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February 25, 2025
2 Filipinos arrested in HK for trying to withdraw $10 B
Two Filipinos in Hong Kong have been arrested after attempting to withdraw $10 billion from an HSBC branch using fake documents.
1 min
EDSA to celebrate faith aspect of people power
This year, the EDSA Shrine will emphasize the \"spiritual component\" of the EDSA People Power Revolution, which ended Ferdinand Marcos' dictatorship 39 years ago.
3 mins
US exempts $336-M Phl aid from freeze
Visit of Japan defense chief to boost security cooperation
4 mins
Comelec Studying Mandatory Attendance at Poll Debates
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is studying the legality of mandating the attendance of candidates in election debates.
1 min
2 meteorites returned to Phl
After over a year of wooing a German astronomer, a group of Filipino space enthusiasts has successfully brought back two Philippine meteorites they plan to donate to the National Museum for public display and research.

2 mins
New PCO chief vows stronger fight vs fake news
Veteran broadcast journalist Jay Ruiz yesterday formally assumed his post as President Marcos' new communications secretary, vowing to intensify the administration's fight against fake news and disinformation.
2 mins
Palace says Dutertes seeking to regain power
The word war between the Marcos administration and the Duterte camp raged on yesterday as Malacañang accused the former president and his allies of resorting to defamation to regain power.
4 mins
Oil Firms Hike Pump Prices Today
Concerns over potential supply disruptions are set to trigger another round of fuel price hikes today.
1 min
Critically ill pope had a good night, Vatican says
Pope Francis, hospitalized in critical condition with pneumonia in both lungs, is in a good mood after a peaceful night, the Vatican and a source said Monday, amid global concern over the pontiff's health.
1 min
Bl eyes speedier deportation of POGO workers
Expediting the deportation of Philippine offshore gaming operator workers is a primary concern, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said yesterday, amid reports that some POGO workers are not returning to their countries.
1 min
Maserati, LGU vehicle held for using EDSA busway
Drivers of a luxury car and a rescue vehicle of a local government unit were the latest to be apprehended for entering the exclusive EDSA Bus Carousel lane.
1 min
5 Get Life for 2014 Kidnap-Slay of Korean
A Manila court has sentenced five men to life in prison for the kidnapping and killing of female South Korean Lee Ji Won in 2014.
1 min
People empowerment
EDITORIAL
2 mins
Remembering People Power
Today marks the 39th anniversary of what has come to be known as the EDSA People Power Revolution, an uprising like the world had not seen before.
4 mins
Why and how we became incompetent and corrupt
VIRTUAL REALITY

4 mins
An opening for China, made in America
World view
3 mins
Friend and/or foe? AI in today's politics
Point of view
2 mins
Baguio chills at 14.4 degrees
Baguio City continues to enjoy lower temperatures as the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) recorded 14.4 degrees Celsius yesterday.
1 min
DTI Issues 60-Day Price Freeze in Four Palawan Areas
A 60-day price freeze has been imposed on basic necessities in Puerto Princesa City as well as in Narra, Brooke's Point and Aborlan towns in Palawan following the declaration of a state of calamity in these areas.
1 min
PCG, PDEA Foil Entry of Ship with 5 Tons Shabu
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) on Sunday prevented a vessel suspected to be carrying five tons of shabu valued at P34 billion from entering the country through Mindoro.
1 min
Israel Ready to Resume Gaza War
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel was prepared to resume fighting against Hamas, after the Palestinian group accused it of endangering a five-week-old Gaza truce by suspending prisoner releases.

1 min
Vatican thriller 'Conclave' wins top prize in SAG Awards
Vatican thriller \"Conclave\" won top prize at an unpredictable Screen Actors Guild (SAG) awards gala on Sunday, throwing a potential late curveball into the Oscars race, just a week before the Academy Awards.

1 min
Zelensky hails 'heroism' on 3rd anniversary of Russia's invasion
Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky hailed his country's \"resistance\" and \"heroism\" on Monday on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion as European leaders arrived in Kyiv in a show of solidarity.

1 min
Germany's Merz Wants Independence From US
After election win
1 min
Olivarez Zeroes In On No. 1 Spot
Olivarez College inched closer to securing the No. 1 seed in the second phase of elims by clobbering WCC-Aeronautical and Technological College, 94-69, in the UCAL-PGFlex Linoleum 7th Season yesterday at the Paco Arena in Manila.

1 min
Sapporo Rules NBA Legends Cup
The AcroCity-backed Negros Basketball Association (NBA) Legends Cup was nostalgic and successful as former stars of the league took time out to renew kinship with former teammates and rivals on the court.

1 min
Tougher road to Cup for Nats
Gilas Pilipinas' faltering finish in the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers has made its path to glory in the Continental meet in August in Saudi Arabia rockier.

1 min
Big moments for Narvacan, Iloilo, Pangasinan riders
Two young riders from Iloilo and one each from Narvacan and Pangasinan dominated the Criterium races in Day 1 of the PhilCycling National Championships for Road presented by the MVP Sports Foundation and Standard Insurance yesterday in Tagaytay City.

1 min
Keep the faith
Counting back to the second Doha International Cup, Gilas has now dropped four in a row on an average losing margin of 19 points.

2 mins
Bravehearts lead list of 'Estudyante' winners
La Salle, Our Lady of Fatima University, Faith Colleges and City College of Angeles roared to history, becoming the inaugural champions of four different disciplines in the Dark League Studios' Estudyante Esports National Championships over the weekend at the Ayala Malls Circuit in Makati.
1 min
NGCP Wins Singapore Arbitration Case vs PSALM, TransCo
The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) has won its arbitration case against state-run Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM) and the National Transmission Corp. (TransCo).

