Israeli air defense systems intercept Iranian missiles over the Israeli city of Tel Aviv early on June 15, 2025. (AFP / Jalaa Marey) MANILA, Philippines — Six overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have been injured in Iran’s missile attacks on Israel, including a Filipina caregiver who is in critical condition after …
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President Marcos takes part in a classroom engagement exercise during his visit to the Epifanio delos Santos Elementary School in Malate, Manila, where he also toured facilities and checked school safety systems. (NOEL PABALATE) MANILA, Philippines — Admitting that there were times when officials’ reports did not reflect reality, President …
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President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. (Courtesy: Bongbong Marcos/Facebook) President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Monday clarified that his earlier call for a “bold reset” in government operations is now being followed through with what he calls a “continuing performance review,” warning that business-as-usual attitudes have no place in his administration. “I …
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Parents accompany their children for a last-minute shopping of school uniforms and supplies at the Commonwealth Market in Quezon City on June 14, 2025 (Michael Varcas / The Philippine STAR) MANILA, Philippines — Classes for school year 2025-2026 officially open today, with 27.6 million students expected nationwide. Education Secretary Sonny …
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IMPROVING CONNECTIVITY. Department of Information and Communication Secretary Henry Aguda speaks at the Kapihan sa Manila Bay forum in Malate, Manila on June 4, 2025. On Monday (June 16), Aguda highlighted the accomplishments of the DICT under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., particularly the almost 19,000 free WiFi sites installed throughout …
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National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Judge Jaime Santiago presents two individuals suspected of exploiting children during a press conference in Pasay City on Monday, June 16, 2025. The suspects were arrested in Concepcion, Tarlac. (Photo by Norman Cruz) The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) announced on Monday the rescue …
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Senators of the 19th Congress take their oaths as judges of the impeachment court on Tuesday evening, June 10, 2025, marking the opening of the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. (The STAR / Jesse Bustos) MANILA, Philippines — The Senate impeachment court may reconvene and press forward with the …
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‘MAY HULI KA’. Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) chair Romando Artes (right) during the launch of the ‘May Huli Ka 2.0’ website at the MMDA Command Center in Pasig City on Monday (June 16, 2025). The website allows vehicle users to check traffic violations under the No Contact Apprehension Policy. (PNA photo …
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This undated file photo shows Makati Mayor Abby Binay (The STAR / Ernie Penaredondo, file) MANILA, Philippines — Makati Mayor Abby Binay led the inauguration of the new “Makatizen Card” center on the ground floor of the city hall main building over the weekend. The Makatizen Card, introduced in 2017, …
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Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro holds a press briefing on June 16, 2025. (Courtesy: RTVM / Screenshot) President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. ordered key government agencies to ensure the safety and welfare of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, …
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