The Philippine Star - November 26, 2024

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November 26, 2024

Sara attends House hearing on funds, takes oath

President Marcos yesterday vowed to resist a \"disturbing\" plot of Vice President Sara Duterte to have him assassinated, chiding his political ally-turned-arch critic for resorting to \"kwentong chicheria\" or silly talk just to evade questions about her alleged misuse of confidential funds

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NBI to issue subpoena vs VP Sara

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) will summon Vice President Sara Duterte to explain her public declaration that she had contracted a hitman to assassinate President Marcos, his wife Liza and cousin Speaker Martin Romualdez should an alleged plot on her life succeed.

5 mins

Pagasa: Cyclones are just like planes, trains...

What do typhoons and planes have in common?

2 mins

OVP chief of staff's detention extended by 5 days

The House of Representatives committee on good government and public accountability extended yesterday the detention for contempt of the Office of the Vice President (OVP)'s chief of staff Zuleika Lopez.

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BBM, Liza off to UAE despite 'active threat'

As he faces an \"active threat\" to his life and amid fresh ouster calls by his critics, President Marcos left for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last night for his 31st overseas trip since assuming office, although the visit was shortened.

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Marcos vows to fight back against threats

President Marcos yesterday vowed to resist a \"disturbing\" plot of Vice President Sara Duterte to have him assassinated, chiding his political ally-turned-arch critic for resorting to \"kwentong chicheria\" or silly talk just to evade questions about her alleged misuse of confidential funds.

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DOJ eyes grave threats, sedition raps, disbarment vs VP

Vice President Sara Duterte may face charges of grave threats and sedition over her assassination remarks against President Marcos, First Lady Liza Marcos and Speaker Martin Romualdez, according to the Department of Justice.

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Mayors, b'gay officials pocketed health workers' COVID pay

Some mayors and barangay officials pocketed money allocated for health care workers who served during the COVID-19 pandemic, an official of the Department of Health (DOH) told the Senate.

1 min

Gas, diesel up by over P1

Motorists should brace for yet another spike at the pump as fuel prices are set to increase by as much as P1.15 per liter today.

1 min

60% of female homicides committed by partners, kin

Sixty percent of all female homicides are committed by intimate partners or other family members, according to a report released by the UN Women and United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) yesterday.

1 min

Military remains professional - AFP chief

Amid the ongoing political turbulence, Armed Forces of the Philippines chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. has called on military personnel to remain professional and defend the Constitution.

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Farmers want 25,000 agri extension workers returned to DA

Farmers' groups on Monday pushed for the return of at least 25,000 agricultural extension workers to the Department of Agriculture (DA) from local government units (LGUs).

1 min

LTFRB: No increase in motorcycle taxis

There has been no increase in the number of motorcycle taxis in Metro Manila in the past three years, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) reported yesterday.

1 min

Malabon launches 'LAB for All' to boost health services

The Malabon City government yesterday inaugurated its \"LAB for All\" medical van, a mobile health unit designed to enhance access to medical and laboratory services for residents, particularly the poor.

1 min

Makati posts highest GDP growth in 2023

The Makati government achieved a 6.3-percent growth in Gross Domestic Product in 2023, with its GDP valued at P1.18 trillion, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

1 min

PNP probes AFP colonel's death

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has started investigating the death of a military colonel at Camp Aquinaldo in Quezon City.

1 min

BI: Harry Roque still in Phl

Former presidential spokesman Harry Roque is still in the country, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) clarified yesterday.

1 min

Christmas cargo, kingly treasures, Glory

EYES WIDE OPEN

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P60:$1

FIRST PERSON

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UNITE vs violence

It's unfortunate that the nation's highest-ranking female official threatened to unleash lethal violence against the President, his wife, and his cousin, who is the Speaker of the House, as the world prepared to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

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Taiwan is ready to defend democracy; is Trump?

world view

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The future of journalism

VIRTUAL REALITY

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Stop the dramatics

All the dramatics that the Vice President is dishing out should be seen for what it is – a diversionary tactic so that she does not have to answer for all the millions she mis-spent in the Office of the Vice President and the Department of Education when she was its secretary.

1 min

Lanao election officer killed

The election officer of Nunungan town in Lanao del Norte was ambushed and killed yesterday afternoon, the National Bureau of Investigation's (NBI) Iligan District Office reported.

1 min

Shellfish ban up in six areas - BFAR

The shellfish ban in at least six areas in the country is still in effect amid the presence of toxic red tide, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources said yesterday.

1 min

Galvez pushes BARMM poll deferment anew

Peace and reconciliation adviser Carlito Galvez Jr. has made another appeal for lawmakers to postpone the parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, citing the \"unintended consequences\" of the exclusion of Sulu province from BARMM.

1 min

DA: Typhoons left P786-M damage to agriculture

The combined damage of Tropical Cyclones Pepito, Nika and Ofel to the agriculture sector in at least six regions has reached P786 million, the Department of Agriculture (DA) reported.

