-border traffic ended, the interior minister said. The Kosovar government shut the border at Brnjak and the larger crossing…
In Papua New Guinea, Pope Francis holds mass 'at the edge of the world'
Published: September 8, 2024 00:30
PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea — Pope Francis held an open-air mass for tens of thousands of Papua New Guinea’s faithful on Sunday, imploring this nation “at the edge of the world” to draw closer to the Catholic faith. The 87-year-old pontiff led an…
Multiple people shot along highway in US state of Kentucky
https://globalnation.inquirer.net/248298/multiple-people-shot-along-highway-in-us-state-of-kentucky
Published: September 8, 2024 00:22
WASHINGTON — Multiple people have been shot along a highway in the US state of Kentucky, officials said Saturday, as authorities in the southern state hunted for the perpetrator. The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office said Interstate 75 was closed in both…
Public school teachers to get pay hike differentials this month
Published: September 8, 2024 00:21
MANILA, Philippines — Public school teachers will receive their 2024 salary increase differentials in September, Education Secretary Sonny Angara announced on Saturday. The pay increase for the teachers is mandated under the Executive Order 64 issued by…
Brazil's right rallies against 'censorship' amid X suspension
https://globalnation.inquirer.net/248290/brazils-right-rallies-against-censorship-amid-x-suspension
Published: September 8, 2024 00:16
Urged on by beleaguered ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, tens of thousands of demonstrators from Brazil’s political right took to the streets Saturday amid a free speech tussle that has seen social media platform X suspended in the country. Arch-conservative…
Cebu City: Drunk man stabs cop, lands in hospital
https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/594115/cebu-city-drunk-man-stabs-cop-lands-in-hospital
Published: September 7, 2024 23:23
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A 50-year-old man landed in the hospital after he allegedly caused trouble in their neighborhood in Brgy. San Nicolas Proper in Cebu City Friday night. The suspect, who was identified as Alfredo Merenillo, allegedly tried to break…
Dengue surge spurs blood supply monitoring in hospitals
https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/594128/dengue-surge-spurs-blood-supply-monitoring-in-hospitals
Published: September 7, 2024 22:49
ILOILO CITY — The rapid rise in dengue cases across Western Visayas has sparked renewed efforts by the Department of Health (DOH) in the region to ensure that hospitals are well-equipped to handle the surge in patients, particularly in maintaining an…
DTI suspends trading for five vape brands
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1981027/dti-suspends-trading-for-five-vape-brands
Published: September 7, 2024 21:46
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Saturday said it takes five vape brands off shelves pending the investigation of alleged violations of the law. The DTI identified the brands Shft, Dr. Freeze, Areogin, Don Bars and…
Comelec, Miru, NPO ink deal on ballots
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1981022/comelec-miru-npo-ink-deal-on-ballots
Published: September 7, 2024 21:42
MANILA, Philippines — The country’s new automated election service provider, Miru Systems Co. Ltd, has signed a memorandum of agreement with the Commission on Elections (Comelec) and the National Printing Office (NPO) for the 73 million ballots to be used…
Enteng toll hits 20; 26 remain missing
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1981015/enteng-toll-hits-20-26-remain-missing
Published: September 7, 2024 21:40
MANILA, Philippines — The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) continued to tally deaths caused by Tropical Storm Enteng (international name: Yagi) last week as it developed into a supertyphoon and began to ravage Vietnam. The…
Stories of flight mark Inquirer Read-Along with PAL
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1981028/stories-of-flight-mark-inquirer-read-along-with-pal
Published: September 7, 2024 21:38
MANILA, Philippines — The Inquirer Read-Along program reached new heights, as it were, as it found a partner in Philippine Airlines (PAL) for its latest storytelling session for children. A session held at the Philippine Airlines Museum in Pasay City on…
Lacson, gov who led Negros Occ out of famine years, dies at 77
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1981006/lacson-gov-who-led-negros-occ-out-of-famine-years-dies-at-77
Published: September 7, 2024 21:36
BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — Former Negros Occidental provincial governor, businessman and civic leader Daniel Lacson Jr., died on Friday night at the age of 77. As local government executive, Lacson was largely credited with leading the…
Abalos: Judge me not; it’s just one photo
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1981018/abalos-judge-me-not-its-just-one-photo
Published: September 7, 2024 21:34
