MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday dared China to reveal the alleged business and financial ties between Beijing and some Philippine politicians. He also questioned whether the…
ANTIPOLO—Barangay Ginebra secured the last quarterfinals berth in the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup while setting up a best-of-five duel with San Miguel Beer after defeating Blackwater, 101-96, on Friday at Ynares Center…
Pope Leo XIV will miss a planned trip to Assisi next week after doctors advised against the helicopter journey to the Italian town as he recovers from thoracic surgery, the Vatican said Friday. ...
MANILA, Philippines—With Letran down a man, Aaron Buensalida stepped up to the plate to help his team in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Friday. The Knights played without their main…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Friday said that it successfully chased off a foreign fishing vessel from the waters of Lawak Island. Friday’s operation is the sixth time the PCG drove away a…
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — The Mandaue City Fire Station is intensifying public safety awareness efforts and inspecting cemeteries ahead of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day as part of Oplan Kaluluwa. Senior Fire Officer 4…
MANILA, Philippines—San Beda’s win over Jose Rizal University on Friday in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament was overshadowed by a freak accident involving Jimmy Reyes. During a rebound play, Reyes…
MANILA, Philippines–Zed Etulle towed San Beda out of trouble as the Red Lions held off Jose Rizal University, 75-71, in Group A of the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Friday. With the…
There is a familiar way of describing solo mothers: strong, resilient, self-sacrificing. But while these words are often meant as compliments, even these positive labels can sometimes become a kind of box, reducing a…
JERUSALEM, Israel—Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s consummate political survivor, is facing the fight of his life in Tuesday’s elections. He is drawing on over three decades of experience to convince voters…
MANILA, Philippines–King James Reyes won bronze in the men’s 1,500-meter T46 on Friday, giving the Philippines its first athletics medal at the 5th Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya in Japan. Reyes, 24, clocked a…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Brandon Miller has his big contract after signing a five-year, $209 million deal with the Charlotte Hornets earlier this week. Now he wants something more — to put an end to the Hornets’ painful NBA…
AUSTIN, Texas — Lewis Hamilton lauded Formula 1’s plan to return to Africa with a race in Rwanda and acknowledged the criticism from human rights groups over the host nation. He also suggested the chance to achieve his…
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office continues to turn its commitment to public service into meaningful action through the PCSO Charity Run, an initiative that brings people together through sports while promoting…
ANTIPOLO—Rain or Shine secured the No. 2 spot in Group B and a quarterfinal date with Converge after blowing out Phoenix, 133-103, in the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup on Friday at Ynares Center here. Jhonard Clarito…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — A total of 3,670 security and medical personnel have been mobilized to ensure the safety and security of delegates, officials, and the public during the 20th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting…
JAKARTA, Indonesia — Thousands of students across Indonesia have staged days of demonstrations protesting the government’s response to toxic haze that has blanketed multiple cities and spread to other nations in…
The Mandaue City government is expediting the release of financial assistance to 106 families affected by the fire in Barangay Labogon on Tuesday, Oct. 20....
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Led by international achievers and a deep roster of young talents, Cebu’s very own Talisay Luigi Go for Gold (TLTG) is sending a sizeable contingent to the 2026 National Age Group Triathlon…
MANILA, Philippines — NBA deputy commissioner Mark Tatum said the Philippines remains part of the league’s plans, although a game in the country is not an immediate priority. During an online press conference with…
In a country where 62% of Filipinos consider themselves NBA fans and represent the 3rd largest viewing audience globally, Sprite officially unveils its new global platform, “Never Stop Refreshing the Game,” with the…
MANILA, Philippines — Local stocks retreated on Friday as investors weighed the impact of higher borrowing costs on economic growth, while a weakening peso added to market jitters. The benchmark Philippine Stock…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso fell to a record low on Friday as concerns about the domestic inflation outlook overshadowed an aggressive interest rate hike by the central bank. The currency weakened 9.5…
More than 500 triathletes are expected to take part in three events over the weekend as the National Age Group Triathlon (NAGT) Series returns to Camotes Island on October 24–25, marking the first time the island will…
MANILA, Philippines—Letran survived a desperate San Sebastian, 91-89, with Jimboy Estrada hitting the game-winner on Friday in NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament action at San Juan Arena. With the score tied at…
While Regine Velasquez’s recently-concluded three-night concert celebrated her musicality, the sold-out shows also put a spotlight on her son Nate, and her nephews and nieces who performed with her. Nate and his band…
Travelers visiting the Visayas could find it easier to include multiple destinations in one trip through a campaign that connects tourism offerings and travel arrangements across the region....
