The Philippine Star - September 24, 2024

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September 24, 2024

Guo negative for TB, stays in regular cell

Dismissed mayor is 44th occupant of Pasig jail cell built for 9

5 mins

Phl underscores importance of UN Pact for Future

The Philippines underscored the importance of a landmark declaration approved by world leaders on Sunday on action guidelines for the international community to resolve global issues.

2 mins

BBM signs Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers into law

President Marcos yesterday signed into law the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers.

1 min

Oust-Chiz rumors swirl in Senate

Barely four months after a Senate leadership change, rumors are circulating of another coup to oust Senate President Francis Escudero.

1 min

Sara no-show at House plenary on OVP budget

Saying she had already said her piece and submitted all the required documents in defending the budget of her office, Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday again snubbed a hearing - this time before the plenary on the OVP's allocation for next year.

4 mins

Galvez urges Filipinos to embrace culture of peace

Presidential peace adviser Carlito Galvez Jr.urged Filipinos yesterday to embrace the culture of peace, as the country observed International Day of Peace.

1 min

Marcos appoints Artes as MMDA chair

President Marcos has appointed Romando Artes as chairman of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority, almost two years after his designation as acting MMDA chief.

1 min

Chinese research ship spotted near Palawan

A Chinese marine research vessel is doing survey work near the southern coast of Palawan, according to a defense and maritime security expert involved in tracking movements of ships in the South China Sea.

3 mins

Expect humid weather - Pagasa

Humid weather is expected to prevail as the southwest monsoon has weakened, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said yesterday.

2 mins

Angara requires early procurement planning in DepEd offices

Following numerous procurement issues flagged by state auditors in previous years, Education Secretary Sonny Angara has enacted a new policy requiring offices within the Department of Education (DepEd) to start procurement planning even before the agency's budget is released.

2 mins

Maynilad plugs 28,000 pipe leaks

West zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc.plugged more than 28,000 pipe leaks in the first half of the year, saving about 198 million liters of water per day.

1 min

'Sara, Leni alliance unlikely'

With differences in their principles, it is unlikely for former president Leni Robredo to forge an alliance with Vice President Sara Duterte, Robredo's former spokesman Barry Gutierrez said yesterday.

1 min

Parañaque mall among world's 'Most Beautiful Emporiums'

Parqal Mall, which was established in Aseana City, Parañaque in 2023, has been named one of the \"World's Most Beautiful Emporiums\" for 2024, placing the Philippines on the global map for architectural excellence.

1 min

Gov't downplays transport strike

The government downplayed the transport strike launched yesterday by two groups, saying the protest would not derail the implementation of the public utility vehicle modernization program (PUVMP).

1 min

Cavitex Sucat segment starts charging toll

The operator of the Manila-Cavite Expressway has started charging toll for the CAVITEX C5 Link Sucat Interchange in Parañaque.

1 min

Gov't asked to cut ASF vaccine approval period

A hog raisers' group yesterday asked the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Bureau of Animal Industry to shorten the period of approving permits for the commercial or emergency use of African swine fever (ASF) vaccine from six months to one month.

1 min

Creation of coconut oil mills in E. Samar sought

Two measures products for domestic and foreign exported $1.12 billion worth of seeking to establish two state-run coconut oil mills and refineries in Eastern Samar have been filed before the House of Representatives.

1 min

RTWPB-Bicol ends 3rd round of wage hike dialogue

Minimum wage earners in Bicol are expected to receive a higher take-home pay after the regional wage board concluded the third public consultation for a salary increase.

1 min

Harris raises $27 M in New York fundraiser

Vice President Kamala Harris raised $27 million at a packed New York City fundraiser on Sunday, her largest fundraising haul since she took over at the top of the ticket from US President Joe Biden, according to a Harris campaign aide.

1 min

Pope cancels audiences due to 'light flu'

Pope Francis, who recently returned from a grueling 12day trip, canceled his public meetings on Monday due to \"light flu symptoms,\" so he could rest ahead of a visit to Belgium this week, the Vatican said.

1 min

Trump says he won't run again if he loses

Former US president Donald Trump said on Sunday that he doesn’t “think” he’d run again for president in 2028 if he falls short in his bid to return to the White House in 2024.

1 min

Iran's Guards ban communication devices after Hezbollah strike'

Iran’s elite Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has ordered all members to stop using any type of communication devices after thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies used by its Hezbollah allies in Lebanon blew up in deadly attacks last week, two senior Iranian security offi cials told Reuters.

1 min

Kate makes first public appearance since completing chemotherapy

Kate, the Princess of Wales (in photo), made her first public appearance on Sunday since she announced she had completed chemotherapy and would return to some public duties.

1 min

Mulaney, Munn welcome second child

Comedian John Mulaney and actor Olivia Munn now have a second child, a daughter named Méi June Mulaney.

