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2 Moro leaders killed in Maguindanao del Norte attacks
Published: October 12, 2026 11:01
Two traditional Moro leaders, both involved in community peacebuilding activities in their hometown, Datu Odin Sinsuat in Maguindanao del Norte province, were killed in separate gun attacks within just 24 hours.
Army unit lauded for BARMM election security duties
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/12/2562714/army-unit-lauded-barmm-election-security-duties
Published: October 12, 2026 10:54
Regional officials, local executives, Muslim and Christian community leaders on Saturday bade goodbye to an Army unit deployed in this city for five weeks for security missions related to the September 14 Bangsamoro parliamentary elections.
PNP probes drug shipments seized in Thailand, Laos
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/12/2562503/pnp-probes-drug-shipments-seized-thailand-laos
Published: October 11, 2026 16:00
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is intensifying intelligence operations to track drug rings after authorities in Laos and Thailand intercepted shabu shipments allegedly bound for Manila.
NBI invites Pulong to shed light on Gracioso’s claims
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/12/2562508/nbi-invites-pulong-shed-light-graciosos-claims
Published: October 11, 2026 16:00
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has invited Davao City 1st District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte to appear at the NBI headquarters to answer allegations by dismissed police officer Rodulfo Gracioso Jr. that he received cash deliveries from former…
Sandiganbayan sets Pasay judge’s arraignment for bribery case
Published: October 11, 2026 16:00
The Sandiganbayan has set the arraignment of a suspended Pasay City judge for his direct bribery case.
House sets P3.75 billion fund for cancer patients
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/12/2562511/house-sets-p375-billion-fund-cancer-patients
Published: October 11, 2026 16:00
The national government plans to spend P3.75 billion for the cancer assistance fund or CAF in 2027 to help more Filipinos access essential cancer services, as the disease continues to claim nearly 200 lives daily.
‘Probe college dean for animal cruelty’
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/12/2562510/probe-college-dean-animal-cruelty
Published: October 11, 2026 16:00
After a video showing a school official beating a dog inside a college campus here, 1st District Rep. Carmelo Lazatin Jr. ordered the city police to investigate and file charges within 72 hours.
Bulacan LGU suspends work, classes
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/12/2562512/bulacan-lgu-suspends-work-classes
Published: October 11, 2026 16:00
Work and classes here are suspended beginning today until Wednesday due to water service interruptions.
Stronger PNP cybercrime response sought
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/12/2562504/stronger-pnp-cybercrime-response-sought
Published: October 11, 2026 16:00
Philippine National Police stations should strengthen their response to cybercrimes, according to PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr.
LTFRB summons taxi operator over littering video
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/12/2562502/ltfrb-summons-taxi-operator-over-littering-video
Published: October 11, 2026 16:00
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has summoned a taxi company after its driver was recorded on video throwing trash on the road.
Court of Appeals junks Alice Guo’s bid for freedom
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/12/2562507/court-appeals-junks-alice-guos-bid-freedom
Published: October 11, 2026 16:00
The Court of Appeals (CA) has denied former Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo’s appeal to be released from prison.
5 Taguig cops axed over ‘hulidap’ scheme
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/12/2562505/5-taguig-cops-axed-over-hulidap-scheme
Published: October 11, 2026 16:00
Five police personnel, including a substation commander, have been relieved from their posts following a viral video of an alleged extortion attempt involving a 24-year-old man in Taguig City.
Tips from relatives lead to arrest of 2 drug suspects in Region 12
Published: October 11, 2026 09:53
Anti-narcotics operatives arrested two drug traffickers in separate operations in two cities in Region 12, premised on reports by their relatives, long aware of their criminal activities, annoyed by their having ignored their appeals for them to reform for…
13 arrested, P4 million worth of shabu seized in 2 BARMM stings
Published: October 11, 2026 09:46
Combined agents of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency and policemen arrested 13 traffickers, seized P4 million worth of shabu and closed down a drug den in separate operations within just 24 hours in two provinces in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region…
No augmentation of police, military personnel in Basilan
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/11/2562477/no-augmentation-police-military-personnel-basilan
Published: October 11, 2026 09:36
The police and military are together in full control of the situation in Basilan and there is no need to bring in additional troops following last week’s two ambush incidents in the province, officials announced on Sunday, October 11.