2 mins

'Wicked,' 'Gladiator II' make gravity-defying theater debuts

With a combined $270 million in worldwide ticket sales, \"Wicked\" and \"Gladiator II\" breathed fresh life into a box office that has struggled lately, leading to one of the busiest moviegoing weekends of the year.

1 min

Trump adviser vows unity over security during transition

Top national security advisers to president-elect Donald Trump and outgoing President Joe Biden are working \"hand in glove\" to pose a united front against US adversaries during the presidential transition, Trump

1 min

Landslide, flash floods hit Indonesia's Sumatra island; 16 dead

Rescuers in Indonesia recovered 16 bodies under tons of mud and rocks that were swept away in flash floods that hit mountainside villages on Sumatra Island, officials said yesterday.

1 min

Israel, Hezbollah in heavy exchanges of fire

Despite EU ceasefire call

1 min

DHL cargo plane crashes into house near Lithuania airport

A DHL cargo plane crashed into a house as it made its approach to land at Lithuania's Vilnius airport early yesterday, killing one person and injuring three others on the aircraft, officials said.

1 min

Siklab Awards to honor 79 junior athletes

The finest young Filipino athletes will enjoy the spotlight in the Nickel Asia Corp. Siklab Youth Sports Awards 2024 on Dec. 5 at the Market! Market! Activity Center, Ayala Malls BGC in Taguig City.

1 min

Hidilyn's niece wins Batang Pinoy gold

A niece of Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo, an Olympian swimmer's protégé and a Palarong Pambansa record-breaker delivered the worthiest performances yesterday in the Batang Pinoy in Puerto Princesa, Palawan.

1 min

Gilas looks forward to winning on the road

\"Year One\" is in the books but as early as now, Gilas Pilipinas coach Tim Cone is already thinking about how to further the growth of the 15-man pool in its next international sorties.

1 min

Top pros brace for match play

If form charts hold true, the top-ranked players should make quick work of their lower-seeded counterparts in the opening round of the ICTSI The Country Club Match Play Invitational.

1 min

Cavs move up to 17-1

Donovan Mitchell and reserve Ty Jerome each scored 26 points to spark the NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers over Toronto, 122-108, on Sunday while Boston and Miami took narrow triumphs over Minnesota, 107-105, and Dallas, 123-118, in overtime.

1 min

SMB SENDS ROMEO TO TERRA

The Beermen shipped veterans Terrence Romeo and Vic Manuel to the Dyip in return in a trade deal approved by the pro league yesterday.

1 min

Belen's MVP title icing on cake

Bella Belen further stamped her stature as the country's best collegiate volleyball player today, winning the MVP plum as National U completed a three-peat in the Shakey's Super League Collegiate Pre-Season Championship.

1 min

Taduran defense in limbo

SPORTING CHANCE

1 min

Phl takes helm at $1.3-T Asean social security fund

The ASEAN Social Security Association (ASSA) has reported $1.3 trillion in collective assets under management as its leadership will formally be transferred to the Philippines.

2 mins

DA targets $2 B foreign funding for infra projects

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is looking at securing at least $2 billion (about P118 billion) in foreign financing next year, including its single largest project loan, to bankroll its various infrastructure programs and projects aimed at improving domestic productivity and enhancing farmers' welfare.

2 mins

Smart, NTC collaborate vs use of fake cell towers

Smart Communications Inc., PLDT's wireless unit, is working with the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) to address the use of fake cell towers in perpetuating text scams.

1 min

Bargain hunting fuels stock market rebound

Stocks regained ground yesterday as bargain hunting helped the local bourse recover from two straight days of losses last week.

1 min

Manila Water eyes new markets abroad

Razon-led Manila Water Co. Inc. is looking at opportunities to enter new overseas markets to further expand its presence outside the Philippines.

2 mins

Phl inclusion in JP Morgan index under review

The Philippines remains under consideration for inclusion in the JP Morgan Government Bond Index for Emerging Markets (GBI-EM), but the process may take longer due to extensive review, National Treasurer Sharon Almanza said.

1 min

Kadiwa Centers to reach 179 nationwide by year-end

The Department of Agriculture (DA) said the number of Kadiwa Centers nationwide would reach at least 179 by year-end, slowly expanding the availability of affordable commodities to more Filipino consumers nationwide.

1 min

Phl, Sweden sign MOU on financial, dev't cooperation

The Philippines has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Sweden, which would boost the country's access to Swedish financing for development initiatives.

1 min

Gov't urged to improve NAIA cargo services

A customs brokers group is urging the government to break the cargo monopoly at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) by opening a gate with ramp access that would allow other warehouses to transport cargo directly to and from the aircraft.

2 mins

Enjoy retirement with InLife's Retire Assure

Insular Life (InLife) has recently launched InLife Retire Assure, the country's first true retirement insurance product with guaranteed monthly income starting at age 60 until 100.

