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In this undated file photo, police officers examine a crime scene.

‘ICC talked to 50 PNP members on drug war’

By Emmanuel Tupas

Representatives of the International Criminal Court have communicated with around 50 active and former officials of the Philippine National Police in connection with the ICC’s probe into the drug war launched by former president Rodrigo Duterte, former senator Antonio Trillanes IV said yesterday.

Policemen stand guard near the body of a man killed during what police said was a drug-related vigilante killing in Barangay Manggahan in Pasig City early yesterday.

Amnesty urges Marcos to end 'drug war' as killings persist

By Gaea Katreena Cabico

People buy coconut water to cool themselves along a road in Manila on April 24, 2024, as extreme heat affected the country.

'So hot you can't breathe': Extreme heat hits the Philippines

By Cecil Morella

DMW bans seafarers on Red Sea, Gulf of Aden

'Paurong mag-isip': MMDA's proposal to remove EDSA bike lanes draws flak

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Marlon Stockinger spotted with new girlfriend; ex Pia Wurtzbach marks 1st wedding anniversary with Jeremy Jauncey

Marlon Stockinger spotted with new girlfriend; ex Pia Wurtzbach marks 1st wedding anniversary with Jeremy Jauncey

By Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo | 2 days ago

Racecar driver Marlon Stockinger is seen more and more with girlfriend Dani Camcam at public events.

MMDA mulls removing bicycle lane from EDSA

MMDA mulls removing bicycle lane from EDSA

By Mark Ernest Villeza | 1 day ago

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority is exploring the possibility of removing EDSA’s bicycle lane as part of...

Chavit Singson not in favor of transgender people, mothers joining Miss Universe

Chavit Singson not in favor of transgender people, mothers joining Miss Universe

By Jan Milo Severo | 9 hours ago

Former Ilocos Sur Vice Gov. Chavit Singson gave his reaction over Miss Universe Organization's move to allow transwomen and...

Paulo Avelino goes viral as elevator operator for a day

Paulo Avelino goes viral as elevator operator for a day

By Jan Milo Severo | 1 day ago

Kapamilya actor Paulo Avelino surprised mallgoers as he posed as an elevator assistant in a mall recently.

Miss Universe Philippines 2024 awards top 6 Miss Hello Glow finalists

Miss Universe Philippines 2024 awards top 6 Miss Hello Glow finalists

By Jan Milo Severo | 10 hours ago

Hello Glow awarded its top 6 Miss Universe Philippines finalists recently in SM North The Block.

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A police officer checks the firearms of the members of the Manila Police District on Saturday, during the weekly routine checks to ensure that the guns are still functioning properly.

PNP firm on visible tattoo ban for cops

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From L-R UP Diliman students Dick David T. Ongking, Joecile Faith C. Monana, Althea M. Mella, Shara Cindy N. Xu and Jose Rafael R. Palomares were hailed champions. Joining them are Ms. Kristia Lei Reyes, Board of Academe (leftmost), Ms. Eloisa Villaraza, President of NDAP (3rd from right), Ms. Ivy Sicat, Nutrition Advocacy Manager, NestlÃ© Philippines (2nd from right) and Ms. Elizabeth Prudenciado, Board of Academ e (rightmost)

NDAP, Nestlé promote proper nutrition with Nutrition Masterclass Interschool Competition

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Mayor Joy Belmonte Quezon City.

Quezon City sorry for UP road clearing

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Cyclists pass through EDSAâ��s southbound bicycle lane in Quezon City yesterday.

MMDA blames ‘erratic weather’ for ‘underutilized’ EDSA bike lane

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The shooting occurred in Barangay Santol at around 5:30 p.m., police investigators said.

BIR official survives ambush; driver slain

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Workers clear the debris from on top of a pickup truck after 4.2 tons of steel bars fell from the crane of a 64-story condominium under construction in Binondo, Manila yesterday.

Worker hurt by 4.2 tons of falling metal rods .

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Taguig fires: 1 dead, 18 families homeless

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Vape products to contain graphic health warnings

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2 SUVs linked to Batangas drug haul recovered

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Angat Dam water level drop ‘alarming’

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Pastor Apollo Quiboloy.

FEO seeks to revoke Quiboloy’s gun licenses

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The ruling of the poll bodyâ��s First Division rendered the gubernatorial seat vacant and will be automatically filled by the vice governor following the law on succession, Comelec Chairman George Garcia said.

Comelec disqualifies Cagayan governor anew

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Cop shot dead at Basilan checkpoint

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AFP chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. welcomed Reyeg and urged him to build on the achievements and accomplishments of his predecessor.

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Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu-Laurel Jr. signed Memorandum Order 17, which provided the guidelines for the issuance of certificate of necessity to import 25,000 MT of frozen pelagic fish for wet markets from Oct. 1 to Dec. 21, 2024.

DA: Philippines to import 25,000 MT fish

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Marcos Jr. rejects traffic circular raising parking fines to P4K

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‘Unjust’ remarks vs Chinese students hit

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In an interview with dzBB yesterday, acting MMDA Chairman Romando Artes said there is a proposal suggesting the complete removal of bicycles from EDSA.

MMDA mulls removing bicycle lane from EDSA

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority is exploring the possibility of removing EDSA’s bicycle lane as part of a study the MMDA is conducting with the Department of Transportation to consider an exclusive motorcycle lane along the highway.

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dedicated motorcycle lane is questionable given the limited road space, Sen. Grace Poe, who chairs of the Senate committee on public services, said.

Senators buck exclusive motorcycle lane on EDSA

Data-driven solutions to address traffic congestion are needed, senators said yesterday as they opposed the proposed exclusive lane for motorcycles along EDSA.

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Motorists continue traversing the EDSA-Kamuning flyover in Quezon City on April 7, 2024 before it partially closes on April 25, 2024 for retrofitting that will last for 11 months.

EDSA-Kamuning flyover to be closed for repairs

The EDSA-Kamuning flyover will be closed for repairs starting May 1, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced yesterday.

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Motorists continue traversing the EDSA-Kamuning flyover in Quezon City on April 7, 2024 before it partially closes on April 25, 2024 for retrofitting that will last for 11 months.

Motorcycles may get exclusive lane on EDSA

The Department of Transportation is studying establishing an exclusive motorcycle lane along EDSA to mitigate the traffic buildup along the highway, DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista said yesterday.

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This undated photo shows the Oblation statue in the University of the Philippines campus in Diliman, Quezon City.

UP-Diliman renames marine science building

The University of the Philippines has renamed the UP Diliman Marine Science Institute (MSI)’s building as the Edgardo D. Gomez Hall, after the national scientist who founded the institute.

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