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"PH IS A LIGHTHOUSE TO THE WORLD"
The Philippines' disaster risk reduction efforts are lauded at the recently held Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction 2024
SHOWBIZ INDUSTRY RALLIES BEHIND KATHDEN'S ‘HELLO, LOVE, AGAIN'
LET'S FACE IT. WE MAY BE AT THE LAST FRONTIER of traditional entertainment and media, and it is crucial now more than ever to gather the troops and be one in pushing high quality entertainment and content by Filipinos to the world. With the ever-changing landscape of how audiences consume entertainment, we have to move as one. It is already beautiful to see the media juggernauts ABS-CBN via Star Cinema and GMA Pictures collaborate again with two of today's brightest stars — Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards — for the sequel to the massive box-office hit \"Hello, Love, Goodbye.\"
"'SHY' ARTHUR NERY FINDS CONFIDENCE THROUGH HIS FANS
Arthur Nery is now stepping into his own with more assurance and stage presence, thanks to his fans and personal growth as an artist. The R&B and soul singer-songwriter from Cagayan de Oro shares that his early days in the music industry were marked by self-doubt. However, as he met more people and performed at more gigs, Arthur learned to loosen up and adapt to the music scene. This new level of confidence will be on full display at his upcoming solo concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Oct. 25. This follows his sold-out show at the New Frontier Theater in 2022.
Christopher Reeve's kids wanted to be 'honest, raw and vulnerable' in documentary 'Super/Man'
Christopher Reeve's children say they made a point to include all the complexities of their father's life — his strengths and weaknesses — in the new documentary \"Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story\" — because that's what he would have wanted.
"'Completely devastated': One Direction members share heartbreaking statements on Liam Payne's death"
Former One Direction members poured their hearts out as they grieved the loss of their beloved \"brother\" and fellow bandmate Liam Payne.
OF CHAMPAGNE, LAUGHTER AND LUXURY
Joel Rama Del Prado, alongside his wife Carla, celebrated his 50th birthday in grand fashion at Chef Alain Bistrot Brasserie, Taguig City where family and friends gathered for an unforgettable afternoon of joy and laughter.
RECOVERING OUR MEMORY OF THE SEA
I’ve often remarked, in academic conferences, about the glaring absence of the sea in our mainstream and modern literature, beyond serving as a decorative backdrop or romantic element.
Viral misinformation
We were deeply saddened by the news that ABS-CBN Corp. had let go of around 100 employees, or about three percent of its workforce, due to declining ad revenues.
Alternergy eyeing REIT listing
Alternergy Holdings Corp. is consolidating its land assets with a recently acquired land holding firm, setting the stage for a potential real estate investment trust (REIT) listing.
Australia allocates P20 B for Phl dev't goals
The Australian government is providing P20 billion worth of funding assistance to the Philippines over the next five years to support the country's development goals.
PBCom shortens offer for first bond issuance
The Philippine Bank of Communications (PBCom) has cut short the offer period for its maiden bond issuance amid strong investor interest.
A bad statement to make
A guy goes to the doctor, and the doctor tells him, \"I have some very bad news for you. I'm afraid that you're afflicted with a fatal and incurable disease.\" So, the guy asks, “Well, isn't there anything I can do, doc?\" \"Hmmm... maybe you should go to a spa and start taking daily mud baths,\" the doctor tells the patient. \"Mud baths? Will that help me, doc?\" \"Probably not... but at least you'll get used to being covered in dirt!\" Now, that obviously is a bad statement to make. The doctor in this story is either insensitive or seriously lacking in communication skills. But things like this happen so often in the workplace.
PEZA, PNOC to develop self-generating industrial park
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) and the Philippine National Oil Co. (PNOC) have teamed up to delve into the development of a self-generating industrial park (SGIP).
RLC sells shares in REIT for P1.9 B
Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC) has raised P1.87 billion from the overnight block placement of its shares in its real estate investment trust (REIT) unit.
