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Horn of Africa floods displace more than two million

December 4, 2023

Mogadishu, Somalia – More than two million people across the Horn of Africa have been forced from their homes by torrential rains and floods, according to an AFP tally compiled Thursday from government and UN figures. Almost 300 people have also lost their lives in Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia as the region grapples with its […]
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Pacers, Celtics duel in NBA’s first in-season tourney knockout game

December 4, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

The Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers vie for the distinction of being the first semifinalist in the NBA in-season tournament when they duel Monday night in Indianapolis.

Magnitude 6.8 earthquake hits Surigao del Sur

December 4, 2023

GMA News Online / SciTech

A magnitude 6.8 earthquake was reported off the coast of Cagwait, Surigao del Sur early Monday morning, PHIVOLCS said.

Bomb blast kills 4 during mass

December 4, 2023

Nash B. Maulana & Vince Lopez

PNP on full alert status after Marawiexplosion, NCR on heightened alert Cotabato City—Four persons were confirmed dead in a bomb blast during a Sunday Mass service held inside the Mindanao State University gymnasium in Marawi City, an attack President Marcos blamed on “foreign terrorists.” The Philippine National Police put Mindanao on full alert status while […]
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Marcos: Foreign terrorists behind deadly Marawi bomb attack

December 4, 2023

Rey E. Requejo, Rio N. Araja, Vince Lopez & Macon Ramos-Araneta

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sunday called for calm in the wake of a bomb attack, blaming “foreign terrorists” for the explosion that left four dead and scores more injured at a gymnasium inside the Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City, where people were hearing Mass. “As reports come in throughout the day, I […]
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2 dead as magnitude 7.4 quake hits Mindanao

December 4, 2023

Vince Lopez & Rio N. Araja

At least two people were killed and several were injured after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur late Saturday and triggered tsunami warnings that were later lifted. The powerful quake struck off the coast of Mindanao at a depth of 32 kilometres and was followed by four major aftershocks of magnitudes exceeding […]
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De Lima: Confidential funds financed Davao Death Squad

December 4, 2023

Manila Standard

Former Senator Leila de Lima said confidential funds of the Davao City local government were used to bankroll the so-called Davao Death Squad. She said the bloody anti-drug campaign of former President Rodrigo Duterte was a replication of the DDS killings that the Commission on Human Rights extensively investigated more than a decade ago. “Yes […]
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135 Chinese vessels swarm WPS reef

December 4, 2023

The Philippines said Sunday more than 135 Chinese vessels were “swarming” a reef off its coast, describing the boats’ growing presence as “alarming.” The Chinese boats were “dispersed and scattered” within the boomerang-shaped Julian Felipe Reef, around 320 kilometers (200 miles) west of Palawan Island, the coast guard said. Julian Felipe Reef is more than […]
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‘Source of SMNI false news may face sanctions’

December 4, 2023

Macon Ramos-Araneta

Disciplinary action would be initiated against the source who leaked misleading information about the travel expenses of the House of Representatives if it is proven to be an employee of the Upper Chamber, Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri said on Sunday. Sonshine Media Network International host Jeffrey Celiz made the allegation that Speaker Martin Romualdez […]
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120 nations rally behind renewables at COP28

December 4, 2023

Nearly 120 nations pledged to triple the world’s renewable energy within seven years at UN climate talks as the United States pushed to crank up nuclear capacity and slash methane emissions. With smoggy skies in Dubai highlighting the challenges facing the world, leaders at the COP28 conference threw their support behind voluntary pledges aimed at […]
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Dante Basco, Paolo Montalban on H’wood representation, working with KC Concepcion

December 4, 2023

KC is a real-life Disney princess," said Filipino-American actor Paolo Montalban as a way to describe KC Concepcion, his leading lady in the Hollywood indie movie "Asian Persuasion."

"On camera, have you seen her skin? She's flawless. But I thin...

President Marcos study of Philippines rejoining ICC backed

December 4, 2023

Cecille Suerte Felipe

Five years after the country’s withdrawal during the previous administration, Sen. Francis Escudero supported the decision of President Marcos to thoroughly study calls for the Philippines to rejoin the International Criminal Court.

