22-year-old Pinoy creates prototype of tidal turbine
January 22, 2024
A 22-year-old Filipino has developed his own prototype of a tidal turbine to harness the power of the waves to generate electricity.
Olsen brings in Richard del Rosario to Perps staff
January 22, 2024
Olsen Racela will bring a familiar face to be his lead deputy at University of Perpetual Help System DALTA. The former FEU Tamaraws head coach has enlisted Richard del Rosario as his lead deputy for the upcoming NCAA Season 100 tournament. Racela and Del Rosario also collaborate as assistants to Tim Cone in Ginebra San […]
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Arrival of Japanese coaches in PVL excites Shaq
January 22, 2024
Cignal head coach Shaq delos Santos believes that the arrival of Japanese coaches in the Premier Volleyball League will serve as a big challenge for local tacticians here in the Philippines. Delos Santos recently attended a training camp in Japan together with the UST Golden Tigresses. He explained that the entry of Japanese coaches in […]
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Sanya Lopez proud to participate in a plastic recycling campaign
January 22, 2024
Sanya is a certified eco-warrior!
After two seasons, William Sy pens heartfelt farewell to JRU
January 22, 2024
William Sy has announced his exit from Jose Rizal University after just two seasons in the NCAA men's basketball tournament.
Meralco looks to prioritize player rest, recovery after grueling Doha, PBA, EASL run
January 22, 2024
Following the end of Meralco’s PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup campaign on Sunday night, the team now prioritizes giving its players a much-needed break. Bolts head coach Luigi Trillo said that his staff will be looking for ways to make sure that the team earns a well-deserved rest and recovery after going through possibly the […]
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Pagasa: Cloudy Tuesday with possible isolated rain showers
January 22, 2024
MANILA, Philippines --- The northeast monsoon, or "amihan," will bring cloudy skies and rain to parts of Luzon on Tuesday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).
"Ma...
Pokwang accuses Lee O’Brian of ‘exploiting’ daughter on social media anew
January 22, 2024
Pokwang once again lambasted her estranged partner Lee O'Brian a few days after he penned an emotional message on the birthday of their daughter Malia, calling her birth the "best moment" of his life.
On her Facebook account last Thursday, Jan. ...
Dlar makes comeback with Cambodia’s Pro Esports
January 22, 2024
Gerald “Dlar” Trinchera is set to make a comeback in the MLBB pro scene, continuing to play as an import as he joins Pro Esports in MPL Cambodia. The former MPL Philippines star will collaborate with Filipino Coach Mitch “zMitch” Sato, along with Bien “Boyet” Chumecera (former Nexplay Evos jungler), Mariusz “Donut” Tan (former Burn […]
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Biodiversity: What is it, and how can we protect it?
January 22, 2024
The UN and its global partners will grapple with the massive loss of animal and plant species, and how to avoid further extinction, at a major conference beginning 23 January. Here’s a primer on what, exactly, biodiversity is, and how the UN can help s...
UN expert says human rights violations rage on in Sudan
January 22, 2024
The human rights expert appointed by the UN High Commissioner to monitor Sudan, Radhoune Noucier, told UN News on Monday that everything from basic human rights to the economy and the legal system, have been decimated by the on-going war between rival ...
Restrictions on Afghan women continue unabated: UN report
January 22, 2024
Hundreds of Afghan women were forced to quit their jobs or have been arrested and denied access to essential services in the last quarter of 2023, a UN report revealed on Monday, as Taliban officials continue undermining their basic human rights.
Hong Kong: UN human rights experts call for immediate release of Jimmy Lai
January 22, 2024
A group of independent UN human rights experts on Monday called on the authorities in Hong Kong to drop all charges against pro-democracy media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai and release him immediately.
Ukraine: UN rights office deplores attack in Russian-occupied Donetsk
January 22, 2024
The UN human rights office (OHCHR) on Monday strongly condemned a weekend attack on the Russian-occupied city of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine which left scores dead and injured.
Gaza: ‘The siege is the silent killer’
January 22, 2024
In Gaza, bombs and bullets are far from the only threat to life. Residents lack food and clean water, health facilities are practically nonexistent and communication with the outside world is patchy at best.
World News in Brief: Pandemic treaty in jeopardy, historic IOM appeal, ‘enormous obstacles’ facing Iran’s lawyers
January 22, 2024
The head of the UN health agency raised concerns on Monday that the draft of a global agreement to head off a future pandemic may not be finalized by May this year, as previously agreed.
25,000 civilians killed in Gaza war as humanitarian needs go on rising
January 22, 2024
“Intense” Israeli bombardment in Gaza continued on Monday along with rocket fire into Israel by Palestinian armed groups as UN humanitarians reported that more than 25,000 have died in the enclave since war began on 7 October.
Marcos admin, Congress draw support from retired AFP generals
January 22, 2024
MANILA, Philippines --- Four groups of retired Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) generals have assured Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez that ex-military officials support the current administration and both house...
SWS: Involuntary hunger rate hits 12.6 percent in December 2023
January 22, 2024
MANILA, Philippines --- The number of Filipino families who experienced "involuntary hunger" rose from 9.8 percent in September 2023 to to 12.6 percent in December 2023, based on the Social Weather Stations' (SWS) latest...
UN rapporteur on freedom of expression arrives in PH
January 22, 2024
MANILA, Philippines --- Irene Khan, the United Nations (UN) special rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression, arrived in Manila on Monday, one day ahead of schedule.
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security ...
