Norman Black joins San Beda Red Lions staff as consultant
September 21, 2023
San Beda University added another weapon into its arsenal as it tapped champion coach Norman Black as the Red Lions' team consultant.
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Uratex Dream finishes among top 8 teams in Red Bull Half Court World Final
September 21, 2023
Uratex Dream 3x3 finished among the top eight teams in the Red Bull Half Court World Final held last weekend in Belgrade, Serbia.
JRU coach Louie Gonzales happy as JL Delos Santos, John Amores get drafted in PBA
September 21, 2023
Jose Rizal University head coach Louie Gonzales said he was happy when his players JL Delos Santos and John Amores were selected in the 2023 PBA Rookie Draft.
Herlene Budol shares piece of advice to followers: ‘Huwag kang mag ipon ng sama ng loob’
September 21, 2023
Herlene Budol just shared a thoughtful piece of advice with her followers.
Jiri Prochazka vs Alex Pereira added to UFC 295, Edwards vs Covington headlines UFC 296
September 21, 2023
UFC 295 just got bigger after UFC CEO Dana White announced that former world champs Jiri Prochazka and Alex Pereira will fight in the co-main event for the vacant UFC light heavyweight world title on November 11 at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Pinoy spikers bow out of Asian Games contention after loss to Japan
September 21, 2023
The Philippine men's volleyball team bid its playoffs chances goodbye after falling prey to Japan in straight sets, 19-25, 14-25, 23-25, in the final day of the preliminary round of the 19th Asian Games on Thursday in Hangzhou, China.
POC chief vows to fight ‘a thousand times” for Gilas as Abueva, 3 others await Asiad clearance
September 21, 2023
Philippine Olympic Committee president Abraham Tolentino on Thursday vowed to fight for the inclusion of four players in Gilas Pilipinas' campaign in the 19th Asian Games in China.
ITCZ to bring scattered rain over parts of Visayas, Mindanao
September 20, 2023
The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) will bring cloudy skies and scattered rain showers and thunderstorms over parts of Visayas and Mindanao on Thursday, PAGASA reported.
PH Blu Girls in Indonesia for final Asian Games preparations
September 20, 2023
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA The Philippine Blu Girls left for Indonesia for their final phase of preparations for the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. The Blu Girls are competing at the Makassar Open International Women’s Softball Tournament organized by ...
Kaya, FEU secure top two spots in PFFWL
September 20, 2023
Kaya FC-Iloilo and Far Eastern University scored lopsided wins to finish 1-2 at the close of the elimination phase of the PFF Women’s League 2023 presented by Coca-Cola Philippines at the PFF National Training Center in Carmona, Cavite. Powered by nati...
Amateur boxer in Davao slips into a coma after first bout
September 20, 2023
An amateur boxer in Davao del Sur was hospitalized after he slipped into a coma a few hours after engaging in his first bout and lost, Joseph Morong reported on "Saksi" Wednesday.
Zambia find shows humans have built with wood for 476,000 years
September 20, 2023
Along the banks of the Kalambo River in Zambia near Africa's second-highest waterfall, archaeologists have excavated two logs of the large-fruited bushwillow tree that were notched, shaped and joined nearly half a million years ago.
Malacañang hopeful SC will uphold Maharlika
September 20, 2023
Malacañang hopes the Supreme Court will rule in favor of the Maharlika Investment Fund, as its constitutionality is challenged by critics of the administration.
5 Visayas Mindanao provinces experience dry spell
September 20, 2023
Five provinces in the Visayas and Mindanao have experienced dry spell or three months of below normal rainfall due to El Niño.
ASEAN chief thanks Philippines for accepting 2026 chairmanship
September 20, 2023
Association of Southeast Asian Nations Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn has expressed his gratitude to the Philippines for accepting the ASEAN chairmanship in 2026, a yearbefore actual duty in 2027 by regular rotation.
COA junks money claim of Discovery Shores vs DOT
September 20, 2023
The Commission on Audit has advised a five-star luxury resort in Boracay to directly recover from former tourism secretary Wanda Tulfo-Teo, former undersecretary Katherine De Castro and three other former officials of the Department of Tourism (DOT) t...
‘More funds needed for NFA’s stockpile’
September 20, 2023
Now that the National Food Authority palay-buying price has been raised, the agency should be provided a bigger procurement fund for its stockpiling program, according to farmer groups.
5 PCG officers shortlisted to replace Abu
September 20, 2023
Five graduates of the Philippine Military Academy have been nominated to become the next commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard.
85.95% of LGUs complete climate change plans
September 20, 2023
Almost 90 percent of local government units have completed their Local Climate Change Action Plan, which aims to increase climate and disaster risk resilience of communities, according to the Climate Change Commission.
