Stock futures are flat after S&P 500 hits a fresh 2023 high: Live updates
December 4, 2023
The S&P 500 just soared to the highest level since March 2022, bringing its year-to-date gains to almost 20%.
Horn of Africa floods displace more than two million
December 4, 2023
Mogadishu, Somalia – More than two million people across the Horn of Africa have been forced from their homes by torrential rains and floods, according to an AFP tally compiled Thursday from government and UN figures. Almost 300 people have also lost their lives in Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia as the region grapples with its […]
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Pacers, Celtics duel in NBA’s first in-season tourney knockout game
December 4, 2023
The Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers vie for the distinction of being the first semifinalist in the NBA in-season tournament when they duel Monday night in Indianapolis.
Alaska Airlines agrees to buy Hawaiian Airlines in $1.9 billion deal
December 4, 2023
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines will operate from Seattle, led by Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci
Magnitude 6.8 earthquake hits Surigao del Sur
December 4, 2023
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake was reported off the coast of Cagwait, Surigao del Sur early Monday morning, PHIVOLCS said.
Time to say ‘the F-words’? A fossil fuel fight takes center stage at the COP28 climate summit
December 4, 2023
A fight over the future of fossil fuels has been thrust into the global spotlight at the COP28 climate summit.
How Cramer makes sense of the ‘great bottom’ of 2023
December 4, 2023
Nothing went off – no bells and no whistles – to signal the tremendous rally that we have been having for the better part of a month now.
Pentagon reports U.S. warship, commercial ships encounter Houthi drones in Red Sea
December 4, 2023
The Pentagon said on Sunday that a U.S. naval destroyer and several commercial vessels came under attack in the Red Sea
Bomb blast kills 4 during mass
December 4, 2023
PNP on full alert status after Marawiexplosion, NCR on heightened alert Cotabato City—Four persons were confirmed dead in a bomb blast during a Sunday Mass service held inside the Mindanao State University gymnasium in Marawi City, an attack President Marcos blamed on “foreign terrorists.” The Philippine National Police put Mindanao on full alert status while […]
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Marcos: Foreign terrorists behind deadly Marawi bomb attack
December 4, 2023
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sunday called for calm in the wake of a bomb attack, blaming “foreign terrorists” for the explosion that left four dead and scores more injured at a gymnasium inside the Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City, where people were hearing Mass. “As reports come in throughout the day, I […]
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2 dead as magnitude 7.4 quake hits Mindanao
December 4, 2023
At least two people were killed and several were injured after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur late Saturday and triggered tsunami warnings that were later lifted. The powerful quake struck off the coast of Mindanao at a depth of 32 kilometres and was followed by four major aftershocks of magnitudes exceeding […]
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De Lima: Confidential funds financed Davao Death Squad
December 4, 2023
Former Senator Leila de Lima said confidential funds of the Davao City local government were used to bankroll the so-called Davao Death Squad. She said the bloody anti-drug campaign of former President Rodrigo Duterte was a replication of the DDS killings that the Commission on Human Rights extensively investigated more than a decade ago. “Yes […]
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135 Chinese vessels swarm WPS reef
December 4, 2023
The Philippines said Sunday more than 135 Chinese vessels were “swarming” a reef off its coast, describing the boats’ growing presence as “alarming.” The Chinese boats were “dispersed and scattered” within the boomerang-shaped Julian Felipe Reef, around 320 kilometers (200 miles) west of Palawan Island, the coast guard said. Julian Felipe Reef is more than […]
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‘Source of SMNI false news may face sanctions’
December 4, 2023
Disciplinary action would be initiated against the source who leaked misleading information about the travel expenses of the House of Representatives if it is proven to be an employee of the Upper Chamber, Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri said on Sunday. Sonshine Media Network International host Jeffrey Celiz made the allegation that Speaker Martin Romualdez […]
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120 nations rally behind renewables at COP28
December 4, 2023
Nearly 120 nations pledged to triple the world’s renewable energy within seven years at UN climate talks as the United States pushed to crank up nuclear capacity and slash methane emissions. With smoggy skies in Dubai highlighting the challenges facing the world, leaders at the COP28 conference threw their support behind voluntary pledges aimed at […]
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Dante Basco, Paolo Montalban on H’wood representation, working with KC Concepcion
December 4, 2023
KC is a real-life Disney princess," said Filipino-American actor Paolo Montalban as a way to describe KC Concepcion, his leading lady in the Hollywood indie movie "Asian Persuasion."
"On camera, have you seen her skin? She's flawless. But I thin...
John Kerry responds to COP28 president’s claim there’s ‘no science’ behind fossil fuel phase out
December 4, 2023
U.S. climate envoy John Kerry said countries must prioritize the fight to keep global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
‘The Psychology of Money’ author Morgan Housel gives advice to investors afraid of market downturns
December 4, 2023
Financial writer Morgan Housel, author of the new book "Same as Ever," discussed the importance of "realizing the inevitable."
Magnitude 7.4 quake rocks Surigao del Sur; 1 dead
December 4, 2023
A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake jolted Surigao del Sur at 10:37 p.m. on Saturday, Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology director Teresito Bacolcol said, expecting damage to infrastructure.
