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PVL: Jackie Acuña leads Nxled’s block party vs former teammates
MANILA, Philippines — Jackie Acuña, the lead host of Nxled’s non-stop block party this conference, was thrilled to go up against her former teammates-turned-Capital1 duo Vanie Gandler and Erika Santos on Saturday…
BI arrests Taiwanese in Cebu over P200M fraud syndicate
MANILA, Philippines —A Taiwanese national accused of leading a Manila-based fraud syndicate has been arrested by immigration authorities in Cebu City. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Bureau of Immigration (BI)…
UAAP: UE ends 30-game losing streak with win over Adamson
SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 basketball tournament – second round MANILA, Philippines— University of the East finally broke through in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament, defeating Adamson, 53-47, at Smart…
Duterte ICC legal team fights move to admit 2 expert reports
MANILA, Philippines — The defense lawyers of former President Rodrigo Duterte are opposing the introduction as evidence two supplemental studies cited by one of the prosecution’s expert witnesses, for lack of substance…
Ousted Paraguay president under house arrest after bank collapse
ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay — Ousted Paraguayan President Santiago Peña was placed under house arrest Friday on suspicion of breach of trust and influence peddling, among other charges, shortly after the Senate removed him from…
Spikers’ Turf: Greg Ancheta shines as NU rebounds, sweeps AFP
MANILA, Philippines — Facing assistant coach and Armed Forces of the Philippines setter Jessie Lopez, National University-Archipelago Builders beat the winless Cavaliers with a 25-14, 25-16, 25-19 victory to bounce back…
PCCI, PhilExport back expansion of BIR tax abatement program
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) and the Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (PhilExport) have welcomed the Bureau of Internal Revenue’s (BIR) plan to expand its one-time…
Sara Duterte camp: Prosecution failed to prove its case during trial
MANILA, Philippines —Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp on Saturday criticized the impeachment prosecution panel for depending on speculation and deceptive public comments. This development comes as the defense readies…
PBA: Mikey Williams finds his playoff touch in Converge breakthrough
MANILA, Philippines–Mikey Williams delivered the dagger blows that cemented Converge’s place in the semifinals of the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup while also evoking memories of previous playoff moments. His back-to-back…
‘Stranger Things’ universe expands with ‘Other Worlds’ prequel series
“Stranger Things” fans can look forward to another adventure as the creators of the hit sci-fi series announced an upcoming prequel, “Other Worlds: A Stranger Things Adventure,” set to premiere in 2028. Netflix…
Where Metro Cebu is growing: Three estates open new investment opportunities
Written by: Vaughn Alviar Metro Cebu’s growth is creating opportunities beyond its established commercial centers. Through Gatewalk, South Coast City and Seagrove, Ayala Land and its development partners are bringing…
PBA: Delta Pineda, Converge savor historic first trip to semifinals
MANILA, Philippines–Coach Delta Pineda is relishing the breakthrough achievement Converge pulled off on Friday when it finished off Rain or Shine to secure the franchise’s first-ever PBA semifinal appearance. The…
SEA Games 2027: Fencing, jujitsu, chess among sports affected
SINGAPORE–Singapore’s fencers may not have the opportunity to try and match their record haul of eight gold medals at the 2025 SEA Games, after several key events were dropped from the 2027 edition in Malaysia. This…
Sinulog 2027 security: Cebu City police plan to deploy over 3K
The Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) has begun laying out its security plans for the 2027 Sinulog festivities, identifying key religious and cultural activities that will require heightened police presence and outlining…
Shaping Tarlac’s future through growth and community at ALI’s Cresendo
Written by: IDr. Oren Loza Tarlac is entering an exciting period of growth, with new opportunities reshaping how people live, work and connect. At the center of this growth is Cresendo, Ayala Land’s 290-hectare estate…
Nightwatch patrol: Police nabs 8, seizes shabu, firearm in Cebu City
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Eight individuals were arrested by the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) during their fifth Weekly Nightwatch Aggressive Patrol in Cebu City, resulting in the seizure of suspected shabu and an…
Cebuana Banzon sends La Salle to UAAP Season 89 football finals
Cebuana footballer Jodi Banzon delivered the decisive penalty kick to propel De La Salle University past the University of the Philippines, 3-2, in a shootout and into the UAAP Season 89 Collegiate Women's Football…
Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino opens a new holiday chapter with its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony
This holiday season, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino officially flipped the page revealing its most anticipated Christmas tree lighting celebration on November 5, 2026. With the theme, The Grand Christmas Library…
Boying skips France trip over protests, bids Zaldy, Loren 'good luck'
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said Friday that the ongoing protests in the streets of France urged him to cancel his planned trip to that country, where he supposedly intended to meet with French officials regarding…
Jet Li, daughter make public appearance with Bhutan's king and queen
China-born action star Jet Li and his youngest daughter, Jada, recently met the king and queen of Bhutan during a visit to the Himalayan kingdom. The 63-year-old was in the country to attend a ceremony marking the…
Carlos Alcaraz saves match points to reach Paris Masters semis
PARIS–Carlos Alcaraz produced another miracle in the French capital as the seven-time Grand Slam champion fended off two match points to beat Taylor Fritz and reach the Paris Masters semi-finals on Friday. The…
Stabbing of senior taxi driver from Opon: Inayawan suspect nabbed
Swift police response led to the arrest of a 29-year-old man who allegedly robbed and stabbed a 60-year-old taxi driver in Barangay Mambaling early Saturday morning, November 7....
