Chris Banchero makes first 4-pt shot in PBA
August 18, 2024
Chris Banchero made the first 4-point shot in PBA history.
Who is Banksy? The England-based street artist’s work is well-known, but his identity is a mystery
August 18, 2024
Banksy is an England-based artists whose work has popped up around the globe. Although he has made millions for his famous art, the identity behind the work is unknown.
Goldman cuts US recession risk on sales, jobs data
August 18, 2024
GOLDMAN Sachs Group Inc. economists lowered the probability of a US recession in the next year to 20 percent from 25 percent, citing this week’s retail sales and jobless claims data.
Three key issues where Kamala Harris has more questions than answers
August 18, 2024
Starting Monday, Democrats will celebrate Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for four days in Chicago. But there are three important areas where the vice president isn't offering many answers.
28 Days: Kamala Harris has not held a press conference since emerging as presumptive Democratic nominee
August 18, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris hasn’t held a formal press conference since she ascended as the presumptive Democratic nominee in place of President Biden.
June Mar Fajardo bags historic eighth PBA MVP plum
August 18, 2024
By REYNALD MAGALLON June Mar Fajardo wore his wide smile as he received and raised another coveted trophy to add to his continuously growing hardware, radiating his usual gentle and easy going demeanor – very far from his beastly and domi...
[WATCH] The homestretch: A Paris Olympics diary
August 18, 2024
In this second episode of 'HOMESTRETCH,' host Pató Gregorio takes us through his Paris Olympics experience
PBA: Is June Mar Fajardo the GOAT? Kraken says he’s still far from it
August 18, 2024
Longtime San Miguel bruiser June Mar Fajardo captured his eighth PBA MVP award on Sunday, sparking yet another conversation on who should be considered as the league's GOAT.
Dricus Du Plessis submits Israel Adesanya at UFC 305
August 18, 2024
Dricus Du Plessis made a successful first defense of the UFC middleweight world title following a fourth-round submission over ex-champion Israel Adesanya in the main event of UFC 305.
David Licauco admits getting starstruck by Maria Ozawa, who plays his mom in ‘Pulang Araw’
August 18, 2024
David Licauco said he got starstruck when he saw Maria Ozawa for the very first time.
[The Wide Shot] FamilySearch and treasures from other churches
August 18, 2024
'I am Roman Catholic, but through FamilySearch, I find in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints one of the most indispensable treasures from other religions'
Mpox gives Denmark yet another way to flex its pharma power way to flex its pharma power
August 18, 2024
After the World Health Organization this week warned that a fast-spreading strain of mpox poses a global threat, Denmark again has a potential solution and underscored its capacity to outshine traditional powerhouses in the US and the UK.
Trump again decries two Olympic gold medalists in gender row
August 18, 2024
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump on Saturday again decried two gold medalist Olympic athletes, falsely labeling the female boxers as men.
Matsuyama five clear with one round to play in steamy Memphis
August 18, 2024
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Hideki Matsuyama felt his lower back starting to act up. On a whim, he decided to put a new putter in his bag for the start of the PGA Tour postseason. And now the Japanese star has a five-shot lead going into the final round of the F...
McNulty sets Vuelta pace with record time trial ride
August 18, 2024
MADRID — American Brandon McNulty won the opening stage of the Spanish Vuelta in Portugal on Saturday with the fastest time trial in the history of the Spanish Grand Tour race.
Cubans soak up whole Little League World Series experience
August 18, 2024
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Marloon Herrera was crying. Happy tears.
Less than a week after Olympics, WNBA playoff chase on
August 18, 2024
LAS VEGAS — Back to your regularly scheduled programming in the WNBA.
Coughlin birdies three of last five holes for one-stroke lead in Women’s Scottish Open
August 18, 2024
IRVINE, Scotland — Lauren Coughlin rolled in a bending, 20-foot putt as part of three birdies on the closing stretch Saturday to cap off a 6-under 66 in the Women’s Scottish Open and give her a one-shot lead over Megan Khang at Dundonald Links.
