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Philippines Inflation Eases to 6.1% in August

Philippine inflation eased to 6.1% in August from 6.2% in July, driven by slower increases in food, housing, and utility costs. The rate remains above the central bank's target but within its projected range.

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9 Houses Swept Away by Strong Floods in Bataan

Nine houses along the Pita River in Dinalupihan, Bataan, were swept away by strong floodwaters on Thursday. Hundreds of residents living near the river were evacuated, and it remains unclear if anyone was inside the homes at the time of the incident.

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Ferry Trips Canceled Across Philippines Due to Southwest Monsoon

Numerous ferry trips across the Philippines were canceled on the morning of September 4 due to the southwest monsoon (habagat). The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) reported the cancellations, confirmed by various port management offices, impacting transportation and logistics.

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GCash Parent Mynt Eyes Record P92.3B IPO by October 20

GCash's parent company, Mynt, is preparing for what could be the largest IPO in Philippine history, aiming to raise up to P92.3 billion. The company targets an October 20 listing on the Philippine Stock Exchange, having secured initial regulatory clearance.

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Sara Duterte faces arrest warrant over grave threats case

An arrest warrant has been issued against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte for grave threats charges. A court found probable cause, but Duterte's camp intends to pursue legal remedies. The timing of the warrant has drawn attention amid ongoing impeachment proceedings.

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Marcos signs law prioritizing poorest students for college subsidies

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed a new law in Manila, Philippines, prioritizing the country's poorest college and vocational students for government subsidies. This amendment aims to address past data showing aid increasingly benefiting wealthier applicants, striving for fairer educational opportunities.

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DOH Accused of Buying Near-Expiry Drugs for Kickbacks

Philippine Senator Raffy Tulfo accused the Department of Health (DOH) of deliberately purchasing near-expiry medicines from favored suppliers for kickbacks, leading to billions of pesos worth of drugs expiring in government warehouses.

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FDA acting chief grilled over appointment, ties to predecessor

The acting chief of the Philippines' Food and Drug Administration (FDA) faced tough questioning from a senator regarding his appointment and alleged irregularities in his rise, linked to his predecessor. The senator pointed out that the acting chief was appointed over more experienced personnel.

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Sara Duterte faces arrest warrant for grave threats

Vice President Sara Duterte faces an arrest warrant for grave threats against the President, First Lady, and Speaker. Her legal team has stated they will pursue all available legal remedies.

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Palace Respects Court's Arrest Warrant vs. VP Duterte

Malacañang stated it respects the court's decision to issue an arrest warrant against Vice President Sara Duterte over grave threats charges. Duterte's legal team plans to pursue all legal remedies.

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Heavy Rains Forecast for Luzon Until Sunday, Says Pagasa

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) forecasts heavy rains in parts of Luzon until Sunday, September 6, due to the southwest monsoon. Localized thunderstorms are also possible.

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Habagat Rains to Drench Parts of Luzon on Friday

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) announced that the southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat, will bring rains to parts of Luzon on Friday. Intermittent and heavy rainfall is expected, requiring caution.

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Tropical Depression East of Luzon Stays Outside PAR

A tropical depression east of Luzon is unlikely to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). The system is expected to further intensify but is not forecast to directly impact the country.

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Mimaropa police strengthen efforts to detect youth radicalization

The Police Regional Office in Mimaropa, Philippines, is bolstering its capability to detect and address early warning signs of radicalization and violence among the youth through a seminar-workshop on Nihilistic Violent Extremism (NVE).

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Tampakan Merger Poises DHI as Major Philippine Mining Player

DHI is set to transform into a leading Philippine mining entity through its proposed merger with Indophil and Sonar, owners of the Tampakan copper-gold project. This consolidation could position the company with a production scale surpassing major domestic miners.

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Davao City receives P53.11B in national tax allotment from 2022-2026

Malacañang announced that Davao City and its barangays will receive approximately P52.80 billion in National Tax Allotment (NTA) and an additional P314.48 million from other General Appropriations Act (GAA) releases from 2022 to 2026, totaling about P53.11 billion. This was presented in response to claims of insufficient government funding for the city.

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DOJ Chief Welcomes Judiciary Review, Eyes Systemic Improvement

The Philippines' Justice Secretary welcomed the Ombudsman's call for a review of the judiciary, expressing hope for systemic improvements. This move follows court reversals of Ombudsman and DOJ decisions, signaling a push for reform across the legal fraternity.