Labour accused of raiding roads budget to pay for ballooning benefits bill as two dozen highways projects aimed at cutting traffic, boosting the economy and reducing accidents are axed

Daily Mail - Oct 19, 2026

Several backbenchers are said to be furious about the axed projects after receiving private letters from ministers saying schemes in their seats were among them.

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Wrap up VP trial by year-end, biz leader urges Senate

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The chair of a leading business group hopes the Senate would be able to conclude Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial before year-end, warning that prolonging the proceedings into 2027 could distract lawmakers from their legislative duties and scrutiny of the national budget. Makati Business Club (MBC) chair Edgar Chua welcomed the prosecution’s decision to

News Reflection: Bongbong Marcos didn’t get what he wanted

Oct 19, 2026

News Reflection: Bongbong Marcos didn’t get what he wanted

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'Unless action is taken there is a significant risk of future deaths'

[EDITORIAL] Cruelty is not wit — itigil ang disabled-shaming

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[EDITORIAL] Cruelty is not wit — itigil ang disabled-shaming

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No dynasty, no celebrity: Cielo Magno to take shot at Senate

Oct 19, 2026

No dynasty, no celebrity: Cielo Magno to take shot at Senate

MANILA, Philippines — Former Finance Undersecretary Cielo Magno is positioning herself as an alternative to traditional politicians in the next general elections, proposing fiscal reforms to jump-start a slowing economy. Magno, 48, made public last week her intent to run for the Senate in the 2028 polls, embarking on an uphill bid to build name

Marcos orders creation of carbon market

Oct 19, 2026

Marcos orders creation of carbon market

MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has ordered the creation of a carbon market framework that will allow farmers and businesses, even regular folks from communities, to earn additional income by protecting forests, planting trees, and adopting clean energy. Marcos signed, on Oct. 13, Executive Order No. 127 directing the government to establish a national carbon

Unlicensed foreign traders: Don't take matters into own hands, Yeoh tells public

Oct 19, 2026

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Lack of inspection facilities blamed for smuggling of agri goods -- farmers' group

Oct 19, 2026

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The lack of inspection facilities for imported agricultural products is contributing to the rampant entry of smuggled goods into the country, a farmers group lamented on Monday.

The truth about the deal that changed Manchester

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SPECIAL REPORT: Abu Dhabi’s investment helped transform Manchester, turning derelict neighbourhoods into some of the city’s most desirable places to live. But as questions grow over land deals, public money and the influence of City’s owners, did the city get a fair deal in return? For the first time this is the never-before-told story of the deal and its consequences.

Inquirer report on PH debt wins CMMA

Oct 19, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines — The Inquirer’s two-part special report on the country’s growing debt, its historical and legal origins as well as impact on government spending and funding for public services won Best News Coverage in the 48th Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA). The report was written by Krixia Subingsubing, Nyah de Leon and Dexter Cabalza,

Erwin Tulfo 'hurt' by 3 senators' vote backing ouster petition

Oct 19, 2026

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Sen. Erwin Tulfo on Monday said he was hurt by the reported vote of three fellow senators in favor of a petition seeking to unseat him.

Agusan del Sur reels from dengue surge

Oct 19, 2026

Agusan del Sur reels from dengue surge

SAN FRANCISCO, AGUSAN DEL SUR, Philippines — The province, which was placed under a dengue outbreak two weeks ago, has recorded 16 deaths and 2,572 cases since the start of the year, prompting public schools to implement emergency mosquito-control measures as children and adolescents account for a significant share of infections. The provincial government declared

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