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Landbank retains status as top GOCC, bags multiple awards for governance

Land Bank of the Philippines was named the top government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC) for the second consecutive year, earning the highest rating for corporate governance in 2023 from the Governance Commission of GOCCs (GCG).

Cultural models

There was this posting on X that revealed \"only 31 percent of American 8th graders are proficient in reading... 30 percent are below basic readers or functionally illiterate. And only 27 percent of 8th graders are proficient in math. Hiring American workers is more difficult because our education system is failing.\"

Higher SSS Contributions Could Impact Pinoys' Disposable Income

The recent increase in Social Security System (SSS) contributions has sparked concerns about its impact on household and business incomes, particularly for lower-income earners and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

DOF Lauds State-Run Banks for Strong Financial Standing

The Department of Finance (DOF) has commended the Land Bank of the Philippines (Landbank) and the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) for maintaining robust financial positions, despite their contributions to the Maharlika Investment Fund.

GSIS allocates P8.6 B for emergency loans

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has set aside nearly P8.6 billion worth of emergency loans for members and pensioners in Luzon affected by various typhoons.

Stocks Kick Off 2025 on Positive Note

The local stock market was off to a good start this year, finishing the first trading session of 2025 in positive territory.

2025 Budget May Fall Short of Social Goals - Think Tank

The Philippines' 2025 national budget may fail to deliver on critical social goals despite President Marcos' promises of improved education, healthcare, and food security, according to New York-based think tank GlobalSource Partners.

NAIA passengers breach 50-M mark, highest on record

The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) attained the 50-million mark in passenger traffic for the first time in history in 2024, a new record high for the country's main gateway.

Factory activity hits 32-month high in Dec

Factory activity in the country ended 2024 on a high note, growing at its quickest pace in over two-and-a-half years, matching its pre-pandemic level, on the back of robust holiday demand.

Converge comes together

The outlook was just a matter of time before Converge lived up to its name and now, the FiberXers are coming together to make a serious push for the PBA Commissioner's Cup playoffs.

TCC Invitational gathers elite field

The ICTSI The Country Club Invitational marks its 20th staging on Jan. 28-31, bringing together the Philippines' top golfing talents in a high-stakes battle at the challenging TCC course in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Alex marches to Canberra semis

Red-hot Alex Eala essayed a 4-6, 6-2, 6-1 comeback win over home bet Taylah Preston to march on to the Final Four of the Workday Canberra International yesterday in Australia.

Nine Months to FIVB Men's World Championship

Preparations shift to the next higher gear as the countdown dwindles to nine months for the Philippines' first-ever solo hosting of the FIVB Men's World Championship (MWCH) 2025.

Overseas prospects

The lure of playing basketball overseas is extremely tempting with high salaries and an expatriate lifestyle on the table.

YULO IS ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

Karl-Anthony Towns scored 31 points and Josh Hart delivered his second straight triple-double to propel the New York Knicks to their ninth straight NBA victory on Wednesday, 119-103 over the Utah Jazz.

South Korea police raid Jeju Air, airport over fatal crash

South Korean police yesterday raided the offices of Jeju Air and the operator of Muan International Airport as part of the probe into the fatal crash of a Boeing 737-800 plane that killed 179 people.

Israeli airstrike kills 10 in southern Gaza, medics say

An Israeli airstrike killed at least 10 Palestinians in a tent encampment sheltering displaced families in the southern Gaza strip early yesterday, medics said.

12 Dead in Montenegro Restaurant Shooting

A gunman killed at least 12 people, including two minors, Wednesday in a village restaurant in southern Montenegro, near the town of Cetinje, the interior minister said.

SoKor's Yoon vows to fight 'until end'

South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol has sent a letter rallying his supporters, saying he would \"fight until the end\" as he faces an attempt by authorities to arrest him over his short-lived Dec. 3 martial law, a lawyer said yesterday.

Lantern workshop makes snakes cute for Lunar New Year

The brightly lit snake lanterns coil from oversized heads that don't fit the usual image of the slithery reptile - they are cute.

Driver flying ISIS flag rams into New Orleans crowd

A US Army veteran fl ying an ISIS fl ag from his truck swerved around makeshift barriers and plowed into New Orleans’ crowded French Quarter on New Year’s Day, killing 15 people in an attack offi cials said may have been carried out with the help of others.

US probing if New Orleans attack, Tesla truck blast linked

US President Joe Biden said law enforcement offi cials were looking for any additional people who may have played a part in the attack in New Orleans that left at least 15 people dead, according to a report in Bloomberg.

Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside ONLY Trump Las Vegas hotel

A Tesla Cybertruck exploded in fl ames outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on Wednesday, killing the driver and injuring seven others, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was investigating whether the blast was an act of terrorism, offi cials said.

Cosmetic surgery aficionado Jocelyne Wildenstein dies at 79

Swiss socialite Jocelyne Wildenstein, also known as \"catwoman\" due to her extensive plastic surgery, has died aged 79, her partner said on Wednesday.

Meghan Returns to IG, Posts New Year's Video

Meghan (in photo), the duchess of Sussex, is starting the new year with her first Instagram account since 2020.

Fiji Probes Alleged Sex Assault of Virgin Australia Crew

Fiji police are investigating allegations of theft and sexual assault on two Virgin Australia crew members in the early hours of New Year's Day, the government said Thursday.

Syria FM Hopes First Visit to Saudi Opens 'New Page'

Syria's top diplomat said he hoped to open a \"new, bright page\" with Saudi Arabia upon arriving in the kingdom Wednesday, the first foreign visit for Syria's new rulers, who seized power last month.

'New law can void SC ruling on municipal waters'

A new law is needed to overrule a decision of the Supreme Court (SC) allowing commercial fishing vessels to fish in municipal waters, according to former agriculture secretary Leonardo Montemayor.

Angat Dam operators asked to delay release of excess water

The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) has asked the National Water Resources Board (NWRB) and the Angat technical working group to allow the elevation in Angat Dam in Bulacan to reach 215 meters before releasing excess water.

Rules on state workers' medical allowance OK'd

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the guidelines for the grant of medical allowance to qualified civilian employees of the government starting this year.