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​ZAMBOANGA CITY — The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) said human-centered innovation is crucial to reaching Filipinos overseas.​“Technology must remain people-centered if it is to help transform the diaspora’s willingness to contribute …

A TOTAL of 248 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have returned to the Philippines from Saudi Arabia after another 49 workers arrived safely from Dammam on Friday, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) …

LEPTOSPIRA bacteria, which cause leptospirosis, were detected in Estero de Paco in Manila by researchers from the University of the Philippines Diliman and the Philippine Genome Center.​Researchers Dr. Windell Rivera and Ram …

TRANSPORTATION Secretary Giovanni Lopez has set a deadline for bus operators to implement the Department of Transportation's (DOTr) long-standing directive — the "EDSA Busway Left-Side Door Policy."Under this measure, all buses plying …

A JOINT anti-smuggling operation in Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental, led to the confiscation of about 8,875 reams and 418 packs of illegal cigarettes worth approximately P8.5 million, authorities announced on Friday.Operatives from …

SEN. Christopher “Bong” Go extended additional assistance to 349 residents affected by a fire in Barangay 20, Tondo, Manila, as he renewed calls for stronger disaster preparedness and sustained government support for …

STALLED railway projects in the Philippines have revived questions about the country's decision to drop Chinese financing, with a geopolitical analyst arguing that the government risks missing out on economic opportunities as …

Some roads in Manila will be closed from Oct. 30 to Nov. 3 for the commemoration of Undas, the Manila Police District announced yesterday.

Up to 17,000 personnel of the Philippine Coast Guard will be deployed at various ports in the country to assist travelers who will be going home in the provinces for the observance …

Up to 18,000 aspiring police officers are expected to take the admission test of the Philippine National Police Academy tomorrow.

MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Third Division has denied former senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr.’s motion for reconsideration of the rejection of his second bid to disqualify Associate Justice Karl Miranda from …

Three bettors will split the P15-million Mega Lotto 6/45 jackpot in Friday's draw, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said.

The Philippines’ dual push for stronger “minilateral” defence links and a more robust Asean security role is dividing analysts, with one calling the move “opportunistic”. Some experts view Manila’s advocacy for the …

(UPDATE) MANILA, Philippines — Two letters containing alleged bomb threats were found inside female restrooms at the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Medicine Building in Manila on Friday, prompting the evacuation of …

The Judicial and Bar Council is in the middle of interviewing five Supreme Court associate justices, all vying to be the country's next top magistrate as Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo retired in …

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Friday said the government may save approximately P10.74 billion should the compulsory retirement age of personnel of the Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of …

MANILA, Philippines — Newly appointed Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary Lino Cayetano stressed the need to better explain the programs of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration to the public.In a meeting with …

MANILA, Philippines – The Senate hopes the House of Representatives will follow the example of the upper chamber as it considers cutting its 2027 budget by P2 billion, Sen. Panfilo Lacson said …

MANILA, Philippines — The National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) highlighted the importance of archaeological impact assessments (AIAs) as it marked International Archaeology Day this month. “Let us understand what AIA is …

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday said the government is expanding the use of solar-powered irrigation systems as the Super El Niño looms. He made the remarks during the …

TAGBILARAN CITY — More than 200 aspiring police officers from Bohol are expected to take the Philippine National Police Academy Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT) on Sunday, Oct. 25, as the province hosts …

MANILA, Philippines — More than 80 individuals were apprehended in Makati City for alleged involvement in an “abusive” lending app operation, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said on Friday. In an …

MANILA, Philippines — Electric vehicle owners can now charge at six tollway service facilities (TSFs) along the North Luzon Expressway, with two more set to open by December, NLEX Corp. said in …

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday gave Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who has been in hiding following the issuance of an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant, …

(Satellite image from Pagasa) MANILA, Philippines — Typhoon Rosal, with an international name ‘Champi,’ slightly intensified as it continued to move away from the country, the state weather bureau said. In its …

MANILA, Philippines—The Office of the Ombudsman is opening an “Investors’ Window” where business owners and investors can submit concerns about government officials or transactions that impede business operations. Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla …

MANILA, Philippines—Delivery riders may be protected from penalties for heat-related delays under a proposed labor advisory being drafted by the Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) to protect workers from the effects …

MANILA, Philippines—The Commission on Audit (COA) has found several deficiencies in the implementation of over P17.27 billion worth of Department of Health (DOH) infrastructure projects involving the construction and upgrading of health-care …

MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Third Division affirmed its earlier ruling to deny the move of former Sen. Bong Revilla to bar its chairperson, Associate Justice Karl Miranda, the sole judge who …

MANILA, Philippines — Typhoon "Rosal" slightly strengthened on Friday afternoon while moving northwestward away from the country’s landmass, but wind signals remained in parts of extreme Northern Luzon, according to the Philippine …

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said Friday that he is arranging a possible meeting with his U.S. counterpart Pete Hegseth next week, as he considers attending an expanded…

Investors remain cautious ahead of next week’s Federal Open Market Committee statement, despite widespread expectations that interest rates will hold steady, says an analyst.

