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PH Moves Fast to Bring Home Filipinos Trapped in Myanmar Scams

The Philippine government is racing against time to bring home dozens of Filipinos who were rescued from cyber scam farms in Myanmar — victims of false job promises that turned into nightmares. On Thursday, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said it is working closely with authorities in Myanmar and Thailand to secure exit clearances […]
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“Hindi Ako Mananahimik” — Marjorie Claps Back at Mom Inday

After weeks of silence, Marjorie Barretto finally speaks.Her voice — calm but filled with pain — echoes through her heartfelt Instagram post, written after her mother, Inday Barretto, spoke about their strained relationship in a vlog interview with Ogie Diaz. For Marjorie, the timing couldn’t have been more painful.The interview came out just days after […]
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“Justice Before Christmas,” Dizon Hints at Arrests of Key Suspects

A storm of justice is brewing in Bulacan.Former DPWH 1st District Engineer Henry Alcantara, former Assistant District Engineer Brice Hernandez, and private contractor Sarah Discaya could be behind bars before the Christmas bells ring. That was the bold statement from Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon, who confirmed on Thursday that the three are among the […]
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Top 15 World Currencies: How They Stack Up Against the Philippine Peso (As of October 29, 2025)

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) just released its latest Foreign Exchange Rate Bulletin, giving us a snapshot of how the world’s strongest currencies perform against the Philippine Peso as of October 29, 2025. And this time, the numbers paint a story — one of shifting global strengths, economic recoveries, and the peso’s quiet resilience […]
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Philippines Wows Indian Travel Firms with Must-See Destinations

MANILA — The Philippines is turning heads in India — and this time, it’s not just about beaches. It’s about connection, culture, and curiosity. In a growing effort to welcome more Indian travelers, the Philippine government is taking big steps to showcase the country’s best destinations — from the turquoise waters of Palawan to the […]
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Hurricane Melissa Slams Cuba After Wrecking Havoc in Jamaica

HAVANA — The Caribbean is reeling. Hurricane Melissa, one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the region, has unleashed its fury — first devastating Jamaica, then striking Cuba with unrelenting force. By early Wednesday, the hurricane’s 120 mph (195 kph) winds tore into Cuba’s southern coast, toppling trees, flooding towns, and cutting off […]
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DOJ: Flood Project Investigation Moves On Without Discayas

The Department of Justice (DOJ) stood firm on Wednesday: the government’s investigation into the alleged flood control project anomalies will move forward — with or without the cooperation of contractor couple Pacifico “Curlee” and Sarah Discaya. Prosecutor General Richard Anthony Fadullon made it clear during a press briefing that the investigation doesn’t hinge on the […]
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Philippines crowned Asia’s next big culinary hotspot

The world is starting to take notice — the Philippines is fast becoming one of Asia’s most exciting food destinations. The Department of Tourism (DOT) proudly welcomed this recognition after Marriott International’s “Future of Food 2026” report spotlighted the country as one of the rising culinary hotspots in Asia — calling it “ready to be […]
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