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BBM to DepEd: Continue improving quality of education

President Marcos yesterday ordered the Department of Education (DepEd) to continue enhancing the quality of education in the country as the government continues to address key issues in the sector, including the poor performance of Filipino students in recent global assessments.

'Duterte boys' Bong Go, Bato file COC for reelection

Three allies of former president Rodrigo Duterte yesterday made their senatorial bid official by filing their certificate of candidacy (COC) for the May 2025 race.

Signal 1 in Batanes as Julian reenters PAR

Typhoon Julian reentered the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) yesterday but will no longer have any direct effect on the country, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysition (PAGASA).

South Korean president to visit Phl on Oct. 6-7

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol will undertake a two-day state visit to the Philippines beginning Sunday upon the invitation of President Marcos, South Korean Ambassador Lee Sang-hwa announced yesterday.

BINI's 'Born to Win' docu chronicles girl group's struggles and rise to stardom

Mikha, Colet, Maloi and Jhoanna of the P-pop girl group BINI got emotional after watching their docuseries, \"Chapter 1: Born to Win.

THIRD-GENERATION NIEVERA IN MARTIN'S 42ND ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

THERE WERE undoubtedly thrilling, exciting, funny, surprising and memorable moments when Concert King Martin Nievera staged his major concert, \"The King 4Ever,\" Friday night at the Araneta Coliseum.

SPICES, TEARS AND CHEERS

People gather together around a table of food for many reasons.

EMPOWER YOUR LIFESTYLE WITH THE CHINABANK VELVET VISA SIGNATURE

In a significant move towards improving financial services and expanding market reach, Chinabank and Visa have officially entered into a strategic partnership marking the beginning of a promising collaboration aimed at leveraging each company's strengths to deliver innovative banking solutions.

A CULINARY ADVENTURE AT 22 GRAMS

I got to 22 Grams in Poblacion, Makati and was a bit apprehensive to enter as it looked like a place for cakes and desserts.

Gov't to lose P10 B from vape smuggling

Lost revenues from the continued smuggling and illegal selling of vape products will likely double to P10 billion this year as misdeclaration worsens.

After parking, new NAIA operator hikes airline fees

After first hiking parking rates, the new operator of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) has this time started charging airlines higher takeoff and landing fees, a cost hike that could push airfares up.

Foreign competition to perk up domestic shipping

It has finally happened.

Power stability, WESM and cheap electricity

Three of several important energy development in the country recently are related to our energy security, distribution continuity, and power stability.

First end-of-life vehicle dismantling facility launched

The country's first end-oflife (ELV) vehicle dismantling facility has been launched in Pampanga with support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) as part of the push for responsible management of waste in the automotive industry.

Lopez-led EDC sets expansion in Indonesia

Lopez-led Energy Development Corp.(EDC) is looking to establish a foothold in Indonesia as it plans to invest roughly $456 million to develop two greenfield geothermal projects.

Joey Salceda: Senior citizens' champion

Congressman Joey Salceda may be serving his final term, but the lasting impact he has made as a lawmaker in the House of Representatives will be remembered as nothing short of legendary.

Stocks up amid rising Middle East tensions

The local stock market held its ground yesterday amid concerns over rising tensions in the Middle East, finishing higher for a second straight session.

AI slowly taking over IT-BPM sector in Phl

Over 60 percent of information technology-business process management (IT-BPM) firms in the country are already using artificial intelligence (AI) in their operations, but only eight percent have reported a decline in the workforce due to the use of the new technology, according to the Information Technology and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP).

Large BSP rate cuts loom - BMI

Following the country's first rate cut in August, BMI Country Risk & Industry Research expects the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to slash policy rates further by 50 basis points in October and another 25 basis points in December.

Digital services now subject to VAT

Gov't sees P102-B tax take in 5 years

MAROONS: THE UNTOUCHABLES

Still untouched, still unmatched.

Mapua gets past Arellano

Clint Escamis went from zero to hero as he helped power Mapua to a 77-71 victory over a stubborn Arellano University yesterday that kept them comfortably at second spot in NCAA Season 100 at the Filoil EcoOil Arena.

Yulo joins Philippine Navy

Paris Olympics two-gold winner Carlos Yulo is now a reservist of the Philippine Navy holding a rank of Petty Officer 1st Class (POI).

Tamayo, Manhit are top seeds

Brittany Tamayo and Race Manhit posted impressive one-under-par 71s in challenging conditions at The Country Club in Sta.

Suarez to fight for world crown at home?

With a heavyweight backer, Charly Suarez could finally become a world champion and do it on home soil.

Two semis slots still up for grabs

Two in, two more to go.

World Boxing moves closer to IOC nod

It's an early rise for ABAP chairman Ricky Vargas as he attends a World Boxing Executive Board meeting by zoom at four this morning (Manila time) with the prospect of gaining IOC recognition coming close to reality.

China's coast guard enters Arctic for first time

MOSCOW (Reuters) - A Chinese coast guard fleet has entered the Arctic sea for the first time, for a joint patrol with Russian counterparts, state media reported yesterday.

Vietnamese fishers attacked in SCS by China-flagged ships

HANOI (AFP) - Ten Vietnamese fishermen were violently robbed in the disputed South China Sea, state media reported yesterday, with an official saying the attackers came from Chinese-flagged vessels.

US VP rivals defend Trump, Harris in polite debate

NEW YORK (AFP)- US vice presidential contenders J.D. Vance and Tim Walz faced off in a surprisingly civil debate on Tuesday, despite tense moments on the hot topics of migration, abortion and the threat of war in the Middle East.