4th Impact laments lack of support in the Philippines
December 8, 2023
Female vocal group 4th Impact appeared on "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda" Friday and openly shared the difficulties they've been encountering in their careers.
Geopolitics and central banks could keep gold demand hot in 2024, World Gold Council says
December 8, 2023
A combination of geopolitical tensions and continued central bank buying should see gold demand remain resilient next year, according to the World Gold Council.
Reggae singer na si Kokoi Baldo, nasawi sa aksidente sa Bacolod City
December 8, 2023
Pumanaw na ang 44-anyos na reggae singer na si Kokoi Baldo matapos maaksidente sa Bacolod City.
US Embassy in Baghdad attacked with rockets, no casualties
December 8, 2023
BAGHDAD -- The US Embassy in Baghdad was attacked with two salvos of rockets on Friday morning but there were no casualties, an embassy spokesperson said.
Fil-Am state trooper at kaniyang kasama, patay sa hit-and-run incident sa Nevada
December 8, 2023
Nasawi ang isang Filipino-American state trooper o pulis sa Las Vegas, pati na ang kaniyang kasamahan matapos silang banggaan at takbuhan ng isang sasakyan na lasing ang nagmamaneho sa Interstate 15 sa Nevada, USA noong nakaraang linggo.
Economic growth under Marcos surging as world battles inflation: lawmakers
December 8, 2023
Even as Filipinos reel from global economic challenges, lawmakers from both chambers of Congress said the Marcos administration’s programs have effectively averted further crisis by boosting employment, spurring economic growth, and taming inflation.
PAGASA: Amihan to bring more light rain over north Luzon
December 8, 2023
The Northeast Monsoon or Amihan would continue to affect parts of Extreme Northern Luzon, according to PAGASA"s Friday afternoon forecast.
Rappler Talk Sports: Rip Hamilton on Jordan, Kobe, and former champ Pistons
December 8, 2023
NBA champion Richard ‘Rip’ Hamilton visits Manila and shares stories on the legendary Michael Jordan and the late, great Kobe Bryant, and what it’s like to contend for the NBA championship with the Detroit Pistons
Babae, pinatay sa sakal gamit ang sintas ng sapatos sa Baguio City
December 8, 2023
Pinagnakawan at pinatay sa loob ng kaniyang bahay ang isang babae sa Baguio City.
Sarah Lahbati bonds with her kids and parents at a wellness resort in Batangas
December 8, 2023
Sarah Lahbati went on a Batangas getaway with her parents and kids.
Imee Marcos urges gov’t to file cases vs agri smugglers ASAP
December 8, 2023
Senator Imee Marcos on Friday called on the government to file cases against smugglers of agricultural products to prevent high costs of basic commodities.
OPAPRU assists Bangsamoro gov’t in extending aid to MSU bombing victims
December 8, 2023
The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) has assisted the Bangsamoro government in extending assistance to the victims of the deadly bomb attack at Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City on Sunday.
Red Velvet’s Irene, Seulgi, Wendy is coming to Manila for New Year’s Eve countdown
December 8, 2023
Red Velvet members Irene, Seulgi, and Wendy are coming back to the Philippines for a 2024 countdown party!
LTO relaxes ‘no registration, no travel’ policy in the spirit of Christmas
December 8, 2023
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is easing the implementation of its “no registration, no travel” policy for the rest of December “in the spirit of the Yuletide season.”
To the moo-n: cow dung fuels Japan’s space ambitions
December 8, 2023
TAIKI, Japan - Japan's space industry opened a potentially udder-ly new chapter on Thursday with a start-up testing a prototype rocket engine that runs on fuel derived purely from a plentiful local source: cow dung.
CNBC Daily Open: AI to the rescue
December 8, 2023
Wall Street resumed its rally as technology giants intensified their AI race, boosting tech stocks.
Isa sa mga suspek sa MSU bombing, naaresto
December 8, 2023
Nadakip ang isa sa mga suspek sa pagpapasabog sa Mindanao State University (MSU) sa Marawi City noong Linggo, ayon sa militar.
Imee Marcos calls for speedy establishment of regional specialty hospitals
December 8, 2023
The government should speed up the establishment of specialized hospitals like the Philippine Heart Center (PHC) in different regions, Senator Imee Marcos said Friday.
Delivery rider whose motorcycle caught fire receives a new one from ‘Unang Hirit’
December 8, 2023
A delivery rider whose motorcycle caught fire when he got into an accident at a flyover received a special surprise from “Unang Hirit.”
Wushu, taekwondo aces share limelight
December 8, 2023
Wushu aces Mark Ragay, Mark Polo, and Vincent Ventura and other topnotch martial artists struck hard for the Philippines in the global stage in November. Ragay, Polo and Ventura captured the gold in taolu men’s duallian in the 16th World Wushu Champion...