MANILA, Philippines — Don’t judge him by that one photo—one that just happened to be the most viral and latest cause of public indignation in the country this week. Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos Jr. made this appeal on Saturday as he continued to parry…
UP, martial law victims resolve delay in museum construction
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1981017/up-martial-law-victims-resolve-delay-in-museum-construction
Published: September 7, 2024 21:32
MANILA, Philippines — The Human Rights Violations Victims’ Memorial Commission (HRVVMC) and the University of the Philippines (UP) on Friday announced that they would formally sign on Sept. 27 the deed of transfer that would kickstart the long-delayed…
League original San Beda upbeat on title defense as Centennial NCAA kicks off
Published: September 7, 2024 21:30
As the NCAA celebrated its 100th season, the only team in the field that has been present right from the start made its intentions clear. San Beda’s Red Lions are out to take on all comers eager to take its title away. The league original opened its title…
Senate prez: Pogo probe must unmask Chinese bosses
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1981004/senate-prez-pogo-probe-must-unmask-chinese-bosses
Published: September 7, 2024 21:30
MANILA, Philippines — The investigations by Congress and various law enforcement agencies must unmask the Chinese bosses who bankrolled the Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos) and pocketed the proceeds from their alleged criminal activities,…
TNT, Converge clash anew
https://sports.inquirer.net/583912/tnt-converge-clash-anew
Published: September 7, 2024 21:25
TNT and NorthPort have been battling injuries in the PBA Governors’ Cup and have gotten contrasting results through their respective campaigns. The two banged-up squads will have a chance at capturing a key victory that will have different implications as…
A tale of two coaches: Monteverde looks for old hunger, Chambers eyes growth
Published: September 7, 2024 21:15
A coach ready to get back on top. Another just starting out. They will be two of the interesting personalities calling the shots in the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball tournament. As expected, the goals of Sean Chambers and Goldwin Monteverde will be…
BIR officer’s graft conviction reversed
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1981008/bir-officers-graft-conviction-reversed
Published: September 7, 2024 21:10
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan has reversed its earlier verdict on a Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) officer who was accused of demanding a P60,000 bribe from a resort owner. The court’s the Special First Division said that the antigraft court…
Accidental heroine Otom is new face of PH para swimming
https://sports.inquirer.net/583910/accidental-heroine-otom-is-new-face-of-ph-para-swimming
Published: September 7, 2024 21:10
PARIS—A lost Persons With Disabilities (PWD) card turned out to be fortuitous for Angel Mae Otom, who may end up becoming the face of Philippine para swimming. Missing a second and last chance at a medal, again on the last stretch to the finish, Otom will…
PH wartime heroes get honors from US
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1980984/ph-wartime-heroes-get-honors-from-us
Published: September 7, 2024 21:06
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The first bomb unleashed over the John Hay Air Station by Japanese fighter planes on Dec. 8, 1941, was heard 3 kilometers away from Teachers’ Camp, where cadets of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) were attending classes at…
Stop plundering the environment
https://opinion.inquirer.net/176656/stop-plundering-the-environment
Published: September 7, 2024 21:03
Typhoon “Enteng” brought massive flooding, again, over a month after Supertyphoon “Carina” hit the country. If clogged drainage systems were pointed as the main culprit for the Carina floods, this time, attention was focused on rapid urbanization as the…
Leadership transitions and Asean’s future
https://opinion.inquirer.net/176654/leadership-transitions-and-aseans-future
Published: September 7, 2024 21:02
As 2024 unfolds, leadership changes are sweeping across the globe, with approximately more than two billion voters in 50 countries expected to cast their ballots this year. These transitions hold the potential to reshape political landscapes and bring new…
Open our hearts, Lord
https://opinion.inquirer.net/176655/open-our-hearts-lord
Published: September 7, 2024 21:01
Someone said that we, senior citizens, belong to the “Ha?!” generation. Why? Because whenever somebody says something to us, most likely, our immediate response is “Ha?!” And that’s because we are hard of hearing. —————– In today’s Gospel (Mark 7:31-37),…
Gokongwei scholars get to dream bigger
https://business.inquirer.net/479031/gokongwei-scholars-get-to-dream-bigger
Published: September 7, 2024 18:15