CEBU, Philippines (October 23, 2026) – Following its debut in scenic Tagaytay, Mango Tree Thai Grill opens its second store location at SM City Cebu. This latest concept by the globally acclaimed Mango Tree group brings…
MANILA, Philippines — The former staff of actress-turned-politician Angelica Jones Alarva filed a complaint against her in the Office of the Ombudsman over alleged verbal abuse. Samantha Ladiana Alaisa went to the…
Love has a way of bringing out the best in us and dragging our deepest fears along for the ride. Out now, alt-pop singer-songwriter eaJ releases his six-track EP, ‘the responsibility of being in love’, via Position…
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Ashe is unveiling her new single “Stop The Wedding!” alongside a video directed by Silken Weinberg. The track is her debut release with Atlantic Records; listen/share the track…
LONDON — Raye won the UK’s coveted Mercury Prize on Thursday, Oct. 22, for her album “This Music May Contain Hope,” triumphing over fellow singer-songwriter Olivia Dean and 10 other acts including Beatles icon Paul…
ARIA-nominated Australian singer-songwriter Kita Alexander today unveils ‘Back To Sydney’, a brand new bonus track from her #1 ARIA Australian Album RAGE, via Warner Music Australia. Listen HERE. Boasting a blend of…
Mark Anthony Sarino and John Ver Espra made weight on Friday, October 23, to formalize their eight-round showdown for the Visayas Professional Boxing Association (Visproba) bantamweight title in the “Bakbakan Otso”…
Today, Atlantic Records announces Nobody Wants This Season 3: (Soundtrack from the Netflix Series), the official musical companion to season three of Netflix’s hit romantic comedy series, and unveils its star-studded…
Following his sold out UK + EU headline tour, rising Australian pop artist Jude York today unveils his pulsating new single ‘Afternote’ via Warner Music Australia. Listen HERE. The whimsical disco inspired synth-pop…
Basking in the spotlight of a breakout year, Chinese-American alternative pop singer/songwriter Emei uncovers her anxiously awaited new 2-pack Night At The Opera: Intermission out now via Atlantic Records in partnership…
On the heels of a banner year, multiplatinum global superstar Hilary Duff has released her brand-new Holiday Things EP, out now via Atlantic Records. Listen to the EP and order physical formats — including vinyl and CD…
VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV will miss a planned trip to Assisi next week on doctors’ orders as he continues recovering from thoracic surgery he underwent last Tuesday, the Vatican said Friday. The pope had been due to…
Celebrity couple Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos drew criticism from netizens over public transport etiquette after the actress-host recorded a voiceover inside a passenger train in Osaka, Japan. Ramos recently shared a…
Global powerhouse icons ATEEZ are set to make a highly anticipated return, dropping their explosive new pre-release single “Drip” from their upcoming album on October 23 at 1:00pm KST. The EP is out now via Sony Music…
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla has placed a ₱50 million bounty for Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa who is now considered armed and dangerous. ...
World-renowned rapper, singer, dancer, and style icon, LISA releases her highly anticipated EP PRESS PLAY via LLOUD Co./RCA Records – Listen HERE. The six-track project is created with a movie in mind, so fans can sit…
ATLANTA— The Atlanta Dream have imposed their will defensively on Golden State in the WNBA Finals so far, using their size and strength to dominate the Valkyries. That’s helped them take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven…
Brace yourself for the king of monsters as Godzilla rips and roars at select SM cinemas October 14–20 for the first-ever, highly anticipated Godzilla Film Festival. From epic monster showdowns and city-smashing…
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has recognized the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) for its contribution to the implementation of electronic notarization (eNotarization), particularly in facilitating compliance…
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands— Daiki Hashimoto of Japan soared to gold during the men’s all-around final at the world gymnastics championships on Thursday, sealing his fourth straight title with a brilliant performance on high…
MIAMI— Upon review, Minnesota’s LaMelo Ball traveled. Really, really traveled. The association that represents NBA referees posted a clip from Wednesday night’s game between the Timberwolves and the Miami Heat and…
SM J Mall has unveiled its 2026 Christmas centerpiece, Kitsune’s Christmas Grove, featuring a 40-foot Christmas tree adorned with festive ornaments, floral accents, and lights alongside a white fox figure inspired by…
MANILA – Rotational brownouts are possible in Cebu today, October 23, as the Visayas and Mindanao grids continue to face supply constraints, prompting the extension of yellow and red alerts. The National Grid…
Filipino-owned construction materials company Buildrite Construction Chemicals is advocating greater use of homegrown technologies and stronger local expertise to help develop future-ready cities and world-class…
MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala takes her act to Japan, making her debut at the Toray Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo starting October 26. The WTA 500 tournament is the penultimate stop of Eala’s Asian swing and WTA season, and…
The Governor’s Cup 18-Under Basketball Tournament 2026 enters its fifth week of action with a packed weekend schedule in San Remigio and Alcantara on Saturday and Sunday, October 24 and 25. ...
