China is doubling down on homegrown tech. Goldman Sachs shares its chip plays
July 21, 2024
Goldman Sachs analysts pointed out there are notable catalysts for certain semiconductor and artificial intelligence China stock plays.
Paris Olympics: EJ Obiena vows 100% despite ‘physical problems’
July 21, 2024
MANILA, Philippines—Already facing a tall order, EJ Obiena will be dealing with added adversity in his bid for gold in the upcoming Paris Olympics. In a lengthy post on Instagram, Obiena revealed he has been battling “various physical problems...
Earnings playbook: Your guide to a busy week of earnings, including Alphabet and Tesla
July 21, 2024
Wall Street will get its first glimpse of Big Tech earnings this week.
Carina maintains strength, to intensify Habagat -PAGASA
July 21, 2024
Tropical Storm Carina maintained its strength Sunday afternoon as it remained almost stationary over the Philippine Sea, from where it would enhance the Southwest Monsoon.
LOOK: Stylish couples at the GMA Gala 2024
July 21, 2024
As the GMA Gala 2024 red carpet rolled out on Saturday, celebrities and guests served looks that’s nothing short of phenomenal. They came in colors of mostly black and white, as was the theme of the black-tie event, but their star factor shone br...
Meet the American who popularized Latin music, Tito Puente, World War II Navy veteran and kamikaze survivor
July 21, 2024
Tito Puente was born in New York City to parents from Puerto Rico. After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, he popularized Latin music in the United States.
HIGHLIGHTS: Philippines vs Chinese Taipei-Blue – Jones Cup 2024
July 21, 2024
Tajuan Agee proves to be a stabilizer, while Kiefer Ravena and RJ Abarrientos deliver timely hits as Strong Group wins the Philippines its seventh Jones Cup crown by going unbeaten in eight games
BBC Season 15: Panthers clinch back-to-back titles
July 21, 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Panthers pounced on the Lions, 108-85, to earn back-to-back championship titles in the Badboyz Basketball Club (BBC) Season 15 finals on Saturday evening, July 20, at the Alta Vista Golf & Country Club’s Spo...
Secret Service admits leaning on ‘state and local partners’ after claim it ignored Trump team’s past requests
July 21, 2024
The U.S. Secret Service responded to a damning Washington Post report that claimed top officials would "repeatedly" deny requests to former President Trump's security detail.
West Philippine Sea: PH, China reach understanding on Ayungin missions – DFA
July 21, 2024
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and China have reached “an understanding” on provisional arrangement for the rotation and resupply missions (RoRe) to BRP Sierra Madre at Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), the Departm...
With AI, jets and police squadrons, Paris is securing the Olympics — and worrying critics
July 21, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS PARIS (AP) — A year ago, the head of the Paris Olympics boldly declared that France’s capital would be “ the safest place in the world ” when the Games open this Friday, July 26. Tony Estanguet’s confident forecast look...
‘Carina’ keeps strength as it moves slowly over Philippine Sea
July 21, 2024
Tropical Storm Carina (international name: Gaemi) continued to maintain its strength while slowing its movement over the Philippine Sea on Sunday, according to the state weather bureau PAGASA.
Astros notch No. 1 seed for the first time this season with victory over Mariners
July 21, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS SEATTLE (AP) — Jake Meyers hit a go-ahead two-run homer off former Houston reliever Ryne Stanek in the seventh inning, and the Astros beat the Seattle Mariners, 4-2, on Saturday night, July 20, to take sole possession of the ...
Storm Carina keeps strength, enhances southwest monsoon
July 21, 2024
MANILA, Philippines — Tropical storm Carina (international name: Gaemi) maintained its strength off Casiguran in Aurora as it moved over the Philippine Sea on Sunday afternoon, according to the state weather bureau. In its 5 p.m. cyclone update, the P...
Jillian Ward reveals her mom got pregnant with her at 19, had second thoughts about keeping her
July 21, 2024
Jillian Ward revealed that her mom Jennifer wanted to get rid of her when she found out she was pregnant with the young actress at age 19.
Paris Olympics: Carlos Yulo, PH gymnasts arrive at Olympic Village
July 21, 2024
MANILA, Philippines—Filipino gymnasts, led by two-time Olympian Carlos Yulo, have arrived at the Olympic Village in France ahead of the Paris Summer Games, which officially opens on Friday (Saturday in Manila). The Olympic Village is expected to house ...
Evan Mobley, Cavaliers shake hand on 5-year, $224 million rookie contract extension
July 21, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS CLEVELAND (AP) — Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley has agreed to a five-year, $224 million contract extension with Cleveland, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Saturday night, July 20. Mobley ha...
