Escudero apologizes for EDSA bus lane use, admits ‘abuse of protocol’
April 12, 2024
Sen. Francis "Chiz" Escudero apologized after his vehicle, equipped with a protocol plate for senators, was caught using the EDSA busway.
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NBA: Warriors beat Blazers, forge 3-way tie for 8th in West
April 12, 2024
Stephen Curry recorded 22 points, eight assists and seven rebounds to help the Golden State Warriors post a 100-92 victory over the host Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday night.
Historic 2023 OFW deployment moves Philippines’ labor migration forward from pandemic
April 12, 2024
Migrant worker-sending Philippines has moved forward from the COVID-19 pandemic by posting a 55-year high in the number of deployed overseas Filipino workers.
‘Serious concern’: Philippines, US, Japan unite vs China’s provocations in South China Sea
April 12, 2024
The Philippines, United States and Japan condemned the “dangerous and aggressive” behavior of the People’s Republic of China in the South China Sea.
NBA: Knicks ride dominant 2nd quarter to win over Celtics
April 12, 2024
Jalen Brunson tossed in a game-high 39 points to help the visiting New York Knicks extend their winning streak to three games by beating the Boston Celtics 118-109 Thursday.
Axel Book drops 32 as San Beda denies Benilde for 2-0 start
April 12, 2024
Axel Book picked up where he left off as San Beda University overcame De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, 16-25, 25-23, 30-28, 25-19, in the NCAA Season 99 men's volleyball tournament.
NBA: DeMar DeRozan, Bulls pound Pistons, seal No. 9 in East
April 12, 2024
DeMar DeRozan poured in 39 points as the visiting Chicago Bulls pounded the Detroit Pistons 127-105 on Thursday.
The OJ Simpson saga was a unique American moment; 3 decades on, we’re still wondering what it means
April 12, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) — A dog’s plaintive wail. A courtroom couplet-turned-cultural catchphrase about gloves. A judge and attorneys who became media darlings and villains. A slightly bewildered houseguest elevated, briefly, into a slightly bewildere...
O.J. Simpson, legendary football player and actor brought down by murder trial, dies at 76
April 12, 2024
LAS VEGAS (AP) — O.J. Simpson, the football star and Hollywood actor acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend in a trial that mesmerized the public and exposed divisions on race and policing in America, has died. He...
Letran rookie Yen Martin still finding groove despite impressive debut
April 12, 2024
Colegio de San Juan de Letran rookie Yen Martin said she has yet to find her groove despite her impressive showing in the Lady Knights' first game in the NCAA Season 99 women's volleyball tournament last Wednesday.
PUJ groups announce strikes beginning April 15
April 12, 2024
Jeepney drivers are gearing up for another transport strike on Monday to express their dismay over President Marcos’ pronouncement that there will be no further extension of the franchise consolidation deadline on April 30.
5,844 schools suspend onsite classes due to extreme heat
April 12, 2024
Of 47,678 public schools nationwide, 5,844 suspended onsite classes yesterday due to extreme heat aggravated by the El Niño phenomenon.
Pasig court issues arrest warrants vs Quiboloy, others
April 12, 2024
A regional trial court in Pasig City yesterday ordered the arrest of fugitive Apollo Quiboloy for the non-bailable offense of qualified human trafficking.
House probe sought on ‘gentleman’s agreement’ with China
April 12, 2024
An administration lawmaker is urging the House of Representatives to conduct a probe into the reported gentleman’s agreement on the West Philippine Sea between former president Rodrigo Duterte and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Lawmaker calls for speedy passage of cyber attack bills
April 12, 2024
In light of increased cyber attacks, a lawmaker called on his colleagues in the House of Representatives to hasten the approval of measures that will protect the country’s digital infrastructure and penalize hackers.
Chery Tiggo, Akari sweep Cignal, Capital1
April 11, 2024
Chery Tiggo and Akari swept their respective foes in the 2024 PVL All-Filipino Conference on Thursday at the Philsports Arena in Pasig.
FACT CHECK: Bathing, drinking cold water safe in hot weather
April 11, 2024
The Department of Health already addressed these misconceptions in a media forum in 2023
Carlos Yulo eyes adjustments before heading to Paris Olympics
April 11, 2024
Filipino Olympian and gymnast Carlos Yulo is eyeing some adjustments in his performance before he heads to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Hidilyn Diaz on end of Paris Olympics journey: We did our best for our country
April 11, 2024
As her journey to the Paris Olympics ended last April 3, Filipino Olympian and weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz on Thursday spoke up about her failed bid to return to the Summer Games.
Closure of Mt. Apo Natural Park extended due to El Niño
April 2, 2024
All trails and access points to Mt. Apo Natural Park for trekking and camping activities are closed until April 30, 2024.