MANILA, Philippines — Peppermint Bizmoto Inc. (PBI), a leading financial technology rail that holds a regulatory electronic money issuer (EMI) license under the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), has officially signed a…
For Filipinos, Christmas is a season to look forward to: a time for reunions, potlucks, thoughtful gifts, and familiar meals shared with family and friends. This year, Pancake House welcomes everyone to make it their…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Another action-packed weekend awaits in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) Season 26, with games scheduled on Saturday, October 24, at the Cebu Coliseum and Sunday at the…
Avida Land reopened its Glorietta Showroom on October 17, 2026, with a blessing ceremony held on the 2nd level of Glorietta 4, giving sales partners and prospective homeowners a more welcoming place to explore their…
TAIPEI, Taiwan – Most shops and schools were shut across Taiwan on Friday as Typhoon Champi neared the island, forcing hundreds of people to leave their homes ahead of the powerful storm. The typhoon is expected to…
MANILA, Philippines — Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza outlined the bureau’s tax modernization initiatives and long-term institutional reforms under its DARES agenda at the 5th…
Vilma Santos will receive a special tribute from Edgar “Bobot” Mortiz and Tirso Cruz III who are set to serenade her at the 42nd PMPC Star Awards for Movies. Mortiz, Santos’ former onscreen leading man, and Cruz, her…
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla has committed to maintaining regular dialogue with Cebu’s business sector to identify corruption concerns and address problems in government transactions that could hinder business…
China’s first fully AI-generated feature film opens in cinemas on Friday, Oct. 23, in what promises to be a tough box-office test for the country’s booming tech industry as advance ticket sales lag. More than 10,000…
WASHINGTON–LeBron James brushed off US President Donald Trump’s criticism of his behavior during the national anthem, calling it a “slow news day” after the Philadelphia 76ers rallied to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers…
MANILA, Philippines — The 2026-27 NBA season continued Friday, October 23 (October 22 in the US), with Philadelphia 76ers and Oklahoma City Thunder winning on their home-court debuts this season. NBA Scores Today…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Farmers in parts of Central Visayas are preparing their fields for the next cropping season while water remains available, as the region braces for a potentially prolonged dry period from a…
More options rise in Mandaue City as Cebu Landmasters Incorporated officially launches the Retail Bloc at Casa Mira Towers Mandaue. Located in Barangay Ibabao, Mandaue City, the newest commercial bloc features…
OKLAHOMA CITY — Jalen Williams scored 21 points, Chet Holmgren had 12 points and 17 rebounds, and the Oklahoma City Thunder withstood a poor shooting night from Shai-Gilgeous-Alexander in their home opener to beat the…
PHILADELPHIA— Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points and Joel Embiid had 24 to help LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers wipe out a 29-point deficit in their home opener and stun the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106 in the NBA on…
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday said no Filipino should praise Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan, disagreeing with Sen. Robin Padilla‘s favorable assessment of the envoy amid calls for…
ASUS Philippines today announced the arrival of the new ProArt P16 and P14, the latest additions to the company’s lineup of high-performance creator laptops. Powered by the groundbreaking NVIDIA RTX Spark platform…
MANILA, Philippines — Tito P, one of the Machong Chismisan podcast hosts, skipped his scheduled National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) appearance earlier this week, with his lawyer submitting a letter to the bureau…
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday challenged China to disclose the alleged business and financial dealings of Philippine politicians with Beijing, questioning whether the reported…
MANILA, Philippines — Here is INQToday’s top stories this afternoon: Typhoon Rosal slightly weakens as it approaches Taiwan, but Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 remains in effect in two areas; a Filipino worker is…
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday hit back at former National Security Adviser Clarita Carlos over her criticism of him, saying there was no room for such remarks when the country’s…
PARIS (AP) — Heath authorities in France have reported its first human case of the livestock virus Shamonda on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The Shamonda Virus was detected in a very immunocompromised patient who was also…
Sun Life Grepa Financial Inc. (Sun Life Grepa), one of the country’s leading life insurance providers, was named as one of HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2026. This recognition underscores the company’s…
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday warned that any attempt by China to forcibly tow away the grounded BRP Sierra Madre would constitute an “act of war” against the Philippines. “Any…
Beijing, China—China ordered an “all-out” rescue effort in Tibet on Friday after an earthquake killed at least 16 people, injured dozens and flattened hundreds of homes, state media reported. Footage showed rescue…
KYIV, Ukraine — Mykola Kasiuk’s world plunged into near-total darkness when a land mine exploded on the battlefield with Russian troops. The Ukrainian soldier lost an eye. He clings to hope that one day he will see with…
MANILA, Philippines – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Friday warned the public against another fake social media post claiming that the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) would push through in…
Film director Lino Cayetano and his wife, former volleyball player Fille Cainglet, are expecting their fourth child. Cainglet announced the pregnancy Thursday, Oct. 22, on Instagram, sharing a video of herself wearing a…
PARIS, France — France’s culture ministry announced that several Paris museums including the Louvre would be closed Saturday, when officials fear more looting on the margins of a new round of protests. The Orsay museum…
ATLANTA, Georgia — An autonomous Uber car is seen making its way towards a hotel in the Beltline area here in what passengers said was an “aggressive but careful” ride. An artificial intelligence expert and educator…
