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BSP reduces interest rate to 6.0%

The Monetary Board, the policy-making body of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Wednesday reduced its overnight borrowing rate by 25 basis points...

Marcos confident of gov’t measures amid storm ‘Kristine’ 

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. assured the public that government agencies are prepared to respond to Tropical Storm Kristine, which has caused flooding in the country, particularly in the Bicol region. In an interview, he stated that the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) and the Department of National Defense (DND) have prepositioned goods and equipment near affected areas to ensure a swift response. "Our goods and equipment are...

Chinese kidnapped in Bulacan released

The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday said that the Chinese national...

Tingog opens centers in Ilocos, Pangasinan

THE Tingog Party-list has launched new centers in the Ilocos Region and...

PH, Australia commit to boost bilateral relations

THE Philippines and Australia have reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further strengthen...

Immigration intercepts Pinay in apparent trafficking case

THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) has expressed alarm over the rising cases...

Sacked Silang mayor vows fight for justice

Suspended Mayor Kevin Anarna of Silang, Cavite vows to sustain his fight...

Walang Pasok! Classes, work in gov’t offices still suspended for Oct. 24 in Luzon

Malacañang suspended work in government offices and classes at all levels across...

PH Paralympians to receive heroes’ welcome at Palace

PARIS —Fresh from its participation in the 17th Paralympic Games, the Philippine team will...

Wheelchair thrower Cendy Asusano to carry PH Flag at Paris Paralympics closing rites 

Thanks to her impressive fourth-place finish in the women's javelin throw F54 event on...

Wheelchair thrower Asusano vows 100% effort in Paralympics’ debut

PARIS—Wheelchair thrower Cendy Asusano is ready to make her Paralympic debut a memorable one. Despite...

Otom advances to 50m butterfly final

PARIS—Angel Mae Otom placed third in her qualifying heat, propelling herself to the final...

Polong, Migs undergo separate hair follicle drug tests

Davao City First District Rep. Paolo ‘Polong’ Duterte and Puwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA)...

Abalos seeks to scrap 10% amusement tax

In a bid to help the movie industry and attract more moviegoers, former Interior...

Publicus Asia: Young voters feel excited, anxious about 2025 Elections

Nearly 8 out of 10 young registered voters are highly motivated to participate in the...

SC upholds disqualification of Albay governor, 2 others

The Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday affirmed the disqualification of Noel Rosal as Albay...

TOP STORIES

Quiboloy finally attends Senate hearing; abuse victims also appear

After months of dodging the Senate’s invitations, alleged sex offender Pastor Apollo Quiboloy and...

Garma’s exposé on EJK rewards corroborated

Retired police Colonel Edilberto Leonardo corroborated the two affidavits submitted by ex-Philippine Charity Sweepstakes...

14 dead, thousands evacuated as tropical storm batters Philippines

Manila, Philippines—Philippine rescuers waded through chest-deep floodwaters Wednesday to reach residents trapped by Tropical Storm...

Marcos confident of gov’t measures amid storm ‘Kristine’ 

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. assured the public that government agencies are prepared to...

NEWS

Immigration intercepts Pinay in apparent trafficking case

THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) has expressed alarm over the rising cases of trafficking...

Sacked Silang mayor vows fight for justice

Suspended Mayor Kevin Anarna of Silang, Cavite vows to sustain his fight for “truth...

Walang Pasok! Classes, work in gov’t offices still suspended for Oct. 24 in Luzon

Malacañang suspended work in government offices and classes at all levels across Luzon on...

CHED chief says PH open to foreign HEIs

MELBOURNE, Australia - Commission on Higher Education (CHED) chairman Prospero de Vera has pushed...

Japan US, kick off joint military drills

TOKYO — Japan and the United States kicked off 10 days of joint military...

‘Now is the time’ to end Gaza war — US

TEL AVIV — US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday “now is...

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OPINION

COLUMNISTS

Toxic politics means economic stagnation

“In Bongbong and Sara, history repeats itself.” The vice-president, in what are now described as...

Nothing has changed

“This is one reason we are being overtaken by countries.” Once again, another election season...

Estafa charge hounds tycoon, family members

“Will the matter be settled amicably?” This is a developing story with legal implications, so...

