Solar-powered water pumps seen to help save rice crops in Ilocos Norte

Inquirer.net - Oct 17, 2026

SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) in the Ilocos region turned over three solar-powered irrigation projects in Piddig, Ilocos Norte, to improve water access for farmers and boost agricultural productivity. The Bimmanga, Sallaguid and San Antonio projects will provide irrigation to 45 hectares of farmland, using solar energy to help ensure

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Cagayan Rep. Lara under probe for possible plunder

Oct 17, 2026

Cagayan Rep. Lara under probe for possible plunder

MANILA, Philippines—The Office of the Ombudsman on Saturday said it has initiated a preliminary investigation against Cagayan Rep. Joseph Lasam Lara and members of his family over alleged financial interests in construction companies that bagged billions worth of government contracts. In a statement, the Ombudsman said Lara is being probed for possible plunder under Republic

Inside Six Flags' ghoulish 'fright night' just four days after father plunged to his death: Uneasy families line up for tamest rides after being refused refunds by park despite rollercoaster tragedy

Oct 17, 2026

Inside Six Flags' ghoulish 'fright night' just four days after father plunged to his death: Uneasy families line up for tamest rides after being refused refunds by park despite rollercoaster tragedy

Visitors were greeted by deserted rides, blood-themed cocktails and gruesome Halloween displays, while some families claimed they were denied refunds despite safety concerns.

Mother of hero who brought down Oregon school shooter reveals heartbreaking call moments later: 'Mom, I couldn't save them all'

Oct 17, 2026

Mother of hero who brought down Oregon school shooter reveals heartbreaking call moments later: 'Mom, I couldn't save them all'

Kenda Freeman received a call from her son, Kaylub Giamanco immediately after the father-of-two had shot Griffin John II, 16, dead inside the Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon.

Boy, 16, on flying lesson and 'passionate' instructor aged 80 are both killed as light aircraft comes down at beauty spot

Oct 17, 2026

Boy, 16, on flying lesson and 'passionate' instructor aged 80 are both killed as light aircraft comes down at beauty spot

An 80-year-old flying instructor has died along with his 16-year-old student in a light aircraft crash in hills near Loch Lomond.

Strictly's Will Best brings Dianne Buswell to tears in emotional admission

Oct 17, 2026

Strictly's Will Best brings Dianne Buswell to tears in emotional admission

Will and Dianne bonded over becoming parents for the first time

Body is found in search for missing boy, 17, at British country park

Oct 17, 2026

Body is found in search for missing boy, 17, at British country park

Teenager Kristijonas Demcenko was last seen at 2.30pm on Monday in Milngavie, at the junction between Mugdock Road and Douglas Street.

The tragedy that haunted the late queen: Fire service photos of Aberfan disaster that killed 116 children and 28 adults are revealed for first time ahead of 60th anniversary

Oct 17, 2026

The tragedy that haunted the late queen: Fire service photos of Aberfan disaster that killed 116 children and 28 adults are revealed for first time ahead of 60th anniversary

After three weeks of heavy rainfall, at 9.15 am, on October 21, 1966, coal tip No.7 collapsed, sending 150,000 tonnes of slurry barrelling into the primary school and 19 homes in Aberfan.

MapQuest's new 'surveillance layer' feature flags Flock cameras on users' routes

Oct 17, 2026

MapQuest's new 'surveillance layer' feature flags Flock cameras on users' routes

MapQuest added a new feature to its mobile app Thursday that allows users to turn on a “surveillance layer” to find known license plate readers in their route. “The Roads Have Eyes!,” MapQuest said on social platform Bluesky Thursday announcing the new feature. “Turn on the Surveillance Layer in Map Options to see known license...

Concerns raised over unfinished gov’t-MILF peace pact

Oct 17, 2026

Concerns raised over unfinished gov’t-MILF peace pact

MANILA, Philippines — The agreement between the government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) could be erased if the peace process remains unfinished, political scientist Yasmira Moner of the Mindanao State University said. This, as President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has yet to meet with the MILF Chairman Al Haj Murad Ebrahim to sign

Dunelm's £28 gadget that keeps cold feet 'warm and toasty' in winter without turning the central heating on

Oct 17, 2026

Dunelm's £28 gadget that keeps cold feet 'warm and toasty' in winter without turning the central heating on

"Bought as a gift for my elderly mum and she says it's perfect for winter and did a great job warming her feet"

Arndale Centre stabbing LIVE as armed police descend and boy, 14, seriously injured

Oct 17, 2026

Arndale Centre stabbing LIVE as armed police descend and boy, 14, seriously injured

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Sen. Erwin Tulfo posts backstabbing cartoon after failed bid to oust him

Oct 17, 2026

Sen. Erwin Tulfo posts backstabbing cartoon after failed bid to oust him

Sen. Erwin Tulfo posts an uncredited cartoon on his official Facebook page, where is being depicted to be stabbed by three of his fellow senators on Oct. 17, 2026. (PHOTO FROM ERWIN TULFO FB) MANILA, Philippines — Rather that directly addressing the issue with his colleagues, Sen. Erwin Tulfo on Saturday decided to take a swipe at

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