Sachzna Laparan revealed that she previously had an on-and-off relationship with McCoy de Leon as she admitted that she did not know whether their romance overlapped with his relationship with Elisse Joson. Laparan made…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Central Visayas will pursue available administrative and legal remedies against individuals found responsible for entering the…
Finance super app GCash has made exploring and managing digital assets more secure and accessible through GCrypto, powered by Philippine Digital Asset Exchange (PDAX). Found in GCash, the platform allows Filipinos to…
Rome, Italy—From blockaded schools in Rome to tent camps in Madrid and street protests in France, young people across Europe are turning their anger on a political class they say is not listening. Their demands vary…
Smartphone photography is about to get more playful as vivo teases the creative camera features of its upcoming vivo V80, led by Creative Sticker Collage – an AI-powered tool that transforms everyday Live Photos into…
After hours of scrolling, answering messages, and switching between tabs, taking a break from screens can feel like a luxury. At Ayala Center Cebu, there is now a space that invites shoppers to slow down, put their…
MANILA, Philippines – The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has dismantled an alleged scam hub in Subic, Olongapo, and secured around 200 Vietnamese nationals. In a statement on Friday, the NBI said agents from its…
MANILA, Philippines — Fuel products will see mixed adjustments in prices next week, so motorists are advised to plan and budget their fuel purchases. As for diesel products, they will have another round of price hikes…
QCinema International Film Festival has unveiled the lineup for its 14th edition, with the world premiere of Bianca Umali’s animated feature “Ella Arcangel: Ballad of Tooth and Claw” serving as the opening film. The…
MANILA, Philippines — Motorists should plan and budget their fuel purchases, as fuel products will experience mixed price adjustments next week. Diesel products will see another round of price hikes next week due to…
BEIJING — A magnitude 7 earthquake hit China’s Tibet region on Thursday evening, killing at least 16 people, injuring 54 and collapsing hundreds of homes in the northern regional city of Nagqu, official media said…
PHILADELPHIA — Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points and Joel Embiid had 24 to help LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers wipe out a 29-point deficit in their home opener and stun the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106 on Thursday…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is actively studying rules that would require manufacturers to have electric bicycles, other light electric vehicles, and their batteries undergo…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Lapu-Lapu City is stepping up preparations for the 20th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) and 13th ADMM-Plus during the final coordination meeting on October 22 to address operational…
The language that’s known as the backbone of the internet is now subject to what experts describe as one of the most notable vulnerabilities in recent memory. PHP is a widely used general-purpose scripting language that…
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Most shops and schools were shut across Taiwan on Friday as Typhoon Champi neared the island, forcing hundreds of people to leave their homes ahead of the powerful storm. The typhoon is expected to…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has advised overseas Filipino workers (OFWs)in Saudi Arabia to avoid military installations and oil facilities following the attacks in the region. This…
CEBU CITY, Philippines- Lapu-Lapu City is stepping up preparations for the 20th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) and 13th ADMM-Plus during the final coordination meeting on October 22 to address operational…
Tom Skerritt, the Emmy-winning actor who embodied a solid, wry authority figure, whether as a flight instructor in “Top Gun,” a tough-but-fair sheriff on TV’s “Picket Fences” or the doomed captain of “Alien,” has died…
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – The Lambo Mabolo of Barangay Mabolo in Cebu City has announced its participation in the Sinulog Festival 2027. The barangay’s public information office made the announcement on Thursday, October 22…
AUSTIN, United States — Lewis Hamilton on Thursday welcomed Formula One’s decision to return to Africa, but revealed reservations over the choice of Rwanda to host the continent’s first Grand Prix in more than three…
National Artist Kidlat Tahimik is a known advocate of “kapwa” (shared identity and relationality) concept as a cultural brake (preno) against Western consumerism and colonial values. More than 250 young campus…
PHILADELPHIA — President Donald Trump on Thursday accused LeBron James of disrespecting the United States after the NBA star appeared to continue his warmups while the national anthem was performed before Philadelphia’s…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The Visayas will experience cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms on Friday, October 23, as Typhoon Rosal’s trough affects the region. The same weather conditions are forecast over…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) is upping the ante against illegal online gambling, giving players a new way to tell which sites are playing a fair hand. In its latest bet on…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Typhoon Rosal may exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) early Saturday morning, October 24, according to the state weather bureau Pagasa. In its 5 a.m. bulletin on Friday, October 23…
EGYPT — The editor-in-chief of one of Egypt’s last independent news outlets, Mada Masr, will stand trial after prosecutors questioned her for more than six hours, her lawyer said early Thursday. The Supreme State…
BEIJING, China —At least 16 people were killed and 32 more injured when a strong 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck China’s remote Tibet region, state news agency Xinhua said, citing local authorities. More than 300 houses…
GENEVA, Switzerland — A Swiss and an Austrian woman kidnapped by suspected jihadists in Niger more than a year and a half ago were back in their home countries Thursday, after Libya reportedly intervened for their…
Group dining over Mediterranean cuisine, modern yakitori, and an Alabang hidden gem paint a picture of this week’s F&B scene...
