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February 23, 2025

'Phl has always chosen the path of peace'

Amid rising tensions in the West Philippine Sea, the Philippines will continue to foster peace and greater cooperation with the international community in maintaining a peaceful, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific region, even as it remains resolute in standing for what is right, President Marcos said yesterday.

2 mins

Phl exits FATF money laundering ‘gray list'

The Philippines is no longer on the list of countries under heavy scrutiny by the top global money laundering and terrorism financing watchdog.

5 mins

EDSA spirit remains alive, says Cory grandson

As the nation commemorates the 39th anniversary of democracy's restoration, the grandson of democracy icons Ninoy and Cory Aquino reminded politicians courting voters this election season of the essence of the EDSA spirit: the discontent of the Filipino people with their government.

EDSA spirit remains alive, says Cory grandson

3 mins

DOH launches search-and-destroy drive vs dengue

In a bid to prevent a further rise in dengue cases, the Department of Health is spearheading an activity tomorrow afternoon that aims to eliminate dengue-carrying mosquitoes in different areas across the country.

1 min

Phl, France hold drills in WPS to boost maritime security

In a demonstration of their growing commitment to regional security, the Philippines and France conducted joint naval and air operations in the West Philippine Sea on Friday to further strengthen defense cooperation amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific.

1 min

42 floats compete in Panagbenga flower fest

Baguio City is in full bloom today, as the 29th annual Panagbenga flower festival culminates in the hotly anticipated flower float parade.

1 min

Environment Group Urges Green Policy Support in 2025 Elections

In light of the upcoming May 2025 midterm elections, the Philippine Business for Environmental Stewardship (PBEST) has called on Filipinos to prioritize environmental advocacy in their voting decisions.

1 min

BBM, DSWD Distribute Aid to Kanlaon Evacuees

President Marcos and Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian reinforced government's commitment to assisting families affected by Kanlaon Volcano's ongoing unrest, personally overseeing aid distribution on Friday.

1 min

Escudero not interested in VP post

Senate President Francis Escudero is not interested in being Vice President in case the impeached Sara Duterte gets convicted during trial.

1 min

'Lowering prices of essential goods a top priority'

Bringing down prices of essential goods remains the top priority of the Marcos administration, House Speaker Martin Romualdez said yesterday.

2 mins

'Stop using transit flights in deporting POGO workers'

Saying connecting flights are used to escape to other countries, the Presidential AntiOrganized Crime Commission (PAOCC) advised the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to stop using transit flights in deporting foreigners caught working in illegal Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hubs.

2 mins

QC Inaugurates First Women's Museum in PH

Seen as a significant milestone in Philippine history, the Quezon City government on Thursday inaugurated the country's first-ever women's museum.

1 min

Fire guts building in Sta. Cruz

Fire gutted portions of a five-floor building in Sta. Cruz, Manila on Friday, the Bureau of Fire (BFP) reported.

1 min

Bomb planted in car of STAR photojournalist

Police are investigating the bombing of the car of The STAR photojournalist Michael Varcas outside his residence in Barangay Pinyahan in Quezon City on Feb. 18.

1 min

BABE'S EYE VIEW

Philippine STAR columnist Iris Gonzales' thought-provoking article \"How about a tycoon or CEO for president?\" caught many people's attention the other day.

4 mins

The promise of the blue economy

EYES WIDE OPEN

The promise of the blue economy

3 mins

Guerrilla POGO operations

EDITORIAL

2 mins

How arts pull us

This time of the year, I wish I were home. It’s National Arts Month and the emails I’m receiving and the articles I’m reading about the ongoing celebration make me long for our country.

4 mins

BREAKTHROUGH

This narration is meant for today’s generation who must appreciate that the four-day EDSA People Power Revolution was the climax of years of struggle which led to Marcos fleeing the country.

4 mins

DIPLOMATIC POUCH

Three years of invasion, a lifetime of resilience: Ukraine's fight for freedom

4 mins

Lawmakers welcome postponement of BARMM polls

House lawmakers yesterday thanked President Marcos for signing a law resetting the parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to Oct. 13.

1 min

5 Die in Luzon Motorcycle Accidents

Five people died in separate motorcycle accidents in Bulacan and Rizal in the past two days.

1 min

BBM Orders Creation of Task Force for Volcanic Eruptions

President Marcos has ordered the creation of a national task force that would formulate long-term redevelopment plans for communities displaced by volcanic eruptions, including those around the restive Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island.

