Tom Cruise finally gets his Oscar moment with a lifetime achievement trophy at the Governors Awards

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tom Cruise, at 63 still the biggest movie star in a room full of them, finally got to hold his own Oscar on a Hollywood stage on Sunday...

POC chief sees uphill climb in SEAG; boxers Marcial, Mindoro to see action

Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) president Abraham

Spurs' Wembanyama to miss at least 2-3 weeks with strained calf

Victor Wembanyama will miss the next two to three weeks, at minimum, after an MRI confirmed that the San Antonio Star center has a strained left calf, a person...

Ellen Adarna sparks speculation on marital tension anew

Ellen Adarna has once again caught netizens’ attention posting a series of telling screenshots on social media. While the full content of the messages was...

'Now You See Me 3' races past 'The Running Man' at box office

It’s no magic trick: The third installment in the thieving magician “Now You See Me” series beat the high-profile action pic “The Running Man” at the...

Maroons grateful for fan support after booking seventh straight Final Four ticket

University of the Philippines coach Goldwin Monteverde credited the support of the school community in the Maroons’ historic seventh straight Final Four...

Making room for improvement as Tamaraws keep semis bid alive

Far Eastern University’s 84-83 upset win over De La Salle came when it mattered most as it kept its Final Four hopes alive in the UAAP Season 88 men’s...

Familiar foes await LPGT stars in Taiwan showdown

The Ladies Philippine Golf Tour (LPGT) regulars are once again stepping onto familiar battlegrounds – and facing equally familiar adversaries – as they...

AUDIOJUNKIE: Power to the people

“In late 1971, John Lennon and Yoko Ono left London and moved to New York. For 18 months, they lived in a small apartment in Greenwich Village, where they...

Angelo Que banners Valley Golf Challenge

ANTIPOLO – The Philippine Golf Tour winds up its 10-leg nationwide circuit with the ICTSI Valley Golf Challenge Tuesday, Nov. 18, a season finale brimming...

Alas U16 Girls jump 17 spots to No. 25 in FIVB world rankings

The Alas Pilipinas girls' under-16 team rose to world No.25 in the latest FIVB Girls’ U17 rankings after qualifying for next year’s world championship in...

Sinner survives Alcaraz to retain ATP Finals title before home fans

TURIN, Italy (AP) — The final installment of the “Sincaraz” rivalry for 2025 went to Jannik Sinner.The second-ranked Sinner beat top-ranked Carlos...

Thunderbelles out to boost No. 1 seeding

ZUS Coffee tries to rediscover its old form and bolster its bid for the No. 1 seeding when it tangles with winless Nxled on Tuesday, Nov. 18, in the Premier...

'Meet, Greet & Bye' rakes in P85 million domestic earnings in five days

Star Cinema’s “Meet, Greet & Bye” hits the P85 million mark in just five days of domestic performance as audiences flocked to cinemas over the weekend to...

Durant, Sengun steer Rockets past Magic in OT for 4th straight win

HOUSTON (AP) — Kevin Durant scored 35 points and Alperen Sengun had 30 points and 12 rebounds to help the Houston Rockets rally for a 117-113 overtime victory...

Gilas begins buildup for FIBA World Cup Asian qualifiers

Gilas Pilipinas is set to convene for its first practice in three months in preparation for the first window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian qualifiers on...

Pagdanganan shoots 69, finishes 16 strokes behind Grant at The Annika

Bianca Pagdanganan shot a closing 1-under-par 69 to finish tied for 38th place in The Annika LPGA tournament at the Pelican Golf Club in Florida over the...

'Sustaining' the MB Focus Session, and our upcoming MB Forum

HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINEAfter two false starts, plus one near-collision with a virus, we finally pushed through with our MB Sustainability Focus Session...

A nation on edge

PEACE-MAKERA similar column, “A call for dialogue to heal a divided nation,” which we wrote in December last year, is being revisited today in light of the...

Joel Lamangan will both star in and direct comedy-drama film 'Jackstone 5'

For the first time in three decades, award-winning director Joel Lamangan will both star in and direct the upcoming drama-comedy film

Lady Bulldogs reign supreme in SSL

National University penned a fitting ending to another perfect season after pulling off a thrilling come-from-behind, 22-25, 25-22, 25-27, 25-23, 15-10, win...

One of one: The century and the soul of Japan

DRIVING THOUGHTSA dozen stars radiated strong magnetic charm, attracting thick crowds at the recent Japan Mobility Show 2025 at Tokyo Big Sight. Yet, among all...

Zaldy Co throws shade at Remulla; praises Senate for investigate prowess

Former Ako Bicol Party-list Rep. Zaldy Co has expressed great confidence that the Senate--and not the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI)--would...

The end of the world: Are you frightened yet?

THROUGH UNTRUEIn today’s Gospel reading, Jesus foretells the end of the world. His words read like the headlines of our time: “Nation will rise against...

SAG Awards change name to the Actor Awards starting in 2026

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Screen Actors Guild Awards are now called the Actor Awards.The show commonly known as the SAG Awards will officially become the Actor...

The signs of the end

REFLECTIONS TODAYGospel • Luke 21:5-19While some people were speaking about how the temple was adorned with costly stones and votive offerings, Jesus said,...

Collateral in the race to survive: The high cost of sacrificing sleep

In today’s fast-paced world, especially as the end of the year approaches, it seems as if people believe they can work 24 hours a day if only the body allowed...

Meralco victory a big boost for Cebuanos

Overwhelmed by the support of the Cebuano fans, Meralco is hoping to leave something bigger than basketball to the province that was heavily affected by recent...

Filipino and Dutch producers unveil 'The Garden of Earthly Delights'

'The Garden of Earthly Delights', a new feature film directed by Morgan Knibbe, makes its highly anticipated run at this year's QCinema International Film...

Formula 5 celebrates first year with a successful show

P-pop boy group Formula 5 celebrated their first anniversary with a bang at Viva Cafe in Araneta City recently.

Fil-Australian Bella Dela Cruz ready to shine at Miss International 2025

Miss International Australia 2025 Bella Dela. Cruz has arrived in Japan, ready to embark on her journey at the prestigious 63rd Miss International beauty...

Raymond Lauchengco stages Nov. 28 concert as he turns 60

Singer-actor Raymond Lauchengco turns 60 this month. The moment isn’t just a milestone for him, it's the perfect excuse to celebrate a life fully lived. On...

Marcos shrugs off Co’s allegations

President Marcos has brushed off resigned lawmaker Zaldy Co’s allegations against him that he had ordered the insertion of P100-billion in infrastructure...

Security Bank overcomes higher expenses to lift profit 7%

Security Bank Corp. reported a seven percent improvement in net profit to ₱9.1 billion in the first nine months of the year, buoyed by double-digit growth in...

Bulldogs frustrate Warriors to secure semis incentive

National University clawed back from an 18-point hole and frustrated University of the East with a come-from-behind 83-74 win to secure the first semifinal...

Bolts shock Black Bears to give storm-hit Cebuanos reasons to cheer

On top of their P500,000 donation to the victims of Typhoon Tino, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and Meralco made sure to give the calamity-hit Cebuanos some reasons...

Lady Bulldogs maul Warriors to grab semis bonus

Reigning champion National University stamped its class anew and annihilated University of the East, 81-48, to grab the semifinal bonus in the UAAP Season 88...

Ombudsman to Zaldy Co: Come home, issue statements on allegations vs PBBM, Rep Romualdez

The Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) said former Party-List congressman Zaldy Co should come back to the Philippines and submit a written statement on his claims...

Jessica Soho leads 'KMJS' Gabi ng Lagim The Movie' Cebu cinema tour on Nov. 16

Jessica Soho leads 'KMJS’ Gabi ng Lagim The Movie' Cebu cinema tour on Nov. 16. Before its much-awaited debut on the big screen, KMJS’ Gabi ng Lagim The...

Pineda explains late Converge basket for the quotient

Barangay Ginebra head coach Tim Cone was left fuming over the last second layup of Converge super rookie Juan Gomez de Liano in the Kings’ 106-96 loss to the...

Foxies take top spot, demolish Highrisers after Lodi's fiery wake-up call

Games Tuesday1:30 p.m. – ZUS Coffee vs Nxled4 p.m. – Akari vs Choco Mucho6:30 p.m. – Creamline vs CignalWith a quarterfinals seat already secured, Farm...

San Beda strikes back at JRU to inch closer to quarters bonus

San Beda held its ground and completed a vengeful 65-56 win over Jose Rizal University to inch closer to a quarterfinal bonus in the NCAA Season 101 men’s...

Trailer for 'Fallout' season 2 released

Prime Video released the official trailer and new images for the second season of its critically acclaimed global hit series, “Fallout.”  The eight-episode...

CBCP urges sobriety amid unverified allegations, warns vs political manipulation

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) on Saturday, Nov. 15, called for sobriety and a balanced public response amid circulating...

Rosa Rosal: A legacy of good deeds and public service

Actress and humanitarian Rosa Rosal was well-known for her commitment to public service. As a popular actress and television host, she stood out for her...

Lady Tams trounce Lady Falcons to cop SSL bronze

Far Eastern University bucked a second-set meltdown to clip Adamson University, 25-22, 17-25, 25-19, 25-20, in the winner-take-all bronze medal match of the...

Kiray Celis apologizes, says Japan prenup shoot authorized

Actress Kiray Celis has apologized to people who were offended by a prenuptial photo that showed her posing on top of a vending machine in Japan.

'Makuha ka sa tingin:' Did Miss Israel give hostile looks to Miss Palestine during the Miss Universe event?

A video taken during the 2025 Miss Universe welcome event in Thailand has sparked another controversy.According to the Daily Mail, Miss Israel Melanie Shiraz...

BIR chief vows modernization, aggressive tax evasion push

Affirming that tax collection must be done “efficiently and fairly,” Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza has vowed to...

NFA to file plunder case vs official over missing rice stocks

The National Food Authority (NFA) will file a plunder case before the Office of the Ombudsman against a “middle-level” official over unexplained loss of...

Philippine financial system resources hit record ₱35.6 trillion

The total resources of the Philippine financial system soared to a record ₱35.58 trillion in the first nine months of the year, driven by the recent lowering...

₱3.2 billion in crops lost to typhoon 'Uwan,' high-value crops hardest hit

Agricultural losses caused by the onslaught of Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-wong) have breached ₱3 billion, with high-value crops sustaining the...

LOOK! Ariana Grande terrified after being ambushed at 'Wicked' Red Carpet in Singapore

Pop superstar Ariana Grande was terrified after she was ambushed by a fan during the red carpet premiere of her upcoming movie,

Shakey's banks on Christmas season spending to overcome Q3 weakness

Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. (SPAVI), the Po family’s food service group, expects to grow its core net income by a single-digit percentage this year...

June Mar Fajardo to auction off first MVP trophy for Cebu relief efforts

June Mar Fajardo notched his first career triple-double on Wednesday, Nov. 12, after dishing out 10 assists in San Miguel’s masterful 158-117 demolition of...

MVP, Villar Group in PrimeWater deal talks

HONG KONG — Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC) has begun due diligence on PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp. and its assets, a process that will determine...

Powerlifter Regie Ramirez posts new world record in Romania tilt

Powerlifter Regie Ramirez registered a new world record in his weight division at the 2025 World Open Equipped Championships held recently in Cluj-Napoca,...

Peso sinks to new all-time low of ₱59.17

Just two weeks after hitting a then-record low, the peso plunged again to an all-time low on Wednesday, Nov. 12, as market sentiment turned negative amid public...

The flavors of Uruguay: A celebration of premium beef and fine wine

It was an evening of refined flavors and culinary discovery at the Uruguay Beef and Wine Dinner held last Nov. 6, 2025, at the Sage Grill, Makati Shangri-La....

DOE purges stalled energy contracts to free up 130-GW capacity

The Department of Energy (DOE) said the agency is actively terminating sluggish renewable energy (RE) contracts to free up space and attract new...

Cops clear roads, secure evacuees as gov't starts sending help after 'Uwan' onslaught

The Philippine National Police (PNP) ordered police commanders in areas devastated by Typhoon “Uwan” to deploy sufficient number of their men to help in...

Port fees for vehicles transporting goods, equipment to 'Uwan'-devastated areas waived

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has suspended the collection of Roll-On/Roll-Off terminal fees for all vehicles designated to deliver rescue equipment and...

AUDIOJUNKIE: Reunited and it feels so good

When Unique Salonga reunited with IV of Spades – bassist-vocalist Zild Benitez, lead guitarist Blaster Silonga, and drummer Badjao de Castro – after their...

Ballet Philippines reimagines 'Alice in Wonderland' for the holidays

A young girl’s tumble down a rabbit hole takes center stage this Christmas as Ballet Philippines unveils Alice in Wonderland, a new full-length ballet...

US airlines' daily cancellations top 2,000 for first time since shutdown cuts began

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. airlines canceled more than 2,100 flights on Sunday as Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that air traffic across the nation...

South Korean solar firm cuts pay and hours for Georgia workers as US officials detain imports

ATLANTA (AP) — A South Korean solar company says it will temporarily reduce pay and working hours for about 1,000 of its 3,000 employees in Georgia because...

Gov't now aims 'at least the fives' full-year growth

After a sharp slowdown in third-quarter growth, the Philippine economy is poised for a rebound in the fourth quarter, driven by the holiday season, the...

Bring joy and warmth to your home with festive styling

The holidays have a way of reminding us what truly matters—those quiet mornings filled with light, the laughter that lingers long after dinner, and the...

Bicol solons call for cybersecurity fund to help thwart digital attacks

Bicol-based congressmen are pushing for the institutionalization of a dedicated fund for the mitigation of cybersecurity risks as well as the prevention of...

BH Party-list, DTI team up to offer alternative to burdensome 5-6 lending system

Bagong Henerasyon (BH) Party-list is helping introduce an alternative to the burdensome 5-6 lending system as a way to give local micro, small and medium...

SLAM BOOK: Zephanie, May Ann Basa, and the boys of 'MAKA LOVESTREAM'

Building on the success of its popular teen drama,

Rev up growth engine despite latest GDP growth decline

The latest reading from the Philippine economy serves as a cautionary note. In the third quarter the pace of growth has flagged. According to official data, the...

BPI Yacht Race enters Season 3 with bold environmental mission

SPEAKING OUTAs the sails unfurl for the third season of the BPI Private Wealth Signature Yacht Race Series, the event has evolved into more than just a showcase...

Research-based peacebuilding

PEACE BY PEACEWhenever I visit a community — a remote sitio in Basilan, a coastal village in Sulu, or a former conflict area in Maguindanao — I am reminded...

Hybrids and EVs vs floods: Facts and myths

EDITORS DESKWith one typhoon after another lashing our country, and the ineffectiveness of government flood control projects now becoming apparent, it’s no...

If he repents, forgive him

REFLECTIONS TODAYJesus continues to teach his disciples as he journeys toward Jerusalem. He warns them that temptations are everywhere. Out of the blue, they...

The sky has no age limit

FROM THE MARGINSWhen I was a child, I dreamed of becoming a pilot. In my elementary yearbook at Fatima Canossian College in San Pablo City, I wrote it down...

Clean energy outpacing fossil fuels in the climate race

Belem, Brazil – Prince William challenged the world at the ongoing COP30 Climate Summit, urging leaders to craft a legacy where nature thrives and children...

Weak Philippine growth fuels rate cut consensus among global banks

After the economy grew weaker-than-expected in the third quarter, foreign banking giants intensified expectations for a December policy easing, with HSBC...

Private sector offers financial lifeline for Philippines' anti-graft watchdog

One of the most prominent voices in the private sector has expressed willingness to provide funding support for the Independent Commission for Infrastructure...

Meralco nuclear plans stalled by Washington budget fight

Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Co., (Meralco) is facing a possible delay in its small modular reactor(SMR) exploration as the Philippines prepares for...

San Miguel's hard liquor unit posts ₱6.3-billion at end-Sept. driven by pricing

San Miguel Corp.'s hard liquor unit booked a consolidated net income of ₱6.35 billion in the first nine months of the year, a 17 percent jump from ₱5.44...

Gov't to buy up to 20% of palay, challenge private sector price control

The government could purchase as much as 20 percent of the total palay (unmilled rice) production instead of the current five percent with the implementation of...

Robinsons REIT hikes dividends to ₱5.4 billion

RL Commercial REIT Inc. (RCR), the real estate investment trust of Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC), raised its cash dividends to ₱5.37 billion after revenue jumped...

Regulators fast-track new minimum public ownership rules

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has formed a technical working group with the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) to speed up the drafting of new...

Typhoon threat, 'AI bubble' jitters add to stocks caution

Cautious trading is expected in the local stock market this week as investors continue to weigh the impact of the lower-than-expected economic growth pace...

A ‘Fresca’ Michelin Selected inclusion

On the Sunday after being included in the Michelin Guide Philippines Selected list, I had lunch with my sons at Fresca Trattoria on Bolanos St., Legaspi...

RnR Series Manila brings the beat back

The AIA Rock ’n’ Roll Running Series Manila presented by ASICS returns on Nov. 29 at the Rizal Park, transforming the city’s streets into a vibrant...

BI bars entry to PH of 4 foreign sex offenders

Four convicted foreign sex offenders have been barred from entering the Philippines, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Monday, Nov. 10.BI Commissioner Joel...

Nolcom receives additional resources for 'Uwan'

CAMP AQUINO, Tarlac City – The Armed Forces of the Philippines has augmented the disaster response capabilities of the Northern Luzon Command through the...

'Dapat present': Foreign travel of local execs should be banned during calamities, says solon

Parañaque City 2nd district Rep. Brian Raymund Yamsuan is backing the Department of the Interior and Local Government's (DILG) directive to prohibit the...

Signal No. 4 up in Catanduanes as Typhoon Uwan intensifies near Bicol region — PAGASA

Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-wong) has intensified further as it continues to move closer to the Bicol region, prompting the Philippine Atmospheric,...

Local ace Casals, only 13, leads strong field in WSL surfing series Baler leg

Eyes will be on 13-year-old Cathleya Casals and Aurora’s very own in the Baler International Pro QS 4000 and LQS 1000 that puts Sabang Beach on the world...

Senate postpones work on Nov. 10 schedule due to 'Uwan'

The Senate has issued an advisory suspending work in the Upper Chamber in anticipation of the major impact of super typhoon Uwan in the country.The Senate is...

First Stronghold Senior golf Open up at Hallow Ridge

A multi-titled cast of former Philippine Open champions and multiple leg winners in the regular men's PGT will see action in a very different setting as they...

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony will induct Outkast, Cyndi Lauper, Salt-N-Pepa, the White Stripes

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Outkast, Cyndi Lauper, Salt-N-Pepa and Soundgarden will be among the newly minted members of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame at Saturday...

Carla Abellana and Loisa Andallo on ghosts, supernatural beings

Carla Abellana and Loisa Andallo were excited to be part of the iconic horror movie

Indonesian police investigate ties between a mosque attack suspect and hate groups

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian police seized explosive powder and writings from the home of a 17-year-suspect in an attack on a mosque at a high school...

