CIDG says Rene Baterbonia, Divine Adili deaths ‘not an accident’
June 17, 2026
The CIDG counters the Aurora police's initial claims that the two Ateneo players' deaths were a 'natural accident'
PH mobile connections exceeded population by 20M in 2025 – report
June 17, 2026
The Philippines had about 20 million more cellular mobile connections than its actual population in October 2025, highlighting Filipinos" continued reliance on multiple mobile subscriptions despite the country"s mandatory SIM registration policy.
PH social media identities up 9M, hit 95.8M — report
June 17, 2026
Social media user identities in the Philippines grew by 9 million in just a year, reaching 95.8 million as of October 2025, according to the Digital 2026 Philippines report by DataReportal.
Alex Eala stuns Donna Vekic in Berlin opening round
June 17, 2026
Alex Eala stopped Donna Vekic’s five-match winning streak on grass, methodically breaking down the Croatian en route to a 7–5, 6–4 triumph in the opening round of the WTA 500 Berlin Tennis Open on Wednesday. Eala had already beaten Vekic twice in January, first at the WTA 250 ASB Classic in New Zealand and then […]
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Alex Eala reasserts mastery over Donna Vekic to kick off Berlin Tennis Open campaign
June 17, 2026
Alex Eala remained a thorn in Donna Vekic"s side, claiming a 7-5, 6-4 win in the Round of 32 of the WTA 500 Berlin Tennis Open on Wednesday in Germany.
WMPBL: Tantoy Ferrer flirts with triple-double as QC-10ACT dominates Caloocan, boosts twice-to-beat bid
June 17, 2026
RK Hoops-Quezon City 10ACT clobbered skidding Caloocan behind an all-around outing from Tantoy Ferrer, 86–66, to strengthen its bid for a twice-to-beat quarterfinal bonus in the 2026 Women’s Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League on Wednesday at Hoops Haven in Pasay. Ferrer barely missed a triple-double, finishing with a well-rounded line of 24 points, 15 rebounds, and […]
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World no. 1 Italy vents ire on Czechia to regain winning ways in VNL
June 17, 2026
Reigning VNL, Olympic, and World champion Italy returned to its winning form by frustrating Czechia, 25-18, 25-21, 25-22, as the Women's Volleyball Nations League (VNL) makes a Manila comeback on Wednesday at the PhilSports Arena.
[DECODED] In Ateneo drowning incident, Duterte camp reinforces Luzon-Mindanao divide
June 17, 2026
Ateneo’s lack of transparency after the deaths of its players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili becomes fodder for Duterte supporters and their Luzon versus Mindanao messaging
2026 FIFA World Cup: Updates and Results (June 17, 2026)
June 17, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup opened last week, with the tournament being held across three countries: the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
LIVE UPDATES: Alex Eala vs Donna Vekic at the Berlin Tennis Open Round of 32
June 17, 2026
Alexandra "Alex" Eala will face Donna Vekic at the Berlin Tennis Open Round of 32.
From supply shock to oil glut: IEA flags scale of demand destruction caused by Iran war
June 17, 2026
The energy supply shock triggered by the Iran War has prompted the IEA to slash its global oil demand forecast.
China pushes for AI safety as G7 summit wraps up without Beijing
June 17, 2026
China included artificial intelligence in its global governance whitepaper published Wednesday, and said Beijing was speeding up cooperation efforts.
Kieffer Alas on backlash vs Ateneo players after Baterbonia-Adili drowning tragedy: ‘It’s like going through two deaths’
June 17, 2026
Ateneo de Manila University players Kieffer Alas and Sam Reyes broke their silence a week after their teammates Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili lost their lives in a drowning incident last Monday, June 8.
China securities regulator warns against speculating on ‘tech hype’ and using AI for stock picking
June 17, 2026
China's top securities regulator warned that authorities will crack down on market behavior that rides the coattails of technology themes to hype stock prices.
Central banks are bringing gold reserves home as geopolitical risks rise
June 17, 2026
Central banks expect gold reserves to rise and more are storing bullion at home amid geopolitical and currency risks.
Ateneo president still focused on supporting families, will face question of remaining in post ‘at a certain point’
June 17, 2026
“Does your conscience tell you that you can remain as president of Ateneo de Manila University in the wake of this generational crisis that has done irreparable harm to our reputation?”
FIFA World Cup: Own goal helps Austria pull away for win over Jordan
June 17, 2026
An own goal off a corner kick in the 76th minute broke a tie and Austria went on to defeat Jordan 3-1 in a World Cup Group J match on Tuesday in Santa Clara, Calif.
