EDITORIAL — The short reach of the law
As relatives and friends marked a year since gunmen massacred 10 people led by Negros Oriental governor Roel Degamo, the accused mastermind remained free, while his henchmen who had previously implicated him had all retracted their statements......»»
11 areas to reach ‘danger’ level heat index on Black Saturday
MANILA, Philippines — The heat index in 11 areas of the country is expected to reach the “danger” level on Black Saturday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. Based on its forecast as of 5 p.m. on Friday, the following areas will fall under the “danger” category today: READ:Pagasa: Heat index.....»»
Vietnam s GDP to reach nearly 470 bln USD in 2024: IMF
HANOI, March 14 (Xinhua) -- Vietnam's gross domestic product (GDP) is forecast to reach about 469.7 billion U.S. dollars by the end of 2024, ranking the fifth in Southeast Asia, Vietnam News reported Thursday, citing the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines have taken the leading positions in the forecast. According to IMF, Vietnam's GDP was estimated to ha.....»»
Guadalupe fire: Unattended cooking, electrical short circuit eyed as possible causes
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Fire investigators are considering unattended cooking and electrical short circuit as the possible causes of the fire that broke out in a roadside home in Brgy. Guadalupe, Cebu City on Thursday. Senior Fire Officer 2 (SFO2) Wendell Villanueva, the public information officer of the Cebu City Fire Station (CCFS), said they.....»»
Smart Sports Scribes fall short vs Smileys in PSA Cup thriller
AJ Bolando scored 19 points and Julio Sampedro added 18, but those weren’t enough as the Smart Sports Scribes came up short against the Say Chiz Smileys in a thrilling 66-64 contest in the opening of the 2024 Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Cup......»»
Philippine s population projected to reach around 138.67 mln by 2055
MANILA, Feb. 1 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine population is projected to reach 138.67 million by 2055, assuming that the total fertility rate (TFR) of 1.9 children per woman in 2021 will be sustained until 2055, according to a Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) study released Wednesday night. The statistics agency based its projections on the 2020 census-based national population using three TFR scenarios. Total.....»»
Philippine s population projected to reach around 138.67 mln by 2055
MANILA, Feb. 1 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine population is projected to reach 138.67 million by 2055, assuming that the total fertility rate (TFR) of 1.9 children per woman in 2021 will be sustained until 2055, according to a Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) study released Wednesday night. The statistics agency based its projections on the 2020 census-based national population using three TFR scenarios. Total.....»»
PAGASA: Heat index in 8 areas to reach danger levels
The heat index in eight areas in the country is forecast to reach dangerous levels today, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration......»»
Groseclose misses 1,000 meters short track semis
Speed skater Peter Joseph Groseclose had his moment in the 1,000 meters of short track on Sunday but missed out on a semifinal berth in the Fourth Winter Youth Olympic Games at the Gangneung Ice Arena......»»
Groseclose falls short in Winter Olympics speed skating
Filipino speed skater Peter Groseclose failed to make the cut to the next round men's 1500m short track speed skating semifinals in the 2024 Gangwon Winter Youth Olympics......»»
Philippine economy growth may reach 6 pct to 7 pct in 2023: Marcos
MANILA, Jan. 11 (Xinhua) -- Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos on Thursday night expressed optimism that his country can reach a gross domestic product (GDP) growth target of 6 percent to 7 percent for 2023. "The Philippines is touted to become one of the fastest-growing economies among major Asian countries in 2023," said Marcos during a traditional ceremony at the presidential palace in Manila......»»
Philippine economy growth may reach 6 pct to 7 pct in 2023: Marcos
MANILA, Jan. 11 (Xinhua) -- Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos on Thursday night expressed optimism that his country can reach a gross domestic product (GDP) growth target of 6 percent to 7 percent for 2023. "The Philippines is touted to become one of the fastest-growing economies among major Asian countries in 2023," said Marcos during a traditional ceremony at the presidential palace in Manila......»»
Mindoro heat index could reach 42 Celsius – Pagasa
Mindoro is expected to sizzle today with heat index to reach as high as 42 degrees, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), which warned the public to guard against heat stroke and heat cramps......»»
BFP-Davao short of 10K personnel
AN OFFICIAL from the Bureau of Fire Protection-Davao Region (BFP-Davao) said they are short of 10,000 personnel......»»
Axelum to expand global reach
With the entry of Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Metro Pacific Investments Corp. as a strategic investor, Axelum Resources Corp. is now looking to embark on a strategic program that includes expanding its global reach and product portfolio to anchor long-term growth......»»
Livestock, pasture damage due to El Niño in NegOcc reach P16.4M
Livestock, pasture damage due to El Niño in NegOcc reach P16.4M.....»»
UAAP- Historic 4-peat within reach for NU as Bulldogs sweep UST in Game 1 - One Sports
UAAP: Historic 4-peat within reach for NU as Bulldogs sweep UST in Game 1 One Sports.....»»
27 areas to reach dangerous heat index on May 11
State weather bureau PAGASA said that the heat index in 27 areas is expected to reach the dangerous levels on Saturday......»»
Universal Robina Corp. s sales reach P42.6 Billion in first quarter 24
Universal Robina Corp. s sales reach P42.6 Billion in first quarter 24.....»»
‘Climate change inaction cost to reach P1.4 trillion by 2030’
The cost of inaction against climate change could reach P1.4 trillion by 2030, or about eight percent of the 2020 gross domestic product, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources said yesterd.....»»
Ultra Lotto jackpot to reach P103.5 million
The Ultra Lotto 6/58 jackpot is expected to reach P103.5 million for tonight’s draw, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office said yesterday......»»