Germany, Iceland withdraw from 2025 Miss Universe beauty pageant

The candidates from Germany and Iceland have withdrawn from the 74th Miss Universe beauty pageant, which is ongoing in Thailand.The candidates who withdrew from...

Kaufman says arrest warrant vs Bato is a 'figment of imagination'

International Criminal Court (ICC) defense lawyer Nicholas Kaufman dismissed as “fictional” the reported issuance of an arrest warrant against Senator...

Double murder suspect shot dead

ZAMBOANGA CITY – A Bureau of Internal Revenue employee tagged as a person of interest in the recent murder of two BIR security guards in Ipil, Zamboanga...

Michelin Guide Philippines, and first lap honors

HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINENow that all the cheering and congratulatory posts messages have been posted, it may be time to look back at the entry of the...

Canlaon City suspends search for missing persons

BACOLOD CITY – Search and retrieval operations for the five remaining missing individuals due to typhoon “Tino” in Canlaon City, Negros Oriental province...

Aiai Delas Alas revives recording career with new single 'Haliparot Delulu'

Seasoned GMA star Aiai Delas Alas steps back into the music scene as AADA, who just released her novelty song, “Haliparot Delulu” under the Kapamilya label...

Prepare to shelter in place: Time for learning, storytelling, and bayanihan

As the nation braces for another supertyphoon expected to make landfall in Central or Northern Luzon by Monday, families across the country are once again...

CAAP temporarily closes some airports as 'Uwan' intensifies

Several airports in Luzon were closed as part of the safety measures amid the onslaught of super typhoon “Uwan”, the Civil Aviation Authority of the...

Kent Villarba crowned 'Tawag ng Tanghalan' season 9 grand champion

Kent Villarba of Pangkat Luntian, mentored by Bituin Escalante, was named the grand champion of “Tawag ng Tanghalan” Season 9 after earning standing...

8 areas under Signal No. 5 as 'Uwan' barrels toward Luzon

More provinces in Bicol and Central Luzon were placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 5 on Sunday, Nov. 9 as Super Typhoon Uwan (international name:...

Love in disguise

THROUGH UNTRUEMany of us grew up believing that it is bad to be angry. Anger is often seen as a sign of weak character or poor upbringing. When we flare up, we...

Jeff Napa not satisfied with NU win over Adamson

National University head coach Jeff Napa knew the brand of basketball they played against a gritty Adamson side would never take them to places they wanted to...

Naji Marshall's 30 points lead Dallas Mavericks to a win over Washington Wizards

WASHINGTON (AP) — Naji Marshall scored a season-high 30 points, P.J. Washington Jr. had eight key points in the final five minutes and the Dallas Mavericks...

Canino, Bacojo become best Filipino finishers in ASEAN chess tilt

Ruelle Canino and Mark Jay Bacojo drew their ninth and final round assignments to emerge the best Filipino finisher in their respective divisions in the 6th...

NU survives UST scare, nears four-peat

Four-peat-seeking National University displayed the true heart of a champion in gutting out a hard-fought 15-25, 25-23, 25-17, 13-25, 15-12 victory over gritty...

US government shutdown forces some overseas bases to stop paying workers

MADRID (AP) — The longest U.S. government shutdown on record is doing more than grind activities to a halt at home; an ocean away in Europe, local workers at...

Meralco picks up first EASL win in home debut

Iranian Asian import Sina Vahedi made quite an impression in his debut, steering Meralco to an 85-76 victory against Taoyuan Pilots for its first win in the...

Piolo, Joshua, Belle, Anne, and Regine pump up the excitement on 'ASAP in Vancouver Part 3' this Sunday

“ASAP” keeps the Vancouver celebration alive this Sunday (Nov.9), featuring remarkable numbers from Anne Curtis, Regine Velasquez, and “Meet, Greet &...

Parañaque gov't on full alert amid 'Uwan'

The Parañaque City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Council was placed on full alert to continuously monitor and coordinate response efforts,...

Over 992 families evacuated in Muntinlupa due to 'Uwan'

The Muntinlupa City government evacuated 992 families from high-risk areas due to super typhoon “Uwan” (“Fung-Wong”).  Mayor Ruffy Biazon earlier...

'Uwan' damages coastal homes in northern Capiz

ILOILO CITY – Typhoon Uwan’s strong winds wreaked havoc in coastal areas in northern Capiz province on Sunday, Nov. 9.A consolidated report form the...

Cainta mayor offers P300K reward after pump station robbery amid 'Uwan' threat

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Businessman gunned down in Bacolod

BACOLOD CITY – A 54-year-old businessman was shot dead in Barangay 23 here on Saturday night, Nov. 8.Police Major Joeil Reclamado, head of Police Station 4,...

Green swamp and onion layers: A review of 'Shrek The Musical'

Now showing at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Shrek the Musical is a fun-filled, engaging musical that will be a Christmas season family outing favorite....

Super Typhoon 'Uwan' felt in Bicol; close to 1M individuals preemptively evacuated

(UPDATED)Super Typhoon “Uwan” began battering parts of Bicol as authorities confirmed that nearly one million individuals have been preemptively evacuated...

Survey names IU best drama actor of the year, Lee Byung-hun best movie actor

Singer and actress IU, star of the hit series “When Life Gives You Tangerines,” has been named the best Korean drama actor of the year in a survey.  To...

Sabalenka overcomes Anisimova, battles Rybakina in title match at WTA Finals

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — No. 1-ranked Aryna Sabalenka reached the title match at the WTA Finals for the first time in three years after overcoming Amanda...

Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra grateful for support after fire destroys home

MIAMI (AP) — Flanked by his three children, Miami coach Erik Spoelstra spoke publicly Friday, Nov. 7, for the first time since fire burned down his residence...

Caloocan City placed under red alert status for effects of storm 'Uwan'

The Caloocan City government on Saturday, Nov. 8, placed the entire city under red alert status as a precautionary measure against the possible effects of...

Tiangco challenges House transparency, demands to see solons' DPWH project figures

Navotas City lone district Rep. Toby Tiangco is still demanding for transparency in the House of Representatives despite the recent change in leadership in...

Ombudsman Remulla confirms ICC arrest order vs Sen Bato Dela Rosa

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla confirmed on Saturday, Nov. 8, that an arrest warrant has been issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) against Sen....

FASHION PULIS: A red flag

Friends of Showbiz Scion (SS) are worried she might once again end up with a broken heart. Though SS is already of age, they are concerned about the new man in...

God knows your hearts

REFLECTIONS TODAYProceeding from the parable of the Dishonest Steward, Jesus teaches his disciples the value of being trustworthy.In one way or another, we are...

Palace: No confirmation yet on ICC arrest warrant vs Dela Rosa

Malacañang said it is yet to confirm whether the International Criminal Court (ICC) has indeed issued a warrant for the arrest of Senator Ronald “Bato”...

Calamity to calamity, election to election

HOTSPOTAs I write this, PAGASA is alerting the nation about a tropical cyclone (international name: Fung-Wong) currently at about 1,500 kilometers east of...

NLEX pounces on depleted ROS for bounce back win

NLEX pounced on the undermanned frontline of Rain or Shine and put up a dominant 105-91 victory in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup at the Ynares Center in...

Richard Gomez emotional as he makes movie comeback after seven years

Actor-politician Richard Gomez was emotional as he attended his first showbiz media conference in seven years for the upcoming thriller

Lahar threat looms over Mayon as Typhoon Uwan batters Bicol, warns Phivolcs

With Typhoon Uwan unleashing intense to torrential rainfall across Bicol, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Saturday, Nov. 8,...

Abra barges into North Finals; San Juan regains win form

The Abra Solid North Weavers cruised to the North Division finals, while the San Juan Knights get back on track on Friday, Nov. 7, in the MPBL 2025 Season at...

Marawi emerges as new hub for developing sports talent

MARAWI CITY—The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), in partnership with the Bangsamoro Sports Commission (BSC) and Mindanao State University (MSU), hosted the...

Entire government on full alert ahead of Typhoon Uwan—Marcos

President Marcos placed the entire government on full alert as Typhoon Uwan approached Northern Luzon, ordering swift preemptive evacuations, rapid-response...

Cayetano urges Senate to uphold rule of law amid rumored ICC arrest warrant vs Dela Rosa

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Saturday, Nov. 8 called on the Senate leadership to uphold the rule of law and the integrity of the institution...

6 villages in Cebu remain isolated

CEBU CITY – It has been almost a week since typhoon “Tino” battered Cebu province but several barangays in a mountainous town remain isolated.Balamban...

PAGASA raises Signal No. 3 in 5 areas as 'Uwan' rapidly intensifies near Bicol

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has raised Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 3 in five areas as...

Giannis, Bucks tame Bulls to begin NBA Cup title defense on a high

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 41 points, 15 rebounds and nine assists and the Milwaukee Bucks opened their NBA Cup title defense with a 126-110...

Maroons repeat over Warriors, boost drive for semis incentive

Reigning champion University of the Philippines dominated University of the East, 70-61, to boost its bid for a twice-to-beat advantage in the UAAP Season 88...

PH, China trade barbs over military exercises in West PH Sea

The Philippines and China exchanged sharp words anew over joint military exercises in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) as both sides accused the other of...

'Hindi dapat gawing taguan ang Senado': Makabayan solons react to rumored ICC arrest warrant vs Dela Rosa

The Senate shouldn't be reduced into a hiding place for Senator Ronald

UP shoots down Ateneo to finish fifth place; CSB settles for seventh

Games Saturday(Rizal Memorial Coliseum)1 p.m. FEU vs Adamson3:3o p.m. UST vs NUUniversity of the Philippines came back from a set down to clip Ateneo de...

Police recover P8-M smuggled cigarettes

BUTUAN CITY – Police intercepted a truck loaded with smuggled cigarettes worth P8 million in Sultan Naga Dimaporo town, Lanao del Norte province on Thursday,...

Nolcom on heightened alert as 'Uwan' nears Luzon

TARLAC CITY – The Armed Forces of the Philippines-Northern Luzon Command (Nolcom) has been placed on heightened alert in anticipation of typhoon...

Sea travel, activities in Caraga suspended

BUTUAN CITY – Operations of all vessels and watercraft in Surigao del Norte, Agusan del Norte, Dinagat Islands and Siargao Island were temporarily suspended...

Philippine Red Cross on full alert for Typhoon Uwan, continues response to 'Tino'-affected communities

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Saturday, November 8, said it has intensified its disaster preparedness measures nationwide as Typhoon Uwan (international...

Poor land use planning, slope development aggravate flooding in Cebu — DENR

Constructing structures that alter the natural environment inevitably produces consequences, an official of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources...

Pasig LGU sets up tents at evacuation sites ahead of 'Uwan'

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto said on Saturday, Nov. 8, that evacuation centers in the city are now ready in case they are needed, as the city prepares for the...

Romualdez looks back at 'Yolanda' tragedy; tells Pinoys to brace for 'Uwan'

As the people of Tacloban City, Leyte brace for typhoon

PLDT downs Galeries Tower, nears quarters berth

PLDT overcame Galeries Tower’s second-set assault and prevailed, 25-19, 19-25, 25-16, 25-21, to inch closer to a quarterfinals berth in the Premier Volleyball...

Filinvest Land earns fourth consecutive Golden Arrow for governance excellence

Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) continues to uphold its reputation as one of the country’s most trusted developers, earning its fourth consecutive Golden Arrow...

Montemaria Asia Pilgrims, Inc. to conduct Annual Stockholders' Meeting for 2025

Montemaria Asia Pilgrims, Inc. will conduct its annual meeting of stockholders on December 05, 2025, Thursday, 11:00 a.m. at Alpa Hotel, Tolentino Road,...

Rizal PPO to activate disaster response teams for 'Uwan'

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Eastern Samar gears up for typhoon

TACLOBAN CITY – Gov. Ralph Vincent Evardone has directed all local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Councils in Eastern Samar to implement preparedness...

Chot wants sense of urgency as TNT, Magnolia figure in titanic clash

TNT may have been sharing the top spot in the standings with Rain or Shine but head coach Chot Reyes was far from being satisfied especially with how his team...

Typhoon 'Uwan' threatens 8.4 million individuals; 'Tino' death toll rises to 204

Authorities warned that as many as 8.4 million people across several regions could be affected as Typhoon “Uwan” moved closer to Northern Luzon with the...

ZUS Coffee edge Choco Mucho, book quarterfinals berth

There’s no stopping ZUS Coffee.The Thunderbelles continued their dominant run, dismantling Choco Mucho, 25-20, 25-22, 24-26, 25-19, to remain unscathed and...

Let’s respect our churches

WORD ALIVEDouglas Hyde, a statesman, a once dedicated Communist and former editor of Britain’s communist paper, was converted to Catholicism. But prior to...

Bulldogs survive Falcons to secure first Final Four spot

National University showed poise down the stretch to carve out a 66-65 come-from-behind win over Adamson and secure the first Final Four spot in the UAAP Season...

Stockton dazzles as Converge avoids upset axe vs Blackwater

Alec Stockton dazzled on both ends of the floor as Converge evaded the upset axe from Blackwater, 99-94, to get back on the winning track in the PBA Season 50...

PBA postpones Sunday doubleheader due to Super Typhoon 'Uwan'

The PBA has taken precaution and suspended the scheduled doubleheader on Sunday, Nov. 9, at the Ynares Center in Montalban in anticipation of the incoming...

Kendrick Lamar leads 2026 Grammy nominations, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff and Cirkut

NEW YORK (AP) — Not like us? More like him: Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 Grammy Award nominations, announced Friday. The rapper is up for nine trophies...

UP dismantles UE to break eight-game skid; NUNS' Diakite posts rare triple-double

University of the Philippines unleashed a third-quarter surge to dismantle University of the East, 81-67, and snapped its eight-game skid in the UAAP Season 88...

Romualdez employs key lesson learned from 'Yolanda' as 'Uwan' threatens Leyte

Employing one of the lessons learned during the harrowing

Pangasinan implements pre-emptive evacuation, cancels classes Nov. 10

LINGAYEN, Pangasinan – Gov. Ramon Guico III has tasked the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) to closely coordinate with local...

DILG suspends foreign travel of local execs

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) ordered all elective local officials to refrain from travelling abroad from Nov. 9-15 amid the threat...

Cleansing of the temple

REFLECTIONS TODAYGospel • John 2:13-22 Since the Passover of the Jews was near, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. He found in the temple area those who sold oxen,...

Fo high-tech defense: House prodded to pass proposed P10-B drone program

The House of Representatives can help hasten the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and Philippine National Police's (PNP) plans to modernize their...

Typhoon 'Tino' inflicts ₱159-million damage to farm sector

The agriculture sector suffered ₱159.14 million in losses due to the onslaught of Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi), the Department of Agriculture...

Quezon cops brace for ‘Uwan’

LUCENA CITY, Quezon – Police in this province are ready for the onslaught of typhoon “Uwan.”Police Col. Romulo Albacea, Quezon police director, has...

Manila prepares evacuation centers, relief ops ahead of TS Uwan

As part of the city’s proactive measures in anticipation of the possible impact of Tropical Storm Uwan, Manila Mayor Francisco

P1.86 billion needed for school repairs after 'Tino', shearline damage hundreds of classrooms --- DepEd

The Department of Education (DepEd) said P1.86 billion is needed to repair classrooms damaged by Tropical Storm Tino and the shearline, which disrupted learning...

NCAA Season 101: Knights exact revenge on Heavy Bombers

Colegio de San Juan de Letran drew strength from its first-round loss to exact its revenge on Jose Rizal University, 85-71, and get back on the winning track of...

Why PH government, enterprises must adopt sovereign cloud

As digital transformation accelerates globally, digital sovereignty is becoming increasingly relevant among governments and organizations that want to keep full...

Philippine foreign reserves hit one-year high on gold surge

Fresh highs in gold reserves pushed the Philippines’ gross international reserves (GIR)—the country’s stock of United States (US) dollars and other...

Thousands flee ‘Uwan’ in Bicol

LEGAZPI CITY, Albay –Thousands of families in Bicol have evacuated to safer grounds as typhoon “Uwan” (international name “Fung-Wong”) approached the...

Canino draws Russian rival, keeps title bid alive in ASEAN chess tilt

Filipina teenage wonder Ruelle Canino drew with Russian Evgenija Ovod of Russia to keep her title and Woman Grandmaster hopes alive after the eighth and...

Ridon panel wants to hear Cimatu's side on dolomite beach controversy

Bicol Saro Party-list Rep. Terry Ridon says Roy Cimatu--the person who served as Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) secretary for the...

When power finally reaches far-flung communities

Life without electricity moves on a different clock. In many far-flung barangays in the Philippines, night still comes too soon. Before dusk settles in,...

Teodoro highlights PH-US alliance amid emerging threats, natural calamities

Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. on Saturday, Nov. 8, underscored the enduring strength of the Philippines–United States...

Periscope up for the arts and culture

Three media events I attended over two days helped bring home just how active and fertile a cultural scene we have going on. My only hope is that all these...

Meralco's billion bid to end Batangas' decades of darkness

After years of enduring brownouts stretching two to three hours on an oft-repeated cycle, consumers within the service domain of Batangas Electric Cooperative 2...

Sleeping giant no more: Subic Bay roars back with International Tourism Showcase 2026

Subic Bay is making a bold return to the global tourism stage with the launch of the Subic Bay International Tourism Showcase (Subic Bay ITS) 2026, happening on...

Mexican man found injured near Tagaytay creek

CAVITE – A Mexican man was found injured near a creek in Tagaytay on Wednesday night, Nov. 5.A report from the Police Regional Office 4A (PRO 4A) identified...

Tropical cyclone Uwan tracker

11 a.m., Nov. 8 PAGASA said Typhoon Uwan may shift slightly south, increasing the risk of a direct hit or landfall in Catanduanes.‘Uwan’ has rapidly...

Vintage Williams tows TNT past upset-conscious Terrafirma in OT

Kelly Williams turned back the clock and put up a vintage performance as TNT outlasted an upset-conscious Terrafirma in overtime, 109-95, in the PBA Season 50...

NCAA Season 101: Cardinals soar past Pirates to regain win form

Reigning champion Mapua bucked a lethargic start and hammered out a 78-73 triumph over Lyceum to return to the winning column of the NCAA Season 101 men’s...

Moira Dela Torre and Adie reimagine love's first chapter in 'Umpisa'

OPM’s ultimate hugot queen, Moira Dela Torre, joins forces for the first time with rising hitmaker Adie in their touching collaboration, “Umpisa,” now out...

PSEi falls to new 5-year low after GDP growth rate disappoints

Maynilad Water Services Inc.’s initial public offering (IPO) failed to buoy the market as the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) plunged to its lowest...

On authenticity: Actress Marian Rivera shares her thoughts on integrity and transparency with Nuwhite

Marian Rivera has once again been celebrated for her beauty, authenticity, transparency, and inner glow as a woman during the formal signing event of her...

