Belen, Solomon pass up AVC stint
National University stars Bella Belen and Alyssa Solomon have formally begged off from the Alas Pilipinas’ campaign in the AVC Challenge Cup for Women scheduled next week at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum......»»
With clean balance-sheet Indian Banking sector has enough opportunity for growth: K V Kamath
New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): India's banking sector is ready and fit to support the growth of India in the coming years highlights KV Kamath, Chairman, National Bank for Financing InfrastructureDevelopment in an interview with ANI. He also pointed out that after the government has solved the problems of NPA (Non-Performing Asset) in India and India's banking sector has come out of the twin balance sheet problem so now.....»»
China warns Philippines against acts of infringement, provocation
BEIJING, May 17 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese defense spokesperson has warned the Philippine side not to take any rash action, and urged it to halt all acts of infringement and provocation. Zhang Xiaogang, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, made the remarks at a press conference Friday in response to a media inquiry about the Philippine president's recent claim that the country has no intention to pr.....»»
Top 5 Simple Habits to Save Money Every Day
Saving money doesn’t mean you have to live a life of extreme frugality. Finding the right balance between spending and saving can help you manage your finances. Creating good habits can also help you save more money without sacrificing your quality of life. Here are five simple habits to help you save money every day. […].....»»
For sale: Unique lot in strategic Arctic archipelago
The last piece of privately owned land in the strategic Svalbard archipelago in the Arctic is up for grabs, a property likely to entice China but which Norway does not intend to let go without a fight. The archipelago is located halfway between mainland Norway and the North Pole, in an Arctic region that has.....»»
BVLGARI brings a new brand of opulence to NUSTAR Resort Cebu
After four years of planning, Italian luxury fashion house BVLGARI finally opens its doors to discerning Cebuano fashionistas at the NUSTAR Resort Cebu on May 10, 2024. This would be the third store the brand has in the country and the only one outside the capital (after the Greenbelt and Solaire branches). In a star-studded.....»»
Beach volleyball giants Buytrago, Varga of Cebu compete in Italy
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu’s rising beach volleyball duo of James Buytrago and Rancel Varga open their World Beach Volleyball Pro Tour campaign in Cervia, Italy on Friday, May 17 (May 18, Manila Time) along with the rest of the Philippine beach volleyball team. To recall, this Cebuano pair emerged as the highest achiever among.....»»
GAB honors Japanese slayers Vayson, Suganob in monthly awards
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Jayson “Striker” Vayson and Regie “Filipino Phenom” Suganob were recognized by the Games and Amusements Board (GAB) for their spectacular performances last month. Vayson was named one of the “Boxers of the Month”, while Suganob received “honorable mention” by GAB, the official governing and regulating agency for professional sports. To recall, Vayson,.....»»
Man stabs self to death while high on drugs in Cebu City – police
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Police in Cebu City said that the man who was found lifeless along the Maria Gochan Street in Barangay Mambaling, Cebu City on Thursday afternoon, May 16, took his own life while high on drugs. The body was found with multiple stab wounds and lying on a pool of blood inside.....»»
Mandaue’s TF APAS clears drainages, manholes
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – Mandaue City’s Task Force APAS (Atoang Problema, Atoang Sulbaron) is actively clearing the drainages and manholes in various barangays in preparation for the rainy season. On Friday, May 17, personnel from the City Engineering Office (CEO) conducted declogging and desilting operations along the drainage line in Barangay Looc. The manholes were.....»»
Trailer truck overturns on Butuanon Bridge
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – A trailer truck tipped over at the Butuanon Bridge near the intersection of UN Avenue and MC Briones St., close to a mall in Mandaue City, on Friday, May 17. The truck was heading to Consolacion town from Lapu-Lapu City when the incident happened at 11:12 a.m. Hyll Retuya, the assistant.....»»
P3.5M ‘shabu’ seized from ex-convict in Cebu City drug sting
CEBU CITY, Philippines -Suspected shabu worth over P3.5 million was confiscated from an ex-convict during a buy-bust operation in Sitio Lower Peace Valley, Barangay Lahug, Cebu City, on Thursday evening, May 16, 2024. The individual, identified as 27-year-old Edgardo Ordeñeza Gabini, also known as “Dodot,” is a resident of the barangay and works as a.....»»
Jobstreet by Seek launches free job posting feature for employers
In a press release, Jobstreet by Seek said it released a new feature, Free Lite Ads, which aimed to democratize access to hiring tools, providing employers the flexibility to post job openings anytime and for any role without worrying about budget constraints......»»
2 wanted NPAs killed in brief clash with soldiers in Sultan Kudarat
Two members of the New People’s Army, wanted for arson, multiple murder and cattle theft, were killed by soldiers in an encounter in Barangay Salansang in Lebak, Sultan Kudarat on Thursday morning......»»
La Union brokering talks for resumption of La Union to Cebu, Siargao flights
Plans to resume commercial flights in San Fernando Airport La Union are underway, making flying to Visayas and Mindanao from Northern Luzon easier......»»
SnoRene, SebMira: 2nd leads, odd pairings, bad boys who stole the show
Bad boys and goof balls triumph over the good ones in TV's most recent popular shows......»»
‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ stars Vivoree Esclito, Karina Bautista share live selling advice
In exclusive separate interviews with Philstar.com, Vivoree and Karina admitted that they had to watch a lot of real live sellers to prepare for their roles......»»
LIST: Must-try Binondo food destinations, restaurants
Heading on an epicurean adventure in Binondo? Here are some food haunts and specialties to try:.....»»
China issues radio challenge to aircraft of senators visiting Pag-asa Island
China's radio challenges were made even before the private aircraft carrying Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri, Senate Majority Floor Leader Joel Villanueva and Sen. JV Ejercito landed in Pag-asa Island......»»
TCL reigns supreme as the No. 1 Panel TV brand in the Philippines
TCL’s mission is to bring exceptionally good and technologically updated products to the home of every Filipino, making sure that there is a right product for every person from its product portfolio that is easy on each Filipino’s pocket......»»