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THE government on Monday called on media to expose and push back against China's “twisted and baseless narratives” about the West Philippine Sea (WPS), particularly its insistence that the two sides had reached a “gentleman's agreement” on how to deal with Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal. The National Security Council (NSC) …

Four people were killed, including an infant, in a crash on Highway 401 in Whitby on Monday during a police pursuit that began with a call about a robbery, Ontario's police watchdog says. Collision related to police pursuit of robbery suspect Four people were killed, including an infant, in a …

In a statement sent to McGill staff and students Tuesday, McGill University president Deep Saini said the university is resorting to the police after officials “failed to reach a resolution” with protesters Monday. Police say 'no crime is being committed' at the encampment The president of McGill University says officials …

The Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Holiday Inn Manila Galleria, two iconic hotels in Ortigas unveiled its newly-renovated rooms and enhanced guest experience. Holiday Inn Manila Galleria rooms are refreshed to provide contemporary style and soothing ambiance. Register to unlock this article Register to read this story and more for …

The Marcos administration plans to borrow more funds this year than initially planned, the Department of Finance (DOF) announced. In a statement, Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto said on Monday, April 29, that the national government plans to borrow P2.57 trillion in 2024. The funds will be sourced from both …

Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac will visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) to tackle the unpaid salaries and other benefits of some 10,000 displaced overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) whose companies went bankrupt from 2015 to 2016.  “I am due to visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia next month. …

The planned transport strike set for today until Wednesday by PISTON (Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at Operator Nationwide) threatens to grind Metro Manila and other key cities to a halt. Dream on for the officials and members of this transport group fighting a losing battle to stay relevant! …

When was the last time you read a book? That’s a question that quite often these days is followed by a long pause, or a stare. The reason likely is that the last book was read too long ago to remember, or the question presents a realization that one has …

President Marcos has vowed that he will exercise a “strong political will” in pushing for peace and development in the Bangsamoro Region. In his speech during the 10th Anniversary of the Signing of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB), Marcos underscored that achieving long-lasting peace and development are achieved …

(File photo) MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday said he has instructed concerned government agencies to closely monitor the power situation amid the successive red and yellow alerts of power grids. Marcos said the power supply problems in the country is not artificial, noting that power systems are …