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Dangerous driving

EDITORIAL - Earlier this month, a wing van truck smashed into several vehicles along the Katipunan flyover in Quezon City, leaving four people dead and at least 25 others injured.

LRT-2 Offers Free Rides on Rizal Day

Commuters can enjoy free rides at the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) tomorrow, Rizal Day, according to Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA).

Comelec affirms Erice's DQ from 2025 polls

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has affirmed its decision to disqualify former congressman Edgar Erice from running as representative of Caloocan City's second district in the May 2025 midterm elections.

LTO: 1,126 erring motorists summoned since January

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has issued over a thousand summons against erring motorists since the start of the year in line with stricter enforcement of traffic rules and regulations in the country.

Muntinlupa sting: 2 nabbed for shabu, illegal possession of explosives

A sting operation in Barangay Alabang, Muntinlupa City on Friday led to the arrest of two suspects and the confiscation of illegal drugs and explosives.

PNP gearing up security preparations for New Year revelries

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is gearing up its security preparations for New Year revelries.

Confrontations, conflicts and controversy continue in WPS

YEARENDER - The year 2024 again saw rising tensions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), highlighted by what could be the most violent confrontation where China Coast Guard (CCG) personnel threatened Philippine Navy soldiers with bolos, spears, machetes and knives in an effort to stop a rotation and resupply (RORE) mission to the BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal.

House mourns passing of former Lanao governor Adiong

The House of Representatives has expressed its condolences to the family and loved ones of the late former Lanao del Sur governor Soraya Alonto Adiong who passed away on Thursday.

Marcos Seeks Support for Nat'l Security Strategy

President Marcos has issued an order directing government agencies to support the implementation of the 2024 National Security Strategy (NSS) that aims to address internal and external security challenges.

Green Bones scores big win at 50th MMFF

It was a back-to-back win for GMA Pictures, GMA Public Affairs and filmmaker Zig Dulay after bagging the Best Picture award for \"Green Bones\" at the 50th edition of the Metro Manila Film Festival Gabi ng Parangal on Friday at the Solaire Resort in Parañaque City.

Marcos Issues EO on Free Trade with SoKor

President Marcos has issued an executive order (EO) for the implementation of tariff commitments under the Philippines-South Korea Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

Rizal's 'Josephine Sleeping' awakens at Nat'l Museum

Jose Rizal's exquisite P31-million statue \"Josephine Sleeping\" will be unveiled tomorrow, the 128th anniversary of the hero's martyrdom, at the National Museum of Fine Arts on T.M. Kalaw Drive, Ermita, Manila.

PAOCC Set to Unplug Small-Scale POGOs

Targets in List to Be Raided Early 2025

MBC Calls For More Transparency In 2025 Budget

The Makati Business Club (MBC) sounded the alarm on adjustments to be made in the bicameral-approved budget next year, calling for a \"more transparent and accountable process\" before its final passage.

First firecracker death recorded

A 78-year-old farmer who was sorting firecrackers at the back of his house in Nueva Ecija became the country's first firecracker-related casualty this year, the Department of Health (DOH) confirmed yesterday.

27 of 28 LEDAC priority bills passed by House

The House of Representatives has approved 27 of the 28 Legislative Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) priority bills, Speaker Martin Romualdez said yesterday.

A 'High-Caliber' 50th MMFF Lineup,

For its Golden Edition, the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) presents one of the \"best collections of films,\" but not a few have noticed the absence of the quintessential family or child-friendly entry.

A gripping tale of strange experiences caught on camera

A group of amateur celebrity ghost hunters is embarking on an adventure where the real and reel as well as the natural and supernatural worlds intersect.

MTRCB Reminds Operators: 'G' and 'PG' Content Only in PUVs

As Filipinos travel home for New Year's Eve and return to the metro afterward, the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) reminds Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) operators and drivers that only \"G\" (General Patronage) and \"PG\" (Parental Guidance) rated content is allowed inside PUVs.

THE HEART OF CHRISTMAS GOES ON TOUR

As the Christmas season approached in 2022, the newly formed Alice Reyes Dance Philippines’ young up-and-coming choreographers put their imaginative minds and choreographic talents in a hubbub to create an original Christmas season offering which emerged as a Filipino version of the season’s favorite ballet, The Nutcracker, which they entitled Puso ng Pasko.

Philippine Showbiz Is Looking Bright For 2025

This is a catchy tagline that really is our hope for the industry in the new year. Along with the noticeable wins, we will also list down our wish-list of what we hope to see as we ring in 2025. Let us first start with the noticeable wins.

A 'Fabulous' Affair

The Grand Ballroom of Manila Marriott Hotel in Pasay City glittered with elegance as well-respected photographer Rupert Jacinto unveiled his \"Fabulous XII,\" a stunning threefold celebration featuring a photo exhibit, book launch, and fabulous gala night.

The Ultimate New Year's Eve Party at Solaire

Solaire Resort Entertainment City and Solaire Resort North hold the \"Ultimate Solaire New Year's Eve Party,\" on Dec. 31 at The Grand Ballroom.

DERMASIA REVOLUTIONIZES AESTHETICS

DermAsia Corporation, under the visionary leadership of CEO Nikki Tang, together with managing director Charles Mandy and Ana Amigo Antonio, hosted the exclusive ALMA-Q Day at the iconic The Peninsula Manila in Makati City.

Landbank Reaffirms Financial Stability

Government-owned Land Bank of the Philippines (Landbank) reaffirmed its financial strength and stability, emphasizing that its capital adequacy ratio (CAR) remains at a healthy level of 16.42 percent.

Cebu Pacific ends 2024 with 91 aircraft in fleet

Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific is ending the year with a fleet of 91 aircraft, arming it up with enough capacity to serve travel demand in 2025.

Allianz PNB Life profit up 47% in Q3

Allianz PNB Life, the joint venture between the Philippine National Bank and international insurance provider Allianz, reported a 47-percent jump in earnings in the third quarter of the year.

Nickel Asia unit forges retail supply deal with AboitizPower

The energy firm of Nickel Asia Corp. (NAC) has entered into a power supply agreement (PSA) with the retail electricity supplier (RES) units of Aboitiz Power Corp. (AboitizPower) for the supply of renewable energy.

Supply woes

As the fastest-growing economy in Southeast Asia, the Philippines’ energy demand will increase rapidly over the next 25 years.

The One Essential Business Skill for 2025

The year 2024 will likely be remembered as the year when promises around artificial intelligence (AI) overshadowed genuine technological breakthroughs.