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Trump wants Iran blown 'to smithereens' if...

Donald Trump said Wednesday Iran should be blown \"to smithereens\" if the Islamic Republic is involved in the harming of a US White House candidate or ex-president.

Phl semicon industry to benefit from US-funded program

The Philippines is among the countries selected for a $13.8-million program funded by the United States to expand and develop the workforce, as well as improve the regulatory environment to support the growth of the semiconductor industry.

Japan destroyer passes through Taiwan Strait

Japan's Self Defense Force sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday for the first time in a historic move that angered Beijing and marked the latest tussle between the neighbors accusing each other of escalating tensions in the region.

'Fake heiress' eliminated from 'Dancing with the Stars'

Anna Sorokin, the convicted con artist who swindled banks, hotels and friends under the guise of being a \"heiress\" named Anna Delvey, has reached the end of her run on \"Dancing With the Stars.

Pope begins Luxembourg- Belgium trip

A visibly tired Pope Francis arrived in Luxembourg yesterday, kicking off a four-day visit to the small nation and neighboring Belgium that follows a grueling Asia-Pacific trip.

US, allies call for 21-day ceasefire

Across Israel-Lebanon border

Living the Olympic dream

Take it from 10-time world pole vault champion and 1988 Seoul Olympic gold medalist Sergey Bubka of Ukraine.

St. Benilde, Mapua eye turnaround

College of St.Benilde hopes to rebound from its excruciating defeat the last time out as it tangles with dangerous Lyceum of the Philippines University today in NCAA Season 100 at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.

Phl riders vie in Langkawi

The Philippines returns to the Le Tour de Langkawi after more than two decades of absence with six of the country's grizzled road cyclists seeing action in the eight-stage Hors category event that starts Sunday on Langkawi Island in Malaysia.

Intense battles loom in JPGT Match Play

The upcoming ICTSI Junior PGT National Match Play Finals in the 10-12 age category promises a thrilling series of intense showdowns, with no clear favorite among the 16 competitors in both the boys' and girls' divisions.

Different look in PBA semis

PBA commissioner Willie Marcial said yesterday the new playo format in the ongoing Governors’ Cup will trigger more exciting games with matchups that could defy tradition.

NU belles banner SSL collegiate cast

Back-to-back champion and reigning UAAP queen National U still looms as the heavy favorite even as all other squads vow a gallant challenge in the Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Collegiate Pre-Season Championship Season 3 starting today at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.

Gov't to borrow P310 B from local market in Q4

The government will borrow P310 billion from the domestic debt market in the fourth quarter in anticipation of further monetary policy easing.

BOI approves P3.74-T RE projects via green lane

More than P3.7 trillion worth of investments for renewable energy (RE) projects have been endorsed for expedited processing of permits, according to the Board of Investments (BOI).

DA plans to create P5-B buffer fund

The Department of Agriculture (DA) may start imple- menting a P5-billion buffer fund next year that will al- low it to stockpile basic commodities, such as rice and meat, and sell these at more affordable prices during extreme situations such as supply shortages and price manipulation in the market.

Metro Pacific Health seals expansion in Agusan del Sur

Metro Pacific Health Corp. (MPH), the healthcare arm of conglomerate Metro Pacific Investments Corp., has sealed its expansion in Agusan del Sur with the completion of its acquisition of San Francisco Doctors Hospital.

Hotel 101 Global pushing through with planned US listing

Hotel101 Global Pte.Ltd., the Singapore-headquartered subsidiary of DoubleDragon Corp., is set to push through with its planned listing in the United States before the end of the year.

Transition credits catalyst for decarbonization - ACEN

As the country shifts to cleaner power, transition credits can help accelerate the early retirement of coal-fired power plants, according to the Ayala Group's listed energy platform.

Investors cheer possible Meralco franchise renewal

Strong investor confidence lifted the stocks of Manila Electric Co.(Meralco) after the House of Representatives passed on second reading the bill extending the company's franchise for another 25 years, according to analysts.

Anti-money laundering, sustainable finance are banks' top concerns – BSP

Compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and sustainable finance guidelines proved to be the most challenging areas for banks and financial institutions, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

NEDA pushes anew for approval of Konektadong Pinoy bill

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) is pushing for the immediate approval of the bill that seeks to enable the delivery of reliable and affordable internet services for all Filipinos.

This time will be sweeter?

Sen.Imee Marcos was trying to sell the Masagana 99, a pet project of her father, the late dictator.

Bankers expect sustained earnings growth in next 2 years

Majority of Philippine banks continue to expect a double-digit growth in earnings over the next two years due to higher net interest margins supported by the elevated interest rate environment, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said.

US, Australia seek clarification on Phl's first border facility rules

The US and Australia will question at a World Trade Organization (WTO) committee if the forthcoming operationalization of the Philippines' first border will impede the flow of imported goods that have been inspected by competent authorities.

Gov't confiscates P35 B worth of fake goods

Counterfeit items confiscated by the government from January to September hit a record-high of P35.24 billion as agencies stepped up enforcement efforts.

Hokkaido (First of two parts)

My husband and I have always loved traveling to Japan because it is the safest, most efficient, environmentallyfriendly, cost-effective and delicious foodie country to visit.

THE LION CITY ROARS TRIUMPHANTLY

Santa Rosa marks milestone year through public-private partnership

SMGP to raise $100 M from bond issuance

The power arm of tycoon Ramon Ang's San Miguel Corp. is planning to raise at least $100 million via bond issuance to beef up its renewable energy portfolio.

Gov't seeking up to $250 M for geothermal risk reduction

The government is securing multi-million dollar funding to bolster its geothermal de-risking strategy aimed at lowering the financial risk exposure for developers.

CHED retains autonomous status for UPHSL

In a recent decision, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has reaffirmed the autonomous status of the University of Perpetual Help System-Laguna (UPHSL) and the UPH-Dr.Jose G. Tamayo Medical University, UPHSL's annex school, recognizing the institution's commitment to quality and excellence in education.