‘Philippines striking balance between development, climate crisis’

December 4, 2023

The Philippines is striking a balance between achieving development and addressing the worsening climate crisis, Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga said as the country has yet to make a commitment to move to a net zero emissions economy.

Increase benefit packages, PhilHealth urged

December 4, 2023

A lawmaker wants the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) to expand its benefit packages as a Christmas gift to Filipinos.

Leila seeks probe on hitman’s claim vs Rody

December 4, 2023

The claim of self-confessed hitman Arturo Lascañas that former president Rodrigo Duterte is the “lord of all drug lords” in Mindanao warrants serious and immediate investigation, according to former senator Leila de Lima.

Terrorists eyed in MSU bombing

December 4, 2023

Mark Ernest Villeza

Authorities are eyeing the involvement of a terrorist group in the explosion that killed four people and left 45 injured during a Catholic mass inside the Mindanao State University (MSU) gymnasium in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur yesterday morning.

Magnitude 7.4 quake rocks Surigao del Sur; 1 dead

December 4, 2023

A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake jolted Surigao del Sur at 10:37 p.m. on Saturday, Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology director Teresito Bacolcol said, expecting damage to infrastructure.

‘Prices of rice, eggs in upward trend’

December 4, 2023

The upward trend in retail prices of eggs and rice continues as the cost of other farm products, particularly vegetables, chicken and pork remains stable amid the increase in the demand this holiday season, Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura chairman R...

International community condemns Marawi bombing

December 4, 2023

The US, Canada, European Union, France and Japan condemned the bombing incident that killed four people and left 45 injured during a Catholic mass gathering inside the Mindanao State University (MSU) gymnasium in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur yesterday mo...

Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo, PH lifters aim to bolster Olympic bids in Doha tilt

December 3, 2023

MANILA, Philippines--Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo has two more tournaments left in her bid for an unprecedented fifth straight Olympic Games.

The Tokyo Olympics gold medalist should maintain her status at the International Weightlifting Federation Grand...

Scottie Thompson sidelined for 2-3 weeks with swollen knee

December 3, 2023

Scottie Thompson is set to miss 2-3 weeks of Ginebra’s PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup campaign due to a swollen left knee. Head coach Tim Cone bared as much after the Kings played without the former PBA MVP in their 110-99 victory over Terrafirma on Sunday night. Thompson joined the team at the Philsports Arena […]
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M5: Blacklist kicks off world title reclamation bid with rout of RRQ Akira

December 3, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

Blacklist International proved it is still a force to be reckoned with as it asserted dominance over Brazil's RRQ Akira with a clean 2-0 win to open its campaign in the M5 World Championship on Sunday at the EVM Convention Center.

UAAP Finals: UP optimistic after dropping Game 2 anew

December 3, 2023

MANILA, Philippines---The streak continues for University of the Philippines, which is now 0-4 in Finals Game 2s in the Final Four era.

The Fighting Maroons on Sunday failed to close out the Green Archers, who forced a rubber match fol...

M5: Blacklist emerges victorious in debut match against RRQ Akira

December 3, 2023

Despite parading three M-series rookies, Blacklist International scored a dominant 2-0 sweep of RRQ Akira to open their M5 World Championship campaign on Sunday at the EVM Convention Center in Quezon City. This is Blacklist’s third-straight M-series appearance and the first-time without the popular V33Wise duo. Edward (Edith) opened the series in style as he […]
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More Than Basketball: LA Tenorio hopes to inspire after triumph over cancer

December 3, 2023

LA Tenorio hopes to have inspired others following his much-awaited PBA return on Sunday night after several months of battling and beating cancer. The 39-year-old played his first game back when Ginebra took on Terrafirma and offered that coming back wasn’t totally about basketball, but to show as well that anyone going through the same […]
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Spikers Turf: NU-Sta Elena repulses Navy, completes semis cast

December 3, 2023

Tiebreaker Times

Sta. Elena-National U emerged on top in a thrilling battle of power and nerves in the third set, then wore down Navy in the fourth to secure a 25-23, 22-25, 28-26, 25-17 victory, completing the semifinal cast in the Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference at the Paco Arena in Manila on Sunday night. The Pool A […]
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UAAP: Kevin Quiambao bounces back in Game 2 after ‘ineffective’ finals opener

December 3, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- Despite being crowned as the first local Most Valuable Player in the UAAP in eight years, La Salle star Kevin Quiambao made sure to keep his focus on their goal to keep their title bid alive.

