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DMW shuts consulting firm targeting Canada-bound immigrants

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Thursday closed down the office of Dream Pathway Education and Immigration Services (Dream Pathway), a consultancy firm...

Uncertainties hang over new $61-b Ukraine aid – tracker

PARIS – The new US package of $61 billion in aid for Ukraine will...

Palace to seek legal actions vs deep fake video creators, spreaders

Malacañang said Thursday it is eyeing legal action against those behind a manipulated or...

Korean Air, Delta Air Lines team up to build homes in Valenzuela

Korean Air and Delta Air Lines joined forces with Habitat for Humanity Philippines to...

Public officials, employees cooperating with ICC risk facing charges—DOJ

The Department of Justice (DOJ) warned government officials and employees Thursday against working with the International Criminal Court (ICC), which reportedly started its probe into the bloody drug war of former President Rodrigo Duterte. In a press briefing held in Malacañang, DOJ Assistant Secretary Jose Dominic Clavano IV said public sector workers may be held accountable for violating Republic Act (RA) No. 6713 or the Code of Conduct and Ethical...

Uncertainties hang over new $61-b Ukraine aid – tracker

PARIS – The new US package of $61 billion in aid for...

Palace to seek legal actions vs deep fake video creators, spreaders

Malacañang said Thursday it is eyeing legal action against those behind a...

Korean Air, Delta Air Lines team up to build homes in Valenzuela

Korean Air and Delta Air Lines joined forces with Habitat for Humanity...

TOP STORIES

WHO finds use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among youth ‘alarming’

Copenhagen, Denmark—The widespread use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among adolescents is "alarming," according to...

ICC contacts drug war cops

50 retired, active police officials involved in Rody’s case At least 50 former and active...

Navy ready to respond to Chinese interference vs. Balikatan exercises

The Philippine Navy said it is prepared to implement contingency measures should China interfere...

Palace warns vs Marcos ‘deepfake’ ordering attack

The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on Wednesday warned the public about circulatinga content of...

NEWS

‘Danger’ level heat index to prevail in 36 areas including Metro Manila, says PAGASA

A heat index of 46 degrees Celsius is projected over Metro Manila, Dagupan City...

Heatstroke kills 30 in Thailand this year as kingdom bakes

Bangkok, Thailand—Thailand issued fresh warnings about scorching hot weather on Thursday as the government...

DMW shuts consulting firm targeting Canada-bound immigrants

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Thursday closed down the office of Dream...

Marcos eyes stronger efforts vs sexual abuse, exploitation of children

President Marcos ordered concerned government agencies to implement a comprehensive approach to combat the...

Senate seeks inquiry into suspicious recruitment of foreign students in Cagayan

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has proposed an inquiry into the alleged payment of up to...

UN appeals for increased climate resilience support in drought-hit PH

United Nations (UN) representatives on Thursday called for increased support for the Philippine government's...

OPINION

Better safe than sorry

IS IT Sinophobia and racism? We raise this query amid serious concern by some legislators...

No quick fixes

“We need bold directions, because as we all know, food, and not only rice,...

We are our own worst enemy

“What the government must do now is come out with rational and coherent policies...

Sovereignty issue should transcend partisan politics

“While at this, we’re reminded of the truism that invariably politicians think only of...

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COLUMNISTS

NBDB kicks off 2nd Philippine Book Festival

“Festival goers will enjoy the NBDB Book Bar, the Tabuan Food Hall, Guhit Pambata...

Lines drawn on Marcos-Duterte

“Sara as education secretary is the President’s alter ego, and as alter ego should...

Betrayal of reason: China’s blatant hypocrisy

“They have the nerve to lecture about good-neighborliness while bullying smaller nations and trampling...

Evidentiary presumptions

(Part 1) “The Supreme Court disagreed with the RTC and the CA, and declared that...

Sad, but…

Sad, but…the parting came too soon and the bitter denouement will linger for years Let...

Power supply that all should have

Reliable and affordable power is obviously indispensable and therefore the distribution utility that will...

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NATIONAL

Power supply thins out due to heat

Grid operator National Grid Corp. of the Philippines said Wednesday the Luzon grid hit...

Group to tackle inmates’ transfer

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has formed a technical working group (TWG) to speed...

Romualdez hails consortium’s OFW lounge project at NAIA

House Speaker Martin Romualdez thanked the consortium led by San Miguel Corporation CEO Ramon...

Don’t carry flammable items inside cars: MIAA

The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) on Wednesday urged parking users at the Ninoy...

WORLD NEWS

Meta sued in Japan over celebrity investment scams

Tokyo, Japan—Four scam victims in Japan sued Facebook on Thursday after being hoodwinked by...