Cotabato launches inter-agency wildlife protection drive
Published: October 11, 2026 07:17
The provincial governor’s office in Cotabato, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources 12 and the police have fused ranks to jointly enforce wildlife protection measures in all towns in the province and in its capital, Kidapawan City.
October 11: Road closures due to La Naval Procession
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/11/2562467/october-11-road-closures-due-la-naval-procession
Published: October 11, 2026 04:30
The procession will be followed by a Holy Mass at Sto. Domingo Church. To facilitate the religious event and ensure public safety, temporary road closures will be implemented in the following areas:
CHR chair, 3 others probed over foreign training
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/11/2562311/chr-chair-3-others-probed-over-foreign-training
Published: October 10, 2026 16:00
The National Bureau of Investigation has asked the Office of the Ombudsman to open a preliminary investigation on Commission on Human Rights chairperson Richard Palpal-latoc for allegedly receiving allowances during a training abroad, even when the event…
2 dead in Luzon road mishaps
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/11/2562292/2-dead-luzon-road-mishaps
Published: October 10, 2026 16:00
Two people died while five others were injured in three vehicular accidents involving motorcycles in Luzon over the weekend.
Moderately explosive eruption occurs at Kanlaon Volcano
Published: October 10, 2026 16:00
A moderately explosive eruption occurred yesterday at Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island Region, generating an ash plume that rose between five and six kilometers above the crater.
Ex-village chief slain in Batangas gun attack
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/11/2562293/ex-village-chief-slain-batangas-gun-attack
Published: October 10, 2026 16:00
A former barangay chairman was killed in an attack by unidentified motorcycle-riding men in Tanauan, Batangas on Friday afternoon.
2 women die in CDO fire
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/11/2562291/2-women-die-cdo-fire
Published: October 10, 2026 16:00
Two women died while three others were injured in a fire that struck a residential compound in this city on Friday morning.
Key player in POGO hubs operations nabbed
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/11/2562313/key-player-pogo-hubs-operations-nabbed
Published: October 10, 2026 16:00
A Chinese tagged as a key player in the operations of two illegal Philippine offshore gaming operator or POGO hubs that were shut down by the government was arrested in Parañaque on Friday.
P43.7 million drugs seized at NAIA
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/11/2562312/p437-million-drugs-seized-naia
Published: October 10, 2026 16:00
Eight abandoned inbound parcels containing suspected illegal drugs worth P43.7 million were intercepted at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Friday.
Illegal fuel station shut down; 4 nabbed
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/11/2562294/illegal-fuel-station-shut-down-4-nabbed
Published: October 10, 2026 16:00
A gasoline station in Magalang, Pampanga was shut down and its four employees were arrested on Friday for allegedly selling petroleum products without necessary permits.
Stringent security in place at San Juan schools
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/11/2562307/stringent-security-place-san-juan-schools
Published: October 10, 2026 16:00
San Juan is stepping up security in its schools after two Grade 7 students received a shooting threat online on Friday, the city government said.
Consumer groups raise concern over transport holiday
Published: October 10, 2026 16:00
The consumer group CitizenWatch is urging the trucking sector not to disturb the movement of goods by going on a transport protest to air their concerns to the government.
Parañaque, BFAR partner to revive salt industry
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/10/2562085/paraaque-bfar-partner-revive-salt-industry
Published: October 9, 2026 16:00
The Parañaque city government and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) signed an agreement this week to revitalize the city’s historic salt-making industry, giving livelihood opportunities to coastal communities.
Sibugay LGU execs to be summoned over POGOs
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/10/2562089/sibugay-lgu-execs-be-summoned-over-pogos
Published: October 9, 2026 16:00
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) will summon officials of two local government units (LGUs) in Zamboanga Sibugay in connection with the operation of two suspected Philippine offshore gaming operators or POGO hubs in their jurisdictions.
Tulfo to PRC: Act promptly
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/10/2562083/tulfo-prc-act-promptly
Published: October 9, 2026 16:00
Sen. Raffy Tulfo has welcomed the work stoppage order the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) issued against The Icon Clinic for alleged violations discovered during an inspection this month.
