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Away in a Manger a lullaby for Baby Jesus

It is always important to give credit to songwriters but it is almost a certainty that we will never find out who did Away in a Manger. But no matter. Whoever he was deserves a huge thank you for coming up with the sweetest lullaby for the baby Jesus.

EUGENE DOMINGO AND ITALIAN HUBBY REDEFINE LA DOLCE VITA DE MANILA

Eugene Domingo and I are kindred spirits. So it was such a breeze interviewing Uge and her Italian hubby, Danilo Bottoni, for my newly launched Dollywood-PH YouTube channel.

Judy Ann Santos on Why Co-producing 'Espantaho' is Worth the Gamble

In her decades-long career, which began when she was a child star, Judy Ann Santos has worn multiple hats—actress, host and now, film producer. However, stepping into the roles of both lead star and co-producer in the horror/family drama \"Espantaho\"—her first Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entry in this dual capacity—came with its fair share of challenges and lessons.

InLife Urges Pinoys to Save for Holidays

Local insurance company Insular Life (InLife) is encouraging Filipinos to prioritize savings this holiday season as it launches a new campaign for the season.

Jollibee Group Teams Up With DepEd

The Jollibee Group, through its social development arm Jollibee Group Foundation (JGF), is teaming up with the Department of Education (DepEd) to step up initiatives aimed at alleviating hunger among school-aged children.

First Gen, FEU Expand Power Supply Agreement

First Gen Corp. of the Lopez Group has expanded its power supply deal with Far Eastern University (FEU) to include the latter's campuses in Manila and Muntinlupa.

Mober inks financing deal with BDO

Green logistics startup Mober has inked a financing deal with BDO Unibank Inc. for the acquisition of new electric vehicle (EV) trucks as part of its fleet expansion.

GEA-3 still in limbo

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has moved back the issuance of the ceiling price for run-of-river (ROR) hydro, which will be included in the third round of the green energy auction program (GEAP).

Cosco terminates P500 M jv with Thai firm

Cosco Capital Inc. of tycoon Lucio Co is no longer pursuing its planned P500-million retail joint venture with a Thai company.

Merry moments at Vertis North Estate Rain Garden: Uniting the community in holiday cheer

The holiday spirit came alive at the Vertis North Rain Garden last December 14 with the festive celebration of \"Merry Moments at Vertis North\", a joyous event designed to bring the community together in a heartwarming celebration of the season.

Poised for Expansion: Philippine Office and Data Center Markets Gear Up for 2025

The Philippine office and data center markets are poised for significant growth in 2025, driven by government expansions, IT-BPM growth, and rising digital infrastructure needs.

Ethnobotanical learning facility to rise in Clark

State-run Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is partnering with the Department of Agriculture (DA) Regional Field Office III and the Pampanga State Agricultural University (PSAU) to establish a 10-hectare ethnobotanical learning facility in New Clark City in Tarlac.

SEC Recognized Anew for Campaign vs Scam

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been recognized for its efforts in protecting the public against an emerging investment scam.

Phl meat imports from Brazil expected to surpass 250k MT

Brazil's chicken meat and pork exports to the Philippines are set to expand this year as the latter turns to foreign stocks to augment a shortfall in its domestic supplies.

The gift of family

This Christmas was a nostalgic experience for me, and most probably for those who belong to the baby boomer generation like me – those born between 1946 and 1964.

Crime and punishment

There are some folks who think that foreign investors avoid us because we are too corrupt. But how can we explain Vietnam's and Malaysia's status as the current favorite destinations of investors when corruption is present there too?

BSP profit soars to P109.7 B in 9 months

The earnings of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) stood at P109.7 billion as of September, nearly five times higher than the P22.3 billion in the same period last year amid higher interest income.

Residential developers urged to diversify geographically

Residential property developers are advised to set their sights on geographic diversification, given the stable take-up of units outside Metro Manila.

Debt-free Benguet Corp eyes new, expansion projects

Romualdez-led Benguet Corp. is now keen on engaging possible investors to explore new and expansion projects to diversify revenue sources after becoming debt free.

Meralco Headed for Banner Year

Power distribution giant Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is on track to close 2024 on a high note, with electricity sales growing beyond target, setting the stage for a promising year ahead.

Last-Minute Buying Props Up Market

Last-minute buying from investors helped the local stock market finish in positive territory in its return from a two-day holiday break.

Budget Deficit Widens to P213 B in November

The government posted a wider budget deficit of P213 billion in November as revenue collections went down while state spending surged by double digits, according to the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr).

AsPac Subsea Cable Link Switched On

PLDT in regional telco consortium

Master of whistle

Romy Guevara will always be known as the country's basketball officiating guru with over 40 years of experience running the hardcourt.

Palawan Yurich Builders-Perpetual rules Jr MPBL 18-under

Palawan Yurich Builders ruled the 18-under division of the Junior Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) by sweeping the best-of-three finals against North Division champion Rizal Province Switch Fiber last Monday at the Home of the Altas Gym in Pamplona III, Las Piñas City.

Abarrientos makes 'Clasico' extra special

It was his first \"Manila Clasico\" experience - on Christmas Day, with 12,198 in attendance at the Big Dome and against the team of his legendary uncle, Magnolia assistant coach Johnny Abarrientos, at that.

LAKERS PIP WARRIORS

LeBron James and Steph Curry served up a Christmas Day feast as their rivalry delivered another classic with the Los Angeles Lakers edging the Golden State Warriors 115-113 on Wednesday.

Pinoy booters ready to face Thais head on

The Last Dance has been unreachable and powerhouse Thailand uncrackable so far, even for the legendary batch that made stellar runs in the 2010s.

King Charles focuses Christmas message on healthcare workers

King Charles III used his annual Christmas message on Wednesday to hail the selflessness of those who have cared for him and the Princess of Wales this year, after both were diagnosed with cancer.

Tears, prayers as Asia mourns tsunami dead 20 years on

Tearful mourners prayed yesterday as ceremonies were held across Asia to remember the 220,000 people who were killed two decades ago when a tsunami hit coastlines around the Indian Ocean in one of the world's worst natural disasters.