1 min

Israel launch extensive airstrikes 835:11-402 vs Hezbollah

Israel unleashed its most widespread wave of air strikes against Hezbollah yesterday and warned Lebanese citizens to evacuate areas where the armed group was storing weapons, moving closer to an all-out war.

1 min

'Active rest' for Suarez

There’s no stopping Charly Suarez’ bandwagon as the newly crowned WBO International super featherweight champion will take a brief “active rest” before returning to the gym.

2 mins

Evangelista, Santor win MOS honors

Evangelista, Santor win MOS honors Junior standouts Aishel Evangelista of Betta Caloocan Swim Team and Patricia Mae Santor emerged the Most Outstanding Swimmers (MOS) in their age groups at the close of the \"Go Full Speedo\" Swim Series Long Course leg 1 Sunday at the Teofilo Yldefonso swimming pool in Malate, Manila.

1 min

Saso rallies to fourth-place finish

Fil-Japanese Yuka Saso sustained her charge in the final push en route to placing fourth but Bianca Pagdanganan lost steam and fell to a final standing of 32nd in the Kroger Queen City Championship Sunday in Maineville, Ohio.

1 min

Cardinals eye piece of lead

Resurgent Mapua shoots for a share of the lead with St. Benilde when it clashes with Lyceum of the Philippines U today in NCAA Season 100 at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.

1 min

Top jungolfers clash in ICTSI match play

After a nationwide campaign under grueling conditions, 63 of the country's top young golfers battle it out in the ICTSI Junior PGT National Match Play Finals from Oct.2-4 at The Country Club in Laguna.

1 min

Pinays Group B champs in Chess Olympiad

BUDAPEST-At 49th place and grasping at straws with two rounds to go, the Philippines prayed for the stars to align.

2 mins

Trillo, staff share Dalupan Trophy

For the first time ever, an entire coaching staff will be recognized with the highest honor during the PBA Press Corps Awards Night.

1 min

Privatization hits snag

Gov't delays bidding for huge hydro plant

2 mins

'Easing global oil prices to pull down inflation'

Easing global oil prices are expected to pave the way for lower inflation and improved external position across Asian economies, with the Philippines and Thailand projected to experience the largest impact on inflation, according to ANZ Research.

1 min

Index zooms past 7,400 mark

The stock market zoomed past the 7,400 mark with ease, with investors carrying over their optimism from last week.

1 min

MPTC spending P14 B for CALAX, CAVITEX works

The Metro Pacific Group expects daily traffic in its southern tollways to increase to 345,000 next year, confident it would complete all of its projects with a P14-billion war chest.

1 min

Peso seen at 55.3: $1 by year-end

Ty-led Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co.(Metrobank) sees the peso appreciating over the next two years, after slumping to a near two-year low in the first half, amid the easing cycle of the US Federal Reserve.

2 mins

Grab names new Phl country head

Ride-hailing leader Grab Philippines has appointed a new chief who would be tasked to steer the company through a narrowing road in the four-wheel market.

1 min

SM's collaboration for social good promotes health, education, jobs

Guided by the vision of serving as catalysts for responsible development in the communities they serve, SM has put corporate social responsibility alongside expansion and sustainability as one of the key drivers of its growth.

2 mins

DOE, PPA to upgrade ports for offshore wind projects

The Department of Energy (DOE) is teaming up with the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) to modernize three priority ports to support offshore wind (OSW) development.

2 mins

Korea developer to help transform New Clark City

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has teamed up with a Korean government agency to exchange knowledge and explore development opportunities in the New Clark City (NCC) in Tarlac.

2 mins

GSIS releases P208 B under enhanced lending program

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has released P208 billion in loans for the first year of its enhanced lending program for state workers.

1 min

Toyota service centers now in South Cotabato, Cebu

Leading automotive firm Toyota Motor Philippines Corp.(TMP) has opened two new service centers in Mindanao and Visayas to cater to more customers in these regions.

1 min

SEC puts up extension office in Koronadal

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reinforced its presence in Mindanao with a new extension office in Koronadal City.

1 min

KMC Startup Awards opens nominations

The spotlight on excellence and innovation in the Philippines' startup ecosystem grows brighter as KMC Solutions, a leading provider of flexible office space solutions, has opened nominations for the second edition of the KMC Startup Awards this year.

1 min

AI, deep tech experts converge in breakthrough Korea summit

The Spain-founded South Summit, a global platform for innovation and entrepreneurship, brings its act for the first time in Asia this week as it hosts in South Korea world experts in artificial intelligence and deep tech.

1 min

Construction projects down in July

Construction projects in the country registered declines both in terms of number and value in July from a year ago, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority.

1 min

DOF partners with Macquarie for investment opportunities

The Department of Finance (DOF) is exploring investment opportunities with global financial services firm Macquarie Group especially for public-private partnerships (PPP) projects.

1 min

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