WASHINGTON, United States — US President Donald Trump lashed out at NBA superstar LeBron James on Thursday for what he called disrespectful behavior during the playing of the national anthem. Trump posted a video of the…
This is the Daily Gospel of October 23, 2026, which is the Friday of the Twenty-ninth week in Ordinary Time.
With collagen smoothies, sea moss rituals, and beauty-inspired menus, the pursuit of a glow is becoming an edible affair...
MANILA, Philippines — The previous testimonies of six more witnesses who hold crucial information on drug-related killings under police operations, such as “Oplan Tokhang” and “One Time, Big Time,” are being sought for…
MANILA, Philippines — A Filipino was killed in an intercepted drone strike in Saudi Arabia, the country’s Ministry of Energy reported on Thursday. It said in a statement that a drone attempting to hit a Shaybah oil…
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino consumers can expect no further price increases on basic goods until the end of the year, as manufacturers have agreed to hold off on raising prices despite mounting input costs amid…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday said that small-scale Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos) continue to exist despite the ban on such hubs. Justice Undersecretary Nicholas Felix…
Three tech entrepreneurs in France said on Wednesday they had launched what they claimed was the first literary prize for books written with artificial intelligence (AI). Named the “Prix Pascal,” it does not have a jury…
MANILA, Philippines — The alleged financial backer of an intercepted P3.5 billion “shabu” (methamphetamine) shipment from Laos is now considered the “mastermind” behind the smuggling attempt, the chief of the Philippine…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines on Thursday warned the Chinese Embassy of possible “further diplomatic action” for its increasingly confrontational social media attacks against Filipino officials and lawmakers…
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Nxled is starting the habit of hosting a block party in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series. The Chameleons remain unbeaten in the season-opening tournament of the league’s 10th anniversary, but the most…
Barangay Ginebra will have to pick its poison on Friday when, barring a monumental collapse, it formalizes its entry to the quarterfinals at the close of the PBA Governors’ Cup group stage. The Gin Kings take on the…
MIAMI, United States — A US judge on Thursday issued President Donald Trump a December 11 deadline to testify under oath in his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC. Judge Enjolique Lett in Miami gave the…
Clyde Mondilla gunned down 10 birdies in a third round eight-under-par 64, leapfrogging to the top of the P2.5-million ICTSI South Pacific Championship and moving within another solid round of ending a two-year…
Jose Rizal University and Letran strengthened their positions in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament on Tuesday, taking contrasting routes to victory at San Juan Arena. Allen Laurenaria delivered the winning…
A quote attributed to Solon, a 6th century Athenian statesman and lawmaker, might well describe the country’s anti-plunder law. Solon noted that “laws are like spiders’ webs; if some poor, weak creature comes up against…
As October draws to a close, it behooves us to be reminded that October is National Indigenous Peoples (IP) Month. I am not an anthropologist, but a number of my major magazine feature articles and written works, an…
Grievance. Dissent. Identity. The French tradition of taking to the streets is more than a method of political dissent. It is a foundational element of the nation’s modern identity. In October 2026, France was struck by…
Fernando Amorsolo is often described as the artist who captured “Philippine sunlight” in his canvases. His works are bright in contrast to the somber masterpieces of 19th-century Filipino masters like Juan Luna and…
We have insisted that addressing the learning crisis begins with ensuring that every Filipino child can read with understanding and work confidently with numbers. These foundations matter, and we must sustain this focus…
This early, former Finance Undersecretary Cielo Magno has served notice of her intention to run for the Senate in the 2028 national elections. She is positioning herself as an alternative to traditional politicians who…
Last May 31, I reached a significant milestone in my academic journey as I completed my Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Cosmic Anthropology (ACA) program at the Asian Social Institute (ASI). “Cosmic what?” This I heard…
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KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine on Thursday accused Russia of failing to change its position on the war, by firing a wave of ballistic missiles just after US envoy Steve Witkoff met President Vladimir Putin to discuss the…
BEIJING, China — A strong 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck China’s Tibet region late Thursday and casualties have been reported, state news agency Xinhua said, citing local authorities. The report did not offer any…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has moved up the deadline for agencies to seek additional budget authorities by nearly two weeks as it races to assess remaining funding requests, with…
MANILA, Philippines — Expanding the country’s hydropower capability with an additional 25 gigawatts will require about P5 trillion in new investments, an energy official said Thursday. According to Ariel Fronda…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Bureau of Customs (BOC) have partnered to simplify the handling and inspection of shipments entering the country, including the disposal of confiscated…