Price freeze on basic goods in effect nationwide under state of calamity

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said a nationwide 60-day price freeze on basic goods is now in effect following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s...

OCD-6 urges pre-emptive evacuation as 'Uwan' nears

ILOILO CITY – The Office of Civil Defense-6 has urged local government units (LGUs) in Western Visayas region to order pre-emptive evacuation as tropical...

Trollano clutch as San Miguel hangs on to beat Magnolia

Don Trollano put together an efficient 29-point explosion as San Miguel saved some blushes after holding off a furious Magnolia comeback, 94-92, in the PBA...

Lineman electrocuted to death in Cebu

A lineman repairing power lines damaged by typhoon “Tino” in Cebu province was electrocuted on Thursday.The victim was identified as Junric Niñal Heraldez,...

Marikina to hold massive declogging, readies evacuation sites for 'Uwan'

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DENR forms joint inspection team to probe Monterrazas de Cebu project after flooding, ECC backlash

Following public outcry linking the Monterrazas de Cebu Project to recent flooding, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said it has...

Boy Abunda to artists: 'Be hungry, love what you do'

Making it big in show business takes more than just talent; it requires heart, hunger, and a clear sense of identity. This message resonated deeply in the...

What PAGASA's storm surge warnings mean for coastal communities

As Severe Tropical Storm Uwan (Fung-wong) nears the country, one of its major hazards is storm surge, locally called “daluyong ng bagyo.”The Philippine...

Southwoods gears up for Chairman's Charity Cup

Manila Southwoods Golf and Country Club is revving up for another edition of one of its most anticipated annual events – the Chairman’s Charity Cup, which...

DOJ set to conduct case build-up vs incumbent, ex-members of Congress in 6 'anomalous' flood control projects

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is ready to conduct a case build-up against former and incumbent members of Congress for alleged involvement in six anomalous...

Rep. Harold Duterte appeals: Set aside politics, help disaster victims

DAVAO CITY – Pwersa ng Pilipinong Pandagat Rep. Harold Duterte urged fellow government officials to set aside politics and focus on assisting Filipinos...

Black Friday protests: Teachers demand accountability over education corruption, salary hike

Teachers staged “Black Friday” protests on November 7 to demand accountability for alleged corruption in the education sector and to press for long-overdue...

Malabon LGU on alert for possible effects of storm 'Uwan'

The Malabon City government on Friday, Nov. 7, placed all its departments and barangays on alert as part of its preparations for Severe Tropical Storm...

GSIS offers emergency loans amid strong typhoons

The state-run Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has opened applications for its emergency loan following strong typhoons that ravaged the Philippines,...

Factory output grows in September despite weather disturbances

Despite ongoing weather disturbances, domestic factory output recorded year-on-year growth in September, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority...

Divine Adili provides relief for Eagles

Ateneo needed an answer after it got caught in a maze of blunders that pulled the Eagles down for an agonizing five-game losing skid.Then came Divine Adili.The...

Young tracksters Wangkay, Cesar earn SEAG spots

Young tracksters Pi Durden Wangkay and Naomi Cesar have earned slots to the Philippine athletics team in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand, the...

URC profit jumps on sugar, snack volume surge

Universal Robina Corp., the food and beverage arm of the Gokongwei Group, reported a 5.7 percent improvement in attributable net income to ₱8.48 billion for...

BSP to allow external access to borrowers' credit database in 2026

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)-supervised lenders could soon be armed with sharper tools for risk assessment and approve loans more swiftly, as the central...

DepEd ramps up learning recovery, braces for 'Uwan' after over 3,200 classrooms damaged by Typhoon Tino

The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday, November 7, said it has launched urgent rehabilitation and learning recovery efforts after “Tino” left...

San Miguel, Laguna join hands vs flooding

San Miguel Corp. has signed a memorandum of agreement with the provincial government of Laguna to expand its ongoing river cleanup and restoration to reduce...

Dawlah Islamiyah-Maute Group supporter nabbed

BUTUAN CITY – The Police Regional Office-10 arrested an alleged logistics provider of the Dawlah Islamiyah-Maute Group and former kidnap-for-ransom group...

Green shines in Phoenix debut as Suns top undermanned Clippers

PHOENIX (AP) — Jalen Green scored 29 points in his Phoenix debut, Devin Booker added 24 points and the Suns beat the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers,...

NU, UST clash for SSL glory

Games today:(Rizal Memorial Coliseum)11 a.m. San Beda vs CSB1 p.m. UP vs Ateneo4 p.m. NU vs USTFour-peat-seeking National University takes on a hungry...

PSBank's 9-month profit drops 29% to ₱2.85 billion

Philippine Savings Bank (PSBank), the thrift banking arm of the Metrobank Group, reported a 29-percent drop in net income to ₱2.85 billion in the first nine...

Depleted Rain or Shine stakes hot streak vs NLEX

Rain or Shine stakes its hot run and the chance to solidify its hold of the top spot when it takes on another playoff contender in NLEX in the PBA Season 50...

Ayala Group's IMI swings to profitability with $16-million core profit

The Ayala Group’s Integrated Micro-Electronics, Inc. (IMI) registered a core net income of $16.4 million in the first nine months of 2025, a significant...

Think tanks slash Philippine growth forecasts following dismal Q3

Two United Kingdom (UK)-based think tanks have slashed their 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecasts for the Philippines to well below the...

Saudi Aramco buys into Unioil for Philippine re-entry

Saudi Arabian oil giant Aramco has returned to the Philippine market after a 16-year absence, finalizing a deal to acquire a 25 percent equity stake in Unioil...

PCG, Marina directed to ensure maritime safety ahead of typhoon Uwan's impact

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) are leading preparedness efforts to ensure maritime safety as typhoon “Uwan” is...

Sotto denies shielding Romualdez: 'I have never protected anyone'

Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III denied protecting anyone amid discussions on whether former House Speaker Martin Romualdez may be invited to...

OCD ramps up preparations for 'Uwan' as death toll from 'Tino' climbs to 188

As the nation continues to reel from the devastation left by Typhoon Tino, which claimed the lives of at least 188 people as of Friday, Nov. 7, the Office of...

Perpetual battles San Sebastian

Perpetual aims for its ninth win and an outright quarterfinal berth when it faces San Sebastian in the NCAA Season 101 men's basketball tournament on Saturday,...

Carlos Yulo banners October achievers

Olympic golden boy Carlos Yulo, pool ace Chezka Centeno, boxing champ Melvin Jerusalem and top golfer Miguel Tabuena took turns flying the Philippine flag high...

Globe's GCash stake soars, mitigating overall 14% earnings decline

Globe Telecom Inc. reported a 14-percent drop in earnings in the first nine months of the year, amid lower revenues across key segments, with digital wallet...

UP overpowers Olivarez, earns semis spot in PG Flex Invitational

University of the Philippines continued its rampage, overpowering reigning UCAL titlist Olivarez College, 78-63, in the battle of frontrunners to advance to the...

China commissions new aircraft carrier as it seeks to extend power far from its coast

BANGKOK (AP) — China has commissioned its latest aircraft carrier after extensive sea trials, state media reported Friday, adding a ship that experts say will...

DPWH, MMDA scramble to finish delayed World Bank-funded Metro Manila flood control

The Philippines is rushing to complete a delayed World Bank-funded flood control project covering Metro Manila before the loan financing ends next year.In a...

Hindi 'to joke time! PNP backs legislation giving 'more teeth' to hunt bomb hoax offenders

The Philippine National Police (PNP) expressed support for a proposed measure in the Senate that seeks to impose stiffer penalties against individuals...

Canino dazzles anew; Frayna remains in title race

OZAMIZ—Ruelle Canino caught another big fish while Janelle Mae Frayna opted for a quick draw to remain in the title race after the sixth round of the 6th...

₱34-billion Maynilad offering lands as Philippines' second-largest IPO ever

West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. successfully debuted on the Philippine Stock Exchange after its ₱34.33 billion initial public offering...

RHEA Generics Supports Generics Awareness Month with DOH and Mercury Drug

Generics Awareness Month took center stage at the Mercury Drug Q-Plaza Branch in Cainta recently, where RHEA Generics, in support of the Department of Health...

Sabalenka eliminates Gauff to reach last four at WTA finals

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka earned a third straight group-stage win at the WTA Finals by beating Coco Gauff, 7-6 (5), 6-2, on...

Mining explorations in Nueva Vizcaya resume after court's order vs protesters

A court-ordered ban against protesters paved the way for the continuation of the government-approved exploration activities in more than 3,000 hectares of land...

The 49th PMAP Awards: A celebration of excellence in people management

The People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) celebrated excellence in people management during the 49th PMAP Awards Night held at NUSTAR Hotel...

Bulldogs, Maroons try to bolster semis bids

Games Saturday(UST Quadricentennial Pavilion)7:30 a.m. – NU vs Adamson (16U)9:30 a.m. – UP vs UE (16U)11:30 a.m. – UP vs UE (women’s)1:30 p.m. – UP vs...

P9.2B in UA-funded flood control projects failed to save Cebu, 2 other provinces--Tinio

Billions worth of flood control projects drawn from unprogrammed appropriations (UA)--P9.2 billion to be exact--failed to protect the Visayas from disastrous...

Pangilinan: Rice import ban extension timely, renews call to restore 35% tariff

Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan has welcomed the government’s decision to extend the rice import ban until the end of the year, saying it is a timely...

DILG and PhilHealth honor Manila LGU for outstanding medical, social service initiatives

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) gave due recognition to the Manila city...

Aklan formalizes objection vs Boracay bridge

ILOILO CITY — Amid growing opposition, the Aklan provincial government has formalized its objection to the proposal of San Miguel Corp. (SMC) to build a...

Cayetano backs giving ICI funding but pushes for law guaranteeing its independence

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano welcomed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s commitment to fund the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI)...

Grab, Move It, and DICT launch first Asenso Center to Scale an AI-enabled Gig Economy in the Philippines

Grab Philippines and Move It, in partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), officially inaugurated the Asenso Center...

DOE adds more winners under 4th green energy auction

After the auctions for solar, wind, and energy storage projects, the Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded more bidders under the fourth round of its Green...

Bicol braces for ‘Uwan’

LEGAZPI CITY, Albay – The Bicol region is preparing for tropical cyclone “Uwan.”Mayor Hisham Ismail here issued an executive order cancelling classes on...

Kris Lawrence among Top 100 Most Influential Filipinos

Kris Lawrence recently added another feather to his cap.The Prince of R&B, who earned the distinction of being among this year’s Top 100 Most Influential...

Mayor Jeannie leads continued aid, recovery for Catmon fire victims

Malabon City Mayor Jeannie Sandoval on Friday, Nov. 7, reaffirmed her commitment to help residents affected by the fire that struck Sitio 6, Barangay Catmon, as...

Defying market sentiments

It’s all systems go for the initial public offering (IPO) of Maynilad Water Services Inc., which is tagged to be the biggest stock offering in the last four...

Montemaria Asia Pilgrims, Inc. to hold Annual Stockholders' Meeting for 2025

Montemaria Asia Pilgrims, Inc. will hold its annual meeting of stockholders on December 05, 2025, Thursday, 11:00 a.m. at Alpa Hotel, Tolentino Road, Kumintang...

OceanaGold net income jump on higher gold prices

Listed mining firm OceanaGold (Philippines) Inc. (OGP) reported a 68-percent increase in its net profit during the first nine months, propelled by stronger gold...

DMCI earnings weighed down by energy, construction, cement units

Diversified engineering conglomerate DMCI Holdings Inc. reported a 22-percent drop in consolidated net income to ₱11.8 billion for the first nine months of...

What makes a super typhoon dangerous

As the Philippines braces for the arrival of a powerful tropical cyclone, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration...

Worse than expected: Philippine economic growth plunges to 4% in Q3

The Philippine economy slowed sharply in the third quarter of the year, posting a 4.0 percent year-on-year growth from the 5.5 percent recorded in the second...

Mabuhay Magazine takes flight once more

Philippine Airlines’ (PAL) official in-flight magazine, Mabuhay Magazine, has gone full swing for its return.To celebrate its return, a special event was held...

Saed El-Achkar on H&M's mission of 'liberating fashion for many'

For more than a decade, multinational fashion retailer H&M has been giving Filipinos tools for chic self-expression at a friendly price. Through the years, it...

A journey through Bali's temples, tradition, and timeless beauty

For cinephiles, Bali is the very definition of paradise, with its pristine mountains and beaches providing the perfect backdrop to its island culture. But for...

REDMI Pad Pro 2 Review: Finding balance between hustle and ease

It’s been a while since I last got my hands on a gadget review — let alone a tablet that actually fits into my kind of busy. Between managing sports teams,...

Viva artists and directors on doing vertical dramas

Known for their incredible success in TV and film, Viva is now aiming to make a bigger impact with  Viva Movie Box, a new streaming app focused on short,...

Mixed prices ahead: Gasoline down, diesel up next week

While oil prices are still expected to climb once more, motorists are about to experience a sense of relief at the gas pumps next week, as analysts projected a...

Ex-NBA player Damon Jones pleads not guilty in injury leak, poker scandal

NEW YORK (AP) — Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones pleaded not guilty Thursday, Nov. 6, to charges he profited from rigged poker games and...

Maya eyes enhanced cross-border banking with overseas account activation

HONG KONG — While still not taking steps to expand its market overseas, Manila-based Maya Bank is finding ways to enable account opening abroad to make...

Classrooms first: Building the future our children deserve

By MAYOR FRANCIS ZAMORAMETRO MATTERSThe Philippines today faces a sobering truth: We are short of 165,000 classrooms. Twelve years ago, that number was 55,000....

40 years of MTRCB

EDITORS DESKThe Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) proudly commemorated its 40th Founding Anniversary on Oct. 15, celebrating an...

Why indigenous consultation in urban planning must be real

NIGHT OWLWalk any city block and you’re moving across layered stories—rivers channeled into pipes, fields paved over, names translated or erased. Urban...

Coffee program's closing ceremony highlights coffee farmers' entrepreneurial journey

AVANT GARDENERI was invited to the closing ceremony of Nestle Philippines’ Project Coffee++ at the Sultan Kudarat Convention Center in Tacurong City, Sultan...

Save our planet; go clean energy all the way

The world is fast reaching a point of no return.When United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres declared that the goal of capping global warming at...

Prepare a full account of your stewardship

REFLECTIONS TODAYThe parable of the Dishonest Steward is problematic on two counts: one, the title itself is misleading; the other, in the last verse in which...

'Predator: Badlands' - Fresh hunting ground for the franchise

The way forward for big franchises these days is to have a steward, someone who understands what makes the universe beloved by its fans. Someone who, at the...

Business groups decry corruption's drag on waning Philippine growth

Business groups have called on the Marcos administration to hold public officials involved in the flood control scandal accountable, as economic growth slows to...

Philippine spot power prices jump 49% on quake, storm impact

Consumers may see an increase in their electricity bills this month after prices on the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) surged following recent...

Philippine agri-fisheries output grows 2.8% in Q3

The Philippines’ agriculture and fisheries output grew by 2.8 percent in the third quarter, as stronger crop and poultry production kept the country on track...

There will be more joy in heaven…

REFLECTIONS TODAYJesus continues to walk to Jerusalem and great crowds go with him (Lk 14:25). Along the way, he teaches the parable of the Lost Sheep in answer...

Tatak Pinoy: Building the future on Filipino excellence

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s issuance of Memorandum Circular No. 104 to roll out the Tatak Pinoy Strategy (TPS) signals a decisive push toward...

The rise of the news creator

EDITORS DESKFresh from the first day of the Asian Leaders Summit 2025 by the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) in Singapore, one...

Witch-hunts and red tagging's scourge in crucible of People Power

ENDEAVORAt the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, on Oct. 26, 2020, then Cavite Governor Jonvic Remulla publicly criticized Lt. Gen. Antonio Parlade Jr., who was...

SEC move to lift audit requirement for MSMEs a 'game changer', says Nazal

For Bagong Henerasyon (BH) Party-list Rep. Robert Nazal, the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposal to exempt micro, small and medium...

Czech Republic crowned Miss Earth 2025, speaks Filipino during final Q&A

Natalie Puskinova of the Czech Republic was crowned Miss Earth 2025, as she spoke partly in Filipino during the final question-and-answer round that drew cheers...

Six hair heroes that celebrate every curl

For years, curls were often seen as a challenge to be tamed rather than a texture to celebrate. But the new wave of curl care products has changed the...

Do honest people exist? Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino talk about alibis

How far are you willing to go to hide your darkest secrets?ABS-CBN stars Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino are set to return to Prime Video in a gripping...

Judge orders improvements at a Chicago-area immigration facility after claims of inhumane conditions

CHICAGO (AP) — A federal judge on Wednesday ordered authorities to improve a Chicago-area immigration facility after a group of detainees sued, alleging they...

When Kiko Barzaga became the platform

Cat filters and AI edits aren’t what you expect from a congressman, but Kiko Barzaga—the self-proclaimed Congressmeow of Cavite—has turned them into his...

OCD: 'Tino' death toll rises to 114, at least 127 more missing

At least 114 people were reported dead following the onslaught of typhoon “Tino”, almost all of the fatalities were in the Visayas which suffered the brunt...

Puerto Galera backs creation of new legislative district in Oriental Mindoro

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro – The town council of Puerto Galera has urged Congress to reapportion the current first congressional district for the creation...

400 informal settler families get interest-free lots from Cainta LGU

The local government of Cainta, Rizal, said around 400 informal settler families living along rivers and creeks in the municipality have been granted lots where...

Abacus Global Technovisions, Inc. to conduct Annual Stockholders' Meeting for 2025

Abacus Global Technovisions, Inc. will conduct its annual meeting of stockholders on November 27, 2025, Thursday at 3:00 p.m., via the Zoom video conferencing...

Anisimova outshines Swiatek, joins Rybakina in last four at WTA Finals

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Amanda Anisimova reached the last four of the WTA Finals by beating second-ranked Iga Swiatek, 6-7 (3), 6-4, 6-2, on Wednesday,...

MG Philippines extends support to Cebuanos affected by Typhoon Tino

MG Philippines expresses its heartfelt concern and solidarity with all Cebuanos who have been gravely affected by the devastation brought by Typhoon Tino. In...

Business groups demand public registry of rulings on gov't officials

Prominent business groups are calling for the establishment of a public registry of decisions involving government officials to promote transparency following...

Chinabank posts ₱20-billion profit at end-Sept. on loan expansion

China Banking Corp. (Chinabank), the lender co-controlled by the Sy and Dee families, sustained its income growth, posting a 10 percent rise in consolidated...

Goodbye queues? LRT-1, LRT-2 cashless system starts sooner than expected

HONG KONG — Time-consuming commuter lines in Metro Manila’s public rail systems could soon be reduced as the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is rolling...