Olivarez, Verdad stay on collision course
December 8, 2023
Top seed Eric Jed Olivarez and No. 4 Fritz Verdad stayed on track for another potential finals showdown as they demolished their respective rivals in the Rep. Edwin Olivarez Cup at the Olivarez Sports Center in Sucat, Parañaque Thursday. Olivarez dispa...
Candyland-inspired Christmas village in Pangasinan is a sweet spot this holiday season
December 8, 2023
If you're looking for a sweet way of celebrating Christmas, you might want to check out Pangasinan.
Rising Phoenix, Ginebra clash at FPJ Arena in Batangas
December 8, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON It’s a clash between two of the hottest teams in the 2023 PBA Commissioner’s Cup as Phoenix and Barangay Ginebra lock horns in the league’s second out-of-town game at the brand new Fernando Poe Jr. Arena in San Jose, Batangas on Sat...
Lakers, Pacers vie for mega jackpot in Vegas
December 8, 2023
LAS VEGAS (AFP) – The Los Angeles Lakers, fueled by 30 points from ageless LeBron James, routed New Orleans 133-89 on Thursday, Dec. 7, to book a title showdown with upstarts Indiana in the inaugural NBA in-season tournament. James, who will celebrate ...
Here’s how Marian Rivera, Dingdong Dantes will spend Christmas this year
December 8, 2023
Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes were the special guests on “Unang Hirit” Friday, as the longest-running morning show capped off its weeklong 24th anniversary celebration!
Lakers cruise past Pelicans, reach NBA in-season championship match
December 8, 2023
LeBron James knocks in 30 points in just 23 minutes as the Lakers set a championship duel with the Pacers in the NBA’s inaugural in-season tourney
‘Excess profits’ at big energy and consumer companies pushed up inflation, report claims
December 8, 2023
The report identified Shell, Exxon Mobil, Glencore and Kraft Heinz as among the firms that saw profits "far outpace" inflation.
Cool Smashers down Crossovers, near finals return; HD Spikers also prevail
December 8, 2023
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Creamline overcame an erratic second set to turn back a fiesty Chery Tiggo side, 25-18, 27-25, 25-22, in Game 1 of their semifinal series in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig Cit...
Reaction to Jon Rahm leaving the PGA Tour for LIV Golf
December 8, 2023
REACTIONS to Masters champion Jon Rahm joining LIV Golf on Thursday:
NBA In-Season Tournament not lacking in the Las Vegas glitz and glamour
December 8, 2023
LAS VEGAS — When league officials decided to play the semifinals and championship game of the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament in Las Vegas, they knew it wouldn’t be an understated affair.
Moorer, Hatton, Calderon, Corrales elected to Boxing Hall of Fame
December 8, 2023
CANASTOTA, NEW YORK — Michael Moorer, the first left-hander to win the heavyweight title, and fellow two-division champions Ricky Hatton and Ivan Calderon were elected Thursday to the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
Rio de Janeiro state court removes president of Brazilian soccer confederation from office
December 8, 2023
SAO PAULO — A Rio de Janeiro state court removed the president of the Brazilian soccer confederation from office on Thursday because of irregularities in the proceedings that led to his election last year.
Jags employee charged with stealing $22M gambled away 99% of funds, plans guilty plea, lawyer says
December 8, 2023
JACKSONVILLE, Florida — A former Jacksonville Jaguars financial manager accused of stealing more than $22 million from the franchise has a gambling addiction and plans to plead guilty to resolve federal charges against him, his attorney said Thursday.
US figure skater Ilia Malinin lands quad axel to take lead at Grand Prix Finals in Beijing
December 8, 2023
Ilia Malinin had no intention of trying to land the quadruple axel, the most difficult jump in figure skating, while the 19-year-old American sensation was trying to qualify for the Grand Prix Finals.
Hunter Biden hit with 9 tax-related charges in new indictment
December 8, 2023
The president's son was previously indicted on federal gun charges in September.
Buying property in Asia? Real estate specialists give their investment tips
December 8, 2023
It's a good time for homeowners in Hong Kong to buy now, but investors hunting for yield might want to think twice, says Peter Churchouse of Portwood Capital.
India keeps key rate unchanged on strong growth, inflation risks
December 8, 2023
The six-member monetary policy committee, kept the repo rate unchanged at 6.50% in line with the unanimous consensus in a Reuters poll.
AP Bren sweeps Lilgun, carries rival Burmese Ghouls to M5 playoffs
December 8, 2023
AP Bren showed no mercy and blanked Team Lilgun of Mongolia, 2-0, to conclude its group stage campaign in the M5 World Championship on Thursday at the EVM Convention Centre.