NTC flags mobile call disruptions at terminals
The NTC tested Smart, Globe and DITO mobile services at 12 Metro Manila bus terminals ahead of Undas, recording broadband speeds of up to 851 Mbps and…
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NTC mobile signal tests Undas 2026
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The price of dying in the Philippines
The cost of a final goodbye, the people who prepare the dead, and the families left to carry the weight of loss.
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Of tombs, memories during solemn Undas
A heartfelt Undas reflection from Baguio City recalls the writer’s late father and four siblings, whose deaths left a lasting void amid years of poverty and…
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Baguio's haunting tales live on beyond Halloween
Explore the chilling tales of Baguio City, where ghostly legends and haunted landmarks like the Diplomat Hotel and Laperal White House keep the spirit of…
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Of tombs and memories
As All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day approach, Filipinos honor their departed loved ones through heartfelt cemetery visits, reflecting on memories, loss, and…
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Lucena Port braces for Undas passenger surge
Upgraded terminal with nearly 1,000-passenger capacity and solar-powered facilities supports holiday travel operations
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PRO-2 deploys over 5,000 cops for Ligtas Undas 2026
PRO-2 mobilizes over 5,000 police officers across Cagayan Valley for Ligtas Undas 2026, ensuring safety in cemeteries, tourist spots, and public areas during…
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NTC orders 15-day dubious SIM purge
The NTC has mandated telcos to verify and deactivate dubious SIM registrations within 15 days to combat scams, fraud, and illegal SMS activities. Learn how…
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Telecoms told: Boost network capacity for Undas traffic surge
The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has directed telcos to prepare for increased mobile network traffic during Undas 2026 from 31 October to 2…
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Telco firms risk fresh NTC sanctions amid service gaps
The three operators also showed uneven performance in text messaging and call reliability.
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NTC eyes capital rules for used phone dealers
The NTC proposes stricter regulations for used phone dealers, including minimum capitalization, mandatory one-year warranties, and quality standards to ensure…
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NTC tells telcos: Expansion no excuse for poor service
The NTC warns telcos that network expansion is no excuse for poor service, emphasizing compliance with mandatory standards despite industry concerns over…
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Telcos open talks amid NTC service scrutiny
Philippines telcos DITO, Globe and Smart face tighter NTC scrutiny over poor mobile broadband in Metro Manila, with show-cause orders, possible daily penalties…
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NTC tightens screws on telcos over poor mobile service
NTC found persistent weak mobile broadband service in Metro Manila and ordered Globe, DITO and Smart to pay P100,000 daily until deficiencies are corrected.
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NTC blocks 2 websites allegedly promoting violence among minors
The NTC has ordered Philippine internet providers to block two websites allegedly promoting real-world violence and grooming minors, according to the PNP.
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SC clears NTC to collect P3.7B from NOW Telecom
The Supreme Court has upheld the National Telecommunications Commission’s decision allowing it to collect nearly P3.8 billion in unpaid regulatory fees and…
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