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MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Service Commission (CSC) clarified on Monday that individuals who passed the Bar and licensure examinations are automatically eligible for civil service positions. In a statement, the CSC explained that under the amended Republic Act (RA) No. 1080, “the Bar examinations and the various examinations conducted by government boards are regarded as civil service examinations.” According to the CSC, eligibility is essential for appointments to government positions that require the practice of a profession, such as doctors, engineers, and lawyers. Licensed professionals may also work for government positions unrelated to their field of practice. The commission added […]…

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The Department of Health (DOH) Central Luzon activated emergency response efforts in the province of Aurora on Monday, Nov. 11, to protect public health as Typhoon Nika (international name: Toraji) intensified. Through its provincial office in Aurora, the DOH Center for Health Development (CLCHD) is closely monitoring evacuation efforts, with health assessments provided to evacuees to address urgent medical needs. As of 11 a.m., 1,834 families, or 5,244 individuals, mostly from the northern part of the province (Dilasag, Casiguran, and Dinalungan), have evacuated from their homes. READ: Nika forces evacuation in Aurora due to intense rains, winds  DOH CLCHD is […]…

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SINGAPORE — At Mr Eddie Low’s routine medical check-up in 2017, the doctor found something suspicious in his liver and one of his lungs. Further tests showed he had liver cancer and lung cancer. They were both primary cancers, meaning cancer did not spread from one organ to the other. That year, he underwent keyhole surgery for his liver and lung simultaneously to remove the tumors. One lobe in his right lung was also removed. READ: More getting cancer in Singapore but survival rates also up A year later, Mr Low found out he had primary cancer in his prostate. […]…

Keep on reading: Singaporean finds out he has 3 cancers despite showing no symptoms

MANILA, Philippines — The government must address not only law enforcement errors but also the actions of those in high offices and the “antipeople policies” that enabled extrajudicial killings (EJK), said a human rights lawyer representing families of EJK victims before the International Criminal Court (ICC). Kristina Conti, ICC assistant to counsel, made the call […]…

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MANILA, Philippines — Reigning UAAP MVP Kevin Quiambao assured that his “ligang labas” gig is just for his family and got a green light from La Salle coaches and managers. Quiambao has been drawing flak on social media over his appearance in a recreational league last November 2. But Quiambao remained focused on their title retention bid in the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball tournament, leading La Salle with 15 points, five rebounds, and three assists to beat the University of the Philippines, 77-66, and secure the top seed in the Final Four on Sunday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. READ: […]…

Keep on reading: Kevin Quiambao says ‘ligang labas’ gig has La Salle blessing

Transitioning from amateur to professional ranks can be daunting for any athlete, especially for a young golfer moving up after an impressive junior stint. However, Jiwon Lee has shown that with the right mindset, motivation and determination, success is within reach. Following her win at her first Ladies Philippine Golf Tour event at Splendido Taal and an LPGT title as a junior golfer, Lee entered the professional scene with confidence. Yet, the journey proved challenging as expectations grew. The 16-year-old found herself facing tougher competition, finishing tied for sixth in her next LPGT event at Forest Hills, placing 10th in […]…

Keep on reading: Jiwon Lee gears up for first overseas test at Party Golfers Open

MONTREAL — A teenager in British Columbia has become the first person in Canada to test positive for bird flu, authorities said Saturday. This person is receiving treatment in a children’s hospital for H5 avian flu, the provincial health department said. The source of contagion and any possible contacts are being investigated. READ: WHO: First human case of H5N2 bird flu died from multiple factors Officials said the infection probably came from a bird or animal. “This is a rare event,” British Columbia Health Officer Bonnie Henry said. “We are conducting a thorough investigation to fully understand the source of […]…

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MANILA, Philippines — Oil companies are expected to raise petroleum prices by up to P1.90 per liter next week. According to Rodela Romero, director of the Department of Energy’s Oil Industry Management Bureau, diesel prices may see the largest increase, between P1.70 and P1.90 per liter. Gasoline prices may also increase by P1.10 to P1.40 per liter, while kerosene may hike by P1.10 to P1.20 a liter. Oil firms increase diesel prices by P1.90 For the past few days, Romero said oil prices had climbed due to the Hurricane Rafael that hit the United States, which could dampen the region’s […]…

Keep on reading: Fuel prices to surge up to P1.90 per liter next week

MANILA, Philippines — A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck Burgos town in Surigao del Norte on Saturday morning, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said. In its earthquake bulletin, Phivolcs said that the earthquake was located east of Burgos town in Surigao del Norte and occurred at 9:12 a.m. It was tectonic in origin […]…

Keep on reading: Magnitude 4.3 earthquake jolts Surigao del Norte town – Phivolcs

At just 7 years old, Aleia Aielle Aguilar has conquered the world of jiujitsu—three times over. The young Filipino fighter clinched her third world championship title at the 2024 World Festival Jiu-Jitsu Championships in Abu Dhabi, defying both the odds and her larger opponents on the mat. READ: Aleia Aielle Aguilar, 5, is youngest world […]…

Keep on reading: At 7, Aleia Aielle Aguilar defies odds–and bigger foes