No need to ban vape like Maldives, says Health Minister

The Stars - Oct 15, 2024

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has comprehensive regulations on smoking and tobacco control and does not need to follow other countries in banning vape and its products, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. Read full story

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Northern Mindanao cops net P5.1-M shabu in consecutive busts

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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Northern Mindanao police seized at least P5.17 million worth of suspected shabu and arrested six high-value targets in a series of operations across two provinces and two highly urbanized cities during a regional anti-drug crackdown. READ: Over P3.2M ‘shabu’ seized in Northern Mindanao drug stings Last Thursday, PRO-10 operatives

Gatchalian upbeat on Sara Duterte impeachment trial verdict by November

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No winners of major lotto games as Ultra Lotto jackpot hits P361.4 million

Oct 4, 2026

No winners of major lotto games as Ultra Lotto jackpot hits P361.4 million

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China swimmers Yu Zidi, Zhang Zhanshuo among Asian Games stars who could light up LA Games

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The Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya close on Sunday, bringing the curtain down on a fortnight of competition featuring some record-breaking performances. Among the best performers were the two athletes named Asian Games MVPs: 13-year-old Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi and Thai track and field sprinter Boonson Puripol. Yu, who won all three of her individual events with ease, said “I’m no prodigy” after being named the women’s MVP on Sunday. The schoolgirl, who looks poised to take the Los Angeles 2028...

China swimmers Yu Zidi, Zhang Zhanshuo among Asian Games stars who could light up LA Games

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Diocese of Kalibo raises concerns over opening of Boracay casino

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MANILA, Philippines — The Diocese of Kalibo in Aklan has raised concerns over the recent opening of a casino in Boracay as it reiterated its opposition to gambling and its implications to the lives of many Filipinos. The opposition was made after a six-story casino hub opened at Station 0 in Barangay Yapak, Boracay Island.

Duterte trial: Dropping bribery rap may shortchange Filipinos – Palace

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MANILA, Philippines — The Palace on Sunday said dropping the bribery charge in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial could deprive Filipinos of the chance to know the “whole truth.” “If they withdraw the bribery allegation against the vice president, wouldn’t that shortchange or disadvantage Filipinos who want to know the whole truth about this?”

Teachers’ group bats for P50,000 entry pay, more spending for education

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MANILA, Philippines—A day before World Teachers’ Day, Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) Philippines on Sunday staged a protest outside Malacañang, demanding a P50,000 entry-level salary. The teachers’ group also called for a P5,000 Personnel Economic Relief Allowance (PERA), and higher government spending on education. READ: Government workers continue to push for P5,000 PERA ACT also

Bukidnon Airport project displaces Lumad families, raises concerns over relocation site

Oct 4, 2026

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