🇵🇭 PhilStar
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About PhilStar
The Philippine Star is operated by PhilStar Daily, Inc., which is majority-owned (51%) by Hastings Holdings, Inc. Hastings Holdings is a subsidiary of MediaQuest Holdings, Inc., chaired by business tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan. The founding Belmonte family retains a 20-21% stake and maintains management and editorial control.
Media Bias/Fact Check rates The Philippine Star as left-center biased with 'mostly factual' reporting, noting the use of sensational headlines, emotionally loaded words, and a lack of hyperlinked sourcing. Despite these observations, the outlet often publishes factual information and republishes from credible sources. The Philippines' media environment is vibrant but threatened, with journalists facing political pressure, legal harassment, and 'red-tagging,' as highlighted by Reporters Without Borders and Freedom House. The provided headline sample covers a range of local news, crime, and political developments, appearing to report on events and investigations.
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39 areas to be under ‘danger’ heat index
- Thirty-nine areas in the Philippines are expected to experience dangerous heat index levels ranging from 42°C to 45°C on Sunday, May 31. - PAGASA reported that Borongan, Eastern Samar recorded a hea…
Villagers Displaced as Gunmen Attack Cotabato Enclave
- Gunmen attacked houses with assault rifles in Kadayangan, Cotabato, Philippines, displacing hundreds of families. - The attack is believed to be part of a "rido," or clan war, between two local grou…
Leviste Offers Rice Assistance to Families Yet to Receive Government Aid
- Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste pledged to distribute one million sacks of rice to families in his district who have not yet received government aid. - Leviste expressed concern over alleged discrimin…
P526.2M Worth of Cigarettes Seized in Mindanao Navy Operations
- Philippine Navy seized smuggled cigarettes worth P526.2 million in two separate operations off the Bangsamoro region. - The contraband, originating from Indonesia, was destined for coastal areas in …
Motorcycle thief nabbed in Cotabato City faces charges
- A 33-year-old man was arrested in Cotabato City for motorcycle theft. - He is accused of stealing at least ten motorcycles since 2025 and was found with a .45 caliber pistol. - Police have filed the…
Rotating Brownouts Expose Deep Grid Dependence Risks in Philippines
- Rotating brownouts in Luzon and the Visayas revealed significant structural weaknesses in the Philippines' power system. - These weaknesses include heavy reliance on a few major power plants, shared…
Highway patrol cop hurt in Cotabato gun attack
- A police officer in Matalam, Cotabato, was shot and wounded by two men on a motorcycle during a vehicle inspection operation. - The officer sustained superficial wounds and was immediately released …
Philippines Fuel Prices Mixed as Economy Feels Oil Shock
- Fuel prices in Metro Manila show a mixed trend, with gasoline prices increasing while diesel prices are decreasing. - The Philippines' GDP growth slowed to 2.8% in the first quarter, attributed part…
Philippines Fuel Prices Rise Amidst 7.2% Inflation Surge
- Fuel prices in Metro Manila increased on May 5, 2026, with diesel rising by P2.66/liter and gasoline by P2.21/L. - The price hikes follow a period of rollbacks and coincide with rapid inflation in A…
P6.6 Million Worth of Marijuana Shrubs Destroyed in Kalinga Operation
- Authorities in Kalinga, Philippines, destroyed approximately P6.6 million worth of marijuana shrubs. - The eradication operation took place over two days in Tinglayan, Kalinga, covering a 3,000-squa…
Priest Declines Bishop Appointment in Tagbilaran Diocese
- A priest, Fr. Gerardo Saco, has declined his appointment as the new bishop of the Diocese of Tagbilaran. - Saco cited a
Price Cuts Extend for Diesel, Kerosene; Gasoline Up
- Fuel prices in the Philippines will see adjustments on Tuesday, April 28, with diesel and kerosene prices decreasing. - Diesel will be rolled back by P12.94 per liter, and kerosene by P15.71 per lit…
Price Tracker: Oil, Fuel Monitor for Apr. 28
- Fuel prices in Metro Manila are shifting again on Tuesday, April 28, with diesel and kerosene decreasing and gasoline increasing. - Diesel prices are estimated to decrease by P12.94 per liter, and k…
Task Force GenSan Now Under Army’s 10th Infantry Division Control
- Task Force GenSan, responsible for counter-terrorism operations in General Santos City, has been placed under the control of the Army's 10th Infantry Division. - The transfer of command occurred dur…
Metro Manila Fuel Prices to Drop Again on April 21
- Fuel prices in Metro Manila are set for another rollback on Tuesday, April 21, following last week's reduction. - Shell Pilipinas announced significant price cuts for diesel, gasoline, and kerosene.…
Cargo vehicle driver killed in grenade, gun attack in Cotabato
- A multicab driver was killed in a grenade and gun attack in Pikit, Cotabato province. - The victim, Nano Guiambalanan Salimenang, was on his way to deliver fruits when he was ambushed. - Attackers o…
13 Former Militants from Dawlah Islamiya, BIFF Surrender to Troops
- Thirteen former militants from Dawlah Islamiya and the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters surrendered to government troops. - The militants pledged allegiance to the government during a ceremony in…
Two Killed in Maguindanao Del Sur Ambush; 12th Such Incident Since December
- Two men were killed in an ambush in Datu Paglas, Maguindanao del Sur, Philippines on Tuesday. - The victims were riding a motorcycle when gunmen attacked them; the perpetrators escaped before author…