Zubiri out as Escudero takes Senate leadership
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri on Monday relinquished the Senate presidency to Sen. Francis Escudero, saying his refusal to “follow instructions” in order to maintain the 24-member chamber’s independence had “ruffled some feathers” and cost him the third highest government office. “Of course, I’m heartbroken. I was not following instructions, that’s why I.....»»
Diesel, kerosene prices up in third week of May
This has been the third-consecutive week that gasoline prices will have a rollback......»»
Bianca charges back
Bianca Pagdanganan vaulted back into contention in the Mizuho Americas Open with a sizzling bounceback card of six-under 66 in the third round Saturday in Jersey City......»»
Constantino out to keep romp in Philippine Masters
Harmie Constantino shoots for a third straight victory on the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour in the ICTSI Villamor Ladies Philippine Masters unfolding tomorrow at the Villamor Golf Club in Pasay City......»»
House divorce bill moves; no action from Senate
The ball is now in the Senate’s court to pass their own version of the divorce bill, opposition lawmakers said, as they themselves hoped for a speedy third reading for the bill before the 19th Congress ends its second regular session on May 24. Speaking to reporters, Gabriela Rep. Arlene Brosas and ACT Teachers Rep. France Castro.....»»
Constantino seeks 3rd LPGT win at home
As the weather sizzles, Harmie Constantino aims to stay red-hot, shooting for a third straight victory on the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour in the ICTSI Villamor Ladies Philippine Masters unfolding Tuesday, May 21, at the Villamor Golf Club in Pasay City......»»
House OKs Condominium Act
With tower dwelling becoming popular among Filipinos, the House of Representatives has approved on third and final reading a bill that will provide for the redevelopment of condominium units in the Philippines......»»
Death penalty vs illegal garbage dumping in Abra draws deep concern
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expressed its deep concern over a barangay ordinance in Bangued, Abra which proposes "death penalty" for a third offense of illegal dumping of garbage......»»
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.....»»
Kelvin Miranda clears Kira Balinger for being alleged third party in breakup with ex-GF
Kapuso actor Kelvin Miranda finally broke his silence regarding his breakup with Roselle Vytiaco. .....»»
Gasoline prices to drop for third consecutive week
Oil firms might implement mixed adjustments in pump prices during the third week of May following the two-consecutive weeks of oil price rollback......»»
Smart backs Paris-bound Philippines athletes
Smart Communications, Inc. has signed a partnership agreement with the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) to strengthen the telco’s support for the Philippine delegation to the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games......»»
Higher tariff, water use buoy Manila Water earnings
Razon-led Manila Water Company Inc. saw its first quarter net income grow by more than a third compared to last year on the back of higher tariff coupled by increase in water usage in its covered areas......»»
Globe pushes for zero-lease policy for telco infra
Globe pushes for zero-lease policy for telco infra.....»»
Tourism Summit 2024 gives spotlight to travel content creators, entrepreneurs
The Department of Tourism and non-profit organization Go Negosyo on Monday mounted the third edition of Tourism Summit in Parañaque City......»»
Filipina golfers slip as Fall hangs tough
Clariss Guce’s momentum from her stirring 65 Friday fizzled out as she struggled to maintain her form, ending up with a 73 and slipping further behind Dana Fall in the third round of the Carlisle Arizona Women’s Golf Classic in Scottsdale, Arizona Saturday (Sunday Manila time)......»»
Progress in Philippines Media Murder Cases Just a Start - Human Rights Watch
Click to expand Image Activists call for justice and protection of media workers during a rally following the killing of radio journalist Percy Lapid, Quezon City, Philippines, October 4, 2022. 2022 Eloisa Lopez-Reuters Advocates of media freedom in the Philippines got some good news within days of World Press Freedom Day on May 3. On April 29, policearrested a third suspect in theon-air shooting of radio broadcaster Juan.....»»
Cong. Duke Frasco Cup kicks off May 18
CEBU CITY, Philippines — One of the biggest sports events in northern Cebu, the Cong. Duke Frasco Cup, will unwrap its third leg on May 18 at the sports complex in Liloan town. This sports event, which features basketball and volleyball tournaments, is organized by sports patrons of the 5th District of Cebu, headed by.....»»
NCRPO to deploy 22,000 cops for SONA
More than 22,000 police officers will be deployed to secure the third State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Marcos in July, according to the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO)......»»
Figaro posts rise in quarterly earnings
Figaro Coffee Group Inc. (FCG) sustained its momentum in the third quarter of its current fiscal year, delivering a five percent rise in net income to P105 million on the back of higher revenues......»»