Educating films
January 17, 2025
IN film education, do we educate the film or does the film educate us?
Ha Seung-jin calls four-point shot ‘strange but fun,’ suggests it for KBL
January 16, 2025
Maybe the Korean Basketball League (KBL) should adopt the four-pointer. Ha Seung-jin offered as much after the former NBA player saw with his own eyes the controversial shot when he graced the PBA on Thursday night. He actually never had any idea about its existence until he paid the Filipino league a visit, admitting that […]
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TikTok CEO expected to attend Trump’s inauguration, NBC reports
January 16, 2025
TikTok's CEO Shou Chew is expected to attend President's Trump inauguration next week, NBC News reports.
Magnolia playoff streak under Victolero still alive after escape vs Phoenix
January 16, 2025
Zavier Lucero hits some big shots in the fourth quarter as Magnolia breathes life into its playoff bid with its fourth win in 10 games
Pope Francis using sling after injuring forearm in fall
January 16, 2025
Pope Francis suffers forearm injury after falling in his Santa Marta house, but continues his duties and downplays health concerns
Bank of America tops estimates on better-than-expected investment banking, interest income
January 16, 2025
The company said fourth-quarter profit more than doubled to $6.67 billion, or 82 cents per share, from a year earlier.
Morgan Stanley tops estimates on strong equities and fixed income trading revenue
January 16, 2025
While bank stocks have been supported by enthusiasm for rising deal activity, it was actually the trading side that helped Morgan Stanley more in the quarter.
Biden administration launches cybersecurity executive order
January 16, 2025
With this executive order, the Biden White House is looking to boost digital security in the U.S. for the government and the private sector.
Polestar expects delayed profitability as demand for EVs weakens, competition hurts
January 16, 2025
Polestar's CEO said on Thursday it would take longer for the Swedish EV maker to be profitable after it reported fewer cars were sold in 2024 than projected.
Seventeen members arrive in PH ahead of Bulacan concert
January 16, 2025
Six members of Seventeen have arrived in Manila ahead of their "Right Here" concert.
U.S. sanctions on Russia hit oil freight rates
January 16, 2025
On Jan. 10, the U.S. Treasury announced fresh measures to deplete Russia's energy revenues, including on 183 vessels, largely oil tankers.
Watch: Nintendo Switch 2 revealed
January 16, 2025
The much-awaited follow up to the Switch has finally been revealed, with a black-dominant, less playful color scheme
Magnolia hangs on, edges Phoenix to keep PBA Comm’s Cup dreams alive
January 16, 2025
Magnolia kept its playoff hopes up after surviving Phoenix, 110-104, in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup on Thursday night at the Philsports Arena in Pasig. The Hotshots looked poised to cruise to the win after establishing a 14-point lead with less than six minutes to spare, but had to repel a hijack attempt that saw the […]
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Nintendo unveils long-awaited Switch 2
January 16, 2025
Nintendo has finally unveiled its long-awaited new console, the Switch 2, which is set to hit markets this 2025.
Rain or Shine gains ‘morale booster’ ahead of Ginebra clash
January 16, 2025
Rain or Shine gets back on track after back-to-back losses as it deals erstwhile PBA leader NorthPort with a 20-point beating behind a superb local production
Netanyahu says ‘last minute crisis’ with Hamas holding up approval of Gaza truce and hostage deal
January 16, 2025
It was not yet clear if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statements reflected jockeying to keep his coalition together or whether the deal was at risk.
Guard fired for chasing away girl selling sampaguita | The wRap
January 16, 2025
Today's headlines: Security guard, Neil Gaiman, SEVENTEEN in PH
Papal thriller ‘Conclave’ leads BAFTA nominations, music and horror fare well
January 16, 2025
Papal thriller "Conclave" led nominations for the BAFTA Film Awards on Wednesday, with music-themed and horror productions also faring well at Britain's top movie honors.
Realtor reveals mismatch between inventory and demand in Philippine real estate market
January 16, 2025
The Philippine real estate sector is facing a significant challenge of a persistent mismatch between developer inventories and buyer demands. Founder of Filipino Homes, Anthony Leuterio, recently shed light on this issue, highlighting critical gaps in ...
Papal thriller ‘Conclave’ leads BAFTA nominations, music and horror fare well
January 16, 2025
‘Conclave' gets 12 nominations, including for Best Film, as music and horror movies earn nods in the BAFTA Film Awards
LGU shares in NTA to hit 35% in 2026, says Recto
January 16, 2025
THE shares of local government units (LGUs) in the national tax allotment (NTA) will equate to about 35 percent in 2026, according to the Department of Finance (DOF).
BBM credits Yulo, Vasquez with boosting PHL image
January 16, 2025
MALACAÑANG credited the wins of a Filipino athlete and singer in international competitions for boosting the image of the Philippines abroad.
DOF taps excess PDIC funds, avoiding imposing new taxes
January 16, 2025
THE Department of Finance (DOF) announced last Thursday it tapped the unrestricted P107.3-billion excess funds of the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp. (PDIC) so government could generate additional cash without inflicting new taxes.
PHL protests CCG monster ship activities in PHL waters
January 16, 2025
DIPLOMATIC officials of the Philippines and China met Thursday in Xiamen, Fujian and had “frank and constructive discussions” on the South China Sea bilateral dispute.
Projected 18% rise in medical costs alarming, needs action–Bong Go
January 16, 2025
SEN. Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go aired his concern Thursday over the rising medical cost in the country, and urged relevant agencies and policy makers to act quickly to blunt this hike and its impact on the public.
MMDA eyes 7am-4pm work sked for NCR
January 16, 2025
NOTING the positive effect on traffic flow, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will recommend to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., the 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. new work schedule for local government units (LGUs) as an option for all...
Government agencies’ miscoordination worsens tobacco-related health problems
January 16, 2025
THE chairman of the Senate blue-ribbon committee warned on Thursday that continuing the sorry state of miscoordination among government agencies will worsen the public-health problems caused by smoking and vaping, and waste huge public funds despite th...
Chavit: I can help without being senator
January 16, 2025
LONG-TIME Ilocos Sur governor Luis “Chavit” Singson formally withdrew his senatorial bid on Thursday, emphasizing that he can still provide assistance even without holding public office.
Coast Guard ship keeping tabs on China’s ‘monster ship’
January 16, 2025
THE Coast Guard (PCG) on Wednesday said that the offshore patrol vessel BRP Gabriela Silang (OPV-8301) is now keeping watch on the China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel 5901, which is illegally operating off the Zambales coast which is part of the West Philip...
AFP strengthens ties with allies
January 16, 2025
The Philippines’ military continues to strengthen ties the country’s allies.
Congress recognizes Tandang Sora’s heroism
January 16, 2025
BOTH houses of Congress have recognized the heroism of Melchora Aquino, more popularly known as Tandang Sora, by passing the measure declaring January 6 of every year a special working holiday in Quezon City in commemoration of her birth anniversary.
2nd round of talks for EU-PHL FTA to resume Feb 10-EU envoy
January 16, 2025
NEGOTIATIONS for a free trade agreement between the 27-member European Union and the Philippines are expected to deliver “well and fast” as talks are set to resume on February 10 in Manila, according to the EU ambassador to the Philippines.
‘Citizen participation in government budget preparation welcome’
January 16, 2025
THE coming Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM) will serve as a platform for citizens to participate and engage in the budget preparation process, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said.
UK Robinhood rival Freetrade snapped up by trading firm at 29% valuation discount
January 16, 2025
U.K. Robinhood rival Freetrade has been acquired by IG Group for £160 million — a 29% discount to its last valuation.
KBL: Cagulangan’s breakout for Suwon KT falls short as Belangel, Daegu KOGAS soar to win
January 16, 2025
Andrew Nicholson spoiled the breakout performance of JD Cagulangan, scoring 34 points and sinking a game-winning fadeaway jumper to lift Daegu KOGAS Pegasus to a thrilling 76-74 victory over Suwon KT Sonicboom in the 2024-25 KBL season at the Daegu Gymnasium. With the game tied at 74-all after a layup by Sonicboom’s Shin Heo Hoon […]
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UP study identifies best models for predicting algal blooms
January 16, 2025
A new study by the University of the Philippines Diliman revealed two optimal models for predicting algal blooms, particularly in Laguna Lake, one of the sources of freshwater fish for Metro Manila and nearby areas.
Hidilyn Diaz to join Philippine sports icons in PSA Hall of Fame
January 16, 2025
Weightlifting heroine Hidilyn Diaz, the country's first Olympic champion, will be enshrined by the Philippine Sportswriters Association in its Hall of Fame