From the Field: A destroyed Ukrainian village rebuilds
November 24, 2023
On a sunny day, Ivan, a burly retired welder in his fifties, stood in front of his ruined house in Posad-Pokrovske, in the Kherson region of Ukraine.
UN delivers more aid into Gaza on first day of humanitarian pause
November 24, 2023
The United Nations was able to scale up delivery of humanitarian assistance into and across Gaza during the humanitarian pause that went into effect on Friday following an agreement reached this week between Israel and Hamas.
Clashes in eastern DR Congo displace 450,000 in six weeks
November 24, 2023
Humanitarians are urgently scaling up aid in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) where an escalating crisis is again unfolding, the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, and the UN Children’s Fund, UNICEF, said on Friday.
In visit to Antarctica, Guterres appeals for action to end ‘climate anarchy’
November 24, 2023
Antarctica has been called the sleeping giant, but it is now being awoken by climate chaos, the UN Secretary-General has warned.
Gaza: start of truce feeds hopes for respite, access to people in need: UN humanitarians
November 24, 2023
Trucks with relief supplies continued to enter Gaza through the Rafah crossing from Egypt on Friday after the entry into force of a four-day pause in fighting, UN humanitarians said.
Migs Zubiri to APPF delegates: Choose ‘non-confrontational’ approach to rows
November 24, 2023
SENATE President Juan Miguel Zubiri, addressing international lawmakers attending the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF) in Manila, prodded the visiting delegates to “opt for cooperative security approach.”
Alinsunurin, Rondina deflect credit for Choco Mucho turnaround to vets
November 24, 2023
Ever since Dante Alinsurin took over Choco Mucho before the start of the Premier Volleyball League 2023 season, all eyes have been on him. Ever since Sisi Rondina joined the Flying Titans in the Invitationals, all eyes have been on her. And deservingly so. Alinsunurin is a decorated tactician in the men’s side at the […]
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JV partner in LTO tech project sets more cases vs Dermalog
November 24, 2023
VERZONTAL Builders Inc., one of the joint venture partners in the P3.14-billion Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) project of the Land Transportation Office (LTO), plans to file another round of civil and criminal complaints against German i...
Sen. Bong Go calls for more support for Filipinos in crisis
November 24, 2023
SEN. Christopher “Bong” Go has affirmed his commitment to supporting Filipinos affected by disasters, emphasizing the importance of resilience and mutual aid in times of crisis.
4-day truce in Gaza war sets stage to swap Hamas hostages for Palestinian prisoners
November 24, 2023
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip—A four-day truce in the Israel-Hamas war took effect early Friday, setting the stage for the exchange of dozens of hostages held by militants in Gaza in return for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
Hezbollah fires rockets at north Israel after an airstrike kills 5 of group’s senior fighters
November 24, 2023
BEIRUT—The militant Hezbollah group fired more than 50 rockets at military posts in northern Israel on Thursday, a day after an Israeli airstrike on a home in southern Lebanon killed five of the group’s senior fighters.
EU sends border police reinforcements to Finland over fears that Russia is behind a migrant influx
November 24, 2023
HELSINKI—The European Union’s border agency said Thursday that it will send dozens of officers and equipment as reinforcements to Finland to help police its borders amid suspicion that Russia is behind an influx of migrants arriving to the country.
Michelle Dee wins ‘Best National Costume’ award at Miss Universe 2023
November 24, 2023
The Philippines" Michelle Dee just earned another award from the recent Miss Universe pageant!
Spikers Turf: Absin, FEU crush Alpha Omega, advance to QF
November 24, 2023
Unbeaten Chef on a Diet-FEU gave Alpha Omega the boot, 25-17, 25-18, 25-12, to book its spot in the quarterfinals of the 2023 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference at the Paco Arena, Friday. The Tamaraws improved to 4-0 and are assured of entering the knockout quarters even if they drop their game against 3-1 Savouge RTU […]
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PBA: Phoenix downs Blackwater for back-to-back wins
November 24, 2023
The Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters defeated the Blackwater Bossing, 111-106, on Friday for their second straight win in the PBA 48th Season Commissioner's Cup.
UAAP 86 Beach Volleyball: NU’s Cordero-Orillaneda halts FEU’s Pons-Petallor streak
November 24, 2023
NATIONAL University’s Honey Grace Cordero and Kly Orillaneda overcame a tough second set stand by Far Eastern University’s Melody Pons and Gerzel Petallo to hack out a 21-12, 21-19 win and move closer in sweeping the UAAP Season 86 women’s beach volleyball eliminations at Sands SM By The Bay Friday. Cordero and Orillaneda displayed tremendous […]
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See the photos that made National Geographic’s ‘Pictures of the Year’
November 24, 2023
Photographers working on assignment for Nat Geo shot more than 2 million images in 2023.Now, 29 are in its annual “Pictures of the Year” issue.
Anne Jakrajutatip expresses gratitude following one of the ‘most-watched Miss Universe shows in many years’
November 24, 2023
Miss Universe owner Anne Jakrajutatip is still on cloud nine following the recent Miss Universe pageant!
PBA: Phoenix Super LPG adds to Blackwater’s miseries for back-to-back wins
November 24, 2023
Phoenix Super LPG prolonged the agony of Blackwater, 111-106, in the PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup, Friday night at the SMART Araneta Coliseum. The Fuel Masters jumped to an early lead but still needed to fend off the Bossing late in the game behind timely hits from Javee Mocon, Ricci Rivero, and Jason Perkins, eventually […]
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Did Julie Anne San Jose and Rita Daniela ever have a rivalry?
