5 things to know about John Lloyd Cruz’s GF Isabel Santos
October 28, 2023
There"s more to Isabel Santos than just being a celebrity"s girlfriend.
60 more OFWs set to return to the Philippines from Israel
October 28, 2023
The Department of Migrant Workers announced on Saturday the return of 60 overseas Filipino workers along with two infants from Israel.
Luka Doncic hits clutch shots as Mavs top Nets
October 28, 2023
Luka Doncic capped a 49-point performance by hitting a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 26.1 seconds left as the host Dallas Mavericks executed down the stretch of a 125-120 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night.
Luis Manzano cries during final message on ‘It’s Your Lucky Day’
October 28, 2023
Luis Manzano turned emotional while giving his final message on the finale episode of “It"s Your Lucky Day” on Friday.
DILG assures impartial probe on Camilon”s case
October 28, 2023
The DILG vowed a fair and impartial probe into the disappearance of Miss Grand Philippines 2023 Catherine Camilon.
Ground battles rage in Gaza as communications cut off
October 28, 2023
Battles were raging in Gaza early on Saturday, as Israel expanded its ground operations and cut communications to the Palestinian territory, three weeks after the deadliest attack in the country’s history. The United Nations warned of a looming “unprecedented avalanche of human suffering” inside the Gaza Strip, following weeks of relentless bombing by Israel, while […]
The post Ground battles rage in Gaza as communications cut off appeared first on Manila Standard.
The post Ground battles rage in Gaza as communications cut off appeared first on Manila Standard.
Rangers’ Adolis Garcia blasts walk-off home run in 11th to complete comeback in Game 1 of World Series
October 28, 2023
Adolis Garcia, the MVP of the American League Championship Series, was the hero in Game 1 of the World Series with his walk-off home run.
Oman Omandac waxes hot as LPU squeaks past EAC
October 28, 2023
Oman Omandac shone as the Lyceum of the Philippines University squeaked past Emilio Aguinaldo College, 81-78, on Saturday in NCAA Season 99 at the Filoil EcoOil Centre.
PH abstains from UNGA reso on Gaza aid truce
October 28, 2023
Bayan called out the Philippine government after it abstained from voting in a UN General Assembly resolution for an ''aid truce'' in Gaza.
New York police arrest hundreds at Jewish protest urging Gaza ceasefire
October 28, 2023
Hundreds of people were arrested Friday when police broke up a large demonstration of mostly Jewish New Yorkers who had taken over the main hall of Grand Central station in protest of Israel’s bombardment of Gaza, police and organizers said. The New York Police Department said at least 200 people had been arrested, while protest […]
The post New York police arrest hundreds at Jewish protest urging Gaza ceasefire appeared first on Manila Standard.
The post New York police arrest hundreds at Jewish protest urging Gaza ceasefire appeared first on Manila Standard.
‘Black Rider’ releases action-packed trailer
October 28, 2023
“Black Rider” dropped a full, six-minute trailer, and we're seated.
LeBron James says Lakers decision to reverse minutes restriction for game against Suns game an ‘easy’ call
October 28, 2023
It only took until the season game of the 2023-24 NBA season for the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James throw the minutes restrictions out the window.
Andrew Cuomo tells Maher there should be a Dem primary against Biden: ‘I doubt’ he’s the strongest candidate
October 28, 2023
Ex-New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said he supports a Democratic primary challenge against President Biden, saying he doubts the incumbent is the strongest candidate.
Pinoys head to bus terminals, expressways for Undas, BSKE 2023
October 28, 2023
Filipinos continued with their annual exodus to their hometowns on Saturday due to the long holidays for Undas (All Saints' Day) and Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) 2023.
Derrick White-led Celtics take down Heat in home opener
October 28, 2023
All five starters scored at least 15 points as the Boston Celtics earned a 119-111, home-opening win over the Miami Heat.
Valerie Concepcion gives birth to baby boy
October 28, 2023
Valerie Concepcion and her husband Francis Sunga have welcomed their baby boy.
LIVE updates: Mayon Volcano restiveness
October 28, 2023
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology raised on June 8 the status of Mayon Volcano in Albay to Alert Level 3 after it showed an “increased tendency towards a hazardous eruption.”
Nikola Jokic powers Nuggets past pesky Grizzlies
October 28, 2023
Nikola Jokic scored 22 points and had 12 rebounds to lead the Denver Nuggets victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.
