MANILA, Philippines — Recognizing her remarkable age, the Quezon City government awarded symbolic Senior Citizen and PWD identification cards to “Girlie,” one of the Philippines’ most iconic Philippine Eagles and believed to be the oldest in captivity at 46 to 47 years old. The symbolic recognition was held during this year’s Philippine Eagle Week celebration
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Pagasa: Habagat to bring rains over Luzon, soon to weaken
MANILA, Philippines — The southwest monsoon, or “habagat,” is expected to bring rains over Luzon on Sunday, the state weather bureau said. In its 5 a.m. bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported that the southwest monsoon will affect northern and central Luzon. Pagasa said, Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur are
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Robin Padilla Admits Showbiz Is More Fun Than Politics
Robin Padilla shared his thoughts on showbiz and politics Sen. Robin Padilla, who is also tagged as the “Bad Boy of Philippine Cinema,” said that the world of showbiz is more fun than politics. Robin was one of the most popular action stars in the 90s. During his prime, he did many action movies that ... Read more
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Marcoses’ Ill-Gotten Wealth: Sandigan junks remaining claims in forfeiture case
MANILA, Philippines — The Special Division of the Sandiganbayan has ruled against the remaining asset claims in the forfeiture proceedings involving the alleged ill-gotten wealth attributed to the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr. and former First Lady Imelda Marcos. The Sandiganbayan, in its June 2, 2026 resolution, said the Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG) informed
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SSS Pension Hike: New pensioners to receive higher benefits starting Sept.
MANILA, Philippines — Individuals who are newly enrolled as retirement, disability, or survivor pensioners will not qualify for the Social Security System’s (SSS) early rollout of the 2026 pension increase in June. Only pensioners on record as of May 31, 2026 are eligible for the advanced rollout; all others will receive the increase in September.
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Daily Gospel, June 7, 2026
This is the Daily Gospel for Sunday, June 7, 2026, which is the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. READ MORE: Daily Gospel, June 6, 2026 Daily Gospel, June 5, 2026 This is the Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ, according to Saint John 6, 51-58. Jesus said to the crowds: “I am
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People’s law group wins Robert Kennedy award
The National Union of People’s Lawyers (NUPL) was awarded the 2026 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award in Washington, on Friday, in recognition of its work defending civil liberties and representing marginalized communities in the Philippines. In its 43rd year, the award recognizes an individual or group that “stands up to oppression at grave personal
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DTI: Most school supply prices unchanged this year
Prices of school supplies have largely remained stable this year, with more items posting price cuts than increases ahead of the opening of classes, according to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). In its latest school supplies price guide, the DTI said more than half, or 109 of the 210 stock-keeping units (SKUs) it
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‘Street Smart’ PDI columnist Mandy Navasero; 84
While aboard the luxury Escalera yacht one day in February 2001, Mandy Navasero received a text from her bookkeeper. “Ma’am, hindi na si LJM editor in chief ng PDI (Philippine Daily Inquirer). Ousted na, parang Erap!” (Ma’am, LJM is no longer editor in chief of PDI. She’s been ousted, like Erap!) The Escalera had been
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AFP: Misleading to still call alleged bagmen ‘ex-Marines’
The Armed Forces of the Philippines said it would be “misleading” to still describe as “ex-Marines” the group of 18 individuals who claimed to have served as “bagmen” for a former lawmaker who sent suitcases of cash to various political figures as kickbacks from public works funds. In a statement on Friday, the AFP stressed
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