Tropical Storm Nando continues to intensify over PH Sea
September 19, 2025
Tropical Storm Nando continues to intensify as it moves over the Philippine Sea, the state weather bureau PAGASA said on Friday.
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PAGASA warns public as Nando seen to become super typhoon by Monday
September 19, 2025
State weather bureau PAGASA on Friday warned the public of possible hazards and reminded them to prepare for the expected impact of Tropical Storm Nando, which may reach the super typhoon category by Monday.
Protesters may experience rainy weather on September 21 –PAGASA
September 19, 2025
Protesters would need to bring their raincoats and umbrellas as rainy weather may be experienced over Metro Manila and nearby areas on Sunday, September 21, the state weather bureau PAGASA said.
Nando slightly intensifies
September 19, 2025
Tropical Storm Nando has further gained strength, PAGASA said in its 5 a.m. Friday bulletin.
Best fossil of a dome-headed dinosaur is unearthed in Mongolia
September 19, 2025
Pachycephalosaurs, two-legged plant eaters known for their bony dome-shaped skulls, are among the quirkiest dinosaurs known, and also among the least understood. A fossil found peeking out of a cliffside in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia - the oldest and ...
PCG man nabbed for selling loose firearms — CIDG
September 15, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — An active member of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) was arrested for selling loose firearms in San Simon, Pampanga, the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group reported on Sunday. The Pampanga ...
Spain’s political class spars over chaotic Vuelta finale
September 15, 2025
MADRID, Spain — Spain’s political class clashed over chaotic pro-Palestinian protests in Madrid that brought the Vuelta to a premature end Sunday, with the opposition accusing the leftist government of permitting an “international emb...
Gabriela to get last of 64 allotted party-list seats
September 15, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Sunday announced that Gabriela party list will get the 64th and final seat in the House of Representatives, with first nominee Sarah Elago taking the position. “If we are not mistaken...
United Print Media Group launches reading campaign with schoolchildren
September 15, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — It was a day of fun and learning at Gen. Gregorio del Pilar Elementary School as the United Print Media Group (UPMG) launched its “Back to School: Flip and Scroll Reading Campaign.” Some Grade 3 students and their teachers h...
Negros authorities on alert as Kanlaon activity increases
September 15, 2025
BACOLOD CITY — The Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices (DRRMOs) in localities close to Mt. Kanlaon have gone on alert after the volcano showed renewed signs of restiveness on Sunday. “We are in contact with Phivolcs (Philippine Institu...
Islamic preacher survives gun attack in Bangsamoro
September 15, 2025
COTABATO CITY—A Muslim religious leader was shot while praying inside his home in Sitio Sabpa, Barangay Kapinpilan, Kadayangan town of the Special Geographic Area (SGA) of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) on Saturday. Israel ...
Ebola vaccination begins in southern Congo
September 15, 2025
LAGOS, Nigeria — Vaccination for those exposed to the Ebola virus and front-line health workers has begun in southern Kasai province, the World Health Organization said Sunday. An outbreak of the highly contagious disease was announced earlier this mon...
Supplies loaded in Subic fuel West Philippine Sea fishing trips
September 15, 2025
(Second of three parts) SUBIC, ZAMBALES — A day before a fishing boat sets sail in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), a crucial step ensures the success of the journey: loading provisions. Johnny Mariano, 55, a resident of Barangay Calapandayan of th...
Egypt not taking lower-ranked Alas Pilipinas lightly
September 15, 2025
Egypt took down the higher-ranked Iran, 25-17, 16-25, 25-23, 25-20, to kick off its Pool A campaign in the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship on Sunday at Mall of Asia Arena. And though the African squad will next face a much lower-seeded opponen...
Poland standout Leon promises a show for PH volleyball fans
September 15, 2025
Poland’s Wilfredo Leon is well aware of the Filipino volleyball fans who couldn’t make it on-site for the 2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball Championship. So he’s promising that if they come to the Poland games, they’ll witness something worth the price of adm...
Top-10 squads in path of Filipina5
September 15, 2025
The Philippines could see itself facing a maximum of two teams inside the top 10 of the world rankings once the groupings are set in Monday’s draw ceremony for the inaugural Fifa Women’s Futsal World Cup in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. The Filipina5 ...
Mark dates: UAAP gets going this weekend
September 15, 2025
There’s no question that the first installment of the La Salle-Ateneo rivalry and the rematch of last year’s finalists are some of the most anticipated games in the first round of the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament. Action in the premier co...
Two ships set sail from Greece to join Gaza aid flotilla
September 15, 2025
SYROS, Greece — Two ships set sail Sunday evening from the Greek island of Syros to join the Global Sumud Flotilla, an international mission aiming to break the Israeli blockade of Gaza and deliver humanitarian aid, AFP journalists saw. Chanting ...
