Perkins, Rivero show off as Phoenix notches 2nd win at expense of winless...
MANILA, Philippines – The Phoenix Fuel Masters picked up their second victory and kept the Terrafirma Dyip winless in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup after cruising to a 122-108 rout at the PhilSports...
View ArticleTrump asks New York appeals court to dismiss hush money case before sentencing
NEW YORK, USA – United States President-elect Donald Trump asked a New York court on Tuesday, January 7, to throw out his conviction on charges stemming from hush money paid to a porn star, and to...
View ArticleRondae Hollis-Jefferson, TNT stave off furious Meralco comeback for 3rd...
MANILA, Philippines – Rondae Hollis-Jefferson saved the day for the TNT Tropang Giga as they avoided a massive collapse and escaped the Meralco Bolts with a 101-99 win in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup at...
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Supreme Court: Power generation, supply not public utilities but subject to...
MANILA, Philippines – The Supreme Court (SC) ruled that electricity generation and power supply are not public utility operations but still regulated by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC). In an...
View ArticleRice imports hit record high in 2024 at 4.68 million MT
MANILA, Philippines – Rice imports in the Philippines hit a record high at 4.68 million metric tons (MT) in 2024, according to Department of Agriculture (DA) spokesperson Arnel de Mesa. De Mesa, who...
View Article[In The Public Square] Dirtier politics: What to expect in 2025
Talk of Philippine politics today and we see: the worsening conflict between the Marcos and Duterte dynasties, the rise of the Tulfos, the inevitable crescendo of criticism in their wake, and the...
View ArticleChina’s ‘monster’ ship out, but another Chinese ship is sailing near Zambales
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said Wednesday, January 8, that another China Coast Guard (CCG) was sailing close to the shore of Zambales after another vessel, the so-called...
View ArticleSharp Rain or Shine shows no rust from long break after breezy win over...
MANILA, Philippines – Rain or Shine eased Yeng Guiao’s worries as the Elasto Painters sustained their winning form in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. Despite a lengthy layoff, Rain or Shine got off a...
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UK universities join retreat from Elon Musk’s X, citing misinformation on...
Universities and other higher education establishments have joined a retreat among British institutions from Elon Musk’s X social media platform, citing its role in spreading misinformation that...
View ArticleWinless San Miguel crashes out of EASL contention after blowout loss to...
MANILA, Philippines – San Miguel’s fortunes in the East Asia Super League have not changed. The Beermen remained the only winless team in the continental showdown after absorbing a 94-63 road drubbing...
View ArticleMeta ends US fact-check program | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: Meta ends US fact-checking program, leaving partners blindsided Meta scraps its longstanding fact-checking program...
View Article‘We’re here to be competitive’: NorthPort surge continues with rare win vs...
MANILA, Philippines – If there were still any doubts, a rare win over Barangay Ginebra showed NorthPort can hang with the big boys of the PBA. The Batang Pier beat the Gin Kings for the first time in...
View ArticleLIVESTREAM: Misa Mayor for Nazareno 2025
MANILA, Philippines – Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula is leading the Misa Mayor (fiesta Mass) for the Feast of Jesus Nazareno at the Quirino Grandstand at midnight on Thursday, January 9....
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PAL adds new Catarman route, more Siargao flights from Cebu
MANILA, Philippines – Philippine Airlines (PAL) is ramping up flights from the Queen City of the South beginning March with a new route to Catarman and more flights to Siargao. “The new Cebu hub...
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Cagayan de Oro sees dwindling Traslacion crowd, disrupted livelihoods
CAGAYAN DE ORO, Philippines – Dodong Napoco wandered the crowded streets of Cagayan de Oro on Thursday morning, January 9, a bundle of handkerchiefs tucked under his arm. For years – except during the...
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IN PHOTOS: Feast of Jesus Nazareno 2025 in Bacolod, Cavite, Davao Region,...
Catholic devotees flocked to the streets of, not just Manila, but also in the different provinces around the Philippines to participate in their own Traslacion, celebrating the Feast of Jesus...
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Marcos picks new chief of court that handles his family’s ill-gotten wealth...
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recently named the new chief of the Sandiganbayan, the anti-graft court that handles his family’s ill-gotten wealth cases. Marcos signed the appointment of Geraldine...
View ArticleWho is Pepsi Paloma, and why are people talking about her?
MANILA, Philippines – Why is the late Pepsi Paloma being talked about again? On January 9, actor and comedian Vic Sotto filed a cyber libel complaint against filmmaker Darryl Yap over the teaser for...
View ArticleAncajas aims to boost IBF ranking against Mepranum
MANILA, Philippines – Whether Jerwin Ancajas’ temporary break with trainer Joven Jimenez works wonders will be known when the former world champion tangles with veteran Richie Mepranum on January 25...
View Article[WATCH] Rappler Live Jam: syd hartha
MANILA, Philippines – Folk-pop artist syd hartha is returning to the Rappler HQ on Thursday, January 9, for the very first 2025 episode of Rappler Live Jam! The “paruparo” singer has always prided...
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