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Phl curlers hit win column

Brothers Marc and Enrico Pfister spearheaded the Philippines' 4-1 victory over Kazakhstan yesterday for its first win in curling's men's team event of the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China.

BancNet transactions reach P11.4 T in 2024

Transactions processed through electronic payments network operator BancNet reached P11.38 trillion in 2024, surging by 33.9 percent from P8.5 trillion in 2023.

Over 600 arrested for working illegally in UK

UK immigration enforcement teams made over 600 arrests in January, a 73-percent increase on the same period a year ago, as part of the new Labor government’s plan to tackle undocumented migration and people smuggling gangs, offi cials said on Monday.

Robinsons Malls, DOLE partner for nationwide job fairs

Robinsons Malls is advancing its partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for conducting job fairs and other employment facilitation programs in different areas nationwide.

Anti-Fraud

It is easy for the layman to miss the actual significance of this latest piece of legislation

Pacquiao convoy accosted for using EDSA bus lane

Former senator Manny Pacquiao's convoy has been flagged for illegally using the EDSA busway on Sunday.

Lalamove enters ride-hailing segment

In-city courier Lalamove has entered the ride-hailing market by introducing its own four-seater and six-seater services, providing commuters with another mobility option.

Retail leaders to convene in key summit next month

The Philippine Retailers Association (PRA), the country's leading organization representing retailers, suppliers, and allied industries, is staging the highly anticipated Retail Leaders Summit on March 5 at Novotel Manila Araneta City, Quezon City.

Admin Bets Maintain Senate Poll Lead — Pulse

As the official campaign period begins today, 14 bets—mainly candidates from the administration's Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas slate—have statistical chances of winning based on the latest pre-election survey conducted by Pulse Asia.

ACEN scores higher rating for climate action

Ayala-led ACEN Corp. has obtained a leadership level and an A-rating from environmental nonprofit disclosure system CDP for its commitment to climate action and transparency.

AI being used in love scams report

As Valentine's Day approaches, scammers are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to target more victims worldwide, a US-based cybersecurity firm warned.

Asian Boxing, OCA affirm alliance

ABAP chairman DL Ricky Vargas inked a Memorandum of Understanding confirming the partnership of Asian Boxing, where he is a board member, and the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) represented by director general Dr. Husain Al-Musallam at a signing ceremony during the Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China last Saturday.

Forthwith means now, not four months later

EYES WIDE OPEN

Official campaign period starts today - Comelec

The race is on for the 65 senatorial candidates and 155 party-list groups in the May 2025 midterm polls as the 90-day campaign period for national elections officially began at midnight.

Comelec Places 8 Pangasinan Areas in 'Yellow' Category

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has placed Dagupan and Urdaneta cities as well as the towns of Aguilar, Binmaley, Malasiqui, San Quintin, Mangaldan and Sual - all in Pangasinan - under the \"yellow\" category.

Go Aids Muntinlupa Fire Victims

Sen. Bong Go has provided additional aid to families affected by a recent fire in Muntinlupa.

Hope Springs Eternal

EDITORIAL

Ayuda, social welfare programs 'helpful' - polls

For most Filipinos, financial aid programs and other social welfare initiatives of the government are helping underprivileged sectors, recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) and Pulse Asia surveys showed.

QC Cops Arrest 218 in Anti-Crime Drive

A weeklong crackdown on illegal drugs and other crimes by the Quezon City Police District resulted in the arrest of 218 people, the QCPD reported over the weekend.

Pagasa warns of more flooding

As shear line continues to bring strong rains

MRT-3 to deploy four-car train sets

In response to rising commuter demand, the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) will add one more car to its three-car trains by June or upon the completion of facilities required to accommodate a four-car train configuration.

4 Caught With P34-M Shabu in Caloocan

Five kilos of shabu valued at P34 million were confiscated by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) in Bagumbong, Caloocan on Sunday night.

Magma moves upward to Kanlaon crater

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) yesterday reported that magma in Kanlaon Volcano has risen to less than five kilometers from the crater.

Rama Asks SC: Stop Ombudsman

A day before the start of the campaign period, former Cebu City mayor Michael Rama asked the Supreme Court to issue a temporary restraining order (TRO) to stop the Office of the Ombudsman from implementing his dismissal as mayor and perpetually disqualifying him from holding public office.

NEDA pursues USAID-funded projects

Caritas to lose P35 M

The tariff sheriff arrives

Trump rattled global markets when he announced tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, reigniting fears of an escalating trade war.

Putting small enterprises on every candidate's agenda

I have been asked several times before how come I don't run for office.

Ferdie Constantino ponders retirement, SMC and RSA

After more than 50 years with conglomerate San Miguel Corp., Ferdinand K. Constantino finally put down his finance whiz hat.

Culture shock

Watching the Manila Hustle 3x3 tournament was a bit of a culture shock.

Dingdong Dantes on 2025 Elections: Let's Be More Discerning, Look Beyond Fanfare

As the official campaign period for the 2025 midterm elections begins, the presence of entertainment personalities in the political arena will be more visible—whether as candidates, endorsers or performers.