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PCG: China Ships Take Turns Anew in Navigating WPS

Vessels of the China Coast Guard (CCG) are seemingly taking turns again in patrolling the West Philippine Sea, which upsets the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG).

Taguig police chief sacked

Taguig City police chief Col. Joey Goforth has been placed on \"administrative relief\" while authorities investigate the warrantless search by police at a home in Barangay Tipas, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) said yesterday.

JG Summit, URC deleted from MSCI Phl Index

The latest rebalancing of the MSCI will see the removal of Gokongwei-led firms JG Summit Holdings Inc. and Universal Robina Corp. (URC) from its Philippines index.

Driver plows into demonstrators in Munich, injuring 30

A driver drove a car into a labor union demonstration in central Munich on Thursday, injuring 30 people including children, authorities said.

BBM wishes 101-year-old Enrile 'good health'

Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile turned 101 on Valentine's Day, with President Marcos wishing him \"good health, good cheer and good spirits.\"

Laguna Lawmaker's Victory in 2022 Polls Upheld

The House of Representatives Electoral Tribunal (HRET) has upheld the victory of Rep. Maria Jamina Katherine Agarao of the fourth district of Laguna in the May 2022 elections.

Insurance industry posts strong growth in 2024

The Philippine insurance industry closed 2024 on a high note, with net income, premiums earned and benefits paid all posting significant year-on-year growth, according to the Insurance Commission.

IBPAP President Joins Xurpas Board

Listed technology company Xurpas Inc. is beefing up its boardroom with the addition of the current president of the IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) as an independent director.

Pag-IBIG Fund releases P130 B housing loans in 2024

The Home Development Mutual Fund or Pag-IBIG released nearly P130 billion worth of home loans in 2024, helping more Filipinos realize their dream of homeownership.

Thousands Fired in US Government

As Trump, Musk Purge Federal Workers

Bacolod B shares Interclub limelight

Bacolod Team B failed to make history but consoled itself by ruling the Founders division of the Philippine Airlines Senior Interclub at Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club last Thursday.

Banking for all: A Filipino story

The Philippine banking industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years, shifting from the traditional, labor-intensive practices of past decades to a digitally driven system that aims to make financial services more accessible to all.

Marcos to LGUs, agencies: Work together

President Marcos has ordered local government units to collaborate closely with national agencies to ensure the swift implementation of infrastructure projects that will benefit their constituents.

Sy family enters Asia's top 20 wealthiest

The Sy family, the power behind the conglomerate SM Investments Corp., has been named as among the 20 wealthiest families in Asia for 2025.

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Fuel price hike looms next week

Following recent slight reductions, fuel prices are expected to increase in the coming week due to persistent tensions abroad.

Taiwan's Lantern Festival Generates Nearly 2M Tourists

The Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) on Friday said the lantern festival being conducted in this city generated almost two million local and foreign tourists.

LRT-2's second Antipolo extension plan progressing

The government is close to firming up a feasibility study for its plan to further extend the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) to the east.

Damosa Land secures funding for coconut milk facility

Mindanao-based real estate and agro-industrial developer Damosa Land has secured a multi-million funding from the Thai Coconut Public Company Ltd. (COCOCO) for the development of a coconut milk production facility in Davao del Norte.

Phl banks post record profit in 2024

Philippine banks bolstered their earnings by 9.8 percent to hit an all-time high of P391.28 billion in 2024 from P356.49 billion in 2023 on the back of higher interest income.

P1.4-B smuggled luxury cars seized in Pasay, Parañaque raids

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) raided two car shops allegedly selling smuggled luxury vehicles online – including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maybach and Maserati – worth an estimated P1.4 billion yesterday.

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Manila archbishop urges faithful to join Walk for Life

Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula urged the faithful to join the annual pro-life event \"Walk for Life\" set for Feb. 23.

Ukraine will not be sidelined in peace talks with Russia

President Donald Trump on Thursday offered reassurances that Ukraine would be involved in negotiations to end the war with Russia, a day after his remarks left that prospect in doubt and alarmed officials in Kyiv and Ukraine's European allies that they would be left out of peace talks.

Rody jokes about killing 15 senators

Former president Rodrigo Duterte joked about killing 15 senators to ensure the victory of Partido Demokratiko PilipinoLakas ng Bayan’s senatorial slate during the PDPLaban’s proclamation rally Thursday night.

More RE certificates expected this year — IEMOP

The Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP) is expecting a surge in renewable energy certificates (RECs) being traded this year, driven by the launch of more RE facilities.

Korean Rules ICTSI Ladies Masters

Kim Kayoung of South Korea saved her best for last, shooting four birdies in the final round to cap a fiery comeback and snatch the coveted crown in the ICTSI WWL Philippine Ladies Masters yesterday at The Country Club in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Senate as Impeachment Court

Ten days ago, Feb. 5, at around 5:50 p.m., minutes before session adjourned, the Senate formally received the Articles of Impeachment against Vice President Inday Sara Duterte from the House of Representatives. Feb. 5, for the information of our dear readers, was the last day of session for both houses of Congress.

BSP Still on Easing Cycle - Remolona

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas remains on an easing trajectory but opted to pause rate cuts for now as it grapples with heightened global uncertainty, BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr. said.

4 Couple-Detainees Wed at Baguio Jail

Four couples deprived of liberty tied the knot in a simple ceremony at the Baguio City Jail yesterday.