Jhan Albert Avila’s story is the stuff told in many tearjerker films and television soap operas. The second of nine children, his basic education was spotty, away from school almost as often as he needed to work odd jobs to augment the family income. He…
A foodie’s lens: Pope Francis’ visit to Indonesia
https://business.inquirer.net/479025/a-foodies-lens-pope-francis-visit-to-indonesia
Published: September 7, 2024 18:10
I finally got a taste of authentic Indonesian cuisine in Indonesia! Pope Francis Tour of Asia I flew to Jakarta for the Apostolic visit of His Holiness Pope Francis from Sept. 3 to Sept. 6. Pope Francis arrived around the same time as I did, before noon in…
UAAP: UP one-and-done recruit Millora-Brown solid in debut
https://sports.inquirer.net/583989/uaap-up-one-and-done-recruit-millora-brown-solid-in-debut
Published: September 7, 2024 16:35
MANILA, Philippines — University of the Philippines center Quentin Millora-Brown stood tall in his UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball debut Saturday night. Millora-Brown was an early revelation for the Fighting Maroons in their rousing 77-61 win over rival…
NCAA: Tony Ynot shows what he's capable of for Benilde
https://sports.inquirer.net/583948/ncaa-tony-ynot-shows-what-hes-capable-of-for-benilde
Published: September 7, 2024 16:18
MANILA, Philippines—Playing behind the likes of James Kwekuteye and Jacob Cortez, Tony Ynot didn’t really get enough opportunity to show what he’s truly capable of during his time at San Beda. It took just the first game of NCAA Season 100 for Ynot to have…
Disney’s ‘power panel’ takes stock of bond ‘forged over a century of storytelling’
Published: September 7, 2024 16:15
ANAHEIM, California—It was truly a “celebration of all things Disney.” But more than the glitz, glamour and geeky gadgetry that the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event had in store for its avid followers last month were instructive and revelatory panel…
After label switch, Angeline Quinto eyes recording songs for Korean market
Published: September 7, 2024 16:10
As a fan of Korean pop culture, Angeline Quinto couldn’t be more thrilled, after being tapped to record the English version of “Take It All”—the theme song of the BTS-inspired drama series “Begins ≠ Youth.” “I’m an avid fan of K-dramas. And the series I…
UAAP: Jared Bahay shows readiness in Ateneo debut amid boos
https://sports.inquirer.net/583977/uaap-jared-bahay-shows-readiness-in-ateneo-debut-amid-boos
Published: September 7, 2024 15:55
MANILA, Philippines — Jared Bahay made sure to come prepared heading into his much-awaited UAAP Season 87 debut playing against the school he initially intended to join. That’s why Bahay didn’t seem to be bothered by the jeers and boos from the University…
Authorities nab teacher selling meth in Zamboanga Sibugay
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1980987/authorities-nab-teacher-selling-meth-in-zamboanga-sibugay
Published: September 7, 2024 15:43
PAGADIAN CITY, ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR, Philippines — A joint anti-illegal drugs operation by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and Philippine National Police busted on Friday evening the meth-vending activity of a school teacher in Ipil, Zamboanga…
UAAP: Cagulangan tells UP fans to stop hate toward Jared Bahay
https://sports.inquirer.net/583970/uaap-cagulangan-tells-up-fans-to-stop-hate-toward-jared-bahay
Published: September 7, 2024 15:21
MANILA, Philippines—University of the Philippines star JD Cagulangan urged the UP faithful to stop the hate against Ateneo rookie Jared Bahay. Bahay, who initially committed to play for the Fighting Maroons before joining the Blue Eagles, drew jeers and…
3 drug suspects with a kilo of meth arrested in Maguindanao del Norte
Published: September 7, 2024 15:14
COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines – Three drug peddlers were arrested during a police entrapment operation in Maguindanao del Norte on Friday afternoon. Lt. Colonel Esmael Madin, municipal police chief of Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Norte, identified…
Another suspect in murder of police lieutenant in Maguindanao arrested
Published: September 7, 2024 15:05
COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines – Police authorities announced on Saturday the arrest of one of the suspects in the killing of a police lieutenant in Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur two years ago. Colonel Roel Sermese, Maguindanao del Sur police director,…
NCAA: San Beda coach expects Bismarck Lina to play late in 1st round
Published: September 7, 2024 14:58
MANILA, Philippines—Defending champion San Beda flexed its might in a convincing win over Lyceum despite not being at full strength yet. The Red Lions overwhelmed the Pirates, 79-63, to open NCAA Season 100 without the services of their blue-chip recruit…
UAAP: UP dominates Ateneo in Season 87 opener
https://sports.inquirer.net/583966/uaap-up-dominates-ateneo-in-season-87-opener
Published: September 7, 2024 14:15
MANILA, Philippines–University of the Philippines started the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball tournament with a bang after dominating familiar rival Ateneo, 77-61, Saturday night at Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. JD Cagulangan led UP with a near…