Loisa Andalio, Ronnie Alonte hope to work on separate projects for now
January 22, 2024
It has been seven years since real-life sweethearts Loisa Andalio and Ronnie Alonte were paired up as the love team LoiNie, but they hope to grow as individuals in separate projects for now.
The afternoon drama "Pira-Pirasong Paraiso" is the lat...
Speaker is caretaker of 6th Dist. of Batangas; Suarez new deputy speaker
January 22, 2024
MANILA, Philippines --- Quezon 2nd District Rep. David Suarez has been elected as the House of Representatives' newest deputy speaker, replacing former Batangas 6th District Rep. Ralph Recto who was recently appo...
SBP encourages fans to submit proposals for positive change
January 22, 2024
The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) is calling on basketball enthusiasts all over the country to apply for the FIBA Foundation’s “Propose a Project” program. With FIBA’s belief “that basketball can catalyze to empower, educate, and inspire youth through the implementation of Basketball For Good projects all over the world,” it aims to support projects […]
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Comelec explains move to receive Cha-cha drive signatures
January 22, 2024
MANILA, Philippines --- The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Monday defended its move to accept signature sheets for a people's initiative to amend the 1987 Constitution, even without a formal petition yet.
Comelec ch...
Philippines to experience rains due to Northeast Monsoon
January 22, 2024
State weather bureau PAGASA on Monday said it is not monitoring any low pressure area (LPA) within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) but rains may persist across parts of the country due to the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan).
INQToday: PH condemns China’s ‘provocative action’ vs Filipino fishers
January 22, 2024
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PH condemns China's 'provocative action' vs Filipino fishers
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) encourages Filipino fishermen to fish within the Scarborough Shoal ar...
Here's a quick roundup of today's top stories:
PH condemns China's 'provocative action' vs Filipino fishers
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) encourages Filipino fishermen to fish within the Scarborough Shoal ar...
Miguel Tanfelix tells Ysabel Ortega, ‘I love you” on AOS stage
January 22, 2024
Ysabel Ortega will be celebrating her birthday on Thursday, January 25, and Miguel Tanfelix is already looking intent on celebrating her.
Bongbong Marcos reactivates Task Force El Niño
January 22, 2024
MANILA, Philippines --- President Ferdinand "Bongbong" R. Marcos Jr. through an executive order (EO), ordered the reactivation of Task Force El Nio.
Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. announced the reviva...
Beijing sets 2024 growth target higher despite slowing economy
January 22, 2024
BEIJING - China's capital city Beijing has set a growth target of around 5 percent for 2024, surpassing last year's target of above 4.5 percent, despite expectations of slower growth for the national economy.
The economy of the capital city expa...
LE SSERAFIM to return with 3rd EP ‘Easy’ in February
January 22, 2024
LE SSERAFIM --- consisting of Chaewon, Sakura, Yunjin, Kazuha, and Eunchae --- will release their third EP, "Easy," on Feb. 19.
The K-pop girl group announced their comeback on the fan community platform Weverse on Monday.
The upcoming album ...
Senate’s push for RBH 6 strong show of unity – Romualdez
January 22, 2024
MANILA, Philippines --- The Senate's own move to pursue charter change by filing Resolution of Both Houses (RBH) No. 6 is a strong show of unity, Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez said on Monday as Congressional sessi...
China’s residential foreclosures rose 43% in 2023
January 22, 2024
BEIJING/HONG KONG - The number of foreclosed homes in China rose 43 percent year-on-year in 2023, according to a private survey on Monday, highlighting a worrying trend of rising mortgage delinquencies amid a sustained property market slump and a p...
PVL: Jerry Yee tempers expectations for new-look Farm Fresh
January 22, 2024
MANILA, Philippines --- Farm Fresh coach Jerry Yee believes the Japanese system suits the physique of Filipino volleyball players.
Yee also hopes the Foxies will translate their training from their new coaching staff into a better 2024 Premier V...
ITF lifts suspension on Philippine tennis body
January 22, 2024
The country's national sports association (NSA) for tennis can now fully operate after the International Tennis Federation (ITF) has lifted the suspension slapped against the Philippine Tennis Association (PHILTA).
ITF lifts PHILTA suspension
January 22, 2024
The country has rejoined the global tennis community as the International Tennis Federation (ITF) lifted the suspension of the Philippine Tennis Association (PHILTA) on Sunday. “I am pleased to confirm that the ITF Board of Directors has decided to lift the suspension of the Philippine Tennis Association (PHILTA) … in accordance with Article 5 of […]
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Touring golf pros face tall order as TCC Invitational gets going
January 22, 2024
STA. ROSA, Laguna – The set is stage for a compelling clash of will and character as The Country Club Invitational reels off Tuesday, where former champions, emerging stars and the Top 30 players from last year’s Philippine Golf Tour Order of Merit bat...
Baby Falcons demolish Junior Archers, secure semis bonus
January 22, 2024
Adamson University hammered out a wire-to-wire 74-59 win over La Salle-Zobel to secure the twice-to-beat slot in the Final Four of the UAAP Season 86 high school boys basketball tournament Sunday at the Filoil EcoOil Centre. Justine Garcia had a solid ...
PH’s Groseclose stumbles in 500m finals to close out Winter Youth Olympics campaign
January 22, 2024
Young short track speed skater Peter Groseclose made his first-ever finals appearance, but crashed out during the men's 500m finals to end his 2024 Gangwon Winter Youth Olympics campaign on Monday in South Korea.