Trough of LPA, Amihan affect parts of PH
October 28, 2023
The Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) is affecting Northern Luzon and the eastern section of Central Luzon, according to the state weather bureau PAGASA on Saturday afternoon.
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POGO hub in Pasay raided over alleged sex trafficking, various scams
October 28, 2023
Authorities on Friday raided a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub in Pasay City following reports of illegal activities, including sex trafficking, love and crypto scams.
Spooky Netflix picks for Halloween season
October 28, 2023
Embrace the spooky season with a thrilling Netflix lineup. Check out our Halloween movie list for a spine-tingling experience. Incantation (2022) This Chinese found-footage folk horror film follows a woman’s quest to break a curse she placed on her daughter. It’s a visually stunning, suspenseful, and genuinely scary movie. Us (2019) A psychological mystery where […]
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Taylor Swift is now a billionaire –report
October 28, 2023
Taylor Swift"s net worth reportedly passed $1 billion following her record-breaking Eras tour.
Michelle Dee says she’s waiting for Gabbi Garcia to join Miss Universe Philippines
October 28, 2023
Looks like Michelle Dee can easily see a crown on Gabbi Garcia's head!
Lady Blazers tame Golden Tigresses, force rubber match
October 28, 2023
NCAA champion College of St. Benilde turned back the University of Santo Tomas, 25-22, 23-25, 18-25, 25-23, 15-11, to force a rubber match in the Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Collegiate Pre-Season Championship quarterfinals on Saturday at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum in Manila. Handicapped by a twice-to-win disadvantage as the third seed, the Lady Blazers flaunted […]
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Rookie, Sawat deliver as UE halts 5-game slide with win over UST
October 28, 2023
By NIKOLE JAVIER Captain Abdul Sawat and rookie Precious Momowei led the way as University of the East ended a 5-game losing run with an 86-73 demolition of University of Santo Tomas in the second round of the UAAP Season 86 men’s ...
Gloc-9, Ramdiss, and Hero drop newest single ‘Umaga’
October 28, 2023
Gloc-9, Ramdiss, and Hero have joined forces for a new song called "Umaga."
Voters urge BSKE candidates to prioritize healthcare, environment
October 28, 2023
Filipino voters want to see healthcare and environmental projects, such as free medicines and sewerage clean-up, in the priorities of candidates running for the barangay and youth council elections.
Wife of BSKE candidate in Oriental Mindoro shot dead
October 28, 2023
The wife of a barangay chairman candidate in Baco, Oriental Mindoro was shot dead on Saturday morning.
BFP deploys 1,000 personnel for Undas 2023
October 28, 2023
The Bureau of Fire Protection sent around 1,000 of its personnel to 66 cemeteries in Metro Manila to ensure the safety of the public during the observance of Undas.
Omandac sizzles as Pirates ambush Generals
October 28, 2023
By MARK REY MONTEJO Jearlan Omandac delivered huge in the absence of skipper Enoch Valdez as Lyceum got back at Emilio Aguinaldo College, 81-78, in the NCAA Season 99 men’s basketball tournament at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San J...
Converge improves ESG risk score, now ‘low risk’ in recent Sustainalytics report
October 28, 2023
Fiber broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) has earned an upgraded Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) risk rating, and is now classified as ‘low risk,’ based on the recent assessment by ESG and corporate governance analytics firm Sustainalytics. The company improved its overall ESG risk score to 19.6 or ‘low risk,’ […]
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2 missing Filipino fishermen rescued in WPS
October 28, 2023
Two Filipino fishermen who have been reported missing since were rescued by the Philippine Coast Guard.
Sharon Cuneta after reunion concert with Gabby Concepcion: ‘We felt so loved’
October 28, 2023
Sharon Cuneta is still on a high following her reunion concert with Gabby Concepcion.
QC government to host ‘Future of Work Conference’ in November
October 28, 2023
To prepare business establishments for the future of work, the Quezon City government will be holding the “Innovate.Adapt.Thrive: The Quezon City Future of Work Conference 2023” on November 13 and 14, 2023 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Ortigas, Quezon City. The two-day conference will communicate relevant knowledge and best practices in creating safe, inclusive, […]
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Boy Abunda, hindi na takot malaos: ‘Nothing lasts forever”
October 28, 2023
Inihayag ni Tito Boy Abunda na dati siyang takot na malaos, at ikinuwento kung paano niya ito hinarap.
Filipinas, Matildas clash in Olympic Qualifiers
October 28, 2023
By NIKOLE JAVIER The Philippine women’s national football team faces a rough sailing when it collides with Sam Kerr-led Australia in the second round of the AFC Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament on Sunday, Oct. 29. The world N...
MMDA bares plan for elevated bike lanes along EDSA
October 28, 2023
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is planning to build elevated bicycle lanes along Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (EDSA) in a bid to promote active transport and ensure the safety of cyclists.
BOC distributes ‘abandoned” balikayan boxes to 68 claimants
October 28, 2023
The BOC on has distributed 87 “abandoned” balikbayan boxes at a warehouse in Sta. Ana, Manila to their intended claimants.
