The Philippine Star - December 05, 2024
The Philippine Star - December 05, 2024
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December 05, 2024
Even at Christmas, Sara can't forgive enemies
Despite telling Filipinos that Christmas is a time for forgiveness, Vice President Sara Duterte said this would not be the case for her.
2 mins
Roque won't return to Phl unless ordered by SC
Former presidential spokesman Harry Roque has no plan to return to the Philippines unless ordered by the Supreme Court, maintaining his right to travel as there is no hold-departure order (HDO) against him.
3 mins
Palace reviews bill restoring NFA power to sell rice
The proposed amendments to the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL) are now pending review before the Office of the President, with President Marcos expected to sign the new law that seeks to restore the price stabilization and supply regulation functions of the National Food Authority (NFA).
2 mins
BBM, House leaders meet
2nd impeachment case filed vs VP
5 mins
Phl to continue upholding int'l laws - Marcos
In the face of China's latest aggressive actions in the West Philippine Sea, the Philippines will continue to uphold international laws, push for diplomatic means and deepen cooperation with allies in defending its waters, President Marcos said yesterday.
4 mins
DOH flagged over P11.2-B expired drugs, COVID vax
The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged the Department of Health (DOH) over P11.2 billion worth of medicines, medical supplies, as well as COVID-19 vaccines found expired in its warehouses and health facilities last year.
2 mins
Coming soon: Polymer 500, 100, 50 peso banknotes
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is preparing to introduce the first Philippine polymer (FPP) banknote series in the first quarter next year, a significant step in the country's efforts to modernize its currency.
1 min
China ship blasts Phl vessel with water cannon
Utilizing water cannons and dangerous blocking maneuvers, China Coast Guard (CCG) and military vessels again harassed Philippine vessels in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) early yesterday morning.
3 mins
Quad comm chair slams 'narco trolls'
Their days are numbered, Philippine offshore gaming operators and others involved in illegal activities including drugs apparently want payback from the House quad committee in its ongoing investigations on POGOs.
2 mins
Check all names in VP's receipts, PSA told
The Philippine Statistics Authority must verify the 4,500 acknowledgment receipts (ARs) Vice President Sara Duterte submitted to the Commission on Audit (COA) as proof of payment for confidential funds, a congressman said yesterday.
1 min
AFP officials reaffirm loyalty to Constitution, gov't
Officials of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) reaffirmed their loyalty to the Constitution and the government of President Marcos during a courtesy call on Speaker Martin Romualdez at the House of Representatives late Monday afternoon.
1 min
PDEA: Bong Go not on drug watchlist
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency has clarified that Sen. Bong Go is not in the PDEA's watchlist of personalities involved in the illegal drug trade.
1 min
Quezon City still Phl's richest LGU
For four consecutive years, the Quezon City government under the helm of Mayor Joy Belmonte has been recognized as the richest local government unit (LGU), with total assets of P448.509 billion as of end-2023.
1 min
DA rolls out P40/kilo rice in LRT, MRT stations
Starting today, rice at P40 per kilo will be available in two stations of the Metro Rail Transit (MRT) and Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) as well as five markets in Metro Manila, the Department of Agriculture (DA) announced yesterday.
1 min
Neri Naig released from BJMP custody
The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology yesterday released actress and businesswoman Neri Naig from BJMP custody following a court order.
1 min
Nazarene feast: Fewer devotees expected at masses
An official of the Quiapo Church said yesterday they are expecting fewer devotees attending masses for the feast of the Black Nazarene on Jan. 9 next year.
1 min
MMDA bans mall-wide sales
To ease traffic congestion during the Christmas season, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has prohibited the holding of mallwide sales in the National Capital Region.
1 min
Porous borders
In yet another example of the porousness of the country's borders, former presidential spokesman Harry Roque, wanted by the House of Representatives quad committee since September, sent a counter-affidavit sworn to and notarized in Abu Dhabi on Nov. 29.
2 mins
Brain rot
EYES WIDE OPEN
3 mins
Trifecta
Sometimes, imagination is the missing ingredient.
3 mins
It's not just another island
Strolling along the shore, barefoot on the finest sand in the world and basking in the warmth of the sun and sea – this is a fantasy come true. Boracay, often considered one of the world’s finest beaches, rightfully boasts this title. This island is like no other.
2 mins
The 'new' concept of telemedicine
Over the past few years, telemedicine has changed how we access health care, providing people with the ability to consult a doctor without leaving their homes.
3 mins
The beauty I've found amid my dad's Alzheimer's
Every week, I visit my father, who has Alzheimer’s and lives alone. When I tell people this they say, “Is that safe?”
4 mins
The abusive Sara Duterte
Guilty. That is the verdict of many on the impeachment charges leveled against Sara Zimmerman Duterte, 46, the Vice President and the former secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd), from July 1, 2022-July 19, 2024.
