K-pop boy band BtoB makes Manila 1st stop of ‘Our Dream’ Asia tour
Even before the proper presscon began, Filipino fans of the South Korean boy band BtoB (Born to Beat), called Filo Melodies, couldn’t contain their excitement to see their K-pop idols during the event......»»
China coercing Japan, Philippines, others, says US Ambassador to Japan
WASHINGTON, D.C.: This week, Rahm Emanuel, U.S. Ambassador to Japan, said China constantly coerces and pressures other countries, including Japan and the Philippines. He made this comment during an event at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington days before a summit between U.S. President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr......»»
No lottery in PBA draft
A plan to hold a special no-order, computer-generated lottery for PBA draft applicants who would’ve been eligible to join at least four years earlier isn’t pushing through after all. According to PBA commissioner Willie Marcial, any change in format will require approval from the Board of Governors and for the moment, the guidelines for the draft on July 14 remain the same as before, meaning the order will follow the reverse standings of the teams the previous season unless slots are traded......»»
Simpson’s name stays on Bills’ Wall of Fame
Long before the Bronco chase gripped a national television audience and the “Trial of the Century” captivated the country, O.J. Simpson was making his mark on the football field......»»
DTI Reminds Businesses to Secure Permits for Promotions
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has emphasized the necessity for businesses to obtain permits before conducting promotions. DTI Assistant Secretary Amanda Nograles stated that such activities fall under the agency’s jurisdiction and require permits. Nograles warned that failing to secure a DTI permit for promotions could lead to penalties. DTI maintains a team […].....»»
Sharon Cuneta scammed by people she trusted
"Megastar" Sharon Cuneta revealed that she was scammed by a friend before. .....»»
Man beaten up for robbing cabbie
A man who attempted to rob a taxi driver was beaten up by residents in Pasay City before dawn on Wednesday......»»
Batangas, Quezon City fives squeeze through
Batangas City and Quezon City met stiff resistance before subduing their opponents on Wednesday in the MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Sixth Season at the Alonte Sports Arena in Biñan, Laguna......»»
PISTON, Manibela announce April 15 strike vs PUVMP consolidation deadline
Two progressive groups announced a "tigil-pasada" starting this Monday to protest the April 30 franchise consolidation deadline under the public utility vehicle (PUV) modernization program — a requisite before the jeepney's eventual phase out......»»
Quiboloy ordered arrested by Pasig court
The qualified human trafficking charge against doomsday preacher Apollo Quiboloy and his co-accused are non-bailable unlike the charges against them filed before the Davao court......»»
Padilla, Ng rule Callaway Junior Golf
Tristan Padilla and Reese Ng ruled the WAGR boys and girls divisions, respectively, in the recent Callaway Junior Golf Circuit at the Calatagan Golf Club course......»»
Rugby boys sa PUJ, susihon
Rugby boys sa PUJ, susihon.....»»
11 big and small milestones to hit before retiring
A fresh, new year is upon us, and this is the perfect time to resolve to make good decisions, no matter how small they seem. Making the right choices, especially while we’re still young, ensures a good future ahead of us when we retire. Depending on the foundations we lay down and choices we make today, here are.....»»
James Taylor in Manila redux, 30 years later
Good things come to those who wait, not least to James Taylor and his fans who turned the Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena on April 8 into one giant folk house and speakeasy when the artist-musician had a sequel show to his 1994 Folk Arts Theater presentation. There was no rushing him or them through 18 well-loved songs that made a roller coaster of the years, making most listeners there that night realize that, to paraphrase the lyrics of one of his songs, the secret to growing old is learning how to take things calmly......»»
Undermanned Nueva Ecija survives Quezon in Game 1 of PSL finals
Nueva Ecija flirted with disaster with its depleted and banged-up roster and needed to subdue a gutsy Quezon side before scoring a tough 94-91 win in the series opener of the PSL President’s Cup......»»
Diether Ocampo and ‘Dalaw’
I was privileged to have interviewed Diether Ocampo before his, as expected, jam packed mall show where he promoted his current movie, Dalaw, which is currently one of the top grossers in the ongoing Metro Manila Film Festival......»»
PNOC-EC awaits results of DOE review on deals
MANILA – PNOC-Exploration Corp. (PNOC-EC), the oil and gas exploration arm of state-owned Philippine National Oil Co., is awaiting the results of the Department of Energy’s (DOE) review of all petroleum service contracts before it proceeds with the development of the Camago-Malampaya Oil Leg in northwest Palawan......»»
EDITORIAL - Where’s the law vs epal?
With a year to go before the midterm elections, public spaces are again being littered with billboards, posters and streamers of politicians, bearing messages to the public using any flimsy excuse, such as greetings on little known occasions, or even advising motorists to drive carefully......»»
13 BI officers face kidnap, extortion raps
Thirteen officers of the Bureau of Immigration accused of kidnapping 16 Indians are facing criminal charges before the Pasay City prosecutor’s office......»»
Soriano: Advice to business leaders: Don’t die before your death
Soriano: Advice to business leaders: Don’t die before your death.....»»