Filipino archaeologist Victor Paz dies at 57
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1980972/filipino-archaeologist-victor-paz-dies-at-57
Published: September 7, 2024 14:05
MANILA, Philippines — Renowned Filipino Archaeologist Victor Joaquin Paz died at the age of 57 on Saturday, the National Museum of the Philippines announced. “The National Museum of the Philippines deeply mourns the passing of renowned Filipino…
US confirms first bird flu case without animal contact
https://globalnation.inquirer.net/248281/us-confirms-first-bird-flu-case-without-animal-contact
Published: September 7, 2024 13:47
WASHINGTON – A person in the state of Missouri has become the first in the United States to test positive for bird flu without a known exposure to infected animals, authorities said on Friday. The adult patient, who has underlying conditions, was admitted…
PH, Indonesia to institutionalize police force cooperation
https://globalnation.inquirer.net/248280/ph-indonesia-to-institutionalize-police-force-cooperation
Published: September 7, 2024 13:39
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Indonesia have agreed to institutionalize police force cooperation and similar initiatives following the arrest of dismissed Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo (Guo Hua Ping) , Interior and Local Government Secretary…
Paralympics 2024: Asusano surprises self with personal best in javelin
Published: September 7, 2024 13:38
PARIS—Cendy Asusano threw the arching spear over a thousand times in training but never got this far. In front of a massive exhilarating crowd at the colossal 80,698-seat Stade de France, the wheelchair-bound Asusano unexpectedly tossed it to a personal…
PBA: Chris Newsome sparks Meralco win over Magnolia
https://sports.inquirer.net/583940/pba-chris-newsome-sparks-meralco-win-over-magnolia
Published: September 7, 2024 13:09
MANILA, Philippines–Meralco held off Magnolia on Saturday night, 82-74, to claim leadership of the PBA Governors’ Cup Group A. The Bolts bucked Allen Durham’s subpar outing and made the most out of the Hotshots’ roster woes for a wire-to-wire victory at…
Alas Pilipinas Men fall to Yuji Nishida-led Osaka
https://sports.inquirer.net/583937/alas-pilipinas-men-fall-to-yuji-nishida-led-osaka
Published: September 7, 2024 13:03
MANILA, Philippines–Alas Pilipinas Men battled hard in a nip-and-tuck duel before losing steam to bow to Osaka Bluteon, 27-29, 23-25, 12-25, Saturday in the Alas Pilipinas Invitationals at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City. Japanese Olympian and Filipino…
NCAA: Bryan Sajonia impresses in San Beda debut
https://sports.inquirer.net/583904/ncaa-bryan-sajonia-impresses-in-san-beda-debut
Published: September 7, 2024 12:55
MANILA, Philippines—San Beda may have found its newest star in the form of rookie Bryan Sajonia. Sajonia, the former Far Eastern University player, made his debut in NCAA Season 100 and he did it in a stellar way leading the Red Lions’ demolition of…
Solon to Quiboloy: Stop using KJC members as human shields
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1980966/solon-to-quiboloy-stop-using-kjc-members-as-human-shields
Published: September 7, 2024 12:38
MANILA, Philippines — Fugitive televangelist Apollo Quiboloy should stop using his Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KJC) members as “human shields” while trying to evade arrest, House of Representatives Assistant Minority Leader and Gabriela Party-list Rep. Arlene…
Sen. Bong Go stresses importance of info drive on PhilHealth benefits
Published: September 7, 2024 12:21
MANILA, Philippines – Senator Christopher “Bong” Go underscores the importance of a more robust public information campaign on PhilHealth benefits and services, amid reports that many Filipinos unaware of the benefits available to them through PhilHealth…
Japanese triathletes dominate 2024 Asian Triathlon Cup in Taiwan
Published: September 7, 2024 12:03
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Japanese triathletes showcased their prowess at the 2024 Asia Triathlon Cup Yilan in Taiwan on Saturday, September 7, delivering a clean sweep in both the men’s and women’s elite divisions, while Filipino contenders had a modest…
TIEZA COO Mark Lapid honored twice at 2024 OFW Party List Impact Awards
Published: September 7, 2024 11:51
PASAY CITY, Philippines – Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) Chief Operating Officer Mark Lapid was one of the distinguished recipients of the 3rd Impact Awards by the OFW Party List and Buhay-OFW Foundation, Inc. Lapid received…
Carmen fire: 20 families displaced, P8.4M worth of properties lost
Published: September 7, 2024 11:29
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A total of 20 families lost their homes while P8.4 million worth of properties were destroyed in a fire that broke out in Sitio Pasil, Brgy. Cogon East in Carmen town in northern Cebu early at dawn on Saturday, September 7. The…
DOJ: Teves to be extradited soon
