SRA urged to explain sugar export

Merits of exporting 25,300 metric tons of raw sugar to the United States while importing 200,000 MT of refined sugar must be carefully explained by the Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA), according to Negros Occidental 5th District Rep. Emilio Bernardino Yulo III.

Other POGO execs have also left Phl - PAOCC

Aside from the Guo siblings, other top executives of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) have reportedly escaped and left the Philippines, the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) said yesterday.

DOJ, DFA: No official Indonesia request for prisoner swap

There is no official request from Indonesia for swapping Alice Guo with an Australian drug kingpin and long-time fugitive from Jakarta who was arrested in Cebu last May, the Department of Justice (DOJ) said yesterday.

Ombudsman orders ERC chair's 6-month suspension

The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the preventive suspension of Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson Monalisa Dimalanta amid its ongoing investigation of the administrative charges filed against her by consumer group National Association of Electricity Consumers for Reforms Inc. (NASECORE).

2 more LPAs expected within PAR next week

Two tropical cyclones may form or enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) by next week, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said as the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reported 2.1 million Filipinos affected by Tropical Storm Enteng.

Garafil replaces Bello at MECO; broadcaster takes over PCO

Former broadcaster Cesar Chavez is the new secretary of the Presidential Communications Office, with former PCO secretary Cheloy Garafil appointed by President Marcos as the new chief of the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO).

SC: Marcoses have no ownership right over 57-hectare Paoay property

The Marcos family has no ownership right over a 57-hectare property in Paoay town in Ilocos Norte, the Supreme Court (SC) ruled, as it is ill-gotten wealth from an unconstitutional lease by the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr.

Complaint filed vs 12 in onion 'cartel'

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has filed charges against 12 vegetable traders for engaging in anticompetitive agreements in the supply of imported onions.

Ex-mayor's legal team welcomes repatriation

The legal team of dismissed Bamban mayor Alice Guo welcomed her apprehension in Indonesia and her impending repatriation, saying this would allow them to answer allegations and issues lodged against her.

Guo in Phl custody, faces laundering, trafficking raps

Following her arrest in Indonesia, dismissed Bamban mayor Alice Guo was flown back to Manila last night.

Final peace pact with Reds pushed

President Marcos’ peace adviser yesterday cited the need to eradicate conditions that hinder the forging of a final peace pact with the communists.

CA: Protection order for KOJC 'null and void'

The temporary protection order (TPO) granted by a Davao City court to the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) has been nullified by the Court of Appeals.

Lopez-led ecozone holds blood-letting for Red Cross

Lopez-led economic zone developer First Philippine Industrial Park (FPIP) in Tanauan City, Batangas, has concluded another blood-letting activity in support of efforts of the Philippine Red Cross for voluntary or non-remunerated blood from donors.

ODA loan guidelines for Bangsamoro OKd

The guidelines on official development assistance (ODA) loans for funding of various projects in Bangsamoro have been approved, the Department of Finance (DOF) said.

Udenna food unit to unveil new resto concept

Udenna Group’s food arm plans to launch a new restaurant concept in December as the company continues to expand existing brands Conti’s Bakeshop & Restaurant and Wendy’s Philippines.

Phl most at risk in Asean if Trump wins - Nomura

As the US presidential election approaches, the Philippines could face heightened economic and geopolitical risks if former president Donald Trump wins, according to Japanese investment bank Nomura.

Ayala unit expands cold storage network

AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. (ALLHC) is bolstering its cold storage network with the addition of new facility in Cebu.

Market flat ahead of August inflation data

The stock market finished flat ahead of the release of the country's August inflation data.

Meralco hikes stake in SPNEC for P7.5 B

Manila Electric Co. Meralco) of tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan has solidified its control of SP New Energy Corp. SPNEC) with the acquisition of more shares worth P7.5 billion.

Querubin named seventh member of Monetary Board

Former UCPB president Jose Querubin officially joined the Monetary Board (MB) of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, completing the seven-member policymaking arm of the central bank.

Fil-Am tanker delivers first gold for US

Still in search of Paris Paralympic glory, the Philippines is finding solace there is someone with Filipino roots they can draw inspiration from.

Agustin beats Gomez for Malarayat plum

John Paul Agustin Jr. savored victory after three near-misses, including a runnerup finish in his previous outing, as he captured the boys' 13-15 crown in the ICTSI Junior PGT Series 6 at Mount Malarayat Golf and Country Club in Lipa, Batangas yesterday.

LUCKY 9 FOR CREAMLINE

That was the general feeling for Creamline when it claimed its ninth Premier Volleyball League title with a swift, unforgiving 25-15, 25-23, 25-17 pounding of a talented but untested Akari in the Reinforced Conference finale at the packed PhilSports Arena last night.

Hundreds of 'Game of Thrones' props up for auction

After watching eight seasons of the epic saga \"Game of Thrones,\" fans can now enter what may be a competition on par with the battle for the Iron Throne: an auction of prized memorabilia from the HBO series.

Ex-US official spied for China in exchange for duck, Ferrari

A former official who worked as an aide to the governor of New York state was arrested and charged with working as an agent of China in return for millions of dollars, prosecutors said on Tuesday.

Trump: I have plans to end Ukraine war

Donald Trump said Tuesday he has plans that are “guaranteed” to end the deadly war in Ukraine, but will only reveal them if he wins the US presidential election in November.

Russian air attack kills 7 in Ukraine's Lviv

An overnight Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine’s western city of Lviv close to the border with NATO member Poland killed seven people, including three children, local officials said yesterday.

Pope makes appeal vs extremism

Pope Francis appealed yesterday for religious unity to counter extremism and intolerance, as the longest tour of the 87-year-old’s papacy got into full swing in Muslim-majority Indonesia.

US files charges vs Hamas leaders

The United States announced criminal charges on Tuesday against Hamas' top leaders over their roles in planning, supporting and perpetrating the deadly Oct. 7 attack in southern Israel.

Speed up hog vaccination vs ASF, DA urged

Hograisers’ groups yesterday asked the Department of Agriculture (DA) to hasten the vaccination of pigs against African swine fever (ASF) to prevent further losses in the swine industry.