France renews offer to help build submarine for AFP
September 20, 2023
Acknowledging the need to modernize the military amid rising challenges in the Indo-Pacific Region, France is renewing its offer to help build a submarine for the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
Sandigan affirms dismissal of forfeiture case vs FM, Imelda
September 20, 2023
The Sandiganbayan has upheld its earlier decision dismissing another forfeiture case filed by the Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG) against the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos, his widow Imelda and their cronies.
Manufacturers buck DTI’s move to postpone price hikes
September 20, 2023
Manufacturers yesterday opposed the Department of Trade and Industry move to postpone price hikes for sardines and other basic commodities until next year after at least 14 increase requests had been filed.
Most species of ‘world’s largest flower’ risk extinction — study
September 20, 2023
Most species of the famously large Rafflesia flower, which has long captured the imagination with its enormous speckled red petals, are now at risk of extinction, new research warned Wednesday.
NCAA Season 99 Preview: Stags Alex Desoyo, San Sebastian vets hope to end collegiate run on a high
September 20, 2023
Several veterans will be at the forefront when San Sebastian College-Recoletos kicks off its redemption campaign in NCAA Season 99.
NCAA Season 99 Preview: Retooled San Beda Red Lions hope busy offseason translates to great run
September 20, 2023
Since January, San Beda University has been busy gearing up for the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament, which opens curtains on Sunday at the MOA Arena.
Dolly de Leon recalls past job as mascot
September 20, 2023
Dolly de Leon is enjoying newfound fame following her landmark performance in the critically-acclaimed film “Triangle Of Sadness.” She is, in fact, quite in demand nowadays, with multiple work offers here and abroad. It is a far cry from when she was j...
Puregold engages Pinoy BL community in ‘My Plantito’ fan meet
September 20, 2023
Ardent viewers of Puregold Channel’s first BL (Boy-Love) series, “My Plantito,” recently got the chance to engage with the stars of the show—and the creative minds behind it—in an afternoon of fun, kilig, and big surprises at the Puregold Q...
Aiko Melendez calls on Senate for swift passage of ‘Eddie Garcia’ bill
September 20, 2023
Quezon City Councilor Aiko Melendez urged the Senate to pass the so-called “Eddie Garcia” bill, a proposed legislation aimed at protecting workers and/or independent contractors in the film, television, and radio industry. The veteran actor...
Bea Alonzo and Dennis Trillo find the right love at the wrong time in ‘Love Before Sunrise’
September 20, 2023
Two of the country’s biggest and brightest stars — Bea Alonzo and Dennis Trillo — come together in an extraordinary story about lost love and missed chances in “Love Before Sunrise.” The romantic drama series is the latest collaboration between Philipp...
ITCZ affects Mindanao
September 20, 2023
The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) is affecting Mindanao, according to PAGASA"s weather forecast issued Wednesday afternoon.
Philippine spikers sweep Afghanistan for first win in Asian Games
September 20, 2023
The Philippine men's volleyball team made quick work of Afghanistan, 25-23, 25-16, 25-12, to punch its breakthrough win in the 19th Asian Games on Wednesday in Hangzhou, China.
AI both a risk and opportunity for journalism — study
September 20, 2023
AI is both a threat and an opportunity for journalism, with more than half of those surveyed for a new report saying they had concerns about its ethical implications on their work.
Letran HS star Andy Gemao set to fly for tryout in US school
September 20, 2023
Andy Gemao is set to fly to South California, where he will attend a tryout at the Veritas Academy National Prep.
NCAA Season 99 Preview: Mapua Cardinals eye to regain strength after lackluster campaign
September 20, 2023
Lucky for Mapua, they will open NCAA Season 99 with old faces led by veteran Warren Bonifacio alongside other holdovers Paolo Hernandez and Toby Agustin.
NCAA Season 99 Preview: Enoch Valdez to steer Pirates’ ship in Lyceum’s campaign
September 20, 2023
Now led by new team captain Enoch Valdez, Lyceum is expected to come in full swing in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament
LA Tenorio returns to basketball ‘with a higher purpose’ after cancer remission
September 20, 2023
A day after it was revealed that LA Tenorio has been cancer-free, he shared his journey as he confirmed his return to basketball 'with a higher purpose.'
Gilas Boys rout Malaysia, set up duel with Korea in QF qualifiers
September 20, 2023
Gilas Pilipinas Boys dismantled Malaysia, 75-52, in the FIBA U16 Asian Championship in Doha, Qatar, early Wednesday.
Gilas Pilipinas grouped with New Zealand, Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong in FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers
September 20, 2023
Gilas Pilipinas is pooled with New Zealand, Chinese Taipei, and Hong Kong in Group B of the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers.