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Privatize Pagcor right away

A few weeks ago, PAGCOR Chairman Al Tengco told me that BBM is determined to privatize PAGCOR and has already started the ball rolling to get this done.

Gaming revenue hits P266 B in 9 months

The local gambling industry is still raking in from increased operational capacity with its gross gaming revenue (GGR) growing to P266 billion in the nine-month period, effectively hitting nearly 80 percent of its target for the year.

CPG sets sights on provincial expansion

Century Properties Group Inc. (CPG), the listed property developer of the Antonio family, has set its sights on more provincial expansion after its expanded geographic and product footprint propelled earnings to a double-digit growth in the nine months ending September.

24 green projects up for grid impact study

The Department of Energy has cleared 24 green energy projects to undertake a system impact study (SIS) with the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP).

GT Capital nets P21.72 B in 9 months

Conglomerate GT Capital Holdings Inc. saw its earnings dip in the nine months ending September on the absence of significant property sales realized by the parent company and Federal Land.

Meralco unit, Polish firm to deploy EV charging hubs

Movem Electric Inc., the sustainable mobility arm of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), has teamed up with Poland-based ChargeEuropa to roll out electric vehicle (EV) charging hubs in the Philippines.

Market extends losing streak

Share prices plunged anew yesterday as investors continue to exit the market, extending the local bourse's losing streak to

Foreign investment pledges surge

Investment commitments from foreign firms approved by investment promotion agencies (IPAs) jumped by 434.4 percent in the third quarter from a year ago, with the bulk going into manufacturing activities.

S&P: Phl banks' profit to moderate in 2025

The earnings of Philippine banks could moderate over the next two years as net interest margins decline in line with anticipated policy rate cuts, according to S&P Global Ratings.

Akil powers Bolts to 2nd EASL win

New import Akil Mitchell provided the main power source as Meralco nipped Korean champ Busan KCC Egis, 81-80, for its second win in the East Asia Super League Season 2 Wednesday at the PhilSports Arena.

Tolentino erupts for 27, Choco Mucho triumphs

On her return from a long absence, Choco Mucho star Kat Tolentino made sure everybody noticed. She delivered a devastating 27-point masterpiece in a pulsating 27-29, 25-20, 25-19, 17-25, 15-12 victory by the Flying Titans over the upset-conscious Galeries Tower Highrisers yesterday in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.

Alcaraz pummels Rublev; Ruud loses

Carlos Alcaraz opened his account at the ATP Finals on Wednesday with an entertaining 6-3, 7-6 (10/8) win over Andrey Rublev, while Casper Ruud missed an early chance to reach the semifinals after losing in straight sets to Alexander Zverev.

Eyes on Bandala, Gonzaga

Pete Bandala and Ayl Gonzaga are set to showcase their skills and talent as they go for a double-title run in the Dipolog City National Juniors Tennis Championships, which kicks off today at the RGS and Mibang courts in Zamboanga del Norte.

Harlem in NBA?

In 2021, the Harlem Globetrotters sent an open letter to NBA commissioner Adam Silver, suggesting to join the league as a franchise.

Del Rosario climbs to joint 9th

Pauline del Rosario heated up with a 69 yesterday, countering Mikha Fortuna's cooled-off 73 as the Epson Tour veteran set her sights on capturing a second LPGA of Taiwan (TLPGA) championship at the Party Golfers Ladies Open in Hsinchu County in Taiwan.

CONE WANTS KOUAME TO BE GILAS REGULAR

While Justin Brownlee is the main naturalized player, coach Tim Cone would prefer to have backup Ange Kouame in every Gilas Pilipinas training camp and hopefully, naturalization prospect Bennie Boatwright soon.

Brahmans extend run

University of Batangas pulled off a five-set thriller over defending men's champion Philippine Christian University-Dasmariñas in the Universities and Colleges Athletic League-PGFlex Season 7 Volleyball at the UB gym in Batangas City.

Israel strikes Hezbollah areas in Beirut for third day

Israeli forces launched airstrikes on Hezbollah-controlled areas in Beirut for a third consecutive day on Thursday, hitting locations in the capital's southern suburbs early in the morning after a night of heavy bombardments.

Thailand's baby hippo releases song in 4 languages

In case you can't get enough of the little pygmy hippo Moo Deng from Thailand, there's now an official song featuring the internet's favorite baby animal - released in four languages for her global fans.

King Charles turns 76 after year of little celebration

L Britain's head of state King Charles III (in photo) turns 76 today, still in the grip of cancer treatment, but with his passion for work undimmed by what his son and heir Prince William called a \"brutal\" year.

Trump, Biden discuss Ukraine, Middle East

In 'cordial' White House meeting

World's largest coral found near Solomon Islands

Scientists say they have found the world's largest coral near the Pacific's Solomon Islands, announcing yesterday a major discovery \"pulsing with life and color.\"

'Do They Know It's Christmas' gets 40th anniv remix

An \"ultimate mix\" of \"Do They Know It's Christmas\" is set for release later this month to celebrate 40 years since the festive charity hit's recording.

Russia says it seized another village in east Ukraine

Russia said yesterday it captured another village in east Ukraine, closing in on the town of Kurakhove after months of steady advances.

Gambler hits $85-M jackpot betting on Trump

A man made $85 million in a series of wagers on Polymarket, a crypto-based prediction market that was a popular platform for betting on the US election won by Donald Trump, a blockchain analysis firm told AFP on Wednesday.

Republicans complete power takeover with House majority

The Republicans were declared the majority party in the US House of Representatives on Wednesday, completing a clean sweep of Congress and the White House in last week's elections and handing incoming president Donald Trump vast legislative power.

More mayors favor BARMM poll delay

More local executives in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao have joined the groups seeking to defer next year's BARMM parliamentary elections to 2026.

Haze seen in Cebu not caused by Kanlaon - Phivolcs

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) clarified yesterday that the light haze being experienced in Cebu and other areas of the country did not originate from Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island.

Dog meat trader meted 3 years in prison

A Bulacan court recently sentenced a dog meat trader to up to three years of imprisonment for killing dogs and selling their meat.

Preparations for 2025 polls on track – Comelec -

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) assured the public yesterday that preparations for the May 2025 midterm polls are on track.