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DBM praises BBM on rice assistance
Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah Pangandaman has commended President Marcos for issuing Administrative Order 26, authorizing the one-time grant of rice assistance to all military and other uniformed personnel (MUP).
PNP: Quiboloy completes tests at Heart Center; results pending
The Philippine National Police (PNP) said yesterday detained religious leader Apollo Quiboloy has completed a series of medical tests at the Philippine Heart Center.
Royina Garma held in US, to be deported
Retired police colonel and former Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) general manager Royina Garma has been held in the United States and will face deportation, according to the Department of Justice.
Typhoon fatigue taking toll on rescuers, repeat evacuees
With six tropical cyclones hitting the country in just five weeks, \"typhoon fatigue\" is starting to take a toll on disaster response and rescue personnel and victims who have been in and out of evacuation centers, according to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD).
BBM: Phl-US ties won't change under Trump
President Marcos is optimistic of the unshakeable alliance between the Philippines and the US under the administration of president-elect Donald Trump.
Electricity rates up this month
The eight million customers of power distributor Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) should brace for higher rates this month as generation costs rose due to increased demand and peso depreciation.
24 more Senate aspirants tagged as nuisance bets
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has declared 24 more candidates as nuisance, preventing them from running for senator in the May 2025 midterm polls.
Quad comm resets hearing on EJK, drug war
A hearing by the quad committee of the House of Representatives scheduled for today and to which former president Rodrigo Duterte had unofficially confirmed his attendance has been canceled.
AND SO TO BED - AND BETTER SLEEP — AT IKEA
It's not every day that one gets invited to spend the night—or sleep over—at Ikea in Pasay City, the world's largest Ikea store.
Reyes polishes game in US
Tiffany Anne Ablan Reyes is in the US pursuing a college scholarship and, equally as precious, get betterif not the best - in the sport she and her family loves, basketball.
New frequency, new challenge for True FM team
The move to a new frequency is undoubtedly a new challenge for the team of True FM, which recently left its old home, 92.3 and transferred to the new one, 105.9, occupying the far right end frequency on the FM band.
KEEPING UP WITH GEN ZZZZZ
For many Filipinos, a good siesta serves as a coping mechanism that may also enhance productivity at work or at play. And if anyone asks why you're idling in the middle of the day, just tell them: 'I'm working on my dream job'
WHEN IN ROAM
Globe's GoRoam redefines the travel experience with a portfolio of first-to-market data roaming offers that provide stable, affordable, and reliable connectivity while you're overseas either for work or leisure.
A new way to refresh commuters
Through its partnership with PCX Markets (PCX), Perfetti Van Melle Philippines has transformed over 1,000 kg. of plastic waste into 100 Mentos benches, distributed to bus terminals nationwide.
Deeper and deeper
This is the second in a two-part series on the recent \"Digging Deeper: A Mining Philippines Policy Forum\" held at Westin Manila by the Chamber of Mines of the Philippines (COMP).
Old New
When he sits down on his radio show, Dr. Love cannot be a hypocrite.
It's destiny
As it is many times in love, the presidency is destiny. The results of the recently concluded presidential elections in the United States could have gone either way.
Beyoncé Tops Grammy noms
Beyoncé is queen of the Grammys. Well, the coronation is set to take place on Feb. 2 yet, at the 2025 Grammy Awards which will take place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
MONDO fuses folk, blues and rock influences in new music
The indie band MONDO promises a night of folk, rock and blues energy at their forthcoming gig on Nov. 16 at the Saguijo Cafe & Bar in Makati City.
CAN CHELSEA MANALO'S CALM AND COLLECTED CAMPAIGN BRING MISS U CROWN?
DAYS FROM NOW, SPECIFICALLY ON NOV. 17 AT 9 A.M., Philippine time, the Miss Universe Organization (MUO) will have its new queen.
Phl to export more coconut oil to Australia
The Philippines plans to ship an additional 30,000 metric tons of high-quality coconut oil annually to Australia in line with efforts to cater to growing demand from Australian industries and consumers.
Razon scores Maersk over delay in African port privatization
Ports tycoon Enrique Razon Jr. has scored logistics giant AP Moller-Maersk for allegedly trying to control South Africa's shipping industry by delaying the privatization of the Port of Durban.
Understanding social media algorithms
Social media has become one of the most important tools in brand building and reputation management—transforming this platform from being used only for casual interactions into becoming a critical tool for business communication and public relations.
First Gen earnings down in 9 months
First Gen Corp. of the Lopez Group saw its earnings decline from January to September this year, mainly due to weaker contributions from its renewable energy (RE) business.
JTI launches Ploom in Phl
Japan Tobacco International (JTI) expands its portfolio of products available in the Philippines with Ploom, its innovative heated tobacco product.
Globe to keep on trimming budget
Telco giant Globe Telecom Inc. is preparing to slash its capital expenditures in 2025 to below $1 billion, in line with its strategy to improve financial standing and maximize existing assets.
SM Prime profit up 12% to P33.9 B
SM Prime Holdings Inc. registered a double-digit earnings growth in the nine months ending September, putting the company on track for another banner year.
DoubleDragon kicks off P10-B bond offer
DoubleDragon Corp., the listed developer chaired by Edgar \"Injap\" Sia II, has commenced its retail bond offering which has been priced at eight percent per annum.
One percent improvement by everyone, every day
We live in two different worlds: One is where few people live trying to see the invisible and make sense of it. The other is where we see many visible things and yet we ignore them because they are too trivial. Thus, we apply different standards to these two worlds.
PLDT, Smart commended for free routing of 911 calls
Advanced technology from PLDT and its mobile unit Smart Telecommunications enabled the seamless routing of 911 calls to the activated Local Command Centers in Morong, Rizal; Alaminos City, Pangasinan; and Cagayan De Oro City in October, moving closer to the target of a unified and integrated 911 emergency response system across the country.