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PCSO ordered to pay P12 million Lotto jackpot to man with damaged ticket

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines -- The Supreme Court (SC) has ordered the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) to give the more than P12 million prize to a man whose jackpot winning ticket was damaged by a flat iron.

In a 17-page decision, the SC's seco...

Dingdong Dantes supportive of Marian Rivera”s TikTok videos, says he is ‘very happy” for her

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Showbiz

“Sobrang hilig niya talaga 'yung pagsasayaw magmula noon, and I"m just really very happy to see her doing these things that she really likes,” Dingdong said. “And basta sinabi niya, gagawin ko,” he added, referring to his latest TikTok video with Mari...

UAAP allowing players with special guest license from other leagues

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- The UAAP has added a new rule allowing student-athletes from other collegiate leagues, who played professionally with a special guest license (SGL) from the Games and Amusement Board, to still play in the basketball competit...

Over P445K worth of smuggled meat seized in Cavite

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- The Department of Agriculture confiscated smuggled Indian buffalo meat in Dasmarias City, Cavite on Wednesday.

The smuggled meat was found in a Kadiwa wet market through a joint inspection by the Department of Agriculture Off...

NCAA: Clint Escamis, Paolo Hernandez fuel Mapua rout of San Beda

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines---Mapua made quick work of San Beda, 75-57, in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Friday.

The Cardinals, who now share the top spot with Lyceum with a 2-0 record, came out hot as early as the ...

UAAP: Nic Cabañero happy to be part of UST’s revival bid under Pido Jarencio

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- Nic Cabaero had to sacrifice his curly hair as returning University of Santo Tomas coach Pido Jarencio brought back his trademark buzz cut requirement for his players in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament.

But...

Randy Alcantara credits Mapua bench as Cardinals rip San Beda

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

Mapua University head coach Randy Alcantara thanked his second unit for helping carry the fight for the Cardinals in their 75-57 thrashing of San Beda University on Friday.

Gilas’ winning streak snapped by Mongolia in Asian Games 3×3

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines--Gilas Pilipinas' three-game winning streak in the Asian Games 3x3 basketball showcase met its end on Friday.

The Nationals bowed to Mongolia, 21-12, finding very few answers to the enemy's pinpoint shooting at Deqing Basketb...

Jerom Lastimosa jersey retired by Adamson ahead of his final UAAP year

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- Adamson has immortalized Jerom Lastimosa's jersey No.7 ahead of his final playing year in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament starting on Saturday at Mall of Asia Arena.

The school on Friday held a jersey retir...

Environmental activists Tamano, Castro seek Supreme Court protection

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines -- The environmental defenders Jhed Tamano and Jonila Castro have asked the Supreme Court (SC) for protective writs from state security agents.

In their petition dated September 28, they urged the SC to issue writs of Amparo and ...

UAAP: Topex not backing down from La Salle ‘championship or bust’ challenge

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- New La Salle coach Topex Robinson is embracing the pressure of fulfilling the "championship or bust" goal for the Green Archers in the UAAP Season 86 men's basketball tournament starting this weekend at Mall of Asia Arena.
...

Mapua wallops San Beda to keep slate clean at 2-0

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

Mapua University gave San Beda University a reality check as the Cardinals sustained their winning form, 75-57, to remain undefeated in the NCAA Season 99 on Friday.

Inflation drops sharply in Europe

September 29, 2023

FRANKFURT, Germany --- Inflation that has been plaguing Europeans declined sharply in September, strengthening hopes that consumers will eventually get relief from costlier groceries, vacations and haircuts --- and that the European Central Bank wo...

INQToday: Pagasa: LPA east of Central Luzon enters PAR, now tropical depression Jenny

September 29, 2023

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Marcos breaks silence on China's barrier: 'We are not looking for trouble'
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Friday stressed his commitment to con...

PNP-IAS recommends 59-day suspension for 20 cops in Jemboy Baltazar slay

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) is reviewing the recommendation to suspend the cops involved in the killing of 17-year-old Jemboy Baltazar in Navotas City.

According to Philippine National Police (PNP) Publi...

NCAA: St. Benilde outlasts JRU in another heated affair

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines--College of St. Benilde had to dig deep to defeat rival Jose Rizal University in a heated overtime encounter, 93-85, in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Friday.

Last season, the two teams we...

Charles Tiu not surprised with JRU’s physical game as Benilde escapes in OT

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

Benilde head coach Charles Tiu was the least surprised with JRU's tough game, saying he expected it from a team whose game revolves on relentless defense.

Asian stocks end grim Q3 on brighter note, rate worries linger

September 29, 2023

SINGAPORE - Asianshares had their best day in weeks on Friday but were still on track for their worst quarterly performance in a year as worries over elevated interest rates dragged on sentiment, while the dollar wobbled and oil prices held their g...

