Naomi Osaka pulled out of the Japan Open ahead of her quarter-final on Friday after the four-time Grand Slam champion failed to recover from a leg injury. The former world number one was tearful after struggling through her last-16 match against defending champion Suzan Lamens in Osaka on Wednesday. READ: Naomi Osaka battles injury to reach Japan Open quarterfinals Top seed Osaka, who turned 28 this week, was supposed to face Romania’s Jaqueline Cristian in the last eight. “We regret to announce that Naomi Osaka has not recovered from a left leg injury sustained during the second round of this […]... Keep on reading: Naomi Osaka pulls out of Japan Open quarterfinals with injury

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MANILA, Philippines — United States (US) Embassy acting deputy chief of mission Michael Kelleher appeared at the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) building on Friday. He was set to meet with the commission at 2 p.m. READ: ICI eyes forfeiture of P5-B assets tied to flood mess Upon entering the building at 1:58 p.m., Kelleher was welcomed by ICI chair Andres Reyes and commissioner Rogelio “Babes” Singson.  The ICI earlier told the media that their meeting would start at 2 p.m. but has yet to provide its specific agenda. The ICI is currently conducting an investigation on the alleged anomalies […]... Keep on reading: WATCH: US Embassy acting deputy chief of mission meets with ICI

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MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Friday said it deported two Japanese fugitives wanted for robbery. The BI identified the two Japanese nationals as Hoshino Takuya, 24, and Kunio Aihara, 62, who were arrested in separate operations in April and June. READ: BI deports members of Japanese syndicate “Both were deported via Japan Airlines flight bound for Tokyo on the morning of October 16,” the BI said in a statement. “Their names have been included in the BI’s blacklist, permanently barring them from re-entering the country,” it added. Hoshino was arrested in Las Piñas City on April […]... Keep on reading: BI deports two Japanese fugitives

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MANILA, Philippines — Youth groups and students from various universities in Manila converge at Mendiola on Friday afternoon to protest against corruption. University groups from Intramuros, Taft Avenue, University Belt, and Katipunan demanded accountability from the government in relation to the alleged misuse of public funds, particularly on the flood control project anomalies nationwide. READ: More anti-corruption rallies set on Oct. 17, 21 in Manila They chanted, “Ikulong na ’yan, mga kurakot,” the same calls made from the series of anti-corruption protest by multi-sectoral groups since early September this year. Universities have organized their very own rallies and academic walkouts […]... Keep on reading: WATCH: Youth groups, students rally against corruption in Mendiola

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Portugal great Cristiano Ronaldo once again topped the Forbes highest-paid footballers list for the 2025-26 season, as one of three members of the top 10 plying their trade in Saudi Arabia. It is the sixth time in the last decade that Ronaldo has topped the Forbes list and comes just over a week after Bloomberg announced that the 40-year-old had become football’s first billionaire. READ: Cristiano Ronaldo says retirement won’t be a ‘difficult decision’ With on- and off-field earnings of an estimated $280 million, Al Nassr’s Ronaldo will earn more than double that of second-placed rival Lionel Messi, whose $130 […]... Keep on reading: Cristiano Ronaldo tops Forbes footballer rich list again

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MANDAUE CITY — Repair works at the Mandaue City Public Market have officially started following the damage it sustained during the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck northern Cebu on September 30. According to City Administrator Atty. Gonzalo Malig-on, the installation of beams along Zamora Street has begun last Tuesday, Oct. 14,  while a crane has been deployed behind the market for the removal of the damaged canopy. He added that the works are expected to be completed within a week, after which some of the displaced vendors can already return to their stalls. READ: Mandaue public market operations back to […]... Keep on reading: Mandaue City Public Market undergoes repair after 6.9 earthquake

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PVL SCHEDULE: 2025 Reinforced Conference MANILA, Philippines — Marlee Smith said she has more to offer to Choco Mucho after scoring 20 points in what she called a “jittery debut” in the PVL Reinforced Conference. Smith, who missed the previous straight-set win over Cignal due to the lack of a special working permit, finally played her first game in the PVL, only for Choco Mucho to be swept by PLDT, 25-21, 25-20, 25-19, on Thursday night at Smart Araneta Coliseum. “It was a little nerve-wracking. I feel like this first game was for me to get the jitters out. It […]... Keep on reading: PVL: Marlee Smith expects to do better for Choco Mucho after debut

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CEBU CITY — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visited the municipalities of San Remigio and Bogo City in northern Cebu on Friday to oversee the ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts for families affected by the recent 6.9-magnitude earthquake. READ: Marcos glad to see progress in gov’t response to Cebu quake victims Accompanied by Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian, Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon, and other local officials, the President went first to San Remigio to inspect the Bayanihan Village, a relocation site designed to provide temporary housing for displaced residents. Under […]... Keep on reading: Marcos visits quake-hit San Remigio, Bogo City to check rehab efforts

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MANILA, Philippines — Corruption allegations surrounding the government’s flood mitigation projects might have affected some of the programs of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA). At a Senate hearing on Thursday, Sen. JV Ejercito noted the “unfunded items” under the MMDA’s P5.8 billion budget proposal for 2026. “MMDA submitted a total proposal of P13.576 billion, but only P5.884 billion was recommended by the DBM (Department of Budget and Management) in the 2026 National Expenditure Program, representing a reduction of P7.692B or 56.66 percent,” Ejercito, who was presiding over the meeting, said. Some of these unfunded projects, according to Ejercito, include […]... Keep on reading: MMDA's P7B budget cut may be due to flood control projects -- Artes

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visits the site of the Bogo Tent City in northern Cebu where displaced quake victims are staying

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For couples preparing to walk down the aisle, finding the perfect symbol of love is one of the most memorable parts of the journey. At Diagold SM Seaside City Cebu, that search just got easier.  The fine jewelry brand is putting wedding jewelry in the spotlight, transforming its SM Seaside brand into a go-to destination for couples who want their love story to sparkle for a lifetime. A one-stop shop for wedding jewelry Behind Diagold’s sparkle is a brand that listens to love stories. CEO Jennifer Q. V. Ty shares that many clients have been looking for customized engagement and […]... Keep on reading: Say “I Do” with Diagold Weddings, where every love story shines

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The Korean author was known for her bestselling book ‘I Want to Die But I Want to Eat Tteokbokki,’ a therapy memoir that focused on mental health

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The Golden State Warriors claim the top spot in Sportico's rankings for most valuable NBA teams for the fifth consecutive year

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Ang kamag-anak ni Pepito (Michael V.) na si Rex (Jeffrey Hidalgo) from Boston, Massachusetts may dalang mala bagyong yabang! Abangan ang mangyayari sa 'Pepito Manaloto: Tuloy Ang Kuwento' sa darating na October 18 sa oras na 6:15 p.m.. One Click Lang! Mae-enjoy mo na lahat ng mga Kapuso comedy shows sa YouLol. Kaya mag-subscribe na sa Official Kapuso Laugh Channel on Youtube.

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