MANILA, Philippines — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) raised its policy rate by half a percentage point to 5.5 percent on Thursday, delivering a bigger-than-expected increase as it stepped up its fight against…
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine merchandise exports could breach the $100-billion mark for the first time this year, as booming global demand for semiconductors and electronics continues to drive the country’s…
MANILA, Philippines — A proposed joint circular from the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) might undermine the government’s efforts to make the Philippine mining…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso sank to another record low on Thursday, extending its slide despite a larger-than-expected interest rate increase by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), as broad US dollar…
MANILA, Philippines — Investments at economic zones drew closer to reaching a record high in 2026 after the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (Peza) approved new projects that brought its year-to-date pipeline to…
MANILA, Philippines — The Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (Psalm) failed to realize at least P11.09 billion from the planned sale of a portion of its Diliman property, after prospective buyers were…
Authors’ Note: This is Step 2 of the six-step Strategy Logic Chain within the PILA Reasoning Stack (Problem, Insight, Logic, and Assumptions). Step 1, the Value Proposition, defines the value a company intends to…
MANILA, Philippines — Global payments firm Visa is exploring stablecoin use cases with Philippine banks and fintechs as it seeks to reduce the cost and friction of cross-border payments, amid still limited awareness and…
MANILA, Philippines — Customer expectations are shifting faster than ever, and delivering a superior customer service experience has become a significant differentiator in business. A number of these companies that have…
BEIJING (AP) — A magnitude 7 earthquake hit China’s Tibet on Thursday evening, with no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said the quake occurred at 10:33 p.m. local…
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Here are the lotto draw results of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) for Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026. Check these out.
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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) has completed nearly 400 prefabricated school buildings designed to withstand super typhoons and strong earthquakes, significantly cutting down construction time…
MANILA, Philippines — Several Bangsamoro organizations, civil society, and leaders appealed to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to meet Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) Chairperson Al Haj Murad Ebrahim before Oct. 30…
MANILA, Philippines—Three players won the ₱15 million MegaLotto 6/45 jackpot on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, while no player bagged the ₱430.86 million UltraLotto 6/58 jackpot, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes…
MANILA, Philippines — The University of Santo Tomas (UST) suspended in-person classes on Saturday, Oct. 24, following a bomb threat. In an advisory, the university ordered classes in all levels and office work to shift…
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — Police arrested a 45-year-old man and seized 14.4 grams of suspected “shabu” (crystal meth) worth P98,532. The cops also reportedly seized from the suspect six live rounds of ammunition…
LUCENA CITY, Quezon — Sea travel for all vessels in northern parts of Quezon province resumed on late Friday afternoon, Oct. 23. This schedule comes after the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical…
BACOLOD CITY – Some 25 associations of backyard hog raisers in Negros Occidental province have joined a three-day “pork holiday” called by the Agricultural Sector Alliance of the Philippines (AGAP) to protest mounting…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Loren Legarda has officially released a comprehensive, rapid-deployment 10-Point Policy Action Plan to counter an anticipated strong to very strong El Niño. According to a statement issued on…
MANILA, Philippines — Two SF-260 aircraft were involved in an incident during a training flight at Fernando Air Base in Lipa City, Batangas on Friday afternoon, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) confirmed. PAF spokesperson…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard on Friday warned that debris from China’s Long March 8A rocket may fall within Philippine waters. In an advisory, the Coast Guard District (CGD) – Palawan advised all…
P50-M bounty for capture of armed and dangerous Bato Dela Rosa – DILG Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla announced on Friday that Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa is now considered armed and dangerous and placed a P50…
MANILA, Philippines—The law firm representing Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa on Friday questioned the legal basis of the P50-million bounty for the senator’s arrest. “Every peso of a government reward must answer one…
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Third Division affirmed its earlier ruling to deny the move of former Sen. Bong Revilla to bar its chairperson, Associate Justice Karl Miranda, the sole judge who denied his bail…
MANILA, Philippines—The Commission on Audit (COA) has found several deficiencies in the implementation of over P17.27 billion worth of Department of Health (DOH) infrastructure projects involving the construction and…
MANILA, Philippines—Delivery riders may be protected from penalties for heat-related delays under a proposed labor advisory being drafted by the Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) to protect workers from the…
MANILA, Philippines—The Office of the Ombudsman is opening an “Investors’ Window” where business owners and investors can submit concerns about government officials or transactions that impede business operations…
