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Eala, Russian Pal Swept In Platja D'aro Doubles Final

Alex Eala fell short in her bid for a first pro doubles title with Russian partner Oksana Selekhmeteva in the W25 Platja D’Aro tournament in Spain Saturday.

Over 4,000 Chickenjoy Pieces Sold On Jollibee's West End Opening

Over 4,000 pieces of Chick-en joy have been sold, mostly to British nationals, on the opening day of Jollibee’s debut in London West End, exceeding recent opening day sales records from Leeds, Leicester City, and Liverpool.

101-Year-Old Covid-19 Survivor Gets First Jab

TACLOBAN CITY – After recovering from COVID-19, a 101-year-old grandmother from Palo, Leyte received her first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine last Thursday to encourage other senior citizens to get themselves inoculated against the dreaded disease.

Ramp Up Devolution, Ensure Public Service Quality

The national government has set into motion the ramping up of the devolution of key functions to local government units (LGUs) starting in 2022.

PGA CHAMPIONSHIP - Mickelson, eyeing 6th major, shares lead with Oosthuizen

KIAWAH ISLAND, South Carolina (AFP) — Phil Mickelson, chasing a historic sixth major title at age 50, shared the lead with South Africa's Louis Oosthuizen after Friday's second round of the PGA Championship at windy Kiawah Island.

VOLLEYBALL FEATURE - No shoes, no problem: Tiktok video trends on social media

The overwhelming response of fans and players touched the hearts of Kerwin Francisco and his friends after their TikTok video of playing volleyball in a remote place went viral more than a week ago.

Leveling up to AI: DTI roadmap shows the way

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the pace of digital transformation worldwide. In the Philippines, the protracted lockdown has brought about a shift to digital and online payments. Artificial intelligence (AI) has become the catalyst for the increased tempo of what is now widely known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

NBA PLAY-IN Grizzlies gain last playoff berth

Ja rules in OT to eliminate Curry, Warriors

Biden vows to help 'rebuild' Gaza, insists on two-state solution

WASHINGTON/GAZA CITY (AFP) — President Joe Biden on Friday pledged to help organize efforts to rebuild Gaza and said creating a Palestinian state alongside Israel is the only answer to the conflict.

Israel-Gaza ceasefire takes hold

GAZA CITY, Palestinian Territories – A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the Islamist movement which controls the Gaza Strip, appeared to hold Friday after 11 days of deadly fighting that pounded the Palestinian enclave and forced countless Israelis to seek shelter from rockets.

Big strides toward water adequacy in Metro Manila

The recent signing by the government of renegotiated concession supply agreements with Manila Water Company and Maynilad Water Services Inc. in April and May, respectively, represent significant strides toward the attainment of water adequacy in their franchise areas in Metro Manila, Rizal and parts of Cavite. The new agreements cover the next 25 years.

Biden signs hate crimes law protecting Asian-Americans

WASHINGTON, United States (AFP/Xinhua) – President Joe Biden signed a hate crimes law Thursday aimed at protecting Asian Americans who have suffered a surge in attacks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Average daily COVID cases in NCR down to 1,299 – OCTA Research

The average new coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases per day in the National Capital Region (NCR) dropped further by 25 percent to 1,299 cases during the May 14-20 period, OCTA Research said in its report released on Friday, May 21.

12-man addition to PH Azkals

Twelve new players were officially named to the 25-man squad of the Philippine Azkals for the Doha training camp which is a preparation for the upcoming resumption of the World Cup/Asian Cup Qualifiers.

‘All shots are created equal'

Palace defends policy on non-disclosure of COVID-19 vaccine brands

Rematch: Pangalusian Island vs Super Swerte

Races to benefit PGH fire victims, frontliners

French cafes reopen, EU to allow in vaccinated travelers

PARIS, France (AFP) — The French returned to their beloved cafe terraces on Wednesday, while the EU said its borders will be opened to vaccinated travellers as life crept back to normal in Europe after months of punishing restrictions.

Economic boost from the ground up

The Philippine government continues to find ways to revitalize a sluggish economy from recession and to overcome an ongo-ing pandemic with a national public health infrastructure that is barely coping with its deleterious effects. While attention is presently focused on ramping up vaccinations to facilitate the reopening of the economy, the Department of Finance is also prodding local government units (LGUs) to improve and optimize their revenue-raising capacity.

Be the future, Biden tells 4 Filipinos, other graduates of US Coast Guard Academy

Four young Filipino cadets graduated from the prestigious United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) on Wednesday, May 19, where US President Joe Biden was the guest of honor and speaker.

NBA Eastern Conference - Tatum Fuels Celtics; Pacers Rips Hornets

Boston grabs 7th spot; Washington, Indiana dispute 8th playoff berth

2 Pinays Make History, Graduate From US Coast Guard Academy

Two young Filipinas are set to graduate from the prestigious United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) today.

Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Rages On As France Proposes Ceasefire

GAZA CITY, Palestinian Territories (AFP) - Israel and armed Palestinian groups in Gaza exchanged fire overnight into the early hours of Wednesday, as France proposed a ceasefire to stem more than a week of bloodshed.

PSTC - Deed of donation signed, delivered

PSC chairman says ‘new home’ for PH athletes ‘one of the best birthday gifts’

Duterte reiterates arbitral ruling is meaningless; Enrile says it is not

President Duterte reiterated his stand that the 2016 The Hague ruling invalidating China's claim in the West Philippine Sea will just be rejected by China, calling it “meaningless” this time around.

Raising farmers' productivity is way out of agriculture doldrums

The country’s progressive farmers and corporate farms have high productivity and their products could compete with imports. Despite food exports totaling $5.1 billion, the Philippines still incurred a $5.9 billion trade deficit, thus earning the dubious distinction of being the only country with a net food deficit country among the original five ASEAN member countries.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL - World Series champ Dodgers sign up Pujols to one-year contract

LOS ANGELES (AFP) – The Los Angeles Dodgers completed the signing of Albert Pujols on Tuesday, the future Hall of Famer joining the World Series champions on a one-year deal after his shock exit from the Los Angeles Angels.

Cebu South Bus Terminal launches automated, cashless ticketing system

CEBU CITY – The Cebu South Bus Terminal (CSBT), Cebu's largest public terminal, now features an automated and cashless ticketing system.

Led By Mayor Goma's ‘Plantdemic' Ways, Ormoc Endures Quarantined Life

ORMOC CITY – Mayor Richard Gomez here shared his love for plants and how it influenced his constituents to sustain their needs during since the COVID-19 pandemic started.

Mayor Isko Now An Eye Bank Donor; Inks Deal To Help Promote Eye, Cornea Donation

Manila Mayor Francisco Isko Moreno Domagoso signed on Monday, May 17, an agreement with the Santa Lucia International Eye Bank of Manila (SLIEB) to help promote corneas and eyes donations in the country as well as a donor card that allows for the harvest of his eyes and corneas in the event of his death.

Mayor Sara: No Face-To-Face Classes

DAVAO CITY — Mayor Sara Duterte said she is still not considering reopening the regular “face-to-face” classes as Davao City is seeing an increase in the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases.