2023 FIBA World Cup final standings
September 10, 2023
Here are the final standings at the end of the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
Department of Finance wants zero tariff on rice to ease prices
September 10, 2023
THE Department of Finance (DOF) is pushing for the reduction of rice tariffs to as low as zero percent to cushion the impact of rising world market rice prices and temper the increase of the price of the staple locally.
Lowest-paid Pinoys belong to poorest classes–PSA
September 10, 2023
Low-paid workers in the Philippines, including those in agriculture and fishery sectors, face economic challenges as their average daily basic pay remains below the poverty threshold. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, skilled agricultur...
DOH warns HIV cases doubled to 50 a day
September 10, 2023
The Department of Health has sounded the alarm on the rise of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cases in the country, with data showing that positive cases have doubled compared to last year’s daily average. DOH Secretary Teodoro Herbosa said he was alarmed by the continuous uptick as the confirmed cases show a younger demographic, with […]
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Asian tourism recovery seen slowing down in H2
September 10, 2023
Tourism recovery in Asia may slow in the second half of the year due to moderating arrivals from major markets. Oxford Economics projects economic growth to sputter, citing factors like pent-up demand waning and consumer spending moderation. While Chin...
House vows to curb price spikes amid better ratings
September 10, 2023
The House of Representatives is committed to fighting inflation and ensuring affordable basic goods for Filipinos. Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez expressed the chamber's dedication to supporting the prosperity agenda of President Ferdinand Marco...
Solons press Executive to restore state universities and colleges’ budget cuts
September 10, 2023
AS 30 out of 117 state universities and colleges (SUCs) in the Philippines are set to receive less funding for 2024, lawmakers appealed to the national government to give students the chance to have a free state university education.
Germany completes unbeaten run towards first-ever World Cup title
September 10, 2023
Germany made history by becoming world champions for the first time after defeating Serbia 83-77 in the Final of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023. Dennis Schroder scored 28 points to lead Germany, who will leave Manila with their second-ever World Cup medal to go with their third-place finish in 2002. Germany broke open the […]
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BOI investment approvals at P720B as of end-august
September 10, 2023
THE Board of Investments (BOI) is close to hitting the P729-billion mark of investment approvals recorded in 2022 as it has approved P720 billion worth of investment projects as of August 2023.
Zubiri vows bigger intel funds for WPS defenders
September 10, 2023
AMID the controversy on the granting of big confidential and intel funds to civilian agencies, the Senate vowed to push for higher intelligence funds for the “defenders of Philippine sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), the Philippine Coast G...
CHR’s paltry budget
September 10, 2023
Why doesn’t Congress give the Commission on Human Rights the budget that the broad scope of its functions demands? The CHR has proven itself an independent body that upholds the protection of human rights, or, more precisely, civil and political rights. It protects as well our enjoyment of freedom of speech, of expression, or of […]
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Bong Go aids poor students in Puerto Princesa City
September 10, 2023
SENATOR Christopher “Bong” Go stressed the need to address mental health concerns of Filipino youth as he pushed passage pf Senate Bill No. 1786, which seeks to mandate public higher education institutions (HEIs) to establish Mental Health Offices in ...
Govt asked to address various issues in health, public works
September 10, 2023
THE vice chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation on Sunday called on the national government to address the unfilled positions, the annual shortage of health care workers, the non-disbursement of Covid-19 allowance and the allocation of the h...
Dennis Schroder named FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 TISSOT MVP
September 10, 2023
Dennis Schroder capped his historical run at the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 by taking home the TISSOT Most Valuable Player award after guiding Germany to their first-ever title. Schroder tallied 28 points in Germany’s 83-77 win over Serbia in the Final. The team captain scored at least 14 points for the seventh time in […]
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CA: Minors cannot intervene in custody battle of parents
September 10, 2023
MAY the minor children intervene in the same custody proceeding instituted by one of their parents against the other?
Team Germany, FIBA World Cup champ matapos talunin ang Serbia
September 10, 2023
Itinanghal na kampeon [gold medal] ang Team Germany sa 2023 FIBA World Cup matapos nilang talunin ang Serbia, 83-77, sa kanilang laban sa Mall of Asia Arena nitong Linggo.
Germany celebrates winning FIBA World Cup trophy
September 10, 2023
Dennis Schroder, who was named the FIBA World Cup Most Valuable Player, led the celebration for Germany as they won the Naismith Trophy.
Tech’s Middle Managers Feel Squeeze as Boom Ends
September 10, 2023
The industry’s focus on efficiency has created anxiety for those now being asked to produce more with less.
Pagasa continues to monitor 2 LPAs
September 10, 2023
At least two low-pressure areas are being monitored within and outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said yesterday.