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1980956/doj-on-teves-extradition
Published: September 7, 2024 11:25
MANILA, Philippines — It will not be too long before expelled Negros Oriental lawmaker Arnolfo Teves Jr. is extradited to the Philippines, Department of Justice Assistant Secretary and Spokesperson Mico Clavano IV said on Saturday. Clavano said Timor-Leste…
Demetrious Johnson announces retirement
https://sports.inquirer.net/583901/demetrious-johnson-announces-retirement
Published: September 7, 2024 11:03
MANILA, Philippines–Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson is going out on top. The legendary ONE Flyweight MMA world champion, considered by many as the greatest MMA fighter of all time, called it a career after an illustrious 18-year professional run that saw…
Alas Pilipinas Women fall to Japan side in first of two meetings
https://sports.inquirer.net/583898/alas-pilipinas-women-fall-to-japan-side-in-first-of-two-meetings
Published: September 7, 2024 10:43
MANILA, Philippines–There were no explosive hits or disorienting combination plays but Saga Hisamitsu Springs simply covered nearly all the gaps to foil the offense of the Philippine national women’s volleyball team en route to a 25-19, 25-16, 25-16…
Wonder Boy Martin scores TKO win in Mexico
https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/594109/wonder-boy-martin-scores-tko-win-in-mexico
Published: September 7, 2024 10:23
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Filipino boxing prospect Carl Jammes “Wonder Boy” Martin made easy work on his Mexican opponent, Anthony Jimenez Salas, during their bout on September 6 (September 7, Manila Time) in Sinaloa, Mexico. Martin dismantled Salas en…
NCAA: San Beda opens title defense with masterful win over Lyceum
https://sports.inquirer.net/583891/ncaa-san-beda-opens-title-defense-with-masterful-win-over-lyceum
Published: September 7, 2024 10:07
MANILA, Philippines—San Beda opened its campaign for back-to-back titles on a high note in the NCAA Season 100 men’s basketball tournament. The Red Lions handed Lyceum a methodical 79-63 beating, showing they’re still a force to reckon with even sans star…
Erwan Heussaff amid rumored split with Anne Curtis: We don't need to prove anything
Published: September 7, 2024 09:57
Erwan Heussaff affirmed that he and wife Anne Curtis “don’t need to prove anything to anyone” amid false reports circulating on social media regarding their marriage. Heussaff took to Instagram on Saturday, Sept. 7, to share photos of him and Curtis…
UAAP: New UST team has Cabanero hopeful of Final Four
https://sports.inquirer.net/583888/uaap-new-ust-team-has-cabanero-hopeful-of-final-four
Published: September 7, 2024 09:52
MANILA, Philippines — Nic Cabañero believes University of Santo Tomas will redeem itself in the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball tournament after placing last the previous year. Playing his fourth season after three cellar-dwelling campaigns, Cabañero…
Pinamungajan road accident kills couple from Toledo City
https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/594085/pinamungajan-road-accident-kills-couple-from-toledo-city
Published: September 7, 2024 09:50
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Jose and Denjie Nadera were traveling on a motorcycle Friday afternoon when they figured in a road accident while along the national highway in Brgy. Tajao in Pinamungajan, Cebu. Pinamungajan police said that the Nadera couple died…
Philippines to battle Tajikistan in 2024 Merdeka Cup
https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/594097/philippines-to-battle-tajikistan-in-2024-merdeka-cup
Published: September 7, 2024 09:24
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Philippine men’s national football team is set to face Tajikistan for the third place honors of the 2024 Merdeka Tournament, scheduled for Sunday, September 8, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Both teams are looking to bounce back…
Authorities working on Wesley Guo's surrender - Abalos
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1980949/abalos-on-wesley-guo
Published: September 7, 2024 09:22
MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. on Saturday said that local authorities are now coordinating and working on the surrender of Wesley Guo—the brother of dismissed Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo (Guo Hua Ping). Wesley’s legal…
House committed to support insurgency-free communities — Romualdez
Published: September 7, 2024 09:15
MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez said on Saturday that the lower chamber is committed to support communities that are cleared of communist insurgency by funding them and implementing development projects. …
Vic Sotto meets newborn grandson Isaiah Timothy
https://entertainment.inquirer.net/575456/vic-sotto-meets-newborn-grandson-isaiah-timothy
Published: September 7, 2024 09:13
Vic Sotto looked elated as he got to bond with his grandchildren including Isaiah Timothy, the newborn son of Oyo Sotto and Kristine Hermosa. Vic’s wife, actress-TV host Pauleen Luna, gave a glimpse of their family moment at their home through her…
