NBA legend Larry Bird implores LeBron James critics to ‘quit whining’
February 19, 2024
Basketball Hall of Famer Larry Bird slammed LeBron James critics ahead of the NBA All-Star Game and implored them to appreciate his greatness.
Fajardo, Edu out for first window of FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers
February 19, 2024
Big men June Mar Fajardo and AJ Edu have been ruled out for Gilas Pilipinas' opening game in the first window of 2025 FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers slated this week due to injuries.
Police arrest BIR employee for extortion against local firm
February 19, 2024
Police arrested a Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) employee for reportedly extorting money from a business establishment during an entrapment on Feb. 14. In a statement on Monday, Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr. said the...
N.S. man’s letters indicate suicide risk as short-staffed jail kept inmates in cells
February 19, 2024
The wife of a man who recently died by suicide at the Central Nova Scotia Correctional Facility see his death as a sign of a dangerously under-resourced corrections system.
Pact to boost healthcare in women’s jail inked
February 19, 2024
The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Correctional Institution for Women (CIW) forged a partnership with Huawei Technologies and mWell—the digital healthcare arm of Metro Pacific Health Tech Corp–to advance healthcare access for prisoners at th...
Magnificent 7 profits now exceed almost every country in the world. Should we be worried?
February 19, 2024
The so-called "Magnificent 7" U.S. tech behemoths encompass Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla.
Pennsylvania authorities identify police officer wounded in fatal gunfire exchange
February 19, 2024
A southeastern Pennsylvania officer who was wounded in a shooting in over the weekend has been identified by authorities as Chester Police Detective Steve Byrne.
Blocking Pornhub access in Canada an option, owners say. Here’s why
February 19, 2024
A House of Commons committee is set to study legislation proposed by Independent Sen. Julie Miville-Dechêne that would require Canadians to verify their age to access porn online.
Sparkle love teams BarDa, JulieVer, RuCa to entertain global Pinoys in Canada this April
February 19, 2024
Three Sparkle love teams are heading to Canada this April to entertain global Pinoys--BarDa, JulieVer, and RuCa!
US students are putting off college decisions due to delay in financial aid applications
February 19, 2024
For many students, the excitement of being accepted into college is being overshadowed this year by a delayed rollout of a revised federal financial aid application.
As Jimmy Carter marks 1 year in hospice care, advocates hope to dispel hospice misconceptions
February 19, 2024
Though Rosalynn Carter passed away shortly after entering hospice care, Jimmy Carter is still alive a year later. The Carters’ different experiences show the range of hospice services.
Young environmentalists bash ‘out of touch’ Biden campaign as concern over Trump 2024 victory grows
February 19, 2024
Young climate activists are criticizing the Biden campaign ahead of the 2024 presidential election, raising concerns about throwing the race to former President Trump.
2 hurt in neighborhood gunfight in Rizal
February 19, 2024
Residents of Barangay San Roque in Rizal's Teresa town fled in alarm after two neighbors, who were allegedly involved in illegal drugs, started shooting at each other.
Did inflation ease in January? Here’s what economists expect
February 19, 2024
Statistics Canada is set to release its January consumer price index report on Tuesday and forecasters expect Canada's inflation rate fell.
From Stories to Realities: Kai Sotto thrilled to play under Tim Cone
February 19, 2024
Kai Sotto is relishing the opportunity to pick the brains of Tim Cone now that he finds himself playing for the decorated mentor once more in Gilas Pilipinas. The two have previously worked with one another in the men’s team when the 65-year-old served as an assistant to Chot Reyes, but it will be their […]
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‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ stars Gordon Cormier, Dallas Liu to visit PH for fan event
February 19, 2024
Gordon Cormier and Dallas Liu, who star in the Netflix live action adaptation of "Avatar: The Last Airbender," are coming to the Philippines!
LTO suspends license of SUV driver in Subic road rage incident
February 19, 2024
The Land Transportation Office has issued a 90-day preventive suspension on the license of the driver of a sports utility vehicle involved in a road rage incident in Subic, Zambales.
EU farmers are protesting climate change regulations. Could Canadians join them?
February 19, 2024
European farmers have protested higher costs, lower profits and climate change regulations for months. Could Canadian producers also blockade ports?
‘China has a lot more to lose’: U.S. considering sanctioning Chinese firms aiding Russia’s war
February 19, 2024
The U.S. is considering slapping sanctions on Chinese companies it believes are helping Russia fuel its war in Ukraine, members of Congress told CNBC.
Lalaki, pinatay sa taga ng kaniyang katrabaho sa meat shop sa Batangas
February 19, 2024
xPinagtataga hanggang sa mamatay ang isang lalaki sa loob ng banyo ng meat shop na kaniyang pinapasukan sa Lipa City, Batangas. Ang suspek sa krimen, ang kaniyang katrabaho.