(Satellite image from Pagasa) MANILA, Philippines — Typhoon Rosal, with an international name ‘Champi,’ slightly intensified as it continued to move away from the country, the state weather bureau said. In its 5 p.m…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday gave Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who has been in hiding following the issuance of an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant, one week to…
LUCENA CITY — A 24-year-old truck helper was killed, while the driver and a second helper were injured on Thursday after their vehicle reportedly suffered brake failure and overturned along the bypass road in Gumaca…
MANILA, Philippines — Electric vehicle owners can now charge at six tollway service facilities (TSFs) along the North Luzon Expressway, with two more set to open by December, NLEX Corp. said in a statement on Friday…
BUGUEY, Cagayan – Thousands of spectators feasted on mangrove crabs stuffed in roasted pigs on Friday during this year’s Crab, Mangrove and Nipa Festival in this Cagayan town. The event is an annual environmental and…
MANILA, Philippines — More than 80 individuals were apprehended in Makati City for alleged involvement in an “abusive” lending app operation, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said on Friday. In an interview…
LUCENA CITY — A five-year-old boy, who was reported to have been abducted in Calamba City in Laguna, was safely reunited with his family after he was found in the Rizal town of Tanay on Thursday. Calamba City police…
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — Police operatives arrested a high-value drug suspect, seizing from him around P367,200 worth of suspected meth or shabu during a joint buy-bust operation in Barangay Miputak, Dipolog…
MASINLOC, Zambales — Protecting a 7,558-hectare marine and coastal landscape requires more than enforcing environmental laws. It also means working with communities, creating livelihood opportunities, and building…
KANANGA, Leyte — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday inaugurated a P91-million solar-powered irrigation system in this town, a project expected to provide water to 155 hectares of farmland and benefit 66 farmers…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A policeman who went absent without leave, previously flagged for illegal drug use, was arrested along with a civilian in a buy-bust operation here yesterday afternoon. In an emailed advisory, the…
MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla has placed a P50 million bounty for Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa who is now considered armed and dangerous. “As of today, Sen. Bato will be considered armed and…
MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro will remain at the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) despite a recent leadership change, as the government considers her combative approach a “treasure” in…
TAGBILARAN CITY — More than 200 aspiring police officers from Bohol are expected to take the Philippine National Police Academy Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT) on Sunday, Oct. 25, as the province hosts the entrance…
MANILA, Philippines – Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian and Sen. Panfilo Lacson said there is no need for the House of Representatives to recall its 2027 General Appropriations Bill (GAB) as a response to the recent…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday said the government is expanding the use of solar-powered irrigation systems as the Super El Niño looms. He made the remarks during the inauguration of the…
IBA, Zambales — More than P146 million worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes and abandoned equipment were seized at a pier in Palauig, Zambales, as authorities formed a composite team to investigate the shipment and…
MANILA, Philippines — The National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) highlighted the importance of archaeological impact assessments (AIAs) as it marked International Archaeology Day this month. “Let us understand what…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Friday announced that it is set to bid out the P103.6-billion Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) concession this year. According to Transportation Sec…
MANILA, Philippines – The Senate hopes the House of Representatives will follow the example of the upper chamber as it considers cutting its 2027 budget by P2 billion, Sen. Panfilo Lacson said on Friday. The Senate…
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian on Friday raised concerns over the repeated extensions of estate tax amnesty programs, particularly the underlying reasons for the recurring need for such…
MANILA, Philippines – The Land Transportation Office (LTO) will deploy more than 100 personnel under Oplan Biyaheng Ayos–Undas 2026 to help ensure road safety and orderly traffic flow during the expected surge in…
DAVAO CITY — Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte filed a libel and cyberlibel complaint against several GMA News personalities, National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag, and former policeman Rodulfo…
MANILA, Philippines – Manila 6th District Rep. Bienvenido “Benny” Abante sought the help of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Friday for a potential cyberlibel complaint against vloggers. Abante visited the…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Bangsamoro parliament member Edrieza Hadji Nasser Rimbang on Friday denied any involvement in the attempted smuggling of P3.5-billion worth of illegal drug shipment from Laos, lamenting that…
MANILA, Philippines — Davao City first district Rep. Paolo Duterte on Friday filed libel and cyber libel complaints against National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag, dismissed police officer…
