7 h. ago Duterte allies outperform in early Philippine Senate vote count

Duterte allies outperform in early Philippine Senate vote count  Bangkok Post

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10 h. ago ‘Prenup?’ Yassi Pressman’s voting photos with politician beau earns buzz

Actress Yassi Pressman‘s pictures featuring her voting alongside her boyfriend, Camarines Sur Gov. Luigi Villafuerte, earned buzz among Filipinos. The showbiz personality was among the Filipinos who cast her vote for the 2025 midterm elections on Monday, May 12, which will determine the next set of leaders to take office midway through President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s term. Yassi […] The post ‘Prenup?’ Yassi Pressman’s voting photos with politician beau earns buzz appeared first on Interaksyon.

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13 h. ago John Arcilla calls out poor school conditions while voting: ‘Asan ang budget sa edukasyon?’

Actor John Arcilla took to social media on Monday, May 12, to share an observation as he cast his vote for the 2025 midterm elections. He shared photos showing worn-out student desks from inside a classroom-turned-waiting area at his polling precinct. “So nandito ako sa loob ng isang classroom na ginawang WAITING ROOM sa MAHABANG […] The post John Arcilla calls out poor school conditions while voting: ‘Asan ang budget sa edukasyon?’ appeared first on Interaksyon.

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13 h. ago Judge in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial admonishes lawyer for racial remarks

Mark Geragos called prosecutors ‘six-pack of white women’ Lawyer is close to the hip-hop mogul’s defense team Judge Arun Subramanian calls comments ‘outrageous’ Combs has pleaded not guilty to sex trafficking NEW YORK — The judge overseeing Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking trial admonished a lawyer close to the hip-hop mogul’s defense team for referring to the prosecutors in […] The post Judge in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial admonishes lawyer for racial remarks appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

14 h. ago Voters get a treat: Food promos from restaurants, cafés, biz on Election Day

Foodies are in for a treat this Election Day, with select restaurants and food spots offering special promos and discounts to Filipinos who cast their votes in the 2025 midterm elections. Filipinos will head to the polls this Monday, May 12, to choose their next set of local and national leaders, marking a crucial midpoint […] The post Voters get a treat: Food promos from restaurants, cafés, biz on Election Day appeared first on Interaksyon.

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16 h. ago ‘Iisang kinabukasan’: Nadine Lustre urges Filipinos to reflect on their 2025 votes

“My president.” This was how some Filipinos referred to actress Nadine Lustre after she urged voters to carefully consider their choices for the 2025 midterm elections. The showbiz personality on Saturday, May 12, shared a video of herself overlooking a scenic view, captioned “[pls. swipe]” to draw followers in. Swiping revealed a carousel where she […] The post ‘Iisang kinabukasan’: Nadine Lustre urges Filipinos to reflect on their 2025 votes appeared first on Interaksyon.

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19 h. ago China takes center stage in Philippines’ feisty midterm election

President Marcos’ camp facing off against Duterte clan in polls Maritime confrontations continue in the South China Sea Beijing trying to influence Philippine politics, officials say Most voters back senate candidates who assert Philippine sovereignty – April survey MANILA — In political rallies, Senate hearings and voter surveys ahead of Monday’s midterm elections in the Philippines, China […] The post China takes center stage in Philippines’ feisty midterm election appeared first on Interaksyon.

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22 h. ago Philippines election 2025: Millions vote in midterms as Marcos

Philippines election 2025: Millions vote in midterms as Marcos-Duterte feud heats up  BBC

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22 h. ago Philippine election 2025: Millions vote in midterms as Marcos

Philippine election 2025: Millions vote in midterms as Marcos-Duterte feud heats up  BBC

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36 h. ago Bogus disqualification claims target Philippine political party ahead of vote

Bogus disqualification claims target Philippine political party ahead of vote  Fact Check AFP

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42 h. ago Philippine election: ‘Mr Malasakit’ on track for win on gratitude vote

Philippine election: ‘Mr Malasakit’ on track for win on gratitude vote  South China Morning Post

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49 h. ago Filipinos in Australia vote online in midterms to decide future of Marcos and Duterte

Filipinos in Australia vote online in midterms to decide future of Marcos and Duterte  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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62 h. ago Tragedy on Philippine roads stirs grief, outrage – and calls for reform

Tragedy on Philippine roads stirs grief, outrage – and calls for reform  South China Morning Post

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65 h. ago High school teams battle in finals to represent Philippines in NBA Rising Stars Invitational

High school teams battle in finals to represent Philippines in NBA Rising Stars Invitational  NBA.com Philippines

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68 h. ago Marcos Touts Philippine Economic Gains in Last Senate Vote Pitch

Marcos Touts Philippine Economic Gains in Last Senate Vote Pitch  Bloomberg

Economics

3 d. ago Armed Forces of the Philippines, U.S. Military Provide Medical Aid, School Support to Remote Catanduanes Community During Balikatan 25

Armed Forces of the Philippines, U.S. Military Provide Medical Aid, School Support to Remote Catanduanes Community During Balikatan 25  DVIDS

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3 d. ago How a specialty coffee chain is urging Pinoys to exercise right to vote for 2025 polls

Businesses are encouraging Filipinos to exercise their constitutional right to vote in the 2025 midterm elections. A specialty coffee chain is offering customers a free single upsize on their beverage purchase if they show their voting finger marked with indelible ink on May 12. Starbucks Philippines is offering the promo on any handcrafted beverage for […] The post How a specialty coffee chain is urging Pinoys to exercise right to vote for 2025 polls appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

4 d. ago Black smoke signals no pope elected in morning conclave votes

VATICAN CITY — Black smoke appeared from a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican on Thursday, signalling that cardinals meeting in a secret conclave did not elect a new pope during their two morning ballots. The cardinals held an initial inconclusive vote on Wednesday evening. They now hold two votes in the morning and two […] The post Black smoke signals no pope elected in morning conclave votes appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

4 d. ago Voters in 2025 midterm polls reminded to choose candidates their kids can emulate

A reminder for voters to choose candidates whom their children can emulate was issued ahead of the 2025 midterm elections. Radio host and broadcast journalist DJ Chacha on Wednesday, May 7, shared a screengrab of an opinion piece by Jairus Bondoc from his “GOTCHA” column in The Philippine STAR. The title of the opinion piece is: “May […] The post Voters in 2025 midterm polls reminded to choose candidates their kids can emulate appeared first on Interaksyon.

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4 d. ago Philippines’ GDP growth miss supports our 75bp rate cut call

Philippines’ GDP growth miss supports our 75bp rate cut call  ING Think

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