CA justices, SolGen vie for SC post
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/10/2562084/ca-justices-solgen-vie-scpost
Published: October 9, 2026 16:00
A total of 19 applicants are vying for the position to be vacated by Supreme Court Associate Justice Amy Lazaro-Javier who will compulsory retire on Nov. 16.
PNP probes P3.54 billion shabu shipment from Laos, Thailand
Published: October 9, 2026 16:00
The Philippine National Police is coordinating with foreign counterparts on reports that shipments of illegal drugs seized in Laos and Thailand were headed for the country, the PNP announced yesterday.
San Lazaro Hospital reports 174 cases of influenza-like illness
Published: October 9, 2026 16:00
The San Lazaro Hospital (SLH) in Manila has reported 174 cases of influenza-like illness or ILI from Jan. 1 to Oct. 6.
Government workers seek P5,000 monthly allowance
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/10/2562082/government-workers-seek-p5000-monthly-allowance
Published: October 9, 2026 16:00
Three groups of government workers are seeking to raise the personnel economic relief allowance or PERA to P5,000 per month from the current P2,000, saying the proposed P500 increase is insufficient to offset inflation.
70 NCRPO cops charged
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/10/2562087/70-ncrpo-cops-charged
Published: October 9, 2026 16:00
Seventy police officers have been slapped with administrative charges, including 13 who were sacked for serious offenses, since Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano took charge of the National Capital Region Police Office in August.
Voters warned vs fake news on BSKE
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/10/2562091/voters-warned-vs-fake-news-bske
Published: October 9, 2026 16:00
Voters must be wary of a fake news circulating on social media claiming that special barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections will be conducted nationwide on Nov. 28.
Respicio must prove corruption allegations – Palace
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/10/2562090/respicio-must-prove-corruption-allegations-palace
Published: October 9, 2026 16:00
Vice Mayor Harold Respicio of Reina Mercedes, Isabela must present proof that the share of the local government in tobacco excise tax is being used for ghost projects, Malacañang said yesterday.
Drug den operator, 3 others arrested in Kidapawan
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2562063/drug-den-operator-3-others-arrested-kidapawan
Published: October 9, 2026 10:34
Anti-Narcotics agents arrested four men, among them a drug den operator, in an operation in Barangay Poblacion in Kidapawan City in Cotabato province on Tuesday, October 6.
Soldier killed, child among 8 wounded in Basilan ambush
Published: October 9, 2026 10:20
A soldier was killed while eight others, including an innocent 10-year-old boy and his father, were wounded in another ambush in Basilan on Thursday night, October 8, the second in the province within just 3 days.
Batangas town residents evacuate after minor Taal Volcano eruption
Published: October 9, 2026 05:25
Authorities reminded the residents of certain areas to stay cautious of ashfall.
Manila retains trillion-peso city economy
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2561973/manila-retains-trillion-peso-city-economy
Published: October 8, 2026 16:00
Manila’s gross domestic product hit P1.06 trillion in 2025, placing the capital city third among the cities in the country with a trillion-peso economy.
TNVS drivers question fare, commission claims
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2561968/tnvs-drivers-question-fare-commission-claims
Published: October 8, 2026 16:00
Transport Network Vehicle Service drivers questioned claims on fare implementation and raised concerns over commissions charged by transport network companies or TNC.
Smuggled cigarettes seized in Cavite
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2561878/smuggled-cigarettes-seized-cavite
Published: October 8, 2026 16:00
Illegal cigarettes valued at P53.98 million were seized in an anti-smuggling operation in Ternate, Cavite on Wednesday.
June Aster owner probed for labor law violations
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2561881/june-aster-owner-probed-labor-law-violations
Published: October 8, 2026 16:00
The Department of Labor and Employment is investigating the owner and operator of the ferry M/V June Aster for possible violations of labor and occupational safety regulations.
Manila North, South cemeteries gear up for Undas
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2561978/manila-north-south-cemeteries-gear-undas
Published: October 8, 2026 16:00
The Manila North and South cemeteries have announced its schedules and visitor guidelines ahead of Undas, or the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day in November.
