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MANILA, Philippines — Rovelyn Baterbonia, mother of the late Ateneo basketball player Rene Baterbonia, has gained a new friend in Angelica Yulo, mother of two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo. Read more: mrf.lu/2rvLt

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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to the national cause, adjusting its calendar to support Gilas Pilipinas in their quest to secure a berth in the 2027 FIBA World Cup in Doha, Qatar. Read more: mrf.lu/2rvsR

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The public hasn’t viewed a single frame yet from director Greta Gerwig’s movie adaptation from the classic children’s book series, “The Chronicles of Narnia,” but a casting decision is already generating outrage from many conservative Christian commentators. Read more: mrf.lu/2rvtd

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MANILA, Philippines — Team Philippines secured its most impressive overall medal tally in six decades at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, finishing with 29 total medals consisting of four golds, nine silvers, and 16 bronzes. Read more: mrf.lu/2rvGf

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SAN JUAN, Abra — Police arrested two men allegedly involved in the shooting of a barangay captain and his wife in San Juan, Abra, early Saturday morning. Read more: mrf.lu/2rvN8

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The Manila AQ Prime Assets extended its unbeaten streak to four matches after scoring impressive win on Saturday in the Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP). Read more: mrf.lu/2rb_1

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TIPO-TIPO, Basilan — Ten government personnel, including two army officers, were wounded after a group of armed men ambushed a convoy of six vehicles in Barangay Badja in this municipality on Monday morning, Oct. 5. Read more: mrf.lu/2rbvm

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MANILA, Philippines -- Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala is already eliminated from the WTA Finals after skipping the WTA 1000 China Open for the 20th Asian Games in Japan. Read more: mrf.lu/2rbDl

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THE Department of Agriculture (DA) is expanding food reserves and farm support ahead of an El Niño that could become very strong by year-end and persist into the first half of 2027. Full story in the comment section

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Christa Pike has remained unconscious and on a ventilator at a hospital in the four days since her failed execution in Tennessee, and her prognosis might not be known for days more, one of her lawyers said Sunday. Full story in the comment section

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China denies funding Filipino politicians

MANILA, Philippines — The Chinese embassy in Manila on Monday denied funding a “particular political faction in the Philippines.” Read more: tmt.news/2438693

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MANILA, Philippines — The Chinese embassy in Manila on Monday denied funding a “particular political faction in the Philippines.”

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PORTO, Portugal — Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo can return to the squad if he wishes, despite walking out on his team-mates, said national team coach Jorge Jesus on Sunday. Read more: mrf.lu/2rglx

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LOS ANGELES, United States — The bookish thriller 'Verity' cleaned up in its North American box office debut this weekend while Tom Cruise flopped in 'Digger' playing a rich old guy who thinks he can save the world. Read more: mrf.lu/2rgPc

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LEGAZPI CITY — The Department of Agriculture in Bicol has allotted P3.3 billion budget for farm interventions to help the region’s farmers and fisherfolk mitigate the impact of El Niño, DA regional spokesman Lovela Guarin said. Full story in the comment section

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WASHINGTON, United States — The Pentagon confirmed reports Sunday that the United States has withdrawn all B-1 bomber planes from Royal Air Force Fairford, the UK airbase where a suspicious incident triggered nearby evacuations. Read more: mrf.lu/2rgVf

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BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Lionel Messi will bring the curtain down on his glittering Argentina career on Tuesday with a farewell friendly against Benin that marks the dawn of a new era for the South American champions. Read more: mrf.lu/2rgvp

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Catch the updates on the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte here. For updates: tmt.news/4ylvLrQ

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NADI, Fiji — Extreme heat is putting pregnant mothers and their newborns at increasing risk, United Nations climate chief Simon Stiell will warn on Monday. Read more: mrf.lu/2rgfL

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Games Today NCAA Season 102 Men’s Basketball Tournament October 5, 2026 Playtime FilOil Center Benilde Blazers vs. SSC Golden Stags 3:00 p.m. Letran Knights vs. SBU Red Lions 5:00 p.m. #NCAASeason102

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MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday commemorated National Teacher’s Day, highlighting the crucial role teachers play in the country. Read more: mrf.lu/2rgNh

