July 9, 2023

Manila bettor hits P7.6-M lotto jackpot

A bettor from Tondo, Manila became an instant millionaire after hitting the PHP7.6-million jackpot of the Lotto 6/42 draw on Saturday night. The winning combination of 03-28-12-26-08-21 carried a total jackpot prize of PHP 7,656,441.80, the Philippine…

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50 families forcibly evacuated from Mayon danger zone

At least 50 families were forcibly taken Sunday from their residences located within the 6-kilometer permanent danger zone of Mayon volcano, according to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). DSWD Assistant Secretary and spokesperso…

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Filipino sailors to receive training upgrade

A merchant marine industry insider said efforts are underway to upgrade the curriculum of local maritime academies amid fears that tens of thousands of Filipino seafarers will lose their jobs if they fall short of certain international standards. In

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LGUs must mandate purchase of heart emergency gadgets

All local government units (LGUs) must prioritize the procurement of public automated external defibrillator (AED), urged Philippine Heart Association (PHA) incoming Central Luzon Chapter president Dr. Rayzen Lim. An AED is a portable, life-saving dev…

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500 days of war: Cost of conflict for Russia, Ukraine

Russia’s war against Ukraine, which hit 500 days, caused a huge economic effect on both and other countries due to fluctuating commodity prices. During the 500 days, Russia increased military expenses and saw difficulties especially related to embargo…

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