‘Sorry boys’: Lewis Hamilton takes blame for botched tire call

Inquirer.net - Oct 12, 2026

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton admitted he botched a call over tires that cost him and Ferrari a second podium place at the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday. Hamilton and teammate Charles Leclerc were both called in on lap 39 by Ferrari under a virtual safety car caused by Lance Stroll breaking down. Leclerc took

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Oct 12, 2026

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KORONADAL CITY — The father of the 16-year-old student involved in the deadly shooting at Banga National High School last month is facing criminal complaints after police found that his son had used a gun that was allegedly not properly secured at home. Maj. Robert D. Fores, officer-in-charge of the Police Regional Office 12 (PRO-12)

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Oct 12, 2026

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MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon — Tribal leaders and elders of the Bukidnon-Daraghuyan Ancestral Domain (AD) vowed to keep their traditions alive and pass them to the next generation. They made the pledge as they celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ (IP) Month on Saturday, gathering to offer rituals and officially launch their new weaving hub, the “Balay Hu Paglala

LTFRB denies 2 motorcycle taxi firms accreditation over non-compliance

Oct 12, 2026

LTFRB denies 2 motorcycle taxi firms accreditation over non-compliance

MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has denied the accreditation applications of two motorcycle taxi platform providers (MTPPs) for failing to comply with some of the agency’s requirements. Lawyer Greg Pua, interim chair of the LTFRB, said a review of GrabBike and Dingdong RiderKo’s operations revealed that they had failed

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Oct 12, 2026

WATCH: Sara says allegations vs her, family aim to derail 2028 bid

MANILA, Philippines – Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday says allegations of corruption, drug links and ill-gotten wealth against her and her family were part of an effort to derail her 2028 presidential bid./ dp WATCH; Sara Duterte impeachment trial | Oct. 12, 2026

Bohol town steps up preparations for El Niño

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CATIGBIAN, Bohol — The municipal government of Catigbian is strengthening its water security and agricultural support measures in preparation for El Niño that could prolong dry conditions and threaten farms and community water supplies. Mayor Benjie Oliva said the local government has been identifying potential watershed areas and alternative water sources since April, including rivers

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Oct 12, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines — The influx of China-made electric vehicles (EVs) is hindering Philippine manufacturers, especially those making electrified motorcycles and tricycles, from establishing a presence in the domestic market, an industry leader warned. More Chinese EV brands like BYD, Chery, and MG have entered the Filipino market, helping to narrow the price gap between electric and

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MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Robin Padilla has shared a copy of his negative drug test result online, urging elected officials not to be afraid of undergoing testing as well. According to the senator, it is part of promoting clean, responsible, and honest public service. “In support of the directive issued by DILG (Department of the

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Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia-led film “Always Yours, Never Mine” has surpassed the P100 million mark in total gross, about two weeks after it premiered in local cinemas. The milestone was announced by Star Cinema on its social media pages on Sunday, Oct. 11, thanking fans for supporting the movie. “Thank you for loving Apollo

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WATCH: Witness tells defense counsel ‘hindi po mahirap basahin ang batas’

Oct 12, 2026

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Less than 50% of 47k public schools have CCTV cameras -DepEd

Oct 12, 2026

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