NBA: Heat put together balanced effort in topping Magic
December 21, 2023
Tyler Herro had 28 points to lead seven scorers in double figures as the visiting Miami Heat hit 15 3-pointers in a 115-106 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday.
On this day in history, December 21, 1945, Gen. Patton dies in Germany after he was paralyzed in auto crash
December 21, 2023
General George S. Patton was paralyzed in an auto accident in Germany on Dec. 9, 1945, and died in a Heidelberg hospital 12 days later. His death spared conspiracy theories.
What happened to… the 2011 Vancouver riots?
December 21, 2023
On this episode of 'What happened to…?', Erica Vella revisits the 2011 Vancouver riots that erupted downtown following the Canucks loss in the Stanley Cup final.
Bill for ‘safe, peaceful” use of nuclear energy filed in Senate
December 21, 2023
A bill seeking to establish a national legal framework for the safe and peaceful use of nuclear energy in the Philippines has been filed in the Senate.
Mga taxi na nangongontrata at tumatanggi sa mga pasahero, hinuli ng LTO
December 21, 2023
Hinuli ng Land Transportation Office (LTO) ang ilang taxi driver na nangongontrata at tumatangging magsakay ng mga pasahero ngayong Christmas rush.
Public should keep eye on government use of ‘bloated’ unprogrammed funds — budget expert
December 21, 2023
The public must keep an eye on how the government will spend the unprogrammed appropriations it had “bloated” in the 2024 national budget, a budget expert cautioned on Tuesday, in light of recent proposals allowing the government to tap state firms’ re...
Palace debunks ‘false’ proclamation: December 22 not a half-working day
December 21, 2023
“The document circulating as Proclamation No. 427, declaring Friday, 22 December 2023, as a special (half-working) day throughout the Philippines under the signature of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., is false,” the Official Gazette said.
NBA: Clippers best Mavericks for ninth consecutive win
December 21, 2023
Kawhi Leonard recorded 30 points and 10 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers stretched their winning streak to nine games with a 120-111 victory over the host Dallas Mavericks.
NBA: Hawks end Rockets’ lengthy homecourt winning streak
December 21, 2023
Trae Young finished with at least 30 points and 10 assists for the fifth straight game, but the late-game production of reserves Bogdan Bogdanovic and Onyeka Okongwu carried the visiting Atlanta Hawks past the Houston Rockets 134-127 on Wednesday.
Piston-Manibela ‘joint transport strike’ to last until December 22
December 21, 2023
Transport groups Piston and Manibela started their "joint tigil-pasada" this Thursday to protest the impending loss of livelihood for thousands of jeepney and UV Express workers starting January 2024.
Converge’s 747 Dota team reigns in PBA Esports Bakbakan
December 21, 2023
The Converge FiberXers’ 747 Dota team emerged champ in the PBA Esports Bakbakan Dota 2 tournament, beating Barangay Ginebra’s Manta Esports in the finale of the exciting competition that drew over 160 teams. 747 Dota beat Manta Esports, 3-2, in a thril...
NBA: Bulls overwhelm Lakers with 8 double-figure scorers
December 21, 2023
DeMar DeRozan finished with a game-high 27 points and Coby White followed with 17 to lead eight scorers in double figures and lift the host Chicago Bulls to a 124-108 win against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday.
Ex-cop witness retracts testimony vs De Lima
December 21, 2023
In his letter dated December 18, retired police brigadier general Jerry Valeroso expressed his intention to withdraw his testimonies against the former senator to “set free" those "wrongfully charged” in the court.
Hollis-Jefferson bros get job done as TNT ends futility with first win over Taipei
December 21, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON Rondae and Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson provided a deadly one-two punch as TNT ended its futility in the East Asia Super League with an 80-69 victory before its home fans at the Sta.Rosa Sports Complex on Wednesday, Dec. 20...
Bianca Manalo goes on a Japan trip with family
December 21, 2023
Bianca Manalo appears to be thoroughly enjoying her time in Japan.
GREG GUTFELD: Colorado Supreme Court’s ‘unprecedented’ Trump ruling opened Pandora’s Box
December 21, 2023
Fox News host Greg Gutfeld says the Supreme Court is "on notice" following the Colorado Supreme Court's "unprecedented" decision to disqualify former President Donald Trump from its ballot on "Gutfeld!"