GMA Kapuso Foundation collects 1,674 blood bags in donation drive
February 19, 2024
The GMA Kapuso Foundation has collected a total of 1,674 blood bags in its donation drive held on Valentine's Day.
Gabriela party-list urges House to prioritize P100 legislated wage hike
February 19, 2024
Gabriela lawmaker Arlene Brosas on Monday called on the House of Representatives to prioritize the passage of the P100 legislated wage hike.
Bill eyes study of labor market to help K-12 grads find jobs
February 19, 2024
A bill has been filed in the House of Representatives mandating the study of labor market demand every three years to increase the chances of K to 12 or senior high school (SHS) graduates of landing jobs.
Kevin Quiambao to showcase learnings from SGA in Window 1
February 19, 2024
After being surrounded by numerous NBA stars in Strong Group Athletics, Kevin Quiambao is looking to apply everything that he has learned for Gilas Pilipinas in the upcoming February window of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers. Quiambao, who received a naturalization offer from the United Arab Emirates following his fine play in the Dubai […]
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Russia’s war in Ukraine is igniting an old debate in Brussels over debt
February 19, 2024
To raise or not to raise new debt together? That's the question hanging over the shoulders of European officials as they promise to spend more on defense.
Russia says an investigation is underway into Navalny’s death, denies refusing to release his body
February 19, 2024
The Kremlin on Monday confirmed an investigation into the death of imprisoned Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny is ongoing.
Four posers planning to work in fake call centers nabbed
February 19, 2024
The Bureau of Immigration reported that it had intercepted four individuals who disguised as tourists to work in “pseudo-call centers” abroad.
‘Oppenheimer’ triumphs at BAFTA Film Awards with most wins
February 19, 2024
"Oppenheimer," a three-hour epic about the making of the atomic bomb in World War Two, was the big winner at the BAFTA Film Awards on Sunday, winning the top honors for best film and best director as well as five other awards.
EA Guzman admits practicing celibacy with Shaira Diaz is hard
February 19, 2024
On Monday's episode of "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda," the engaged couple talked about practicing celebacy, with EA admitting he cried over how difficult it was in the beginning.
World News in Brief: Millions battle hunger due to Sudan war, human rights essential to peace, surge in fighting along Ukraine frontline
February 19, 2024
At least 25 million people are struggling with soaring rates of hunger and malnutrition as the crisis arising from the war in Sudan sends shockwaves around the region, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) warned on Monday.
UN committed to help Somalia deliver ‘for its people’
February 19, 2024
Somalia remains resilient and strongly committed to state-building but more is needed to sustain the gains made in the fight against terrorist insurgency, the UN Special Representative in the country told the Security Council on Monday.
UK bill to send asylum seekers to Rwanda ‘undercuts human rights’: UN rights chief
February 19, 2024
The United Kingdom’s legislative moves to facilitate the prompt removal of asylum seekers to Rwanda run contrary to the basic principles of the rule of law and risk delivering a “serious blow” to human rights, the UN rights chief warned on Monday.
We all want an Afghanistan at peace, UN chief says in Doha
February 19, 2024
The UN Secretary-General on Monday highlighted the urgent need for an end to restrictions imposed by the Taliban de facto authorities on women and girls in Afghanistan.
Bata na nais kunin ang patay na pusa sa balon, nasawi; lalaki na sasagip sana sa bata, nasawi rin
February 19, 2024
Nasawi ang isang 12-anyos na lalaki matapos siyang mahulog sa balon sa pagnanais na kunin sa loob nito ang isang patay na pusa sa Jolo, Sulu. Ang isang lalaki na nagtangka namang sagipin ang bata, nasawi rin.
Xpeng plans to hire 4,000 people, invest in AI as CEO warns intense EV rivalry may end in ‘bloodbath’
February 19, 2024
Xpeng plans to hire 4,000 new people and invest 3.5 billion Chinese yuan ($486.2 million) in artificial intelligence technology, according to the company's CEO.
Houthis claim ‘catastrophic’ attack in Red Sea that prompted crew to abandon ship
February 19, 2024
The Iran-backed Houthi group on Sunday damaged a ship offshore Yemen, prompting its crew to abandon the vessel.
Senate hails Marian Rivera, Dingdong Dantes for inspiring Pinoys in ‘Rewind’ film
February 19, 2024
The Senate on Monday adopted a resolution commending Kapuso stars Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes for being inspirations and promoting family values in their latest movie "Rewind".
Tim Cone’s goal for Gilas: make the Olympics
February 19, 2024
Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone made it clear: the goal is to reach the Olympics.