Raffy Tulfo to push hazard pay, regular posts for MMDA enforcers and sweepers

Senator Raffy Tulfo has vowed to amend the Hazard Pay Law to include Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) traffic enforcers and street sweepers,...

Bank lending hits weakest in 14 months on cautious borrowers

Lending by big banks or universal and commercial banks (U/KBs) expanded even more slowly in September, as loans grew only by 10.5 percent from 11.2 percent in...

NCMF urges gov't agencies, Filipinos to join first observance of Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Day

All government agencies and the citizenry were encouraged by the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) to conduct educational activities for the...

Marcos approves national state of calamity after Typhoon 'Tino'

President Marcos has approved the declaration of a national state of calamity following the widespread devastation caused by Typhoon Tino, which struck large...

Elago echoes calls for independent inquiry on disastrous Cebu floods

Calls to investigate the flooding disaster in Cebu at the hands of Typhoon

NBA staff members meet congressional staffers to discuss gambling scandals

NBA staff members met with congressional staffers Wednesday, Nov. 5, to discuss the league’s relationship with sportsbooks and other matters related to the...

Flood control scandal drags down Philippines' Q3 growth, global banks warn

Most global financial institutions anticipate a sharp slowdown in the Philippine economy in the third quarter, as the massive flood control corruption scandal...

Tame inflation fuels bets on December BSP rate cut

Foreign banks believe that steady, below-target year-to-date inflation will allow the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to cut key interest rates by another 25...

MIC's Atty. Paul T. Salanga named top 10 general counsel

The Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) proudly announces that its Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, Atty. Paul T. Salanga, has been recognized by CEO...

Fewer Filipinos jobless in September, but more seek extra work—PSA

The country’s jobless rate eased slightly to 3.8 percent in September from 3.9 percent in August but remained higher than 3.7 percent in the same month last...

Bukidnon named official training hub for national boxers

MALAYBALAY, Bukidnon — The Philippine Sports Commission’s vision of establishing a regional training center for national boxers has officially come to...

Duterte team submits new evidence to ICC in drug war case

The defense team of former president Rodrigo Duterte has submitted a new batch of evidence to the International Criminal Court (ICC) in connection with the...

Palace: Marcos won't block release of his SALN

Malacañang said President Marcos will not prevent the release of his Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN) after several civil society groups...

5150 FAB Triathlon: Charting Bataan's path to global sports tourism

One year in the making, the inaugural 5150 FAB Triathlon is set to make history on Nov. 16, offering athletes a rare opportunity to fully immerse themselves in...

UP leans on Harold Alarcon in big win over UST

Harold Alarcon dug deep from his wealth of collegiate basketball experience and delivered key baskets to tow reigning champion University of the Philippines...

Port giant ICTSI posts 19% profit gain as global trade drives volume

Port operator International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) reported a 19 percent improvement in attributable net income to $751.56 million in the...

Big blow for ROS as Keith Datu suffers season-ending injury

Rain or Shine just couldn’t catch a break as big man Keith Datu suffered a season-ending knee injury after the Elasto Painters’ 91-80 victory over the...

BPI aims to double VYBE digital wallet users to five million

Bank of the Philippines Islands’ (BPI) digital wallet VYBE has partnered with Pay&Go to allow users to cash in for free at over 3,400 kiosks nationwide as...

Westbrook, Schroder fuel Kings win over Warriors

SACRAMENTO, California (AP) — Russell Westbrook posted his NBA-record 204th career triple-double and Dennis Schroder sparked a key fourth-quarter spurt that...

Magnolia sizes up playoff chances vs defending champ SMB

Magnolia is out to prove that its strong start is far from being a fluke as it faces defending champion San Miguel in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup at the...

MPower inks deal to supply 150-hectare Cavite industrial park

MPower, the retail electricity unit of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), has secured a deal to supply power to the 150-hectare industrial park in Cavite through...

Ducanes wins gold in Batang Pinoy

Pia Ducanes of Pasig City seized the gold medal in the Batang Pinoy 2025 cadet girls singles (14-15 years old) table tennis at the Lagao Gym in General Santos...

SSS opens calamity loan window for typhoon-hit Cebu members

The Social Security System (SSS) announced that its members in Cebu affected by Typhoon Tino may avail of the Calamity Loan Program (CLP) starting today, Nov....

Converge earnings up 8% in first 9 months

Telco-to-tech provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. sustained its upward momentum this year, posting an eight-percent growth in earnings from January to...

First-ever sensory lab opening soon at SM Supermalls

In line with its mission to create a mall for all, SM Supermalls, through its corporate social responsibility arm SM Cares, will soon open the first-ever SM...

Manila Bulletin's Derco Rosal wins Bright Leaf Award

A story from the Manila Bulletin detailing the major threats facing the local tobacco sector was among the winners at the 18th Bright Leaf Agriculture...

Cordillera readies for incoming storm 'Uwan'

BAGUIO CITY – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)-Cordillera has activated its quick response teams and prepositioned relief supplies in...

'Tino' death toll in Negros Occidental rises to 44

BACOLOD CITY – The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) reported that the death toll from typhoon “Tino” has increased to 44,...

Fire hits prayer park in Pangasinan

A fire of still unknown origin hit the Saint Vincent Ferrer Prayer Park in Barangay Bani, Bayambang, Pangasinan on Thursday, Nov. 6.Police said the fire started...

'Walang ebidensya': Acidre shuts down corruption narrative vs Romualdez

Tingog Party-list Rep. Jude Acidre tried to knock sense into all those eagerly linking Leyte 1st district Rep. Martin Romualdez to various allegations of...

P35-M aid distributed to 'Tino' victims in Caraga

BUTUAN CITY – Victims of typhoon “Tino” in the Caraga region have received P35 million worth of assistance from the government through local government...

Clark Water commits ₱17.3 billion until 2040 to secure Clark Freeport's water supply

Clark Water Corp., an operating unit under Manila Water Philippine Ventures, is positioning the Clark Freeport Zone (CFZ) for its next stage of industrial and...

Quezon notches 9th straight win; Caloocan breaks through

Reigning champion Quezon Tangerines extended its tear to nine straight wins as the Caloocan AM Spikers finally barged into the win column in the 2025 Maharlika...

Local stocks rise as earnings outweigh peso weakness

The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) rose, recouping losses in thin trading as positive corporate earnings buoyed sentiment.The main index gained 17.53...

Honoring history through sport, BingoPlus sponsors the Leyte Liberation Golf Cup

Commemorating the heroic event that continues to live on till this day, on October 18 and 19, the annual Leyte Liberation Golf Cup sponsored by BingoPlus, was...

Philippines to raise rice import tariff up to 25% starting January

The government will raise the current tariff rate on imported rice, set at 15 percent, starting in January to coincide with the lifting of the suspension on...

MOVIEGOER: Remembering Dondon Nakar

DA sets price cap on imported red onions to curb soaring cost

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to introduce a maximum suggested retail price (MSRP) on imported red onions to bring down prices, which have soared to...

Cool Smashers turn back persistent Chameleons, boost quarters bid

Defending champion Creamline bucked a first-set hiccup and turned back a persistent Nxled side, 20-25, 25-13, 25-16, 25-18, to boost its quarterfinal campaign...

Tigresses near UAAP elims sweep

University of Santo Tomas is keeping its eyes on the biggest prize in UAAP women's basketball, and its overwhelming performance so far should prove the...

Fire severely damages Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra's home

CORAL GABLES, Florida (AP) — Fire destroyed a home owned by Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra early Thursday, Nov. 6, with officials saying more than 20 units...

Super Spikers edge Chargers, bolster Top 8 campaign

Cignal displayed an all-around game and downed Akari, 25-21, 23-25, 25-20, 25-20, at the start of its second phase campaign in the Premier Volleyball League...

Producer Marcos Mamay taps Ejay Falcon as lead for 'Mangyan' movie

Hon. Marcos Mamay, Vice Mayor of Nunungan, is set to expand his filmmaking ventures with an exciting new project: the upcoming Mangyan movie, directed by Neal...

Myrna Esguerra on 63rd Miss International: 'I am eager to be there and shout Philippines!'

Following more than a year of preparations, Myrna Esguerra of Abra is all set to compete at the 63rd Miss International beauty pageant in Tokyo, Japan, on Nov....

More teams, more fun in 75th Fil-Am Invitational

Expect a bigger Fil-Am Invitational in the City of Pines with the 75th edition promising the grandeur of competition and the best shape of both the Baguio...

Empowering women, a foundation of peace

BEYOND BUDGETAssalamu alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.After the Philippines' successful participation in the Open Government Partnership (OGP) Global...

He cannot be my disciple

REFLECTIONS TODAYOn their way to Jerusalem, Jesus teaches the people who are walking with him that if they really want to be his disciples, they must do two...

Cyberbullies’ latest victim

THE VIEW FROM RIZALWe stand by the family of “Kuya” Kim Atienza in this sad moment in their lives following the demise of their daughter Emmanuelle, known...

Make access to AI a human right

NIGHT OWLWe don’t mint new human rights lightly. But we should add one now: the right to access capable, safe AI. Around the world, language is the gateway to...

Soft launch? Daniel Padilla and Kaila Estrada's Halloween, date photos thrill fans

Fans can't get enough of the photos of Kapamilya actors Daniel Padilla and Kaila Estrada in their Halloween costumes.On Instagram, uploaded by...

Inflation holds steady at 1.7% in October

Inflation rate held steady at 1.7 percent last month, matching the pace seen in September, as sharp acceleration in housing-related expenses offset the...

Southwest Airlines expands Asia access via PAL interline deal

Southwest Airlines Co. formalized a new ticketing partnership with Philippine Airlines (PAL), allowing passengers to book trans-Pacific...

When stop-losses don’t stop losses

On Oct. 10, 2025, global markets plunged after United States (US) President Donald Trump announced he would impose an additional 100-percent tariff on goods...

Philippines' PAYS0, Hong Kong's LianLian ink deal for faster, cheaper remittances

HONG KONG — Manila-based PAYS0 has entered a partnership with Hong Kong-based LianLian Global to streamline cross-border money transfers, aiming to eliminate...

Climate-fighting efforts show slight gain but still fall far short - UN

All nations of the world had homework this year: submit new-and-improved plans to fight climate change. But the plans they handed in “have barely moved the...

Government shutdown becomes the longest on record as fallout spreads nationwide

WASHINGTON (AP) — The government shutdown has entered its 36th day, breaking the record as the longest ever and disrupting the lives of millions of Americans...

Abacus Global Technovisions, Inc. to hold Annual Stockholders' Meeting for 2025

Abacus Global Technovisions, Inc. will hold its annual meeting of stockholders on November 27, 2025, Thursday at 3:00 p.m., via the Zoom video conferencing...

Loan cost caps ahead: Recto orders SEC to tighten rules slapped on lenders

Exploitative lending and financing firms could soon lose their grip on desperate borrowers as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) moves to finalize...

Crasto takes helm at Mastercard Philippines to advance inclusion roadmap

Mastercard Inc. has appointed Jason Crasto as its new country manager for the Philippines, placing a veteran with two decades of industry experience in charge...

Globe brings next-generation authentication to benefit millions of customers through its API portfolio

Globe Telecom is advancing the nation’s digital security through its Application Programming Interface (API) ecosystem. Following its GSMA certification on...

Inflation holds steady at 1.7% in October as rice prices continue to decline

The country’s inflation rate held steady at 1.7 percent in October, unchanged from the previous month and lower than the 2.3 percent recorded in October 2024,...

McDonald's Philippines clinches coveted PMAP 'Employer of the Year' award

McDonald’s Philippines triumphed at this year’s People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) Awards by bagging the coveted Employer of the Year...

D&L sees stronger 2026 with exports growth, lower interest rates

D&L Industries Inc., the country’s top specialty food ingredients and oleochemicals producer, is optimistic that 2026 will be a better year for its business...

FNI ownership shifts as detained chair Sy divests bulk of stake

Businessman Joseph C. Sy divested 31 percent of his ownership in Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc. (FNI) to Senior Vice President Mary Belle Bituin, transferring...

Jonathan Bailey named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive

Something has changed for “Wicked” star Jonathan Bailey, something is not the same — he is People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2025.The magazine’s...

MBC: Bad gov't rules scaring off investors in waste-to-energy

The Makati Business Club (MBC) is urging the government to streamline policies and intensify efforts to reduce landfill waste ahead of the upcoming Green Energy...

DOE names five locations for power-from-trash facilities

The Department of Energy (DOE) has identified five potential sites for waste-to-energy (WtE) projects under the sixth round of the Green Energy Auction, with a...

Philippines formally applies to join Trans-Pacific trade pact to expand market access

The Philippines has submitted its application to become a member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) as part of...

Steady inflation clears path for BSP easing in December

While consumer price increases moved at a steady pace in October, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said potential tariff hikes on imported rice and a...

Monde Nissin core profit dips on oil costs, meat alternative losses

Food and beverage firm Monde Nissin Corp. reported a 3.5 percent dip in attributable core net income to ₱7.2 billion in the first nine months of year, hurt by...

Enrollment surge fuels 38% profit increase at STI Holdings

STI Education Systems Holdings Inc. posted a 38 percent jump in net income to ₱2.22 billion for the fiscal year ended June 30 this year from ₱1.61 billion...

PSEi dips as Philippine growth worries spook investors

The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) continued its slide, dropping 48.98 points or 0.83 percent to close at 5,818.06 on Wednesday, Nov. 5, driven by...

WTFU by MR. FU: The vlogger on Vivamax

Gelo Tuazon used to act on teleseryes and drama anthologies. (parang suki sa palengke lang ha!) He has worked with actors Carlo Aquino, Gerald Anderson and...

Nawat Itsaragrisil apologizes to Miss Universe '25 candidates, pageant fans: 'I'm sorry'

In a gesture of respect, Nawat Itsaragrisil, Vice President of Miss Universe Asiana and President of Thailand as the Host Country, apologized to the candidates...

PLDT earnings rise, shrug off impact of Maya's gambling site delink

Telecommunications giant PLDT Inc. posted higher earnings in the third quarter even as its digital bank arm, Maya, experienced a slight setback in its growth...

Thunder surge past Clippers for eighth straight win

INGLEWOOD, California (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 30 points and 12 assists and the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder extended their...

Eagles turn back Warriors to snap losing skid

Ateneo recovered just in time and essayed a come-from-behind 78-74 win over University of the East to break its five-game slide in the UAAP Season 88 men’s...

LIV Golf to expand to 72 holes in a bid for world ranking points

LIV Golf, the Saudi-funded league known for its 54-hole events with shotgun starts, is expanding to 72 holes for the 2026 season and adding a few extra...

ERC proposes national fund to give 100% power discounts to poor

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is moving to create a uniform national lifeline subsidy rate (UNLSR) that would fund 100 percent electricity bill...

Dasma stays perfect, clinches first F4 ticket

As expected, Dasma Monarchs cruised to a 25-13, 25-17, 25-21 win over the Pasay Lady Voyagers to clinch an early Final Four ticket in the resumption of 2025...

At least 91 dead as Cebu bears brunt of 'Tino;' potential super typhoon being monitored – OCD

(UPDATED)Typhoon “Tino” left a deadly trail across the Visayas region with at least 91 fatalities reported, most of them from Cebu, as government agencies...

Korean action-thriller series 'The Manipulated' premieres on Disney+

“The Manipulated, a new action-thriller Korean series starring Ji Chang-wook and Do Kyung-soo, premiered on Disney+ on Nov. 5.  The series, which also stars...

Kris Aquino sighted in Tarlac

After years of battling multiple autoimmune diseases that kept her largely out of the public eye, Kris Aquino was recently spotted in Tarlac, her home province....

K-pop idol-actor Do Kyung-soo signs up with new agency

K-pop idol-actor Do Kyung-soo, known as EXO’s D.O., has found a new agency to manage his individual activities.  Do Kyung-soo has signed up with Blitzway...

Battle royale of wills: A review of 'Bugonia'

Pangilinan won't rule out Smart Money revival

Tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan is not ruling out plans to revive Smart Money, a pioneer in the mobile wallet space, despite the executive leading its comeback...

Titan Ultra pulls away late to frustrate Blackwater, snap four-game slide

Fran Yu steadied the ship as Titan Ultra pulled away in the final frame to take down Blackwater, 97-86, and arrest a four-game slide in the PBA Season 50...

Harold Alarcon to the rescue as UP escapes UST

Harold Alarcon displayed veteran poise and steered reigning champion University of the Philippine to an 89-88 win over University of Santo Tomas to seize the...

Asistio, Mamuyac connive as ROS seizes solo lead with win over Phoenix

Anton Asistio and Gian Mamuyac provided a deadly one-two punch as Rain or Shine kept Phoenix at bay, 91-80, to seize the solo lead in the PBA Season 50...

Power drag weighs on Aboitiz Equity's nine-month results

Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc. (AEV) reported an eight percent dip in consolidated net income to ₱17.3 billion in the first nine months of the year, from...

GOSSIP GIRL: Tuesday Vargas on life and pain

Long before the world knew Tuesday Vargas as one of the funniest women in Philippine entertainment, I already saw it — that spark, that rare blend of wit and...

Local stocks snap selloff as bargain hunting step in

The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) rallied on bargain hunting following Monday’s steep selloff, with a stronger peso and improved manufacturing data...

SMC's Northern Cement earns top honors for water savings, wastewater recycling

Large-scale water savings achieved through an advanced rainwater harvesting system and state-of-the-art wastewater recycling facilities earned top honors for...

Miss Universe vows fairness, transparency in selection process

The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) has pledged fairness and transparency throughout the selection process at the 74th Miss Universe Competition, currently...

'The Next Ones' Isha Ponti and Andrea Gutierrez ready for a major concert

Young emerging artists, singer-songwriter Isha Ponti and bossa nova singer Andrea Gutierrez, have gained recognition in the music scene as front-act performers...

American tech firm DXC launches Philippine innovation hub

American technology services provider DXC Technology is expanding its presence in the Philippines with the launch of its first client experience center,...

Diane Ladd, three-time Oscar nominee, dies at 89

OJAI, Calif. (AP) — Diane Ladd, a three-time Academy Award nominee and actor of rare timing and intensity whose roles ranged from the brash waitress in...

BSP policy rate to fall to 4.25% by H1 2026—MUFG

Japanese financial giant MUFG Bank Ltd. expects the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to lower its key interest rate to 4.25 percent by the middle of next year,...

Metrobank hits record ₱37-billion net earnings on strong loan growth

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) announced a record ₱37.3 billion in net earnings in the first nine months of the year, a 4.3 percent increase from...

Make people come in that my home may be filled

REFLECTIONS TODAYThe Gospel reading is the third in a series of teachings about banquets and invitations. This time it is the Messiah who throws a banquet.He...

Ayala's ACEN completes one of Australia's largest solar projects

Ayala-led energy firm ACEN Corp. announced its Stubbo Solar project in Australia is now fully operational, marking the fruition of one of its key renewable...