The Philippines does not need permission from anyone for the conduct of its resupply missions to the BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said on Friday.

Agents of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency 12 seized P3.7 million worth of shabu and arrested three men in separate operations in General Santos City and in nearby Polomolok, South Cotabato on …

The bounty on Senator Ronald Dela Rosa comes just over a month before Rodrigo Duterte is to stand trial on Nov 30 for the crimes against humanity of murder and attempted murder.

MANILA, Philippines — Scientists from the University of the Philippines in Diliman found leptospirosis-causing bacteria in five areas in Manila.Researchers Ram Julius L. Marababol and Dr. Windell L. Rivera collected soil and …

MANILA, Philippines — Manila Rep. Bienvenido "Benny" Abante Jr. on Friday asked the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to look into bloggers who allegedly spread false information linking him to alleged inappropriate …

Newtalk新聞 秋颱「薔琵」強大的環流同時影響3個國家。國際氣象專家史佩塔(Robert Speta)指出，薔琵展現強大破壞力，其最強核心正衝擊日本，石垣島已測得每小時156公里的強風，約相當於14級風；同時，薔琵龐大的環流與地形效應也重創台灣東北部，宜蘭山區16小時內累積雨量突破448毫米，豐沛水氣也為菲律賓帶來間接雨勢，是一場衝擊範圍廣泛的跨國風暴。 曾獲艾美獎的美國氣象專家史佩塔(Robert Speta)指出，薔琵的眼牆目前正侵襲石垣島與與那國島，日本石垣島已測得每小時156公里、約14級風的強風。這種狂風暴雨的天氣預計持續到今晚，破壞性強風可能延續至深夜，預計明天就會好轉。 依氣象署資料顯示，截至今日下午4時，宜蘭太平山今日累積雨量已突破448毫米。史佩塔表示，薔琵帶來的豐沛水氣被推擠向台灣陡峭的山脈，迫使空氣向上抬升，進而帶來劇烈降雨，應留意淹水與山崩風險，特別是山區。目前台北也正經歷強降雨天氣，不過最劇烈的雨勢仍集中在東部。 除了對台灣、日本造成直接影響外，薔琵龐大的外圍環流也影響到其他國家。史佩塔解釋，薔琵的外圍環流持續將來自印尼和馬來西亞的水氣向東北方牽引，掠過菲律賓上空，為部分地區帶來更多陣雨與雷雨，並可能導致局部地區出現強降雨和淹水情形。呂宋島北部也受到該颱風廣闊環流影響，出現陣風與惡劣海象。 不過，史佩塔強調，這些都屬於間接影響，颱風中心位置仍遠在菲律賓以北。接下來，隨著薔琵向北移動並與鋒面系統交互作用，週末至下週初，強降雨可能擴散至九州與西本州。福岡及周邊地區可能面臨淹水隱憂，東京則可能在週二迎來雨勢增多，但這並不意味著東京會面臨颱風等級的天氣。 另外，關島以東附近還有一個熱帶擾動97W蠢蠢欲動，不過目前要判斷其是否會進一步發展，仍言之過早。延伸閱讀：薔琵颱風壟罩全台「進入最接近時刻」！11級強陣風狂襲 風雨時程曝光秋颱薔琵「6字形」結構清晰！龐大環流受地形牽引 正上演「靠近＋打轉」實況薔琵颱風影響時間可能拉長！專家示警：全台風勢感受都會很明顯薔琵颱風來襲！苗栗停班停課「山釀青春演唱會」照辦掀議論薔琵颱風「又強又皮」！北轉點難捉摸不斷修正 專家：風雨全台有感

The Philippines is turning to the United States to build its oil stockpile amid the global energy crunch, with observers saying the move could also serve Washington’s military interests and deepen strategic …

First of three parts Over the past several years, Filipinos are increasingly getting their news from social media feeds and video platforms instead of going directly to news websites, picking up newspapers …