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PNP: Estrada arrest orderly, unlike other high-profile cases

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the orderly arrest of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada in the flood control scandal stood in “stark contrast” to efforts to capture other high-profile fugitives who had long been on the run. “By prioritizing professionalism and the rule of law, we achieved a smooth

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Philippine manufacturing rebounds in May

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine manufacturing activity rebounded in May after slipping into contraction the previous month, supported by stronger domestic demand, although persistent supply-chain disruptions and rising costs continued to weigh on the sector. Data released by S&P Global on Monday showed the country’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) climbed to 50.8 in May from 48.3

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Matteo Guidicelli Defended By Susan Enriquez Against “Sakit ng ulo sa Unang Hirit” Comment

A recent issue surfaced involving Matteo Guidicelli Actor-host Matteo Guidicelli was defended by Kapuso veteran broadcaster Susan Enriquez against an accusation that he was a headache for the people on the morning show, Unang Hirit. Matteo entered the entertainment industry through ABS-CBN’s shows. Aside from acting projects, he had some hosting stints. In 2023, he ... Read more

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Foreigner confronts Phuket police after disturbance and theft attempt

Police arrested a shirtless foreign man after he allegedly caused disturbances at a convenience store and attempted to steal items from outside a local’s home in Phuket yesterday, June 1. The incident came to public attention after a Thai homeowner shared a video on Facebook showing two police officers confronting the foreign man outside her …

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Estrada’s daughter flashed a dirty finger, hurled curses during arrest – Remulla

MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said that the daughter of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada flashed a dirty finger and hurled insults at him as authorities moved to arrest her father on Monday. “There was a slight altercation between me and the daughter,” Remulla told reporters in Camp Crame after Estrada was processed at the

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LPG: PH supply gets boost with 21,000 metric tons from Texas

MANILA – The Philippines’ liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supply is now sufficient for almost 42 days following the delivery of around 21,000 metric tons (MT) procured under the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Emergency Energy Security Program. DOE, in a news release Monday, said the cargo arrived at the CISC Industrial Park, South Pacific Inc. (SPI) Terminal

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‘Sabon scammers’ difficult to arrest unless complaints are filed – cops

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Apprehending vendors allegedly involved in a roadside selling scam remains challenging unless formal complaints or cases are filed against them, local authorities said. The issue came after reports surfaced about vendors approaching motorists and commuters at busy intersections to pressure them into buying products, particularly laundry detergents. Cebu City Mayor Nestor

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WPS: China patrols east of Taiwan over Japan-PH maritime talks

The China Coast Guard carried out “law-enforcement patrols” in waters east of Taiwan on Monday, in retaliation for Japan and the Philippines’ recent plans to begin maritime boundary delimitation negotiations in waters that overlap with areas claimed by China. In a statement, the coast guard said a flotilla had conducted the patrols as a “necessary”

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Bohol provincial government restores regular workweek

TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — Government offices at the Bohol Provincial Capitol have returned to the regular five-day workweek following the issuance of an executive order lifting the province’s temporary four-day workweek arrangement. Gov. Erico Aristotle Aumentado signed Executive Order No. 34, Series of 2026, directing all provincial government offices, departments, divisions, and units to resume

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