2 mins
DOTr to fast-track MRT-3, EDSA Busway privatization
No slowdown under Dizon
2 mins
Phl faces challenges in investment growth
DESPITE FATF GRAY LIST EXIT
3 mins
Market Mirrors Slide on Wall Street
The local stock market finished slightly lower yesterday as the decline in Wall Street spoiled recent positive developments in the country.
1 min
Illicit cigarettes worth P2.1 B to go up in smoke
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is set to carry out the nationwide destruction of P2.1 billion worth of illicit cigarettes across 12 designated sites, led by the primary destruction hub in Porac, Pampanga.
1 min
MPW Starts Construction of P5.5-B Desalination Plant
Metro Pacific Water (MPW) has started the construction of its P5.5-billion desalination facility in Metro Iloilo, the largest of its kind nationwide.
1 min
SM Prime Bares P100-B Investment Plan for 2025
SM Prime Holdings Inc. is embarking on a P100-billion investment plan this year to continue expansion across its diversified portfolio.
1 min
BDO profit soars to record P82 B
Sy-led BDO Unibank Inc. grew its earnings by 12 percent to hit an all-time high of P82 billion in 2024 from P73.4 billion in 2023, driven by strong performance across core businesses.
1 min
Makilala Mining strikes gold, secures $76.4-M bridge loan
Makilala Mining Co. Inc.(MMCI), the Philippine subsidiary of Celsius Resources Ltd. (CLA), has signed a binding term sheet with Maharlika Investment Corp.MIC) for a bridge loan facility of up to $76.4 million.
1 min
Manila Water income up 88% in 2024
Razon-led Manila Water Co. Inc. posted a net income of P10.5 billion last year, surging by 88 percent on an annual basis from P5.59 billion the prior year on the back of higher revenues.
1 min
Meralco earnings at all-time high
Tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan's Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) surpassed its targets last year, achieving historic all-time high earnings driven by the robust growth across its portfolio.
1 min
The Curse of Decision Fatigue
When is the best time to dismiss an erring employee - morning or afternoon?
3 mins
Smoke-free products can save the lives of hardened smokers
Smoke-free products such as vapes and heated tobacco products that deliver nicotine without burning tobacco can save the lives of millions of hardened smokers who are unable to quit smoking, according to a distinguished Israeli cardiologist.

2 mins
New ADB President Assumes Office
New Asian Development Bank (ADB) president Masato Kanda officially assumed office yesterday, vowing that the multilateral lender will take action on challenges affecting the Asia-Pacific.

1 min
NGCP From B1
PSALM and TransCo were also ordered to indemnify NGCP by as much as P56.53 million for expenses on right-of-way claims, the SGP said.
1 min
Automakers See 7% Growth in EV Sales This Year
Sales of electrified vehicles (EVs) in the country are expected to track industry growth at seven percent this year, supported by the zero import tariffs on such vehicles and the rollout of new models, according to the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI).
1 min
JANINE GUTIERREZ THRILLED TO PRODUCE DOCU ABOUT HER GRANDMA PILITA CORRALES
JANINE GUTIERREZ VENTURED into a nail salon business in 2019 but what she would like to focus on, business-wise, is film production. She is producing a film documentary chronicling the life of her grandmother, Asia's Queen of Songs, Pilita Corrales, helmed by Baby Ruth Villarama.

3 mins
Are Deanna Wong and Ivy Lacsina Now Comfortable With Fame?
Choco Mucho Flying Titans' Deanna Wong and Ivy Lacsina of Akari Chargers are two of the country's volleyball superstars.

2 mins
TOMA CAYABYAB, MIKE SHIMAMOTO CELEBRATE FRIENDSHIP WITH 'HEART TO HEART' CONCERT
Few people have maintained their friendship from high school. Many have inevitably parted ways, pursued their respective endeavors and lost touch.

5 mins
Janine
Rama, Kylie Verzosa, Kris Bernal and Sparkle artists Ashley Ortega, Roxie Smith and Shuvee Etrata were spotted at the Corso Como 88 event, hosted by Tessa Prieto.

1 min
Manila International Film Festival Announces Awardees
Vilma Santos, Ricky Lee, Boots Anson Roa-Rodrigo, the late Lily Monteverde, Tia Carrere and Nico Santos are among the awardees to be feted by the second Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) during its star-studded dinner tribute at the International Ballroom of The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills on March 7.

2 mins
Jubilee Door Pilgrimage: Pilgrims of Hope & Hopia
Among my closest friends, a \"tribe\" I see and listen to every day (virtually, that is) are the members of my Assumption Convent rosary group, composed of former classmates and members of our batch.

4 mins
An evening with Josie Natori
The Natori Company is a women's fashion designer and manufacturer based in New York City.

2 mins
Meet the Nendoroid Jollibee
Over the years, Jollibee has become a symbol of joy for many people.

1 min
Skip the scams, not the sparks
Sure, there are plenty of fish in the sea, but finding The One can be a long and winding journey.

2 mins
MakatiMed Does First Facial Reanimation Surgery
Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) has reached another milestone with the successful performance of its first facial reanimation surgery, a groundbreaking procedure that restores movement and symmetry to the face in patients with facial paralysis.

1 min
WHY KIDNEY HEALTH MATTERS
This year, World Kidney Day will be celebrated on March 13. This global awareness campaign highlights the significance of our kidneys and also aims to reduce our risk of kidney disease and its associated health problems worldwide.

3 mins
It's Never Too Late To Let The Sunshine In
It's never too late to learn something new and bring more joy to your life.

3 mins
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Utgiver: Philstar Daily Inc.
Kategori: Newspaper
Språk: English
Frekvens: Daily
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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