Quiambao received his Season ...

New book reignites British royal race row

December 3, 2023

LONDON --- Almost three years after Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's interview with Oprah Winfrey sent shockwaves through the British monarchy, their most sensational claim which provoked a royal race row has been reignited by a new book.

In t...

UST Salinggawi rues penalty-hit performance but still happy with third place

December 3, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- University of Santo Tomas Salinggawi Dance Troupe would have won second place if not for its 15-point deduction and penalty in the UAAP Season 86 Cheerdance Competition on Saturday at Mall of Asia Arena.

But winning the b...

Ef Escandor not letting Game 2 performance get in way of championship aspirations

December 3, 2023

Lorenzo del Carmen

When the De La Salle University faithful hoped and prayed for a hero before Game Two of the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Tournament finals, they probably did not expect Francis Escandor to rise to the occasion and lead the Green Archers to victory. Escado dropped 14 points behind 4-of-5 shooting from deep as La […]
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UAAP Finals: Evan Nelle finds ways to help La Salle win despite shooting woes

December 3, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- Evan Nelle may have struggled from the field but his playmaking and defensive effort made a huge impact in La Salle's Game 2 win over University of the Philippines in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball Finals on Sunday.

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La Salle practices got heated trying to emulate UP’s physicality, bares Joshua David

December 3, 2023

Lorenzo del Carmen

De La Salle University basically got manhandled in Game One of the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Finals by University of the Philippines. They got out-rebounded, out-hustled, and, even, out-witted by the Fighting Maroons en route to the most lopsided Finals game in the Final Four era. To match UP’s physicality, La Salle had to […]
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PBA: Ginebra welcomes back LA Tenorio with win over skidding Terrafirma

December 3, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

Barangay Ginebra didn't disappoint in LA Tenorio's much-awaited return as the defending champion eked out a 110-99 victory against Terrafirma on Sunday in the 2023 PBA Commissioner's Cup at the Philsports Arena.

CAAP: No airport damaged by 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Mindanao

December 3, 2023

MANILA, Philippines ---The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) said on Sunday that there was no damage to the airports that it operates in Mindanao following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake that hit off the coast of Hinatuan in Surigao de...

PBA: LA Tenorio returns, Ginebra routs Terrafirma

December 3, 2023

MANILA, Philippines--Barangay Ginebra on Sunday night pulled out the stops and hit the necessary shots to roll past Terrafirma, 110-99, in the PBA Commissioner's Cup at Philsports Arena in Pasig City.

The defending champions got the goods from T...

UAAP Finals: ‘Pissed off’ La Salle gives UP dose of own medicine

December 3, 2023

MANILA, Philippines---The moment La Salle returned to practice following a Game 1 beating at the hands of University of the Philippines last Wednesday, coach Topex Robinson knew Game 2 would see a different Green Archers side.

"Having 16 pissed ...

Topex never lost faith in Nelle despite rough shooting: ‘Evan is one of our leaders’

December 3, 2023

Justin Valencia

Evan Nelle had a bad shooting night in Game 2 of the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Finals but that did not mean that he had a bad game. The graduating senior was a woeful 2-of-12 from the field, missing his first 10 shots, to tally just four points. However, he still managed to put […]
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No excuses from Gold after blowout Game 2: ‘We’re gonna look inside us’

December 3, 2023

After being on the positive end of the most lopsided finals victory in UAAP Finals history in the Final Four era, Iskos and Iskas flocked to the SMART Araneta Coliseum in droves, expecting the Fighting Maroons to seal another championship for Diliman. However, those fans were dealt the wrong end of another blowout as a […]
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