K-pop girl group KiiiKiii to release new song 'To Me From Me'

K-pop girl group will be releasing a new digital single titled “To Me From Me” on Nov. 4, a retro-tinged song that shares the same fictional universe with...

US cautions nations on Russian, Chinese nuclear reactor reliance

The United States (US) has issued warning that the increasing dominance of China and Russia in the global nuclear power industry—particularly in the...

Philippine meat imports surge 17% on lower tariffs

The country’s meat imports increased by 17 percent to over 1 million metric tons (MT) from January to August, as traders ramped up purchases to take advantage...

Tension at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant escalates as several candidates walk out of the event

The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) has vowed to uphold transparency, respect, and unity to ensure the success of the 74th Miss Universe beauty pageant in...

The Philippines need not de-industrialize Part 2

DMCI Mining is only one of the Philippine conglomerates that are bullish about mining in Palawan, despite the negative perceptions of some stakeholders in the...

Marcos admin beats borrowing target with ₱60-billion debt sale

The government raised ₱60 billion, surpassing its target at a debt auction, as the Marcos administration sold a combination of two government bonds and a...

K-pop group ARrC drops new music with Billlie's Moon Sua X Siyoon

Multinational K-pop group ARrC released a new single album, “CTRL+ALT+SKIID,” which features Billlie’s Moon Sua X Siyoon.  It includes the title track...

Philippine export boom seen losing steam—OCBC

Despite a strong export performance in the first nine months of 2025, Singapore-based Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp. Ltd. (OCBC) expects sales of Philippine-made...

Reflections on a historic week in Asia

#MINDANAOReturning from the capital of the Republic of Korea, I appreciated being there while the Asia Pacific Economic Conference (APEC) convened, and the...

Rolls-Royce on the block: Discaya's seized fleet auctioned

In a move to recoup public funds, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) announced a public auction for seven high-value motor vehicles seized from the family of...

The Philippines — land of ghosts

UNDER THE MICRCOSCOPEHalloween is a corruption of the Christian feast of All Hallows Day, dedicated to the saints (hallows) and our dear departed kin. It has...

Shifting the BPO industry to value-based services

Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving a transformation within the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry – leading to new roles, increased...

Ayala Corp. wins 5 Golden Arrow Awards, highest honor for good governance

Ayala Corp. recently won the 5 Golden Arrow Award, the highest recognition for excellence in corporate governance among publicly listed companies in the...

Ian De Leon: Work has begun for the Nora Aunor Museum

The late National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Nora Aunor's star continues to shine, as her son, Ian de León, confirmed that they have started curating...

South Korean president calls for aggressive AI, defense spending in budget speech

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday called for tripling the government spending on projects for expanding artificial...

Navigating the customer service maze

TECH4GOODDespite the many digital channels available for customer service, many feel that getting support from their favorite telecom provider, bank, or even...

Lee Kuan Yew's youngest son slams Singapore's plan to preserve family home as national monument

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Singapore’s plan to preserve founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew’s home as a national monument was condemned by his...

First Gen eyes Agus-Pulangi rehab to expand hydropower portfolio

Lopez-led First Gen Corp. (FGen) has expressed interest in potentially taking on the rehabilitation of Agus-Pulangi Hydropower Complex (APHC) in Mindanao as it...

Leasing-powered Megaworld records 14% profit surge in first nine months

Buoyed by the solid performance of its core businesses, top township developer Megaworld Corp. saw its nine-month net income surge 14 percent to nearly ₱18...

BSP moves to list digital bank OPS with higher reporting violation fines

Alongside re-categorizing non-bank operators of payment systems (OPS), the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is seeking to include digital banks in the list of...

Hong Kong wants more Chinese fintech firms to operate in Philippines

HONG KONG — InvestHK, the investment promotion arm of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government, said it would like to see more Hong...

Domestic demand to counter global slowdown—BSP

The Philippines’ domestic-oriented economy is expected to shield the country from the full impact of global slowdowns, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)...

Ayala Land scion, RLC chief join Forbes Asia's top businesswomen

Filipina property executives Mariana Zobel de Ayala and Mybelle V. Aragon-Gobio were named to Forbes Asia’s 2025 list of the region's Power Businesswomen,...

DA sets ₱210/kg hog floor price to combat import flood

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to impose a floor price for live hogs at ₱210 per kilo, as the government works to help hog raisers recover from...

ICCP: Corporate earnings growth may push PSEi to 6,400 in 6 months

Despite prevailing market uncertainties, Investment & Capital Corp. of the Philippines (ICCP) remains cautiously optimistic and projects a potential rebound in...

BPI prepares for Apple Pay, Google Pay's Philippine launch next year

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) expects its card products to be ready for tokenization by next year, positioning the Ayala-led lender for the...

Weaving prosperity and heritage: How microfinance empowers indigenous entrepreneurs

FROM THE MARGINSFor Estrellita Godwino Tuan — fondly called Jie — the rhythmic weaving of t’nalak cloth is more than art. Born and raised in Lake Sebu,...

RCBC lends ₱826 million to Yuchengco-led RE firm for Pangasinan solar project

Yuchengco-led Bugallon Green Energy Corp. (BGEC) has secured an ₱826-million loan facility from also Yuchengco-led Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) to...

Belle earnings lower due to drop in City of Dreams Manila profit

Belle Corp., the leisure arm of the SM Group, reported a 14-percent drop in net income to ₱1.32 billion for the first nine months of 2025 from the ₱1.53...

K-drama 'Marry My Husband' star Lee Yi-kyung files criminal complaint vs woman

Korean actor Lee Yi-kyung of the K-dramas “Marry My Husband” and “Marry You” has filed a criminal complaint with the police against a woman who exposed...

PSEi plummets to 3-year low on panic selling

The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) crashed to its lowest level in three years, wiping out gains amid a market-wide panic triggered by persistent...

PEZA, partners to open AI tech academy in Cebu

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is set to open an artificial intelligence (AI) training academy in Cebu to equip ecozone workers and entrepreneurs...

EastWest Bank's core businesses drive 14% profit growth

The Gotianun Group’s East West Banking Corp. (EastWest) posted a 14-percent growth in net income to ₱6.6 billion in the first nine months of the year on the...

Pagcor's profit jumps 49% billion at end-Sept. on modernization drive

State-run Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) reported a 49 percent increase in net income for the first nine months of the year to ₱14.32 billion...

Boy band &Team's 'Back to Life' No. 1 on weekly album chart

&Team, HYBE’s Japan-based boy band, continued their success with their debut Korean album “Back to Life.” According to Korea’s Hanteo Chart, &Team’s...

PEZA eyes new Korean investments, woos Samsung suppliers

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) expects to attract new investments from South Korean manufacturing and technology companies that have expressed...

PAL, PNB renew partnership to boost Mabuhay Miles

Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Philippine National Bank (PNB), both owned by taipan Lucio Tan, have renewed their co-brand partnership to elevate travel and...

'Bluey's Big Play' is coming to PH from July 31 to Aug. 9, 2026

Wackadoo! Following a highly successful global tour, Bluey, Bingo, Mum, and Dad are heading to the Philippines for the first time for a series of shows in...

Justin Vasquez releases 'Yours' — a soulful R&B ballad that feels like forever

AFTER a year of wins and wave-making releases, Filipino R&B sensation Justin Vasquez opens the final quarter of 2025 with his most heartfelt track yet —...

Fewer banks expect steady household, business loans in Q4

Fewer Philippine banks expect demand for household and business loans to remain steady in the fourth quarter of the year, according to the Bangko Sentral ng...

Trade dialogue opens door to new Philippine-Peru pact

The Philippines is eyeing another potential free trade agreement (FTA) with a South American country as it agreed to further strengthen economic cooperation...

DOE pushes sustainable small-scale coal mining framework

The Department of Energy (DOE) is advancing efforts to modernize and strengthen the framework for small-scale coal mining (SSCM) in the Philippines, aiming to...

Philippine manufacturing returns to growth in October despite weather disruptions

Despite weather disturbances, the Philippines’ manufacturing sector returned to growth in October, with the purchasing managers’ index (PMI) climbing back...

Gallup Korea releases top 20 favorite TV shows in October

Polling firm Gallup Korea released the top 20 favorite TV shows in South Korea for October.  Gallup Korea conducted a nationwide survey in South Korea among...

'Regretting You' and 'Black Phone 2' neck-in-neck on slow Halloween box office weekend

The movie exhibition business is closing out one of its slowest Octobers in over 25 years with a sluggish Halloween weekend. Studios avoided opening any major...

Alternergy becomes first PSE-listed firm to receive SEC green equity label

Renewable energy (RE) pioneer Alternergy Holdings Corp. has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its Green Equity Label,...

Will Ashley slams bashers who wish his mom dead

Former Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition 2nd Big Winner Will Ashley took to social media to warn bashers who allegedly wished his mom would die.On Nov....

Global scotch headwinds drag down Emperador earnings

Global headwinds for its scotch business dragged down earnings for Emperador Inc., the spirits unit of Alliance Global Group, with attributable net income...

Corruption, global woes dim Balisacan's Q3 growth forecast

The country’s chief economist expressed a less optimistic outlook for third-quarter growth, noting that both domestic—including the flood control corruption...

Tatak Pinoy plan to boost manufacturing sector, says DTI

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) expects the recently launched Tatak Pinoy Strategy (TPS), the government’s 10-year national industrial roadmap, to...

BPI eyes bigger bond in 2026 on strong loan demand

After seeing strong demand for its recent sustainability bond, the Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) announced it is considering another bond...

Powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake shakes northern Afghanistan, killing at least 5 people

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake shook northern Afghanistan before dawn Monday, killing at least five people and injuring 143...

Zero hour: Clean energy, nuke and COP 30's inflection point

Singapore/Belém, Brazil – Global energy stakeholders have been in overdrive in recent days. From the charged discussions at last week’s Singapore...

Local stocks brace for Maynilad IPO, inflation, economic growth data

Stock market investors will focus on a data-heavy week, with trading cues centered on the release of inflation and economic growth figures and the highly...

Israel says it received the remains of 3 hostages from Gaza as fragile ceasefire holds

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel on Sunday announced that the remains of three hostages had been handed over from Gaza and would be examined by forensic experts, as a...

Controversy greets 2025 Miss Universe candidates in Thailand

A controversy is brewing at the 2025 Miss Universe Competition, currently underway in Thailand, following the official statement of the Miss Universe...

NDA banks on new livestock law to boost milk sufficiency

The National Dairy Authority (NDA) is banking on the newly signed law creating an annual ₱20-billion fund to help construct new stock farms as part of its...

More exploration deals in the works, says DOE

The Department of Energy (DOE) is ramping up energy investments in the country as it expects the signing of three additional service contracts (SCs) that would...

Courage, integrity, loyalty: The PMA spirit lives on

BARRACKS AND STRATEGYOn Oct. 25 every year, the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) celebrates its foundation anniversary. We salute not just an institution on...

SEC wants to exempt more MSMEs from filing audited financial statements

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) wants to exempt more corporations from the mandatory submission of audited financial statements, in a bid to...

Foreign banks forecast 'sharp' slowdown in Q3 growth

Foreign banking giants have forecast that flood control scandals, which were a major red flag for investors, caused economic growth to slow “sharply” in the...

Praying for our beloved dead

REFLECTIONS TODAYWe, Catholics, believe that there is such a thing as purgatory. It is a place or a state of being in which the souls are purified before they...

Dodgers prevail in Game 7, become first repeat champion in 25 years

TORONTO (AP) — Will Smith homered in the 11th inning after Miguel Rojas connected for a tying drive in the ninth, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Toronto...

Ginebra blasts NLEX to stop two-game slide

Barangay Ginebra went off to a hot start and never looked back to rip NLEX apart, 104-74, and arrest a two-game slide in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup at the...

'Walong Libong Piso' extended, set to receive awards

The daring movie

Dondon Nakar, matinee idol of the 70s, passes away at 66

Dondon Nakar, a matinee idol of the mid-to-late 1970s, passed away quietly on November 1 at his home in Mandaluyong City. His wife, Candy Nakar, said the former...

LOOK: PH bet Ahtisa Manalo arrives in Thailand for 2025 Miss Universe, receives a warm welcome from fans

The candidates for the 2025 Miss Universe beauty pageant began arriving in Thailand on Sunday, Nov. 2. While some of the girls have arrived earlier, Nov. 2 is...

'Jeproks, The Musical' brings Pinoy rock spirit to the stage

Pinoy rock takes center stage as

US and China agree to set up direct military communication channels

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Sunday that Washington and Beijing would establish military-to-military communications...

Andrew will head into exile at King Charles' private and remote Sandringham estate

LONDON (AP) — Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, the disgraced younger brother of King Charles III, is going into internal exile that will see him further hidden...

BingoPlus celebrates Asian drag excellence as Drag Race Philippines Slaysian Royale concludes

The drag community celebrated uniqueness, talent, and Asian excellence with BingoPlus as Asia crowned the first-ever Drag Race Philippines Slaysian Royale...

Kuya Kim Atienza emotional as he opens up about Emman's death: 'I didn't know that deep inside she is suffering'

Television host Kuya Kim Atienza was emotional in his first interview about the death of his daughter Emman, who passed away in Los Angeles, California, on Oct....

'OPM: Then & Now,' a rare concert at The Music Museum

Congress holds special screening for filing of the Lakambini honoring women heroes

Lawmakers are set to file the Lakambini Act of 2025, a proposed measure that seeks to institutionalize the study of Filipino women heroes in the curricula of...

A new dawn for Timor Leste and ASEAN

PEACE-MAKERThere are moments in our shared Asian journey that linger — echoes of hope, struggle, and reconciliation. One such moment now unfolds as...

Today is my hour, tomorrow is yours!

THROUGH UNTRUEAt the gate of an old cemetery, a weathered sign bore a chilling message: “Today is my hour; tomorrow is yours.” It was as if the dead...

KimPau, Joshua Garcia, Belle Mariano, and Klarisse de Guzman fire up the celebration on 'ASAP in Vancouver Part 2' this Sunday

“ASAP”  continues its party in Vancouver as it showcases stellar performances from Kim Chiu, Paulo Avelino, Joshua Garcia, Belle Mariano, and Klarisse De...

Alexa Roder aims for a back-to-back win for Australia at Miss Earth 2025

Miss Earth Australia 2025 Alexa Roder is aiming for a back-to-back victory for her country as she competes at the 25th Miss Earth beauty pageant at Okada Manila...

K-pop idol, actor Taecyeon announces he is getting married to longtime girlfriend

Korean actor Ok Taecyeon, 36, a member of K-pop boy band 2PM, announced that he is getting married to his longtime girlfriend next year.  Taecyeon made the...

Cha Eun-woo emcees, G-Dragon performs at APEC Economic Leaders' Gala Dinner

K-pop idol and actor Cha Eun-woo became the emcee while Big Bang’s G-Dragon performed at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Gala...

The only tragedy is not to enter heaven

WORD ALIVEA lady told a friend: “When I die, I want my remains cremated and my ashes scattered at the mall.”The friend was aghast and asked: “Ashes at the...

For theirs is the kingdom of heaven

REFLECTIONS TODAYThe Gospel reading—the Beatitudes—spells out simply how we can be holy and become saints. Blessed are we if we keep the eight Beatitudes,...

Big balls of candlewax, picnics, and other stories

HOTSPOTGrowing up in the 1980s, the annual event “Todos los Santos” meant going to the cemetery early. The elders would place flowers and light huge candles...

Miss Universe franchise owner Josh Yugen becomes first PH recipient of Korea's 'Asian Leader Award'

Josh Yugen, a renowned Filipino media mogul, philanthropist, and cultural visionary, has been honored with the prestigious Asian Leader Award at the 20th Asia...

FASHION PULIS: Sneaky games

Looks like Young Actor (YA) is testing his limits. Allegedly, YA has been messaging a Female User (FU) of a famous social media app. There is nothing wrong...

Privatization revenue halves to ₱1.4 billion despite ₱820-million Marcos wealth haul

The Marcos administration’s privatization income was cut by more than half at end-September, failing to meet targets despite the ₱820 million contribution...

EXO's Chen, Baekhyun, Xiumin committed to pay agency

EXO members Chen, Baekhyun and Xiumin, who also belong to the subunit EXO-CBX, said they are committed to paying 10 percent to SM Entertainment as stipulated in...

Caracole and Dexterton unveil new Greenhills showroom, redefining quiet luxury in Manila

Luxury furniture brand Caracole and its Philippine partner Dexterton Corporation have opened their newest showroom at Greenhills Mall, marking a major addition...

BPI Wealth raises AUM target to ₱4 trillion by 2030

Signaling bolder growth, the wealth management arm of Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) has abandoned its old ₱3-trillion assets under management (AUM)...

Is BSP now tapping US dollar reserves to curb peso volatility?

With the Philippine peso still seen to stay under pressure, Fitch Solutions’ unit BMI expects the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to tap its United States...

Magna Prime expands with the grand opening of Buildrite hub & Sinclair Pro store in Sta. Ana, Manila

Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc. (MPCTI), through its distribution partner Magna Dos Merchants, Inc., proudly inaugurated its newest branch — the...

Yale Smart Shop: One of the best franchise opportunities in the Philippines

In a retail market defined by constant change and tech-driven lifestyles, Yale Smart Shop (YSS) is transforming how Filipinos experience home security and...

NPC finds 'no sufficient basis' for alleged GCash data leak

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has confirmed that there was no breach of personal data involving mobile wallet giant GCash, based on the findings of its...

Mario Bucaro is new Miss Universe CEO, succeeds Anne Jakrajutatip

Days before the arrival of the 2025 Miss Universe candidates in Thailand, the Miss Universe Organization (MUO) announced the appointment of Mr. Mario Búcaro of...

Unprogrammed, not unaccounted

THERE'S HOPE!When I hear people refer to the Unprogrammed Appropriations (UA) as a “secret fund” or “pork barrel,” I can’t help but feel...

Malaysia urges ASEAN to expand defense cooperation in cyberspace

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysia called Friday for fellow members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations to extend their security partnerships...

Surity Cash fined ₱1 million for unfair debt collection practices

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has slapped a ₱1-million fine against Surity Cash Lending Investors Corp. for its unfair debt collection...

US dollar-allied Asian currencies like Philippine peso 'less' resilient amid stronger greenback—DBS

Currencies of Asian countries allied with the United States (US), like the Philippine peso, depreciated the most against the US dollar in October, according to...

Philippines steps up measures to remove Greenhills mall from US watch list

The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has ramped up its anti-piracy and counterfeiting measures at Greenhills Shopping Center (GSC) in...

Gov't urged to 'tread carefully' to protect farms in US tariff talks

The agriculture sector could be in deep trouble if the government moves to open up the market to imports from the United States (US) as part of concessions to...

Investor confidence fuels 42% rise in PEZA-approved investments

Investment pledges approved by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) grew by 42 percent to over ₱170 billion from January to October, compared to the...

