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Filipina Recognized Worldwide with 2025 Freddie Webster RN Nursing Award

A Filipino nurse has once again made the Philippines proud. Ruby Renconada Soriano, MSN, RN, based in Jacksonville, Florida, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Freddie Webster RN Award for Nursing Excellence, one of the most respected honors in oncology nursing. The award, announced by the non-profit organization WeCareJax, recognized Ruby’s exceptional work […]
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‘Napagbintangan Lang’: AJ Raval Speaks on ‘Kabit’ Issue

AJ Raval has finally spoken from the heart.And this time, she’s addressing the pain she carried for years—the pain of being labeled a “kabit.” In her continued sit-down interview on “Fast Talk With Boy Abunda”, AJ admitted just how deeply the accusations hurt her, especially when people claimed she came between Aljur Abrenica and Kylie […]
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Zaldy Co Claims ₱100B Budget Insertions Led by Marcos, Romualdez

Former Ako Bicol Representative Zaldy Co has ignited a political firestorm, accusing President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., former Speaker Martin Romualdez, and several Cabinet officials of orchestrating ₱100 billion worth of alleged budget insertions. Co’s revelations came through a video released to reporters—a video he also posted on his verified X account. And in that […]
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Philippines Chosen to Host 2026 UN High-Level Food Forum

Philippines Chosen to Host 2026 UN High-Level Food Forum

MANILA — The Philippines is set to shine on the global culinary stage. The Department of Tourism (DOT) announced Wednesday that the country has been chosen to host the 10th United Nations Tourism World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism in 2026. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco called this recognition a reflection of the Philippines’ emergence as a […]
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Philippine Peso Holds Steady Against Top 15 Global Currencies – November 12, 2025

Philippine Peso Holds Steady Against Top 15 Global Currencies – November 12, 2025

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) released its latest reference exchange rates, showing how the Philippine peso (PHP) is faring against the world’s major currencies. Here’s a clear look at the top 15 currencies and what it means for businesses, travelers, and investors. 1. United States Dollar (USD) – PHP 58.93 The dollar remains the […]
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Thai-Cambodia Border Erupts in Violence, One Confirmed Dead

BANGKOK — Violence flared along the disputed Thai-Cambodia border on Wednesday, leaving at least one person dead and three others wounded, as both nations accused each other of opening fire, threatening a fragile US-brokered truce. The latest escalation follows Thailand’s accusation that Cambodia laid new landmines, which maimed a Thai soldier earlier this week. In […]
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Liza Soberano Enters Her Singer Era with Fiery New Single ‘Red Ferrari’

Fans won’t have to wait long. “Red Ferrari” officially drops on November 14, and pre-saves are already available through the link on Liza’s Instagram page. With just one teaser, she’s already proving she’s more than ready to speed into the global music scene — confident, fearless, and unapologetically herself. From Hollywood to Music Liza’s move […]
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DPWH Loses More Funds—Senate Cuts Budget to ₱568 Billion

The Senate’s finance committee has once again tightened its belt — cutting down the 2026 budget of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to ₱568.56 billion, down from the ₱624.48 billion earlier approved by the House of Representatives. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, who chairs the finance committee, made the announcement during Wednesday’s plenary session […]
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8 New Direct Flights to Cebu and Manila Start in Q4 2025

8 New Direct Flights to Cebu and Manila Start in Q4 2025

MANILA — Travelers rejoice! The Department of Tourism (DOT) announced on Tuesday that direct flights from Cebu and Manila to eight destinations are set to operate in the last quarter of 2025, signaling strong recovery and connectivity. The exciting lineup includes: Firefly: Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) – Cebu, starting Dec. 2 Jetstar: Perth (Australia) – Manila, […]
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