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MANILA, Philippines – November 22, 2025 – This December 6–7, 2025, the 10th NAITAS Travel Expo (NTEX) welcomes travelers to a meaningful holiday celebration with its special theme: “Eco Pasko.” Happening at the SM Megamall Megatrade Hall, this milestone edition invites Filipinos to embrace a greener way of exploring—one that protects destinations, uplifts communities, and inspires mindful, purpose-driven travel. More …
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November, 2025
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23 November
Arrest orders for Zaldy Co, 17 others – Sandiganbayan
Arrest warrants have been issued by the Sandiganbayan for former congressman Zaldy Co and 17 others after the Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) directed law enforcement agencies, led by the Philippine National Police (PNP), to effect their arrests. Co and several Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials as well as directors of Sunwest Corporation have been formally charged …
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23 November
Ex-House Speaker insists conscience is clear
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez strongly denied any involvement in alleged national budget manipulations as well as the controversial flood control projects, insisting “my conscience remains clear”. Romualdez is willing to undergo investigation by the Office of the Ombudsman as recommended by the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), according to his lawyer Atty. Ade Fajardo. In a statement read by …
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23 November
Discaya luxury cars auctioned by BoC, 3 sold
The Bureau of Customs (BoC) held a public auction on seven of the confiscated luxury vehicles owned by contractor Pacifico ‘Curlee’ Discaya and wife Cezarah ‘Sarah’ Discaya but only three were sold. The auction, held at the South Harbor just a week after the vehicles were opened for public viewing, generated only P38.21 million for government The three sold vehicles …
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23 November
Villar steps down as PHL richest man after land mess
Real estate magnate and former senator Manuel ‘Manny’ Villar lost his title as the Philippines’ richest man after losing billions of pesos on the revaluation of his properties in southern Manila. More than 360 hectares of land, tagged as Villar City and owned by the Villar Land Holdings Corporation, was reappraised at below its original purchase price, wiping out a …
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23 November
Meralco’s wire-clearing ops gets Manila LGU support
Manila Electric Company (Meralco) recently collaborated with the Manila local government in its wire-clearing operations, boosting the power distributor’s anti-urban blight campaign. With strong support from the Manila local government unit, Manila Electric Company is gaining headway in its anti-urban blight campaign with wire-clearing operations throughout the city. Agapito Jose ‘Joe’ Zaldarriaga, Meralco vice president and Corporate Communications head emphasized …
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23 November
AFP cautions foreigners may be involved in cyber disinformation
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has intensified their monitoring of social media platforms in the midst of political turmoil, warning that recent disinformation spread online may involve foreigners. During a Stratbase cybersecurity forum in Makati City, AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla said the source of false information may involve domestic and foreign elements. “Is there a foreign …
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23 November
Peaceful Trillion Peso March to be ensured by PNP
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is preparing for the possible nationwide massive rallies, dubbed “Trillion Peso March” organized by church groups and civil societies scheduled on Nov. 30.” Acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the recent two-day peaceful prayer rally by the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) at the Quirino Grandstand serves as blueprint for the Nov. …
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23 November
Hontiveros files anti-political dynasty bill
Senator Risa Hontiveros has filed an anti-dynasty bill, as an enabling law in accordance with applicable provision of the 1987 Constitution, stressing the need for equal access to opportunities for public service. The bill calls for no person related within the fourth degree of consanguinity or affinity to any incumbent national elective official to be allowed to hold or run …
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23 November
When family secrets explode – Manalo vs. Marcos
In 2015, the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) rocked the Philippines when Cristina “Tenny” Villanueva Manalo and her son, Felix Nathaniel “Angel” Manalo—mother and brother of the INC Executive Minister Eduardo Manalo—publicly accused church leaders of illegal detention and threats. Their dramatic video plea went viral, the National Bureau of Investigation launched a probe, and yet the scandal was swiftly buried: the Manalos …
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