Man jumps over NAIA fence to meet returning OFW wife
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2561971/man-jumps-over-naia-fence-meet-returning-ofw-wife
Published: October 8, 2026 16:00
A 35-year-old man was arrested after he jumped over a Ninoy Aquino International Airport fence on Wednesday to meet his wife, an overseas Filipino worker returning from Austria.
53 school shooting plots in South Cotabato thwarted
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2561885/53-school-shooting-plots-south-cotabato-thwarted
Published: October 8, 2026 16:00
Following a fatal shooting incident at the Banga National High School (BNHS) last month, 53 other plans to launch similar attacks in South Cotabato have been thwarted by police, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla reported yesterday.
187 loose firearms surrendered in Central Luzon
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2561872/187-loose-firearms-surrendered-central-luzon
Published: October 8, 2026 16:00
Up to 187 firearms with expired registration were turned over for safekeeping to the Central Luzon police yesterday.
Jonvic reimburses vice mayor for drug test expenses
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2561880/jonvic-reimburses-vice-mayor-drug-test-expenses
Published: October 8, 2026 16:00
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla has reimbursed Vice Mayor Jeryll Harold Respicio of Reina Mercedes, Isabela for the cost of the drug test conducted on the municipal official.
Food supply sufficient until after holidays
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/09/2561879/food-supply-sufficient-until-after-holidays
Published: October 8, 2026 16:00
The country has sufficient supply of rice and meat products until after the Yuletide season, according to the Department of Agriculture.
Cops seize P20.4 million worth of shabu in Zamboanga City
Published: October 8, 2026 10:51
Policemen on Wednesday, October 7, seized P20.4 million worth of shabu from a dealer in Zamboanga City, who had eight accomplices entrapped in separate police operations in this city and in towns around in the past 10 months.
Peacebuilder Army officer takes Army brigade post
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561816/peacebuilder-army-officer-takes-army-brigade-post
Published: October 8, 2026 08:57
Bangsamoro regional officials were elated with the designation of a known peace advocate as the new commander of the Army’s 603rd Infantry Brigade, covering provinces outside of the autonomous region, but have enclaves of two former Moro rebel fronts that…
Negros dengue deaths up amid fewer cases
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561615/negros-dengue-deaths-amid-fewer-cases
Published: October 7, 2026 16:00
Dengue-related deaths in Negros Island Region increased this year even as the number of cases has decreased.
PCSO chief promoted in PCGA
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561621/pcso-chief-promoted-pcga
Published: October 7, 2026 16:00
Coast Guard officials have bestowed the rank of auxiliary rear admiral to Mel Robles, general manager of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office.
P81.6 million shabu seized in Batangas
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561616/p816-million-shabu-seized-batangas
Published: October 7, 2026 16:00
Shabu with an estimated street value of P81.6 million was seized in an anti-narcotics operation that also resulted in the arrest of four suspects at the port of Batangas yesterday.
NCRPO: Beware of travel scams
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561623/ncrpo-beware-travel-scams
Published: October 7, 2026 16:00
The National Capital Region Police Office on Tuesday warned the public against fake hotel bookings, travel packages and other online promotions as demand for trips rises during the “ber” months.
Dimasalang Bridge opens October 20
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561622/dimasalang-bridge-opens-october-20
Published: October 7, 2026 16:00
The rehabilitated Dimasalang Bridge in Manila will reopen on Oct. 20, according to the Department of Public Works and Highways.
NGCP securing more power reserves for Visayas
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561620/ngcp-securing-more-power-reserves-visayas
Published: October 7, 2026 16:00
The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines is intensifying efforts to secure additional power reserves and resolve electricity supply constraints in the Visayas.
Rider summoned over road mishap involving TV host
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561619/rider-summoned-over-road-mishap-involving-tv-host
Published: October 7, 2026 16:00
The Land Transportation Office has summoned a motorcycle rider tagged in a hit-and-run incident in Antipolo Rizal involving a television host.
‘Isabela vice mayor acted like an addict’
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561618/isabela-vice-mayor-acted-addict
Published: October 7, 2026 16:00
Following the outburst of Vice Mayor Jeryll Harold Respicio of Reina Mercedes, Isabela during a session of the Sangguniang Bayan, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said the town official must undergo a drug test.