Another big-time oil price hike looms

Oil prices are expected to rise again by the first week of November as growing seasonal demand meets tightened global supply due to ongoing sanctions.Based on...

The roles of each car passenger

EDITORS DESKBy now, if you had planned to go out of town for Undas, you’re already at your chosen destination. The drive to get to where you are now likely...

Backlash on the peso

Volatility in the peso-dollar market will persist as long as no concrete actions are taken to address the political uncertainties that have seeped into the...

BY THE NUMBERS: Top 10 highest-grossing horror movies of all time

This Halloween, prepare yourself for a spine-chilling experience as you dive into a selection of horror movies that promise to thrill and terrify.Our curated...

FGen to drill in Indonesia for 440-MW geothermal project by 2026

First Gen Corp. is set to begin drilling for the 440-megawatt (MW) geothermal project in Indonesia by next year, marking its first international expansion in a...

The people there were observing him carefully

REFLECTIONS DAYJesus was often criticized for eating with tax collectors and sinners, and “the people of the land,” that is, Jews whom the Pharisees avoided...

A calamansi a day can keep the 'aswang' away

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China's Xi promises to protect free trade at APEC as Trump snubs major summit

GYEONGJU, South Korea (AP) — Chinese leader Xi Jinping told Asia-Pacific leaders on Friday that his country would help to defend global free trade at an...

Cebu Pacific passenger volume jumps 14%, named Asia's best low-cost airline

Cebu Pacific, the country’s largest airline by passenger volume and fleet size, was named by an aviation market intelligence firm as Asia’s best low-cost...

Manufacturing input costs rise in September amid typhoons

Amid typhoons and adverse weather conditions, the cost of manufacturing inputs increased in September, according to the latest preliminary data from the...

On the third day I accomplish my purpose

REFLECTIONS TODAYThe Pharisees as a whole might not like Jesus, but they have no love at all for the ruler of Galilee, the tetrarch Herod Antipas.Herod suspects...

Dancing in silence with the Isuzu D-Max EV

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Boost CSC-DBM collaboration toward optimum public service

The urgency of filling up thousands of unoccupied positions in the Philippine civil service has come to the fore anew in the current Senate deliberations on the...

Inside job prevention

Any organization—be it a business, non-government organization (NGO), charitable or religious institution, government agency, or the government itself—can...

M. Night Shyamalan, Nicholas Sparks team up for novel, film

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Even M. Night Shyamalan — known for making darker movies like “The Sixth Sense” and “Signs” — goes looking for the light...

TJ Monterde and KZ Tandingan's two-day February 2026 concert at Big Dome sold out in seven hours

It's four months before TJ Monterde and KZ Tandingan stage their concert in February 2026, but tickets have already sold out in just seven hours on Oct. 30.The...

Grab to launch carpooling in December

Grab Philippines is planning to launch its new carpooling service in December to provide commuters with a cheaper option to commute during the holiday rush.Grab...

Cebu Pacific leases jets to capture holiday demand

Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific is expanding its fleet through a damp lease agreement with Bulgaria Air to help capture the anticipated surge in air travel demand...

Grab harness AI to generate jobs

Ride-hailing giant Grab Philippines has opened a pioneering livelihood hub aimed at harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to elevate the skillset of its...

Jerusalem delights Thrilla crowd with UD win; Marcial bags first pro title

There's no other perfect way to celebrate the golden anniversary of the famous “Thrilla in Manila” but to delight the crowd with a night of high-caliber...

PEZA on track to hit ambitious 30-ecozone target for 2025

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is on track to meet its ambitious target of welcoming up to 30 economic zones (ecozones) this year.With nearly two...

PSEi drops as inflation, GDP worries spook investors

The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) dropped after a two-day reprieve as investors weighed concerns over inflation and gross domestic product figures due...

Milano Sanchez courts Claudine Barretto: 'No one will ever break you again'

Milano Sanchez, the younger brother of broadcaster Korina Sanchez, is courting actress Claudine Barretto.On Instagram, Milano shared a sweet photo with the...

SEC approves SM Prime's ₱17-billion fixed-rate retail bond offering

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the planned fixed-rate retail bond offering of SM Prime Holdings, Inc., worth up to ₱17 billion...

ABS-CBN record label DNA Music introduces fresh talents

ABS-CBN's alternative-rock record label DNA Music introduces the fresh lineup of soloists and bands under its roster through a back-to-back launching event...

Akira Kurata, Shaun Salvador, and Seb Pajarillo unpack the stages of love with songs under GMA Playlist

GMA Playlist singers and Sparkle artists Akira Kurata, Shaun Salvador, and Seb Pajarillo are showcasing the dynamic range of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) with...

SEC PH has one of the best company registration processes in the world

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s successful introduction of a complete, end-to-end, and paperless incorporation process has earned recognition of the...

Philippine exports hit record despite US tariffs

Despite global trade uncertainties stemming from United States (US) tariffs, the Philippines’ goods exports during the first nine months of 2025 reached a...

BPI confident of meeting tight BSP deadline for new fraud system

Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is confident it will achieve full compliance with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) required standards for...

AyalaLand Logistics' earnings dive 87% as industrial lot sales slow down

AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. (ALLHC), an Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) subsidiary, reported that its earnings fell by 87 percent to ₱81 million in the first...

Kuya Kim releases wake details for daughter Emman Atienza

Television host Kuya Kim Atienza released today, Oct. 30, the wake details for her daughter Emman, who passed away in Los Angeles, California, last Oct. 22. The...

DICT urges Grab, GCash to go public, revive Philippine stock market

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has called on the country’s leading technology firms, such as mobile wallet giant GCash and...

Trump cuts tariffs on China after meeting Xi in South Korea

ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE (AP) — President Donald Trump described his face-to-face with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thursday as a roaring success, saying he would...

Founders Launchpad Demo Day 2025 is set to be its biggest yet!

Founders Launchpad (FL), the leading Philippine-based early-stage venture capital andaccelerator firm, is hosting its flagship Demo Day 2025 this Nov. 11 in...

GoTyme Bank treats commuters to free rides as they launch free bank transfers

The Freedom Bus – easy to spot on the road with GoTyme Bank's signature branding across its exterior panels – provided the much-needed relief to Filipino...

K-pop girl group NewJeans loses in contract validity lawsuit vs ADOR

K-pop girl group NewJeans lost in a court case about the validity of their exclusive contract with agency ADOR, a subsidiary of Korean entertainment company...

Maynilad earns Platinum accreditation from Investors in People

West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services, Inc. has been awarded the Platinum Accreditation by Investors in People (IiP)—the highest recognition for...

Lea Salonga, H.E.R., and Liza Soberano lead voice cast for DreamWorks animation 'Forgotten Island'

The voice cast for the DreamWorks animation

Bataan, QC, Tanay elevated to business-friendly hall of fame

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) honored outstanding local government units (LGUs) across the country for their excellence in governance,...

Beyond the buzzer: Bench's 'Shoot of Asia' forges unbreakable bond between Manila and Seoul

BENCH presents: Shoot of Asia: Basketball Exhibition Game was a powerful display of unity, proving that basketball's language can build bridges between nations....

US will share tech to let South Korea build a nuclear-powered submarine, Trump says

GYEONGJU, South Korea (AP) — The United States will share closely held technology to allow South Korea to build a nuclear-powered submarine, President Donald...

Israel's military says ceasefire is back on as death toll from Gaza strikes reaches 104

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s military said Wednesday that the ceasefire was back on in Gaza after it carried out heavy airstrikes overnight...

Paris prosecutor says 2 suspects in the Louvre jewel heist acknowledge their involvement

PARIS (AP) — Two suspects in the Louvre jewel heist on Wednesday were handed preliminary charges of criminal conspiracy and theft committed by an organized...

Dustin Yu reveals his ultimate Christmas wish

Dustin Yu, a former housemate from Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition, is undoubtedly one of the busiest young stars today. In addition to starring in...

Higher revenues, efficiency boost AUB profits to ₱9.4 billion

Asia United Bank (AUB) reported a nine-percent improvement in net income to ₱9.4 billion in the first nine months of 2025 from the ₱8.6 billion earned in...

PMAP Honors SM Supermalls for People Leadership and Purpose-Driven Culture

SM Supermalls, a subsidiary of SM Prime Holdings Inc., continues to champion a future-ready, people-centered workplace where innovation, inclusivity, and...

BTS' RM speaks on the soft power of K-culture at APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025

RM (Kim Nam-joon), the leader of Grammy-nominated K-pop icon BTS, delivered a compelling speech at the APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025 held on Oct. 29 at the...

DBP senior official cited as 'Audit Executive of the Year'

An international group of audit practitioners has named a senior executive of state-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) as “Chief...

AboitizPower expands overseas, acquires stake in Vietnam power plant

Aboitiz Power Corp. (AboitizPower) is embarking on its first investment abroad through the acquisition of an equity stake in a power plant in Vietnam.In a...

MPTC gears up for Undas 2025

Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) is reactivating its “Biyaheng Arangkada” Motorists Assistance Program to ensure safe and convenient travel during the...

MOVIEGOER: Meet one of the 100 Most Influential Filipinos worldwide

From traipsing mountain villages to bring meaningful Filipino films to farmers and other common folk, Karen Jane Salutan-Krukover, founder and CEO of EdukSine...

Century Properties unit pours ₱8.4 billion into 13,150 mass housing units

Century Properties Group is doubling down on affordable housing, with its subsidiary PHirst Park Homes Inc. (PPHI) earmarking ₱8.39 billion to develop 13,150...

BSP: October inflation may have accelerated to 2.2% on weaker peso, higher food costs

Peso depreciation, alongside higher prices of basic consumer goods and electricity, might have pushed the inflation rate to between 1.4 percent and 2.2 percent...

Peso volatility casts shadow on gov't debt reduction goal

Despite the nearly two percent hike in foreign borrowings, the national government’s outstanding debt fell to ₱17.455 trillion in September, though...

PXP Energy bets on Northwest Palawan to offset worsening core loss

Manuel V. Pangilinan-led PXP Energy Corp. plans to expand its exploration footprint in the Northwest Palawan basin, anticipating the award of two additional...

GCash data breach report false—CICC

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), the government unit overseeing cybercrime prevention, rejected reports of a data breach involving...

Championing Open Governance on the global stage (Part 2)

BEYOND BUDGETAssalamu alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.In last week's article, I shared the Philippines' success at the Open Gov Challenge Awards held...

Salute to INC’s Eduardo V. Manalo

THE VIEW FROM RIZALThis coming Friday, Oct. 31, Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) Executive Minister Eduardo V. Manalo will mark a major milestone in his life: the...

Ayala Land expands AREIT's retail portfolio with infusion of Pasig, Cebu malls

Real estate giant Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) is infusing into AREIT Inc. (AREIT) two malls—Ayala Malls Feliz in Pasig City and Ayala Center Cebu—worth ₱19.5...

Fuse Financing Inc. highlights the importance of co-lending and funding partnerships in scaling credit access to the unbanked

Fuse Financing, Inc., the lending arm of the Philippines’ leading finance super app and largest cashless ecosystem GCash, underscored the importance of...

Lord, will only a few people be saved?

REFLECTIONS TODAYOne of the most important questions people ask, even if left unexpressed, is “Will I be saved?” This is the same as asking, “Will I go to...

Gloc-9, Loonie, and US-based Bambu x DJ Phatrick headline FlipTop Live in Cebu on Nov. 7 and in Manila on Nov. 8

FlipTop, the country’s biggest, longest-running, and world’s most viewed Battle Rap organization, is holding back-to-back concerts in Cebu and Manila with...

DOE looks into geothermal bill to boost investor confidence

SINGAPORE — The Department of Energy (DOE) is exploring ways to increase investments in geothermal projects in the Philippines beyond its current efforts to...

SM Prime prices ₱17-billion fixed-rate bond offering

SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime), one of Southeast Asia’s largest integrated property developers, has set the interest rates for its peso-denominated...

Sold-out 'The Celebration of Mimi' marks Mariah Carey's triumphant return to SM Mall of Asia Arena

The Diva of the centuryThe night was a tribute to 35 years of Mariah’s influence and artistry. Fans arrived in full glam, carrying dolls, posters, and tour...

Why every language holds a key to our world

NIGHT OWLThis past month, I had the distinct honor of addressing the 12th National Congress of the Association of Special Libraries in the Philippines. The...

A night of enchanting music at 'OST Symphony II: K-Drama in Concert'

The audience relived the songs from their favorite Korean shows including “Crash Landing on You” and “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God: at the “OST...

Better generation, hydropower performance raise AboitizPower net income in Q3

Aboitiz Power Corp. (AboitizPower) announced that its net income in the third quarter of 2025 grew by almost a third quarter-on-quarter due to improved...

Security Bank upsizes bond issuance by over 4 times to ₱21 billion on strong demand

Security Bank Corp. has successfully raised ₱21 billion from the issuance of fixed-rate peso corporate bonds due 2030—more than four times its target size...

Philippines urges World Bank to expand support for developing countries amid upper-middle-income climb

The Philippine government has called on the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to increase their support for developing countries,...

ADB: National grid retrofitting to enable offshore wind projects

SINGAPORE — The Manila-based multilateral lender Asian Development Bank (ADB) is reaffirming its commitment to improve the grid infrastructure of the...

Philippine real estate sector turns corner toward recovery

The Metro Manila real estate sector has turned a corner, as the third quarter of 2025 saw strong take-ups of office spaces and middle-income condominiums in the...

Gerald Anderson on reconnecting with someone

Kapamilya star Gerald Anderson is trying out the producer's chair, sharing his first project,

WTFu by MR. FU: Gladys Reyes as Madonna in a musical

When I recently got the invitation to host the premiere night of Gladys Reyes’ movie at SM Megamall Cinema, I told myself, “Ay sampalan ito.” (bilang...

DBM pushes 4% cap on unprogrammed funds to curb budget inflation

Imposing a cap on unprogrammed budgetary funds, with a limit preferably as low as four percent of the national budget, would set a boundary for Congress to...

Peso weakness, volatility seen to linger despite rebound from historic low

The peso’s weakness and volatility could persist if economic and political uncertainties that make investors uneasy linger, according to a former Bangko...

Tax exemption dangled for private sector donors to fill 105-day milk feeding gap

The Philippine government has called on the private sector to help bridge the staggering 105-day gap in the country’s milk feeding program through donations...

PCC clears Raslag's first international venture for wind, battery energy storage investments

Local renewable energy (RE) firm Raslag Corp. announced that it is set to pursue its stake with Verdant Philippines Alpha Pte. Ltd. in Philippine Hybrid Energy...

Fans defend Heart Evangelista vs Vice Ganda's 'school' comments

Fans of Heart Evangelista have come to her defense after Unkabogable Star Vice Ganda commented on an issue during an episode of

Prices of Undas essentials stable, says DTI

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said prices of items typically purchased for the observance of Undas remain stable, as part of the government’s...

PSEi higher on Fed rate cut hope, stronger peso

The local stock market improved on Wednesday, Oct. 29, after the peso strengthened while expectations of a United States Federal Reserve (US Fed) rate cut also...

No data breach, funds untouched—GCash

E-wallet giant GCash said the accounts and funds of all its customers are safe, reiterating that its systems were neither compromised nor affected by any breach...

And the flames rise: Marjorie Barretto fuels family's latest feud with own claims

Just when it seemed the Barretto family drama had already hit its boiling point, the flames have only grown higher. After Estrella “Inday” Barretto’s...

K-pop group STAYC member diagnosed with Covid-19, flu

A member of K-pop girl group STAYC is taking a break from activities after being diagnosed with Covid-19 and flu.  High Up Entertainment, the agency of STAYC,...

'Ganda ng GameZone: Meld Together' serves entertainment with a purpose

Aside from its initiatives of covering love and respect for everyone, youth care, and community development, the PVP entertainment platform, GameZone, has...

Chen, Baekhyun, Xiumin want to join EXO's comeback

K-pop artists and EXO-CBX members Chen, Baekhyun and Xiumin have expressed their desire to join EXO in the much-awaited comeback starting in December.  The...

HYBE's boy band &Team debuts in Korea, achieves second million record with 'Back to Life'

&Team, Korean entertainment company HYBE’s Japan-based boy band, succeeded in their Korean debut, selling more than a million copies of their new album. ...

DALI secures over $10-million investment financing from World Bank's IFC

International Finance Corp. (IFC), the private-sector lending arm of the World Bank Group (WBG), has approved a financing investment of more than $10 million...

SM Entertainment says EXO's Chen, Baekhyun, Xiumin should pay, restore trust

SM Entertainment belied the statement of EXO members Chen, Baekhyun and Xiumin, who also belong to the EXO-CBX subunit, that they have accepted the terms set by...

40 years later, Michael J. Fox looks back on 'Back to the Future'

NEW YORK (AP) — Michael J. Fox has been living with “Back to the Future” for a long time.“I’ll be on the street and some kid will go, ‘There’s...

Trump-Xi meeting looms over APEC conference in South Korea as free trade falters

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea this week will host leaders from major Pacific Rim economies, including the United States, China and Japan, for an...

RS Francisco honored among the 100 Most Influential Filipinos in the World at the 15th TOFA Awards in Las Vegas

Renowned Filipino actor, cultural icon, and businessman RS Francisco will be honored as one of the 100 Most Influential Filipinos in the World at the...

Asia's Fearless Diva Jona marks 20 years with Alamat, Jed Madela, and more at SM MOA Arena

Asia’s Fearless Diva, Jona Viray, is set to celebrate two decades of musical brilliance with her milestone concert, JONA: Journey To The Arena, happening Nov....

'NYSM: NYD' returns to theaters this November

Get ready for the ultimate comeback of the world’s most elusive illusionists! The highly anticipated third installment in the Now You See Me film series,...

Robust investor confidence propels PEZA toward full-year investment goal

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is on track to hit its full-year target of ₱250-billion in investment pledges this year as investor confidence...

Local stocks snap two-day loss as bargain hunters step in

The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) edged higher as bargain hunters bought shares that had dropped in the past two trading sessions.The benchmark PSEi...

Corruption controversy drags down growth forecast—Nomura

Japanese investment bank Nomura has slashed its economic growth forecast for the Philippines to 4.7 percent—far below the government’s target—citing major...

'Dreamboi' wins big at 1st CineSilip Film Festival

SEC extends ₱80 million in fee discounts to MSMEs, corporations

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reported that it had given discounts in fees amounting to ₱80 million to thousands of corporations, including...

Corruption, US tariff uncertainty stall electronics investment

The ongoing corruption scandal in flood control projects and uncertainties in tariffs by the United States (US) are making investors hesitant to pour capital...

DMCI Homes sweetens Fortis Residences deal with discounted ₱250,000/sqm price

DMCI Homes, the real estate arm of the Consunji conglomerate DMCI Holdings Inc., is developing a ₱10-billion upscale residential and office tower complex in...

Moody's, Fitch 'verbally' affirm Philippines' investment-grade status

Global debt watchers Moody’s Ratings and Fitch Ratings have “verbally” affirmed their investment-grade credit outlook for the Philippines, even as the...

