Defense counsel members Peter Haynes (center) and Kate Gibson (right) of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte attend the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague on September 16, 2026. PHOTO BY PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW/POOL/AFP
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Relatives burn pinewood sticks next to the graves of their loved ones as part of a tradition locally called Panag-aapoy "to light a fire" ceremony to commemorate All Saints Day in the tourist town of Sagada, Mountain province, northern Philippines on November 1, 2026. PHOTO BY TED ALJIBE/AFP
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To ensure safe, orderly, and efficient port operations for the upcoming holiday rush, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is enforcing mandatory berthing schedules nationwide for Oplan Undas 2026, effective Oct. 28 to Nov. 4. PHOTO FROM PPA
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