Michelle Dee is an astig action star in ‘Black Rider” scene she shared on X
December 21, 2023
Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee unleashed her inner action star in a behind-the-scene clip from the action-packed series, "Black Rider!"
Magnolia, Phoenix close in on quarters bonus
December 21, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON Magnolia vented its ire on Terrafirma and immediately got back on the winning track with a 104-91 victory over hapless Terrafirma in the 2023 PBA Commissioner’s Cup at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Wednesday, Dec...
Cheer Board suspends all hamper applications for first time ever
December 21, 2023
With demand at an all-time high, Winnipeg's Christmas Cheer Board will no longer take applications for hampers this year.
These are the 10 highest-grossing movies of 2023: ‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ are in the top 3
December 21, 2023
Of the 10 highest-grossing films of the year, half are sequels.
‘Abot Kamay na Pangarap’ cast is the happiest family in Japan
December 21, 2023
The “Abot Kamay na Pangarap” cast is all smiles during their Japan trip!
China warns Philippines to exercise caution after maritime confrontations
December 21, 2023
Chinese media reported that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in a phone call with Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo that the relationship between China and Manila “now stands at a crossroads.”
LIST: Extended train schedules for December 21 to 23
December 21, 2023
Major train lines in the metro have extended their operating hours amid the holiday rush.
Fee inflation pushing many kids out of sports, B.C. non-profit warns
December 21, 2023
Athletics for Kids provides grants of up to $450 per child per year to cover the cost of registration fees for a variety of sports.
PH, China foreign ministers had ‘frank and candid’ phone call on SCS issue
December 21, 2023
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo said that he had a frank and candid exchange with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi over the phone on Wednesday.
Langley RCMP need help identifying senior in critical condition after Monday crash
December 21, 2023
RCMP are asking for the public's help to identify a pedestrian who was struck in Langley on Monday afternoon.
Health minister defends film shoot at Peace Arch Hospital
December 21, 2023
On Wednesday, Health Minister Adrian Dix said the green light for the shoot was a rarity, and that "a single room" which was unused at the time was involved.
How Tesla rose to retail investor stardom: ‘It’s always in people’s minds’
December 21, 2023
The electric vehicle maker is poised to see the highest net inflows from retail traders of any security this year.
Mocasa bridges gap for Filipinos towards better access to credit services
December 21, 2023
The Philippines financial landscape is going digital, as e-wallets have made purchases and money transfer services more convenient for Filipinos. This digital migration has helped the unbanked and under-banked in the country, by giving them access to ...
Top line stays hot as Winnipeg Jets down Detroit 5-2
December 21, 2023
Nikolaj Ehlers, Gabriel Vilardi and Mark Scheifele all scored in the win while Neal Pionk and Axel Jonsson-Fjallby also pitched in with a goal each.
Raising funds for North Okanagan schools food box program
December 21, 2023
For more than two decades the Good Food Box has made accessing fresh fruits and vegetables easier and more affordable.
Off-duty officer, security guards injured during smash-and-grab jewelry robbery
December 21, 2023
An off-duty police officer and security guards were injured while trying to intervene during a robbery at a jewelry store in Scarborough Town Centre Wednesday evening.
Maryland police arrest California man after DNA links him to 31-year-old cold case rape
December 21, 2023
A California man was arrested and extradited to Maryland after DNA obtained from a crime scene 31 years ago matched with his profile in a database.
Calgary family asking ski resort to reconsider after support staff asked to pay for pass
December 21, 2023
A Calgary family is asking a nearby ski resort to reconsider its policies after a support staff for their autistic son was denied a complimentary ticket.
Federal judge blocks California firearms carry law, calling it ‘sweeping, repugnant to the Second Amendment’
December 21, 2023
A California federal judge has temporarily blocked a law that would ban people from carrying firearms in most public places and championed by state Democrats.
Another California city passes proclamation supporting ceasefire in Gaza
December 21, 2023
The Long Beach City Council has formally approved a proclamation calling on the federal government to support a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
China’s cold snap reaches Shanghai with chilliest year-end in 40 years
December 21, 2023
Shanghai was set to record its chilliest period in December in four decades with weather warnings for low temperatures and wind issued on Thursday, as the Chinese financial capital entered a days-long cold snap.
Massachusetts student jumped out of sixth-story window after taking illegal ‘magic mushrooms’
December 21, 2023
A Massachusetts high school student jumped out of a sixth-story window after allegedly ingesting "magic mushrooms," according to police.