SM bags Golden Arrow Award for second year

SM Investments Corp., the flagship of the SM group, has once again earned the prestigious 5 Golden Arrow Award from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD)...

GSIS net income tops ₱112 billion, crushing target by ₱35.4 billion

State-run Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) reported a net income of ₱112 billion in the first nine months of the year, exceeding its target by...

Internal power shift: Po family shuffles billions under Zephryn banner

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RGEC awaits final grid approval for 40-MW Isabela solar project

Yuchengco-led Rizal Green Energy Corp. (RGEC) is awaiting final approval from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) before its 40...

South Korea's president faces high-stakes diplomacy at APEC summit

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s new president will host leaders from 20 countries for the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, where...

China pitches itself as alternative to US protectionism after signing expanded ASEAN free trade pact

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — China signed an expanded version of a free trade agreement Tuesday with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, with Chinese...

Pioneer champions a people-first approach to insurance

Pioneer Insurance is reshaping how insurance works for underserved Filipinos by focusing on accessibility, trust, compassion, and efficient claims...

GCash owner Mynt splits stock to lower share price for IPO

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved a stock split for Globe Fintech Innovations Inc. (Mynt), the owner of GCash, a move intended to lower...

Tech boost, government backing sought to raise Philippines' standing in geothermal

SINGAPORE — Despite its abundant geothermal resources, the Philippines continues to hold the third spot globally in geothermal capacity. To rise in ranking...

Interim champ Nonito Donaire faces Seiya Tsutsumi for WBA bantamweight crown

Interim titleholder Nonito Donaire finally gets his much-awaited shot at history as he takes on

D&L's good governance cited by ICD for 6 years in a row

D&L Industries Inc. has been recognized by the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) for the sixth consecutive year for its exemplary corporate governance...

World Bank cites progress in two Philippine projects

The implementation of two loans obtained by the Philippines from the World Bank is progressing satisfactorily, according to the Washington-based multilateral...

Scandal-hit peso plunges to ₱59; BSP won't fight drop

Even as the Philippine peso continued to fall to the ₱59 level amid the infrastructure spending controversy, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) remained...

PSC, DepEd aim to streamline Batang Pinoy, Palaro

GENERAL SANTOS CITY – The Philippines Sports Commission and the Department of Education are mulling the possibility of streamlining the two premier national...

Trump praises Japan's new prime minister, saying US is an 'ally at the strongest level'

TOKYO (AP) — President Donald Trump began one of his busiest days of his Asia trip on Tuesday by warmly greeting the new Japanese prime minister, with plans...

Lee Dong-wook to hold fan meeting in Manila

Korean actor Lee Dong-wook, star of the K-dramas “My Divorce Insurance” and “A Shop for Killers,” will be spending the Christmas season with fans in...

Consumer lending fuels 32% jump in RCBC's nine-month profit

Yuchengco-led Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) reported a 32 percent surge in unaudited consolidated net income to ₱8.2 billion in the first nine months...

GOSSIP GIRL: When light becomes too heavy: A mother's reflection on Emman Atieza

When I first read the news that Emman, the beautiful and brilliant daughter of my friend, TV host Kim Atienza, had passed away, I froze. As a mother of a...

Kuya Kim Atienza: 'Emman will be home'

TV host Kim Atienza thanked the people who grieved and prayed with them following the death of her daughter, Emman, in the US.Emman, 19, was found dead in Los...

You don't have to like each other to win together

In every organization, a persistent, inconvenient truth lurks: we sometimes simply don’t like our co-workers. The reasons range from clashing personalities...

The Philippines need not de-industrialize Part 1

Some economists are sounding the alarm that the Philippines is rapidly de-industrializing, basing their observation on the decreasing share of manufacturing as...

Simon who was called a zealot, and Judas the son of James

REFLECTIONS TODAYIn the third group of fours in the list of the Twelve (apostles), we find Simon called a Zealot. The Greek zelotes (“zealot”) refers to one...

High prices and corruption are intertwined

FINDING ANSWERSMore than anything else under the sun, Filipinos are usually most bothered by the soaring prices of basic goods and services. But now, for the...

Davao's walking culture

#MINDANAOOver the weekend we have been treated to various walks that seem to mirror various facets of life among Davao City’s almost two million residents.For...

AI games countries play

TECH4GOODLeading analysts estimate that AI could contribute almost $16 trillion to the global economy by the end of 2030. The gains are expected to come from...

APECO launches five-year plan to build new pacific gateway port

The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) has initiated the first step of a massive five-year development plan to establish a port...

Manufacturers back price freeze order on basic goods

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said it has secured the backing of local manufacturers to keep prices of basic necessities and prime commodities...

UNObank to break even by early 2026, outpacing digital bank norms

UNO Digital Bank expects to achieve profitability ahead of the industry norm as it ramps up loan disbursements and expands product offerings, targeting to break...

GameZone donates ₱1 million to various charities

GameZone, one of the largest PVP entertainment platforms in the Philippines, once again proved that entertainment can go hand in hand with purpose. In...

PSEi falls on weak peso, Maynilad IPO payment deadline

The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell further on Monday, Oct. 27, on the weakness of the peso as well as lower market liquidity due to the giant...

'Chainsaw Man' anime film topples Springsteen biopic and 'Black Phone 2' at US box office

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A big-screen adaptation of the popular anime “Chainsaw Man” has beaten out a biopic about the Boss and the horror sequel “Black Phone...

Fyang Smith on JM Ibarra: 'Sobrang happy ako na dumating siya sa buhay ko'

Kapamilya stars Fyang Smith and JM Ibarra made their tandem debut on the big screen in the much-awaited horror movie

Marcos admin exceeds borrowing goal in T-bill sale as Fed easing bets rise

Despite lower demand from domestic lenders, the Marcos Jr. administration borrowed more than its planned amount of ₱22 billion through the sale of short-dated...

Home Credit, Puregold launch credit card for micro-entrepreneurs

Consumer finance giant Home Credit Philippines has teamed up with grocery retailer Puregold Price Club Inc. to launch a credit card designed to provide...

PIDS urges reforms to strengthen livestock, poultry, and dairy industries

State-run think tank Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) has urged structural reforms, stronger government support, and improved regulatory...

Philippines, Singapore to sign 'transition credits' coal phase-out deal

Singapore — The Department of Energy (DOE) is poised to sign an implementation agreement with Singapore next year to advance a transition credits mechanism...

Korean film director Shin Seong-Hoon found dead

Korean film director Shin Seong-Hoon, whose film “JajangMyeon Thank You” won in many film festivals, was belatedly reported to have passed away. He was...

'Gary V: Inspired' hits hearts X high notes — and heads straight to Hawaii & North Carolina

AFTER three emotionally charged, jam-packed performances in California and Texas, multi-awarded Filipino music icon Gary Valenciano continues his “Gary V:...

AUDIOJUNKIE: Timely wisdom from Sarah McLachlan

There was a time when Sarah McLachlan was everywhere.Almost ubiquitous in fact. Especially between the years 1998 and 2005. Starting with the Canadian...

Set free on the Sabbath Day

REFLECTIONS TODAYThe institution of the Sabbath as a day of rest (Gn 2:2) was meant to recognize God’s creative action and to acknowledge his continuing...

Stock market to take cues from US Fed meeting, major earnings reports

Stock market investors this week will be looking for cues from the United States Federal Reserve (US Fed) meeting, which is expected to lead to a rate cut. On...

Vilma Santos at 60 years in showbiz: 'You're only as good as your last film'

Star For All Seasons and Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto, fondly called

DOE risking 'nuclear danger' on first dispatch policy

There may be no radiation leaks seeping into the country’s power system yet, but it seems the policymaking core of the Department of Energy (DOE) is already...

PH-Thailand air deal saves AirAsia Philippines' flights

The Philippine government has secured an agreement with Thailand allowing foreign-owned but locally incorporated carriers, such as the local unit of AirAsia, to...

For Japan's new leader, the key to connecting with Trump could be a Ford F-150 truck

TOKYO (AP) — President Donald Trump arrives Monday in Japan where new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is banking on building a friendly personal relationship...

US and China say a trade deal is drawing closer

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — A trade deal between the United States and China is drawing closer, officials from the world’s two largest economies said...

Political noise clouding PH growth outlook—Fitch

Global debt watcher Fitch Ratings maintained its 5.6 percent growth forecast for the Philippines this year, citing support from large government infrastructure...

Meralco gets ₱40-billion core profit as power unit excels

Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the country’s largest power distributor, reported a 14 percent surge in consolidated core net income for the first nine months...

Gov't nears ₱2.6-trillion borrowing limit on surge in domestic loans

A steady reliance on local lenders is driving the government’s debt, with overall borrowings growing 4.1 percent to ₱2.4 trillion in the first nine months...

Where the ground shook, hope stood firm

FROM THE MARGINSWhen disaster strikes, we expect stories of fear, loss and despair. In northern Cebu, after the devastating 6.9-magnitude quake, I witnessed...

A national failure in classroom construction

SPEAKING OUTThe Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has delivered a performance so dismal, it borders on the absurd. Out of 1,700 classrooms targeted...

EXO's fan meeting, comeback album exclude 3 members

Korean agency SM Entertainment announced K-pop boy band EXO's fan meeting and comeback album but three members are excluded.  The EXO'verse Fanmeeting will be...

GCash denies 8-million user data breach, even as NPC launches investigation

Mobile wallet giant GCash has denied reports that its users' personal data was compromised and allegedly sold on the dark web, asserting that its systems remain...

PSALM eyes Mindanao coal plant replacement to stabilize grid

The race toward energy transition is gaining momentum as state-run Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM) plans to include the...

SB Capital sees strong demand for new offerings despite scandal

While investors are shying away from daily trades at the Philippine Stock Exchange due to the ongoing corruption scandal, investor appetite for new offerings...

Sunlight Air eyes international flights by 2027

Domestic boutique carrier Sunlight Air plans to mount international flights as early as 2027, as it targets to be the go-to airline for local and foreign...

ARTA: 199 in 200 LGUs are 'problem' for investors

Local government units (LGUs) must improve the delivery of their services, including efficiency and accessibility, to boost investor confidence in the country,...

ADB approves $30-million loan for GCash's Fuse Financing to boost MSME lending

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has green-lit a $30-million (over ₱1.7-billion) loan for Fuse Financing Inc., the lending arm of GCash, which aims to expand...

BSP expands relief for disaster-stricken banks, borrowers

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is expanding relief measures for banks and borrowers affected by disasters, including a six-month recovery period without...

Humble prayer obtains God’s mercy

REFLECTIONS TODAYGospel • Luke 18:9-14 The Gospel parable tells of two men who go up to the Jerusalem Temple to pray.One is a Pharisee, a member of the group...

A tribute to two friends and patriots: Ed Ermita and Tong Payumo

PEACE-MAKERWith profound sadness, we join our nation in mourning the passing of two remarkable men, two steadfast patriots, and two dear old friends who...

Puregold CinePanalo announces full-length official entries for its 2026 run

There was a hush at Cinema 12 of Gateway Cineplex 18 as the screen showed a woman reaching for cocktail cans during the big reveal of the seven official entries...

‘The Sit Down’ takes the stand

HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINEIn just a little under two months, we’ve managed to crank out seven episodes of our new Manila Bulletin podcast, The Sit Down....

LOOK! Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau confirm relationship

American pop singer Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau publicly confirmed their relationship with a date on Saturday. In a video...

Filipino jazz singer Louie Reyes, former member of The New Minstrels, passes away

OPM icon Louie Reyes, who was a member of the popular '70s vocal group The New Minstrels, has passed away. Louie's demise was confirmed by her husband, Cesar...

Ogie Alcasid recalls 'magical' moment with Paul McCartney: 'Napaiyak ako noon'

For the 9th time, Original Pilipino Music (OPM) icons Ogie Alcasid and Odette Quesada unite for a concert titled

Trump attends ceasefire ceremony with Thailand and Cambodia during Malaysia visit

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Thailand and Cambodia signed an expanded ceasefire agreement on Sunday during a ceremony attended by U.S. President Donald...

What makes us look like the devil

THROUGH UNTRUEWhen we sin, we often try to ease our guilt by saying, “At least I am not as bad as those corrupt politicians, rapists, or drug pushers.” In...

Gerald Santos: A dreamer's journey from Famas triumph to the world stage

When Gerald Santos speaks of dreams, he does so not with idealism but with lived truth. “Dreams don’t expire. They evolve,” he says, a statement that...

Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis, Kim Chiu, Vhong Navarro, Jhong Hilario, and Daniel Padilla rule the stage on 'ASAP In Vancouver' this Sunday

Marking three decades of championing Pinoy global talent, “ASAP” brings its first-ever show to Vancouver this Sunday (Oct 26), headlined by Vice Ganda, Anne...

New estimates: Diesel up ₱2.1, gasoline up ₱1.2 next week

Motorists face a costly close to October as new projections indicated a hefty fuel price hike on Tuesday, with diesel set to climb by up to ₱2 per liter and...

DOF slams lawmaker for 'fake news' on VAT increase

While the Department of Finance (DOF) is pushing for the swift enactment of its priority tax measures in the 20th Congress, raising the already eye-sore...

GCash, Maya lead 75% surge in e-wallet use among sari-sari stores—Packworks

Amid the country’s push for digital transformation, e-wallet usage among sari-sari stores has surged by 75 percent, according to Filipino tech startup...

Bon Jovi announces concert tour

NEW YORK (AP) — Decades into his career and the unthinkable happened. It was 2022, and Jon Bon Jovi began struggling through his songs. He saw a doctor who...

'Tuloy na tuloy:' 74th Miss Universe Pageant will proceed in Thailand

The 74th Miss Universe Competition will proceed as scheduled in Thailand from Nov. 2 to 21. Nawat Itsaragrisil, organizer of the 74th Miss Universe pageant,...

'Tuloy ba?' Pageant fans await announcement on 74th Miss Universe Competition following the death of Thailand's Queen Sirikit

Following the death of Queen Sirikit of Thailand on Oct. 25, pageant fans around the world are awaiting the official announcement on whether the staging of the...

Jesse Plemons, Emma Stone to take viewers on a wild ride in 'Bugonia'

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Jesse Plemons has a plea: Pause Netflix and go see “Bugonia” in the theater. The film, in which he plays a conspiracy theorist who...

Anna Feliciano, choreographer to Willie Revillame's dancers, passes away at 65

Veteran choreographer and actress Annabelle

CAVITEX toll hikes take effect Tuesday, Oct. 28

Motorists traversing the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) will pay higher fees beginning Tuesday, Oct. 28, following the government’s approval of hike...

Grab asenso brings merchant AI, cashless tools to Baguio's MSMEs

Grab Philippines brings its Asenso Learning Caravan to Baguio City, equipping micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) with AI-powered tools, cashless...

FASHION PULIS: Not yet married

The pair have been together for many years. In their early years, the relationship between Dashing Boy (DB) and Talented Partner (TP) was an open secret in...

DTI files charges vs 8 contractors in flood control scandal

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has filed formal charges against eight of the 15 contractors who amassed 20 percent of the ₱545-billion budget for...

Pageant organizer Chit Reyes admits: 'Hindi pa rin tanggap ang lesbian community sa Pilipinas'

Chit Reyes, organizer of Tomboy Philippines national pageant, has vowed to continue empowering and celebrating the lesbian community in the Philippines through...

It’s here, it’s here

MEDIUM RARESixty days to Christmas!And we thought Christmas came sooner to the Philippines than any other country. Well, we were wrong.Because, as it turns out,...

Inside JAL's calculated plan to staff the skies from Manila

Japan Airlines (JAL) is recruiting internationally to staff its flights, opening its first new overseas crew base in nearly 30 years in Manila, as the airline...

If you do not repent, you will all perish

WORD ALIVEOnce a Japanese tourist was riding a taxi car around Manila. He said: “This is Toyota…Made in Japan. Very fast.” Seeing a car pass by, he...

The price we have to pay for corruption

There are few crimes more devastating than corruption—crimes that silently bleed a nation dry.The recent revelation by Finance Secretary Ralph Recto that the...

Maynilad adds ₱5.3 billion more to IPO due to high demand

Metro Manila’s West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services, Inc. has decided to exercise in full the ₱5.32 billion upsize portion of its ₱34.33...

Settle the matter on the way

REFLECTIONS TODAYPeople who live close to nature can tell ahead of time what the weather will be even without the use of instruments that weather bureaus use...

The human mind's blueprint: What we lose when a language dies

NIGHT OWLLinguistics is the science of the human mind. Each language is a unique experiment in how to structure thought, perceive time, and relate to the world....

Why thrifting is more than just a trend

EDITORS DESK During my college years, my friends and I would go thrifting—or more commonly known as “ukay-ukay”—along Aurora Boulevard on weekdays, at...

Cold chain giant eyes Davao, CDO for Philippine storage expansion

Royale Cold Storage (RCS), a leading cold chain solutions provider based in Luzon, is planning a massive expansion in Visayas and Mindanao to the tune of more...

Manuel L. Quezon's grandson Ricky Avancena slams biopic on his grandfather: 'So ayaw nilang marinig ang opinyon ng isang direct descendant?'

Sorry, guys, but Ricky Avancena, grandson of the late President Manuel L. Quezon, doesn't have kind words for the film

Ahtisa Manalo gives a peek at her Miss Universe 2025 preparations during send-off

Miss Universe Philippines 2025 Ahtisa Manalo is ready to represent the country at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Bangkok this coming November.Speaking...

Kim Hae-sook, G-Dragon, Seventeen, Rosé, Lee Min-ho honored at 2025 Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) of South Korea and the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) honored 31 actors, singers, and other...

ICYMI: Here's an overview of everything Conan O'Brien did during his visit to Manila

From the streets of New York to the heart of the Philippines, award-winning host Conan O’Brien’s short trip to Manila was packed with fun, excitement, and...

Kim Atienza, wife confirm death of daughter Emman

Popular television host Kim

Waltz returns with new song 'Cold Soup'

Singer-songwriter Waltz is back with a hauntingly beautiful new single, “Cold Soup,” and it’s set to tug at heartstrings with its raw emotion and...

Filipino singer Gwyn Dorado wows celebrity judges on Korean TV show 'Sing Again 4'

Filipino singer and contestant Gwyn Dorado, 20, made Korean singer Baek Ji-young cry and wowed other celebrity judges for her powerful performance on JTBC’s...

China's next 5-year plan puts focus on high-tech and consumers as trade friction drags on economy

HONG KONG (AP) — China's leaders have vowed to reduce its reliance on foreign advanced technology and spur stronger domestic demand as it weathers “high...

Japan's new leader vows to further bolster defense buildup

TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, in her first major policy speech on Friday, pledged to further accelerate Japan’s military buildup and...

SEC taps blockchain tech for secure digital authentication of documents

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is poised to roll out its own blockchain-based platform that allows for a more secure digital authentication of...

