Jose Almendras receives Japan’s Order of the Rising Sun

Inquirer.net - Nov 3, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The Japanese government has conferred the prestigious Order of the Rising Sun on former Cabinet official Jose Rene Gregory Almendras in recognition of his contributions to strengthening relations between Manila and Tokyo. On Tuesday, the Japanese Embassy in Manila announced that they awarded Almendras the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver

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MANILA, Philippines — Galeries Tower survived Akari in five sets, 25-22, 26-24, 23-25, 15-25, 15-10, to finally capture its first win in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series on Tuesday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. Erika Deloria put an end to the HighRisers’ woes after losing their first four games, dropping 20 points, 28 excellent receptions,

Businessman killed, 2 arrested in Marawi shooting

Nov 3, 2026

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ILIGAN CITY — A businessman was killed in a shooting incident inside the premises of Haifa Palace in Barangay Gadongan, Marawi City, on Tuesday morning, while the two alleged suspects were arrested following a hot pursuit operation, police said. The victim was identified as Daud Ayo Ali, married and a resident of Barangay Gadongan. The

Ombudsman files charges vs 6 DPWH execs over P491-M ‘right-of-way’ scam

Nov 3, 2026

Ombudsman files charges vs 6 DPWH execs over P491-M ‘right-of-way’ scam

[Updated Nov. 3, 2026, 7:21 p.m.] MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman on Tuesday filed graft and malversation charges before the Sandiganbayan against six former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials over their alleged involvement in a P491-million “road right-of-way scam” in General Santos City. In a statement on Oct. 25,

Couple stabbed by son while asleep in Zamboanga City

Nov 3, 2026

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PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — A 52-year-old man and his 51-year-old wife were rushed to the hospital after they were allegedly stabbed by their own son while asleep in their residence at Purok 6, Star Apple Drive, Barangay Sangali, Zamboanga City early Monday morning, Nov. 2. The Zamboanga City Police Station 3 (ZCPS3) identified

LTO sets new renewal period for expired vehicle registrations, licenses

Nov 3, 2026

LTO sets new renewal period for expired vehicle registrations, licenses

MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has implemented new renewal periods until February 2027 for motor vehicle registrations, driver’s licenses, and other permits that expired from July to October this year.  In an advisory on Tuesday, the LTO said that this new implementation is under the Memorandum Circular (MC) No. MVL-2026-5523, which lifted

W. Visayas workers to get up to P45 daily wage hike starting Nov. 19

Nov 3, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines—Minimum wage earners in Western Visayas will receive daily pay increases of up to P45 starting Nov. 19, following the approval of a new wage order by the Department of Labor and Employment. Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino on Tuesday said that the National Wages and Productivity Commission (NWPC) approved Wage Order No. VI-30 following

Defenseless defense: Ridon says VP camp insisting on wrong arguments

Nov 3, 2026

Defenseless defense: Ridon says VP camp insisting on wrong arguments

MANILA, Philippines — Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon has criticized Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp for continuing to use what he described as disproven arguments in responding to the prosecution’s formal offer of evidence, saying the defense panel could best be described as “defenseless.” Ridon, a member of the House of Representatives’ prosecution panel, said

Mimaropa police logs zero crime incidents during Undas

Nov 3, 2026

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CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Mimaropa police recorded zero crime incidents across the provinces of Occidental and Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, according to Police Brig. Gen. Christopher R. Dela Cruz, regional police director, in a statement on Tuesday (Nov. 3). Beyond

6-hour power outage set in parts of Ilocos Norte on November 8

Nov 3, 2026

6-hour power outage set in parts of Ilocos Norte on November 8

SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur—Parts of Ilocos Norte will experience a six-hour power supply interruption on Sunday, November 8, as the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) conducts maintenance work on its transmission facilities. The scheduled power supply interruption will run from 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., affecting areas served by the Ilocos Norte Electric

LIVE: Alex Eala vs Emerson Jones – Hong Kong Open Round of 32

Nov 3, 2026

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Palace wants budget watchdogs to scrutinize 2027 budget ‘red flags’

Nov 3, 2026

Palace wants budget watchdogs to scrutinize 2027 budget ‘red flags’

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday urged budget watchdogs to report any “red flags” they uncover in the proposed P7.2-trillion national budget for 2027. At a briefing, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. would take note of any alleged anomalies flagged by groups reviewing the proposed budget. READ: House to consult budget watchdogs “Sa

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