PISTON announces transport strike from April 29 to May 1
Jeepney drivers are preparing for a three-day nationwide strike set for the following week to protest against the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program and the approaching April 30 deadline for the consolidation of jeepney franchises......»»
Lapulapu Day marked: Marcos urges Filipinos to resist modern day oppressors
MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos are encouraged to continue to embrace the ideas of Lapulapu and the wealth of the country’s heritage by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. in his message during the commemoration of Lapulapu Day on Saturday, April 27. Marcos also urged Filipinos to continue to embrace the wealth of the country’s heritage as.....»»
Hottest day (again) in Metro at 38.2 Celsius
Temperatures reached a scorching 38.2 degrees Celsius in Metro Manila on Thursday, again marking the hottest day so far this year, according to state weather forecasters......»»
Market extends gains to 4th day
The stock market extended its winning streak to four yesterday, but gains were minimal due to lack of catalysts......»»
Approval of anti-online piracy bills sought
A citizens’ rights group has renewed its calls for the Senate to expedite the passage of anti-online piracy bills, saying that each day of delay translates into significant tangible and intangible losses for the creatives industry while scammers get richer with each victim......»»
Philippines vs. Japan duel in ‘Kumong Bol-Anon 15’ to be aired live on TV
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The much-anticipated “Philippines versus Japan” showdown in the “Kumong Bol-Anon 15” will be aired live on fight day, April 30, at the Holy Name University gymnasium in Tagbilaran City, Bohol. It was officially announced earlier this week through a social media post that the main event featuring Boholano Regie “Filipino Phenom”.....»»
Discover your glow at Watsons 1-day, 1-price online sale on April 26
Discover your glow at Watsons 1-day, 1-price online sale on April 26.....»»
BIFF leader, 11 cohorts slain in Maguindanao Sur
A leader of one of three factions of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters and his 11 followers were killed in an encounter with soldiers in Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur the other day......»»
Paulo Avelino goes viral as elevator operator for a day
Kapamilya actor Paulo Avelino surprised mallgoers as he posed as an elevator assistant in a mall recently......»»
SM marks 100-day countdown to Paris Olympics 2024 with symbolic torch relay, photo exhibit
The ceremony coincides with the lighting of the Olympic Flame in the sanctuary of Olympia in Greece, where the ancient Games were first held. The Olympic and Paralympic Games will be held in the French capital from July 26 to August 11 and August 28 to September 8, 2024 respectively......»»
‘Nagtanan na’? DonBelle sobrang senti sa last taping day
Tapos na nga ang taping nina Donny Pangilinan, Belle Mariano para sa ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ serye ng ABS-CBN Studios, Netflix. The post ‘Nagtanan na’? DonBelle sobrang senti sa last taping day first appeared on Abante......»»
Xinhua world news summary at 0700 GMT, April 22
MANILA -- More than 16,700 Philippine and U.S. troops started their largest-ever annual joint military drills on Monday amid criticisms that the drills threaten regional peace and stability. According to the Philippine military, the 19-day exercises, dubbed "Balikatan 2024," will involve around 5,000 Philippine and 11,000 U.S. troops, making it the largest iteration of the Philippines-U.S. joint drills conducted.....»»
Cold Desserts best for Summer Heat
Summer is already here and the heat is just going up every single day. To combat this, some people have been craving sweet and cold desserts to cool and energize their bodies. It does not just provide relief from the scorching heat of summer; it also satisfies one’s sweet buds. Here are some desserts you.....»»
Sunrise cruise and a lagoon experience in Bantayan Island
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Finding stillness and newness may be some of the things you need to realign with yourself. After days of spending long hours in the office or at work, it gets mentally and physically draining to get through another day. Even when you get to do the things that should make you feel better.....»»
Cha-cha plebiscite and midterm polls in one event: A test of Comelec s independence
BOTH LEGISLATIVE chambers are now leading charter change discussions. Legislators have repeatedly said that amendments will be limited to economic measures in the 1987 Constitution.Meanwhile, the conduct of the plebiscite had Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chair George Garcia describe the logistical preparations required for it. He argued that it should be held as a separate event from the 2025 midterm electi.....»»
Guide to Building Code IRR for property developers
The Center for Global Best Practices will host a comprehensive two-day training titled, “Property Developers’ Guide to the Building Code IRR of the Philippines,” on May 21 and 22, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, Mandaluyong City......»»
Saso falters at the finish, settles for 70
Yuka Saso surged forward on moving day but encountered setbacks down the stretch, carding a 70 Saturday (Sunday Manila time) to all but bow out of contention in the Chevron Championship heading to a wild finish at the Woodlands in Texas......»»
Netizens express appreciation for their husbands
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Today, April 20, is Husband Appreciation Day. Nobody knows who started this celebration, but many believed this was invented as a counterpart for Father’s Day, a day to honor husbands who remain childless. Before the day ends, let’s pay tribute to all the husbands out there and recognize all that they.....»»
Quiban fades with 75; Caitlin blows field with record 62
Justin Quiban slipped in moving day and tumbled down the leaderboard with a 75 even as John Caitlin continued to pound the field and the course, posting a course record nine-under 62 to all but clinch the Saudi Open crown......»»
PH set to open Helsinki embassy this year
The Philippines is set to open an embassy in Helsinki, Finland later this year, aiming to enhance trade and relations between the two nations, a Finnish diplomat who recently visited the Philippines said. During his two-day visit on April 11 and April 12, Jarno Syrjälä, Finland’s Undersecretary of State for International Trade, discussed areas of.....»»