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GILAS NOT TAKING HK LIGHTLY

Every step in this long journey is important for Gilas Pilipinas.

Defense does it vs Kiwis

Neither New Zealand coach Judd Flavel nor star guard Corey Webster would admit it but what led to Gilas’ first-ever win over the Kiwis in the second FIBA Asia Cup qualifying window at the MOA Arena last Thursday was defense.

Queen Camilla to miss annual show due to illness

Britain's Queen Camilla (in photo) pulled out of one of the royals' most high-profile annual events on Friday night as she continues to experience the effects of a chest infection that she suffered earlier this month, a Buckingham Palace spokesperson said.

Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande cut a 'Wicked' swath worldwide

In \"Wicked,\" Elphaba and Glinda travel from Shiz University to the Emerald City on a glistening green train to meet the wizard.

WHO keeps mpox at highest alert level

The World Health Organization said on Friday it had decided to keep its alert for the mpox epidemic at the highest level, as the number of cases and countries affected rises.

Wealthy countries back raising COP29 climate deal to $300 B

The European Union, United States and other wealthy countries at the COP29 climate summit have agreed to raise their offer of a global finance target to $300 billion per year by 2035, sources told Reuters on Saturday.

Trump names billionaire Scott Bessent as Treasury chief

WASHINGTON (AFP)-US President-elect Donald Trump on Friday named billionaire Scott Bessent as his Treasury secretary, choosing the hedge fund manager to help execute an agenda promising tax cuts and tariffs.

Russia to keep testing new missile in combat

President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that Russia would keep testing its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile in combat and had a stock ready for use, while Ukraine said it was already at work to develop air systems to counter the weapon.

Powerful Israeli airstrike shakes Beirut

BEIRUT (Reuters) - A powerful airstrike killed at least four people in central Beirut early yesterday, the health ministry said, shaking the Lebanese capital as Israel pressed its offensive against the Iran-backed Hezbollah group.

DHSUD distributes assistance to typhoon victims in Albay, Catanduanes

The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) distributed unconditional cash assistance and shelter repair materials to typhoon-affected families in Albay and Catanduanes provinces.

Regional party leader wants BARMM parliamentary poll in May

A leader of a political party in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao said BARMM's first parliamentary elections in May next year must proceed as scheduled.

Asia-Pacific sustainable dev't: Baguio ranks 2nd

Baguio City bested 350 competitors in the Asia-Pacific region, placing second in the 3rd CityNet United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) City Awards for sustainable development goals or SDG.

Typhoons caused P800-M damage to infra - DPWH

The damage caused by tropical storms Nika, Ofel and Pepito to public infrastructure reached over P800 million, the Department of Public Works and Highways said yesterday.

DOH records 80% hike in dengue cases

The Department of Health (DOH) has recorded an increase of over 80 percent in dengue cases in the country.

Why I am so grateful this Thanksgiving

IMMIGRATION CORNER

How much to save the world?

BEST PRACTICES

Ending gender-based violence: Ngayon na ang oras!

LETTER FROM AUSTRALIA

An aging and shrinking population

BREAKTHROUGH

Eyes Wide Open

Filipinos woke up yesterday to yet another drama that unfolded in this nation of 120 million.

Pro bono legal services

Every three years, lawyers in this country must now render 60 hours of legal service for free to indigent folks.

The very real threat of a nuclear war

BABE'S EYE VIEW FROM WASHINGTON, D.C.

Gov't urged to expand coverage of biggest scholarship program

The government needs to expand the coverage of its biggest scholarship program to help thin out overcrowded public schools, a group of Christian denomination-run private schools said over the weekend.

Manhunt underway for killer of woman, son in Valenzuela

Police have launched a manhunt for a man who killed a 43-year-old woman and her six-year-old son in Valenzuela City last Tuesday.

MMDA to review earthquake response policy

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is planning to update its nearly decade-old policy in responding to a powerful earthquake that could shake Metro Manila.

Expect surge in investment scams CICC

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center CICC) has warned the public about an expected surge in investment scams in the country after receiving 14 complaints of cryptocurrency and dollar scams beginning last week.

P13.6-M shabu seized by PDEA in Las Piñas, Manila

Anti-narcotics agents confiscated two kilos of shabu worth about P13.6 million in two drug stings in Las Piñas and Manila last Friday.

SAFE SPACE, SAFE JOURNEY: MY HAPPY EXPERIENCE WITH JOYRIDE'S SUPER TAXI

We tried JoyRide newest Hatid Airport Super Taxi service. Here’s what happened.

DSWD: No politics in ayuda programs

Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian yesterday assured the public that the two financial aid or ayuda programs of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) are not being used for political gains.

Lawyer Nilo Divina shines bright at 2024 Stevie Awards

As the year draws to a close, the Philippines celebrates the achievements of one of its most distinguished legal minds - lawyer Nilo Divina.

DFA chief meets Pope Francis

Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo had a rare chance to meet with Pope Francis in Vatican City on Friday.