Mandaue City to recall 2 garbage trucks assigned to Brgy. Guizo
Published: September 7, 2024 08:50
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu- The Mandaue City government has decided to take back two garbage trucks that were assigned to Brgy. Guizo due to the failure of local officials to ensure efficient collection of garbage. Atty. Jamaal James Calipayan, the Mandaue City…
A wish at Rome's Trevi Fountain could soon cost more than the coin you toss
Published: September 7, 2024 08:47
ROME – Seemingly every tourist in Rome knows the key to returning to the Eternal City is to toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain and make a wish. The result: Hoards of visitors packing the Baroque monument any given day, taking selfies and betting on a…
Eraserheads reunites for UAAP Season 87 opening ceremony
https://lifestyle.inquirer.net/516112/eraserheads-reunites-for-uaap-season-87-opening-ceremony/
Published: September 7, 2024 08:44
The UP alums came together for their first-ever performance inside The Big Dome UAAP Season 87 just officially started and who better to kick it off than iconic rock band Eraserheads? The legendary OPM hitmakers lit up the Smart Araneta Coliseum stage…
Visiting Papua New Guinea, Pope says natural resources must benefit all
Published: September 7, 2024 08:34
PORT MORESBY – Pope Francis visited Papua New Guinea Saturday, where he called for vast natural resources to benefit the “entire community” — a politically charged demand in a nation where many believe their riches are being stolen or squandered.…
UAAP: FEU coach Chambers sets short-term goals for young team
https://sports.inquirer.net/583883/uaap-feu-coach-chambers-sets-short-term-goals-for-young-team
Published: September 7, 2024 08:25
MANILA, Philippines — As he realizes his dream in the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball tournament, Far Eastern University coach Sean Chambers is laying his short-term goal in his debut year before moving to his long-term mission of bringing back the title…
Teachers' group hits DepEd's poor implementation of feeding program
Published: September 7, 2024 07:50
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education’s (DepEd) failure to effectively implement the P5.6 billion school feeding program is a “disservice” to the students from marginalized communities and a “waste of public funds,” the Alliance for Concerned…
Selena Gomez reaches billionaire status at 32
https://entertainment.inquirer.net/575448/selena-gomez-reaches-billionaire-status-at-32
Published: September 7, 2024 07:21
American singer-actress Selena Gomez has joined the celebrity billionaire list at 32 years old, making her one of the world’s youngest self-made tycoons. According to a report published by financial data and media company Bloomberg, Gomez now has an…
Ariel Rivera warns vs scammers using his name to ask for money
Published: September 7, 2024 07:03
Ariel Rivera warned against a fake Facebook account that uses his name and asks people, including the actor-singer’s friends, for money. Rivera informed his followers through his Instagram page on Friday, Sept. 6, showing a screenshot of the fake account…
Alice Guo ‘celebrity’ selfies spark public outrage
https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/594076/alice-guo-celebrity-selfies-spark-public-outrage
Published: September 7, 2024 06:59
MANILA, Philippines — The optics turned an otherwise successful law-enforcement operation into an outrage. Government announcements trumpeting the arrest of dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo in Indonesia were overshadowed by strong criticism over…
Mars Alba set for Alas Pilipinas debut vs Japan teams
https://sports.inquirer.net/583878/mars-alba-set-for-alas-pilipinas-debut-vs-japan-teams
Published: September 7, 2024 06:56
MANILA, Philippines — Mars Alba is set for her Alas Pilipinas debut as the Philippines face Japan SV.League’s Saga Hisamitsu Springs this weekend at Philsports Arena. Alba was added to the Philippine women’s volleyball team roster as it missed setter Jia…
Eraserheads rock UAAP Season 87 opening ceremony
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Published: September 7, 2024 06:49
MANILA, Philippines — The UAAP lived up to its Season 87 theme, “Stronger, Better Together” as the Eraserheads united all generations through their iconic music on Saturday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. It was an opener like no other as OPM rock band legends…
Super Typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam after killing two in China
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Published: September 7, 2024 06:49
HAI PHONG, Vietnam – Super Typhoon Yagi uprooted thousands of trees and swept ships and boats out to sea as it made landfall in northern Vietnam Saturday, state media said. The typhoon made landfall in Hai Phong and Quang Ninh provinces, packing winds…
Siphoning operations for sunken tanker off Bataan resumes
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Published: September 7, 2024 06:41