1 min

Villar conducts market tours, listens to vendors

Senatorial candidate Camille Villar listened to concerns of vendors when she toured public markets in Silay and Talisay in Negros Occidental on Friday.

Villar conducts market tours, listens to vendors

1 min

Lady Gaga sets free concert on Rio's Copacabana beach

Lady Gaga has confirmed that she will perform a free concert on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach on May 3.

1 min

Trump fires top US general

President Donald Trump abruptly fired Air Force Gen. Charles \"CQ\" Brown Jr. as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on Friday, sidelining a history-making fighter pilot and respected officer as part of a campaign led by his defense secretary to rid the military of leaders who support diversity and equity in the ranks.

2 mins

Hamas Frees Hostages in Staged Gaza Ceremony

A crowd cheered as masked militants brought two pale and dazed Israeli captives onto a rainy stage in front of cameras for the seventh hostage-prisoner exchange of the Gaza ceasefire yesterday.

1 min

US pushes Zelensky to sign Ukraine resources deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky faced pressure on Friday to sign a deal to hand the United States preferential access to Ukraine's mineral deposits following harsh criticism from US President Donald Trump.

1 min

Jalen Hits Big Shots, Rockets Tame Wolves

Jalen Green scored 35 points, Alperen Sengun added 24 points and 13 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 121-115 on Friday night.

1 min

Time to restudy

Regardless of the outcome in today's third FIBA Asia Cup qualifying window game between Gilas and New Zealand, it's in coach Tim Cone's hands how to gear up for the FIBA Asia Cup in Jeddah on Aug. 5-17.

2 mins

High Speed Hitters shine in Iloilo

PLDT imposed its indomitable will on ZUS Coffee as it hacked out a 25-20, 25-16, 25-15 victory yesterday to go into the qualifying round oozing with confidence in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the City of Passi Arena in Iloilo.

1 min

After Swiatek, Andreeva beats Rybakina

Teenager Mirra Andreeva toppled another seed at the Dubai Championships, upsetting Elena Rybakina on Friday to become the youngest player to reach the final of a WTA 1000 tournament.

1 min

GILAS READY FOR TALL BLACKS

Wounded Gilas Pilipinas gets one shot to end this trying international window on a high note.

2 mins

Debt service burden hits $15.74 B

The country's external debt service burden went up by 14 percent to $15.74 billion from January to November last year compared to $13.81 billion in the same period in 2023 amid higher principal and interest payments, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said.

1 min

Meat Imports Surge to New High in 2024

The country's meat imports rose to a record high of 1.45 million metric tons (MT) in 2024, driven by higher pork and chicken meat purchases abroad, according to the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI).

1 min

Phl Exit From Gray List To Boost Investments

The Philippines' exit from the gray list of Paris-based Financial Action Task Force (FATF) last Friday is expected to help attract more foreign investments and create jobs, according to government officials.

Phl Exit From Gray List To Boost Investments

3 mins

Manila capable of evolving into global playground city

Manila has the potential to become a global playground city, according to a Thailand-based hospitality consultancy firm.

2 mins

Pinoys to Prioritize Big-Ticket Purchases This Year – Study

Convenience, Functionality to Fuel Demand

Pinoys to Prioritize Big-Ticket Purchases This Year – Study

2 mins

SMGP raises $100 M via offshore debt market

The power arm of tycoon Ramon Ang's San Miguel Corp. has raised an additional $100 million as it returned to the offshore debt market.

1 min

The double-minded leader

One day, an ape escaped from the Bronx Zoo. They searched for him everywhere in every borough. They announced his disappearance on the radio, television and newspapers, but no one reported seeing the ape.

The double-minded leader

3 mins

Keppel eyes PSE exit

Keppel Philippines Holdings Inc. (KPH) is looking to become a private company after almost four decades of being a publicly listed firm.

2 mins

Phl, EU to Hold Next Round of FTA Talks in June

The Philippines and the European Union (EU) are set to hold the next round of talks for a free trade agreement (FTA) in June, following last week's negotiations.

1 min

Much delayed common station

Our country's mass rail system still leaves much to be desired, particularly in terms of interconnectivity.

Much delayed common station

2 mins

Figaro Cleared for Corporate Name Change

The Securities and Exchange Commission has cleared the proposed change in the corporate name of listed Figaro Coffee Group Inc. to Figaro Culinary Group Inc.

