MANILA, Philippines — “Bagani,” a Hiligaynon term for “hero,” was how those who knew slain community journalist RJ Nichole Ledesma would describe him for his work in defending the environment. “Hakus bagani, that’s RJ. A hero’s embrace. A hero’s hug,” San Carlos Bishop Gerardo Alminaza said on Saturday as he received the “Natatanging Gawad” on behalf

A slight increase was monitored in the water levels of five out of nine dams in the past 24 hours, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said in an advisory on Sunday. It identified these as La Mesa, Ambuklao, Binga, Pantabangan and Caliraya. The biggest increase was noted in Binga Dam in

Photographers and camera enthusiasts can now use their professional cameras in Intramuros, Manila without the need to first secure a permit, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said on Sunday. “The historic Walled City of Intramuros is welcoming photographers, camera enthusiasts, and hobbyists alike to capture its centuries-old beauty through a new policy allowing the use

URDANETA CITY, Pangasinan, Philippines—Residents of Barangay Catablan here are mourning Capt. Raymart Cabangcala, their village’s first Philippine Military Academy graduate, who was among four Philippine Air Force (PAF) pilots killed in a midair collision in Batangas on Oct. 23. Cabangcala’s mother, Myrna, 66, told the Inquirer that her son had big dreams for his family

STA. JOSEFA, AGUSAN DEL SUR—For many years, farmer Nilo Dalid had resigned himself to modest returns from his 1.2-hectare (ha) farm in Barangay Concepcion in this town, usually hauling in an average of 76 bags of palay each cropping season. This cropping cycle, however, shattered that ceiling. On Oct. 23, Dalid took in a record

TACLOBAN CITY—The provincial government of Northern Samar is developing a coconut-based, ready-to-eat “champorado” (chocolate rice porridge) that could provide a convenient food option for families affected by typhoons, floods and other disasters that disrupt transportation, electricity and access to cooking facilities. Since the province is frequently exposed to tropical cyclones, flooding and other natural hazards

ANTIPOLO—Robert Bolick acknowledged the easier path NLEX may take in order to at least get to the Finals of the PBA Governors’ Cup. It is something that Bolick and the Road Warriors are determined to take advantage of, especially after drawing first blood in their best-of-five quarterfinal series with the Phoenix Fuel Masters on Sunday

SORSOGON CITY—Five people died in a fire that gutted the Sorsogon City Public Market late Saturday night, as authorities worked to identify the victims and the provincial government prepared a temporary trading area for displaced vendors. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in Bicol provided P10,000 in cash assistance to each of the

University of the Philippines is continuing to show dominant form early in the second round of the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament, and the Fighting Maroons have their first round struggles to thank for. State U notched its fifth straight win after dismantling lowly University of the East, 101-70, on Sunday at Blue Eagle

Jia de Guzman continues to be amazed by the PVL’s rising level of competition every time she returns from national team duty with Alas Pilipinas to her mother club Creamline, where she relishes the sisterhood that has made the Cool Smashers the league’s most dominant side. “It’s great. I love the level that we’re playing

Chanelle Avaricio has all the momentum she needs—and great memories to look back to—when she opens defense of her ICTSI Apo Golf Classic title starting Tuesday as the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour season comes to a close at the tree-lined layout in Davao. Coming off a one-shot win over Tiffany Lee at nearby South Pacific

SIARGAO—For the first time ever, the Philippines plays host to the World Surf League Pro Championship Tour—surfing’s crown jewel—as the event brings the sport’s elite straight into local shores. At the center of this celebrated gathering presented by the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) is a lineup of world-class athletes, each bringing a distinct brand of

Corporate earnings are becoming another factor holding back Chinese stocks, with industries ranging from consumer goods to real estate and green energy under pressure because of weak demand or excessive capacity. Profit growth through the first nine months for mainland Chinese listed companies slowed compared with the pace in the first half, according to Shenwan Hongyuan Group. The Shanghai-based brokerage based its forecast on government data on industrial profits, which it said had a high...

The Chinese leader Xi Jinping, who is likely preparing to secure a fourth term in power in 2027, has complained that officials cannot be trusted.

Airing Date: October 26, 2026

The Department of National Defense said Monday that a thorough and objective investigation is being conducted into the fatal crash that resulted in the death of four pilots during a training flight over Fernando Air Base in Lipa City, Batangas.

Airing October 26, 2026

More than 26,200 Vietnamese students have overstayed their visas in South Korea, the highest number among all nationalities.

Aired (October 24, 2026): Bakit nga ba hindi ipinapakita ni Eric Fructuoso ang mukha ng partner niya sa social media kahit ipinopost niya ito? #YourHonor #YouLOL #YouLOLOriginals Welcome to the House of Honorables. Hindi ito Senado. Hindi rin ito Kongreso. Pero may hearing din dito. Kada session, may isu-subpoena na celebrity resource persons sina Madam Chariz Solomon at Mr. Buboy Villar para imbestigahan ang kahit anong isyu natin sa life. Lahat papatulan. Walang mahahatulan. Masayang hearing lang. 'Yan ang Your Honor! New episode drops every Saturday night. This vodcast is produced by GMA Network's YouLol Originals. Subscribe to @YouLolGMA on Youtube to access all Kapuso comedy content. Follow us on: For more 'Your Honor' Highlights, click the link below: For more 'Your Honor' Full Episode, click the link below:

Marian Rivera clarifies the infamous 'padlock' rumor on GGV.

Airing October 26, 2026

Investment in gold – long considered a traditional safe-haven during uncertain times – is taking on renewed importance amid the current global geopolitical uncertainty, market volatility and shifting confidence. For Hong Kong, this surge in interest comes as it is increasing its effort to become an international gold trading centre – a role that builds on its strengths as an international centre for finance, legal services, logistics and its connection with mainland China. The city’s government...

Aired (October 24, 2026): #YourHonor #YouLOL #YouLOLOriginals Welcome to the House of Honorables. Hindi ito Senado. Hindi rin ito Kongreso. Pero may hearing din dito. Kada session, may isu-subpoena na celebrity resource persons sina Madam Chariz Solomon at Mr. Buboy Villar para imbestigahan ang kahit anong isyu natin sa life. Lahat papatulan. Walang mahahatulan. Masayang hearing lang. 'Yan ang Your Honor! New episode drops every Saturday night. This vodcast is produced by GMA Network's YouLol Originals. Subscribe to @YouLolGMA on Youtube to access all Kapuso comedy content. Follow us on: For more 'Your Honor' Highlights, click the link below: For more 'Your Honor' Full Episode, click the link below:

Continued tensions and possible escalations in the Middle East conflict continue to put pressure on global supplies

Anthony Edwards scored 26 points on 10-for-18 shooting, and the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away for a 117-94 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday evening in Minneapolis.

Airing October 26, 2026

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 108-101 home win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.

The Sandiganbayan on Monday allowed two Department of Health (DOH) officials to testify in the graft case against former Health Secretary Francisco Duque III and former Budget Undersecretary Lloyd Christopher Lao over the alleged illegal transfer of P41 billion in DOH funds to the Procurement Service of the Department of Budget and Management (PS-DBM) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cade Cunningham notched 26 points, eight rebounds and eight assists as the visiting Detroit Pistons topped the Philadelphia 76ers 106-93 on Sunday.

"Apoy sa Dugo" is the latest program from the collection of GMA titles coming to Netflix Philippines.