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Mad, mad world

It's amusing to see the camps of the ex-besties daring each other to have their heads examined, and to undergo follicle drug testing.

Floods & my EPA education

Friday Oct. 25, 2024 - 7:20 a.m. \"Sir, please help us. Our home has been flooded.\" The message was followed by two short videos inside a dark house where you could barely see but the water already knee deep.

PNP: No drinking at police camps

As the \"ber\" months are known for parties, the Philippine National Police has prohibited drinking liquor at PNP camps and other workplaces.

Undas travelers to hit 1.6 M - PPA

More than 1.6 million Filipinos are expected to travel by sea on All Saints' and All Souls' Days, prompting the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) to stay on high alert starting today.

Man nabbed for P30-M shabu, cocaine in Taguig

Police arrested an alleged high-value drug suspect who yielded over P30 million worth of shabu and cocaine in Taguig City on Saturday.

Fewer Pinoys say quality of life improved - SWS

About four in every 10 Filipinos said their quality of life improved over the past year, a recent survey conducted by Social Weather Stations (SWS) showed.

158 areas under state of calamity

A total of 158 areas across the country have declared a state of calamity in the aftermath of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said yesterday.

LORNA TOLENTINO ON STAYING POWER, SELF-LOVE AND STATE OF HER HEART

I HAVE BEEN A FAN OF premier actress Lorna Tolentino since I was a schoolgirl, and how fortunate and serendipitous it was for me to be able to chat with her at the press launch of Belle Dolls, the new line of Beautederm wellness supplements and juices owned by the very hard-working Rhea Tan.

In illness, Halsey tells deep truths on ambitious, reflective 'The Great Impersonator'

\"Long story short, I'm lucky to be alive,\" are the words Halsey chose to introduce their fifth studio album, The Great Impersonator.

FIL-AUSSIE RINI PUSHES INT'L CAREER FORWARD WITH 'LUCKY 7'

The Filipino-Australian artist RINI continues his musical journey with the new EP, Lucky 7, via Warner Records, to further find his foothold in the global music industry.

'FIRST THING WE DO...'

Last July, I was asked to write a blurb for a book being prepared by Ronnie E. Baticulon, who turned out to be a writer, editor, teacher, and a pediatric neurosurgeon from Philippine General Hospital.

THE MANILA'BANG SHOW

The Manila'Bang Show returns this November 2024, bigger and bolder than ever, under the theme \"Higher Grounds for the Contemporary and Beyond.\"

Megawide preparing preferred shares sale

Infrastructure and engineering company Megawide Construction Corp. is laying the groundwork for a future capital raising initiative through the sale of preferred shares.

Phl dairy output to swell by 10% this year - USDA

The country's dairy output this year could grow by 10 percent on an annual basis to 32,000 metric tons (MT) on the back of a growing dairy herd, according to an international agency.

San Miguel unit takes over operations of Sual power plant

A subsidiary of San Miguel Global Power has assumed control of a massive coal-fired station in Sual, Pangasinan after the contract with Japanese-controlled Team Energy Corp. ended

Green Heat is in for the long haul

Glenn Tong, managing director of Green Heat Corp., is in the renewable energy sector for the long haul and is ready to stake his name and reputation to assure his clients and partners that the work that his family corporation does will have the support that it needs throughout the years.

Putting premium on affordability, sustainability and resilience of homes and communities: DHSUD marks National Shelter Month '24

The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) launched this year's National Shelter Month (NSM) by emphasizing President Ferdinand \"Bongbong\" R. Marcos Jr.'s initiative to advance the housing and urban renewal goals of his administration.

Finnish firms eyeing infra, energy opportunities in Phl

A delegation of Finnish companies is exploring business opportunities in the Philippines in the energy, infrastructure, and waste management sectors.

Privatizing Pagcor

There is something very anomalous about PAGCOR that no administration has cared to fix. It is both a regulator and a participant in the business it regulates.

Oil war is back

Recently, Filipinos were grappling with torrential rains and floods brought about by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine. Then there are the Congressional and Senate hearings which have revealed threatening rants and serious allegations involving clandestine online gambling, illegal detentions, escapes, drugs, bribery, money laundering, sex and murder - all ingredients of typical K-dramas and telenovelas that have kept many Filipinos glued on the screen. Meanwhile, the Americans are preoccupied with the upcoming elections which are just a week from now.

Trading to remain sideways

Local stocks are expected to continue trading sideways on the final week of October as investors are likely to tread with caution while waiting for fresh leads.

Phinma all set for up to P1 B SRO next month

Phinma Corp. has been cleared to proceed with its up to P1 billion stock rights offering (SRO) next month.

Tanduay unloads stake in Asian Alcohol

Lucio Tan-owned liquor company Tanduay Distillers Inc. has unloaded its entire stake in alcohol unit Asian Alcohol Corp. (AAC).

Phl stock market getting more attractive – report

The Philippine stock market's attractiveness among investors is growing, with its appeal supported by the country's significant economic growth potential, strong consumer sector and remittance flows.

Vehicle sales seen to rise 10% in 2025

Expect more cars on Philippine roads next year, with motor vehicle sales projected by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) to increase by 10 percent as more models, including EVs, are introduced to the market.

PCCI lauds NGCP's contribution to economy

As a testament to its pivotal role in advancing the nation's infrastructure and contributing to the country's economic growth, the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) was awarded the prestigious Country Movers Award by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI).

Gov't uses up 89% of 2024 borrowing plan

The Marcos administration ramped up its borrowings to P2.3 trillion in the nine months to September this year, using up 89 percent of its crafted financing program for 2024.

US Treasury to help in tax administration

NUSTAR eyes Luzon expansion as Phl casino market grows

CEBU — The Gokongwei Group's P30-billion investment in NUSTAR Resort and Casino here in the Queen City of the South is proving to be a winning move, with the five-star luxury development quickly catching up with its more established competitors across the country.

Durant hits 29,000-point mark; LeBron punches triple-double

PHOENIX (AP) - Kevin Durant became the eighth player in NBA history to score 29,000 career points, reaching the mark Saturday night as his Phoenix Suns beat the Dallas Mavericks 114-102.