PNP chief requires 3-minute response time to 911 calls
August 18, 2024
All police officers are now required to respond to 911 emergency calls within three minutes, according to Philippine National Police chief Rommel Marbil.
Gender surgeries, migraine tips, ‘Zika-like’ virus and more top health stories
August 18, 2024
This week's health roundup includes stories about controversial "gender-affirming" surgeries on kids, a little-known type of diabetes, a "Zika-like" virus that's spreading iand more.
Military experts suggest Iran may declare itself a nuclear power by year’s end
August 18, 2024
The move to declare itself a nuclear power would provide Iran protection at certain levels but ultimately does not create invincibility from any attack or reprisals.
Blinken to push for Gaza ceasefire; Israel launches fresh strikes
August 18, 2024
The United States has put forward bridging proposals that the mediating countries believe would close gaps between the warring parties
Tennessee pair charged with child abuse for locking autistic child in storage bin at unsanitary home
August 18, 2024
Two people were arrested in Tennessee on child abuse charges after investigators discovered they locked a seven-year-old autistic child in a storage trunk.
June Mar Fajardo adds to legend with 8th PBA MVP, banners Leo Awards honor roll
August 18, 2024
San Miguel star June Mar Fajardo adds three more trophies to his giant collection as he claims a record-extending eighth MVP plum and makes the First Mythical and All-Defensive Teams
No information on ICC warrant — DOJ
August 18, 2024
The Supreme Court said it has not received any information regarding a potential warrant of arrest by the International Criminal Court for former President Rodrigo Duterte and other officials.
Georgia deputy killed in ‘ambush’ attack after responding to domestic dispute call
August 18, 2024
A Georgia deputy was killed Saturday night responding to a domestic dispute call in Hiram, and the sheriff's office says the responding deputies were "ambushed."
PBA 48th Season Leo Awardees
August 18, 2024
The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) recognized its top athletes as it held its annual Leo Awards ahead of the league's opening ceremony for its 49th season on Sunday.
June Mar Fajardo wins 8th PBA MVP award
August 18, 2024
June Mar Fajardo further etched his legacy in Philippine basketball history, capturing another Most Valuable Player award for Season 48 during the PBA Leo Awards.
French actor and heartthrob Alain Delon dies at 88
August 18, 2024
Alain Delon, the internationally acclaimed French actor who embodied both the bad guy and the policeman and made hearts throb around the world, died at age 88.
[Two Pronged] My mother wants forgiveness, but I don’t want anything to do with her
August 18, 2024
'We have not spoken in two years, but I still support the education of my younger siblings. Nothing more, even if she has dropped hints through my siblings of needing more money.'
Russian missile sparks blaze in Ukraine as Kyiv’s troops push into Russia’s Kursk region
August 18, 2024
Russia kept up its assault on Ukraine Saturday even as Ukrainian forces pushed into Russia's Kursk border region.
Pastor reported dead and buried returns home
August 18, 2024
By LIEZLE BASA INIGO BURGOS, Pangasinan – A church pastor previously reported deceased and interred in a cemetery unexpectedly returned to his family in Sual, this province, reports on Saturday, August 17, said. His son, Eduardo Gille Jr., contacted th...
Wanted South Carolina man bites cop attempting to detain him
August 18, 2024
A South Carolina man with 16 active warrants bit a police officer during his arrest before officers deployed a K9 officer that bit the suspect.
[Only IN Hollywood] Play highlights Fil-Am family life in US, served with adobo and lumpia
August 18, 2024
Described as a funny play about a multigenerational FilAm household, 'God Will Do the Rest' is a collaboration of Artists at Play and Latino Theater Company
French actor Alain Delon dies aged 88, French media report
August 18, 2024
French actor Alain Delon has been in poor health since suffering a stroke in 2019
Blinken to arrive in Israel as U.S. pushes for Gaza ceasefire
August 18, 2024
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to arrive in Israel on Sunday as part of Washington's intensifying diplomatic push to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza.
New NYC Council bill would limit pepper spray use in jails except in emergency situations
August 18, 2024
A new bill introduced in the New York City Council would limit correction officers' use of pepper spray on out of control inmates in the city's jails, except in emergency situations.