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Online consultation system vs mpox eyed - DOH
The Department of Health (DOH) is looking at operating an online consultation system for mpox patients nationwide.
Chinese vessels ram Phl ship near Escoda
China Coast Guard CCG) vessels yesterday rammed and fired water cannons at the BRP Datu Sanday near Escoda Shoal.
Fishers' group releases own book, 'The traitor president'
The fishers' group Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (Pamalakaya) yesterday released its own short story titled \"Ang Taksil na Pangulo\" - a parody of the controversial \"Isang Kaibigan\" children's book of Vice President Sara Duterte.
Vilma Santos may run again as Batangas gov
Actress-turned politician Vilma Santos-Recto is 80 percent sure of running as governor of Batangas in next year’s mid-term election, Finance Secretary Ralph Recto revealed.
Gov't workers get freebies, discounts in September
Government workers, including those who have already retired, are entitled to freebies and special discounts in September as part of the month-long celebration of the 124th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA).
House rolls out Bagong Pilipinas service fair
The House of Representatives yesterday rolled out the Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair (BPSF), the country’s biggest service and convergence caravan, in Batangas with P563 million worth of government services and financial aid to over 60,000 citizens of the province.
Christian Bautista to embark on 13-city concert tour across Japan
Asia’s Romantic Balladeer, Christian Bautista, is set to captivate audiences across Japan in a 13-city concert tour titled “Asian Pops 2024.”
'LAVENDER FIELDS' STARS OPEN UP ABOUT FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS
THE LEAD STARS OF THE upcoming series “Lavender Fields” recently opened up about their family relationships — their parents in particular — revealing the extent of their influence on their lives and careers.
Maybank opens Islamic banking unit in Zamboanga
Maybank Philippines Inc., a member of the Maybank Group, has inaugurated its first Islamic banking unit in Zamboanga, marking a significant step in expanding the bank’s portfolio of inclusive financial solutions.
'Phl a great market for Citi'
Amid strong growth story, favorable market conditions
US hopes to ship more poultry products to Phl
American poultry exporters hope to reverse the contraction in their shipments to the Philippines this year, banking on the country’s growing demand for meat products for retail and processing use.
Sho-time in LA: Fastest 40-40 man
Shohei Ohtani is baseball’s fastest 40-40 man.
CIGNAL FOILS CAPITAL1, ENTERS SEMIS
Cignal survived Russian destroyer Marina Tushova’s record-breaking performance as it turned back a stubborn Capital1 Solar, 25-19, 36-34, 16-25, 22-25, 15-12, last night and claimed the first semifinal slot in the Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.
Rain or Shine gives Brownlee cold welcome
Barangay Ginebra sought to roll out the red carpet for comebacking import Justin Brownlee with a victory. But Rain or Shine had an entirely different plan.
BTS' Suga 'very sorry' over drunk e-scooter driving
K-pop megagroup BTS member Suga (in photo) on Friday arrived at a South Korean police station for questioning, telling reporters he was \"very sorry\" for driving an electric scooter while drunk.
Meta blocks Iran-linked hackers on WhatsApp, warns US campaigns
Meta on Friday said it had warned US presidential campaigns to be wary after it discovered an Iran-linked hacking attempt using the WhatsApp messaging service.
Justin, Hailey Bieber welcome baby boy, Jack Blues
Justin Bieber, who rose to international stardom in 2010 with his hit “Baby,” has welcomed one of his own with his wife, Hailey Bieber (nee Baldwin).
3 dead in knife attack at German festival
German police yesterday extended a major manhunt after a man stabbed to death three persons and wounded eight others at a street festival in the city of Solingen.
Biden announces new $125-M military aid for Kyiv
US President Joe Biden on Friday spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and announced a new round of military aid for Kyiv that the Pentagon valued at $125 million.
RFK Jr. ends presidential bid, endorses Trump
Independent US presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. abandoned his campaign on Friday and endorsed Republican former president Donald Trump, ending a run that he began as a Democrat trading on one of the most famous names in American politics.
FPJ Panday helps San Carlos fire victims
The FPJ Panday Bayanihan provided financial assistance to the victims of a fire that gutted the old public market, one of the province’s two major markets, on Thursday.
Masbate gov, 9 others charged for plunder
Two radio reporters in Masbate province filed a complaint for plunder against Gov. Antonio Kho and nine other officials for the alleged anomalous awarding of contracts for three road rehabilitation projects worth P99.8 million in 2022.
Villar files bill extending validity of vehicle registration
Las Piñas Rep. Camille Villar has filed a bill seeking an extension of the validity of the original and renewed registration of motor vehicles.
Gov't going after Laos cyber scam hub recruiters
The government has launched an investigation on the recruitment of 82 Filipinos who ended up working fora company involved in cyber scam operations in Laos, the Department of Migrant Workers DWM) said yesterday.
'Private school scholarship program needs to be expanded'
The government needs to include preschool and elementary students in the Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education (GASTPE) to thin out overcrowded public schools, the Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC) said over the weekend.
Tingog lawmaker leads Tacloban welcome for Aira
A festive and heartwarming celebration welcomed the arrival of Pinay boxer Aira Villegas, the 2024 Olympics bronze medalist in the 57kg women’s boxing category, at the People’s Center in Tacloban City on Friday.
GCM: A legacy of faith and vision
Aug. 5, 1984 marked a significant milestone for Gospel Church of Manila (GCM) as it held its first Sunday worship service during a time of national unrest and economic instability.
Fugitive outfit of the day: Fake or fortune
The STAR yesterday ran a blow-up photo on its front page of fugitive fashionista Alice Guo from her Facebook page on June 9, 2023 – but the arithmetic behind it is even more revealing.
UP professor notes errors in VP Sara's 'Isang Kaibigan'
University of the Philippines Sentro ng Wikang Filipino (SWF) director Jayson Petras has noted some factual inconsistencies and grammatical errors in the children’s book “Isang Kaibigan,” authored by Vice President Sara Duterte, which could have been prevented had the book undergone peer review and editing.
PAOCC: Guo trying to sneak into Golden Triangle
Dismissed Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo is attempting to sneak into the Golden Triangle in mainland Asia to evade arrest, the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) said yesterday.