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MAKI ON BEING A VOICE FOR THE GEN Z

DILAW HITMAKER MAKI believes that his authenticity as a singer-songwriter is the reason why his songs strongly resonate with the Gen Z.

KOKOY DE SANTOS DESCRIBES THE PAST YEAR AS FRUITFUL AND PRODUCTIVE

For Kapuso actor Kokoy de Santos, 2024 was full of blessings. The year that was saw him as a mainstay of 'BBL Gang,' as a celebrity participant in 'Running Man Philippines,' and as a part of the acting ensemble in the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) golden edition entry, 'And The Breadwinner Is...'. His work in 'Mga Batang Riles' did start last year. In the GMA Prime drama-action, Kokoy plays the gifted and strategic batang riles named Kulot.

Inside the Golden Globes: What You Didn't See on Television

The Golden Globes are a social affair with occasional breaks for awards.

MAX MARA'S MESSAGE TO WOMEN: EMBRACE YOUR INDIVIDUALITY

Since its founding in 1951, Max Mara has remained true to its mission: creating garments that accompany women throughout their lives, inspiring them to embrace their true selves.

MIGZ ZUBIRI LAUNCHES BOOK ON THE BANGSAMORO ORGANIC LAW'S LEGACY

Sen. Juan Miguel \"Migz\" Zubiri unveiled his latest book, The Road to Peace: Crafting the Bangsamoro Organic Law, a vivid chronicle of the legislative journey behind one of the Philippines' most significant legal milestones: the Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL).

BAGS GO FROM PRACTICAL TO GLITTERY IN 2025

Bags are no doubt investment pieces to last for a couple of years, which makes practicality a key consideration particularly this season when large totes, doctor carry-alls, buckets, waist-to-body convertibles and backpacks have many iterations.

GOCC subsidies rise in Nov

The government jacked up its budgetary support to state-run firms by 81.6 percent to P12.23 billion in November last year, with the bulk going to the irrigation sector, according to the Bureau of the Treasury.

SEC Revokes Registration of F2M Agri-Farm

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has revoked the corporate registration of a group found engaging in an illegal investment solicitation scheme.

HMPH Launches “Dream Green” Project

In partnership with Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc.

Suzuki PH Unveils Highly Anticipated Jimny 5-Door Rhino Edition for the New Year

Kick off the New Year with a bold statement as Suzuki Philippines proudly announces the arrival of the Jimny 5-Door Rhino Edition, the latest addition to the iconic Jimny lineup.

2025 Porsche 911 Carrera: The evolution of an icon

How does the Porsche 911 remain timeless in a world that's constantly evolving?

FORD EVEREST TITANIUM 4X4

Lucky Are Those Who Can Have It

Bentley introduces new Mulliner Hybrid pinnacle models

Unique design details, bespoke craftsmanship, enhanced wellness, and more tech define Mulliner versions

Factory output drops in November

The country's factory output contracted in November due to declines in the production of food, transport equipment, as well as computer and electronic products, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

Digital lending seen breaching $1 B this year

The country's digital lending market is seen to be worth over $1 billion this year, driven by the high demand for online technologies from consumers.

Clearance fees for imported sugar alternatives take effect Feb 1

Imported sugar alternatives and other sugar-based products must secure and pay a clearance fee from the Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) beginning February before being allowed to be released in the market.

Phl mineral production up 3% in 9 months

The value of the country's metallic mineral production from January to September last year grew by three percent on an annual basis to over P195 billion, driven by higher gold and copper sales.

Of PX goods and Korean marts

I will admit that I love imports. My love for US products started quite early in my childhood, surprisingly shaped by American cartoon strips - specifically Popeve

Rice imports hit record high in 2024

Total rice imports last year rose to a new all-time high of almost 4.7 million metric tons (MT) as the country turned to foreign supplies to plug its shortfall in domestic stocks and temper retail prices of the staple.

Nickel Asia exits Coral Bay amid volatile global market

The volatility in the global nickel market has promted Zamora-led Nickel Asia Corp. (NAC) to divest its minority stake in a nickel processing plant as it opts to focus on its upstream mining and renewable energy businesses.

Building classrooms

The moral mayhem over the pork-laden 2025 national budget brings up the question of whether we can trust the government to properly invest in the things we need to get our people out of poverty and the country out of a death spiral.

ERC OKs P101-B energy investments in 2024

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) approved the implementation of energy projects worth P101 billion last year, aimed at improving electric service for nearly 200,000 customers nationwide.

PSEi Drops as December Inflation Quickens

The local stock market suffered its first loss of the year as investors pocketed gains from a three-day rally following a faster December inflation.

Inflation heats up to 2.9% in December

Inflation rose for the third straight month in December, driven by the faster uptick in housing and transport costs, but average inflation for 2024 remained within the government's two to four percent target.

Debt balloons to P16.09 T as of end-November

The country's outstanding debt reached another record high, hitting P16.09 trillion as of end-November last year amid the peso's depreciation against the dollar, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) said.

Ernest Cu: It's the perfect time to leave Globe

When Ernest Cu took the helm of Globe Telecom in 2009, he was an outsider in the industry, and the Ayala-led telco was struggling to find its footing in a cutthroat market.

Forex buffer rises to $106.8 B, but misses BSP's 2024 target

The country's foreign exchange buffer rose by three percent to $106.84 billion in 2024 from $103.75 in 2023, marking its second straight year of increase, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

PHOENIX ROLLS BACK TERRA

Phoenix stepped on the gas in the second quarter to overturn Terrafirma's early charge and clear its path to a 122-108 romp in the PBA Commissioner's Cup at the PhilSports Arena last night.

Korovin takes oath as naturalized Filipino

After becoming a naturalized Filipino citizen, world figure skating champion Alexander Korovin will spearhead the Philippines in the 9th Asian Winter Games set Feb. 7 to 14 in Harbin, China.

Phl sports mourns death of SEAG gold medalist

Philippine sports was in a state of shock after Southeast Asian Games double gold medalist Mervin Guarte of obstacle racing and athletics suffered a tragic death yesterday in his hometown in Calapan, Oriental Mindoro.