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Bacolod B shares Interclub limelight

Bacolod Team B failed to make history but consoled itself by ruling the Founders division of the Philippine Airlines Senior Interclub at Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club last Thursday.

Banking for all: A Filipino story

The Philippine banking industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years, shifting from the traditional, labor-intensive practices of past decades to a digitally driven system that aims to make financial services more accessible to all.

Marcos to LGUs, agencies: Work together

President Marcos has ordered local government units to collaborate closely with national agencies to ensure the swift implementation of infrastructure projects that will benefit their constituents.

Sy family enters Asia's top 20 wealthiest

The Sy family, the power behind the conglomerate SM Investments Corp., has been named as among the 20 wealthiest families in Asia for 2025.

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Fuel price hike looms next week

Following recent slight reductions, fuel prices are expected to increase in the coming week due to persistent tensions abroad.

Taiwan's Lantern Festival Generates Nearly 2M Tourists

The Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) on Friday said the lantern festival being conducted in this city generated almost two million local and foreign tourists.

LRT-2's second Antipolo extension plan progressing

The government is close to firming up a feasibility study for its plan to further extend the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) to the east.

Damosa Land secures funding for coconut milk facility

Mindanao-based real estate and agro-industrial developer Damosa Land has secured a multi-million funding from the Thai Coconut Public Company Ltd. (COCOCO) for the development of a coconut milk production facility in Davao del Norte.

Phl banks post record profit in 2024

Philippine banks bolstered their earnings by 9.8 percent to hit an all-time high of P391.28 billion in 2024 from P356.49 billion in 2023 on the back of higher interest income.

P1.4-B smuggled luxury cars seized in Pasay, Parañaque raids

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) raided two car shops allegedly selling smuggled luxury vehicles online – including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maybach and Maserati – worth an estimated P1.4 billion yesterday.

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Manila archbishop urges faithful to join Walk for Life

Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula urged the faithful to join the annual pro-life event \"Walk for Life\" set for Feb. 23.

Ukraine will not be sidelined in peace talks with Russia

President Donald Trump on Thursday offered reassurances that Ukraine would be involved in negotiations to end the war with Russia, a day after his remarks left that prospect in doubt and alarmed officials in Kyiv and Ukraine's European allies that they would be left out of peace talks.

Rody jokes about killing 15 senators

Former president Rodrigo Duterte joked about killing 15 senators to ensure the victory of Partido Demokratiko PilipinoLakas ng Bayan’s senatorial slate during the PDPLaban’s proclamation rally Thursday night.

More RE certificates expected this year — IEMOP

The Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP) is expecting a surge in renewable energy certificates (RECs) being traded this year, driven by the launch of more RE facilities.

Korean Rules ICTSI Ladies Masters

Kim Kayoung of South Korea saved her best for last, shooting four birdies in the final round to cap a fiery comeback and snatch the coveted crown in the ICTSI WWL Philippine Ladies Masters yesterday at The Country Club in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Senate as Impeachment Court

Ten days ago, Feb. 5, at around 5:50 p.m., minutes before session adjourned, the Senate formally received the Articles of Impeachment against Vice President Inday Sara Duterte from the House of Representatives. Feb. 5, for the information of our dear readers, was the last day of session for both houses of Congress.

BSP Still on Easing Cycle - Remolona

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas remains on an easing trajectory but opted to pause rate cuts for now as it grapples with heightened global uncertainty, BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr. said.

4 Couple-Detainees Wed at Baguio Jail

Four couples deprived of liberty tied the knot in a simple ceremony at the Baguio City Jail yesterday.

Barako Fest a 'celebration of everything and anything Batangueño'

The ongoing Barako Fest 2025 in the city of Lipa, Batangas is more than just a celebration of the province's rich culture and tradition.

DTI Launches Safeguard Probe on Paper Imports

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is set to start a probe to determine if safeguard measures should be imposed on imports of paper products or corrugating medium.

3 Weather Systems to Bring Rains Across Phl

A combination of three weather systems is currently bringing rains to large parts of the country, with residents advised to remain alert for possible flooding and landslides, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

Stocks slip, peso rebounds to 57:$1 level

The local market snapped a two-day winning streak after the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) unexpectedly kept key policy rates unchanged on Thursday.

29 Repatriated OFWs From Israel Arrive

Twenty-nine overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Israel who availed themselves of the government's repatriation program are now back in the Philippines, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said.

Warriors Shoot Down Rockets

Golden State star Stephen Curry scored 27 points to lead the Warriors in a 105-98 victory over the Rockets Thursday.

Vatican Says Palestinians Must 'Stay on Their Land'

A top Vatican official on Thursday rejected US President Donald Trump's proposal to move Palestinians from Gaza, saying \"the Palestinian population must remain on its land.\"

Sara betrayed the public trust

Betrayal of public trust. That plainly is the crime, in sum, of Sara Z. Duterte, who will be 46 this May 31. As vice president and as the secretary of the Department of Education from July 1, 2022 to June 24, 2024, she committed acts that are impeachable.

DJ-influencer charges fiancé before NBI

Disc jockey and influencer Jellie Aw charged her fiancé Jam Ignacio yesterday with assault before the National Bureau of Investigation.

Candidates take Valentine break

The Senate slate of President Marcos took a break yesterday from campaigning to spend Valentine's Day with families or partners.