Israel waiting on Hamas on proposed halt to fighting before sending team to...
Israel is waiting for Hamas to respond to proposals for a halt to the fighting in Gaza and a return of Israeli hostages before sending a team to Cairo to continue talks, a person close to Prime...
View ArticleOnline and offline, this Aklan village fights a wind farm to save their river
Before the sun rays kiss the crystal-clear waters of Nabaoy River, the soft rustle of bamboo leaves and the chirping of birds mix with the chatter of villagers. The peace of this rural community in...
View ArticleAla-ala ng hari ng kalsada, huling araw ngayon
Ngayong April 30 ang huling araw ng Franchise Consolidation Program ng Land Transportation Franchising Regulatory Board o LTFTB. Ang programang ito sa mga tsuper at opereytor bilang Jeepney Phaseout...
View ArticleDonut cry! Poison Coffee & Doughnuts closes down
MANILA, Philippines – In news that isn’t as sweet as donuts – local bakery Poison Coffee & Doughnuts announced the permanent closure of its only branch at The Alley at Karrivin Plaza along Chino...
View ArticleLTFRB: 60% jeepney consolidation in NCR ‘more than enough’ for commuters
MANILA, Philippines – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) is “confident” that at least 60% of jeepneys in Metro Manila will consolidate before the deadline passes on...
View ArticleDOLE, Robinsons Malls to host Job Fairs starting May 1
(This is a press release from Robinsons Malls.) MANILA, Philippines – Robinsons Malls in cooperation with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), will host a series of Job Fairs for job...
View Article[Kitchen 143] Modern cuisina Italiana at Al Dente Pasta Bar
Kitchen 143 now heads out of the home kitchen and visits old and new favorite restaurants in and out of Metro Manila. In this episode, Kitchen 143 host Michelle Aventajado of Momma ‘N Manila heads to...
View ArticleBanking, retail, food: Here are the most valuable Filipino brands in 2024
MANILA, Philippines – London-based brand valuation consultancy agency Brand Finance recently released its latest Brand Finance Philippines 2024 report, with companies from the banking,...
View ArticleComelec says premature campaigning will be prohibited in 2025 midterm polls
MANILA, Philippines – Premature campaigning rules will immediately apply to politicians once they file their certificates of candidacy (COC) for the 2025 midterm elections, Commission on Elections...
View ArticleCountries side with PH, blast China after latest water cannon use in Bajo de...
MANILA, Philippines – Envoys of different foreign countries, including treaty-ally the United States, criticized China for “disrupting” a Philippine mission to Bajo de Masinloc, a feature in the West...
View ArticleCavaliers edge Magic on late block, take 3-2 series lead
Evan Mobley blocked Franz Wagner’s attempted layup with 5.1 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, helping the host Cleveland Cavaliers secure a 104-103 win over the Orlando Magic in Game 5 of their...
View ArticleCan Marcio do it this season? Lassiter on track to break PBA 3-point record
MANILA, Philippines – Marcio Lassiter breaking the PBA record for most career three-pointers is not a matter of if, but when. Lassiter is on track to claim the top spot in the list as he continues to...
View ArticleMiss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios is coming to the Philippines
MANILA, Philippines – Reigning Miss Universe Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua is coming to the Philippines as part of her ongoing Asia tour. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, April 30, the beauty queen...
View ArticlePat Bev show: Injury-riddled Bucks ride stunning Game 5 blowout of Pacers
Khris Middleton and Bobby Portis scored 29 points apiece and the injury-riddled Milwaukee Bucks stayed alive with a 115-92 victory over the visiting Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night (Wednesday, May 1,...
View ArticleIn The Public Square with John Nery: Down by double digits
In late January 2024, research firm WR Numero released a survey measuring public opinion on the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Their latest survey, undertaken in March, shows a sharp...
View ArticleRussia’s defense minister orders more weapons for Ukraine operation
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu ordered more, and swifter, delivery of weapons for Moscow’s military operation in Ukraine, the Russian defense ministry said on Wednesday, May 1. Russia, which...
View ArticleLeBron James focused on family and Paris Olympics after Lakers playoff exit
LeBron James plans to spend time with his family and rest his body before turning his attention to Team USA and the Paris Olympics after the Los Angeles Lakers were knocked out of the NBA playoffs on...
View ArticleNot a pyramid scheme, but pharma company admits giving doctors incentives
MANILA, Philippines – While Bell-Kenz Pharma, Inc. dismissed allegations that its business model resembles a pyramid scheme, its executives admitted that it does give out incentives to its...
View ArticleFACT CHECK: 2024 Balikatan not aimed at expelling Chinese ships from South...
Claim: The 2024 Balikatan exercises aim to expel Chinese vessels from the South China Sea. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The YouTube video bearing the claim was posted on April 17 by a...
View ArticleNovak Djokovic splits with fitness coach in latest shakeup
World No. 1 tennis star Novak Djokovic thanked his long-time fitness coach Marco Panichi for his years of service on Tuesday, April 30, signaling the end of their working relationship in the latest...
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