Thea Tolentino, inihayag na piloto ang kaniyang non-showbiz boyfriend

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Kinumpirma ni Thea Tolentino na in a relationship siya ngayon sa isang piloto.

Thea Tolentino reveals she’s in a relationship with pilot boyfriend

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Lifestyle

Thea Tolentino revealed she is currently in a relationship! On Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, the Kapuso actress gave details of her relationship.

DENR suspends protected land agreement deal with SBSI

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has suspended its Protected Area Community-Based Resource Management Agreement (PACBRMA) with Socorro Bayanihan Services Inc. (SBSI), it announced on Friday.

Accordin...

10 agencies’ secret funds chopped to boost WPS guardians’ budget — Quimbo

September 29, 2023

MANILA, Philippines --- There are ten agencies so far that have been affected in the House of Representatives leadership's quest to cut confidential and intelligence funds (CIF) and allocate them to offices in charge of defending the West Philippine Se...

Taste, tradition, and trade: The impact of geographical indications on Filipino and European markets

September 29, 2023

Europe is a captivating blend of art, history, culture, and natural beauty. From the architectural wonders of Paris and Vienna to the tranquil beauty of Scandinavia's landscapes, every experience for visitors and locals is deeply enriched by the unique...

Nesthy Petecio bows out early in Asian Games boxing

September 29, 2023

HANGZHOU, China---Nesthy Petecio became the latest casualty in the short list of promising Filipino medalists at the 19th Asian Games.

Chinese Taipei's Lin Yu Ting delivered the cataclysmic blow by upending Petecio, 4-1, on Friday at Hangzhou Gy...

Thea Tolentino prefers solo travel because ‘mahirap mag-travel nang may kasama’

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Lifestyle

On Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, Thea Tolentino said traveling alone is a breather for her, who is a bread winner

Jenny may turn into typhoon, enhance Habagat

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / SciTech

Tropical Depression Jenny is not directly affecting the country, although it may enhance the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat), PAGASA said on Friday afternoon.

Asian Games 2023: Pontejos, Bernardino propel Gilas Women past Hong Kong

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

Janine Pontejos and Afril Bernardino combined for 43 points as Gilas Pilipinas Women dismantled Hong Kong, 99-63, for their second win in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China on Friday.

Gozum, Corteza take charge in OT as Benilde escapes JRU in heated affair

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

Will Gozum and Miggy Corteza connived to steer De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde to a heated overtime victory against Jose Rizal University, 93-85, in the NCAA Season 99 on Friday.

Jillian Ward, mayroon nang real-life crush

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Bukod sa mga hinahangaan niyang K-pop idol, inamin ni Jillian Ward na mayroon na siyang real-life crush at nag-e-enjoy siya kapag magkasama sila. Sino kaya mapalad na lalaki?

Gabbi Garcia is a glowy beach babe in photos taken by Khalil Ramos

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Lifestyle

Is Gabbi Garcia just good looking, is her boyfriend Khalil Ramos just a good photographer, or both?

Bong Revilla calls for lifting ‘Showtime” suspension on humanitarian grounds

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. appealed to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to reconsider the Movie Television Review and Classification Board"s decision junking the bid of It"s Showtime to lift the suspension on the variety show, saying thi...

GMA Integrated News nominated as Top News Publisher at TikTok Awards Philippines 2023

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Showbiz

GMA Integrated News has been nominated for the Top News Publisher award at this year"s TikTok Awards Philippines.

Andrea Torres posts touching letter on mom’s birthday: ‘You have the most beautiful heart’

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Lifestyle

Andrea Torres didn't miss the chance to honor her mother on her birthday.

LPA off Central Luzon now Tropical Depression Jenny

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / SciTech

A low pressure area located east of Central Luzon has developed into a tropical depression, state weather bureau PAGASA said Friday.

Ryan Bang, nag-sorry kay Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes sa ‘It”s Showtime”

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Humingi ng paumanhin si Ryan Bang kay GMA Senior Vice President Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes nang bumisita ito at ilan pang Kapuso executives sa “It"s Showtime.”

Collegiate Press Corps to expand Player of the Week citations to women’s basketball, men’s volleyball

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

For the first time ever, women's basketball and men's volleyball will get their recognition as the Collegiate Press Corps has decided to hand out Player of the Week honors to their outstanding players starting with UAAP Season 86 and NCAA Season 99.

Fil-Am Anna de Guzman finishes at 2nd place in ‘America’s Got Talent’

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Lifestyle

Anna de Guzman has showcased her exceptional talent on the global stage!

‘Money” ni Lisa ng Blackpink, nakuha ang Guinness record nang umabot sa 1B streams sa Spotify

September 29, 2023

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Muling nakakuha ng Guinness World Record si Lisa ng Blackpink, matapos umabot ng isang bilyong streams sa Spotify ang kaniyang single na “Money.”