The Philippine Star - January 06, 2025

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January 06, 2025

Suspension of higher SSS contributions sought

Private school teachers are calling for the immediate suspension of the hikes for Social Security System (SSS) contributions this year, expressing worries about \"further erosion of already insufficient take-home pay.\"

1 min

PCG challenges China ‘monster ship' seen near Zambales

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) challenged the largest ship of the China Coast Guard (CCG), which was spotted 54 nautical miles off Capones Island, Zambales on Saturday.

1 min

Seat Belt Law to Be Strictly Enforced Amid Road Crashes

The Land Transportation Office will strictly implement Republic Act 8750 or the Seat Belts Use Act of 1999 as part of enforcing road safety measures, LTO chief Vigor Mendoza II said yesterday.

2 mins

Comelec starts printing of ballots for 2025 polls

The printing of 73 million ballots for the mid-term elections and the first parliamentary polls in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) begins today

2 mins

How old really was Tandang Sora?

In the pantheon of Filipino heroes, women are few and far between.

3 mins

Japan city donates to Phl typhoon victims

The Japanese city of Minato donated 1.6 million Japanese yen to support the victims of recent typhoons that affected the Philippines.

1 min

'Gov't moving to insulate AKAP from politicians'

Three government agencies are now in the process of fine-tuning an efficient system where beneficiaries of the government's Ayuda Para sa Kapos ang Kita (AKAP) Program will be totally free from the influence of either national or local politics.

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DILG: Submit POGO crackdown final report by Jan. 10

Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla has given all local government units (LGUs) until Jan. 10 to submit their final reports on the crackdown on all Philippine offshore gaming operations in their respective jurisdictions after the total ban on POGOs took effect on Dec. 31 last year.

2 mins

SUSTAINED EXCELLENCE: Iloilo City finishes strong in 2024 with achievements, awards

As 2024 draws to a close, Iloilo City stands tall, capping off the year with remarkable achievements and awards, evidencing its sustained progress and excellence.

1 min

'NSC reshuffle reflects feud among political dynasties'

The reorganization of the National Security Council (NSC) that used to comprise the highest officials along with former presidents, is a reflection of the sorry state of the country under warring political dynasties, according to a former lawmaker.

1 min

PMA, PNPA part of education sector - senator

The Philippine Military Academy (PMA) and the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) are part of the education sector, which will receive the largest allocation in the 2025 national budget as mandated by the Constitution, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian said over the weekend.

1 min

Prisoner swap program eyed for detained OFWs

The minority leader in the House of Representatives yesterday proposed to the government a prisoner swap program with other countries, under which jailed overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) can serve their sentences in the Philippines instead.

1 min

Unicef calls for Phl climate education

The United Nations children's agency is urging the Philippines to make education more climate smart and resilient.

1 min

4 Bilibid personnel axed

Following a stabbing incident at the New Bilibid Prison that left an inmate dead and two others injured last week, four NBP personnel have been relieved from their posts.

1 min

PNP tightens security for Nazarene feast

Four days before the Feast of the Black Nazarene in Quiapo, Manila, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has put in place heightened security measures to ensure the safety of millions of devotees expected to join the traslacion on Jan. 9.

2 mins

Japanese Fugitive Nabbed

A Japanese fugitive facing fraud charges has been arrested in Binondo, Manila.

1 min

LTO: 984 Driver's Licenses Revoked in 2024

Nearly 1,000 drivers lost their licenses in 2024 mostly due to drunk driving, according to the Land Transportation Office.

1 min

BI intercepts trafficking victim scammed over fake escort

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has intercepted a trafficking victim who was reportedly duped into paying P120,000 for a fake escort service to work abroad.

1 min

Tomato costs P20 per piece - DA

The retail price of tomato has increased to P360 per kilo, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).

1 min

WORLD-CLASS HOSPITAL CARE GOES TO THE BARRIOS

A nation that cannot take care of its own would be no better than a failed state.

7 mins

When a child dies on Christmas

On Jan. 2, 2025, I started the year leading a discipleship group at our favorite Starbucks branch.

4 mins

Culture of mendicancy

After the economic catastrophe that resulted from the Marcos dictatorship, Corazon Aquino turned to the international community for help in reviving the devastated Philippine economy.

4 mins

Discouraging fishing

The country is almost completely dependent on imports for its salt and milk requirements.

1 min

From St. Louis to San Diego

I'm writing this on New Year's Day in San Diego, California, where we've been visiting our married daughter Demi, who's been living and working here for the past 17 years.

4 mins

Never say never

There was nothing unexpected in Vice President Sara Duterte being officially removed as a member of the National Security Council (NSC).

4 mins

Getting ready for Go Negosyo's 20th year

2025 will be an exciting year. It is the year the non-profit I founded, Go Negosyo, turns 20 years old. How time flies, indeed.

4 mins

Surgeon General calls for cancer warnings on alcohol

Alcohol is a leading preventable cause of cancer, and alcoholic beverages should carry a warning label as packs of cigarettes do, the US surgeon general said Friday.

1 min

DOH: Revelry-related deaths climb to 4

The number of fatalities related to the holiday celebrations rose to four, following the death of a 54-year-old man from Calabarzon region, the Department of Health reported yesterday.

1 min

Don't delay repairs on Andaya Highway

If the government decides to postpone the implementation of road and flood control projects in Bicol until after the elections in May, travelers to the region might suffer delays longer than the eight hours logged last month, a Camarines Sur lawmaker warned yesterday.

1 min

Baguio chills at 14.6 °C

The temperature in Baguio City further dropped to 14.6 degrees Celsius as the northeast monsoon or amihan continues in the country, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration reported.

1 min

Respiratory infection, other illnesses hit Kanlaon evacuees

After the government ordered a forced evacuation among residents within the danger zone of Kanlaon Volcano, evacuees are suffering from acute respiratory infection and other illnesses, the Department of Health in Negros Island Region reported yesterday.

1 min

Thai PM Declares Millions in Watches, Bags Among $400-M Assets

Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra declared more than $400 million in assets on Friday, her party said, including more than 200 designer handbags worth over $2 million and at least 75 luxury watches valued at almost $5 million.

1 min

Aubrey Plaza's husband found dead at Los Angeles home

Writer-director Jeff Baena, whose darkly comedic independent films included \"The Little Hours\" and who was married to his frequent creative collaborator Aubrey Plaza, has died. He was 47.

1 min

Hamas armed wing releases video of Gaza hostage

The armed wing of Hamas, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, released a video on Jan. 4 of an Israeli hostage held in Gaza since its October 2023 attack.

1 min

Buyer pays $1.3 M for Tokyo new year tuna

The top bidder at a Tokyo fish market said they paid $1.3 million for a tuna yesterday, the second-highest price ever paid at an annual prestigious new year auction.

1 min

Hollywood A-listers set to shine at Golden Globes

Hollywood's best and brightest from film and television will hit the red carpet today for the Golden Globes, the year's first major showbiz awards gala, with surreal narco-musical \"Emilia Perez\" leading the movie pack.

1 min

Massive storm to slam half of US with snow, ice

A powerful winter storm began hammering the central United States on Saturday, with meteorologists warning that millions in the east of the country would face blizzard conditions, treacherous ice, frigid temperatures and severe travel disruptions.

1 min

South Koreans protest in snow; Yoon arrest deadline nears

Thousands of South Koreans braved a snowstorm yesterday to rally in support of or opposition to President Yoon Suk-yeol, suspended over a failed martial law bid and resisting arrest a day before the warrant expires.

1 min

Clippers Cruise Past Hawks, Pistons Win

Norman Powell scored 20 points and Ivica Zubac added 18 points to go along with 18 rebounds as the Los Angeles Clippers celebrated the season debut of Kawhi Leonard with a 131-105 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday in Inglewood, California.

1 min

Eala Opens AO Bid vs Croatian

Alex Eala has drawn a familiar foe in Jana Fett of Croatia for the opening round of the 2025 Australian Open qualifiers at the Melbourne Park.

1 min

Malixi in striking distance despite a 73

Defending champion Rianne Malixi started hot but limped at the finish to settle for an even 73 in the third round of the Australian Master of the Amateurs yesterday in Victoria, Australia.

1 min

Bolts Start New Year Right

After a powerless end to 2024, Meralco started the New Year on the strongest possible terms.

