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Tagle urges families to reflect on patience and love this Christmas

December 28, 2025

MANILA, Philippines — Highlighting that the Holy Family lived an ordinary life filled with trials, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle invited families to reflect on their own journeys of patience, service, and love as Christmas and New Year celebrations conti...

2026 budget bill bars pols from cash aid payouts–Suansing

December 28, 2025

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The General Appropriations Bill (GAB), which sets the P6.793-trillion national budget for 2026, contains a special provision prohibiting politicians from taking part in the distribution of any form of financial assistance, House Committee on Appropriat...

Small craft, fisherfolk told to avoid drop zones of debris from China’s Long March 7A

December 28, 2025

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The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Sunday issued temporary maritime restrictions ahead of China"s launch of the Long March 7A rocket from Wenchang, Hainan on Wednesday, December 31. In an advisory, the PCG"s Coast Guard District Northeastern Luzon (CG...

PBA: Stephen Holt delivers game-winner as Ginebra heads to semifinals

December 28, 2025

MANILA, Philippines—Barangay Ginebra outlasted Converge in overtime, 99-98, in the PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals courtesy of a game-winner from Stephen Holt. After trying to get into the driver’s seat for most of the game, the Gin Kings tasted the m...

Fire hits residential area in Quezon City on Sunday night

December 28, 2025

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A fire broke out at a residential area in Barangay Commonwealth, Quezon City on Sunday evening. According to Olan Bola"s report on Super Radyo dzBB, the fire hit houses on San Pascual Street in Barangay Commonwealth.

Bayan slams ‘corruption-free’ claim on 2026 national budget

December 28, 2025

MANILA, Philippines — “The claim of a corruption-free budget is the most explosive lie that will greet the new year.” These were the words used by Bagong Alyansang Makabayan Secretary General Mong Palatino as he reacted to the signing of the bicameral ...

No Filipinos hurt in strong quake off Taiwan – DMW

December 28, 2025

MANILA, Philippines — No Filipinos were injured or adversely affected by the powerful quake that struck off Taiwan’s northeastern coast, according to Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Cacdac. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday evening, Cacdac sai...

PCSO: No winners in 6/49, 6/58 lotto draws on Sunday, Dec. 28

December 28, 2025

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No lucky bettors won the jackpot prizes in the major lotto games of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) on Sunday, December 28.

Stephen Holt saves the day, sends Ginebra to PBA PH Cup semis

December 28, 2025

Stephen Holt pulled off arguably the biggest play of his career as Ginebra escaped Converge in overtime, 99-98, to move on to the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup semifinals at the SMART Araneta Coliseum on Sunday night. The seasoned playmaker knocked down a booming trifecta a la Justin Brownlee at the final buzzer, saving the […]
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PBA: Stephen Holt hits game-winning triple vs Converge as Barangay Ginebra reaches semis

December 28, 2025

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Stephen Holt"s Never Say Die spirit was on full display Sunday as Barangay Ginebra squeaked past Converge, 99-98, in overtime of their do-or-die PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals.

Fire hits residential area along Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City

December 28, 2025

MANILA, Philippines — A fire broke out in a residential area along Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City on Sunday evening, according to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP). In a report, fire authorities said the blaze occurred at Riverside Extension on S...

Tepid early turnout in Myanmar election as junta touts stability

December 28, 2025

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Under the shadow of civil war and questions over the poll"s credibility, voters in Myanmar cast their ballots in apparently low numbers in a general election on Sunday, the first since a military coup toppled the last civilian government in 2021. The j...

Alex Eala earns over $900K in prize money after banner year — but there’s more to it

December 28, 2025

Delfin Dioquino

Peaking at a career-high No. 50 in the WTA rankings, Alex Eala ends her stellar year in the top 100 of the 2025 WTA prize money leaders

Ex-ES Bersamin denies P8.3-B ‘allocable” as alleged in ‘Cabral files”

December 28, 2025

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Former Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin expressed his frustration on Sunday over allegations that linked him to the documents supposedly left behind by the late Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Undersecretary Catalina Cabral. This was ...

[HOMESTRETCH] Familiar game, foreign courts: Thirdy Ravena’s heart for basketball

December 28, 2025

People know Thirdy as one of the Ravenas in the world of sports, but, in this interview, we get to see why this Ravena is so much more than his DNA

Fallen pine tree causes traffic jam, power outage in Baguio City

December 28, 2025

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A fallen pine tree caused a traffic jam along Leonard Wood Road as well as a power outage in Baguio City over the weekend.

Brigitte Bardot, icon of French cinema, dies at 91

December 28, 2025

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PARIS - Actress Brigitte Bardot shot to international fame dancing the mambo barefoot in And God Created Woman, her tousled hair and fierce energy radiating a sexual magnetism rarely before seen in mainstream cinema. A global icon was born.