MREIT to acquire 10 Megaworld office buildings in ₱1.36-billion share swap

Megaworld Corp. plans to expand its real estate investment trust MREIT Inc. by transferring 10 office buildings valued at approximately ₱20 billion in...

Fuel prices set to rise next week

After a short break from rising costs, motorists should get ready for another jump in oil prices next week, as new global problems and sanctions on Russian oil...

MGen secures deals for major solar, hydrogen power projects

Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen), the generation arm of Manila Electric Co., is accelerating its low-carbon expansion, securing an engineering contract for its...

Philippine energy firm secures $55-million loan from SG company

Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) announced it has secured a development and construction loan from the Singaporean financing firm, Pentagreen Capital, to...

Trump-Kim meeting speculation flares ahead of US president's visit to South Korea

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The last time U.S. President Donald Trump visited South Korea in 2019, he made a surprise trip to the border with North Korea for an...

Philippine antitrust body greenlights MUFG acquisition of JACCS stake as local market competition seen unharmed

Tokyo-based MUFG Bank Ltd. is set to acquire a minority stake in JACCS Co. Ltd., also a Tokyo-based finance firm, after securing approval from the Philippine...

ABC energy arm invests ₱2.4 billion in Alternergy's 192-MW wind projects

Publicly-listed firm A. Brown Co., Inc. (ABCI) reported that its energy holding platform has acquired a 40 percent stake in two wind projects of the renewable...

SMC pioneers share swap, lists ₱49-billion preferred shares to fund mega-projects

Infrastructure and manufacturing giant San Miguel Corp. (SMC) listed ₱48.86 billion in preferred shares at the Philippine Stock Exchange following the...

BSP slashes public sector's foreign loans to $1.1 billion in Q3

Concerns over foreign exchange (forex) losses might have prompted the Monetary Board (MB) to approve only $1.1 billion in public-sector foreign borrowings in...

PCC clears Prime Infra buyout of majority stake in FGen's gas business

Five months after Razon-led Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc. (Prime Infra) announced its plan to acquire a majority stake in Lopez-led First Gen Corp.’s...

Disney legend and musical theater icon Lea Salonga to perform in Singapore in March 2026

Filipino Broadway superstar Lea Salonga will return to the Esplanade stage in Singapore for performances on March 20-22, 2026. Lea returns to the Esplanade...

Tax haul seen slipping as BIR hit hardest by flood control scandal

Failing to meet the government’s tax-collection target is a possibility for Philippine tax authorities, particularly the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), as...

Robinsons Retail core net earnings rise on strong margins

The Gokongwei Group’s Robinsons Retail Holdings, Inc., posted a 3.9 percent improvement in core net earnings to ₱4.2 billion in the first nine months of the...

World Bank urges Philippines to accelerate RE deployment amid rising emissions

The Philippine government must address barriers to scaling up variable renewable energy (VRE), particularly in areas such as grid infrastructure, permitting,...

AboitizPower scores a four-peat in Golden Arrow 2025

Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower) received its fourth Golden Arrow Award in a row, improving to a 4-arrow recognition after scoring 105.52 out of 130 in...

Lovi Poe, Monty Blencowe welcome first baby

Actress Lovi Poe, who is currently based abroad, has given birth. Lovi announced it on Instagram on Oct. 24, but it seems the actress had already given birth...

'ENHYPEN VR Concert: Immersion' coming to Manila

K-pop boy band ENHYPEN’s virtual reality (VR) concert will be shown in Manila starting in November.  “ENHYPEN VR Concert : Immersion” will be shown...

GMA Network and ABS-CBN Studios unveil new season of Pinoy Big Brother this Oct. 25

The collaboration continues as GMA Network and ABS-CBN Studios launch the newest season of Pinoy Big Brother–PBB Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0, premiering on...

Archie Alemania found guilty of acts of lasciviousness

Actor-host Archie Alemania has been convicted of acts of lasciviousness in the case filed by actress-singer Rita Daniela.In a 21-page ruling, the Municipal...

TBA Studios addresses sentiments of Quezon descendant on biopic

TBA Studios, which produced the historical biopic

'CIA with BA': Teachers face legal dilemma after agreeing to be co-makers

What do you do when helping turns into a heavy burden? That’s what happened to two teachers who sought legal advice on Cayetano in Action with Boy Abunda (CIA...

PSEi drops 1.1% as peso depreciation fuels market retreat

The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) fell below the 6,000-point level as investor confidence was eroded by weaker peso and forecasts for slower economic...

ABS-CBN bags 17 awards at 6th Alta Media Icon Awards

ABS-CBN received 17 accolades at the 6th ALTA Media Icon Awards, including two Hall of Fame honors and major wins across television, film, and music.

Nearly 30,000 Homebuyers to Join DHSUD, Pag-IBIG Fund at National Housing Expo on Oct. 23-24

Nearly 30,000 potential homebuyers are expected to attend the National Housing Expo as the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development, Pag-IBIG Fund,...

Chie Filomeno breaks silence on controversies: 'I'm choosing peace and privacy'

Kapamilya actress Chie Filomeno has broken her silence on recent controversies surrounding her, including the recent breakup with actor Jake Cuenca.

Top UN court says Israel must allow UN relief agency to supply aid to Gaza

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The International Court of Justice said on Wednesday that Israel must allow the U.N. aid agency in Gaza, known as UNRWA, to...

Manila FAME: There is good news here

Amid the earthquakes, floods, and corruption scandals, it was a relief to visit the 73rd edition of MANILA FAME at the World Trade Center. This event—the...

MOVIEGOER: Karylle steps up

For years, singer-actress Karylle has been portraying historical characters in period plays. It kept her wondering why she wouldn’t attract similar roles in...

The White House starts demolishing part of the East Wing to build Trump's ballroom

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House on Monday started tearing down part of the East Wing, the traditional base of operations for the first lady, to build...

Andrew Tan validates Emperador bet, moves ₱1.83-billion stake to AGI after 16% gain

Spirits and real estate billionaire Andrew Tan has begun transferring ₱1.83 billion worth of Emperador Inc. shares to his holding company, Alliance Global...

Maynilad launches year's largest IPO at ₱15 per share

Metro Manila West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. began its capital-raising exercise Thuesday, Oct. 23, with its ₱34.33 billion initial...

BEC, ACMobility to debut co-branded EV charging at Total stations

Basic Energy Corp.'s (BEC) subsidiary has partnered with Ayala-led ACMobility to co-develop electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and integrate them into a...

Smart COO Anastacio Martirez steps down—report

Anastacio R. Martirez has resigned as Chief Operating Officer of Smart Communications Inc., effective Oct. 21, following an internal investigation into employee...

Araneta City powers complex with clean energy from FGen hydro facilities

The growing energy demand in Quezon City's bustling business district has prompted the Lopez-led First Gen Corp. (FGen) to power three Araneta City Inc. (ACI)...

Gov't to auction 50 idle mining assets starting next month

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will begin auctioning off about 50 idle mining assets nationwide to the private sector as early as...

Philippine growth in 2026 seen sliding to 5.2% on US policies, infra corruption

Fitch Solutions’ unit BMI has sharply lowered its 2026 Philippine growth forecast to well below the government’s six- to seven-percent target, citing an...

RE investments surge with zero foreign ownership cap, green energy auctions

The recent lifting of foreign ownership limits and introduction of the Green Energy Auction Program (GEAP) have led to a rapid growth in investments in the...

Higher spending pushes gov't budget deficit over ₱1-trillion mark

The national government’s budget deficit widened 15.2 percent to ₱1.12 trillion in the first nine months of the year, from ₱970.2 billion in the same...

PSEi closes above 6,00 amid cautious bargain hunting

Bargain hunters pushed the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) higher on Thursday, Oct. 23, despite the continued weakness of the peso.The main index...

Bad weather, low demand halt car sales growth

The country’s vehicle sales posted their slowest growth by the end of September, as overall growth plunged by 0.3 percent compared to last year, fueled by...

InnerVoices unveils new EP 'Shadows'

Pop rock band InnerVoices proudly unveils their latest Extended Play (EP) titled Shadows, an emotional collection produced under UMG Philippines Inc. in...

Lorin Gutierrez Bektas shares her dreams, goals, and excitement for 2026

As the days draw closer to the dawn of 2026, excitement fills the air for Lorin Gutierrez Bektas. The culmination of years of hard work and determination is...

AMLC freezes ₱5.2 billion in assets as money laundering probe continues

Philippine financial intelligence unit Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has so far frozen nearly 2,000 bank accounts and assets valued at around ₱5.2...

Historical marker for Manila Bulletin: A legacy in ink and truth

Today, Oct. 23, 2025, the Manila Bulletin historical marker will be unveiled at the office building of the 125-year-old media company at the corner of Muralla...

DA cracks down on imported rice priced over ₱43 ceiling

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is preparing to slap show-cause orders against retailers who are selling imported rice beyond the maximum suggested retail...

PCC, DPWH partner to ensure fair bidding in infra projects

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) will strengthen its partnership with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to uphold fair bidding...

Maharlika's NGCP foothold in limbo as DOE launches investigation

The Department of Energy (DOE) plans to look into the stalled deal between state-run Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) and Synergy Grid & Development...

Maya Stocks gives retail investors access to IPOs, starting with Maynilad

Maya Philippines Inc., the country’s leading all-in-one finance platform, is making it easier for retail investors to subscribe to initial public offering...

Political instability, graft probe expected to hit Philippine investment hard

Business confidence and investment in the country are expected to take a hit as the government escalates anti-corruption efforts, with the ongoing scandal...

Finally, a unified system for Luzon's Expressways

DRIVING THOUGHTS It’s about time the government launched a unified RFID system for our expressways. Crossing different ex-pressways on the way to a single...

To set the earth on fire

REFLECTIONS TODAYFire is used in Scriptures to symbolize God’s judgment where the just are purified and the evil ones destroyed (Mal 3:2-5). As metal is...

Putin directs drills of Russian nuclear forces as his summit with Trump is put on hold

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday directed drills of the country’s strategic nuclear forces that featured practice missile...

High debt, spending curbs cause Philippines to lag Asia in fiscal recovery

Fitch Solutions’ unit BMI expects the Philippines’ fiscal deficit to narrow to 5.5 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) as government spending slows...

AUB, Singlife launch digital insurance

Asia United Bank (AUB) has partnered with leading digital insurer Singlife Philippines to enable its e-wallet applications to bring the benefits of...

'Open Endings,' Oscar contenders to headline QCinema 2025 lineup

Another year of pure cinema excellence, as Quezon City's homegrown film festival announced the full lineup of movies for its 13th edition.With the theme

Aboitiz-backed Voltai debuts country's first large-scale EV battery swap

Voltai, a startup under Aboitiz Power Corp.’s 1882 Energy Ventures, introduced the Philippines’ first large-scale battery swap ecosystem for electric...

Typhoon, corruption woes seen cutting Q3 growth to 5.2%

Public fury over flood control corruption and the toll of recent typhoons appear to have choked consumer confidence, potentially dragging the Philippines’...

DOTr opens bidding for ₱229-billion NSCR operations, maintenance

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has opened the bidding for the ₱229-billion contract to operate and maintain the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR)...

Foreign, local investors eye Philex's Silangan mine to hasten development

Both foreign and local investors have shown interest in infusing funds to accelerate the development of Pangilinan-led Philex Mining Corp.’s Silangan mine...

Maharlika denies ties to 1MDB fraudster Patrick Mahony

Philippine sovereign wealth fund (SWF) manager Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) has denied circulating claims that a fraudster serves as the state-run firm’s...

Benjamin Alves wants moviegoers to recognize the relevance of 'Quezon'

Actor Benjamin Alves has said that it was an honor playing the young Manuel L. Quezon, the Philippines' first Commonwealth President, in the historical biopic...

Smishing scams surge ahead of Christmas season—BPI

Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) cautioned of a surge in online banking scams ahead of the Christmas season, noting that most fraud cases are...

Maynilad IPO to spark PSE index surge, expected to hit 6,700

The listing of Maynilad Water Services Inc. at the Philippine Stock Exchange, following its ₱34.33 billion initial public offering, is expected to inject...

Teachers as optimists

THE VIEW FROM RIZALTraditionally, we devote one of the columns in September and October to honoring our teachers. The piece coincides with the international...

Championing Open Governance on the global stage

BEYOND BUDGETAssalamu alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.As chairperson of the Philippine Open Government Partnership (PH-OGP), I had the privilege of leading...

Why saving languages is a form of environmentalism

We understand that when a species goes extinct, we lose a unique thread in the web of life. But we rarely feel the same urgency when a language disappears, even...

ADB-backed EV finance for ACMobility named Philippines' transport deal of the year

Ayala Corp.’s $100-million blended finance deal for electric mobility was named the Philippines’ Transport Deal of the Year in The Asset Triple A...

Stocks fall 1% as peso, gold slide weigh on sentiment

The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) declined, tracking a retreat in the peso and gold prices.The benchmark PSEi shed 62.66 points, or 1.03 percent, to...

Affordability, access block insurance growth in Philippines—Singlife

Philippines insurance penetration remains stubbornly low despite the country’s rising financial vulnerabilities and exposure to natural catastrophes,...

DOE orders rehab, decommissioning fund for coal mines

Coal mine operators will be required to set aside funds for emergency response, rehabilitation, and mine decommissioning, according to the Department of Energy...

Sweden injects $1.3 million into Luzon cargo railway development

The government’s ambitious cargo railway project, which will serve as the primary transportation infrastructure along the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC),...

2NE1's Park Bom sues YG Entertainment founder Yang Hyun-suk over unpaid profits

K-pop group 2NE1 member Park Bom has sued Yang Hyun-suk, founder of YG Entertainment, for unpaid profits.  On Oct. 22, Park Bom posted on Instagram about the...

Lifting bans, simplifying rules give local mining 'renewed Energy'

The Chamber of Mines of the Philippines (COMP) expects the local mining industry to once again become a major driver of the national economy in the near term,...

Woman who exposed Korean actor Lee Yi-kyung's private life apologizes

A woman who exposed private messages of Korean actor Lee Yi-kyung has apologized, claiming that the images were AI-generated.  The woman earlier took to social...

LOOK: Kathryn Bernardo to get wax figure at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong

A great milestone indeed!Kathryn Bernardo is the latest Filipino celebrity to have her own wax figure courtesy of Madame Tussauds Hong Kong.The announcement...

Jessa Zaragoza releases 'Ang Sakit Sakit'

Certified OPM hitmaker and Philippine music royalty, Jessa Zaragoza, returns with a gripping new single that cuts deep and resonates even deeper — “Ang...

WTFu by MR. FU: Felix B. is back on WTFu

It has been a couple of years since we launched www.channelfu.com as part of our YouTube channel, WTFu. (may pa-website kineme ha!) It features the uncut...

Tobacco farmers face ₱978 million in losses from smuggling

Local tobacco farmers could lose as much as ₱978.44 million in income this year as government enforcement continues to lag behind the rampant spread of...

GCash rolls out integrated digital IPO subscription service

GCash, the country’s largest mobile wallet, is moving to democratize access to stock market debuts by integrating the fully digital Initial Public Offering...

GT Capital arm raises ₱5 billion from oversubscribed maiden bond offering

Toyota Financial Services Philippines Corp. (TFSPH), the automotive financing and leasing arm of GT Capital Holdings, Inc. (GT Capital), successfully raised...

Paris prosecutor says stolen Louvre jewels worth an estimated $102 million

PARIS (AP) — The Paris prosecutor said Tuesday that crown jewels stolen in a dramatic weekend Louvre heist were worth an estimated 88 million euros ($102...

North Korea test-fires ballistic missiles ahead of Trump's Asia trip

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea performed its first ballistic missile tests in five months Wednesday, days before U.S. President Donald Trump and other...

MusiCares names Mariah Carey its 2026 Person of the Year

NEW YORK (AP) — MusiCares, an organization that helps music professionals who need financial, personal or medical assistance, will honor Mariah Carey as its...

Personal data leaks jump 73% in Q3, compromising 4.3-million Filipinos

The Philippines registered a 73 percent increase in personal data leaks from July to September, as scammers continue to exploit the country’s vulnerable...

DOE multiplies host community energy share five-fold

The Department of Energy (DOE) has significantly increased the financial benefits for host communities of energy projects, aiming to ensure they share more...

DBM approves ₱783-million bonuses for security, intelligence personnel

Personnel of the government’s security and intelligence agencies will receive a total of ₱783 million in performance-based bonuses (PBB) for fiscal year...

Business leaders push for independent anti-graft watchdog

The business sector is exploring the possibility of establishing an independent body that will serve as the government’s “eyes and ears” to monitor public...

Beyond jail time, restitution of people's money is imperative

The declaration made by Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) Chair Justice Andres Reyes, Jr. that the government’s goal must be restitution, and...

Stop corruption, your way

UNDER THE MICROSCOPEWe’re all sick and tired of all the massive corruption going on in government with billions and trillions of pesos allegedly pocketed by...

Procurement reform to restore public trust

FINDING ANSWERSWhen government awards billions of pesos in procurement contracts, what happens next may result in taxpayers’ money spent honestly and...

Like servants who await their masters' return

REFLECTIONS TODAYIn ancient times, noble Romans and rich Jews had properties and households managed by servants or slaves known for their fealty and...

K-pop idol group BOYNEXTDOOR releases new mini-album 'The Action'

SEOUL - K-pop boy band BOYNEXTDOOR, composed of Sungho, Riwoo, Jaehyun, Taesan, Leehan, and Woonhak, made their comeback with the fifth mini-album “The...

It's time for our business groups to rise, meet new challenges

#MINDANAOThe barebones truth is that global confusion has continued to grip us since the end of the pandemic. This new reality requires entrepreneurs to see an...

Crocodile schemes

TECH4GOODThere is this unspoken rule among tech vendors that says, “If you did not write or influence the bid specifications, do not even bother to join the...

Trump says he's doubtful Ukraine can win the war with Russia as he prepares for Putin meeting

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday that while he thinks it is possible that Ukraine can defeat Russia, he's now doubtful it will...

Stray Kids to drop new album 'Do It' next month

K-pop boy group Stray Kids are set to release a new album titled

Mommy Inday Barretto vs. Raymart Santiago: Old wounds, fresh drama

There are few things more enduring in Philippine showbiz than the Barretto family drama. It’s like a telenovela that refuses to roll its end credits. Just...

'Weapons' begins streaming exclusively on HBO Max Oct. 24

New Line Cinema’s Weapons, a Warner Bros. Pictures release, will make its global streaming debut exclusively on HBO Max on Friday, Oct. 24.

Converge eyes mega data center in Visayas, Mindanao

Uy-led Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is eyeing the construction of a data center with scalable capacity of up to 100 megawatts (MW) as it charts an expansion plan...

Filipinos snap up 1.4 million new motorcycle units in nine months

Motorcycles continue to be the transportation of choice for many Filipinos, with the country welcoming nearly a million and a half new motorcycles from January...