MANILA, Philippines — Typhoon Rosal (international name: Champi) slightly weakened as it continued to move further away from the country on Friday morning, the state weather bureau said. According to the Philippine…
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — Classes at all levels in public and private schools in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, were suspended on Friday due to Typhoon Rosal. Classes in other areas will proceed as scheduled unless separate…
LUCENA CITY — Police arrested a man for allegedly shooting and killing his wife in a dispute over financial support for their children in Antipolo City, Rizal, on Thursday morning. The suspect, a security guard employed…
LEGAZPI CITY — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Bicol is promoting reusable bottles and containers to reduce plastic waste and advance sustainable waste management and a circular economy. The…
UCENA CITY — Taal Volcano recorded 29 volcanic earthquakes and 20 volcanic tremors over 24 hours, indicating continued unrest, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported Friday. The…
LEGAZPI CITY — About 15,402 hectares of rice lands in Bicol are vulnerable to water shortages during the first cropping season of 2027 amid the threat of El Niño, according to the National Irrigation Administration…
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan has allowed the withdrawal of a Safe Spaces Act case against an Army colonel, ruling that the case should instead be filed before a Regional Trial Court (RTC). In a resolution…
MANILA, Philippines — Four eastbound lanes along Batasan/Commonwealth Avenue will be temporarily closed from Saturday to Sunday, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said. According to the DOTr in an advisory, four…
First of three parts Over the past several years, Filipinos are increasingly getting their news from social media feeds and video platforms instead of going directly to news websites, picking up newspapers or tuning in…
First of three parts Over the past several years, Filipinos are increasingly getting their news from social media feeds and video platforms instead of going directly to news websites, picking up newspapers or tuning in…
MANILA, Philippines — Two areas remained under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 2 as Typhoon Rosal maintained its strength while moving over the sea east of Batanes, the state weather bureau reported on Friday…
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman has called on government officials to properly liquidate any cash advance as failure to do so constitutes a violation of the Revised Penal Code. It issued the reminder…
MANILA, Philippines — Every drop counts, so conserve water by cutting into half the volume normally used for taking a bath and brushing one’s teeth, or collecting rainwater for other household tasks. This was the advice…
MANILA, Philippines — The alleged kickbacks delivered to former Ako Bicol party list Rep. Zaldy Co from then Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) engineer Henry Alcantara came with “acknowledgment receipts,” a…
MANILA, Philippines — A Senate bill seeks to exempt common areas within residential subdivisions and condominiums from real property taxes (RPT) to ease the financial burden on millions of middle-class homeowners. Sen…
MANILA, Philippines — Senators on Thursday sought the Department of Budget and Management’s (DBM) recommendations on how to adjust the proposed P7.2-trillion 2027 national budget following the Supreme Court’s ruling…
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) will challenge the Supreme Court’s ruling invalidating specific provisions of the 2024 and 2025 national budgets and restricting the release of…
MANILA, Philippines — Senate Majority Leader Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri challenged Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. to crack down on pork price manipulators, smugglers and excessive meat imports. He urged…
COTABATO CITY — Some 1,500 supporters of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) gathered at the city plaza here on Thursday to air their call for the elected Bangsamoro parties and district and sectoral…
MANILA, Philippines — Agricultural damage throughout the country due to the El Niño phenomenon has climbed to P8.57 billion, a 24.7-percent increase from the P6.87 billion recorded in September. According to the Oct. 21…
BAGUIO CITY — A 1970s mulberry enterprise in Benguet province is getting a new lease on life, thanks to a government initiative to rebuild the country’s sericulture industry and ensure a local supply of silk. Science…
LUCENA CITY, Quezon— The provincial government of Batangas is stepping up preparations to mitigate the potential effects of “super” El Niño on agriculture, livestock, public health and other sectors in the coming…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Oriental Mindoro served the dismissal order issued by the Office of the Ombudsman against Baco, Oriental Mindoro Mayor Allan…
MANILA, Philippines – VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Pacific 2027 has unveiled the eight organizations that will each represent a region as a partnered team. The list includes Crazy Raccoon, FULL SENSE, GAM Esports…
MANILA, Philippines – Whether you’re setting up a new device or configuring an existing one, parental controls are probably much easier to turn on than you think. Parental controls aren’t limited to one device, one app…
MANILA, Philippines – As demand for AI infrastructure puts pressure on memory-chip supplies, affordable smartphones are becoming a necessity as prices on new devices face mounting cost pressures worldwide. With more…
MANILA, Philippines – Bioware is shutting down. Bloomberg broke the story with a report that parent company Electronic Arts would be cutting around 400 jobs, about three percent of the company’s staff, including the…
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