PH bet Michelle Arceo flies to Bolivia for Reina Hispanoamericana pageant
January 10, 2024
The upcoming Reina Hispanoamericana coronation night is happening on January 29 (Manila Time).
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CongTV and Viy Cortez’s son Kidlat starts homeschooling
January 10, 2024
CongTV and Viy Cortez"s son Kidlat has started his homeschooling journey.
Dwight Howard asks PBA to reconsider height limit
January 10, 2024
Former NBA champion Dwight Howard, who’s open to playing as an import in the PBA, says the local league may see ‘twin towers in the Philippines’ if it rethinks its rules
FACT CHECK: Kai Sotto has not signed $3-billion NBA contract
January 10, 2024
Sotto is currently playing with the Yokohama B-Corsairs after being on loan from the Hiroshima Dragonflies
Amihan, easterlies will bring light rains over Luzon, the rest of the country
January 10, 2024
The northeast monsoon (amihan) will be affecting Northern and Central Luzon while the easterlies will affect the rest of the country on Wednesday, PAGASA reported.
Fuel leak on Astrobotic’s moon lander leaves ‘no chance’ of soft landing
January 10, 2024
Astrobotic's Peregrine lunar lander has "no chance" of a soft landing on the moon after springing a propellant leak in the first few hours of its journey in space, the company said on Tuesday about the first such U.S. attempt in five decades.
2023 hottest year on record as Earth nears critical 1.5C limit: monitor
January 9, 2024
PARIS, France - The year of 2023 was the hottest on record, with the increase in Earth's surface temperature nearly crossing the critical threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius, EU climate monitors said Tuesday.
Amihan to bring cloudy skies over parts of Luzon
January 9, 2024
The Northeast Monsoon is affecting parts of Northern and Central Luzon, while the rest of the country is being affected by the easterlies.
Below average number of tropical cyclones, warmer temperatures expected in 2024 – PAGASA
January 9, 2024
The Philippines will experience below average number of tropical cyclones and warmer temperatures this year in light of the El Niño phenomenon, the state weather bureau PAGASA said Tuesday.
Bottled water contains hundreds of thousands of plastic bits — study
January 9, 2024
Bottled water is up to a hundred times worse than previously thought when it comes to the number of tiny plastic bits it contains, a new study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences said Monday.
Golden Globes viewership on CBS jumps 50% from last year
January 9, 2024
Viewership for Sunday's Golden Globe awards rose 50% from last year with an audience of 9.4 million, broadcaster CBS said on Monday.
Magnitude 6.8 earthquake strikes Indonesia’s Kepulauan Talaud — EMSC
January 9, 2024
An earthquake of magnitude 6.8 struck Indonesia's Kepulauan Talaud on Tuesday, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said.
Magnitude 7.1 quake hits off Sarangani Island, Davao Occidental
January 9, 2024
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake occurs off the coast of southeast Sarangani Island in Davao Occidental early Tuesday morning, the PHIVOLCS reported.
Shear line, Amihan to bring isolated rains over parts of Luzon
January 9, 2024
The shear line will be affecting the eastern section of Southern Luzon while the effects of the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) will be felt in parts of Northern and Central Luzon on Tuesday, PAGASA reported.
Israeli man pleads for his release in latest Gaza hostage video
January 9, 2024
Elad Katzir, an Israeli farmer held hostage in Gaza for over three months, was seen pleading for his freedom in a video posted online by Palestinian group Islamic Jihad on Monday.
Man in Ilocos Norte dies of rabies after cat bite
January 9, 2024
A 51-year-old man in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte died of rabies almost two months after being bitten by a cat, according to a report on "Saksi."
Toll from Liberia tanker inferno rises to 74
January 9, 2024
The death toll from a petrol tanker explosion in central Liberia has risen to 74, the West African nation's chief medical officer said Monday.
Pangalan ng Quiapo, saan nga ba nanggaling?
January 9, 2024
Gaya ng Maynila, sinasabing galing din sa pangalan ng halaman ang pangalan ng Quiapo, na puntahan ng mga deboto ng Itim na Nazareno taun-taon.