New Cotabato City public transport routes being studied
October 28, 2023
The Bangsamoro transportation and communications ministry and the local communities are now together trying to chart new routes for public vehicles here and overland arterial networks connecting the city to towns around.
Chess adds 5 more golds for Philippines in Asian Para Games
October 28, 2023
Para chess athletes on Saturday added five more gold medals to the Philippines' haul in the 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China.
‘The Cheating Game’ becomes the top movie on Netflix Philippines upon release
October 28, 2023
“The Cheating Game” has become the top movie on Netflix Philippines within 24 hours of its release on the streaming platform.
Comelec files case vs alleged vote-buying facilitator
October 28, 2023
The Navotas City Commission on Elections on Saturday filed charges against a suspect who was allegedly facilitating vote-buying in Barangay Longos, Malabon City on Thursday.
Comelec warns candidates vs vote-buying on last day of BSKE campaign
October 28, 2023
The Commission on Elections issued a warning to candidates, telling them not to engage in vote-buying on the final day of campaign for the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections.
1,000 BFP personnel to be deployed in NCR for Undas
October 28, 2023
The Bureau of Fire Protection-National Capital Region is on full alert on Undas.
‘It’s Showtime’ returns on air after 12-day suspension
October 28, 2023
“We"re back!” This was what Vice Ganda said after “It"s Showtime"s” opening segment upon its return.
Fire kills at least 16 at ArcelorMittal mine in Kazakhstan
October 28, 2023
At least 16 people have died in a mine fire in Kazakhstan, ArcelorMittal Temirtau, the local unit of the Luxembourg-based steelmaker which operates the mine, said on Saturday.
South Korea, US troops hold drills with drones, laser sensors
October 28, 2023
South Korean and US troops held joint future combat drills involving drones, an unmanned vehicle and wearable laser sensors this week as part of efforts to modernize their militaries, Seoul's army said on Saturday.
Celtics outlast Heat; Wemby gets first NBA win
October 28, 2023
Warriors 122, Kings 114 Magic 102, Blazers 97 Jazz 120, Clippers 118 Mavericks 125, Nets 120 Spurs 126, Rockets 122 (OT) Bulls 104, Raptors 103 (OT) Thunder 108, Cavaliers 105 Celtics 119, Heat 111 Knicks 1236, Hawks 120 Nuggets 108, Grizzlies 104 Pist...
35-foot-tall Christmas tree lighting highlights Cauayan City’s festive spirit
October 28, 2023
By Rosenda Alluad CAUAYAN CITY — The 35-foot Christmas tree and giant toys and decorations were formally lighted here, which marked the festive spirit at the tree-adorned and environment-friendly open Green Park at SM Cauayan mall on October 27 at 7 p.m. The newly launched holiday centerpiece features giant red-and-gold Christmas balls, toys, Santa Claus […]
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Army dominates ROTC Games National Championships
October 28, 2023
Philippine Army dominated the 2023 ROTC Games National Championships after scooping 19 gold medals with two events left on Saturday. Army banked on its athletes in arnis after reaping seven gold medals courtesy of Rizal Technological University bets Maria LG Mae Ballester, Lolito Bacor Jr., Villamiel Tiongson, Febie Tacda, Kyla Dela Torre and Joana Dela […]
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Army dominates ROTC Games National Championships
October 28, 2023
Philippine Army dominated the 2023 ROTC Games National Championships after scooping 19 gold medals with two events left on Saturday, Oct. 28. Army struck hardest in arnis after reaping seven gold medals courtesy of Rizal Technological University bets M...
Voters dismiss fiesta-like campaigning barangay polls as ineffective, annoying
October 28, 2023
It is the campaign season for the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections or BSKE.
Brodeths all primed for PPS Dumaguete romp
October 28, 2023
Siblings Kimi and Kenzo Brodeth look to extend their domination of the PPS-PEPP junior tennis circuit to Dumaguete as they go for another pair of “doubles” in the Gov. Manuel Sagarbarria National Junior Tennis Championships beginning Tuesday (Oct. 31) at the Praxevilla courts. The Brodeths swept the two-leg swing in Cebu early in the month […]
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Petal Ads showcases cutting-edge mobile advertising platform at IMMAP DigiCon 2023: DIGIMAX Summit
October 28, 2023
Petal Ads, a leading provider of mobile advertising solutions, participated in the recent IMMAP DigiCon 2023: DIGIMAX Summit, one of the largest gatherings for the local digital marketing industry in the Philippines. It was held last October 18 to 20, at the Marriot Grand Ballroom in Pasay City. Petal Ads is revolutionizing the mobile advertising […]
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Kings cautious not to compare new import Bishop to Brownlee
October 28, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON Barangay Ginebra is wary of its own expectations of new import Tony Bishop especially that the Kings have been used to playing with Justin Brownlee. The defending Commissioner’s Cup champions have tapped the ser...
Fire breaks out at 2 Mindanao schools to be used as BSKE precincts
October 28, 2023
Fire broke out at two elementary schools in Mindanao which were to be used as polling precincts for the 2023 barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE), the Commission on Elections (Comelec) reported Saturday.