Duterte’s team await medical reports on his fitness for ICC trial
MANILA, Philippines — With their interim release appeal rejected by the International Criminal Court (ICC) chamber, Duterte’s legal team awaits reports from medical specialists tapped to assess the fo...
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Fair weather across most of PH; rain expected in Luzon on Nov. 30
MANILA, Philippines — Fair weather will prevail across most of the country today, but rains are expected over parts of Luzon due to the combined effects of Tropical Storm Verbena, shear line, and nort...
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Supreme Court: Fugitives give up claim to judicial relief
Fugitives may be barred from seeking judicial relief, the Supreme Court (SC) has clarified after explaining what makes someone a fugitive. ... Keep on reading: Supreme Court: Fugitives give up claim...
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LIVE: November 30: Rallies against corruption
Watch INQUIRER.net’s special coverage of the nationwide protests against corruption in the government.... Keep on reading: LIVE: November 30: Rallies against corruption
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Ukraine denies Filipino recruitment in fight vs Russia
MANILA, Philippines — The Ukraine Embassy in Manila denies any claim of Filipino recruitment in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war. In a statement released on Friday, the embassy called the claim, made by...
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Police halts Baha sa Luneta 2.0 preparations
MANILA, Philippines — The Manila police stopped preparations for the Baha sa Luneta 2.0 anti-corruption rally at Luneta Park Sunday morning, organizers said. The mass action was scheduled to begin at...
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Marcos to Filipinos: ‘Preserve honor, emulate Bonifacio’
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. marked the the 162nd birth anniversary of Andres Bonifacio on Sunday, November 30, by urging Filipinos to honor and emulate the hero’s example and...
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LOOK: Shipping containers, barbed wire block Mendiola Peace Arch
MANILA, Philippines — Shipping containers and barbed wire have been set up around the Mendiola Peace Arch in Manila as anti-corruption rallies are scheduled for Sunday, November 30. The Philippine Nat...
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Hong Kong begins mourning period after fire kills at least 128
HONG KONG, China — An outpouring of grief swept Hong Kong on Saturday as thousands paid their respects and laid flowers for the 128 people killed in one of the city’s deadliest fires, marking the star...
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Over 2K Central Luzon cops sent to NCR ‘Trillion Peso March 2.0’ protest
MABALACAT CITY, Philippines — On Saturday, Nov. 29, the Central Luzon Police Regional Office (PRO3) sent troops numbering up to 2,100 officers to the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) to h...
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Sea drones halt operations at major Russian oil terminal
MOSCOW, Russia — One of Russia’s largest oil terminals halted operations on Saturday following an attack by sea drones, hours before Ukrainian negotiators were headed to the United States for talks on...
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Daily Gospel, November 30, 2025
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Marcos: Let’s preserve our honor, emulate Bonifacio
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has urged Filipinos to follow the example of hero Andres Bonifacio by upholding their honor and striving for excellence in their endeavors for the...
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Insurer offers to cover loss due to bear intrusions
JAPAN — A Japanese insurance company will begin selling a product for tourist businesses that covers lost profits in an event they are temporarily unable to operate due to bear intrusions. The product...
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Ukraine: Filipinos not being recruited to join fight vs Russia
MANILA, Philippines — The Ukraine Embassy in Manila has denied a Russian official’s claim that Filipino nationals were being recruited to join Ukrainian troops in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war. In a...
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Young authors tackle AI, ‘nepo babies’ in Palanca-winning essays
MANILA, Philippines — Every time his mother cooks “sinigang,” the sour but savory Filipino broth, 16-year-old Joshua Manio volunteers to do his part in the kitchen, heating up the leftovers from the f...
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Lotto draw results, November 29, 2025
Here are the lotto draw results of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) for Saturday, November 29, 2025. Check these out. READ MORE: Lotto draw results, November 28, 2025 Lotto draw result...
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Conflict of interest cited in pro-Escudero Comelec ruling
MANILA, Philippines — Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chair George Garcia must disclose his possible conflict of interest as the former lawyer for Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero during the 2022 electi...
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Residents in parts of Luzon cautioned vs rocket debris
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has warned fishermen and people in coastal communities in the provinces of Ilocos Norte and Cagayan to stay clear of areas where debris from a Ch...
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86 dioceses fully back Nov. 30 rally vs corruption
MANILA, Philippines — A total of 86 Roman Catholic dioceses nationwide have issued a “very strong call for truth, accountability and true transparency” as they expressed their support for the Trillion...
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DOH warns public vs 3 leading causes of holiday illnesses, injuries
MANILA, Philippines — The top official of the Department of Health (DOH) called on the public on Saturday to take precautions against the leading causes of illnesses or injuries during the holiday sea...
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Duterte’s next hope is to suspend trial -- if doctors find him unfit
MANILA, Philippines — With his request for temporary liberty rejected, medical specialists tapped to assess the condition of former President Rodrigo Duterte will soon report to the International Crim...
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Airbus technical issues affect nearly 100 PH flights
MANILA, Philippines — Airlines resumed normal operations on Saturday evening after a technical glitch in Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft disrupted nearly 100 flights in the country and affected at least...
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NU becomes best UAAP cheerdance squad in history
They came, as promised, like ninjas. And with choreographed stealth plus added twists to familiar winning stunts, the National University Pep Squad forged a runaway victory on Saturday at the Mall of...
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Supreme Court: Fugitives cannot seek legal remedies
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court (SC) has issued stricter rules to stop individuals who commit crimes and flee the country from obtaining judicial relief from the courts. In an en banc decision...
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Back to zero for last 4 NCAA teams standing
Throw away whatever advantages any of the four remaining teams had to get to this point. No more ranking protections. The NCAA Season 101 men’s basketball tournament will crown a new champion this sea...
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Pucay rules Senior tour tourney
Mars Pucay delivered a late charge at Canlubang Golf and Country Club to outduel Rico Depilo and Sonny Almazan, ruling the Pilipinas Senior Pro Golf Tour Organization’s (PSPGTO) Leaders and Legends to...
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ZUS eyes fairytale finish against Petro Gazz
It’s almost fitting that a young team with fairytale ambitions will gun for glory against an old guard steeped in championship tradition. ZUS Coffee certainly knows what it is up against. After all, t...
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Russian attacks kill 3 as efforts to end war gain momentum
KYIV, Ukraine — Russian drone and missile attacks in and around Ukraine’s capital killed at least three people early Saturday, officials said, as the country’s representatives traveled to the U.S. to...
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With Fifa help, optimism high for women’s futsal program
The Philippines’ campaign in the inaugural Fifa (international football federation) ended in a 5-1 defeat to Argentina. But the cheers of the crowd defied the results on the scoreboard. It gave the Fi...
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Fixing critical PH water system
Water is one of the most important natural resources: it is essential for human life and sustains the food we eat, among others. But, per a new report, the Philippines’ water supply is being threatene...
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Beyond the outrage
Today, Nov. 30, as outraged citizens once more pour into the streets to express their indignation over the Marcos administration’s failure to halt the massive looting of public funds, two calls seem t...
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Keep on hoping
The story is told about a wife who informed her husband that her stress level is very high. She quoted her doctor as saying that one option she should consider is to go abroad and spend some time shop...
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Tom Stoppard, Academy Award winner for ‘Shakespeare In Love,’ 88
LONDON — British playwright Tom Stoppard, a playful, probing dramatist who won an Academy Award for the screenplay for 1998’s “Shakespeare In Love,” has died. He was 88. In a statement Saturday, Unite...
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Trump says Venezuela's airspace should be viewed as closed
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida — President Donald Trump on Saturday said that the airspace “above and surrounding” Venezuela should be considered as “closed in its entirety,” an assertion that raised more q...
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Nueva Ecija stock farm boosts hopes for dairy modernization
MANILA, Philippines – A P59-million stock farm in Nueva Ecija brings a new ray of hope for the government’s long-term goal of reducing dependence on dairy imports. The National Dairy Authority (NDA) r...
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BSP unveils Asean 2026, festivals commemorative coins
MANILA, Philippines – The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) unveiled new commemorative coins to celebrate the Philippines’ rich cultural heritage, as well as raise public awareness and foster greater...
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Women in disaster risk reduction
MANILA, Philippines – Next-generation business leader Jessica Sy joined regional policymakers and development leaders at the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction’s Women’s International N...
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Businesses investing in social good
MANILA, Philippines – Corporate impact is typically measured by profits and revenues, yet efforts to support communities, which arguably deliver results just as consequential, receive far less attenti...
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HSBC Philippines hosts gala to mark 150th anniversary
MANILA, Philippines – HSBC Philippines wrapped up its year-long 150th anniversary celebration with the musical “When Dreams Unfold,” a night of history and music, celebrating its legacy. Held at the G...
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Pope visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque, focuses on unifying Christians
ISTANBUL, Turkey — Pope Leo XIV visited Istanbul’s iconic Blue Mosque on Saturday but didn’t stop to pray, as he focused more on bolstering ties with Orthodox patriarchs and promoting courageous steps...
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Overseas? PBA? NCAA star Clint Escamis mulls next move
MANILA, Philippines—Mapua star Clint Escamis has officially played his last game in the NCAA. Escamis returned for his final season in hopes of helping the Cardinals repeat, but only to fall short in...
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LIVE UPDATES: Trillion Peso March vs corruption
MANILA, Philippines — The Trillion Peso March against corruption takes place today at the People Power Monument in Quezon City, with 86 dioceses nationwide supporting the movement. Protests, triggered...
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Enrique Gil: Working with Piolo Pascual like ‘an early Christmas gift’
Enrique Gil admitted that working with Piolo Pascual in the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2025 entry “Manila’s Finest” feels like an “early Christmas gift,” while expressing his excitement for the...
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Family first: Jude Garcia declined Alas invite to care for pregnant wife
MANILA, Philippines — Many have been wondering why Jude Garcia, a many-time MVP in the Spikers’ Turf, isn’t part of the Philippine men’s volleyball program. Truth is, Garcia got a call-up to be part o...
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271 surrendered loose firearms in Maguindanao del Sur destroyed
COTABATO CITY – A total of 271 assorted unlicensed guns, surrendered by civilians to military and local officials in Maguindanao del Sur, were destroyed on Thursday to prevent them from being used in...
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BFAR: Red tide up in Surigao del Sur's Lianga Bay, 4 other areas
TANDAG CITY, Surigao del Sur – The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has alerted the public that Lianga Bay in Surigao del Sur province is among several bays in the country that are con...
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Laguindingan Airport maintenance, repair works done
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Travelers passing through the Laguindingan International Airport (LIA), the primary gateway to Northern Mindanao, can expect smoother operations following the completion of criti...
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Bukidnon diocese gears up for Trillion Peso March
MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon — Construction crews were busy refining the massive stage and electrical setup beside the San Isidro Cathedral earlier this week, preparing the site for the November 30 natio...
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Grand Lotto 6/55, Lotto 6/42 draws end with no jackpot winner
MANILA, Philippines—The latest draw of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) held on November 29, 2025, ended without a jackpot winner. The draw results for the major and digit games are as...