‘We must take action’: Ontario storm spurs calls to better equip cities for extreme weather
July 21, 2024
On Tuesday, Toronto and the surrounding area were bombarded by a historic rainstorm that lashed near-record water levels upon the city.
Horschel leads British Open on wild day of rain, big numbers at Royal Troon
July 21, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS TROON, Scotland (AP) — The British Open brought a final two hours of the worst weather to the world’s best players, and Billy Horschel was up for the fight. Horschel flipped his cap around to keep rain from dripping off the b...
Why Fil-Am hurdler Lauren Hoffman made the big Philippine leap
July 21, 2024
‘I’m reminding myself that I’m ready to do this,’ says Philippine record holder Lauren Hoffman as the Fil-Am hurdler debuts in the Olympics
Russia says intercepted US bomber planes over Arctic
July 21, 2024
MOSCOW — Russia said Sunday that it scrambled fighter jets to prevent two US strategic bomber planes from crossing its border over the Barents Sea in the Arctic. The US military routinely carries out flights over international waters, operations ...
GMA Gala 2024: 7 celebrities who stood out on the red carpet
July 21, 2024
The GMA Gala 2024 has finally come to an end, but we're not letting go of the entertainment industry's most star-studded event just yet, as some of the looks on the red carpet are simply unforgettable.
Tech outage was good test for Paris Games systems, says IOC
July 21, 2024
The global tech outage that hit many sections also affected some preparations for the Paris Olympics, but the IOC says 'it was a quite a good rehearsal'
First congressional Democrat calls for Secret Service director to resign over Trump assassination attempt
July 21, 2024
Rep. Brendan Boyle is urging Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to resign in wake of the assassination attempt against former President Trump.
GMA Gala 2024: A sneak peek at the surprise performances, presentations of Kapuso stars
July 21, 2024
The GMA Gala 2024 would not be complete without the surprise performances and presentations from some of today's biggest and brightest Kapuso stars.
Eerie photo of Trump shooter’s bike left at rally site as expert questions why ‘flying squad’ wasn’t mobilized
July 21, 2024
A bike reportedly ridden by gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks, who nearly assassinated Donald Trump, and killed a loving father who shielded his family and injured two others
Senator points to ‘mistake’ Secret Service made in blame game over sweeping building where Trump shooter was
July 21, 2024
Senator James Lankford, R-OK, argued that Secret Service was responsible for sweeping the building, not local law enforcement, prior to former President Trump's Pennsylvania rally.
‘Erotica the Drag Queen’: Meet the Biden campaign staffer helping with comms strategy in key state
July 21, 2024
A former communications staffer for Sen. Elizabeth Warren, who was recently hired by the Biden campaign in Pennsylvania to help with communications, works as a "drag queen" on weekends.
Arike Ogunbowale carries Team WNBA over Team USA in All-Star Game
July 21, 2024
Arike Ogunbowale wins All-Star Game MVP against Team USA for the second time as she delivers a record-breaking performance for Team WNBA
‘Ludicrous’: Donors leave call with Kamala Harris frustrated and annoyed
July 21, 2024
The gathering of about 300 donors was meant to calm concerns but instead upset several who said it was badly organized but didn't blame Harris herself.
Obiena admits facing ‘physical problems’ in Paris Games buildup but vows to push through
July 21, 2024
By MARK REY MONTEJO EJ Obiena is keeping his eyes on the big prize despite admittedly facing some ‘physical problems’ that has hampered his preparations so far for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. Obiena through a lengthy Instagram post on Satu...
Bianca Umali slays in her 3 looks for GMA Gala 2024
July 21, 2024
Bianca Umali has prepared not one, not two, but three looks for GMA Gala 2024!
LeBron saves the day as Team USA avoids upset vs South Sudan in Olympic exhibition
July 21, 2024
Defending four-time Olympic champion United States avoids a stunning loss to world No. 33 South Sudan in its buildup for the Paris Games
Kim Ji Soo after red carpet scene stealer award in GMA Gala 2024: ‘Salamat po’
July 21, 2024
Kim Ji Soo enjoyed his first-ever experience of the GMA Gala!
Alex Eala wins doubles crown, reaches singles final in Spain tourney
July 21, 2024
By REYNALD MAGALLON Alex Eala and French partner Estelle Cascino capped a dominant run all throughout the W100 Vitoria-Gasteiz in Spain, winning the doubles crown after a pulsating 6-3, 2-6, 10-4 victory over Lia Karatancheva of Bulgaria and Dia...