Marcos, Harris eye bigger SCS drills with other states
September 7, 2023
PRESIDENT Marcos Jr. and US Vice President Kamala Harris explored a possible expansion of their joint bilateral exercises with other countries in the South China Sea.
Jean Garcia sa mga eksena niyang sampalan: ‘Kailangan sukat’
September 7, 2023
Ibinahagi ng batikang aktres na si Jean Garcia sa "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda" ang kaniyang technique sa mga eksena na mayroon siyang sasampalin.
DOE crafts circular on exploration, development and utilization of hydrogen fuel
September 7, 2023
THE Department of Energy (DOE) has crafted a circular that will include hydrogen fuel as among the energy sources governed by Presidential Decree 87 (PD 87) or the Oil Exploration and Development Act of 1972.
BPI approves propagation of Bt cotton for commercial production
September 7, 2023
DAVAO CITY—The Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) flashed the green light for the planting for commercial production in the country of a genetically modified cotton variety, the International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-biotech Applications (Isaaa...
Survey shows ‘boomerang employees’ may be solution to skills shortage in workplace
September 7, 2023
Nearly 8 in 10, or 78 percent of surveyed professionals in the country said they are open to returning to their previous employer, according to a recent poll conducted by global recruitment consultancy firm Robert Walters.
PHL fails to score on local tours for FIBA tournament
September 7, 2023
THE Philippines not only missed a direct ticket to the Paris Olympics in 2024. It also missed out on showcasing popular tourism destinations in the country to the international basketball teams participating in the ongoing FIBA World Cup.
Chinese social media campaigns are successfully impersonating U.S. voters, Microsoft warns
September 7, 2023
Chinese campaigns are active on Twitter and other sites, while some disinformation campaigns are also using generative AI content to create graphics
Lucio Tan receives Cabuyao’s first Golden Bell Award
September 7, 2023
Business tycoon Lucio Tan, head of the conglomerate Lucio Tan Group of Companies, recently received the first Golden Bell Award from the local government of Cabuyao City for helping the city hasten its economic development and protect the environment.
Cacdac named migrant workers department OIC
September 7, 2023
President Marcos has designated Hans Leo Cacdac as officer-in-charge of the Department of Migrant Worker, Malacañang announced on Wednesday night.
Marcos pushes ‘loss and damage’ fund for climate action
September 7, 2023
President Marcos has pushed for a loss and damage fund to support measures aimed at mitigating the impact of climate change, which he described as one of the “complex challenges” confronting the international landscape.
DTI exec: Only Marcos can lift price ceiling
September 7, 2023
Only President Marcos can lift Executive Order No. 39 mandating the price ceiling of rice at P41 and P45 per kilo, an official of the Department of Trade and Industry said on Thursday amid calls to withdraw the price cap within two to three weeks.
Free trade pact signed between Philippines, South Korea
September 7, 2023
The Philippines and South Korea have signed a free trade agreement that is expected to enhance their investment ties, President Marcos announced yesterday.
Alarm raised over 3 million drop in school enrollees
September 7, 2023
ACT Teachers party-list Rep. France Castro expressed alarm over the three million drop in the number of enrollees for this school year, calling on Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte to explain the worrisome trend.
Rice traders bemoan daily losses from price cap
September 7, 2023
Rice retailers are losing P7,000 a day because of the implementation of Executive Order 39 putting price caps of P41 and P45 per kilo of the staple, a retailers group said on Thursday.
Philippines again Asia’s Leading Dive Destination
September 7, 2023
For the fifth time, the Philippines has been recognized as a prime diving destination in Asia by an international tourism body.
Ramon Magsaysay awardee fights for food sovereignty
September 7, 2023
Eugenio Lemos was a child when Timor-Leste, formerly known as East Timor, was besieged by war when the Indonesian military invaded. This forced his family to flee to the mountains to ensure their safety.
Marcos hits ‘dangerous’ use of coast guard ships
September 7, 2023
With Beijing’s muscle-flexing in the South China Sea becoming more brazen, President Marcos has called on leaders of East Asia to act on the “dangerous use” of the coast guard and maritime militia vessels by the Chinese.
Slovenia coach credits Manila crowd for Luka Doncic’s energy
September 7, 2023
Slovenia coach Aleksander Sekulic also credited the crowd's love for Luka Doncic for his energy.
Stripe rival Adyen secures banking license in the UK
September 7, 2023
Adyen has acquired a banking license in the U.K., which enables its merchants to offer cash advances to small and medium-sized enterprises in the country.
