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Navy confirms Chinese ships near Philippine Rise
The Philippine Navy confirmed yesterday the presence of two Chinese research or survey ships within the country's exclusive economic zone (EEZ) near the Philippine Rise.
House panel probe on agri smuggling set Nov. 12
The quinta committee of the House of Representatives that aims to dismantle the decades-long cartels in the country's agriculture industry will start its investigation on Nov. 12.
AFP creates new intel command to address security challenges
The Armed Forces of the Philippines has created and activated a new AFP Intelligence Command (AIC) tasked to help address what the military referred to as \"evolving security challenges.\"
Lookout bulletin issued vs 7 OVP, DepEd execs
Six officials of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and a former education official have been placed under an immigration lookout bulletin (ILBO).
DepEd launches platform for reporting corruption
The Department of Education (DepEd) has launched a platform where schools and the public can report corruption or irregularities in the agency's bidding and procurement activities.
Trump sweeps to White
Donald Trump has won the US presidential election, media said Wednesday, defeating Kamala Harris in a stunning political comeback that will send shock waves around the world.
US envoy: Elections festival of democracy
As results of America's vote came in, US Ambassador Mary Kay Carlson called the elections on Tuesday a festival of American democratic process where voting is a privilege, but also comes with obligations.
Meralco franchise gets final House nod
The House of Representatives approved yesterday on third and final reading the bill granting Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) another 25 years to operate its franchise.
SUV with '7' plate linked to Gatchalians
The luxury vehicle bearing the Senate protocol plate \"7\" that was flagged down along the EDSA bus lane is a vehicle registered with the Gatchalians, according to the Land Transportation Office (LTO).
Marce to bring torrential rains
State weather forecasters yesterday advised the public to brace for torrential rains and winds as Typhoon Marce is forecast to make landfall over Northern Luzon starting this afternoon.
LTO prints car registration on bond paper
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has resorted to issuing certificates of registration printed on plain bond paper as the National Printing Office (NPO) missed its security paper delivery.
Duterte skipping quad comm probe today
Former president Rodrigo Duterte is not attending today's hearing of the House of Representatives quad committee, which is investigating the alleged extrajudicial killings (EJKs) that transpired during his presidency, his lawyer said yesterday.
Street Boys still 'solid' after 31 years
The eleven guys who made up the original dance group, Street Boys, found it hard to believe that they are reuniting after 31 years.
FINALLY, THE 'OFFICIAL ELY BUENDIA ALBUM' IS READY TO DROP
ELY BUENDIA ADMITTED THERE WAS A STAGE IN HIS LIFE WHERE HE didn't care about what other people say about his musical work, especially after the Eraserheads broke up.
After spending half his career in rom-coms, Hugh Grant now plays monsters
After some difficulties connecting to a Zoom, Hugh Grant eventually opts to just phone instead. \"Sorry about that,\" he apologizes. \"Tech hell.\"
NINA STILL SOULFUL
AFTER ALL THESE YEARS
AC LEGARDA IS NEW PRESIDENT OF SONAK RETAIL GROUP
Industry veteran AC Legarda is the new president of Sonak Retail Group.
ONITSUKA TIGER x VAQUERA: HERITAGE MEETS MODERN REBELLION
For Filipino fashion enthusiasts, the highly anticipated collaboration between Onitsuka Tiger and New York's cutting-edge fashion brand Vaquera brings a refreshing mix of heritage and modern rebellion this 2025 spring/summer Paris fashion week.
SKINCARE FROM KOREAN DERMATOLOGIST TO THE STARS NOW IN THE PHILIPPINES
Carenology95 is a skincare brand that combines two key words—care + knowledge—which sum up the company's thrust into the vast market of beauty, specifically K-Beauty.
A silver Bridgerton-themed celebration for Jofe and Czarina Syquia
Two hundred fifty guests were invited to celebrate the 25th wedding anniversary of well-liked couple renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jofe Syquia, and his wife, Czarina Ablaza, at Santuario de San Antonio in Makati, presided by the groom's brother, Fr. Jocis Syquia, who, incidentally, is well known as the chief exorcist of the Archdiocese of Manila.
NAOMI'S IMPACT ON FASHION
Really? When the Victoria & Albert Museum announced that an exhibit was going to be devoted to Naomi Campbell, the British supermodel from the '90s who has the longest-running career that spans 40 years and counting, not a few eyebrows were raised about the tribute given to a fashion model in the venerable institution that normally features artists, designers and photographers.
UP tops AD Scientific Index 2025
The University of the Philippines (UP) has been recognized as the top institution in the Philippines in the AD Scientific Index 2025.
Office vacancy expected to remain high
Office vacancy rates are expected to remain high due to the total ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) and the implementation of the CREATE MORE Bill, which supports flexible work arrangements and will likely result in more vacant spaces, according to the third-quarter MarketBeat report by Cushman & Wakefield Research.
SMB domestic earnings jump on strong beer sales
Strong beer sales buoyed San Miguel Brewery Inc. (SMB)'s earnings from its domestic operations in the nine months ending September.
IPOPHL offers incentives to boost green technology
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has rolled out an incentive program to encourage the development of green technologies.
Security Bank inks partnership with Globe
Security Bank Corp. and Globe Telecom Inc. have signed a memorandum of agreement to enhance the mobile and banking experience for Globe's postpaid subscribers.
ICTSI floating in cash, profit up double digits
Port operator International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) booked more than $600 million in profit as of September, already breaching last year's total as a result of higher revenue and new projects.
IC wants hands off on HMOs
The health maintenance organization (HMO) sector may have to be passed around again as the Insurance Commission (IC) is seeking other agencies to handle the sector nearly 10 years after it was placed under its jurisdiction.
First Islamic insurance in Phl to bridge social protection gap
The government has issued the first Takaful or Islamic insurance license in the country amid the need to bridge the gap in social protection and offer a more affordable option to Muslim and non-Muslim Filipinos.
Gov't to start Mindanao fiber project
The government will begin building the final phases of the National Fiber Backbone (NFB) next year to improve internet speed in Mindanao before President Marcos steps down in 2028.