Israeli airstrike kills five from World Central Kitchen, says Hamas-run media
April 2, 2024
At least five employees from the World Central Kitchen were killed by an Israeli airstrike in central Gaza's Deir al-Balah, the Hamas-run Gaza Government Media Office announced late on Monday.
Maryland opens temporary channel at collapsed Baltimore bridge site
April 2, 2024
The U.S. state of Maryland has opened a temporary channel on the northeast side of the collapsed Baltimore bridge, allowing vessel traffic around the container ship stuck at the disaster site, Governor Wes Moore said on Monday.
Ridge of HPA extending over parts of Northern, Central Luzon
April 2, 2024
The ridge of the High Pressure Area (HPA) will be extending over the eastern sections of Northern and Central Luzon on Tuesday, PAGASA reported.
Magnitude 6.1 earthquake strikes northern Japan
April 2, 2024
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.1 hit Iwate and Aomori prefectures in northern Japan on Tuesday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.
Beating the heat
April 2, 2024
People try to beat the heat by swimming at a public beach in Noveleta, Cavite on Monday.
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Israel bombs Iran embassy in Syria, Iranian commanders among dead
April 2, 2024
Suspected Israeli warplanes bombed Iran's embassy in Syria on Monday, a marked escalation in a war pitting Israel against its regional adversaries, and Tehran said the strike killed seven military advisers including three senior commanders.
Texas, CDC say bird influenza detected in person exposed to dairy cattle
April 2, 2024
Texas and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday reported a human case of avian influenza in a person who had contact with dairy cows presumed to be infected with the virus.
Japan’s royal family makes Instagram debut
April 2, 2024
Japan's royal family is now on Instagram -- but don't expect any candid selfies from its official account, which went live Monday in a cautious social media debut for the ancient monarchy.
8-year-old boy drowns after being left unwatched while swimming
April 2, 2024
An eight-year-old boy drowned after he was left unwatched by grown-ups while swimming in open water.
Online selling feud seen as 22-year-old woman stabbed to death in Davao City
April 2, 2024
Suspects who were riding in tandem stabbed to death a 22-year-old woman in Davao City over the weekend, Jandi Esteban of GMA Regional TV One Mindanao reported on “24 Oras.”
Barbie Forteza at Kim Chiu, willing na magsama sa isang movie project
April 2, 2024
Nag-collab sa kani-kanilang vlog sina Barbie Forteza at Kim Chiu at napag-usapan nila ang willingness nilang magsama sa isang movie project. Ano naman kaya ang tema ng pelikula na bagay sa kanila?
Senate hits China actions in WPS
April 2, 2024
Senator Joel Villanueva on Monday filed a resolution strongly condemning China’s unprovoked acts of aggression, continued harassment, and illegal actions in the West Philippine Sea. In Senate Resolution No. 980, Villanueva said China’s actions violate ...
Marcos can rescind Xi-Rody deal
April 2, 2024
President Marcos can rescind the so-called “gentleman’s agreement” that his predecessor entered into with China which bars the Philippines from sending repair materials to the BRP Sierra Madre in the Ayungin Shoal, retired Supreme Court Justice Francis...
Village residents want Chinese presence probed
April 2, 2024
A group of homeowners at Multinational Village in Parañaque City is appealing to national security authorities to conduct a serious background inquiry into the throng of draft-age male Chinese nationals currently residing in their neighborhood. The res...
President names Marbil 30th PNP chief
April 2, 2024
President Marcos has named Police Maj. Gen. Rommel Marbil the 30th Chief of the Philippine National Police on Monday, despite the Palace announcing over the weekend that Police Lt. Gen. Emmanuel Peralta would serve as the PNP officer-in-charge. Mr. Mar...
Mariz Umali kay Raffy Tima: ‘Kung sakali ba na hindi na tayo magkaanak, OK pa rin ‘yon?’
April 2, 2024
Sa episode ng "Fast Talk With Boy Abunda" nitong Lunes, binigyan ng pagkakataon ang mag-asawang sina Mariz Umali at Raffy Tima na sabihin ang hindi pa nila naitatanong sa isa't isa.
Heat at ‘danger levels’—PAGASA
April 2, 2024
The state weather bureau on Monday warned of rising heat indexes reaching “danger levels” across the country amid the El Nino phenomenon as the Department of Education allowed the use of alternative delivery modes (ADMs) for teaching in areas that decl...
Hold plebiscite to know people’s will on economic amendments—solon
April 2, 2024
The recent Pulse Asia survey showing just eight percent of Filipinos favor Charter change or “Cha-cha” only highlights the need for a plebiscite, a lawmaker said Monday. But House Deputy Majority Leader and Iloilo Rep. Janette Garin also said efforts i...