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said it has ordered on Saturday morning the resumption of siphoning operations for oil from sunken motortanker Terranova off Limay, Bataan. Siphoning operations were suspended from September 2 to 6 as…
US Open: Close to victory, Frances Tiafoe falters in semifinal
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Published: September 7, 2024 06:22
NEW YORK — Frances Tiafoe figures he lost to Taylor Fritz at the US Open because it suddenly occurred to him Friday night that he was close to winning and reaching his first Grand Slam final. “In the past matches, before, I was only thinking about what it…
Public school teachers to receive pay hike differentials this month
Published: September 7, 2024 06:14
MANILA, Philippines — Public school teachers will receive their 2024 salary increase differentials in September, Education Secretary Sonny Angara announced on Saturday. The pay increase for the teachers is mandated under the Executive Order 64 issued by…
Enteng death toll rises to 20 – NDRRMC
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Published: September 7, 2024 05:58
MANILA, Philippines — The death toll resulting from the onslaught of Tropical Storm Enteng (international name: Yagi) has risen to 20, according to data released as of 8 a.m. on Saturday by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council…
Taylor Fritz outlasts Frances Tiafoe to reach US Open final
https://sports.inquirer.net/583852/taylor-fritz-outlasts-frances-tiafoe-to-reach-us-open-final
Published: September 7, 2024 05:52
NEW YORK — When Taylor Fritz, a 26-year-old from California, and Frances Tiafoe, a 26-year-old from Maryland, strode under the Arthur Ashe Stadium lights Friday night for the first US Open semifinal matching two American men in 19 years, the crowd might…
Pope arrives in Papua New Guinea for Southeast Asia, Oceania trip
Published: September 7, 2024 05:06
PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea — Pope Francis arrived in Papua New Guinea on Friday for the second leg of his four-nation trip through Southeast Asia and Oceania, becoming the second pope to visit the poor, strategically important South Pacific nation. A…
Blackpink’s Jennie to take legal action vs 'defamation, sexual harassment' posts
Published: September 7, 2024 05:03
Jennie Kim of Blackpink has decided to pursue legal action against “defamation, sexual harassment, and malicious slander publications about her,” as well as false claims impersonating her father. The K-pop star’s label agency, OA Entertainment, released a…
Cebu City apartment fire: P1.2M worth of properties lost
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Published: September 7, 2024 04:49
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Properties worth at least P1.2 million were lost after an apartment in Brgy. Lahug, Cebu City caught on fire on Saturday morning, September 7. Senior Fire Officer 2 (SFO2) Wendell Villanueva, information officer of the Cebu City…
Life Made Easier: Metro Value Mart Opens Branch in Talisay City
Published: September 7, 2024 04:35
Metro Value Mart has officially opened its doors to the public in Poblacion, Talisay City, Cebu, bringing unparalleled convenience to the local community. The grand opening, which took place last August 31, 2024, marks a significant milestone for The Metro…
Zamboanga del Sur, Pagadian execs in P1-B land sale dispute
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Published: September 7, 2024 04:27
PAGADIAN CITY, Philippines — A dispute between this city’s leadership and the Zamboanga del Sur provincial government over a 3.7-hectare property threatens the attractiveness of the land to future investors. Mayor Samuel Co and Zamboanga del Sur Gov.…
Peso surges to 6-month high at 55.9 as dollar weakens
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Published: September 7, 2024 04:26
File photo The Philippine peso bounced back to the 55-level against the weaker US dollar on Friday, marking its strongest close in nearly six months. This comes as new data supported the early easing by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and raised…
Anne Curtis hopes for hospitalized mom Carmen’s recovery
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Published: September 7, 2024 04:13
Anne Curtis sent her well-wishes to her mom Carmen, who has been confined to a hospital for days due to an undisclosed condition. Carmen showed herself with an oxygen tube on her nose, through her Instagram page on Friday, Sept. 6. She also shared a photo…
Old satellite to burn up over Pacific in 'targeted' re-entry first
Published: September 7, 2024 04:08
PARIS–After 24 years diligently studying Earth’s magnetic field, a satellite will mostly burn up over the Pacific Ocean on Sunday during a “targeted” re-entry into the atmosphere, in a first for the European Space Agency as it seeks to reduce space debris.…
Former Bacolod Gov. Daniel Lacson Jr. dies at 77
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Published: September 7, 2024 03:57
BACOLOD CITY, Philippines — Former Negros Occidental Gov. Daniel “Bitay” Lacson Jr. died surrounded by family at his home here at 9:05 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6. He was 77. Lacson, who succumbed to a brain tumor, was governor of Negros Occidental from 1986…
Jericho Rosales reacts to Janine Gutierrez boat ride photos in Venice: Bellissima
Published: September 7, 2024 03:50
Jericho Rosales couldn’t help but gush over the recently uploaded pictures of his romantic interest, Janine Gutierrez. Gutierrez looked stunning in her shimmering silver dress on board the iconic boat ride to this year’s Venice Film Festival, as seen in…
PBA: Troy Rosario gets going in 2nd half in latest Blackwater win
https://sports.inquirer.net/583764/pba-troy-rosario-gets-going-in-2nd-half-in-latest-blackwater-win
Published: September 7, 2024 03:48
MANILA, Philippines—It was a tale of two halves for Troy Rosario, who came alive in the second half for the suddenly streaking Blackwater in the PBA Governors’ Cup. Rosario fired all of his 15 points in the last two quarters after a scoreless first half to…
Super Typhoon Yagi kills 2, injures 92 in China: state media
https://globalnation.inquirer.net/248252/super-typhoon-yagi-kills-2-injures-92-in-china-state-media
Published: September 7, 2024 03:45
BEIJING–Super Typhoon Yagi killed at least two people and injured 92 others after slamming into southern China’s Hainan island, state media reported Saturday. The storm lashed “Hainan with heavy rain and gusty winds, leaving at least two dead and 92…
Bayfront Hotel Cebu-North Reclamation toasts to a decade of warm welcomes
Published: September 7, 2024 03:31
It feels like just yesterday when Bayfront Hotel Cebu-North Reclamation opened its doors and gave travelers the home away from home they deserve. On September 7, 2024, they celebrate a decade of serving guests with inviting accommodations, exceptional…
Trump's criminal trials: where do they stand now?
https://globalnation.inquirer.net/248245/trumps-criminal-trials-where-do-they-stand-now
Published: September 7, 2024 03:27
The year 2024 was set to be a judicial minefield for Donald Trump, with some thinking the former president could be behind bars before the November 5 presidential election. However, the Republican candidate has managed to delay three of the four trials…
4 Chinese abducted in Pasay City found in Batangas City
https://globalnation.inquirer.net/248247/4-chinese-abducted-in-pasay-city-found-in-batangas-city
Published: September 7, 2024 03:25
LUCENA CITY — Four Chinese nationals, who were allegedly kidnapped in Pasay City were found in Batangas City in Batangas province on Friday, Sept. 6. In a report on Saturday, the Region 4A police said a security guard found Wang Lan Lai, 32; Wang Qing…
Colombian court orders Escobar's hippos to be hunted
https://globalnation.inquirer.net/248241/colombian-court-orders-escobars-hippos-to-be-hunted
Published: September 7, 2024 03:17
BOGOTÁ, Colombia–A Colombian court on Friday called for the hunting of hippos, introduced to the country in the 1980s by drug kingpin Pablo Escobar. The Administrative Court of Cundinamarca set a three-month deadline for the Ministry of Environment to…
Eva Le Queen ends ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race: Global All Stars’ journey
Published: September 7, 2024 03:02
Filipino drag queen Eva Le Queen concluded her stint in the “RuPaul’s Drag Race: Global All Stars,” earning the 10th place in the competition. Prior to her elimination, Le Queen was teamed up with Germany’s Tessa Testicle, Sweden’s Vanity Vain and Mexico’s…
2024 Bar Exams in Cebu City: 1,200 examinees, liquor ban, traffic plan in place
Published: September 7, 2024 02:55
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) has made the necessary measures to safeguard the 1,200 individuals who will be taking the Bar Examinations at one of the universities in the city in the coming days. Police, agencies gear up for…
Karen Davila weighs in on Alice Guo's ‘celebrity treatment’ arrest
Published: September 7, 2024 02:36
Broadcast journalist Karen Davila remarked that the arrest of dismissed Bamban, Tarlac, Mayor Alice Guo showed how “authorities confuse fame and infamy” after a photo of the latter all smiling with local officials went viral on social media. The “TV…
Winning diverse categories, Federal Land stands out at the PropertyGuru Awards
Published: September 7, 2024 02:30
In a display of real estate excellence, premier real estate developer Federal Land, Inc. has once again set the benchmark for industry excellence at this year’s PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards. Securing a remarkable list of wins across several…
Soldier killed in NPA ambush in Sorsogon town
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Published: September 7, 2024 02:23
IROSIN, Sorsogon – A soldier was killed in an ambush staged by alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Bulan town in Sorsogon province on Friday, September 6, the military said in a report Saturday, September 7. Corporal Rodel Felismino of the…
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