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Carla Abellana marries doctor partner in private ceremony

Carla Abellana marries doctor partner in private ceremony

By Kathleen A. Llemit | 8 hours ago
Carla Abellana was a dreamy vision during her weekend wedding with her non-showbiz partner Dr. Reginald Santos. 
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Eala splits two matches in Macau Tennis Masters opener

Eala splits two matches in Macau Tennis Masters opener

By John Bryan Ulanday | 21 hours ago
Alex Eala went 1-1 in her first two events before a gigantic duel against World No. 9 Mirra Andreeva of Russia at the 2025...
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Ilokano couple sells Vigan-style Longganisa to homesick Pinoys in US

Ilokano couple sells Vigan-style Longganisa to homesick Pinoys in US

By Raoul J. Chee Kee | 6 hours ago
What started as a side hustle has now become a mom-and-pop shop for this Filipino immigrant couple. 
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Torre can enforce needed discipline in Metro Manila – lawmaker

Torre can enforce needed discipline in Metro Manila – lawmaker

By Jose Rodel Clapano | 17 hours ago
Newly appointed Metropolitan Manila Development Authority general manager and former police general Nicolas Torre can...
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Project NOAH to improve hazard maps

Project NOAH to improve hazard maps

By EJ Macababbad | 2 days ago
Set to receive fresh and substantial funding from the government, the team behind Project NOAH plans to enhance its hazard...
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Charo Santos and Barbie Forteza co-star in a drama written and directed by award-winning director Brillante Mendoza.

A poetic turn for Barbie Forteza, Charo Santos under Brillante Mendoza

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Alexandra Eala of the Philippines returns a shot against Madison Keys during Day 6 of the Miami Open at the Hard Rock Stadium on March 23, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - DECEMBER 27: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks shoots over Isaac Okoro #35 of the Chicago Bulls during the first half at the United Center on December 27, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Giannis triumphant in NBA return as Spurs win streak ends

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A mini burger, mini fries and mini beer, Clinton Hall�s "Teeny Weeny Mini Meal�, is pictured next to a regular-sized combo on December 8, 2025 in New York City. Approximately one in eight American adults are currently taking drugs from the class of GLP-1 agonists that are now popular for weight loss, according to a November poll by the non-profit health policy tracker KFF. Some in the restaurant industry are taking note. Clinton Hall is one of a handful of dining establishments in the city offering smaller portions for smaller appetites at a reduced price.

Ozempic meals? Restaurants shrink portions to match bite-sized hunger

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Thirdy Ravena enters free agency

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Junior netters continue to hone craft at Crank It tilt

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Perry Bamonte of The Cure performs at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre on May 20, 2023 in Chula Vista, California. The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte has died aged 65, the legendary British dark rock band announced on Friday, December 26.

The Cure guitarist, keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65

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Commuters from the private sector avail themselves of free rides on Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) at Antipolo Station in Masinag, Antipolo, Rizal, on December 23, 2025.

Nearly 3 million riders availed of free December train rides

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A man buries his face in his hands, weighed down by worry and uncertainty.

Worrying like a warrior 

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Traders work on the floor of the New York stock Exchange (NYSE) during a shortened trading day before the Christmas holiday on December 24, 2025 in New York City.

S&P 500 surges to record after strong US economic report

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JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 21: CJ. Stroud #7 of the Houston Texans hands off to Nick Chubb #21 of the Houston Texans during the second half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on September 21, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.

Texans edge Chargers to reach NFL playoffs

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Commuters board and alight the LRT-2 train at various stations in Quezon City and Manila on March 5, 2023.

Libreng sakay: LRT-2, MRT-3 offer free rides on Rizal Day

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Details of official posters for "I'mPerfect," an entry to the Metro Manila Film Festival in December 2026.

'I'mPerfect' wins top MMFF 2025 prize as 'Manila's Finest,' 'Unmarry' dominate

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Vice Ganda wins the Best Actor award at the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival Gabi ng Parangal.

'Ako nga, at last': Vice Ganda cherishes MMFF 2025 Best Actor win

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Japan's boxer Naoya Inoue celebrates with the winner's belt after beating Mexico's boxer David Picasso in the "The Ring V night of Samurai" final major fight card of the year at the Mohammed Abdo Arena in Riyadh on December 27, 2025.

'Tired' Inoue beats Picasso by unanimous decision to end grueling year

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A nativity figurine depicting the infant Jesus with Mary and Joseph.

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�The Office of the Ombudsman sees this as the natural flow of things. The ICI was established during the transition from one ombudsman to another to ensure quick and reliable fact-finding and investigation,� Clavano said in a statement, when sought for comment on the resignation of ICI commissioner Rossana Fajardo effective Dec. 31.

Ombudsman ready to take on ICI tasks

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This handout photo from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) taken and received on December 13, 2025, shows coast guard personnel attending to injured fishermen after an incident with China Coast Guard near Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea.

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Composite photo of former DPWH secretary Rogelio Singson (left), SGV.Co.'s managing partner Rossana Fajardo (center), former associate justice of the Supreme Court Andres Reyes Jr. and Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong.

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This handout photo released by Agence Kampuchea Press (AKP) on December 27, 2025 shows Cambodia's defence minister Tea Seiha (L) and Thailand's defence minister Nattaphon Narkphanit (R) posing with documents during the special General Border Committee (GBC) meeting at a border checkpoint in Thailand's Chanthaburi province.

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Alexandra Eala of the Philippines returns a shot against Madison Keys during Day 6 of the Miami Open at the Hard Rock Stadium on March 23, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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