2 mins

Phl economy seen leading SE Asia in growth next year

The Philippine economy may zoom to its fastest pace since 2018 and lead the Southeast Asian region in growth next year, financial services provider Unicapital Group said.

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80 percent of problems caused by problem managers

Louie (not his real name), an office worker in his late 20s, was experiencing an irritating problem. At 7:30 every morning, as soon as he was ready to drive to work, his ears started ringing, simultaneously with his eyes bulging.

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CEOs doubling-down on the return-to-office debate

In the 10th edition of the KPMG CEO Outlook, we capture insights from global and Philippine business leaders on key topics such as the race to embrace artificial intelligence and rising geopolitical concerns.

3 mins

Trade deficit likely to widen further

The country's trade deficit is likely to remain on the rise amid continued government infrastructure spending as well as higher private sector demand due to easing monetary policy, according to ANZ Research.

3 mins

Peso volatility won't alter 2025 borrowing program - BTr

The Philippine government's borrowing strategy remains unaffected by the peso's volatility, with the planned 80-20 borrowing mix between domestic and external sources holding steady for 2025.

1 min

Phl, WIPO member states sign Riyadh Design Law Treaty

The Philippines, along with 193 member states of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), has adopted the Riyadh Design Law Treaty, which will make it easier and faster for designers to protect their designs both locally and abroad.

1 min

SM, Mastercard empower outstanding STEM students with scholarship grants

SM, through SM Store and SM Retail, in partnership with Mastercard, and SM Foundation have launched a new initiative aimed at empowering Filipino students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

1 min

Review, improvement of agri commodity roadmaps pushed

The government must now review its commodity roadmaps to adapt them to current conditions of the agriculture sector to ensure proper guidance for policy-making decisions, the Philippine Chamber for Agriculture and Food Inc. said.

1 min

STI profit surges on higher enrollment

STI Education Systems Holdings Inc. saw its earnings from July to September soar by over 13 times amid a record enrollment growth and prudent cost management across its schools.

1 min

SFA Semicon plans to delist on Dec 12

Semiconductor company SFA Semicon Philippines Corp. (SSP) will bid farewell to the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) by next month, ending its 10-year run as a listed company.

1 min

Maharlika organizational structure completed next year

The Governance Commission for Government-Owned or Controlled Corporations (GCG) is eyeing the completion of the organizational structure of state-run Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) by early next year.

2 mins

Harvey Bautista and Criza Taa not pressured to be a couple in real life

The stars of ABS-CBN Studios' youth-reality series \"Zoomers,\" Harvey Bautista and Criza Taa, shared how their onscreen partnership has helped them in building their showbiz careers.

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TOM RODRIGUEZ SHIFTS ACTING PRIORITIES FOR SON WITH NON-SHOWBIZ PARTNER

FOR TOM RODRIGUEZ, love shouldn't be complicated.

4 mins

Director Frank Lloyd Mamaril fulfills his recording dream

Television, events, and stage director Frank Lloyd Mamaril could have his recording much earlier, when he was still a bit younger.

3 mins

CHEN OF EXO FINDS SOLACE SAFE SPACE IN SONGWRITING

Chen, regarded as a standout vocalist of K-pop boy band EXO, has shown how he does not only shine in the singing department, but also in writing the lyrics of songs that reflect his authentic self as an artist.

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CHEN OF EXO FINDS SOLACE, SAFE SPACE IN SONGWRITING

Chen, regarded as a standout vocalist of K-pop boy band EXO, has shown how he does not only shine in the singing department, but also in writing the lyrics of songs that reflect his authentic self as an artist.

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Disclaimer: Who is telling the truth?

\"The truth shall set you free.\" John 8:31-32 What would you do if you recognized yourself or someone you loved in a newly-released book with this disclaimer: \"Any resemblance to people living or dead is not a coincidence.\"

3 mins

PBBM lauds mining environment champs

The Presidential Mineral Industry Environmental Award (PMIEA) is an annual award given to mining companies that demonstrate excellence in the following areas: safety and health management, environmental protection and enhancement, and social and community development.

1 min

Multiple Intelligence International School presents eco-bazaar for kids, by kids

Multiple Intelligence International School (MIIS) is holding \"MI Kids Can! #4GreenPH: Eco-Bazaar and Thrift Market on Dec. 1, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Activity Center of Ayala Malls UP Town Center.

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A fair for gadget lovers at Rustan's

Cross off your Christmas list with ease as Rustan's Gadget Fair, ongoing until Dec. 2, offers amazing deals on top-tier gadgets, accessories, and more.

2 mins

To raise fit kids, be fit yourself

To today's generation of kids, the word \"play\" has taken on a wholly different meaning from their parents' and grandparents' definitions.

3 mins

THE RISKS OF ONLINE HARASSMENT

In October 2024, six billion individuals accessed the Internet, which accounts for 68 percent of the global population.

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