Solon wants informal economy workers granted health insurance

Inquirer.net - Nov 3, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — A lawmaker has asked his colleagues in the House to approve a measure that would grant health insurance to workers in the informal economy, to ensure that they will have a financial safety net during unanticipated health crises. In a statement on Tuesday, Quezon City Rep. Patrick Michael Vargas said he has

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Mangroves now shield Balanga from floods, serve as fishing lifeline

Nov 3, 2026

Mangroves now shield Balanga from floods, serve as fishing lifeline

MANILA, Philippines — For years, Balanga City’s degraded coastlines exposed its communities to flooding, and fish catches declined, especially during storms. Among those who witnessed those times was Jaime Buenaventura, chair of the City Fishery and Aquatic Resources Management Council (CFARMC). “Before, many people would cut down and gather wood from our mangroves. Because of

Lawmakers also ‘denied’ transparency in 2027 budget bill

Nov 3, 2026

Lawmakers also ‘denied’ transparency in 2027 budget bill

MANILA, Philippines — Deputy Speaker Ronaldo Puno on Tuesday said budget transparency had been denied not only to the public but also to members of the House of Representatives, many of whom were allegedly unaware of the details of the allocations approved by the chamber.  “Transparency has not only been denied by the House leadership

M6 crash LIVE as traffic delays building after collision between lorry and car

Nov 3, 2026

M6 crash LIVE as traffic delays building after collision between lorry and car

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Edsa busway still exclusive to buses amid temporary scheme in one stretch

Nov 3, 2026

Edsa busway still exclusive to buses amid temporary scheme in one stretch

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Tuesday clarified that the Edsa busway will remain exclusive to passenger buses, even as some lanes between Quezon City and Mandaluyong City will be temporarily opened to private vehicles. The DPWH said that private vehicles will only be allowed to pass through Lane

EuroMillions results: Winning lottery numbers for tonight's £82M draw - Tuesday, November 3

Nov 3, 2026

EuroMillions results: Winning lottery numbers for tonight's £82M draw - Tuesday, November 3

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Two Australians confirmed among dozens dead after devastating high-speed train crash in Spain

Nov 3, 2026

Two Australians confirmed among dozens dead after devastating high-speed train crash in Spain

More than 500 people were on board a high-speed train when it hit another last week.

Maine senator's office is splattered with paint as ballot machines break and disgruntled Democrats in Michigan and Alaska switch votes: Live updates

Nov 3, 2026

Maine senator's office is splattered with paint as ballot machines break and disgruntled Democrats in Michigan and Alaska switch votes: Live updates

Election Day is here, and President Donald Trump's power is on the line as Republicans brace for a 'blue tsunami.' Follow along the Daily Mail's live blog for updates.

DJ Khaled's Bravo star flight attendant makes jaw-dropping claims about his pilot: Allegations of groping, force-feeding and sick fascination with her feet while aboard $50m private jet... and the surgery that she says made things worse

Nov 3, 2026

DJ Khaled's Bravo star flight attendant makes jaw-dropping claims about his pilot: Allegations of groping, force-feeding and sick fascination with her feet while aboard $50m private jet... and the surgery that she says made things worse

The chief pilot of DJ Khaled's private jet allegedly subjected the hip-hop megastar's personal flight attendant to a campaign of sexual harassment.

Ridon: Senate unlikely to sustain Sara Duterte broad evidence objections

Nov 3, 2026

Ridon: Senate unlikely to sustain Sara Duterte broad evidence objections

MANILA, Philippines — The Senate impeachment court is unlikely to grant Vice President Sara Duterte’s broad objections to the prosecution’s formal offer of evidence, Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon said on Tuesday Ridon, an impeachment prosecutor, said Duterte’s lawyers virtually objected to all evidence presented by the prosecution concerning the unexplained wealth charge, including her

Migrants handed settled status thanks to Labour's immigration U-turn will face having it cancelled, Tory leader Kemi Badenoch vows

Nov 3, 2026

Migrants handed settled status thanks to Labour's immigration U-turn will face having it cancelled, Tory leader Kemi Badenoch vows

The Conservative leader said foreign workers who fail to make a 'net contribution' to the country will lose so-called settled status, also known as 'indefinite leave to remain'.

Active cop arrested in Pangasinan drug raid; P5.5M ‘shabu’ seized

Nov 3, 2026

Active cop arrested in Pangasinan drug raid; P5.5M ‘shabu’ seized

CALASIAO, Pangasinan — Anti-drug authorities arrested an active police officer and seized more than 812 grams of suspected “shabu” (crystal meth) worth P5.5 million during a raid on his residence in Barangay Aserda, Mapandan town in this province. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Region 1 identified the suspect as a chief master sergeant. READ:

Hidden threat that makes planes drop from sky: New expert analysis reveals how 'moderate turbulence' on Florida private jet turned unstoppably fatal

Nov 3, 2026

Hidden threat that makes planes drop from sky: New expert analysis reveals how 'moderate turbulence' on Florida private jet turned unstoppably fatal

It was shortly before 12.48pm on Sunday when the mundane-seeming message to Miami Route Air Traffic Control came in: 'moderate turbulence.'

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