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DOJ official: Teves expected to return to PH last week of July

June 29, 2024

Department of Justice (DOJ) Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Mico Clavano on Saturday said the DOJ is expecting the return of suspended Negros Oriental Rep. Arnulfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. to the Philippines on the last week of July. Clavano added: “Well...

Official says Justice department has idea where Bantag might be hiding

June 29, 2024

The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Saturday said it has an idea of where former Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Gerald Bantag is hiding. DOJ Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Mico Clavano also said he is hopeful the arrest can be conducted “peacefully...

Año: Philippines determined to build its military as tensions continue in WPS

June 29, 2024

Manila Standard

The country is “determined as ever” to build up its military as tensions in the West Philippine Sea continue to run high. National Security Adviser Eduardo Año made the disclosure following the June 17 confrontation at Ayungin Shoal. “In the face of al...

BI repatriates Pinoys involved in online scam

June 29, 2024

Manila Standard

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported on Saturday the repatriation from Myanmar of four Filipinos who were recruited by a compatriot to work as customer service representatives of a company engaged in online scams. The Immigration Protection and Bord...

Spiral Manila bids goodbye ahead of Sofitel’s closure

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / Lifestyle

Spiral Manila has officially bid goodbye to its patrons as its home, Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila, is about to close.

Taguig City unveils mobile command vehicle

June 29, 2024

Joel E. Zurbano

The local government of Taguig City unveiled over the weekend a state-of-the-art Mobile Command and Control Vehicle (MOCCOV) designed to manage and coordinate material and manpower resources during emergencies. Developed through collaborative funding f...

Chinese liquor makers endeavor to give Westerners a taste for baijiu

June 29, 2024

While sales in China are still rising, top baijiu makers face far slower growth than in the past as younger generations increasingly opt for alternatives to the country's national liquor

Some Vietnam coffee farms thrive despite drought, but may not stop espresso price hikes

June 29, 2024

Vietnam is the world's top producer of robusta beans, the variety most commonly found in espressos and instant coffees

5 dead, 38 injured after firecracker warehouse exploded in Zamboanga City

June 29, 2024

Zamboanga City Mayor John Dalipe says the explosion affected nearby structures and power lines in the area

What is at stake for China-founded e-commerce giant Shein as EU rule looms

June 29, 2024

The European Union's digital rules that take effect at the end of August will require Shein to prevent product listings that violate intellectual property rights

Ryan Bang, engaged na sa Pinay na si Paola Huyong

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Natagpuan na ni Ryan Bang ang kaniyang forever matapos ma-engaged sa Pinay na si Paola Huyong.

Mayor Guo may be arrested for violating immigration rules, says De Lima

June 29, 2024

Former justice secretary Leila de Lima is suggesting an easier legal route compared to a criminal complaint, where authorities will have to wait for the case to reach the court before a warrant can be issued

Gilas Women drop to FIBA 3×3 WS Wuhan QF after tough loss to China

June 29, 2024

Gilas Pilipinas Women bowed to China at the close of the pool phase of the 2024 FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series – Wuhan Stop, losing 21-13, for a 1-2 record on Saturday at Hubei Province Olympic Sports Center in China. In a crucial game against the host to close out pool play, China’s Wan Jiyuan proved […]
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3, huli sa ilegal na pagmimina ng ginto sa Camarines Norte

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / News

Timbog ang tatlong katao matapos silang mabisto na ilegal na nagmimina ng ginto sa kabila ng cease and desist order ng mga awtoridad sa Paracale, Camarines Norte.

Brawner: AFP has responsibility, legal obligation to continue ROREs

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / News

The AFP will continue with its regular rotation and resupply (RORE) missions to its military outposts in the highly contested West Philippine Sea despite Chinese harassment.

Mangingisdang nag-aayos ng lambat, patay nang atakihin umano ng pating

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / News

Nasawi ang isang mangingisdang nag-aayos ng lambat matapos siyang atakihin umano ng pating sa Sibuco, Zamboanga del Norte.

Minus Alas, Gilas Boys suffer World Cup beatdown against Lithuania

June 29, 2024

Playing without their top gunner Kieffer Alas, Gilas Boys get a rude welcome from Lithuania in the FIBA U17 World Cup with a 59-point, opening-day beating

Reunion soon? Winston hopes to team up with Baltazar again

June 29, 2024

As the rookie draft nears, Converge guard Schonny Winston hopes to reunite with former La Salle teammate and reported PBA hopeful Justine Baltazar

How this Pinoy chef is flipping the script with new joint Flipside Burgers

June 29, 2024

Chef Ed Bugia's latest venture in UP Diliman takes him back to his roots, serving classic, Oklahoma-style burgers to students and families in the area

Not for or against admin, VP Sara says after opposition leader tag

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / News

Vice President Sara Duterte expressed her sentiments on Saturday after an ally referred to her as the new leader of the opposition following her departure from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration.

