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Vietnam's To Lam Seeks Dual Leadership Role, Potentially Aligning Power Structure with China
Communist Party chief aims to combine top party post with state presidency, marking a significant shift from Vietnam's traditional collective leadership model.

Robotic Roadworks System Begins UK Trials in Epsom, Aiming to Revolutionize Gas Main Excavation
ULC Technologies' RRES deploys in Surrey field test, promising to replace conventional digging methods that disrupt 66,000+ joints sealed since 2010.

Davao del Sur Officially Declared Bird Flu-Free After Contained Outbreak
Department of Agriculture lifts avian influenza restrictions, restoring province's disease-free status following 2022 outbreak.

Comedian Empoy Marquez Reveals Personal Struggles and Journey to Faith in i-Listen Interview
From being a 'tambay' to a leading man, the actor opens up about hardship and transformation in candid conversation with Kara David.

Aaron Gordon's Clutch Shooting Fuels Nuggets' 18-Point Comeback Over Trail Blazers
Denver overcomes Portland's franchise-record 25 three-pointers behind Gordon's late-game heroics and Jokic's steady leadership.

Philippine Manufacturing Hits 8-Year High in February on Surging Demand
S&P Global survey shows production and new orders at strongest levels since late 2017, boosting business confidence for 2026.

DA to Investigate Reports of Rice Shortages in Kadiwa Stores
Agriculture Department vows to check supply issues while defending quality controls on subsidized rice program.

Intense Thunderstorm Batters Metro Manila, Western Rizal; Pagasa Issues Warnings for Multiple Luzon Areas
Heavy to intense rainshowers with lightning and strong winds hit northern Metro Manila and parts of Rizal Saturday afternoon, with localized thunderstorms forecast to continue affecting the capital and five other Luzon provinces.

Fire Displaces 349 Residents in Cebu City
Saturday night blaze destroys homes, highlights recurring fire safety challenges in densely populated urban areas.

Alex Eala Set for Linz Open Campaign in Austria This April
Philippine tennis star begins 2026 clay-court season at WTA 500 event, aiming to build ranking points on European tour.

BIR Acknowledges Processing Delays, Vows System Streamlining Amid Taxpayer Complaints
Manual document handling identified as primary bottleneck; Bureau promises to reduce paperwork requirements and simplify procedures.

Nitura Eyes 'Last Dance' Glory as Letran Lady Knights Charge Toward NCAA Crown
The veteran opposite hitter aims to cap her collegiate career with the championship that eluded her last year

Romualdez Confident Ombudsman Will File Cases on Merit in Flood Control Scandal
House Speaker believes prosecutors will pursue non-bailable charges against those involved in multibillion-peso anomalies

Ridge of High Pressure Area Brings Clear Skies to Northern, Central Luzon
PAGASA reports stable weather conditions while Metro Manila and rest of PH experience isolated thunderstorms on Monday, April 6

Comelec to Hold Twin Plebiscites in Davao del Norte on April 11, 2026
Residents of San Isidro town to decide on renaming proposals as poll body enforces strict registration and security measures

Alas Pilipinas Invites NCAA Stars Vanessa Sarie, Zam Nolasco to Join National Pool
PNVF targets 33-player women's national team roster as collegiate talents get rare opportunity to represent Philippines

REGASCO Hikes LPG Prices Past P1,600 Mark Amid Global Oil Surge
Cooking gas in Cebu crosses P1,600 threshold as domestic LPG rates rise by up to P44 per 11-kg cylinder

Marcos Eyes Bayanihan 3 as Fuel Prices Surge
Palace says President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is willing to consider a third Bayanihan law to cushion the blow of rising fuel prices on Filipino families as Middle East tensions drive Dubai crude to record highs

Lacson Backs PH-China Joint Exploration in West Philippine Sea with 60-40 Condition
Presidential aspirant says he supports oil and gas cooperation deal as long as it meets constitutional requirements

China Urges Philippines to Stop Maritime 'Provocations' in West Philippine Sea
Beijing escalates rhetoric amid renewed tensions; Manila and Washington respond with calls to uphold international law