Traslacion to draw 2 million devotees
January 9, 2024
Church hopes for peaceful procession President Marcos urged the public to draw inspiration and strength from the Feast of the Black Nazarene, as the country celebrated the occasion Tuesday. “Beyond the extraordinary expressions of reverence that we see on display during this event, the festivities show us the love and sacrifice of Jesus Christ who […]
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Draw strength, inspiration from Nazarene — Marcos
January 9, 2024
President Marcos urged the public to draw inspiration and strength from the Feast of the Black Nazarene, as the country celebrated the occasion Tuesday. “Beyond the extraordinary expressions of reverence that we see on display during this event, the festivities show us the love and sacrifice of Jesus Christ who willingly offered Himself to make […]
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PNP chief sues ex-Army general for ‘coup plot’ video
January 9, 2024
Philippine National Police chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. filed a complaint against a former soldier who used his name and photo to peddle fake information about an alleged plot to oust President Marcos. PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo said Acorda went to the Prosecutor’s Office in Quezon City to file the complaint against retired Army […]
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President, Sara ratings up slightly in Pulse Asia trust, approval poll
January 9, 2024
The trust and approval ratings of President Marcos Jr. saw an increase in December, according to a Pulse Asia survey released Monday. The Dec. 3 to Dec. 7, 2023 poll showed that 68 percent of Filipinos approved of President Marcos’ performance, a three-point rise from his 65 percent rating in September 2023. The survey also […]
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December survey says efforts to tame inflation not enough
January 9, 2024
Majority of Filipinos disapprove of the administration’s efforts to rein in the rising cost of goods and services, noting that inflation remains the most urgent national concern that must be addressed immediately, a Pulse Asia survey showed. Seven in 10 respondents were unhappy with how the government tried to tame inflation, a double-digit increase from […]
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Spain considers nationwide hospital mask rule as flu, COVID-19 hit Europe
January 9, 2024
Spain's government proposed a nationwide mandate for people to wear masks in hospitals and health clinics on Monday, and Italy said respiratory illness infection rates had hit a record, as flu and COVID-19 spread across Europe.
‘Oppenheimer’ tops Golden Globes on bittersweet night for ‘Barbie’
January 9, 2024
“Oppenheimer,” Christopher Nolan’s drama about the inventor of the atomic bomb, topped the Golden Globes on Sunday – but its fellow summer smash hit “Barbie” missed out on best comedy film honors to “Poor Things.” “Oppenheimer” took five prizes including best drama, best director for Nolan, best score, as well as acting trophies for Cillian […]
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Jo Koy’s joke falls flat before Swift
January 9, 2024
Sparks didn’t fly when Filipino-American comedian Jo Koy, hosting the 2024 Golden Globe Awards, cracked a joke involving American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift and her high-profile relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce. Sitting stoic beside actress Keleigh Sperry, Taylor remained unmoved as Koy referenced the constant camera cuts toward her during Kelce’s games. “The big difference […]
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Widodo arriving in PH for 3-day visit
January 9, 2024
Indonesian President Joko Widodo will arrive in the country today (Jan. 9) for a three-day official visit. He will have a meeting with President Marcos on Wednesday at the Palace, the Department of Foreign Affairs said. In previous engagements, Mr. Marcos and Widodo discussed the case of Filipina Mary Jane Veloso, who is still on […]
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Oil firms hike prices by P0.10/l
January 9, 2024
Oil firms increased the price of all products – gasoline, diesel and kerosene – by P0.10 per liter effective 6 a.m. today (Tuesday) to reflect the movement of oil prices in the world market. Seaoil Philippines, PetroGazz, Chevron Philippines, Jetti Petroleum, Cleanfuel and PTT Philippines issued separate advisories of the oil price increases. The oil […]
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Lawmakers file resos to probe Panay blackout
January 9, 2024
Senator Risa Hontiveros on Monday filed a resolution seeking an “extensive” inquiry into the recent blackouts in Western Visayas that plunged Panay and Guimaras into darkness for days, and reports that the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) failed to take action to prevent the system-wide power shutdown. In the House, Senior Deputy Majority […]
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Mayor Vico tells operator of ‘paluwagan scam’ to face investors
January 9, 2024
Pasig Mayor Vico Sotto has asked the owner and operator of the alleged "paluwagan scam" based in his city to come out and face the investors seeking the return of their money.
Private US lunar lander hits technical problems on way to Moon
January 9, 2024
For the first time in five decades, an American lander is bound for the Moon following a successful launch--but the historic mission led by private industry is experiencing a technical issue that could derail it.
Nazareno 2024: Faith in the New Generation
January 8, 2024
It"s not often you see the younger generation openly professing their devotion to religious icons such as the Black Nazarene, but there are a lot more of them than we think.
P121-M Megalotto 6/45 jackpot, bibiyakin sa 2 mananaya
January 8, 2024
Maghahati sa P121 milyong jackpot prize ang dalawang mananaya na natumbok ang winning combination sa Megalotto 6/45 draw nitong Lunes, Enero 8, 2024.
Other cities across Philippines prepare for Traslacion
January 8, 2024
The largest and most well-known gathering for the Feast of the Black Nazarene will take place in Manila, but other parts of the country are also holding their own major processions, or Traslacion, on Tuesday.
WHO axes medical aid delivery to north Gaza in absence of security guarantees
January 8, 2024
The World Health Organization (WHO) said it had been compelled to cancel a mission to bring medical supplies to northern Gaza on Sunday after failing to receive security guarantees.
Bata, tinubuan ng braso at kamay sa likod
January 8, 2024
Humihingi ng tulong ang isang ina para maipatanggal ang tumubong braso at kamay sa likod ng kaniyang anak upang makapamuhay nang normal ang bata.
Biden not considering firing Pentagon chief Austin, White House official says
January 8, 2024
US President Joe Biden is not considering firing Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin over the Pentagon chief's failure to disclose a hospitalization for days, a White House official said on Monday.
2 win P121-M Megalotto 6/45 jackpot
January 8, 2024
Two lucky bettors will share the P121,816,502.402 jackpot prize of the Megalotto 6/45 draw of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO).