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K-12 Job Gap: 20% of Firms Hire SHS Graduates

Despite the K-12 program's promise, studies show only 20% of companies hire SHS graduates. Students face uncertainty as graduation nears. Read about the need for better career guidance.

Army Commander Visits Cafgu Patrol Base in Sulu

Brigadier General Emmanuel Cabasan visited a CAA patrol base in Indanan, Sulu, to check on troops' welfare and ensure operational readiness for peace and security. Read more.

Japan's Defense Budget Hits Record $58B for 2026

Japan's draft defense budget for 2026 reaches a record 9.04 trillion yen, accelerating its military buildup. Discover the key projects and the historic shift in spending policy.

Drone Attack in Russia's Rostov Region Kills Three

A drone strike on a cargo ship and residential area in Russia's Rostov region resulted in three fatalities and nine injuries. Russian defenses intercepted 77 drones overnight. Get the latest details.

Davao City High Choir Repeats as Namcya Champion

Davao City National High School Centennial Choir secures consecutive victory at Namcya 2025. Conductor reveals intense training and seeks sponsors for international competitions.

Bacolod OKs P4.75B 2026 Budget with P300M Hike

Bacolod City Council unanimously approves a P4.75 billion budget for 2026, a P300 million increase. Funds target health, social services, and revenue generation. Read the details.

Mandaue Police Tops National EMPO 2025 Challenge

Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO) is declared champion of the EMPO 2025 Challenge, scoring 98.53%. Director Col. Cirilo Acosta Jr. credits strong leadership and teamwork for the win.

Davao OCBO: Developers Must Help Buyers Get Building Permits

Davao City's Office of the City Building Official (OCBO) mandates subdivision developers to provide essential documents for building permits. Failure to comply causes delays for unit owners. Learn about the required papers and developer obligations.

Mandaue Police Champion in Empo 2025 Challenge

Mandaue City Police Office triumphs in the Enhanced Management of Police Operations (Empo) 2025 Challenge. Discover how their data-driven strategies earned a 98.53% score.

Sleepy Driver Causes Bohol Crash, 4 Hospitalized

A multicab driver fell asleep at the wheel, crashing into a concrete fence in Dimiao, Bohol. Four people were injured and rushed to hospital. Details of the accident investigation inside.

E-Bike, E-Trike Ban on Major Roads Suspended by LTO

The LTO suspends the ban on e-bikes and e-trikes on national roads, moving enforcement to January 2026 for a public information drive. Officials cite safety concerns and lack of regulation.

Gov't Aims to Hit 2025 Economic Growth Target

Malacañang remains optimistic about achieving the 5.5%-6.5% GDP target for 2025 despite hurdles. Palace urges Congress to fast-track the 2026 budget to avoid a reenacted spending plan. Read the latest updates.

PH, France Hold Maritime Drills in Davao Oriental

The Philippines and France completed a two-day bilateral maritime exercise east of Mati, Davao Oriental, boosting naval interoperability and regional security ties. Read the full story.

PHP113B PhilHealth Subsidy for 2026 Assured

DBM guarantees timely release of PHP113 billion PhilHealth subsidy in 2026 budget, doubling government support for universal healthcare. Learn how this impacts Filipino health coverage.

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