Celebrating autumn and pumpkin harvests

“They represent abundance, protection and rebirth.” CAÑON CITY, Colorado — On a 5,300-foot elevation on...

The saga of illegal drugs continues

“It’s a telenovela that is nothing to be proud of.” There is an allegation that...

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NATIONAL

Palace suspends gov’t work, classes in Bicol region today

The Office of the Executive Secretary (OES) announced the suspension of work in government...

Speaker: Cut in self-poverty rates highlights admin’s interventions

Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez on Wednesday welcomed the latest reduction in self-poverty ratings...

DOLE to employers: Don’t impose sanctions

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Wednesday appealed to private employers not...

Chinese kidnapped in Bulacan released

The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday said that the Chinese national who was...

WORLD NEWS

Japan US, kick off joint military drills

TOKYO — Japan and the United States kicked off 10 days of joint military...

‘Now is the time’ to end Gaza war — US

TEL AVIV — US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday “now is...

New Delhi chokes as ‘hazardous’ air pollution returns

NEW DELHI — Acrid clouds engulfed India’s capital on Wednesday as air pollution fuelled...

Execs of Malaysian firm charged with child abuse

SELAYANG, MALAYSIA — Top executives of a Malaysian conglomerate linked to a banned sect...
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BUSINESS

Port call.

Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT), a fully automated container terminal and International Container Terminal...

Recto asks World Bank,IMF to pursue reforms

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto, current chair of the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four (G-24) Board...

PEZA keeping 2024 investment target of P200b

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is keeping its P200-billion investment target for 2024,...

Business group pushes education, agrarian reforms

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) on Wednesday outlined a comprehensive set...

ON THE ROAD

Suzuki to reveal vision for the future at PIMS 2024

Suzuki Philippines will showcase its latest innovations at the 9th Philippine International Motor Show...

A call for coordination and action

Our roads will continue to suffer from heavy traffic until both private and government...

Ford Territory owners get a big boost with Territory Assure+

Ford Philippines has officially launched Territory Assure+, a cutting-edge initiative aimed at elevating the...

Hyundai Motor PH announces leadership transition

Mr. Jiho Son has been appointed as Hyundai Motor Philippines’ new president, succeeding Mr....

SPORTS

From Fairways to Fashion: Malbon is soon to launch in the Philippines

Malbon, the trailblazing lifestyle brand that fuses fashion with the essence of golf, will...

LeBron, Bronny James make NBA history with father-son appearance

LOS ANGELES —LeBron and Bronny James made NBA history on Tuesday, becoming the first...

Ababa leads; bad weather suspends play

BACOLOD—Sarah Ababa found herself within striking distance of securing her third leg victory of...

Rising equestrienne Aboitiz shines in international debut

AMALIA Aboitiz, a promising young equestrienne, proudly represented the Philippines in the recent CSICh-B...

ENTERTAINMENT

PH bet shines at Karaoke World Championships in Finland

Jan Francis Alinsonorin, an emerging Filipino talent, proudly represented the Philippines at the 2024...

Noble piece pride 

It’s quite common to hear a Filipino proudly express how much they love their...

Giving juicy ‘chismis’ a clever twist 

Throughout his time in the entertainment industry, Ogie Diaz has made a name for...

A call for support and awareness

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Unilab Foundation recently held a media...

LIFESTYLE

What does it take to become an Olympian?

People say it takes a village to raise a child, but for two-time Olympic...

Millennial startup owners aim to establish world-class Philippine watchmaking industry

The Philippine watchmaking scene may not be well-known yet, however, a handful of brands...

Coalition rallies to protect Philippines’ wildlife wonders

The Philippines, known for its rich biodiversity, faces a critical conservation crisis as six...

A call for support and awareness

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Unilab Foundation recently held a media...

SPOTLIGHT

PET NUTRITION 101: How to properly transition your dog onto a new diet

Written by: Kazel Anne  Villas Editor In Chief: Aira Jay Igarta Switching your dog's diet can...

Ripple Announces Ripple USD (RLUSD)Exchange Partners for Global Distribution

Former FDIC Chair Sheila Bair, Vice Chairman of Partners Capital and former CENTER Consortium...

From Fairways to Fashion: Malbon is soon to launch in the Philippines

Malbon, the trailblazing lifestyle brand that fuses fashion with the essence of golf, will...

