PLDT may allot lower capex for this year—exec
January 18, 2024
Businessman Manuel V. Pangilinan said telco giant Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co. (PLDT) is likely to set aside a lower capital expenditure (capex) for this year.
Boeing wins order for Max jets from Akasa
January 18, 2024
Boeing Co. won an order for 150 Max jets from India’s newest airline, in a rare spot of good news for the US planemaker since a piece of fuselage blew off an Alaska Airlines flight almost two weeks ago.
‘Close persistent gaps in education, infra’
January 18, 2024
Conglomerate Ayala Corp. said there are “persistent gaps to close” in several sectors in the Philippines, including education, health and agriculture.
CLI seeks nod for preferred share sale
January 18, 2024
Regional property developer Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) its registration statement for the issuance of P5-billion perpetual preferred shares, which it will list on the Philippine Stock Exchange.
Thirdy Ravena relishes San-En success in best B. League season yet
January 18, 2024
‘It's a great experience for me, it's been a long time coming,’ says Thirdy Ravena as the Japan B. League Asian import rides his best season yet, helping San-En rise from cellar-dweller to surprise league-leader
Blacklist Rivalry, Team Secret take Asia Pacific Predator League crowns
January 18, 2024
Two Filipino teams dominated the Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 with Blacklist Rivalry taking the DOTA 2 title and Team Secret bagging the VALORANT championship at the Mall of Asia arena last Sunday. Blacklist swept the competition in the DOTA 2 field, going for a flawless 4-0 record in the group stage before eliminating IHC […]
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Ivy Lacsina’s choice rooted in Minowa’s system
January 18, 2024
Ivy Lacsina revealed that Taka Minowa’s system proved to be one of the main reasons why she decided to pick Nxled to be her home following the disbandment of F2 Logistics after the Premier Volleyball League Second All-Filipino Conference. In a video posted by the Chameleons on their Facebook page, the former Cargo Mover standout […]
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UN aid official urges increased support for Niger
January 18, 2024
A senior UN humanitarian official on Thursday called on the international community to step up support for communities in need in Niger, warning that limited funding and access challenges have put lives at risk.
World News in Brief: Iran-Pakistan airstrikes, Sudan war crimes probe, AI and healthcare, human rights in global finance
January 18, 2024
The UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday said he was “deeply concerned” over tit for tat airstrikes carried out by Iran and Pakistan.
Women’s rights key for Afghanistan’s economic recovery
January 18, 2024
Economic recovery in Afghanistan hinges on international support for boosting productivity and reinstating women’s rights, the UN Development Programme (UNDP) said in a new report released on Thursday.
Over 450,000 children institutionalized across Europe, Central Asia
January 18, 2024
More than 450,000 children are living in residential care homes across Europe and Central Asia, highlighting that a “painful legacy” of neglect, abuse, exploitation and psychological trauma is far from over, according to a UNICEF report released on Thu...
Stories from the UN Archive: Cuba’s longest ‘brief’ speech at UN
January 18, 2024
How long was the longest ever statement delivered at the UN General Assembly?
Gaza aid obstacles continue to delay vital relief
January 18, 2024
Medicines for Israeli hostages were reportedly allowed into Gaza for the first time on Thursday along with a consignment of relief supplies for Palestinians, under an agreement brokered by Qatar and France.
In pursuit of PBA glory, Victolero’s singular wish – stay healthy
January 18, 2024
Magnolia head coach Chito Victolero only hopes for one thing and one thing only as they head into the PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup semifinals. “Stay healthy. That’s it,” he told Tiebreaker Times moments after their 109-94 ouster of TNT in the quarters, Wednesday night at the Philsports Arena. “We need to stay healthy throughout […]
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14-year-old skier Laetaz Rabe carries PH flag for 2024 Winter Youth Olympics
January 18, 2024
Laetaz Amihan Rabe, a 14-year-old Filipina skier based in Switzerland, earns flag-bearing honors for the three-member Philippine delegation in the upcoming Winter Youth Olympics in Gangwon, South Korea
Denice Zamboanga looks to become first Filipina MMA world champion
January 18, 2024
As Denice Zamboanga bids to make history, the standout Filipina mixed martial arts fighter challenges good friend and former training partner Stamp Fairtex
This fund scored a big win with its bet on Adani. Now, it could be pressing pause
January 18, 2024
One of the biggest investors in the India's Adani Group, Rajiv Jain of GQG Partners, said he may be done investing in the firm.