1 min

Futsal issue still unresolved

The Philippines is hosting the FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup on Nov. 21-Dec. 7, but an unresolved issue regarding the national coach threatens to throw a monkey wrench into preparations for the staging of the 16-team competition.

2 mins

PSC Improving Dorms, Facilities

Build, build and build.This will be the focus of the Philippine Sports Commission for the next few years as it laid out more infrastructure plans that included renovations of national athletes' dormitories and its main administration building in Manila.

1 min

Que eyes fourth TCC Inv'tl crown

Angelo Que is poised to elevate his game in preparation for the ICTSI The Country Club Invitational, where he aims to secure a record-breaking fourth championship in a tournament renowned for its challenging course and elite competition.

1 min

Ruminations on 60

Tomorrow, this writer turns 60. Wow. Thirty-nine years of living the work life I love in sports, a life that was momentarily interrupted by heart, lung and kidney failure and 38 days in hospital last March.

2 mins

BSP Lifts Ban on New E-money Licenses

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has lifted its moratorium on applications for new electronic money issuers for non-bank financial institutions (EMI-NBFIs), effective Dec. 16, 2024.

1 min

Carriers worry over airport fees, cost hikes

Airlines are riding high from the liftoff of travel growth in 2024, but are worried that their wings would be clipped by cost spikes this year, such as fee hikes at the country's main gateway.

2 mins

Analysts expect rise in December inflation

But full-year average to settle within target

2 mins

2024 Review: Unwrapping the Christmas haul

The holidays are over. It's time to pack up the Christmas tree, bundle up your gifts and see which treasures are truly worth keeping.

3 mins

Fruitas, Figaro ramp up 2025 store expansion

Food and beverage groups Fruitas Holdings Inc. and Figaro Coffee Group Inc. are ramping up their store network expansion as a recipe for success this year, with consumer spending seen getting a boost from the country's expected sustained economic growth.

2 mins

Over P600-B projects seek green lane certification

Around P639 billion worth of projects are seeking green lane status for expedited processing of permits and licenses, according to the Board of Investments (BOI).

1 min

Cautious trading seen this week

Investors are expected to trade with caution in the first full trading week of 2025, with sights set on the country's December inflation data.

1 min

BSP Bullish on Economic Growth This Year

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is optimistic about the country's growth prospects this year, driven by lower inflation, strong domestic spending, lower borrowing costs and a resilient banking system.

2 mins

Shamelessly fooling us

We have been shamelessly betrayed by our officials, from BBM to our elected leaders in Congress in the enactment of the 2025 national budget.

4 mins

NET25's Banner Year Ends With Star-Studded Countdown

Last Tuesday, Dec. 31, the excitement was palpable in the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan, as thousands of eager spectators gathered for NET25's annual New Year's Eve Countdown, which was set to begin at 9 p.m. that night.

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Sparkle artists Antonio, Bruce, Raheel grateful for 'Mga Batang Riles' project

Antonio Vinzon, Bruce Roeland, and Raheel Bhyria, all promising Kapuso talents, are also headlining the drama-action series, \"Mga Batang Riles.\"

3 mins

Art SG returns for 'Visionary' 3rd run

Art SG, the leading international art fair for Singapore and Southeast Asia, announces its third edition in Singapore from Jan. 17 to 19, 2025 (VIP Preview and Vernissage on Jan. 16, 2025), featuring an exceptional lineup of exhibitors from numerous countries and territories.

2 mins

RJ Jacinto and his guitar gizmos

Ramon Jacinto has thoroughly mastered the guitar.

3 mins

Silverlens Presents Pacita and Pio Abad at S.E.A. Focus 2025

For its first art fair of 2025, Silverlens is pleased to return to S.E.A. Focus with a duo presentation of Filipino diaspora artists Pacita Abad and nephew Pio Abad, marking the first time they are presented together in Singapore.

1 min

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, WE ARE FLOATING IN SPACE...

\"A radiant explosion of a novel.\" -JAMIE QUATRO ORBITAL A NOVEL SAMANTHA HARVEY

4 mins

Admirable Fresh Poetry

First collections of poetry naturally serve as early indications of literary worth, often beyond promise.

3 mins

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