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George, Leonard sizzle in return from quarantine; Brooklyn’s Harden registers triple-double vs OKC

Gilas training on track as FIBA relocates third window to Doha

Members of the Gilas Pilipinas train inside the Inspire Sport Academy in Calamba, Laguna. (Inspire Sports Academy)

Pollution now seen as major world problem

The world may still be facing the COVID-19 pandemic, but there are other problems that continue to plague us, which may emerge as a bigger emergency to the people of the planet.

Foreign tourists still banned in Philippines

Foreign tourists are still barred from entering the Philippines amid the coronavirus pandemic, Malacañang clarified Friday.

DOE inks deal with Australian firm to explore PH hydrogen potential

The Department of Energy (DOE) inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Australian firm Star Scientific Ltd. for the latter to study and explore the potential of hydrogen technology applications in the Philippine energy sector.

2020-2021 NBA SEASON: Pistons dominate Davis-less Lakers

Ellington, Plumlee shine for Detroit; LA suffers second straight loss

Trump impeachment continues to hold world's attention

The impeachment of former United States President Donald Trump continues to hold the attention of people around the world, although his term ended last January 20 when new President Joseph Biden took his oath of office after winning over Trump in the presidential election of November 3.

Q&A with BLACKPINK on their YouTube concert, success, and fans

2020 became a phenomenal year for K-pop iconic group BLACKPINK. They solidified their status as the top K-pop girl group with their achievements and influence. BLACKPINK attained the “million seller” status when their first studio album “The Album,” released on Oct. 2, sold 1.24 million copies, the first girl group album to be certified “million” by the Korea Music Content Association (KMCA).

Leveling up choice - Chery launches Tiggo 7 Pro

Those that find purchasing a vehicle, with all the confusing trim levels and variants, daunting may find something to like with Chery.

KFC cuts carbon footprint further in e-bikes for delivery program

Quick-Service Restaurant KFC has moved to further reduce the company’s carbon foot-print with the rollout of its pioneering e-bike (electric bike) fleet for food delivery in Metro Manila and nearby provinces.

2020-2021 NBA SEASON - 76ERS STUN LAKERS

Embiid survives fall, LeBron assessed flagrant foul for push

DA Seeks Unhampered Movement Of Pork Products In Eastern Visayas

The Department of Agriculture in Eastern Visayas (DA-8) has asked the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to appeal to local chief executives to reconsider their policies that impede the flow of breeder hogs, and pork products.

Roadside Explosion Rocks North Cotabato

A fruit ven-dor was killed while four others were wounded after a suspected improvised explosive device (IED) went off in a bustling village of Sibsib in Tulunan, North Cotabato around 12:30pm Wednesday, January 27.

Marcial, League Governors Tackle Rookie Draft, Gilas, East Asia Tilt

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Malling? More Than Gov't, Families Will Decide When It's Safe

The government is now trying to decide when and how much it will further relax restrictions in Metro Manila and other parts of the country. It is not a problem of government alone; it is a problem faced by every individual and every family in this still ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Without Kawhi, George, LA Clippers fall

2020-2021 NBA SEASON

The Noble Deeds Of Beauty Queens From PH, India, Sweden, And America

It was a perfect day to plant trees. The sun was out but the soil was wet from the rains of the night before.

Korean Actress Song Yoo-Jung Passes Away

Korean actress Song Yoo-jung passed away on Jan. 23, according to her agency. She was 26.

Avid Motorcyclist Richard Yap Gives Advice To Newbie Riders

Many celebrities have turned to riding motorbikes of late, start-ing a craze of sorts with every Juan and Maria wanting to own one.

House Sends Trump Impeachment Article To Senate, Triggering Trial

Washington, United States (AFP) - The US House of Representatives presented a single article of impeachment to the Senate on Monday accusing Donald Trump of inciting the storming of the Capitol, setting in motion the first-ever impeachment trial of a former president.

For Balance In World Vaccine Situation

Mass vaccination against COVID-19 has begun in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, and several other countries which have been able to acquire millions of doses of the vaccines for their people. These nations had paid in advance even before the vaccine companies had completed their tests and won approval for their products.

Rafa Nadal commends Alex Eala on 1st pro title

Tennis wonder Alex Eala scored her breakthrough title win in the pro ranks on Sunday, conquering Spaniard Yvonne Cavalle-Reimers 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 in the International Tennis Federation (ITF) W15 Manacor event in Spain.

Heroism of SAF 44 remembered 6 yrs after Mamasapano massacre

DAY OF REMEMBERING — Police personnel assists Philippine National Police (PNP) Director for Personnel and Records Management Maj. Gen. Israel Ephraim Dickson during the wreath-laying ceremony to honor the Fallen SAF (Special Action Force) 44 on Monday, January 25, at the Police Regional Office 8 Bantayog ng Bayani in Camp Kangleon in Palo, Leyte. It has been six years since the 44 SAF commandos died in a clash with Muslim rebels in Mamasapano, Maguindanao. (Photo courtesy of PRO-8)

Biden to reinstate COVID travel bans – White House official

WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — President Joe Biden will re-impose a COVID-19 travel ban on most non-US citizens who have been in Britain, Brazil, Ireland and much of Europe, a White House official said Sunday, as the new administration ramps up its pandemic response.

Bohol imposes absolute ban on entry of hogs, pork products from Leyte provinces

FUTURE GRANDMASTERS — These girls leaf through pamphlets explaining the rules of chess after receiving chess sets from Carigara, Leyte Vice Mayor Eduardo Ong Jr. In distributing 1,300 chess sets to children in 49 barangays of Cariaga, Ong said he was encouraging the youth to stay at home and play chess, and refrain from engaging in contact sports, which is still not allowed under the strict community quarantine.

World beginning to act on pollution

The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) came out last week with a recommendation to the government to support the electric vehicle sector in reaction to the spate of closures of car-manufacturing plants in the country.

2020-2021 NBA Season - Clarkson, Jazz Rout Warriors

Nets hold off Heat; Curry passes Miiller; Lakers tame Bulls

Car Firms, Labor Urge Progressive Policy

CKD cannot survive sans CBU imports; safeguard measure won’t save industry

Hope For A World Without Nuclear Weapons

A Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons took effect last Friday. It was originally adopted by 122 countries in the United Nations General Assembly in 2017. It took effect Friday, 90 days after it was signed by the 50th state.

Oral Drug Found Effective In Treating Covid-19

A major clinical trial shows that an inflammatory drug called colchicine is effective in treating COVID-19 and reduces the risk of complications from the disease, doctors in Canada said.