DFA chief to visit Buenos Aires
September 10, 2023
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo will undertake an official visit to Buenos Aires this week to mark the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Argentina, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)...
Asia-Pacific countries urged to strengthen vaccine development
September 10, 2023
Countries in Asia and the Pacific will need to strengthen cooperation in vaccine development and delivery systems to become better prepared for future pandemic threats, according to the Asian Development Bank Institute.
Catholic bishops to attend servant leadership course
September 10, 2023
The Caritas Philippines Academy has organized a six-day executive course on “Servant Leadership and Pastoral Management in Our Times” in Tagaytay City from Sept. 18-23.
Philippine trade office opens in Tel Aviv
September 10, 2023
The Philippine embassy in Israel announced the opening of the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC) – Tel Aviv and the arrival of Vichael Angelo Roaring, who will serve as its commercial counselor.
Senator wants learning recovery plan covered in DepEd budget
September 10, 2023
The Department of Education should ensure that its proposed budget for 2024 would cover and address the learning loss resulting from school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian.
Restructured MUP signed before yearend – Estrada
September 10, 2023
The Senate hopes to pass the reformed pension system of military and uniformed personnel before yearend, according to Sen. Jinggoy Estrada.
Singapore, Philippines to discuss sending replacement eagle for Geothermica
September 10, 2023
The Philippines and Singapore’s Mandai Wildlife Reserve will still have to discuss if a giant raptor shall be sent to replace Geothermica, the male Philippine Eagle that was sent to Singapore in 2019 for a breeding program and died of infection last Se...
‘Satisfaction rating shows House on right track’
September 10, 2023
The House of Representatives under the leadership of Speaker Martin Romualdez is “on the right track” as the chamber tries to help the Marcos administration lower the prices of rice, among others, a congressman said.
Philippine, Australia ‘work, holiday’ visa open to ages 18-31
September 10, 2023
Filipinos and Australians aged 18 to 31 can apply for the “work and holiday” visa arrangement signed by the two countries available next year, according to the Presidential Communications Office.
Killer who crab-walked out of prison may have changed appearance, US police warn
September 10, 2023
A convicted murderer who escaped from a Pennsylvania prison over a week ago has changed his appearance to elude capture including shaving his beard and mustache, photos released by US police showed on Sunday after a new sighting of the man.
Germany’s Dennis Schroder is FIBA World Cup MVP
September 10, 2023
Dennis Schroder was named the Most Valuable Player of the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
‘Eat Bulaga’ YouTube channel ‘nabawi’ ng TAPE; TVJ, nagsasampa ng reklamo
September 10, 2023
Inihayag ng Television and Production Exponents (TAPE) Inc. na "nabawi" na nila ang kontrol sa "Eat Bulaga" YouTube channel. Inihayag naman ng abogado ng TVJ Productions na gagawa sila ng legal na hakbang laban sa TAPE dahil dito.
Canada, dinaig ang USA via OT sa FIBA World Cup para angkinin ang bronze
September 10, 2023
Ang Canada ang pangatlong pinakamahusay na team [bronze] sa 2023 FIBA World Cup matapos nilang talunin ang koponan ng USA, 127-118, sa kanilang laban na nagkaroon ng overtime na ginanap sa Mall of Asia Arena nitong Linggo.
Philippine eagle Geothermica dies in Singapore
September 10, 2023
A Philippine eagle that was sent to Singapore as part of a program aimed at securing the population of the critically endangered species has died.
Sean Strickland drops, decisions Adesanya to claim UFC middleweight title
September 10, 2023
Sean Strickland pulled off a major upset following a dominant unanimous decision nod over Israel Adesanya to claim the UFC middleweight world title in the main event of UFC 293 earlier today at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia.
Germany beats mighty Serbia for first FIBA World Cup title
September 10, 2023
Germany completed a sweep of the 2023 FIBA World Cup after taking down the mighty Serbia squad, 83-77, in the finals to claim the Naismith Trophy.
Morocco survivors seek aid as quake toll of 2,012 seen likely to rise
September 10, 2023
Survivors of Morocco's deadliest earthquake in more than six decades struggled to find food and water on Sunday as the search for the missing continued in hard-to-reach villages and the death toll of more than 2,000 seemed likely to rise further.
Michael V. sings about lining up for coffee in ‘Raining in Manila’ parody
September 10, 2023
Michael V. is back with another song parody, and he once again knocked it out of the park!
These Hackers Risk Their Lives Chasing a Need for Speed
September 10, 2023
Electric scooters come with built-in speed limits. Riders are breaking them with Android hacks and other tricks