Education beyond the classroom: Teachers learn fin lit lessons in session organized by BDO Foundation
A teacher's influence extends beyond the four walls of the classroom. Recognizing the role of teachers in guiding the youth, the Department of Education (DepEd) and BDO Foundation organized a financial literacy session for the benefit of 20 teachers from Naga, 20 teachers from Iriga, and 60 teachers and nonteaching personnel from Camarines Sur in commemoration of this year's National Teachers' Month. This was hosted by Schools Division Office - Camarines Sur.
Stocks eke out modest gains on strong Q3 earnings
The local stock market has ended the week on a high note by halting its two-day slide, staying in the 7,400 level on optimism that companies would report higher profits in the third quarter.
Mitsubishi buying 6.5% stake in GCash for P18.4 B
Japanese multinational Mitsubishi Corp. is spending P18.4 billion to acquire a 6.5-percent stake in e-wallet giant GCash from conglomerate Ayala Corp.
Inflation expected to hover at 2% level
FOR THE REST OF 2024 | Headline inflation is expected to remain stable and settle within the two percent level, at least for the last three months of the year, giving the central bank more room to continue its policy easing.
TNT MARCHES INTO FINALS
Back to the Last Dance and ready to take on their final challenger to the PBA Governors' Cup crown.
Alcaraz 'little bit sad' beating Nadal
Rafael Nadal admitted his fitness level was well off the tour's top players after falling Thursday in straight sets to fellow Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz, who described the exhibition match as \"a little bit sad.\"
Standhardinger, Dyip in talks
Terrafirma center-forward Christian Standhardinger is in the middle of talks with Dyip management regarding his future in the PBA and what to do next when his contract expires on Dec. 31 is still up in the air.
Dodgers take huge 3-1 lead over Mets
The Los Angeles Dodgers grabbed a 3-1 lead over the New York Mets in the National League Championship Series with a 10-2 blowout triumph as Shohei Ohtani homered and scored four times while Mookie Betts drove in four runs on four hits, including a homer.
Kawit opens door to EVO Run
The EVO City Front Act Run fires off tomorrow in Kawit, Cavite, setting the stage for an exciting preview of next month's much-anticipated Rock 'n' Roll Manila Running Series.
Team Asia in control
Filipino Carlo Biado gave Team Europe a grim reminder of how powerful Team Asia is Thursday night when he teamed up with Singaporean Aloysius Yapp in bringing down Eklent Kaci and Jason Shaw, 5-3, that gave the former a 9-3 lead in the inaugural Asia Cup at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
CSB catches bus to playoffs
St. Benilde took care of business against San Sebastian College-Recoletos, 25-19, 25-18, 25-20, to catch the last playoffs bus in the Shakey's Super League Collegiate Pre-Season Championship yesterday at Rizal Memorial Coliseum.
Jaraula steals show in Iloilo
Reymon Jaraula stormed past his rivals early then fended off Angelo Que's late surge en route to closing-round 68 and a one-stroke victory in the ICTSI Bacolod Golf Challenge here on Friday.
Proud and Filipino
The sneaker industry is extremely competitive. Foreign brands have staked a claim on the higher end of the sports consumer market. Roughly four decades ago, local brands made a run at their chunk of the spectrum, boldly appearing on the broadcasts of the PBA games. Sadly, those brands are now defunct, and have been relegated to collector's items in the dustbins of history.
Cardinals break Knights defense
Mapua found a way to neutralize Letran's full-court press as it hammered out an emphatic 86-78 victory yesterday and stayed at No. 2 in NCAA Season 100 at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.
Taiwan: Defense of sovereignty 'will not change'
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te insisted yesterday that the island's determination to defend its sovereignty \"will not change,\" as he praised troops and coast guard personnel for their response to China's latest military drills.
Sinwar killing spurs Gaza hostage hopes, fears
The killing on Thursday of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar spurred renewed calls for the release of scores of Israelis held hostage by the Palestinian militant group in Gaza.