PBA: Ginebra leans on defense in comeback act vs. Blackwater
November 26, 2023
Barangay Ginebra San Miguel flaunted its defense down the stretch as the defending champion gutted out a hard-fought 90-87 escape against Blackwater.
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BSP seen keeping rates unchanged in December
November 26, 2023
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) may consider pausing again in its last policy meeting for the year, especially if inflation decelerates further and the peso remains stable, an economist said over the weekend. Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. chief economist Michael Ricafort said in a report the BSP could also match the next Federal Reserve […]
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Electronics exports expected to fall 10% in 2023
November 26, 2023
The Philippine semiconductor and electronics industry expects a 9-percent to 10-percent contraction in export receipts this year as exporters continue to grapple with global headwinds and supply issues. The Semiconductor and Electronics Industry of the Philippines Foundation Inc. (SEIPI) said during a board meeting Friday the decline was quite pronounced in September, where year-on-year electronics […]
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Warner Bros., local company team up to revive PH film market
November 26, 2023
Warner Bros. Pictures signed an exclusive partnership with a local film company to reawaken the Philippine movie industry. The Hollywood film studio signed an agreement with Filipino firm Mentorque Productions over the weekend to handle the theatrical distribution of horror movie Mallari, its first local mainstream film distribution. “This is the first mainstream Filipino movie […]
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UN report urges bold climate action
November 26, 2023
With global temperatures soaring and greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) reaching unprecedented levels, dramatic action is needed to steer the world away from runaway climate change and align it to the objectives of the Paris Agreement, a major UN report has found. The 2023 Emissions Gap Report, released last week by the UN Environment Program (UNEP), […]
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Hopes upon treaty to curb plastic pollution
November 26, 2023
The world needs a “strong, ambitious and just” treaty to cut down on the mass-produced plastics which are helping fuel the climate crisis. Millions of tons of plastic end up in landfills, rivers and the ocean every year with the potential to enter the food chain, damaging human health and the environment. Ever since the […]
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COP28 puts agri-food systems in climate focus
November 26, 2023
Rome―As the world gears up for the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, or COP28, in a year with soaring temperatures and progressive extreme weather events, attention is turning towards innovative solutions to address the climate crisis. The scientists from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) said it earlier this year the effective solutions […]
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DENR eyeing better R&D on regenerative economy
November 26, 2023
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is seeking improvements in research and development concerning the circular economy. The DENR’s Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau (ERDB) made the initiative on the back of increasing action towards sustainability in the government and the private sector and rising consciousness to reuse and regenerate materials or products. […]
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Light rain, cloudy skies expected over north, Central Luzon
November 26, 2023
Northern and Central Luzon would be under the influence of the Northeast Monsoon, weather service PAGASA predicted in a Sunday afternoon forecast.
Meralco spoils Hollis-Jefferson’s 47, ends TNT’s two-game win streak
November 26, 2023
Suleiman Braimoh Jr. powers his way to 37 points as Meralco puts to waste a 47-point outing from TNT import Rondae Hollis-Jefferson
Djokovic: ‘I take responsibility’ for Serbia’s Davis Cup defeat
November 26, 2023
Novak Djokovic said he accepts responsibility for Serbia's Davis Cup semifinal defeat to Italy on Saturday after failing to convert three match points against Jannik Sinner.
The world number one had his Italian counterpart on the ropes in the se...
‘Proud’ Sinner twice beats Djokovic to send Italy into Davis Cup final
November 26, 2023
A "proud" Jannik Sinner beat world number one Novak Djokovic twice in one day to send Italy into the Davis Cup final with a 2-1 win over Serbia on Saturday in Malaga.
Italy, who won the trophy for the first and only time in 1976, will face 28-ti...
NCAA: Rensy Bajar opens up as Letran’s four-peat dream turns into ‘Knight-mare’
November 26, 2023
Expectations were high when Rensy Bajar took over the coaching mantle for Colegio de San Juan de Letran, a powerhouse team that was seeking to achieve a rare four-peat in the NCAA.
PBA: Meralco pulls away late to snap TNT streak
November 26, 2023
The Meralco Bolts pulled away late in the payoff period to take down surging TNT, 109-95, and regain its winning ways in the 2023 PBA Commissioner's Cup on Sunday at the Philsports Arena.
Michelle Dee ‘feels like a winner’ after warm welcome in the Philippines
November 26, 2023
Michelle Dee is overwhelmed with joy and gratitude after coming home to a hero's welcome in the Philippines last Saturday, Nov. 25, a week after representing the country in Miss Universe 2023.
Dee thanked her supporters for "making [her] feel li...
Anjo Yllana not on speaking terms with brother Jomari Yllana
November 26, 2023
Anjo Yllana revealed that he's still not on speaking terms with his brother Jomari Yllana, although he clarified that he's happy for the latter's marriage to Abby Viduya in Las Vegas.
During an interview with ex sister-in-law Aiko Melendez on Yo...
F1: Verstappen shrugs off problems to claim 12th pole of season
November 26, 2023
Max Verstappen made light of earlier set-up problems on Saturday by blitzing to pole position for Red Bull in an eventful qualifying session for this weekend's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
The three-time world champion clocked a best lap in one minute ...
Scientists probe climate change’s role in new pest infestation in PH rice fields
November 26, 2023
Farmers, researchers, and government officials are racing to know more about the invasive worm, as the El Niño phenomenon and the overall warmer climate provide favorable conditions to increase its spread.
PBA: Meralco tops TNT, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson scores 47 in loss
November 26, 2023
MANILA, Philippines--Meralco played with sustained brilliance on Sunday afternoon to pound TNT, 109-95, in the PBA Commissioner's Cup at Philsports Arena in Pasig City.
The Bolts drew 35 points from import Suleiman Braimoh Jr., 18 from the retur...
NCAA: Scottie Thompson sees bright future for Perpetual
November 26, 2023
Even Scottie Thompson has high hopes for University of Perpetual Help System DALTA in the NCAA.
Released Filipino hostage to receive full benefits from Israeli gov’t
November 26, 2023
Gelienor "Jimmy" Pacheco (center) greets Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen (right) on Sunday, November 26, 2023. Jimmy was taken hostage by Hamas on October 7 and was released on Saturday. (Photo from Philippine Embassy in Israel).
MANILA, Phi...
De Lima urges probe of former Justice chiefs after CA ruling
November 26, 2023
De Lima secured another legal victory as the CA reversed the Ombudsman's dismissal of her complaints against Aguirre and Guevarra over the government’s use of convicted criminals as state witnesses.
Katie Taylor becomes two-weight undisputed champion
November 26, 2023
DUBLIN --- Katie Taylor avenged her only professional loss by beating Chantelle Cameron in a majority decision on Saturday night to become a two-weight undisputed champion.
The Irishwoman improved to 23-1 after the judges scored the bout 98-92, ...
Reyson returns as Pampanga trips Bacoor at home in MPBL final opener
November 26, 2023
Kurt Reyson shoots the lights out in his MPBL return as Pampanga claims a 1-0 lead over Bacoor City in the best-of-five championship series
David Benavidez wants Canelo Alvarez next after dominant win
November 26, 2023
LAS VEGAS --- David Benavidez retained the interim world super middleweight belt by stopping Demetrius Andrade after the sixth round Saturday night.
In what was billed as clash of styles that could go the distance between unbeaten 168-pounders, ...
Ailing pope to recite Sunday prayer from residence, not St. Peter’s square
November 26, 2023
ROME -- Pope Francis will recite his weekly Angelus prayer on Sunday from the chapel of his Vatican residence instead of the usual venue overlooking St. Peter's Square, the Vatican said in a statement.
Francis went to a hospital in Rom...
Israeli forces kill seven Palestinians in West Bank, officials say
November 26, 2023
JENIN, West Bank -- Israeli forces killed seven Palestinians, including two minors and at least one gunman, in the occupied West Bank late on Saturday and early Sunday, medics and local sources said.
Five of the deaths occurred in the ...
Speaker commends APPF delegates for accomplishing primary objective
November 26, 2023
MANILA, Philippines --- House Speaker Martin Romualdez has commended his fellow parliamentarians for achieving their "primary objective" to implement initiatives to attain peace and support sustainable economic growth during the Asia-Pacific Parlia...
Rico Blanco bids farewell to Rakrakan Festival
November 26, 2023
Rico Blanco enjoyed the Rakrakan Festival's historic grand finale.
Gladys Reyes, Christopher Roxas anchor 30-year marriage on faith, respect, patience
November 26, 2023
Gladys Reyes said separation is not an option for her and Christopher Roxas.
China ministry seeks more fever clinics to combat respiratory illness surge
November 26, 2023
BEIJING -- China's health ministry on Sunday urged local authorities to increase the number of fever clinics as the country grapples with a surge in respiratory illnesses in its first full winter since easing COVID-19 restrictions.
The...
Filipino hostage freed by Hamas to receive Israeli gov’t support
November 26, 2023
Jimmy Pacheco, a caregiver working in Israel, was among the hostages released to the Red Cross in war-torn Gaza by Hamas Friday, according to Qatar, which mediated the deal.
LTO-NCR apprehends 724 motorists for various offenses in 9 days
November 26, 2023
MANILA, Philippines -- There were 724 motorists apprehended for violating different traffic laws in recent operations conducted from November 8 to 17, the Land Transportation Office-National Capital Region (LTO-NCR) reported on Sunday.
LTO Regio...
Palestinians in Gaza use truce to pick through rubble of homes
November 26, 2023
GAZA -- After seven weeks of bombardment stopped in Gaza for a truce, Tahani al-Najjar used the calm on Saturday to return to the ruins of her home, smashed by an Israeli air strike that she said killed seven of her family and f...
NBA: High-scoring Hawks dump Wizards
November 26, 2023
WASHINGTON --- Trae Young had 26 points and 10 assists and the Atlanta Hawks handed the Washington Wizards their ninth consecutive loss, 136-108 on Saturday night.
Atlanta had lost three of four entering this game, but the Hawks had no trouble w...
Death toll from flooding in Somalia climbs to nearly 100
November 26, 2023
MOGADISHU -- The number of people killed by floods from heavy rains in Somalia has climbed to 96, state news agency SONNA said on Saturday.
"Somalia's flood death toll climbs to 96," SONNA said in a post on X, formerly Twitter, adding ...
Sinner ends Djokovic win streak to send Italy into Davis Cup final
November 26, 2023
Italy's Jannik Sinner halts the 21-match win streak of Serbia's Novak Djokovic and becomes the first player to beat the 24-time Grand Slam champion twice in singles in the same season since 2019
NBA: Jazz use big 4th quarter to rally past Pelicans
November 26, 2023
SALT LAKE CITY --- Collin Sexton and a ragtag group for the Utah Jazz turned it on down the stretch.
Sexton scored 10 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter in Utah's 105-100 comeback victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night.
T...