UAAP 86 GVB: Princess Tumayao steers FEU-D to Final Four
January 18, 2024
Far Eastern University-Diliman secured the second spot in the UAAP Season 86 High School Girls’ Volleyball tournament Final Four following a 25-10, 25-10, 25-10 domination of University of the Philippines Integrated School on Thursday at the Adamson Gym in Ermita, Manila. The victory allowed the Lady Baby Tamaraws, who are now at 7-3, to join […]
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Resurgent Lakers spoil Luka Doncic triple-double
January 18, 2024
The Lakers relish their current run of success, putting behind them a losing stretch where they dropped nine of 11 games
Injured Rhenz Abando comes home to support Anyang’s EASL stint in PH
January 18, 2024
Gilas Pilipinas standout Rhenz Abando – out of commission since suffering a horrific spinal injury – is coming home to support Anyang's EASL game against home team TNT
Carl Tamayo parts ways with Japan B. League champ Ryukyu
January 18, 2024
Former UP star Carl Tamayo returns to Manila next week, hoping to ‘maximize his potential’ with other Japan B. League teams after leaving champion Ryukyu Golden Kings
Carl Tamayo, Ryukyu part ways
January 18, 2024
Carl Tamayo will return home next week to assess the next step in his future after requesting his release from the B.League defending champion Ryukyu. The 6-foot-8 modern big man hopes to “explore new horizons, showcase his skills, and make a more significant contribution to another team,” as per Virtual Playground. The Golden Kings, meanwhile, […]
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Phoenix or Meralco? Victolero says both teams deserving as Magnolia waits for next foe
January 18, 2024
Top seed Magnolia becomes the first team to reach the semifinals of the PBA Commissioner's Cup as it waits on the winner between Phoenix and Meralco
Warriors assistant coach Dejan Milojevic dead at 46 after heart attack
January 18, 2024
Warriors assistant coach Dejan Milojevic died after suffering a heart attack at a private team dinner
Children on Instagram and Facebook Were Frequent Targets of Sexual Harassment, State Says
January 18, 2024
A 2021 Meta Platforms presentation estimated 100,000 child users were harassed daily, according to unredacted portions of a New Mexico lawsuit.
Apple Loses Attempt to Delay U.S. Watch Ban
January 18, 2024
The tech giant will have to disable the pulse-oximeter feature on its watch to continue U.S. sales.
Long-Distance Dating Sucks. Here’s How Tech Can Help.
January 18, 2024
Some far-flung couples say that more intentional use of one’s devices can make asynchronous intimacy possible, even preferable.
Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Phones Go Heavy on Industry’s Next Big Hope: Generative AI
January 18, 2024
The features have long-term promise, though experts question the immediate pull on consumers.
Apple Changes Its App Store Policy. Critics Call the Moves ‘Outrageous.’
January 18, 2024
The iPhone maker will allow developers to process purchases outside of its app store but will still charge a commission.
No TV, No Problem: How to Make Your Computer Monitor a Functional Entertainment Hub
January 18, 2024
Want to limit your room to one screen? With just a few supplies and regular tidying up, life without a boob tube is possible.
Can a Samsung AI Phone Beat an iPhone?
January 18, 2024
The new artificial-intelligence features, including Circle to Search, up the ante in the battle against Apple.
Altman and Nadella Talk AI at Davos
January 18, 2024
At a session during the annual World Economic Forum, the CEOs of OpenAI and Microsoft were aligned on many topics, but not all.
Tyler Bay at his best as Magnolia avenges playoff heartbreaks to TNT
January 17, 2024
Magnolia advances to the semifinals of the PBA Commissioner's Cup, redeeming itself after succumbing to TNT in their last four playoff encounters
PBA: Magnolia freezes out TNT, secures semis berth with commanding victory
January 17, 2024
Magnolia used its win-once playoff incentive into good use by showing TNT the door, 109-94, to book the first trip to the PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup semifinals, Wednesday night at the Philsports Arena in Pasig. The Hotshots briefly trailed late in the third but Tyler Bey, Mark Barroca, and Ian Sangalang were there to […]
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Trillo lauds Meralco’s composure as Newsome’s heroics does not go to waste
January 17, 2024
Chris Newsome once again saved Meralco from the jaws of defeat following a clutch outing that kept them alive in the PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup. The star guard pushed Phoenix Super LPG to extra time with a game-tying three-pointer, before helping Bong Quinto and Allein Maliksi close out the 116-107 triple-OT victory on Wednesday […]
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Jamike stands by Johnathan Williams, brushes off missed FTs in epic 3OT loss
January 17, 2024
Phoenix Super LPG head coach Jamike Jarin won’t define Johnathan Williams by the free throws he missed late in their eventual defeat to Meralco in the PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup quarterfinals, Wednesday night. The do-it-all import had the chance to break the 103-all tie with 8.2 seconds left in the second overtime. However, he […]
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Jolina Dela Cruz to miss most of 2024 PVL season after surgery
January 17, 2024
Jolina Dela Cruz has decided to take the right route concerning the treatment of her injury. Four days after signing with Farm Fresh, the 24-year-old spiker out of De La Salle University had successful surgery on a partial anterior cruciate ligament injury in her right knee. “Surgery was a success! Now, let’s get this recovery started,” […]
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Gaza health system collapsing, as UN agencies renew ceasefire call
January 17, 2024
The World Health Organization (WHO) is continuing to do all it can to deliver critical medicines, supplies and fuel to Gaza hospitals, where the health system is collapsing, an agency official said on Wednesday.