LTFRB begins regularization process for ‘tempo’ TNV
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561624/ltfrb-begins-regularization-process-tempo-tnv
Published: October 7, 2026 16:00
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board has issued a policy governing the regularization of Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) operating in Metro Manila under the so-called “tempo” status.
2 victims of electrocution found in Quezon
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/08/2561617/2-victims-electrocution-found-quezon
Published: October 7, 2026 16:00
Two bodies believed to be victims of electrocution were found in a mountainous area in this town on Tuesday.
Completion of MILF decommissioning pushed to advance Bangsamoro peace, says SAP Lagdameo
Published: October 7, 2026 09:32
Malacañang is pushing to sustain the gains of the Bangsamoro peace process by advancing the decommissioning of former Moro Islamic Liberation Front combatants and accelerating the implementation of the normalization commitments under the Comprehensive…
BARMM gov’t gearing for transnational Islamic Umrah event
Published: October 7, 2026 09:17
Eight regional lawmakers and the Bangsamoro Pilgrimage Authority forged on Tuesday, October 6, an agreement outlining their individual fund support for the November Saudi Arabia Umrah pilgrimage by residents of the autonomous region.
Palawan waters closed to fishing, sailing over possible China rocket debris
Published: October 7, 2026 05:38
Fishing and sailing are temporarily banned in Palawan waters due to the risk of possible falling debris from a scheduled Chinese rocket launch.
South Korea, Philippines partner vs crimes
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/07/2561372/south-korea-philippines-partner-vs-crimes
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
The South Korean embassy in Manila has hosted a conference to strengthen coordination with Philippine authorities amid crimes targeting South Koreans.
Vice mayor probed for outburst during session
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/07/2561393/vice-mayor-probed-outburst-during-session
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
Saying boorish behavior has no place among public officials, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla has ordered an investigation of Vice Mayor Jeryll Harold Respicio of Reina Mercedes, Isabela for his outburst during a session of the Sangguniang Bayan.
Visa applications in Philippines up by 20%
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/07/2561373/visa-applications-philippines-20
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
Filipinos appear to be unbothered by surging airfares this year, as visa application volumes went up in the eight months to August, mostly to non-Schengen destinations.
6 Quezon centenarians receive P100,000
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/07/2561384/6-quezon-centenarians-receive-p100000
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
Six residents in this city have received P100,000 each after reaching 100 years old.
Militiaman killed in South Cotabato ambush
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/07/2561375/militiaman-killed-south-cotabato-ambush
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
A member of the government militia was killed while two others were wounded in an ambush in Polomolok, South Cotabato on Monday.
NCRPO steps up drive vs POGO, online scams
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/07/2561374/ncrpo-steps-drive-vs-pogo-online-scams
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
The National Capital Region Police Office has tightened intelligence operations to prevent the return of Philippine offshore gaming operator hubs and online scams in Metro Manila.
VP on Baste as alternative presidential bet: No talks yet
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
There is no discussion yet on the possibility of Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte as an alternative candidate in the 2028 presidential race, according to Vice President Sara Duterte.
Worker injured in Rizal mishap
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/07/2561376/worker-injured-rizal-mishap
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
A worker was injured after he was hit by a motorcycle while crossing a pedestrian lane in Taytay, Rizal on Saturday.
Isabela politician disqualified over failure to file SOCEs
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
A politician from Isabela has been disqualified from seeking an elective post for failing to submit his statements of contributions and expenditures for two consecutive elections.
Kanlaon Volcano emits sulfur stench
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/07/2561387/kanlaon-volcano-emits-sulfur-stench
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
Sulfur stench from Kanlaon Volcano hit areas in the cities of Bago and La Carlota as well as in the town of La Castellana in Negros Occidental on Monday night.
2 villagers dead in Basilan 'clan war' ambush
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561352/2-villagers-dead-basilan-clan-war-ambush
Published: October 6, 2026 10:00
Two ethnic Yakans, from a clan locked in a deep-seated animosity with another, were killed in a daring ambush, in the presence of villagers, in Barangay Marang in Sumisip, Basilan.
