Mabilog, ex-mayor of most 'shabulized' city, back in Phl

After hiding in the United States for seven years, former Iloilo City mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog – who was accused of being a “major drug protector” by former president Rodrigo Duterte – has returned home and surrendered to the National Bureau of Investigation.

US officer tells China: Rethink SCS tactics

With more Chinese vessels turning up slowly but steadily in the West Philippine Sea, the chief of the US Indo-Pacific Command has warned his counterpart in the People's Liberation Army (PLA) against making dangerous and escalatory actions in the South China Sea.

Marcos orders NIA reorganization, return to OP

President Marcos has placed the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) back in the Office of the President (OP) for closer management to boost agricultural production and ensure food security.

Rody takes over Quiboloy assets

KOJC tightens belt as assets remain frozen

US justice department won't comment on extradition

The United States Department of Justice has declined to comment on a possible request for extradition of detained pastor Apollo Quiboloy, who is wanted in the US for alleged sex crimes and money laundering.

Trafficking complaint filed vs Ong, others

The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) and the Philippine National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) filed a qualified trafficking complaint against Cassandra Li Ong and over 50 others in connection with Lucky South 99, the Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hub raided in Porac, Pampanga.

No executive session for Guo

The Senate committee investigating dismissed Bamban mayor Alice Guo sees no reason to go into a closeddoor executive session amid Guo’s claim that there is a threat to her life.

Meralco seeks DOE nod on Atimonan coal plant

Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is securing a certification from the government on its proposed coal-fired power plant amid an existing moratorium policy.

Greenergy secures favorable ruling in legal battle vs Tiu

Listed Greenergy Holdings Inc. has secured a favorable court ruling on a civil case filed by businessman and former executive Antonio Tiu.

SMC eyes more mega farms to boost Phl poultry production

Diversified conglomerate San Miguel Corp. (SMC), through its food and beverage unit, is poised to further beef up the country’s poultry production with the completion of additional mega farms.

WTO hosts public forum to discuss trade, re-globalization

The World Trade Organization (WTO) will kick off its annual public forum today to tackle the future of global trade, particularly its push toward re-globalization that seeks to make trade more inclusive.

'Natural gas law to draw in more investors in exploration'

The swift passage of Senate Bill 2793, the proposed Philippine Natural Gas Development Act, would send the strongest signal to investors that there is natural gas waiting to be explored in the Philippines.

BSP shifting to new forecasting model

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is targeting to transition to a new forecasting model next year to enhance its forward-looking projections and aid in the monetary policy decision-making process.

FPH commits support for gov't, UN gathering on disaster risk reduction

Lopez-led First Philippine Holdings Corp. has pledged support for the upcoming Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR) that the Philippine government and a United Nations body will co-host next month in Manila.

Phl CEOs most bullish since pandemic - survey

Philippine chief executive officers (CEO) are at the most optimistic they have ever been in terms of industry prospects since the pandemic, but geopolitical uncertainty is a major concern keeping them up at night, according to a survey of the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) and PwC Philippines.

Firms cut salary budget; digital talent in demand

Despite the country’s strong economic performance, 34.6 percent of organizations in the Philippines have lower salary budgets for this year compared to last year, according to a report from global advisory and solutions company WTW.

Banks' bad loans highest in 2 years

The share of bad loans to the banks’ total loan book inched up to 3.58 percent as of July, its fastest pace in over two years, amid higher borrowing costs.

Azkals draw boost from Chooks-to-Go

As the Philippine Azkals prepare for the Asia 7’s Championships, set Oct. 9 to 12 in Kuala Lumpur, the national booters drew boost from one of their most steadfast supporters, Bounty and Chooksto-Go, in a gathering at the Inoza Tower in Bonifacio Global City Friday.

THAI SQUAD STAYS IN HUNT FOR BRONZE EST COLA SHAKES FARM FRESH

EST Cola and Farm Fresh turned their battle for a shot at the Premier Volleyball League Invitational 2024 bronze medal into a thrilling showdown that felt like a championship clash with the former emerging victorious in a nerve-wracking five-set marathon.

Apple to unveil iPhone 16 with AI features

Apple is expected to release its latest line of iPhones today that will feature generative AI capabilities as the tech behemoth looks to bolster sales of its iconic device.

Vietnam storm deaths rise to 59

A bridge collapsed and a bus was swept away by flooding yesterday as more rain fell on northern Vietnam from a former typhoon that has caused at least 59 deaths in the Southeast Asian country, state media reported.

Trump, Harris tied on eve of debate

WASHINGTON AFP) The US presidential race remains neck-and-neck according to polls released on Sunday, two days before Kamala Harris and Donald Trump hold their first and potentially only televised debate.

Shooting at West Bank-Jordan border kills 3 Israelis

Three Israelis were shot and killed yesterday at the border crossing between the West Bank and Jordan, Israeli offi cials said, in what appeared to be an attack linked to the 11-month-old war in Gaza.

Number of ASF-affected barangays increases to 472

African swine fever (ASF) continues to spread in the country as the number of infected barangays has increased to 472 from 458, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).

US travel magazine cites White Beach in Boracay

The White Beach on Boracay Island has been named as one of the 15 most beautiful white sand beaches in the world, according to a lifestyle magazine based in the United States.

SC declares Sulu not part of Bangsamoro region

The Supreme Court SC) has upheld the constitutionality of the Bangsamoro Organic Law, but declared Sulu not part of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao BARMM) after the province rejected the ratification of the law.

BOC seizes P4.8-B smuggled items in Binondo

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) confiscated an estimated P4.8 billion worth of alleged smuggled vapes and assorted counterfeit branded items last Sept. 6 in a warehouse in Binondo, Manila.

BIR to issue takedown orders vs unregistered online sellers

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) warned of the issuance of takedown orders against online sellers who will fail to register their businesses and pay the required withholding tax.

Chinese vessel seen shadowing PCG ship near Panatag Shoal

A China Coast Guard (CCG) ship has been monitored shadowing a Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) ship near Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal as well as following Philippine ships supposedly patrolling the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ), a maritime security expert said yesterday.

Airline terminal reshuffle in order at NAIA

The new operator of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) has identified the terminals where domestic and foreign carriers could operate in preparation for the airline reshuffle.