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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.

HSBC sees 6.7% growth for 2026

HSBC Philippines has expressed confidence in the economic trajectory of the Philippines, projecting a robust growth of 6.7 percent in 2026, making the country a \"rising star\" in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region.

DA lifts import ban on poultry products from Michigan

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has lifted its import ban on birds and poultry products from the state of Michigan in the United States.

PCC clears ALI's buyout of Aboitiz Group in Cebu JV

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has cleared Ayala Land Inc. (ALI)'s buyout of the Aboitiz Group's stake in their joint venture in Cebu for P1.81 billion.

Mazda mystique at the Fan Festa 2024

If you've come across car club meets, or even just a bunch of guys with cars of the same brand stopping for coffee and conversation, you'd understand how individuals who share the same affinity towards their rides, would be drawn to converge and just soak in the good vibes.

THE BAIC B60 BEAUMONT IS BOTH DAPPER AND DARING

Filipinos, much like many car browsers around the world, tend to go for crossovers or SUVs.

Driving toward disaster

Measures must be taken if the auto sector were to meet climate goals and help mitigate the climate crisis

THE NEW PORSCHE 911 (992.2): AN ICON ENHANCED

The latest generation Porsche 911 has landed in the Philippines. Featuring refreshed styling, improved aerodynamics, a digitalized interior, and enhanced equipment, it heralds the start of a new era for the iconic sportscar.

ALLHC 9-month income surges on strong revenues

AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. (ALLHC) saw its earnings surge by more than half in the nine months ending September as revenues nearly doubled.

Headless chickens

BBM said the government's response to the victims of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine was not enough. \"It's never enough. I wish we could do more...\" He went on to say that the rainfall from Kristine was almost double that of Ondoy, as he explained why the flood control failed and why they failed to do more.

JFC to take full control of Tim Ho Wan

Asian food conglomerate Jollibee Foods Corp. (JFC) is taking over the management and ownership of Tim Ho Wan.