SM Life at SM Prime Group honored as 2024 PMAP People Program of the Year

The SM Prime Group has been recognized as the National Awardee for its SM...

LGUs

CamSur DAR workers also covered by SSS

THE Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) in Camarines Sur has partnered with the Social...

Calamba attains stable internal peace, security status

THE Calamba City government has officially declared that the city has attained stable internal...

1 missing, two survive sea mishap off Leyte

THE Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has launched a search and rescue operation for a...

Police buy-bust nets P40k drugs in Bukidnon

ANTI-DRUG agents have arrested a suspected pusher and seized some P40,000 worth of illegal...

TECH

Get ready for an innovative, elevated travel experience: The Travel Club+ opening soon at Power Plant Mall

Following the resounding success of their first flagship store in Shangri-La Plaza, The Travel...

Be the best version of yourself with the OPPO Watch X

Smartwatches and wearables have revolutionized how we approach our overall wellbeing with powerful tools...

Lenovo champions empowerment for Filipino PWDs and women, gives back to communities and the environment

The leading PC maker takes action against employment inequality and education disparity through digital...

PLDT, Smart harness AI to  empower teachers for tech-aided learning

PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) empower teachers to be future-ready with special training on Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) for the classroom. Launched...

CRAVINGS

US frozen spuds go far as hot potatoes in Philippines

Here's a tater thought: the Philippines is one of the world's leading export markets...

The Westin Manila cooks up an Eat Well Menu for Kids  

Eating well isn’t just for grownups and it’s recommended to nurture and foster good...

Alaska Fruitti Yo! – Your kids’ new exciting ‘baon’ choice

Moms only want the best for their kids, and that means going the extra...

Casa John Artisanal Donuts: Marinduque’s sweetest treat

Situated at the coastlines east of Quezon province, Marinduque is known for its tourist...

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

UN appraising risk resilience program for PH

The United Nations may reassess the standard toolkit for humanitarian aid and development programming...

SMAC donates P14.9m to Globe’s Hapag Movement

SM Advantage Card (SMAC) has donated P14.93 million to Globe Telecom Inc’s Hapag Movement,...

How migratory birds maintain earth’s ecological balance

Traveling thousands of miles and connecting ecosystems across the globe, migratory birds are vital...

PH reaffirms pledge to fight climate woes

New York—The Philippines stressed the importance of international collaboration and national leadership in advancing...

PETS

Best vitamins and supplements for dogs (from puppyhood to adulthood)

In the Philippines, dog owners are increasingly aware of the importance of maintaining their...

Pawsbook

We have been encountering posts on dogs, cats, and other animals on Facebook that...

Household sounds that stress our pets every day

Ordinary household sounds that we often take for granted can be a significant source...

Pawsbook

We have been encountering posts on dogs, cats, and other animals on Facebook that...

POP LIFE, EVENTS, BYAHERO & GALLERY

Rescue and relief efforts

(Photo 1) The Philippine Army and local disaster responders rescue families affected by widespread...

Live-fire drills

Philippine and American marines hone up their skills in big gun live-fire exercises in...

Anti-dengue fogging

A team deployed by the General Trias City Health Office in Cavite fumigates suspected...

Shame on her abusers

Gisele Pelicot arrives at the Avignon courthouse for the trial of her former husband,...

FOREIGN EXCHANGE

in PHP
  Australian Dollar35.7
  Swiss Franc62.8
  Euro59.7
  British Pound68.9
  Hong Kong Dollar7.26
  Japanese Yen0.38
  American Dollar56.8
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EXAM RESULT

Physical Therapists Licensure Examination Results

Roll of successful examinees in the Physical Therapists Licensure Examination held on June 5...

2020-2021 Bar Exam results

List of successful examinees ABABA, Jayson R.ABAD, Elmer II H.ABAD, Joshua Quintin I.ABAD, Neldren J.ABALAYAN,...

Architect Licensure Examination Results (January 2022)

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 1,370 out of 2,205 passed the Architect Licensure Examination (ALE) given...

7 women in top 10 of Bar Exam: 2,103 new lawyers

by Supreme Court of the Philippines Manila, Philippines - Justice Perlas-Bernabe announced that a total...

December 2019 Dentist Licensure Examination results

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 540 out of 1,549  passed the December 2019 Dentist Licensure...