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Former Brazilian President begins serving 27-yr sentence for 2022 coup attempt

ST. PAUL — Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro has begun serving his 27-year and three-month prison sentence…

Jakarta is now the world’s most populous city

JAKARTA – This Indonesian capital city has officially become the world’s most highly populated city, according to…

Stroke cases seen to rise as Christmas season festivities intensify 

A health specialist has recently warned of a possible increase in stroke cases with the onset…

PhilHealth urges Pinoys to use antibiotics responsibly

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has urged Filipinos to practice responsible use of antibiotics. The…

Lung cancer still the most common among Filipino men

 By Ma. Teresa Montemayor MANILA – Lung cancer remains the most common cancer ailments among Filipino men,…

AMLC secures more freeze orders on suspected P11.7-B “kurakot” assets

The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), has secured more freeze orders covering around P11.7 billion worth of…

SSS exec cites high resolution rate vis-à-vis public complaints

MANILA – The Social Security System (SSS) is addressing complaints they receive with about 99.3 percent resolution…

Big-time diesel prices rollback anticipated next week

MANILA – Domestic diesel prices are seen to decline by as much as P3.20 per liter next…

S&P affirmation of PH’s credit ratings pushes PSEi, PHP up

By Joann Villanueva MANILA – S&P Global Ratings’ affirmation of its investment-grade rating for the Philippines on…

DTI optimistic about sustained exports’ growth

MANILA – Philippine exports sustained its double-digit growth in October as it recovered from the impact of…