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KING Charles III has expressed his “deepest and most heartfelt sympathy” to the families who have lost their loved ones during the recent natural disasters that struck the Philippines. The British Embassy in Manila on Tuesday shared the King’s message on X. Charles said that he and his wife, Camilla, “have been deeply concerned by the news of typhoons and floods that have affected the Philippines in recent weeks and are profoundly saddened to hear of further loss of life.” “I am well aware that the suffering has been compounded by the devastating effects of two earthquakes in October and our hearts go out to all those who are so cruelly affected by these catastrophic natural disasters,” he said. At least 76 people were killed when a magnitude-6.9 earthquake struck Bogo City, Cebu, on Sept. 30. The king also paid “special tribute to the emergency services who have suffered their own tragic losses as they have assisted in the rescue efforts.” Six personnel of the Philippine Air Force died when their helicopter crashed in Agusan del Sur on Nov. 4 while on a humanitarian and disaster response mission following the onslaught of Typhoon Tino. “Our thoughts and continued prayers are with all who are enduring such appalling suffering at this time,” he said. The Philippines, through the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), expressed its sincere appreciation for the offers of humanitarian assistance from the international community for relief and recovery operations following the widespread destruction in Cebu and other parts of Central Philippines resulting from Typhoon Tino. “We are also deeply heartened by the many messages of sympathy and solidarity that we received from our international partners,” the DFA said in a statement on Nov. 7. “We welcome, in particular, the announcement of Timor-Leste, the newest member of Asean (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), to deploy 120 Timorese engineers and firefighters to assist in the cleaning and rehabilitation of affected areas,” the DFA added.

• The Manila Times
• 1 gün, 14 saat, 32 dakika

... Keep on reading: Tuldok, November 12, 2025

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SYDNEY — As if deadly snakes, spiders and sharks were not enough, Australia now has a new creepy critter: a “lucifer” bee with devil-like horns. The species — dubbed Megachile (Hackeriapis) lucifer — was found in the state of Western Australia, Curtin University announced on Tuesday. Kit Prendergast at the university’s School of Molecular and Life Sciences discovered the bee while surveying a critically endangered wildflower in 2019 and was immediately drawn to the insect’s unique appearance. “The female had these incredible little horns on her face,” she said. A fan of the Netflix TV show “Lucifer,” she said the name was the perfect fit for the bee’s distinctively devilish appearance. “It’s the first new member of this bee group to be described in more than 20 years, which really shows how much life we still have to discover,” Prendergast said. She added that she hopes the discovery will raise awareness about the number of undiscovered species that could still be out there, especially in areas threatened by mining. “Many mining companies still don’t survey for native bees, so we may be missing undescribed species, including those that play crucial roles in supporting threatened plants and ecosystems,” she said. “Without knowing which native bees exist and what plants they depend on, we risk losing both before we even realize they’re there.” Almost all flowering plants depend on wild pollinators, particularly bees, but habitat loss and climate change are driving many vital species to the brink of extinction.

• The Manila Times
• 1 gün, 14 saat, 40 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. praised government agencies for saving lives during the peak of Super Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-wong) by implementing preemptive evacuations in communities along its path. “I want to thank our local governments, first responders, and volunteers for acting quickly and working together to keep our people safe,” Marcos said in a statement as he presided over a post-Uwan briefing in Malacañang. “The preemptive evacuations you carried out made all the difference. Your swift action made a tremendous impact,” he added. As of Tuesday, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported at […]... Keep on reading: Marcos lauds LGUs’ quick preemptive response to Typhoon Uwan

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• 1 gün, 14 saat, 46 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — The government’s intelligence agencies are now verifying columnist Ramon “Mon” Tulfo’s allegation that the Duterte family was among those behind a purported attempt by retired military officials to undermine the Marcos administration. Palace press officer Claire Castro said Tulfo’s claim on social media has already reached the Armed Forces of the Philippines and has been relayed to the intelligence community for “monitoring and verification.” “But it doesn’t mean that just because something is said on social media, it should be believed immediately. It still needs to be validated,” she said during a briefing on Tuesday. In a […]... Keep on reading: AFP, intel agencies probe Tulfo’s list on alleged Marcos ouster plot

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• 1 gün, 14 saat, 46 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday defended first lady Liza Araneta-Marcos’ engagements last week, even as the country grappled with the aftermath of Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi). Netizens criticized the first lady’s activities, documented on her social media, as poorly timed and insensitive. While she attended high-society events, many Filipinos were left homeless as floods submerged their communities at the typhoon’s peak. On Nov. 6, the first lady led the book launch of the latest edition of the “Philippine First Ladies’ Portraits” at the Goldenberg Mansion within the Malacañang complex in Manila. Earlier that day, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. […]... Keep on reading: Palace: Liza Marcos’ events didn’t hinder aid to typhoon victims