1 min

Citicore's IPO is top mid-cap equity deal

Citicore Renewable Energy Corp.'s (CREC) P5.3-billion public listing has been named the best mid-cap equity deal in 2024 by Hong Kong-based magazine Alpha Southeast Asia.

1 min

Monde Expects 25% Jump in 2024 Profit

Snack food giant Monde Nissin Corp. sees its full-year 2024 earnings rising by more than a quarter, driven by record-high revenues.

2 mins

CLI's new JV firm gets SEC clearance

A new joint venture company led by listed Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) has secured the green light from the Securities and Exchange Commission.

CLI's new JV firm gets SEC clearance

1 min

AREIT Income Rises in 2024

AREIT Inc., the listed real estate investment trust of the Ayala Group, saw its earnings rise by nearly half last year, driven by strong contributions of its asset acquisitions.

1 min

MGen fires up Nueva Ecija solar farm ahead of schedule

Tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan's Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen) has switched on its 19.8-megawatt (MW) solar farm in Nueva Ecija, at least eight months ahead of the original timeline.

1 min

Security Bank's digital innovators: Empowering BetterBanking

Security Bank isn't just banking on technology—it's building an elite digital team of technology-focused talent rewriting its BetterBanking story.

1 min

Google prepares for surge in 'fake news' ahead of the #Halalan2025

Google said that it is on the lookout for content that contributes to the spread of false information in the Philippines amid the campaign season of #Halalan2025.

2 mins

A POP [UP] of Luxury Dining

There's more than a pop of 'premium' at the latest SM Home pop-up.

2 mins

WHAT'S NEXT FOR GUCCI?

Was the logo-less photo wall a premonition of things that have happened? Sabato de Sarno presented two collections, made a mark by owning its own color splashed all over while embracing their own brand of stealth and then said ciao! before this next season said hello.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR GUCCI?

2 mins

GHOSTING, SEEN-ZONING, AND ‘UWI NA AKO'

Dating in the Philippines has always been a rollercoaster of emotions, emulating plots in teleseryes and Korean drama.

GHOSTING, SEEN-ZONING, AND ‘UWI NA AKO'

4 mins

A SWIFTIE'S DREAM: INSIDE SPOTIFY'S IMMERSIVE 'THIS IS TAYLOR SWIFT' EXHIBIT

FROM A FASCINATING GALLERY TO A LYRIC wonderland, the ongoing immersive exhibition of Taylor Swift's 11 iconic musical eras at Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City, offers a magical experience for every Swiftie who has registered for the show.

A SWIFTIE'S DREAM: INSIDE SPOTIFY'S IMMERSIVE 'THIS IS TAYLOR SWIFT' EXHIBIT

2 mins

BINI, TJ Monterde win big at the The Official Philippine Charts launch

Pinoy music took center stage at The Clubhouse at The Palace in Bonifacio Global City, as the industry gathered to celebrate the launch of The Official Philippines Chart — an industry-backed ranking system recognizing the country's top artists and songs.

BINI, TJ Monterde win big at the The Official Philippine Charts launch

3 mins

IZA AND DIMPLES GET LONG-AWAITED MOVIE COLLAB

THEY MAY PLAY FEUDING mothers in the horror film \"The Caretakers,\" but in real life, Iza Calzado and Dimples Romana have discovered they have much in common.

4 mins

To our golden age and beyond

AMBASSADOR'S MESSAGE

7 mins

PARTNERS IN TRADITION AND INNOVATION

Federal Land NRE Global, Inc. (FNG), the joint venture between Federal Land, Inc. and Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. (NRE), is proud to celebrate with Japan as the nation commemorates Japan National Day.

3 mins

New Clark City gets SPPI as 2nd industrial park developer

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has attracted its second industrial park developer for New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac.

1 min

Japan's Technological Advancement: A Deeply Woven Influence on Filipino Life

The impact of Japan's technological advancements on the Philippines is profound and multifaceted, extending far beyond the readily visible presence of Japanese electronics and automobiles.

2 mins

Green technology: Japan's leading role in sustainability is a source of pride

How do we combat climate change? The answer lies in green technology.

2 mins

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The Philippine STAR is the flagship title of the country's largest and most successful print media enterprise, the Philstar Media Group. Owned and published by Philstar Daily Inc., The Philippine STAR is a vaunted pillar of Philippine journalism whose integrity is anchored on the Biblical motto, “Truth Shall Prevail”. The Philippine STAR is a two-time winner of the prestigious Newspaper of the Year award given by the Rotary Club of Manila.

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