US Supreme Court to hear Trump immunity claim

Washington, DC – The US Supreme Court will hear arguments Thursday on whether Donald...

Uncertainties hang over new $61-b Ukraine aid – tracker

PARIS – The new US package of $61 billion in aid for Ukraine will...

Heatstroke kills 30 in Thailand this year as kingdom bakes

Bangkok, Thailand—Thailand issued fresh warnings about scorching hot weather on Thursday as the government...
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BUSINESS

P25 million worth of banned Flava vape products confiscated

Authorities confiscated P25 million worth of banned vape products under the Flava brand for...

March budget deficit fell as revenues grew over 11%

The national government’s budget deficit narrowed to P195.9 billion in March 2024 from P210.3...

SMIC spending up to P114b to expand property, retail businesses

SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) of the Sy family said Wednesday it is spending between...

3 new officials named to complete DOF’s leadership

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed three undersecretaries including a chief economist to complete the...

ON THE ROAD

Ford PH celebrates ‘60 years of Mustang’ with launch of its newest model

Set to grace Ford dealerships nationwide by next month Ford Philippines has unveiled the highly...

Maserati completes ‘Electric Trident’ with stunning GranCabrio Folgore

Maserati has just globally unveiled the latest addition to its all-electric Folgore lineup -...

Shell continues expansion of EV Charging Network with new mall-based stations

Pilipinas Shell is making significant strides in the transition to sustainable mobility by adding...

LEGO® Group partners with prominent names to launch special racing vehicles

In a groundbreaking partnership, the LEGO® Group has joined forces with renowned racing brands...

SPORTS

Heat’s three-point barrage stuns Celtics to level playoff series

Los Angeles, United States—The Miami Heat unleashed a barrage of three-pointers to score a...

PH 3rd in SEA with most qualified athletes for Paris

WITH just over three months remaining until the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Philippines currently...

4 PH fencers shoot for Olympic seats in Dubai meet

THREE Filipino fencers Nathaniel Perez, Noelito Jose and Hanniel Abella left Tuesday to join...

World no. 156 Eala stuns no. 41 Tsurenko

EIGHTEEN-YEAR-OLD Alex Eala, now on a career-best world ranking, pulled off  the biggest win...

ENTERTAINMENT

The next big love team

Kapamilya stars Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin are making their first appearance on the...

Exes on screen: Julia Barretto, Joshua Garcia reunite in ‘Un/Happy For You’

Former flames Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia are teaming up for a new movie...

BTS agency to file complaint against subsidiary head over breach of trust

Seoul, South Korea—The South Korean agency behind K-pop sensation BTS said Thursday it will...

Leading network brings heartfelt joy to viewers

GMA Network is spreading cheer with its latest campaign, “Masaya Dito!,” an initiative that...

LIFESTYLE

A celebration of innovation,personalized care, and luxury eyewear

Vision Express, renowned for its gold standard in vision care, leads the luxury eyewear...

Looking back while moving forward

How Filipina-Australian vlogger Jeraldine Blackman stays grounded “I was very surprised because I didn’t know...

Connect with nature and be an eco-champion

Smart Communications recently launched the #ConnectedWithNature campaign, highlighting the importance of environmental stewardship and...

We tested Infinix NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G while bowling, here’s what happened

We got to try out the new Infinix NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G at a...

SPOTLIGHT

SM Prime marks 30th anniversary with record-breaking income, P100 billion investment for 2024

Manila, Philippines - SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SMPH), the leading integrated property developer in...

PSFI Brings the Story of Love, Compassion, and Success

Sama-samang Pagtulong, Sabay-sabay na Pagsulong Welded Hearts: Pagpapanday sa Pinagtagpong Puso Parte ng SKIL Scholars Batch...

Industry leaders launch 15th Asia CEO Awards

Over a hundred top executives spearhead the launch of the Asia CEO Awards 2024,...

Ayala Land Premier’s Gardencourt Residences structurally completes second of five towers

Ayala Land Premier (ALP), the brand for distinctive properties that carries the high-end legacy...

LGUs

Pimentel donates service vehicles to Marikina barangays

Senate Minority Leader Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel and his wife Kat Pimentel have turned over...

QC issues apology over poor handling of clearing operations in UP Diliman

THE Quezon City government on Wednesday issued an apology for the poor handling of...

Decent homes eyed for QC urban poor

QUEZON City Mayor Joy Belmonte aims to provide informal settlers with decent homes, saying...

Sangley Point in Cavite to sizzle at 47C as heat wave continues—PAGASA

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warns of another wave of...

TECH

realme 12 5G: Capable, stylish smartphone with smooth display

By Riera U. Mallari I KNOW, I know. You really like realme’s recently launched 12+...

Win a shopping spree worth up to P100,000 from PLDT Home

Summer is the perfect time to upgrade your home, shop for school or work...

Globe pushes for zero lease on telco infra in developments, cites Asia-Pacific trends

Globe reiterates its push to remove lease fees for telco infrastructure in local property...

The World’s No.1 AI Camera Phone: HONOR Magic6 Pro is confirmed to arrive in PH! 

Experience magic this May with the multi-awarded HONOR Magic6 Pro, an AI camera phone...

CRAVINGS

#AiceSpotted: Aice Ice Cream takes over unexpected places this summer

Summer is here, and what better way to beat the heat than with your...

The KFC Chizza is back: Now more delicious than ever

Craving for chicken and pizza? Why not have both? Get ready to have your chicken...

McDo PH celebrates employees with ‘Salamuch Crew’ initiative

MCDONALD’S Philippines has supersized its employee experience with a monthslong program known as “Salamuch...

Plant-based gelato: Scoops of goodness amid the sweltering heat

SUMMER in the Philippines screams the loudest for ice cream. As the country’s heat...

HOME & DESIGN

Metro Manila emerges as solid property market

Metro Manila is solidifying its position as an attractive real estate market, topping a...

New 50-story landmark rising in Quezon City’s bustling center

A new landmark will rise in the bustling commercial and business district of Quezon...

Anchor school

Dr. Mary Joy Abaquin, founding director of Multiple Intelligence International School (MIIS), leads the...

Real estate sector sustains expansion

The Philippine real estate and housing sector sustained its growth in 2023 despite a...

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

Ayala Group vows to fight climate change

The Ayala Group welcomed last week the challenge to help build a resilient and...

Benguet firm catches mist to solve water lack

BAGUIO CITY—Amid the frequent shortage of water aggravated by the El Niño phenomenon, a...

Eight ways to overcome the waste pollution crisis

2nd of three parts 2. Textile waste. Less than 1 percent of the material used...

Food, beverage firms commit to plastic cutback

Food and beverage (F&B) companies are poised to minimize plastic as a favored packaging...

AGRICULTURE

DA Cordillera conserves corn varieties for future generations

The Department of Agriculture- Regional Field Office Cordillera (DA-RFO CAR) said it is actively...

Taiwan experts show farmers how to grow their yield, income

There is a quiet revolution in Central Luzon. But unlike uprisings of the past, this...

Tilapia harvest at Pantabangan Park boosts Luzon fish production

The DA-BFAR Regional Fisheries Office III harvested over 400 kilos of tilapia from three...

OFW cultivates lush gardens through hydroponics

Farming can go beyond the premises of growing food for income. To some, it...

PETS

Caring for Your Dog’s Kidneys: A Comprehensive Guide

Maintaining the health of your dog's kidneys is crucial for their overall well-being, especially...

Of Dogs and Eggs

For many dog owners, sharing food with their furry companions is a common practice....

Can Dogs Eat Cat Food?(Understanding the risks and benefits)

For many pet owners, the sight of their furry companions enjoying a meal together...

Wet pet food: Merits and considerations

Choosing the most appropriate food for our beloved pets can be a challenging task,...

POP LIFE, EVENTS, BYAHERO & GALLERY

A welcome revival

Wawa Dam used to be the only source of water for Metro Manila until...

SM Prime marks 30 years with record-breaking income

(From left) Assistant Corporate Secretary Arthur Sy, Corporate Secretary Elmer Serrano, Chief Finance Officer...

A new beginning

The new officers and members of the Samahang Plaridel Foundation Inc. pay their respects...

Illegal vape

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Assistant Secretary Amanda Marie Nograles of the DTI...

FOREIGN EXCHANGE

in PHP
  Australian Dollar35.7
  Swiss Franc62.8
  Euro59.7
  British Pound68.9
  Hong Kong Dollar7.26
  Japanese Yen0.38
  American Dollar56.8
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EXAM RESULT

2020-2021 Bar Exam results

List of successful examinees ABABA, Jayson R.ABAD, Elmer II H.ABAD, Joshua Quintin I.ABAD, Neldren J.ABALAYAN,...

Architect Licensure Examination Results (January 2022)

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 1,370 out of 2,205 passed the Architect Licensure Examination (ALE) given...

7 women in top 10 of Bar Exam: 2,103 new lawyers

by Supreme Court of the Philippines Manila, Philippines - Justice Perlas-Bernabe announced that a total...

December 2019 Dentist Licensure Examination results

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 540 out of 1,549  passed the December 2019 Dentist Licensure...

RESULTS: CPA board exam October 2019

MANILA, Philippines – The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 2,075 out of 14,492(14.32%) passed...