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Academy Acquires Training Assets Of PAL Aviation School

Confident that the Philippine aviation industry will recover, and related manpower requirements will be a must, the First Aviation Academy Inc. (FAAi) has acquired all the training assets from the Philippine Air Lines Aviation School (PALAV). This includes nine (9) Cessna 172, and the Redbird Flight Training Simulator. Effective end of June, PALAV will discontinue training operations. This acquisition of equipment by FAAi positions it as one of the premiere flight schools in the country.

Korda Rules PGA Event; Ardina 12th

WASHINGTON (AFP) – Nelly Korda won the Women's PGA Championship on Sunday to capture her first major title and become the first American since 2014 to seize the world number one ranking.

Ancient Aromas To Lure New Crop Of Tourists To Cyprus

AGROS, Cyprus (AFP) - Lavender, basil, and roses: history and aromatic plants are being cultivated in Cyprus to broaden its sun-and-sea appeal and regain its lofty botanical status dating back to Roman times.

Country's Economic Potential Remains Despite Pandemic

The Philippines’ economic potential remains despite the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic that continues to wreak havoc in the communities. The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) is confident that the gross domestic product (GDP) would return to its pre-pandemic level by next year.

PSEi Posted Brightest Moments Under PNoy

The Philippine Stock Exchange saw its brightest moments during the Aqui-no administration with the main index surging to its highest levels while companies raised record amounts of capital from the public through the bourse.

Thousands Climb Indonesian Volcano For Ritual Sacrifice

PROBOLINGGO, Indonesia (AFP) - Thousands of worshippers trudged up an active Indonesian volcano Saturday to cast livestock and other offerings down its smouldering crater in a centuries-old religious ceremony.

Manila Welcomes A New Archbishop

It is indeed welcome news that, finally, Manila has a new archbishop in the person of Cardinal Jose Fuerte Advincula. As the country with the biggest population of Catholics in Asia, Manila is the largest archdiocese, with more than 80 parishes serving three million devotees. Pope Francis appointed Cardinal Advincula as archbishop, which was vacant for 15 months, when Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle was transferred to the Prefect of the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples in the Vatican on Dec. 8, 2019.

No Jokic, But PH Facing Euro Stars

Host Serbia will be without NBA MVP vs Gilas

Pacquiao Hits Back At Floyd

Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao unloaded a series of counterpunches at Floyd Mayweather in response to recent comments made by brash-talking former rival about his boxing career.

Ex-President Aquino laid to rest

Noy fulfilled our parents’ unfinished business – Ballsy

Philippines' lechon shines bright in Las Vegas

Apart from its most spectacular shows, luxury casinos, and bright lights, Las Vegas is also a culinary epicenter featuring the world's greatest food dishes. Proving that is the offering of its latest city jewel, the Resorts World, which opened on June 24, 2021. Coinciding with its launch is the unveiling of a 24,000-square-foot food hall, Famous Foods Street Eats, housing the best meals Southeast Asia has to offer.

Tokyo's Olympic dream: Quo vadis, COVID-19?

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cast a giant shadow on the opening of the Tokyo Olympic Games. With less than a month left, anxiety over the possibility that foreign athletes and journalists could be carriers of the emerging deadly Delta variant has been added to the hosts’ long list of concerns.

So resumes Meltwater stint

Grandmaster Wesley So seeks to add another feather to his cap as he plunges back into action in the online Goldmoney Asian Rapid of the Meltwater Champions Chess Tour.

Blessing in disguise — Valdez

Filipino shooter Jayson Valdez considers qualifying to the Tokyo Olympics a blessing in disguise after setting aside his plans to join the Philippine Army.

The COVID war is far from over – keep your shields on

We’ve been flip-flopping on the use of face shields all week. It’s on and off from one day to the next.

PNoy… my friend and my President

“You ask too many questions, Mrs. Sec!” (I was called Mrs. Sec by the family of my Lady Boss President Cory.)

Manila's COVID-19 Field Hospital impresses Israeli health experts

Medical experts from Israel were all praises for Manila City’s COVID19 Field Hospital.

Changes in PH roster still possible – Baldwin

Gilas Pilipinas coach Tab Baldwin said there’s still a possibility the roster for the FIBA Asia Cup in Jakarta, Indonesia could be different from the one that will compete in the upcoming Olympic Qualifying Tournament.

To support recovery PH gets new $400-M WB loan

The World Bank has approved a fresh loan to the Philippines that aims to ensure the local financial sector’s stability as well as support the nation's economic recovery.

PNoy: Legacy Of Good Governance And Sustained Growth

President Benigno ‘Noynoy’ Aquino III heeded the people’s call and served as their leader with integrity and distinction following the footsteps of his great parents, President Corazon Aquino and Senator Benigno S. Aquino, Jr.

Riders To Watch In 2021 Tour

BREST, France (AFP) – The 2021 Tour de France rolls out of Brest on Saturday with a host of contenders for the winner's yellow jersey in the peloton.

AFC Champions League: Kaya-Iloilo Makes It To Group Stage

Menzi goal in 1st half beats Shanghai XI

Chery Auto Aims For Fun With New Brand Ambassador

Alex Gonzaga headlining new campaign

Former President Aquino Passes Away At 61

Former President Benigno Noynoy S. Aquino III, who championed “Daang Matuwid” campaign and scored a landmark ruling against China's aggressive claims in West Philippine Sea, has passed away Thursday morning, according to the family. He was 61.

Financial Literacy In The Digital Age

Since March 2020, our country has been experiencing widespread unemployment and underemployment.

Del Monte PH Reports ₱4.6-B FY Net Income

Del Monte Philippines, Inc. reported a 33 percent jump in net income to ₱4.6 billion for its fiscal year 2021 ending April on improved sales, favorable mix, lower costs and expenses, and greater efficiency.

Inoue Sits And Waits To Be Served

Donaire Vs Casimero

Looking Up To Manila

No other city in the country could evoke as much emotion and longing such as Manila.

Valdez Eyes Medal Finish In Olympiad

PSA FORUM

Briones Respects PRRD's Decision Not To Allow Face-To-Face Classes

Education Secretary Leonor Briones has withdrawn the request of the Department of Education (DepEd) for the pilot implementation of limited face-to-face classes for students at the basic education level after President Duterte rejected the proposal.