Alas-less Gilas Boys fall to taller, stronger Lithuania in World Cup opener

June 29, 2024

By REYNALD MAGALLON The Gilas Pilipinas Boys found Lithuania simply too big and too strong, absorbing a 107-48 beating to open their FIBA U17 World Cup campaign on the wrong foot at the Sinan Erdem Dome in Istanbul, Turkey on Saturday, Ju...

Vice mayor of Arayat, Pampanga dies

June 29, 2024

Emmanuel 'Bon' Alejandrino also served as Arayat mayor from 2013 to 2022

AFP to adjust RORE missions after June 17 China harassment

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / News

The AFP will adjust their rotation and reprovisioning (RORE) missions at the West Philippine Sea following the June 17 incident involving the China Coast Guard.

Gilas Boys struggle without Alas, fall to Lithuania in FIBA U-17 World Cup opener

June 29, 2024

Tiebreaker Times

By: Ernest Tuazon Offense became an instant worry for Gilas Pilipinas Boys, who are without top scorer Kieffer Alas due to a knee injury, as they began their run in the 2024 FIBA Under-17 World Cup on Saturday, June 29. The No. 37-ranked Philippines was crushed by the world’s 10th best U-17 squad Lithuania, absorbing […]
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NBA: Mavericks trade Tim Hardaway to Pistons for Quentin Grimes

June 29, 2024

The Dallas Mavericks are trading Tim Hardaway Jr. and three second-round NBA draft picks to the Detroit Pistons for Quentin Grimes, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Friday b...

[Only IN Hollywood] Producer Alemberg Ang reveals details on Isabel Sandoval’s ‘Moonglow,’ other projects

June 29, 2024

Ruben V. Nepales

'I felt completely in my element as an artist with a producer like Alem who had my back and fiercely supported my vision,' says actress and filmmaker Isabel Sandoval

2 phreatic events recorded at Taal Volcano – PHIVOLCS

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / News

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology recorded two weak phreatic events at the Taal Volcano on Saturday.

Alec Baldwin’s request to dismiss manslaughter case denied by judge

June 29, 2024

SANTA FE, New Mexico — A court ruling on Friday, June 28, put an involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin on track for trial in early July as a judge denied a request to dismiss the case on complaints that key evidence was damaged by the FBI ...

Cristine Reyes bonds with daughter Amarah, BF Marco Gumabao at Hong Kong Disneyland

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / Lifestyle

It looks like Cristine Reyes had a great time at Hong Kong Disneyland with her daughter Amarah, and her boyfriend Marco Gumabao!

2nd Rey Gealon Chess Tournament kicks off on Sunday

June 29, 2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Around a hundred woodpushers will converge at the Cebu Chess Club in Robinsons Galleria Cebu to strut their wares in the 2nd Councilor Rey Gealon Chess Tournament that will unfold on Sunday, June 30. According to one of C...

Ally or not? LGBTQ+ groups divided on Marcos’ stand for equality

June 29, 2024

Marcos Year 2: Even if the President created a special committee for non-discrimination of the LGBTQ+ community, the SOGIE bill remains out of his legislative priorities. Other groups across the political spectrum feel left out of the conversation.

Cloudy skies, rain showers expected over parts of PH due to easterlies

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / SciTech

The easterlies continue to affect the eastern part of the country, according to PAGASA.

Going to the beach this rainy season? Here are expert style tips for the perfect outfit

June 29, 2024

GMA News Online / Lifestyle

If your swimming trip happens to fall in the rainy season and you missed the chance to have the 'hot girl summer' vibes, fear not -- makulimlim can still be a fun aesthetic.

1 dead, 3 teens rescued as flood inundates cave in Bohol town

June 29, 2024

TAGBILARAN CITY — A man died while three teenagers survived in a rescue operation in a flooded cave in Antequera town, Bohol on Friday, June 28. Larry Quiros, 28, died after he volunteered to save his younger sister inside the cave. Staff Sergeant Haro...

Alice Guo may also face raps for election-related offenses – Comelec

June 29, 2024

MANILA, Philippines — Suspended Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo may face election offense charges from the Commission on Elections (Comelec) following revelations from the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) that her fingerprints match those of Chine...

DENR secretary to locals: Take care of our Philippine eagles

June 29, 2024

BURAUEN, Leyte — Take care of the Philippine eagles. This was the appeal of Environment Secretary Ma. Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga to the residents of Barangay Kagbana, a mountainous village more than 40 kms away from this town center, where two young juvenile...

Carla Abellana, Tom Rodriguez’s divorce now recognized by PH court

June 29, 2024

Carla Abellana disclosed that the divorce decree obtained by her former husband Tom Rodriguez, an American citizen, is now recognized by the Philippine court, about two years after it was finalized in the United States. It can be recalled that months a...

LIFE & STYLE: Food, travel, art, culture, beauty, fashion – July 1-7, 2024

June 29, 2024

MANILA, Philippines – Looking for something new to try? Whether that’s food, travel, beauty, hobbies, or fashion, here are some