Yolanda fatalities’ kin welcome results of NBI’s DNA tests

Inquirer.net - Oct 31, 2026

TACLOBAN CITY — More than a decade after Super Typhoon Yolanda devastated this city, families of victims buried in a mass grave at the Holy Cross Memorial Cemetery are hopeful they will finally know the exact resting places of their loved ones through DNA testing conducted by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI). While welcoming

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Undas sea travelers swell to over 114,000 Saturday afternoon – PCG

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Remains of fallen Air Force pilot back home in Urdaneta

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CALASIAO, Pangasinan, Philippines—The remains of Air Force Capt. Raymart Cabangcala, one of four pilots killed in a midair collision involving two military trainer aircraft, were brought home to Urdaneta City on Friday, Oct. 30. A helicopter carrying his remains landed at the Urdaneta National High School oval, accompanied by his mother, Myrna, and sister Mayross,

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Undas liquor ban in and around Magsingal, Ilocos Sur public cemeteries

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Undas liquor ban in and around Magsingal, Ilocos Sur public cemeteries

SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — The municipal government of Magsingal has imposed a two-day liquor ban in all public cemeteries and within a 300-meter radius of their boundaries on Nov. 1 and 2 to maintain peace and order during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. Under Executive Order No. 69, Series

Love hotteok? Here's how the sugary, oil-fried snack can affect your diet

Oct 31, 2026

Love hotteok? Here's how the sugary, oil-fried snack can affect your diet

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Women denied access to education mourn principal who gave it back

Oct 31, 2026

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OPAPRU hails, encourages Bangsamoro Parliament

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Looking back at rich-poor divide history of Bulakan, Bulacan cemetery

Oct 31, 2026

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Hong Kong man falls from luxury housing complex, striking domestic helper below

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Fire hits 4 houses in Laoag City

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