Faeldon's son tests negative for drug use - ABS-CBN News: ABS-CBN News
NAGA CITY - The namesake son of Bureau of Corrections chief Nicanor Faeldon tested negative for the use of illegal drugs, results released by the Philippine National Police Saturday showed.
Facebook says sorry for bug that exposed private photos of some 6.8 million users - INQUIRER.net:
MANILA, Philippines -- Social media giant Facebook has apologized for a bug that has exposed private photos of its 6.8 million users.
At least P500M infrastructure projects had links to Diokno's in-laws —Andaya - GMA News:
At least four infrastructure projects worth P550 million have been traced to have links to the in-laws of Budget Secretary Benjamin Diokno, House Majority Floor Leader Rolando Andaya Jr. said on Saturday. Current top breaking Philippine headlines regarding th…
No credit grabber: Duterte corrects aide on bells’ return - INQUIRER.net:
President Rodrigo Duterte has acknowledged that the return of the Balangiga bells “[was] upon the demand of the Filipino people.”
‘Simbang Gabi’: Pray for country - INQUIRER.net:
The Church’s traditional nine-day “Simbang Gabi” (Dawn Masses) leading to Christmas, which will start on Sunday (Dec. 16) is an appropriate time for “a lot of prayers for our country,” according to a ranking Manila archdiocese official.
Amazing facts about the brain - INSIDER: Sophia Mitrokostas
The brain is the most complex organ in the body controlling your ability to think, talk, feel, see, hear, remember things, walk and much more.
Geminid Meteor Shower 2018: It's Not Too Late to Catch a 'Shooting Star'! - Space.com: Meghan Bartels
The Geminid meteor shower has already peaked — but you still have time to try to catch sight of what will likely be the best meteor shower of the year.
DICT moves to help subscribers unlock mobile phones - INQUIRER.net: Miguel R. Camus
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is making it easier for consumers to switch mobile providers ahead of the entry of a third telco player.
BMW refreshes its Series 3 sedan - CNBC: CNBC US Source
BMW refreshed its famed 3 Series sedan for 2019. The company hopes to revive sagging sales of its flagship model. The 3 Series was first introduced in 1975.
On the cusp of a title - INQUIRER.net:
It came a game late, but Paul Lee’s valedictory speech of a performance got Magnolia back in the groove and put the PBA Governors’ Cup title within reach of the Hotshots.
Jollibee now owns 100% of US hamburger chain - INQUIRER.net:
Globalizing Filipino fast-food giant Jollibee Foods Corp. (JFC) has raised its stake in American hamburger chain Smashburger to 100 percent as the group braced for rapid expansion in the United States, one of its single largest overseas markets.
Bangko Sentral seen easing interest rates in 2019 - INQUIRER.net:
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas may start easing the country’s monetary settings in 2019, marking a U-turn from this year’s series of interest rate increases, as inflationary pressures ease.
Latest leak hints at new color for Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite - Notebookcheck.net: Deirdre O Donnell
The next generation of the Samsung Galaxy S line is rumored to come in several variants, which include an SX Lite for the first time. This SKU is also now reported to come in a new color for the rear panel. The color schemes for the remaining versions have al…
Carmina Villaroel, as a parent, gives her twins the freedom to decide - INQUIRER.net:
As a parent, Carmina Villaroel believes it’s important that she gives her twins, Mavy and Cassy, the freedom to decide for themselves.
BSP sees higher current account deficit for 2018 - Philippine Star: Lawrence Agcaoili
The country’s external payments position is expected to remain in the red this year and next year amid the country’s strong demand for capital equipment and raw materials to support the expanding economy, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.
Data from Kilauea suggests the eruption was unprecedented - Phys.Org:
A very large team of researchers from multiple institutions in the U.S. has concluded that the Kilauea volcanic eruption that occurred over this past summer represented an unprecedented volcanic event. In their paper published in the journal Science, the rese…
DOH: Increase in diphtheria cases seen in Bicol, Davao regions, Soccksargen, ARMM - Manila Bulletin: Katherine Marajas
The Department of Health (DOH) reported that diphtheria cases have increased in four regions.
Cases of intimidation and violence against journalists continue to spread with the 'climate of hatred' that has persisted against journalism globally
102-year-old granny jumps out a plane for charity - GMA News:
A 102-year-old Australian granny has become the world's oldest tandem skydiver, according to organizers, as she leaped off a plane from over 14,000 feet (4,200 meters) above sea level. Current Philippine trending info on popular art, culture, society, mov…
FIND OUT: What Pinay judge Richelle Singson-Michael is looking for in Miss Universe - GMA News:
Two Filipinas were part of the panel last night. Current Philippine trending info on popular art, culture, society, movie, music reviews, travel destinations, food, classic literature, bestseller book lists, modern, retro design, health, wellness, exercise, f…
Good day steemit community. Current news is one of the important information staple of our time. I've curated some headlines of the Philippines,to simplify the life of fellow steemian who wants to have a glimpse of the current events in the country. We can now have an overview of what's happening around us.