November 24, 2023
Before achieving fame, Julie Anne San Jose and Rita Daniela participated in the singing competition "Popstar Kids."
NCAA: Jacob Cortez powers San Beda over rival Letran anew
November 24, 2023
MANILA, Philippines---Jacob Cortez starred once more in San Beda's rivalry win over lowly Letran, 77-68, to officially end the elimination round of the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Friday.
Cortez finished with ...
Arci Muñoz reveals stolen credit card used to buy diamonds, high-end phone
November 24, 2023
Arci Muoz shared further details on the credit card that was stolen from her while she was on a business-class flight, lamenting how she lost hundreds of thousands after the culprit bought diamonds and a high-end phone.
The actress reiterated th...
INQToday: Teodoro blasts China’s ‘reversal of truth’ over claims on PH-US joint patrol
November 24, 2023
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Teodoro blasts China's 'reversal of truth' over claims on PH-US joint patrol
Branding China's claims as lies, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodor...
Gladys Reyes recalls how she got into acting and became a ‘primera kontrabida’
November 24, 2023
Award-winning actress Gladys Reyes has made a mark in the Philippine movie and television industry by being known as one of the most effective kontrabidas (villains).
Speaking on the "Updated with Nelson Canlas" podcast, Reyes recalled how her a...
Spikers Turf: Perpetual stays alive after sweep of Ateneo
November 24, 2023
Perpetual-Kinto Tyres got the job done over Ateneo-Fudgee Barr, 25-23, 25-21, 25-20, to stay in the hunt for the second playoffs ticket in Pool A of the 2023 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference, Friday at the Paco Arena in Manila. The Altas forced a tie for second with Philippine Army with identical 3-1 records but the […]
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Jarencio says he got carried away by emotions in Thomas Robinson spat
November 24, 2023
MANILA, Philippines---A day after the NLEX-Northport match that ended in a chaotic altercation, Batang Pier manager Pido Jarencio apologized for his words and actions toward Road Warriors import Thomas Robinson.
On Friday, Jarencio said that he ...
UAAP 86 Beach Volleyball: UST’s Gupiteo-Varga, NU’s Buytrago-Iraya remain perfect ahead of showdown
November 24, 2023
MEN’S titleholder University of Santo Tomas and National University primed up to their much-anticipated Finals rematch after extending their perfect runs to 6-0 Friday in the UAAP Season 86 beach volleyball tournament at Sands SM By The Bay. Alche Gupiteo and reigning MVP Rancel Varga made quick work of University of the East’s Julian Celestial […]
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NCAA: Jacob Cortez comes up clutch as San Beda denies Letran
November 24, 2023
San Beda University averted a fourth quarter collapse to escape longtime rival Colegio de San Juan de Letran, 77-68, and conclude its elimination round in the NCAA Season 99 on a high note on Friday.
San Miguel, Converge clash in Tiaong
November 24, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON San Miguel Beer and Converge lock horns in what is expected to be a festive yet fiery first out-of-town game of the 2023 PBA Commissioner’s Cup when the league goes to Tiaong, Quezon on Saturday, Nov. 25. Tip-of...
Cloudy skies, rains to prevail across PH
November 24, 2023
The shear line continues to affect the eastern section of Southern Luzon, while the easterlies prevail in Visayas and Mindanao, PAGASA said Friday afternoon.
UP, La Salle try to set up mouth-watering title clash
November 24, 2023
By NIKOLE JAVIER Armed with twice-to-beat advantages, University of the Philippines and La Salle try to set up a mouth-watering title clash when they go up against separate semis rivals Saturday in the UAAP men’s basketball tourna...
Bongbong Marcos swears in Consing as Maharlika Invest Corp Pres, CEO
November 24, 2023
MANILA, Philippines --- President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Friday swore in Rafael Consing as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC).
According to a Palace statement, Consing will have thre...
Matteo Guidicelli looks back on his decade-long relationship with Sarah Geronimo
November 24, 2023
The Matteo Guidicelli and Sarah Geronimo tandem is one of the relationships that everyone has watched and cheered for given the controversies they have faced over the years.
Having spent 10 years of being together, with three years as a married ...
Stags beat Chiefs anew to end NCAA campaign on high note
November 24, 2023
By MARK REY MONTEJO Graduating seniors Romel Calahat and Alex Desoyo got the fitting swan song to their collegiate careers as they helped power San Sebastian to a 98-89 victory over Arellano University in the NCAA Season 99 at the FilOil ...
Bongbong Marcos mulls giving P 20k incentive to gov’t workers
November 24, 2023
MANILA, Philippines --- President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Friday said government is considering the possibility of granting P20,000 worth of incentive for qualified government employees in the executive branch.
Back in December 2022, ...
Preliminary probe into beauty queen’s disappearance set in December
November 24, 2023
MANILA, Philippines --- The preliminary investigation on the suspects involved in the disappearance of beauty queen Catherine Camilon has been set in December, Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Friday.
"Sa December 9 and 1...
Maddie Madayag turns emotional after Choco Mucho books PVL semis return
November 24, 2023
MANILA, Philippines --- Maddie Madayag couldn't hold back her tears after nailing the game-winning block on PLDT spiker Erika Santos that ended the four-tournament semifinal drought for the Choco Mucho Flying Titans in the Premier Volleyball League...
Park Seo Joon, Han So Hee take viewers back to 1945 in ‘Gyeongseong Creature’ teaser
November 24, 2023
The first teaser video for “Gyeongseong Creature” has been released!