UK inflation holds steady at 2.8% in May
June 17, 2026
The Bank of England is due to update its monetary policy on Thursday.
UAAP, NCAA standouts to be honored at Collegiate Press Corps Awards Night
June 17, 2026
Top student-athletes from the UAAP and NCAA in basketball, volleyball, and football will be recognized at the Collegiate Press Corps Awards Night on June 29.
AI credit markets at risk of ‘violent’ correction and investors must stay clear-eyed, Man Group says
June 17, 2026
AI credit markets are at risk of a 'violent' correction and investors must stay clear-eyed to do well, Man Group says
Ateneo players appear at NBI amid probe into Baterbonia, Adili deaths
June 17, 2026
Several players of Ateneo de Manila University men"s basketball team on Wednesday appeared before the National Bureau of Investigation amid its investigation into the deaths of Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili.
Ateneo de Davao retires Rene Baterbonia’s No. 2 jersey
June 17, 2026
Ateneo de Davao University has officially retired the No. 2 jersey of the late Rene Baterbonia.
FIFA World Cup: Norway’s Haaland sparkles on debut with two goals for 4-1 victory over Iraq
June 17, 2026
Norway's prolific striker Erling Haaland bagged two goals in his maiden World Cup appearance on Tuesday to guide his team to an opening 4-1 Group I victory over Iraq, and put down a marker for the tournament.
‘I might not make it’: Ateneo players Kieffer Alas, Sam Reyes faced death in Aurora tragedy
June 17, 2026
Ateneo basketball players Kieffer Alas and Sam Reyes thought they were going to die during the Blue Eagles’ team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora, that claimed the lives of teammates Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili
Japan May exports grow at fastest pace in over three years, beating estimates, as chip demand soars
June 17, 2026
Japan's exports in May grew at their fastest pace since November 2022, boosted by robust demand for cars and semiconductors.
US holds off blacklisting China’s DeepSeek, 100 other firms over security risks
June 17, 2026
The US has held off adding China"s AI startup DeepSeek, memory chipmaker CXMT and more than 100 other companies flagged as national security risks to a trade blacklist, according to two people familiar with the matter, as the Trump administration tries...
PhilSA notes return of nighttime lights in parts of Mindanao after earthquake
June 16, 2026
A significant level of nighttime lights has been restored in parts of Mindanao in the wake of the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that rocked the region on June 8, the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) said on Tuesday.
Yes, the universe’s expansion is still accelerating, researchers say
June 16, 2026
Researchers say they confirmed that the universe is expanding at an accelerated rate--the very observation that led to the identification in the 1990s of the cosmic force called dark energy.
Seabeds rise, ‘lake’ forms across parts of Mindanao following earthquake
June 16, 2026
The effects of the magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Mindanao continue to be observed across several areas.
Scientists identify 166,000 sq km of coral reef capable of surviving climate crisis
June 16, 2026
Climate-resilient reefs have been found in 71 countries and 100 territories, including in parts of the Caribbean and the Pacific and Atlantic oceans that were not previously recognized.
AI won’t replace human connection and experience in art, Filipino artists say
June 16, 2026
At a time when artificial intelligence (AI) can create artwork in an instant, Filipino artists believe it still cannot replicate the unique experiences, emotions, and human connections that bind artists, audiences, and the art they create.
Messi eyes history as Argentina begins World Cup defense
June 16, 2026
Football superstar Lionel Messi will become the first man to play in six World Cups when he leads Argentina into the first round of the 2026 World Cup
How Elon Musk’s second-in-command Gwynne Shotwell helped turn SpaceX into an IPO giant
June 16, 2026
CNBC spoke to people who've worked with SpaceX's president and chief operating officer.
Why is science important in flood mitigation? Project NOAH director explains
June 16, 2026
A scientific approach, referring to data and analysis, is important in testing the effectiveness of flood control measures before they are implemented, said Project Noah (Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards) Executive Director Mahar Lagmay on ...
MVP Sports Foundation denies running Ateneo’s basketball program
June 16, 2026
The MVP Sports Foundation says its role is 'limited to providing funding' to the Ateneo men's basketball team
Ateneo ‘studying’ UAAP withdrawal next season
June 15, 2026
Ateneo president Fr. Bobby Yap says the school is weighing its options, including a possible withdrawal from UAAP Season 89, amid multiple investigations over the deaths of players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili
Ateneo vows ‘material support’ to Baterbonia, Adili families: Moral obligation, not settlement
June 15, 2026
Ateneo de Manila University president Fr. Bobby Yap says the assistance will cover 'financial, emotional, and long-term burdens arising' from the deaths of student-athletes Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili