CATEGORIES

Ex-PhilRice execs acquitted of P15-M graft raps

The Sandiganbayan has acquitted six former officials of the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) of graft charges in connection with their approval of an allegedly anomalous P15.78-million car plan for employees in 2009.

Quinta comm to probe chicken, pork, vegetable cartels

The quinta committee of the House of Representatives will investigate the cartels on pork, chicken, and vegetables once Congress resumes its regular session this week, according to Albay 2nd District Rep. Joey Salceda.

Support Sought for Phl's UN Security Council bid

President Marcos yesterday sought support for the Philippines' bid for a seat in the United Nations Security Council and emphasized the importance of a rules-based international order during a New Year reception attended by diplomats, including the ambassador of China.

Hospitals confirm 18% hike in health care costs

Filipinos may have to pay at least 18 percent more for hospitalization, possibly by the beginning of the second quarter of the year—largely due to rising costs of medical supplies, Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines Inc. (PHAPI) president Dr. Jose Rene de Grano said over the weekend.

Unified PWD ID system sought

The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) is eyeing to implement a unified identification system for people with disabilities to put a stop to the illegal and unscrupulous use of PWD IDs.

Citizens' groups to take budget concerns to SC

Several citizens' groups will proceed with the filing of a petition before the Supreme Court (SC) questioning the constitutionality of the P6.326-trillion budget, saying the decision of President Marcos to veto certain provisions of the General Appropriations Act did not address at least four \"unconstitutional\" provisions of the 2025 GAA.

2024 Hottest Recorded Year, Crossed Global Warming Limit

The last two years saw average global temperatures exceed a critical warming limit for the first time, Europe's climate monitor said Friday, as the UN demanded \"trail-blazing\" climate action.

Dani Barretto Is Setting the Best Example for Siblings and Mom Marjorie

They say fortune favors the bold and this 2025, Dani Barretto is entering the year with a bang!

MELAI CANTIVEROS ON BISAYA

MELAI CANTIVEROS ADMITTED THAT SHE WAS often teased because of her Bisaya accent, but she would just laugh it off.

Global boy group search 'Be the Next: 9 Dreamers' premieres on TV5

This February, the biggest K-pop stars and makers, together with the Kapatid network, will finally open the doors to \"Be the Next: 9 Dreamers,\" the global collaboration between MLD Entertainment PH and TV5.

Paolo Sandejas Sings About Saving LDR in a Happy, Hopeful Way

Singer-songwriter Paolo Sandejas has given his two cents on how to save a long-distance relationship, or LDR, in the single, manila to LA.

Jennifer Lopez Identifies With Real-Life Mom in 'Unstoppable' Film

Jennifer Lopez found herself in tears as the real-life mom Judy Robles, whom she portrayed in the sports drama film \"Unstoppable,\" showered her with compliments for her performance.

Oops, I Did It Again

Why do we keep making New Year's resolutions? Psychologists say it's about hope, a chance to wipe the slate clean, like pressing the reset button.

Why Such Devotion to the Black Nazarene?

The devotion to the Black Nazarene springs from a pre-colonial belief in miracles—that a fleeting touch can summon divine healing. The sight is humbling, almost otherworldly: a centuries-old statue of Christ, hewn in Mexico and darkened by the hands of time, borne on the shoulders of the faithful.

How to evacuate a 300-pound pig

As wildfires blazed through Los Angeles on Wednesday, Ellen Marie Bennett shared a plea with her Instagram followers: could someone, ideally someone with a spare trailer, help evacuate her roughly 300-pound potbellied pig?

IF ONLY YOU CAN FLY, DELTA ONE STYLE

I'm enjoying my fruit and cream croissant and bloom tea while aircraft spotting when someone walks up to me and says that my ride (a black Porsche Cayenne) is waiting downstairs.

Revisiting the CCP's mandates

The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) recently celebrated the 55th anniversary of its inauguration.

A FABULOUS BIRTHDAY FÊTE

The closely-knit JL & Co. group gathered at the elegant Shang Palace restaurant in Makati Shangri-La, Manila in Makati City, for a memorable birthday bash for lovely celebrants Arlene Chan, Maru Go, Beth Lee, and Ofelia Wadle.

RFM Declares P200M Dividends

RFM Corp. is kicking off the year on a high note by rewarding its shareholders with P200 million in cash dividends.

BSP considering subscription fee on digital transactions

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is considering a fixed subscription fee model for digital transactions as an alternative to the current per-transaction fee structure, according to BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr.

Indonesia's Pertamina buys 20% of CREC for $115 M

Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC), chaired by tycoon Edgar Saavedra, has sealed a $115-million (P6.7 billion) investment from Indonesia's state-owned energy firm Pertamina.

The Advent of AI

A new report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has painted a bleak picture of the future with the advent of artificial intelligence or AI, which refers to computer systems and models capable of performing tasks that usually require human intelligence.

Cheerleaders, coaches and fake gurus

The rise of social media has given everyone with a ring light and a catchy tagline the illusion of expertise.

GCash to market IPO to foreign investors

E-wallet pioneer GCash may sell its initial public offering (IPO) to foreign investors following its decision to work with overseas banks in arranging its share sale, according to experts.

Megawide Acquires Full Control of Clark Airport Developer

Infrastructure builder Megawide Construction Corp. is spending P79 million to fully own a joint venture that designed and developed the Clark International Airport.

PSEi slips below 6,500 on cautious trading

The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index slipped by 0.23 percent or 15.25 points to close at 6,496.32.

Lexus Manila Names New President

Lexus Manila has named Carlo Ablaza as its new president.

Phl Current Account Deficit Seen Rising in Next 2 Years

Nomura Global Markets Research has raised its current account deficit (CAD) forecast for the Philippines over the next two years, citing external pressures expected to weigh on the country's economy.

Credit Growth Rises to Near 2-Year High

Loans disbursed by big banks accelerated to their highest level in nearly two years, fueled by strong growth in credit for both production activities and consumer borrowing, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said.

Gov't urged to lower tobacco excise tax rate

The government should lower the tobacco excise tax rate and strengthen the enforcement of laws against illicit trade to address declining tobacco tax revenue, according to a think tank.