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Phl to lose P4-B foreign aid for education programs

With the United States' 90-day foreign aid freeze, the Philippines is set to lose over P4 billion in assistance for key education initiatives, Education Secretary Sonny Angara said yesterday.

'Hail Mary' gets alternative Pinoy version

A new Filipino version of the \"Hail Mary\" prayer has been approved by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) as an alternative to the commonly used Tagalog-based \"Aba Ginoong Maria.'

NBI files grave threat sedition raps vs Sara

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) filed grave threats and inciting to sedition charges against Vice President Sara Duterte before the Department of Justice (DOJ) yesterday over her assassination threats against President Marcos and his family.

Sara camp on NBI charges: As expected

As expected. Vice President Sara Duterte, in a statement sent to reporters yesterday, said she expected the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI)'s recommendation for criminal charges, which set into motion the legal storm she would be facing this year on top of the impeachment trial.

Dia Mate feels 'fulfilled, empowered' after bagging 2025 Reina Hispanoamericana crown

Newly crowned Reina Hispanoamericana 2025 Dia Mate felt \"incredibly fulfilled\" and \"empowered\" after bagging the international beauty pageant title.

Netanyahu threatens to resume fighting in Gaza

JERUSALEM AP) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday threatened to withdraw from the ceasefire in Gaza and directed troops to prepare to resume fighting Hamas if the militant group does not release more hostages on Saturday.

A Five-Course Date Menu at Morton's The Steakhouse

Morton's The Steakhouse offers a five-course menu from Feb. 13 to 16.

New 'Captain America' Film Flies Into Trumpian Headwinds

The latest in the \"Captain America\" film franchise, which premiered in Hollywood on Tuesday, presents a vision of the United States out of step with the Trump era, with a diverse cast, a core message about unity and an endorsement of international diplomacy.

The imperative remains: End Hamas' control of Gaza

World view

Marilaque stunt survivor's license revoked

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has revoked the driver's license of the survivor in the Marilaque Highway motorcycle stunt exhibition that left a motovlogger dead.

Musk's SpaceX Eyes Launchpad in Mindanao

Billionaire Elon Musk's Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) is looking at the possibility of setting up a launchpad in Mindanao, according to Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel Romualdez.

'Most party-lists do not represent the poor'

A majority of the frontrunners in the party-list race for the upcoming elections do not represent the poor and marginalized sector, election watchdog Kontra Daya revealed yesterday.

Why Philippine growth of 6 to 6.5% in 2025 is possible

The three quick reasons for this argument are: election cycle growth, low base growth, and declining unemployment and inflation.

Shares Rise on Bargain Hunting After 4-Day Slide

Investors snatched bargains following a recent slump, snapping the market's four-day losing streak ahead of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)'s policy meeting today.

Gubernatorial Aspirant Nabbed for 'Swindling'

A gubernatorial aspirant was arrested along with three others for alleged swindling in Sibunag, Guimaras on Tuesday.

DLSU Marks EDSA People Power

BREAKTHROUGH

JOHN AND PRISCILLA SET MARITAL WOES ASIDE FOR DAUGHTER'S B-DAY

WHAT A BLAST I HAD AT THE 13th birthday party of Anechka, the lovely daughter of my good friends, Priscilla \"Pri\" Meirelles and John Estrada. They set their marital woes aside in order to relish the joys of parenthood.

Gilas takes Asia Cup simulation in Doha

Gilas Pilipinas will go to Doha, Qatar for its next camp, seeking to simulate the elements it expects to encounter when it eventually competes in the FIBA Asia Cup in August in Saudi Arabia.

Team Energy to install solar panels in SM malls

SM Prime Holdings Inc., the integrated property developer of the Sy family, is powering four more malls with solar energy this year as part of the company's sustainability strategy.

Back-To-Back V-Day Concerts at Newport Performing Arts Theater

The Newport Performing Arts Theater presents back-to-back Valentine's concerts featuring Ronan Keating on Feb. 13, followed by \"Stories of the Heart\" concert featuring OPM artists Erik Santos, Christian Bautista, and Yeng Constantino on Feb. 14 and 15.

10 Taguig Cops Face Raps Over Warrantless Search

Ten police officers allegedly involved in a violent implementation of a search warrant at the house of an elderly woman in Taguig may face criminal and administrative cases after an investigation showed that the operation was illegal.

Scientists Reveal How To Make Dogs Pay Attention

Struggling to get your dog to fetch your slippers? Scientists who strapped eye-tracking helmets to a bunch of dogs have found the perfect tactic to get them to pay attention.

Maharlika to unveil new major deal

Eyes shift to asset-based capital

Dignity

There are a lot of things and services that many of our unfortunate fellow Filipinos do not have access to - from quality education to proper health care.

Cemex Holdings changing corporate name

Cemex Holdings Philippines Inc. (CHP) is changing its corporate name to Concreat Holdings Philippines Inc. to reflect its recent management change.

In first for Italy, Tuscany approves right-to-die law

Tuscany approved on Tuesday a right-to-die law, becoming the first region in Roman Catholic Italy to regulate assisted suicide in the absence of national legislation on a highly controversial topic.

Seong makes strong start at Phl Ladies Masters

Foreign domination, a hole-in-one and a lone Filipino representation at the leaderboard in Pauline del Rosario marked the high-octane opening day of the ICTSI Worldwide Link Philippine Ladies Masters on a sunny Wednesday at The Country Club in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Marcos to poll bets: Prioritize public service

With the electoral campaign heating up, President Marcos reminded candidates yesterday not to forget that the reason they are running for office is for public service.

PLDT links to Asia-Pacific subsea cable

Telco leader PLDT Inc. will further boost its capacity this quarter through a subsea cable that connects the Philippines to its neighboring countries in Asia Pacific.

74 OFWs Back From Lebanon

Seventy-four overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have returned home from Lebanon, according to the Department of Migrant Workers.