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PHILIPPINE merchandise exports reached a record $9.11 billion in August, driven by electronics shipments, prompting Trade Secretary Cristina Roque to pledge more support. Read more: mrf.lu/2r83G

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SENATE President Win Gatchalian is pushing for the passage of a tax relief measure that would raise workers’ take-home pay as higher oil prices threaten to further erode household purchasing power. Read more: mrf.lu/2rflJ

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BACOLOD CITY — Bacolod-Silay Airport’s bid to launch international flights by 2027 is on track, backed by a proposed P480 million allocation in the 2027 national budget. Read more: mrf.lu/2rfPP

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The Goethe-Institut will present the fifth edition of KinoFest, its annual German film festival, across Southeast Asia and the Pacific from October to November 2026, with the Manila leg set for Oct. 15 to 18 at GH Ortigas Cinema, Greenhills Mall. Read more: mrf.lu/2rfFm

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German Film Festival returns with KinoFest 2026

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(AMLC) official who had flagged about P6.77 billion in “suspicious” and “covered” transactions involving Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Manases “Mans” Carpio, is set to testify Monday, Oct. 5, before the Senate impeachment court. Read more: mrf.lu/2rf8z

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BAGUIO CITY — Mayor Benjamin Magalong rallied behind Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman Patrick Gregorio who maintained that the country’s showing in the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games was exceptional amid hurtful criticisms received online. Read more: mrf.lu/2rfzd

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PHILADELPHIA — The 76ers' public address announcer ended a brief retirement over the summer in large part to get behind the mic and do what he did for the first time ahead of the team's annual scrimmage. Read more: mrf.lu/2rfRf

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THE Department of Agriculture (DA) on Sunday said it has launched with the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) a program to help returning overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) transition to agriculture and agribusiness ventures. Read more: mrf.lu/2rr4k

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After years of careful planning and implementation, the much-awaited Baguio Arboretum along Leonard Wood Road is set to open to the public on Oct. 19, 2026, offering residents and visitors a new place to experience the Summer Capital’s trees. Read more: mrf.lu/2rrXK

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SEN. Erwin Tulfo on Sunday urged the government to set aside funds and implement an early response plan for a looming super El Niño, with agricultural losses already reaching P6.87 billion. Read more: mrf.lu/2rrb5

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THE Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) seeks to build about 200,000 housing units this year as it opens National Shelter Month with another milestone in the government’s flagship Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program. Read more: mrf.lu/2rrqq

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BEIJING — World No.1 Elena Rybakina could not regroup and fell to 118th-ranked Alina Charaeva in the second round of the China Open on Saturday night in Beijing. Read more: mrf.lu/2rrcz

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National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) Officer-in-Charge BGen. Christopher Abrahano has directed all police units in Metro Manila to further intensify their campaign against illegal drugs after the killing of two alleged drug personalities in Tondo, Manila. Read more: mrf.lu/2r0F8

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THE Asian Games in Japan closed Sunday after a fortnight of record-smashing displays from young stars, but marred by mix-ups, patchy crowds and accusations of mismanagement. Read more: mrf.lu/2r0bR

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Metro Pacific Iloilo Water Inc. (MPIW) is preparing up to 25 million liters per day (MLD) in additional water sources as it braces for a possible severe supply shortfall during the projected super El Niño, with available supply potentially falling to as low as 50 MLD. Read more: mrf.lu/2...

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DE La Salle University overwhelmed the University of the East, 70-55, to secure its first win in the UAAP Season 89 women’s basketball tournament on Sunday at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City. Read more: mrf.lu/2r0k0

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SEN. Bong Go questioned the relatively small share of the national budget for housing and pressed the (DHSUD) and its attached agencies to improve the utilization of approved funds. Read more: mrf.lu/2rdKJ

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THE Philippine National Police (PNP) has mobilized grassroots information networks to further strengthen operations against organized syndicates following industry findings identifying the country as a primary hub for illegal tobacco distribution. Read more: mrf.lu/2rdPP

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LOOKING to shake off the pain of absorbing upset losses, Filipino tennis ace Alexandra “Alex” Eala will take her act to the WTA 1000 Wuhan slated from Oct. 12 to 18 in China. Read more: mrf.lu/2rdVg

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