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Over 2 million people affected by “Kristine” – OCD – Manila Standard

A total of over 2 million individuals are now affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, according to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) on Thursday. In its latest situation report, the OCD stated that these individuals represent 431,738 families from 2,124 barangays across the Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, Calabarzon, Mimaropa, Bicol, Western Visayas, Central Visayas, […]

Quiboloy arrives at the Senate to attend Hontiveros-led inquiry – Manila Standard

Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy arrived at the Senate Wednesday morning to make his first public appearance in the congressional inquiry that looks into allegations of abuse against him and his church. Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros is leading the investigation under her Committee on Women, Children, Family Relations and Gender […]

Joint probe on drug war pushed – Manila Standard

A lawmaker on Monday proposed a joint probe of Senate and House of Representatives on the drug war-related extrajudicial killings during the administration of former President Rodrigo Duterte. Rody skips today’s Quad hearing but will attend after Nov. 1 As this developed, Duterte will not attend today’s hearing of Quad Committee, his legal counsel Martin […]

No excavation activities on metro roads this Christmas season—DPWH – Manila Standard

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has agreed to temporarily halt excavation activities on Metro Manila roadways to offer relief to commuters and motorists during the Christmas season.  The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has earned the cooperation of the DPWH to enforce this measure in a bid to ease the anticipated traffic […]

Asian MMA Manila Open a success – Tolentino

The head of the Asian federation for mixed martial arts (MMA) gave an imprimatur of approval to the country’s successful hosting of the Manila Open—the inaugural Asian MMA championships that wound up on Wednesday night, Oct. 16, at Marriott Manila in Pasay City. “Is it through your commitment that we’re able to deliver such a […]

‘Big asset’: Philippine lawmaker urges US to donate missile cruiser amid sea row

A Philippine lawmaker has appealed to the United States to show its commitment to Manila’s defence by donating one of its guided-missile cruisers that is set to be decommissioned next year. Observers are divided on whether Washington would grant the request, with some questioning the viability of acquiring an outdated vessel requiring regular maintenance. Congressman […]

Rangoon Ruby, an authentic Burmese dining experience, opens its first restaurant in the Philippines – Manila Standard

Alabang, Muntinlupa City – G2G All Spice Eatery Group Inc. proudly announces the grand opening of Rangoon Ruby, an authentic Burmese dining experience, in the Philippines. The first ever Rangoon Ruby in the country is located at the Upper Ground Level East Wing of Festival Mall in Alabang, Muntinlupa City.  This milestone marks the introduction […]