Hong Kong fire exposes entrenched triad networks in building renovation industry

Rappler - Oct 30, 2026

The government proposes to make bid-rigging in building renovation a criminal offense, punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a HK$10 million fine. Laws against triads will also be tightened.

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PITX logs over 1 million passengers ahead of Undas 2026 weekend

Oct 30, 2026

PITX logs over 1 million passengers ahead of Undas 2026 weekend

MANILA, Philippines — Passenger count at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) reached past one million as more Filipinos gear up early for their annual journey back to their home provinces in time for Undas 2026 commemmoration, or the celebration of All Souls’ Day and All Saints’ Day. Based on data released by PITX as

WATCH: Flower sales still normal but prices expected to go up on weekend

Oct 30, 2026

WATCH: Flower sales still normal but prices expected to go up on weekend

Sales of flowers at Dangwa Flower Market remain normal, with no significant surge in demand yet. However, prices of flowers are expected to increase slightly as Undas approaches and more Filipinos traditionally buy flowers to offer at their loved ones’ graves.

Dengue hits all villages of Agusan del Sur town; 2 dead

Oct 30, 2026

Dengue hits all villages of Agusan del Sur town; 2 dead

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Dengue has swept through all 27 villages of this town, a commercial hub of Agusan del Sur province, infecting 432 residents and claiming two lives as of Wednesday, according to the Municipal Health Office (MHO). The surge mirrors a wider health crisis across Agusan del Sur, which was placed

58 passengers rescued from distressed sea vessel off Real, Quezon

Oct 30, 2026

58 passengers rescued from distressed sea vessel off Real, Quezon

LUCENA CITY — The Philippine Coast Guard rescued 58 passengers from a roll-on/roll-off vessel that tilted to its right side about 10 meters from the port of Real, Quezon before daybreak on Friday. The MV Virgen de Peñafrancia II had just arrived from Polillo Island and was preparing to dock at the port in Barangay

Romblon capitol rolls out reproductive health policy for workers

Oct 30, 2026

Romblon capitol rolls out reproductive health policy for workers

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Romblon has enacted a comprehensive reproductive health and wellness program for all provincial government employees, according to its social media post on Thursday. Enacted on October 9 during the board’s 35th Regular Session, Provincial Ordinance No. 24, Series of 2026 mandates institutional access to reproductive health

Marcos assures safe, convenient travel as PH gears up for Undas 2026

Oct 30, 2026

Marcos assures safe, convenient travel as PH gears up for Undas 2026

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday said the government is beefing up transport, security, and emergency response preparations to ensure safe and convenient travel for Filipinos observing Undas 2026. In a video statement, Marcos said the Department of Transportation and other government agencies are conducting extensive inspections at airports, seaports, and bus terminals.

5,000 security troops fielded for Undas in Zamboanga Peninsula

Oct 30, 2026

5,000 security troops fielded for Undas in Zamboanga Peninsula

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — The Police Regional Office 9 (PRO-9) has deployed over 5,000 security personnel and force multipliers across the Zamboanga Peninsula and Sulu province to ensure a peaceful, orderly observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day (Undas 2026). Police Brig. Gen. Elmer Ragay, PRO-9 Director, directed the region’s police

Dizon inspects Naia T1 ahead of Undas 2026 travel rush

Oct 30, 2026

Dizon inspects Naia T1 ahead of Undas 2026 travel rush

MANILA, Philippines — Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon inspected Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 on Friday as the country’s main gateway prepares to handle around 1.2 million travelers during the Undas travel period. “Nandito po tayo ngayon sa Naia Terminal 1 kasi nga direktiba ng Pangulo na siguraduhin natin na maging safe and comfortable

PNP stands firm on arresting Bato dela Rosa as ultimatum expires

Oct 30, 2026

PNP stands firm on arresting Bato dela Rosa as ultimatum expires

MANILA, Philippines —The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday reaffirmed that it would not back down and remained ready to take appropriate measures to arrest Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa as his one-week ultimatum expired on Oct. 30. “Let me declare, hindi tayo uurong sa ating tungkulin,” Lt. Gen. Wilson Joseph Lopez, PNP deputy chief

Batac inaugurates first automated weather station in Ilocos Norte

Oct 30, 2026

Batac inaugurates first automated weather station in Ilocos Norte

SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur— The Batac city government inaugurated Ilocos Norte’s first Automated Weather Station (AWS) on Wednesday at Sitio Capaoayan in Barangay Tabug. The facility aims to provide timely, localized weather information to help farmers make informed decisions about planting schedules, irrigation management, and the application of fertilizers and pesticides.  The station’s weather data can

[OPINION] From Super El Niño to the budget: What is the plan?

Oct 30, 2026

[OPINION] From Super El Niño to the budget: What is the plan?

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MIAA vows turnover of CCTV to NNIC in November after Dizon rebuke

Oct 30, 2026

MIAA vows turnover of CCTV to NNIC in November after Dizon rebuke

The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) on Friday promised to complete the turnover of the CCTV surveillance system to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport's (NAIA) private management by November 2026.

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