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APECis resilience in changing world

In its 35th year of existence. the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum continues to remain relevant despite the emergence of other regional forums and is projected to maintain its growth in the face of global uncertainties and challenges. experts say.

'Guanzon may still run as party-list nominee'

Former poll commissioner Rowena Guanzon may still run as a party-list nominee in the May 2025 midterm elections despite a Supreme Court (SC) ruling declaring null and void her substitution as the first nominee of the P3PWD party-list, according to the Commission on Elections (Comelec).

Tulfo brothers still leading in new Senate poll

Two brothers of Sen. Raffy Tulfo are still the most preferred candidates for senator in a voter preference survey con-ducted by polling firm Tangere.

ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyaha, Hamas officials

The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants yesterday for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister and Hamas officials, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity over the war in Gaza and the October 2023 attacks that triggered Israel's offensive in the Palestinian territory.

Speaker vows to fight for AKAP funding

Speaker Martin Romualdez vowed yesterday to fight and secure funding for the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)'s Ayuda sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP) in the 2025 budget, high-lighting the program's impact on more than four million \"near poor\" Filipinos nationwide.

OCD lauds success of 4th quarter national earthquake drill

The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) lauded the execution of the fourth quarter nationwide simultaneous earthquake drill held in Camiguin on Nov. 14.

Re-nationalization of agri services pushed

Senate President Francis Escudero and Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. yesterday agreed to work together for the renationalization of the agriculture sector after many of its services were devolved to the local government units (LGUs).

Sara: OVP staff °collateral victims, of persecution

Vice President Sara Duterte said she is taking pity on the officials and personnel of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) as they have become \"collateral victims\" of her critics' efforts to persecute her for political reasons.

BBM leads groundbreaking of Meralco Terra Solar

President Marcos led the groundbreaking yesterday of what would become the world's largest integrated solar and battery storage facility, a project seen to make the Philippines a leader in renewable energy while contributing to efforts to address climate change and global warming.

Indonesia says clemency for Veloso up to Marcos

Indonesia will fully respect whatever decision President Marcos makes on the grant of clemency to Mary Jane Veloso, the overseas Filipino worker saved from execution on drug trafficking charges.

AFP confirms presence of US Task Force in Palawan

US embassy: Unit enables US forces to support AFP in SCS

No word on whether Garma seeking US political asylum

There is no word yet from US authorities if former police colonel Royina Garma is indeed requesting for political asylum, according to Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez.

GIVING THANKS WITH SMOKED TURKEY

You know you’re in for a different kind of treat once you enter The Smokeyard. Here, the aroma of smoked meat permeates the air.

'GRAND BINIverse' DELIVERS WORLD-CLASS PRODUCTION

It wasn’t just a show.

Chefs Alfred Santiago & Aaron Isip in rare collab at Waterside

If you're looking for an exciting new dining adventure, there's no need to look any further than what our talented chefs can do with our very own Filipino food.

THE MORE LOVE SHARED, THE MERRIER AT ITALIANNI'S

They say that the fondest memories are made when gathered around a table.

HOLIDAY COCKTAILS WITH HENDRICK'S GIN

Hendrick’s Gin takes center stage at Bizarre, Poblacion in Makati with an exclusive holiday cocktail degustation running every Wednesday until December.

D'ABOVILLE FOUNDATION CHAMPIONS TAMARAW CONSERVATION IN MINDORO ISLAND

D'Aboville Foundation and Demo Farm, Inc. (DAF), headed by its president and founder Hubert d'Aboville, celebrated its 20th anniversary at the Alliance Française de Manille last Nov. 13 in the presence of the UK Ambassador Laure Beaufils, the French Ambassador Marie Fontanel, Senator Cynthia Villar and Dr. Neric Acosta.

BEAUTIFUL BRISBANE

Filipinos now have more options to get to Australia with their national carrier Qantas launching new nonstop flights to Brisbane, Queensland.

#SMthing Magical is Coming to GH Mall!

Shop the stories you love at Disney Store's first pop-up in the Philippines

'Tis the season for holiday albums, from Jennifer Hudson to Toby Keith and Jimmy Fallon

It's not the holiday season until the house is full of festive music, from classics to covers and reimaginations across genres, for all to enjoy.

ON MISS UNIVERSE, OHELSEA,

SINCE I GREW UP IN showbiz, I hardly get starstruck. But when I met Michael Cinco or MC in Dubai, I turned into a fangirl.

CREATE MORE and Trump tax, spending cut plan

The Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises to Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy (CREATE MORE), signed into law last Nov. 11, is another good law pushed by the Department of Finance (DOF) and the economic team.

Advocating for sustainable animal welfare

A positive, noticeable shift in the attitude of Filipinos toward animal welfare is palpable and more evident in recent years—a movement that I hope will lead to lasting, systemic change.

PEZA approves 3 new projects worth P98.4 M

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has approved three projects with combined investments of P98.43 million in renewable energy, manufacturing and information technology (IT).

The continuing uncertainty in Taiwan

The election of Donald Trump as president has world wondering I The what the effect will be on geopolitics.

DTI slaps anti-dumping duties on Thai gypsum boards

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has ordered the imposition of temporary anti-dumping duties on gypsum board imports from Thailand used for walls, ceilings and partitions, saying these products are hurting the local industry.

CDC, TESDA partner for innovation center in Clurk

The government is strengthening its efforts to equip Filipinos with industry-relevant skills through a partnership between Clark Development Corp. (CDC) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA).

Phl must stand for a strong plastics treaty

As the fifth and final session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) to develop a Global Plastics Treaty resumes, our nation faces a critical moment.

Lino Cayetano, Olivia Rodrigo, Manny Pacquiao, Carlos Yulo

The last four slots of my Power 100, the Most Powerful and Influential Filipinos, are occupied by four iconic figures - No. 97, Lino Cayetano; No. 98, Olivia Rodrigo; No. 99, Manny Pacquiao and No. 100, Carlos Yulo.