Toxic red tide detected in 9 areas, BFAR issues warning
October 28, 2023
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources reported on Friday that nine areas have exceeded the permissible limit for Paralytic Shellfish Poison, commonly known as toxic red tide, as of October 26.
MMDA, sinita ang contractor na nagpa-aspalto sa Cubao kahit walang schedule
October 28, 2023
Sinita ng Metropolitan Manila Development Authority nitong Sabado ng umaga ang contractor ng asphalt overlay project sa Cubao, Quezon City dahil wala raw ito sa schedule.
Suspect in Lewiston, Maine massacre found dead, ending 48-hour manhunt
October 28, 2023
The man suspected of killing 18 people and wounding 13 in a shooting rampage in Lewiston, Maine, was found dead of a likely self-inflicted gunshot wound on Friday, ending a 48-hour manhunt that followed the most lethal episode of gun violence in the st...
Mixed pump price movements seen next week
October 28, 2023
Oil firms are seen implementing a mixed movement in pump prices next week, with gasoline prices potentially extending its increases to a third straight week.
DENR chief joins Pag-asa Island research expedition
October 28, 2023
Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga has visited Pag-asa Island, coinciding with the arrival of the M/V Panata research vessel of the University of the Philippines-Marine Science Institute for its bi-annual research expedition to the Kalaya...
Stacking Boxes? Treating Cancer? AI Needs to Learn Physics First
October 28, 2023
Adding what we know about the real world to artificial intelligence can make it more effective at solving some of the hardest and most essential problems.
Mapua looks to bounce back in clash vs. Letran; Lyceum, EAC eye back-to-back wins
October 28, 2023
Mapua will look to get a rebound win when it takes on Letran while LPU and EAC will try to book their second win in a row on Saturday in NCAA Season 99.
Here’s what Sam Bankman Fried said in his first full day on the stand in his $8 billion fraud trial
October 28, 2023
Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of failed crypto exchange FTX, took the stand in New York on Friday in his criminal trial
Striking Hollywood actors pass counteroffer ahead of further talks with studios
October 28, 2023
Striking Hollywood actors have made a comprehensive counteroffer to the major studios, the SAG-AFTRA performers' union said in a post on social media platform X.
Dow drops more than 350 points to end brutal week, S&P 500 closes in correction territory: Live updates
October 28, 2023
The three major averages are on pace for weekly declines.
Walt Disney Studios postpones release of ‘Snow White,’ ‘Elio’
October 28, 2023
Walt Disney Studios on Friday postponed the release of the live-action remake of the animated classic "Snow White" and Pixar Animation's "Elio," citing the impact of the ongoing actors strike.
X Launches Two Premium Tiers in Bid for Subscription Revenue
October 28, 2023
The social-media platform offered new higher and lower tiers, with the more expensive option reducing ads.
These stocks reporting next week typically beat the Street and rally
October 28, 2023
Nearly 30% of the S&P 500 is reporting earnings next week. The following stocks have a history of beating estimates.
The 9 Most Over-the-Top Perks Companies Are Using to Bring Workers Back to the Office
October 28, 2023
Foosball tables and free cold brew are old news. These workplaces have implemented far more interesting strategies.
Amihan to bring rains over parts of Luzon
October 28, 2023
The Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) will bring cloudy skies with rains over Luzon on Saturday, PAGASA reported.
Amazon shares jump as analysts praise third-quarter results
October 28, 2023
CEO Andy Jassy has been in cost-cutting mode to address high levels of inflation and rising interest rates over the past year.
Google Commits $2 Billion in Funding to AI Startup Anthropic
October 28, 2023
Google move follows Amazon investment as tech giants place bigger bets on startups racing to develop artificial intelligence.
A-Rod regrets not investing in Amazon, Microsoft or Starbucks in the ’90s: ‘I wouldn’t have to work so hard today’
October 28, 2023
At the start of his baseball career, Alex Rodriguez made millions in Seattle — home of Amazon, Microsoft and Starbucks during the 1990s dot-com boom.
What China’s slow-motion real estate crisis means for the global economy
October 28, 2023
China's property industry is collapsing in slow motion, with indebted major developers, and the IMF has cut growth forecasts, citing the sector as a big reason.
Spirit Airlines halts new pilot, flight attendant training after difficult quarter, Pratt engine issue
October 28, 2023
A Spirit Airlines memo said new pilot and flight attendant training would be suspended next month "until further notice."