The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) launched its children’s book titled “Si Tala at ang Kanyang Lakbay Kalawakan!” at the Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, on December 6.
Thoroughly wash and cook your market-bought fresh produce and seafood as a precautionary measure against parasites, University of the Philippines (UP) scientists advised the public.
For the first time, a nuclear science olympiad was held in the country in order to promote the technology among the youth. The inaugural event already drew the interest of high-school students with an unexpected 500 applicants.
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates—For the sixth month in a row, Earth set a new monthly record for heat, and also added the hottest autumn to the litany of record-breaking heat this year, the European climate agency calculated.
Global apparel retailer UNIQLO presented customers with a grand holiday festivity with their recent Tree Lighting Celebration at East B Parking Lot, 9th Avenue cor. 30th Street, Bonifacio Global City. It was a well-rounded kick-off to the holiday seas...
NEW YORK—The white-bearded Christian saint whose acts of generosity inspired America’s secular Santa Claus figure is known worldwide, but Saint Nicholas’ origin story is not.
SALT LAKE CITY—Transgender teenagers who are challenging a Utah law banning trans girls from playing on girls’ sports teams can keep portions of their mental health records confidential after a state judge ruled Thursday that some details are irreleva...
ATHENS, Greece—A Greek policeman was severely injured late Thursday when a mob of volleyball fans poured out of an Athens arena and attacked riot police outside.
NUSTAR Resort Cebu, an island of leisure and entertainment possibilities, is making everyone’s holiday experience an extra magical one with its enchanting array of holiday activities throughout the resort. From gastronomic adventures to family-friendl...
THE Paris 2024 organizing committee president said Thursday he still wants the surfing competition at next year’s Olympics to take place in Tahiti despite the controversy surrounding the construction of the judging tower at the site, where coral has b...
The Philippines’ largest integrated telecommunications network PLDT Inc. (PLDT) has been recognized at the 3rd United Nations Global Compact Network Philippines’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Awards for its Madiskarte Moms PH (MMPH) program.
In a dazzling display of holiday spirit, renowned traveler and philanthropist Kyle “Kulas” Jennermann, also known as Becoming Filipino on YouTube, led Club Paradise Palawan’s annual tree lighting ceremony. The celebration, themed “Hearts Aglow,” marke...
Christmas is just around the corner, and choosing the right gifts has always been challenging, especially if you are within a budget. It is important to find presents that are both useful and affordable.
Tiger Resort Leisure & Entertainment, Inc. (TRLEI), the owner and operator of the Okada Manila integrated casino, hotel, and entertainment complex, recently announced that it will be completing the partially-developed Emerald Bay Resort in Cebu, a...
As a way of giving back, CHERRY is set to offer Holi-YEY Deals from December 9-31, 2023. Catch up to 50% discount for select products on any of the following CHERRY Stores located at SM MOA, SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, SM Southmall and Robinsons Manil...
Even as Filipinos reel from global economic challenges, lawmakers from both chambers of Congress said the Marcos administration’s programs have effectively averted further crisis by boosting employment, spurring economic growth, and taming inflation.
LAS VEGAS — When league officials decided to play the semifinals and championship game of the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament in Las Vegas, they knew it wouldn’t be an understated affair.
CANASTOTA, NEW YORK — Michael Moorer, the first left-hander to win the heavyweight title, and fellow two-division champions Ricky Hatton and Ivan Calderon were elected Thursday to the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
SAO PAULO — A Rio de Janeiro state court removed the president of the Brazilian soccer confederation from office on Thursday because of irregularities in the proceedings that led to his election last year.
JACKSONVILLE, Florida — A former Jacksonville Jaguars financial manager accused of stealing more than $22 million from the franchise has a gambling addiction and plans to plead guilty to resolve federal charges against him, his attorney said Thursday.
Ilia Malinin had no intention of trying to land the quadruple axel, the most difficult jump in figure skating, while the 19-year-old American sensation was trying to qualify for the Grand Prix Finals.
Rural health centers are more than just buildings—they’re lifelines, offering a comprehensive range of health services at a minimal cost or even free to the most vulnerable. The presence of dedicated healthcare providers, who truly grasp the loc...
Insular Life (InLife) and Oona Insurance group (Oona) today jointly announced that they are entering into an agreement, with InLife selling its 40% stake in their non-life insurance joint venture, Oona Insular Insurance Corporation (Oona Philippines),...
One life is lost every two minutes to cervical cancer, worldwide. Despite being one of the most preventable and curable forms of cancer, it remains the fourth most common cancer and cause of death among women globally with 342,000 deaths in 2020, 90% ...
The holiday season has officially kicked off at bai Hotel Cebu with a spectacular Tree Lighting ceremony held in the hotel’s grand lobby. It was a happy moment that filled the air with joy and excitement as guests gathered to witness the lightin...
THE country’s manufacturing output posted its slowest growth in 17 months, according to the latest Production Index and Net Sales Index report of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
THE Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) does not consider the recent slowdown in inflation as well as the expected continuation of the downtrend in December as enough reason to ease monetary policy.
THE Philippines is pushing to accelerate climate financing of gender-responsive and nature-based solutions to address climate change and biodiversity loss at the ongoing 28th Conference of Parties (COP) Meeting in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
THE Congressional Bicameral Conference Committee has approved the reconciled version of the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, without the controversial escrow provision but requiring the filing of a bond by seafarers.
STAKEHOLDERS including major digital platforms in the Philippines said the signing of the Internet Transactions Act (ITA) will help protect both online consumers and merchants and will propel the growth of digital economy.
Consumer advocacy group CitizenWatch Philippines on Thursday urged the Senate to prioritize the passage of two bills protecting creative workers and consumers alike from online content piracy.