Terrorists eyed in MSU bombing
December 4, 2023
Authorities are eyeing the involvement of a terrorist group in the explosion that killed four people and left 45 injured during a Catholic mass inside the Mindanao State University (MSU) gymnasium in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur yesterday morning.
Leila seeks probe on hitman’s claim vs Rody
December 4, 2023
The claim of self-confessed hitman Arturo Lascañas that former president Rodrigo Duterte is the “lord of all drug lords” in Mindanao warrants serious and immediate investigation, according to former senator Leila de Lima.
Increase benefit packages, PhilHealth urged
December 4, 2023
A lawmaker wants the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) to expand its benefit packages as a Christmas gift to Filipinos.
‘Philippines striking balance between development, climate crisis’
December 4, 2023
The Philippines is striking a balance between achieving development and addressing the worsening climate crisis, Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga said as the country has yet to make a commitment to move to a net zero emissions economy.
President Marcos study of Philippines rejoining ICC backed
December 4, 2023
Five years after the country’s withdrawal during the previous administration, Sen. Francis Escudero supported the decision of President Marcos to thoroughly study calls for the Philippines to rejoin the International Criminal Court.
International community condemns Marawi bombing
December 4, 2023
The US, Canada, European Union, France and Japan condemned the bombing incident that killed four people and left 45 injured during a Catholic mass gathering inside the Mindanao State University (MSU) gymnasium in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur yesterday mo...
‘Prices of rice, eggs in upward trend’
December 4, 2023
The upward trend in retail prices of eggs and rice continues as the cost of other farm products, particularly vegetables, chicken and pork remains stable amid the increase in the demand this holiday season, Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura chairman R...
Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo, PH lifters aim to bolster Olympic bids in Doha tilt
December 3, 2023
MANILA, Philippines--Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo has two more tournaments left in her bid for an unprecedented fifth straight Olympic Games.
The Tokyo Olympics gold medalist should maintain her status at the International Weightlifting Federation Grand...
Scottie Thompson sidelined for 2-3 weeks with swollen knee
December 3, 2023
Scottie Thompson is set to miss 2-3 weeks of Ginebra’s PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup campaign due to a swollen left knee. Head coach Tim Cone bared as much after the Kings played without the former PBA MVP in their 110-99 victory over Terrafirma on Sunday night. Thompson joined the team at the Philsports Arena […]
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M5: Blacklist kicks off world title reclamation bid with rout of RRQ Akira
December 3, 2023
Blacklist International proved it is still a force to be reckoned with as it asserted dominance over Brazil's RRQ Akira with a clean 2-0 win to open its campaign in the M5 World Championship on Sunday at the EVM Convention Center.
UAAP Finals: UP optimistic after dropping Game 2 anew
December 3, 2023
MANILA, Philippines---The streak continues for University of the Philippines, which is now 0-4 in Finals Game 2s in the Final Four era.
The Fighting Maroons on Sunday failed to close out the Green Archers, who forced a rubber match fol...
M5: Blacklist emerges victorious in debut match against RRQ Akira
December 3, 2023
Despite parading three M-series rookies, Blacklist International scored a dominant 2-0 sweep of RRQ Akira to open their M5 World Championship campaign on Sunday at the EVM Convention Center in Quezon City. This is Blacklist’s third-straight M-series appearance and the first-time without the popular V33Wise duo. Edward (Edith) opened the series in style as he […]
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A major CEO backer of the remote office model concedes one big work from home failure
December 3, 2023
Ellevest CEO and Wall Street veteran Sallie Krawcheck, remote work advocate, says for all the good work from home has done, her employees are less creative.
The top U.S. city for expats is one of the worst in the world, according to people who live and work abroad there
December 3, 2023
The city fell 23 places from its ranking in 2022.
More Than Basketball: LA Tenorio hopes to inspire after triumph over cancer
December 3, 2023
LA Tenorio hopes to have inspired others following his much-awaited PBA return on Sunday night after several months of battling and beating cancer. The 39-year-old played his first game back when Ginebra took on Terrafirma and offered that coming back wasn’t totally about basketball, but to show as well that anyone going through the same […]
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Spikers Turf: NU-Sta Elena repulses Navy, completes semis cast
December 3, 2023
Sta. Elena-National U emerged on top in a thrilling battle of power and nerves in the third set, then wore down Navy in the fourth to secure a 25-23, 22-25, 28-26, 25-17 victory, completing the semifinal cast in the Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference at the Paco Arena in Manila on Sunday night. The Pool A […]
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UAAP: Kevin Quiambao bounces back in Game 2 after ‘ineffective’ finals opener
December 3, 2023
MANILA, Philippines --- Despite being crowned as the first local Most Valuable Player in the UAAP in eight years, La Salle star Kevin Quiambao made sure to keep his focus on their goal to keep their title bid alive.
Quiambao received his Season ...
This habit helped Bill Gates change careers after retiring from Microsoft—despite being ‘very monomaniacal’ at the time
December 3, 2023
The simple habit of reading helped billionaire Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates transition from tech and business to philanthropy, he says. Here's how.
New book reignites British royal race row
December 3, 2023
LONDON --- Almost three years after Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's interview with Oprah Winfrey sent shockwaves through the British monarchy, their most sensational claim which provoked a royal race row has been reignited by a new book.
In t...