4 mins
Jollibee's Joyful Christmas Stores are back, bringing the Pasko-est holiday season nationwide!
This holiday season, Jollibee is once again going all-out in spreading Christmas cheer across the Philippines by transforming select branches into \"Joyful Christmas Stores.\"
2 mins
Shear line raises Luzon dams' elevations
Three major dams in Luzon continued to release water yesterday after heavy rains spawned by the shear line raised the reservoirs' elevations closer to normal high water level.
1 min
Marawi vice mayor nabbed for NBI agent's slay
The vice mayor of Marawi City in Lanao del Sur was arrested on Monday in connection with the killing of an operative of the National Bureau of Investigation
1 min
Agusan Sur peace center launched
PATIN-AY, Agusan del Sur – Sixty-four former rebels took an oath of allegiance to the country during the launch of the Kalinow Peace Center in this province on Friday last week.
1 min
Syria rebels in Hama; fighters shell neighborhoods
BEIRUT (AFP) - Syrian rebel forces arrived at the gates of the key city of Hama on Tuesday, as their fighting with the military sparked \"a large wave of displacement,\" a war monitor said.
1 min
South Korean president faces impeachment
After martial law debacle
1 min
DFA: OK to travel to South Korea
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) yesterday said there was no need for Filipino tourists to cancel their trips to South Korea after President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law on Tuesday only to reverse the move hours later.
1 min
Knightley finds wit in spy series 'Black Doves'
British actress Keira Knightley says her new series \"Black Doves\" stands out for its tongue-in-cheek take on the world of espionage.
1 min
Taylor Swift tops Yale list of 2024's most notable quotations
From \"Childless Cat Lady\" to \"They're eating the cats,\" Yale University's list of 2024's most notable quotations delves into the worlds of presidential politics, entertainment and conspiracy theories while saving room for sports, business and protests against the war in Gaza.
1 min
Georgian rights official condemns use of 'torture' vs protesters
Georgia's public ombudsman accused police on Tuesday of inflicting torture on people arrested during six days of big street protests against the government's decision to suspend talks on joining the European Union.
1 min
Death toll rises to 29 in southern Thailand floods
More than 30,000 people have been forced to flee their homes due to severe flooding in southern Thailand, where the death toll climbed to 29, officials said yesterday.
1 min
Pampanga nears crown
DUBAI - The Pampanga Giant Lanterns once again asserted their superiority over the Quezon Huskers and closed in on the MPBL crown with a 79-60 win Tuesday, completing a two-game sweep of their Dubai swing at the Al Nasr Sports Club's Rashid Bin Hamdan Indoor Hall here.
1 min
Southwoods, Luisita in fierce showdown
BAGUIO - With three players scoring heavily, Manila Southwoods Team-1 fought back from four points down to within two heading to an exciting showdown with rival Luisita at the Camp John Hay Golf Club in the final round of the 74th Januarius Fil Am Invitational seniors' competition here.
1 min
NORTHPORT CHECKS SKID VS MAGNOLIA
With stifling defense and a sleek running game, NorthPort ended nearly three years of futility against Magnolia.
1 min
High hopes for Phl tankers in Bangkok
The Philippine Aquatics, Inc. (PAI) will send teams vying in four disciplines in the 46th Southeast Asian Age-Group Championship slated Dec. 6-10 at the Bangkok National Swimming Center in Bangkok, Thailand.
1 min
So far, so good for Cool Smashers
Close to perfection. This was how, in a nutshell, Jema Galanza described her season so far after powering Creamline to a 25-22, 25-20, 30-32, 25-20 victory over sister team Choco Mucho Tuesday night and straight to the top alongside Cignal in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference.
1 min
Young achievers feted in Siklab Awards
Tachiana Mangin of taekwondo and weightlifters Angeline Colonia and Lovely Inan will banner the heavy cast of awardees in the Nickel Asia Corp. Siklab Youth Sports Awards 2024 tonight at the Market! Market! Activity Center Ayala Malls BGC.
1 min
BJ's back on bench
SPORTING CHANCE
2 mins
As competition for talent heightens, firms overhaul wage strategies
Most companies are planning to overhaul their compensation strategies to remain competitive in the labor market, results of a wage survey showed.
2 mins
Power coops now exempt from local taxes
All electric cooperatives (ECs) in the country may now be exempted from local taxes, fees and charges imposed by local government units (LGUs) upon compliance with financial and operational standards.
1 min
Approved BOI projects surge to record P1.58 T
Investments approved by the Board of Investments (BOI) hit a record high of P1.58 trillion in 11 months, driven primarily by projects in the energy sector.
1 min
Office occupiers considering expansion in 3-5 years – survey
A majority of office locators are likely to consider expansion activities to other markets in the country in the next three to five years, according to a survey by Santos Knight Frank (SKF).
2 mins
Stocks dip anew ahead of inflation results
Share prices finished slightly lower as investors stayed cautious ahead of the release of the country's November inflation results.
