To protect 55 witnesses, prosecutors seek 'special measures' during Duterte's ICC trial

GMA Network - Nov 5, 2026

THE HAGUE, Netherlands -- With less than a month before the International Criminal Court"s (ICC) trial of Rodrigo Duterte, prosecutors are asking for “in-court protective and special measures” for 55 witnesses from the Philippines and abroad from various security risks.

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Police interview tapes show nervous Russell Brand as he is quizzed over rape and sexual assaults

Nov 5, 2026

Police interview tapes show nervous Russell Brand as he is quizzed over rape and sexual assaults

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Dangerous heat index expected in 3 areas on Friday – Pagasa

Nov 5, 2026

Dangerous heat index expected in 3 areas on Friday – Pagasa

MANILA, Philippines — A dangerous heat index is forecast on Friday in Coron, Palawan, as well as in Dipolog City and Butuan City. In its latest heat index forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported that Coron, Palawan may experience a heat index of 43 °C while Dipolog and Butuan may

PTFoMS backs decriminalizing libel

Nov 5, 2026

PTFoMS backs decriminalizing libel

IPIL, Zamboanga Sibugay – The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) expressed support to the moves of the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines and other media groups to decriminalize libel.  Undersecretary Jose Torres Jr., PTFOMS executive director, said it is still necessary to have a libel law for the protection of citizens.

Luistro: No ‘fishing expedition’ in wealth case vs VP Duterte

Nov 5, 2026

Luistro: No ‘fishing expedition’ in wealth case vs VP Duterte

MANILA, Philippines — The House prosecution panel in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial did not go on a “fishing expedition” as its evidence came from her own records, along with those of her husband, lawyer Manases Carpio, and their alleged companies. Rep. Gerville Luistro, the lead prosecutor, made this denial on Wednesday in an

SharkNinja Black Friday 2026: rare discounts on vacuums, air fryers, coffee machines and beauty

Nov 5, 2026

SharkNinja Black Friday 2026: rare discounts on vacuums, air fryers, coffee machines and beauty

SharkNinja rarely reduces so much of its beauty, cleaning and kitchen tech at the same time, but Black Friday is an exception

Denise Welch-approved Boots brand launches £19 wrinkle serum to 'reduce crinkles'

Nov 5, 2026

Denise Welch-approved Boots brand launches £19 wrinkle serum to 'reduce crinkles'

The brand has previously been showered with praise by ITV's Loose Women star Denise Welch

Nursing home admits shortcomings in care of Michelle Pearson, Walkden firebomb inquest told

Nov 5, 2026

Nursing home admits shortcomings in care of Michelle Pearson, Walkden firebomb inquest told

An inquest into the deaths of Michelle Pearson and four of her children is ongoing

Thailand’s Tourism Sector Faces Prolonged Recovery Horizon

Nov 5, 2026

Thailand’s Tourism Sector Faces Prolonged Recovery Horizon

Thailand’s vital tourism sector faces an extended recovery timeline, with industry consensus suggesting the nation may not reclaim its pre-pandemic benchmark of 40 million annual foreign arrivals until 2031 or beyond.

Sept. bank lending growth hit 4-month high

Nov 5, 2026

Sept. bank lending growth hit 4-month high

MANILA, Philippines — Bank loans grew at their fastest pace in four months in September, driven by stronger lending to businesses despite rising interest rates and inflation. Latest data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) showed outstanding loans from big banks rose 11.4 percent from a year earlier to P15.3 trillion. That marked the

Butuan readies Mt. Mayapay View Deck for sustainable, regulated tourism

Nov 5, 2026

Butuan readies Mt. Mayapay View Deck for sustainable, regulated tourism

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Butuan City is moving to balance tourism development and environmental protection as it prepares the popular Mayapay View Site / Mt. MayapayView Deck for broader public access and sustainable eco-tourism. The Butuan City Public Information Office (PIO) reported that a comprehensive evaluation is underway to upgrade safety protocols, establish

Strong lending supports Chinabank’s profit growth to P22.6B

Nov 5, 2026

Strong lending supports Chinabank’s profit growth to P22.6B

MANILA, Philippines — China Banking Corp.’s (Chinabank) profit for January to September climbed 12 percent as the group continued to enjoy stronger lending activity. The Sy family-led bank reported a consolidated net income of P22.6 billion on Thursday, up from P20.2 billion a year ago. READ: Chinabank posted record January-June profit of P14.5B Its stronger

Carney says Canada is ‘confident,’ focus not changing after U.S. midterms

Nov 5, 2026

Carney says Canada is ‘confident,’ focus not changing after U.S. midterms

Prime Minister Mark Carney said his priority remains on putting Canadians first as trade talks resume with the United States.

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