Qatar denounces Israel before major summit
September 15, 2025
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Qatar’s prime minister denounced Israel on Sunday as foreign ministers from Arab and Muslim nations met to discuss a possible unified response to Israel’s attack on Doha targeting the leadership of the militant...
Anti-Israel protests force early end to Vuelta a Espana cycle race
September 15, 2025
Pro-Palestinian protests forced the abandonment of the Vuelta a Espana cycle race at its finale on Sunday, with Danish cyclist Jonas Vingegaard declared the winner as police sought to quell demonstrations against an Israeli team's participation.
1st Inquirer ESG awards: Spotlight on PH firms championing sustainability
September 15, 2025
From clean energy and water management to digital literacy and community development, Philippine companies are proving that business success and social responsibility can go hand in hand. That commitment took center stage at the first Inquirer ESG Edge...
Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards 2025 ROSTER OF WINNERS
September 15, 2025
ENVIRONMENT CATEGORY (Sustainable Ecosystems /Biodiversity Conservation) Silver winner PLCs and large companies: Plant for Life Program, Maynilad Water Services Inc. Gold winners PLCs and large companies: BINHI’s 15-Year Regenerative Journey: Restoring...
TCS Philippines: Empowering youth through technology
September 15, 2025
When Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Philippines Inc. brought its goIT program to underserved schools across the country, many students sat down for their first session having never written a single line of code. But by the end of the exercise, they we...
‘Your achievements serve as an inspiration for others’
September 15, 2025
Welcome remarks by Atty. Rudyard Arbolado, Inquirer Print COO, at the 1st Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards: Good morning! Magandang umaga po sa inyong lahat. Thank you for joining us today. On behalf of the Inquirer, it is my great pleasure to welcome a...
Real estate loans topped P3T in Q2
September 15, 2025
Loans extended to the property sector breached the P3-trillion mark in the second quarter, with Philippine banks cautiously increasing their exposure to the volatile sector as bad real estate loans also inched up during the period. Latest data from the...
BIZ BUZZ: Business group cheers on Sotto
September 15, 2025
Jose Luis Yulo Jr., former president of the Philippine Stock Exchange and current president of the Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands, is elated that Sen. Vicente Sotto III is back as the new Senate President of the 20th Congress. “Your retu...
Brazil bucks slow start, escapes China in FIVB Men”s World Championship
September 15, 2025
World no. 3 Brazil recovered from a shaky first set to escape China, 19-25, 25-23, 25-22, 25-21, in the 2025 FIVB Men"s World Championship on Sunday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
‘Cost of living outside Metro Manila more expensive’
September 15, 2025
Contrary to popular belief, the cost of living in the so-called Mega Manila or the provinces just outside Metro Manila is more costly than in the country’s capital, according to a congressman.
2025 Bar exams wrap up; results out January
September 15, 2025
The 2025 Bar examinations concluded yesterday, with the results expected to be released early January.
Philippines, Japan, US conclude naval drills in West Philippine Sea
September 15, 2025
The combined armed and defense forces of the Philippines, Japan and the United States concluded the 11th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), demonstrating a collective commitment to strengthen regional an...
Sacked DPWH engineer leaves House custody
September 15, 2025
One of the three Department of Public Works and Highways engineers who spilled the beans on the multibillion-peso flood control corruption has sought permission from the House of Representatives leadership to visit his family over the weekend.
‘Duterte trying to avoid ICC trial’
September 15, 2025
Some victims of the previous administration’s deadly campaign against illegal drugs believe that former president Rodrigo Duterte is simply trying to delay the proceedings to avoid facing trial at the International Criminal Court.
‘DPWH will still get flood mitigation budget in 2026’
September 15, 2025
Flood control projects will still receive funding in 2026 from previously allocated but unused budgets, Senate finance committee chair Sherwin Gatchalian clarified yesterday, even after the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)’s P275-bi...
Lacson on another Senate shakeup: Fake news
September 15, 2025
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson yesterday quashed fresh rumors of another leadership change in the Senate barely a week after the shake-up in the chamber.
National Pensioners Week declared
September 15, 2025
President Marcos has declared the second week of September every year as “National Pensioners’ Week” to honor their contribution to national development and raise awareness on social security protection.
Flood control probe strengthens investor confidence – business groups
September 15, 2025
Corruption remains a concern for foreign investors, but recent government efforts to look into anomalous flood control projects and hold officials accountable could help strengthen investor confidence, according to the American and European business ch...
Lacson: Let Pinoys report other corrupt infrastructure projects
September 15, 2025
President Marcos needs to expand the citizens’ reporting website for flood control to cover all infrastructure projects, as part of efforts to boost transparency in public spending, Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson said yesterday.
Italy overcomes Set 2 scare to sweep Algeria in FIVB Worlds title defense opener
September 14, 2025
Italy had to shrug off a sluggish Set 2 to complete a 25-13, 25-22, 25-17 victory over gritty Algeria in the 2025 FIVB Men's Volleyball World Championship on Sunday.