1 min
BSP mulls increasing slots for digital banking licenses
The Monetary Board may consider increasing the number of slots for new digital banking licenses depending on market demand and the value propositions of applicants, an official from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said.
1 min
URC puts up new flour mill in Quezon
Gokongwei-led Universal Robina Corp. (URC) is bolstering by more than half its production capacity for quality flour with the opening of a new mill in Quezon province.
1 min
Powering Pampanga's growth
A productive and very relevant discussion on accelerating growth in Central Luzon took place last week, and I was privileged enough to be part of it together with stalwarts of the Kapampangan media community, notably the Capampangan in Media Inc. (CAMI).
3 mins
Nomura sees Phl economy expanding by 6% next year
Japan-based Nomura Global Research expects economic growth in the Philippines to improve next year but still undershoot official targets at six percent.
2 mins
Interest rate swap market to take off in 2025
The Philippine Interest Rate Swap (IRS) market is expected to pick up significant traction by the first quarter of 2025 as clients and banks increasingly explore its potential for dynamic benchmarking and financial interactivity.
1 min
THE NATIONAL EXPORT CONGRESS 2024: EXPORTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Philippine exporters are front and center this week for the annual National Exporters Week (NEW).
2 mins
MSpectrum, Edward Keller partner for solar power project in Laguna
MSpectrum Inc., the solar energy arm of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), has teamed up with food manufacturer Edward Keller Philippines Inc. (EKPI) for a solar project in Laguna.
1 min
Lisa Gokongwei-Cheng exits as JG Summit CDO
Lisa Gokongwei-Cheng is stepping down as chief digital officer (CDO) of conglomerate JG Summit Holdings Inc. after more than four years.
1 min
Tobacco farmers to get P100 M production grant
The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) is set to distribute P100 million worth of cash assistance to nearly 17,000 tobacco farmers this month, a move aimed at enhancing the production of the commodity.
1 min
New fiscal targets and the anti-agricultural economic sabotage law
Three topics here and we go straight to the numbers and facts.
4 mins
Pepsi to close Muntinlupa plant
The exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo products in the Philippines is looking to post robust growth in revenues this year and next, even with its planned closure of its plant in Muntinlupa by the end of this year in line with its aim to improve operations and profitability.
2 mins
Acciona to expand investments in Phl
Acciona Infrastructure, a global leader in sustainable infrastructure, plans to expand its investments in the Philippines and continue collaborating with government and private partners on transformative projects.
1 min
HAVE YOURSELF A VERY RAMSAY CHRISTMAS
Contrary to popular belief, chef Gordon Ramsay does not go ultra-violently humbugging during the Christmas season like Scrooge in tidy whites, leaving a trail of idiot sandwiches, vampires killed by garlic, and errant Monday motivators in his wake.
3 mins
DISCOVER A HIDDEN FLAME
Writers and public relations people often work together and are in touch when in work mode. It is, indeed, a blessing when strong bonds of friendship are formed and people from these two worlds just jive and get along so well.
2 mins
BYD CARS INAUGURATES BALINTAWAK SHOWROOM
YD Cars Philippines, together with ACMobility, inaugurates the latest BYD showroom in Metro Manila. Strategically located along EDSA Balintawak in Quezon City, this state-of-the-art facility is the brand's first dealership along the bustling gateway to the North and the first showroom to feature DC charging.
2 mins
A WICKED GOOD WAY TO CATCH YOUR FAVORITE BIG-SCREEN MOVIES
Nowadays, there are so many ways to view content, from your phone to your laptop to your TV screen. But if you're going to watch a movie that really \"takes off\" from the screen, you've got to GO BIG.
3 mins
PAN DE MANILA X CASAJUAN: LIMITED-EDITION PLATES AND CUPS
In celebration of its silver anniversary, Pan de Manila launched the limited-edition plates and cups, in collaboration with Casa Juan.
1 min
BTS member Jungkook docu-series premieres on Disney+
A documentary series on global pop star Jungkook of BTS is now streaming on Disney+.
1 min
Rachelle Gerodias, Byeong In Park, Gerphil Flores lead classical Christmas concert
Christmas is in the air. In line with the festivity of the yuletide season, the Rotary Club of Makati is mounting a \"Classical Christmas Concert\" on Dec. 10 at The Fifth at Rockwell, Makati City.
1 min
ALBERT MARTINEZ TO SEMI-RETIRE FROM SHOWBIZ
Albert Martinez is slowly stepping out of the limelight. \"I will be semi-retired in 2025,\" he disclosed. \"I will focus on my private life.\"
2 mins
DANIEL PADILLA CHOOSES ACTION OVER ROMANCE IN TV COMEBACK
DANIEL PADILLA IS STEPPING into a new chapter of his showbiz career, trading in romance for action in his teleserye comeback.
2 mins
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