Top US gymnast Simone Biles has eye on 2024 Paris Olympics
September 7, 2023
Gold medal-winning US gymnast Simone Biles said she is targeting the 2024 Paris Olympics after a two-year hiatus from the sport.
Belgium toasts its beer riches with new visitor center
September 7, 2023
Belgium is promoting its centuries of beer-making and 430 breweries with a new visitor center in Brussels that recounts the history of Belgian production and aims to show what is unique about the country's beer and beer culture.
Italy’s Simone Fontecchio misses game vs. Latvia due to sickness, says coach
September 7, 2023
Italy coach Gianmarco Pozzecco said Simone Fontecchio did not play due to sickness.
Jean Garcia, may gut feel na mai-extend ang ‘Maging Sino Ka Man”
September 7, 2023
Inilahad ni Jean Garcia na may pakiramdam siya na magkakaroon ng extended run ang upcoming Kapuso series na “Maging Sino Ka Man,” na pagbibidahan nina Barbie Forteza at David Licauco.
Why is a rainbow curved? Kuya Kim answers
September 7, 2023
A rainbow is usually formed when light hits water droplets. “That is refracted ranging from 40 to 42 degrees. Because yung medium na ito is raindrop, parang name-make yung form so that"s why the rainbow is circular,” said Cebu Normal University Atmosp...
UK yoga class mistakenly reported as ‘mass killing”
September 7, 2023
UK police descended on a yoga class in central England after a member of the public spotted people lying on the floor and reported a "mass killing."
Huawei Hits Back at Apple in China With New High-Speed Phone
September 7, 2023
With 5G-like speeds, the device is creating buzz among Chinese fans after Beijing banned the use of iPhones at some government offices.
Lithuania dismantles Slovenia, sets up battle for 5th vs Latvia
September 7, 2023
Lithuania pulled away late to keep Slovenia winless in the final phase with a 100-84 victory in their classification match on Thursday at the 2023 FIBA World Cup at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Jean Garcia, inilahad ang aral na natutunan niya sa mga naging karelasyon
September 7, 2023
Sa episode ng “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda” nitong Huwebes, tinanong si Jean Garcia kung anong lesson ang natutunan niya sa kaniyang mga naging karelasyon, na inamin ang batikang aktres na marami.
Barbie Forteza sings ‘Maging Sino Ka Man’ to David Licauco
September 7, 2023
Barbie Forteza gamely accepted the challenge to sing the theme song of "Maging Sino Ka Man!"
EU’s crackdown on Apple, Meta and others is to avoid forced breakups, top official says
September 7, 2023
Big Tech is facing tighter scrutiny in the European Union, but officials want to avoid forcing them to break up parts of the business.
Biden heads to New Delhi for G20 amid rising global tensions
September 7, 2023
President Joe Biden will travel to New Delhi to meet with the world's largest economies at the Group of 20 summit.
WayV’s XiaoJun, YangYang hop on ‘GENTO’ dance craze
September 7, 2023
WayV's XiaoJun and YangYang are the latest international artists to join the "GENTO" dance trend!
Will Tim Cone remain as Gilas coach beyond Asian Games? Ginebra mentor answers
September 7, 2023
Tim Cone has been named as the Gilas Pilipinas head coach for the upcoming Asian Games, replacing Chot Reyes at the helm after the latter announced that he is stepping down from the post.
Pau Gasol meets fans in Manila
September 7, 2023
Basketball hall of famer Pau Gasol met with fans in Manila on Thursday ahead of the 2023 FIBA World Cup finals.
Barbie Forteza, David Licauco admit feeling pressure in first lead role as Team BarDa
September 7, 2023
Barbie Forteza and David Licauco are set to take on their first lead roles as a love team in "Maging Sino Ka Man."
‘Voltes V: Legacy’ shows bloopers in ending credits; Octo-1 sings ‘Chichi wo Motomete’
September 7, 2023
"Voltes V: Legacy" presented a nice gift to its fans at the end of its penultimate episode on Thursday.
Tiny ‘bubble cars’ from the 1960s are making a comeback. Take a look at the latest electric versions
September 7, 2023
The potential need for a small electric car appears to be gaining traction, as the demand for cleaner vehicles in urban environments grows.
Brits are the least likely to say work is important to their lives — and the U.S. isn’t far behind
September 7, 2023
A new survey from King's College London has found Brits and Americans are among those who are least likely to say work is an important part of their lives.