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MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed disapproval upon learning that some local government officials were out of the country while their communities bore the brunt of Typhoon Tino and Super Typhoon Uwan last week. “First and foremost, the president disapproves of this behavior. He does not want leaders who are complacent or just being ‘chill-chill,’” Palace press officer Claire Castro said during a briefing on Tuesday. “Public service should always be for the people, especially in times like these when citizens rely on the government. It is not acceptable to take things lightly — public service should […]... Keep on reading: Marcos 'disapproves' of officials missing in action during disasters

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MANILA, Philippines–Chery Tiggo kept its quarterfinal hopes alive with a dramatic 27-25, 23-25, 25-12, 22-25, 15-13 victory over Capital1 in a grueling PVL Reinforced Conference match Tuesday at FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan. Leading the charge was Yuni Batista, who scored a tournament-high 41 points, including the match-winning hit that sealed the victory. In a tense fifth set, Chery Tiggo led 14-11 before Capital1 rallied to 13-14. After a Capital1 dig, Batista reset and finished the clinching point off a pass from Alina Bicar. “I didn’t think too much; I just took it point by point,” said Batista, who […]... Keep on reading: PVL: Chery Tiggo outlasts Capital1 behind Yuni Batista's 41

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Today’s headlines: Ping Lacson, Juan Ponce Enrile, Pope Leo

• Rappler
• 1 gün, 15 saat, 25 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — A mother was arrested for allegedly attempting to sell her male baby online in Bulacan, the Philippine National Police Women and Children’s Protection Center (PNP WCPC) said on Tuesday. In a statement, the PNP WCPC said it entrapped the woman in an operation last Nov. 5 in Marilao. The police did not […]... Keep on reading: Bulacan mother nabbed for trying to sell her baby online

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• 1 gün, 15 saat, 31 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives is ready to assist in rebuilding communities affected by successive typhoons and to help make them more resilient to future calamities, Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III said on Tuesday. In his speech during the resumption of Congress’ session, Dy assured victims of Typhoon Tino and Super Typhoon Uwan that they are in lawmakers’ prayers and that the House will help them recover. “Before everything else, we extend our deepest condolences to the families severely affected by the successive calamities across the country. We are with you in prayer for your swift recovery. The entire […]... Keep on reading: House to help communities bounce back better after typhoons

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• 1 gün, 15 saat, 33 dakika

Ahtisa Manalo relived her days as a majorette in Quezon Province when she showcased her baton-twirling skills during a recent activity for the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand. Although not holding a baton, the 28-year-old pageant veteran displayed her prowess using a light stick that was handed out to them during their visit at Carnival Magic in Phuket on Monday, Nov. 10. Manalo appeared in a festive frock made by designer Cherry Veric, in tune with the carnival vibe of the event in her flouncy short dress showered with shimmering sequins in different bright colors. The 122 delegates of […]... Keep on reading: Ahtisa Manalo displays baton-twirling prowess at Miss Universe 2025 carnival

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MANILA, Philippines–Volleyball player Ike Barilea, a member of the Alas Pilipinas men’s national team program, passed away on Tuesday. He was 21. The national volleyball team announced his passing in a Facebook post. No cause of death was given. Barilea just turned 21 two days ago. “The court feels emptier, and our hearts heavier. Rest easy, ALAS IKE BARILEA. Thank you for the laughter, the memories, and the heart you gave to the team. Heaven gained an angel, but we lost a piece of ours. Fly high, our dear ALAS,” the post read. Barilea, a spiker from Negros, first gained […]... Keep on reading: Ike Barilea, member of Alas Pilipinas men's team, dies at 21

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• 1 gün, 15 saat, 47 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — A barangay captain in Maguindanao del Sur was arrested for his alleged involvement in the 2023 killing of another barangay’s captain and councilor in the same province, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) said on Tuesday. In a statement, the CIDG only identified the arrested suspect as the current captain of Barangay Datu Salibo named “Nasser.” The police said the arrest stemmed from a warrant for two counts of murder issued by a Shariff Aguak court on Oct. 11, 2023 with no bail recommended. The CIDG did not specify the court that issued the warrant. READ: […]... Keep on reading: Maguindanao barangay captain arrested for village chief, councilor slay

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• 1 gün, 15 saat, 49 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. lauded former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Tuesday for his advocacy and leadership in promoting climate resilience and sustainability, particularly in vulnerable countries like the Philippines. The Philippine leader welcomed Ban during a courtesy call at Malacañan Palace. “I am glad that you continue this very important work…. What you are doing — sustainability — is key to the survival of my country, considering we are so vulnerable to the effects of climate change,” Marcos said. READ: PH Senate honors ex-UN chief Ban Ki-Moon’s ‘extraordinary’ work Ban expressed hope that the […]... Keep on reading: Marcos lauds Ban for leadership in climate resilience, sustainability

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