Militiaman killed, 2 villagers hurt in South Cotabato ambush
Published: October 6, 2026 09:51
A government militiaman, popular for his active involvement in police law-enforcement activities and military anti-terror intelligence missions, was killed in an ambush on Monday, October 5, in Polomolok town in South Cotabato.
DND, local execs expand Basilan inter-agency security efforts
Published: October 6, 2026 09:35
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., Basilan Gov. Mujiv Hataman and ranking state security officials met in Basilan on Tuesday morning, October 6, and discussed the intricacies and ramifications of the ambush on Monday, October 5, in Tipo-Tipo town that…
Suspect in murder of retired teacher couple nabbed
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561345/suspect-murder-retired-teacher-couple-nabbed
Published: October 6, 2026 09:17
The police and local executives are now in joint custody of the suspect in the murder of an elderly couple, both retired teachers, in Banisilan town in Cotabato before dawn Sunday, October 4.
PNP probe on online counterfeit sellers, scammers sought
Published: October 6, 2026 06:00
A consumer advocacy group has urged the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) to investigate the prevalent sale of counterfeit goods on e-commerce sites and related online scams, citing the risks they pose on consumers.
Vlogger Francis Leo Marcos arrested for cyberlibel
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561170/vlogger-francis-leo-marcos-arrested-cyberlibel
Published: October 6, 2026 00:53
Vlogger Norman Magusin, popularly known as “Francis Leo Marcos,” was arrested for cyberlibel.
PNP requires vault photo for gun owners
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561205/pnp-requires-vault-photo-gun-owners
Published: October 5, 2026 16:00
Following a spate of school shootings caused by irresponsible gun owners, the Philippine National Police is requiring people applying for or renewing firearm licenses to submit a photograph of a safety vault.
DPWH starts work on P47 million drainage project in Manila
Published: October 5, 2026 16:00
To alleviate persistent flooding along major thoroughfares in Manila, the Department of Public Works and Highways has commenced works on a P47-million underground drainage expansion project along Roxas Boulevard that will double as a floodwater detention…
Philippines crimes drop by nearly 30%
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561191/philippines-crimes-drop-nearly-30
Published: October 5, 2026 16:00
The crime volume in the country decreased by nearly 30 percent in the past three months, the Philippine National Police reported yesterday.
Government readies privatization of Mindanao coal plant
Published: October 5, 2026 16:00
After privatizing two hydroelectric facilities in Luzon, the Marcos administration is now moving to assess the value of Mindanao’s first coal-fired power plant ahead of its sale.
3 minors, grandma die in Isabela grenade blast
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561195/3-minors-grandma-die-isabela-grenade-blast
Published: October 5, 2026 16:00
An 85-year-old grandmother and three children were killed when a rifle grenade exploded in Roxas, Isabela on Sunday.
50 ferry fire victims identified
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561192/50-ferry-fire-victims-identified
Published: October 5, 2026 16:00
The remains of 50 people who died in the fire that struck M/V June Aster off Coron, Palawan on Sept. 9 have been identified, an official of the Philippine National Police reported yesterday.
NCRPO: 13 TBS members arrested since 2024
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561186/ncrpo-13-tbs-members-arrested-2024
Published: October 5, 2026 16:00
Thirteen members of the True Brown Style group, which Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla identified as an alleged recruiter of children being groomed into criminal activities, have been arrested since 2024 for various crimes, including kidnapping and…
NBI-Tarlac personnel axed over Extortion
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561197/nbi-tarlac-personnel-axed-over-extortion
Published: October 5, 2026 16:00
The National Bureau of Investigation has relieved all personnel of the NBI-Tarlac district office and placed them on floating status amid an investigation into an alleged extortion activity.
P496 million shabu seized at NAIA
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561190/p496-million-shabu-seized-naia
Published: October 5, 2026 16:00
Over P496 million worth of methamphetamine hydrochloride hidden in industrial machinery has been seized at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
11 soldiers wounded in Basilan ambush
https://www.philstar.com/nation/2026/10/06/2561201/11-soldiers-wounded-basilan-ambush
Published: October 5, 2026 16:00
A senior Army officer and 10 troopers were wounded when armed men ambushed their seven-vehicle convoy yesterday in Tipo-Tipo, Basilan.