FredCess, AshRave, KrysTon nominated for eviction; CapQuin receives gift of immunity

December 28, 2025

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The duos of FredCess, AshRave, KrysTon are nominated for eviction in this week's "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0."

Weak turnout seen in Myanmar’s phased election, first since 2021 coup

December 28, 2025

(1st UPDATE) A date for the final election result has not been declared

Hindi Ito Marites: Music and diplomacy

December 28, 2025

Marites Dañguilan Vitug

Wining and dining goes a long way in international relations, but throw in a duet and you just might achieve magic

Brigitte Bardot, icon of French cinema, dies at 91

December 28, 2025

Bardot's ability to subvert traditional gender roles made her not just a sex symbol, but a pop culture icon and a touchstone for shifting social attitudes

MMFF 2025 Gabi ng Parangal shows why representation matters

December 28, 2025

A woman with Down syndrome takes home the Best Actress award, while an openly queer individual is named Best Actor

Bicam report on 2026 budget signed, ratification next

December 28, 2025

The Philippines will operate on a reenacted budget in the first few days of 2026 as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. seeks to sign the spending bill in the first week of January

Ysabel Ortega shows singing skills with ‘Awit ni Armea’ in ‘Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre’

December 28, 2025

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Ysabel Ortega just proved that she's indeed a talented singer!

Alex Eala falls to Mirra Andreeva at Macau Tennis Masters

December 28, 2025

GMA News Online / Sports

Alex Eala fell to Mirra Andreeva, 6-4, 6-2, on Sunday at the MGM Macau Tennis Masters.

Top political stories of 2025: Leadership shake-ups in the Philippine government

December 28, 2025

2025 saw notable political reversals, from the exits of Escudero and Romualdez as leaders of their respective legislative chambers, to a sweeping reshuffle in Marcos' Cabinet

Tom Rodriguez on MMFF Best Supporting Actor win: ‘I’m still waking up grateful’

December 28, 2025

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Tom Rodriguez has nothing but a grateful heart after winning the Best Supporting Actor award at the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).

[Two Pronged] I discovered my husband watching porn. Is he going to cheat later on?

December 28, 2025

Jeremy Baer, Margarita Holmes

'I am surprised beyond belief. I feel so wronged. Where did we go wrong? Where did I go wrong?'

Will Ashley on double MMFF nominations: ‘Nakuha ko ang best Christmas gift’

December 28, 2025

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Will Ashley is living his dream as an actor in 2025.

NBA: Kevin Durant comes up big in Rockets win over Cavaliers

December 28, 2025

GMA News Online / Sports

Kevin Durant scored a game-high 30 points, while Reed Sheppard added 18 off the bench as the host Houston Rockets rolled to a 117-100 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday.

NBA: Giannis Antetokounmpo returns to lead Bucks past Bulls

December 28, 2025

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In a return from injury, Giannis Antetokounmpo scored a game-high 29 points to help the visiting Milwaukee Bucks earn a 112-103 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday.

Carmelle Collado, Anton Vinzon get featured in billboards in New York, EDSA Guadalupe

December 28, 2025

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Carmelle Collado and Anton Vinzon appeared in billboards in the Philippines and the United States!

NBA: Desmond Bane converts 2 FT’s in waning seconds as Magic nip Nuggets

December 28, 2025

GMA News Online / Sports

Anthony Black scored a career-high 38 points, Desmond Bane tallied 24, including two free throws with 6.9 seconds left, and the host Orlando Magic beat the Denver Nuggets 127-126 on Saturday night.

LIST: January 2026 special non-working days in PH provinces, cities, towns

December 28, 2025

Here are the January 2026 special non-working days in various localities, as proclaimed by the President

NBA: Lauri Markkanen helps carry Jazz to road win over Spurs

December 28, 2025

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Lauri Markkanen poured in 29 points and Keyonte George added 28 as the visiting Utah Jazz made all the winning plays in the final minutes to beat the San Antonio Spurs 127-114 on Saturday.

PBB Collab 2.0: Sofia Pablo cries tears of joy after reuniting with mom

December 28, 2025

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Sofia Pablo's Christmas wish this year was to reunite with her mom, Rima Pablo, even for a short moment while inside the Pinoy Big Brother house--and that wish finally came true.

Harry Styles breaks 2-year music silence with surprise video

December 28, 2025

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Harry Styles gave his fans an unexpected gift before 2025 ends.

NBA: Keon Ellis’ season-best 21 points key for Kings’ victory vs. Mavericks

December 28, 2025

GMA News Online / Sports

Keon Ellis had a season-best 21 points, Russell Westbrook matched it with 21 of his own and the Sacramento Kings held off the visiting Dallas Mavericks 113-107 on Saturday afternoon to win for just the second time in their last eight games.