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Jun Olis Memorial Open Chess tilt set Sunday in Lapu-Lapu

CEBU CITY, Philippines — More than a hundred woodpushers are expected to battle for supremacy in the Jun Olis Memorial Open Chess Tournament on Sunday, June 14, at Mahi Central Mall in Lapu-Lapu City. The event is co-organized by Cebu’s biggest and longest-running chess groups: the Cebu Executives and Professionals Chess Association (CEPCA), Cebu School

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LIVE UPDATES: Mindanao earthquake | June 10, 2026

MANILA, Philippines – Many parts of Mindanao are still reeling from the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck off Sarangani on June 8. Rescue and relief operations continue as authorities assess damage, restore essential services, and assist affected communities. Here are the latest key developments gathered and monitored on the ground by Inquirer team:   Bookmark this

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Phivolcs logs over 2,000 aftershocks after Mindanao earthquake

MANILA, Philippines — More than 2,000 aftershocks have been recorded following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck offshore Maasim, Sarangani in Mindanao on June 8, state seismologists said Wednesday. READ: Quake death toll exceeds 40, viilages still isolated The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said that as of 7 a.m., a total of

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Bam Aquino To Investigate P67 Billion Fund For Classrooms

Bam Aquino wanted to focus on resolving this education issue Senator Bam Aquino laid out the major reforms he wanted to push forward on his return as the chairperson of the Senate Committee on Basic Education. This is to address the country’s education crisis, including the shortage of 166,000 classrooms. At the same time, Aquino ... Read more

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14-Year-Old PWD Dies After Alleged Beating by Six Minors in Parañaque 

14-Year-Old PWD Dies After Alleged Beating by Six Minors in Parañaque  A 14-year-old boy with a disability lost his life after he was allegedly beaten by six minors on an overpass in Barangay BF Homes, Parañaque City.  According to the victim’s mother, 42-year-old Lecille Tabinas, her son had simply asked permission to go out with a friend on June 5, 2026. ... Read more

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Mindanao quake: DOT lists affected sites

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Tourism (DOT) has advised travelers to monitor advisories before proceeding with their travel plans in areas affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao on June 8. In an advisory released Tuesday night, the agency reminded travelers to coordinate with hotels and tour operators regarding cancellations, rebooking options and

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‘Habagat’ weakens; thunderstorms expected across PH – Pagasa

(Satellite image from Pagasa / Facebook) MANILA, Philippines — The southwest monsoon or “habagat” has slightly weakened, but thunderstorms are still expected nationwide on Wednesday, according to the state weather bureau. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), the habagat is now only affecting the western section of Northern Luzon. “We

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