Analysts: Political reforms unlikely under Senate dominated by dynasties
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BW FILE PHOTO By Alyssa Nicole O. Tan, Reporter AN age-old proposal to ban political dynasties in the Philippines is unlikely to…
Marcos Jr. likely to continue Duterte’s war on drugs
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PHILIPPINE STAR/ JOHN UNSON PRESUMPTIVE President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos, Jr. is likely to continue his predecessor’s deadly war on drugs, according…
Marcos campaign spokesman chosen as next executive secretary
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PHILSTAR FILE PHOTO PRESUMPTIVE Philippine president Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos, Jr. will appoint his longtime chief of staff and campaign spokesperson as…
Samal diving community asks local gov’t for lower site access fees
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DOT DAVAO DIVING operators and allied businesses in Samal have asked the city government to reassess various local fees imposed on visitors…
Magnitude 6.1 earthquake rocks southern Luzon
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A MAGNITUDE 6.1 earthquake struck off southern Luzon early Sunday morning, with intensities of up to three felt in cities within the…
All set for May 24 special elections in Lanao del Sur towns
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PRO BANGSAMORO AUTONOMOUS REGION THE COMMISSION on Elections (Comelec) and security forces are in their final preparations for the May 24 special…
Senate honors actress Susan Roces in resolution expressing condolences
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VETERAN actress Susan Roces, who passed away Friday, is recognized for her contributions in the Philippine film industry in a resolution filed…
WHO expects more cases of monkeypox to emerge globally
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AN ELECTRON MICROSCOPIC image shows mature, oval-shaped monkeypox virus particles as well as crescents and spherical particles of immature virions, obtained from…
India trims tax on fuel, essential commodities
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REUTERS NEW DELHI — India on Saturday announced a series of changes to the tax structure levied on crucial commodities in a…
Australia’s next PM Albanese is a pragmatist who promises unity
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Anthony Albanese, leader of Australia’s Labor Party, addresses supporters after incumbent Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader Scott Morrison conceded defeat in…