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......»»
West Philippine Sea dispute discussed at joint peace and order meeting
China’s activities seen to “jeopardize” the security of the country’s borders were among the key security issues discussed yesterday during the first ever joint national peace and order council and regional peace and order council meeting at Malacañang......»»
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......»»
BCDA remits P1.1 billion to government
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority has remitted P1.1 billion in dividends to the national government to support efforts to drive economic growth......»»
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.....»»
Liloan accident: Habal-habal driver’s family, van driver settle amicably
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The arrested suspect and the relatives of the habal-habal driver who died in a road accident along the national road in Barangay Yati, Liloan town in Cebu on Tuesday dawn, April 23, 2024, have agreed to settle amicably. Consequently, the suspect will be released from jail after an affidavit of desistance.....»»
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......»»
Actors, scholars, advocates receive FDCP’s highest honor
t the Film Development Council of the Philippines' second annual "Parangal ng Sining" gathering on April 19, the national agency for film bestowed its highest honor — the Lifetime Achievement Award — upon an esteemed list of actors, scholars, and advocates championing the preservation and restoration of Philippine cinema......»»
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.....»»
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......»»
UP-Diliman renames marine science building
The University of the Philippines has renamed the UP Diliman Marine Science Institute (MSI)’s building as the Edgardo D. Gomez Hall, after the national scientist who founded the institute......»»
Delgaco first Pinay rower to book Olympic trip
When Joanie Delgaco was starting as a national team member, she was awed by the stars of the sport......»»
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.....»»