PVL: Nxled sweeps Capital1, moves closer to semifinals
MANILA, Philippines — Nxled remained unstoppable, sweeping the skidding Capital1, 25-13, 25-20, 25-18, to inch closer to the semifinals in the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series on Saturday at Philsports…
Taduran makes weight for third title defense vs Moreno
Filipino world champion Pedro Taduran made weight for his third title defense against unbeaten Spanish challenger Brandon Moreno in the United States. ...
Luka Doncic stays hot with 53 points, Lakers nip Blazers in NBA Cup
LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic scored 53 points and hit a key jumper in the lane with 28 seconds to play, carrying the Los Angeles Lakers to a 124-118 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night. Doncic produced…
DJ Kate Jagdon marries girlfriend in Denmark
Disc jockey Kate Jagdon and her girlfriend, Andrea Mahinay, have made it official as they tied the knot in an intimate ceremony held in Copenhagen, Denmark. Jagdon revealed this by sharing moments from their special day…
WTA apologizes after Pegula’s ‘diva’ remarks about Andreeva aired
INDIAN WELLS–Women’s Tennis Association chief Valerie Camillo apologized on Friday after a courtside microphone captured US star Jessica Pegula making disparaging comments about rival Mirra Andreeva. Pegula was plunged…
US support for Israel weakens amid political shift
JERUSALEM — In the space of about 24 hours, US President Donald Trump suggested cutting off aid to Israel, a staunch critic of Israel won a key Senate race and the vice president partly blamed his own party’s landslide…
Business, labor groups push China ties without sovereignty loss
MANILA, Philippines — Twenty business, labor, industry and civil society groups called on Saturday for stronger economic ties with China without compromising Philippine sovereignty as they backed the government’s push…
BI nabs Taiwanese linked to P200-M syndicated fraud
MANILA, Philippines — Immigration authorities arrested a Taiwanese national accused of leading a Manila-based fraud syndicate that allegedly swindled more than 200 Taiwanese victims out of over P200 million. The Bureau…
Tuburan’s Atabay Peak eyed for suspension bridge project by TIEZA
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — Have you ever visited Atabay Peak in Barangay Marmol, Tuburan, Cebu? The Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) is pushing to build a suspension bridge in the area as part of…
NBA: LeBron James has rough return to Cleveland in 76ers loss
CLEVELAND — LeBron James got a warm reception from Northeast Ohio fans when he was the last of the Philadelphia 76ers’ starters introduced before Friday night’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. That was the only…
LIVE: Alex Eala vs Maria Sakkari - Hong Kong Open semifinals
Second-seeded Alex Eala battles fourth seed Maria Sakkari in the Hong Kong Open semifinals. SCHEDULE: Alex Eala at Hong Kong Open November 7, Saturday – Center Court 4:00 p.m. (tentative) – Alex Eala vs Maria Sakkari…
108th Philippine Open at Manila Southwoods free to fans
CARMONA–The Manila Southwoods will allow fans to see all the action in the 108th Philippine Open for free, as the exclusive club does its share in promoting the game while making sure that Filipino bets in the $1…
Chilean Oscar-winning director Sebastian Lelio dies at 52
SANTIAGO, Chile — Chile’s Oscar-winning director Sebastian Lelio died in Santiago on Friday, Nov. 6, at the age of 52, his family reported. The Argentine-born filmmaker raised in Chile is best known for his 2017…
US envoy: No Pax Silica announcement planned at Asean summit
MANILA, Philippines — US Ambassador to the Philippines Lee Lipton said on Saturday, Nov. 7, that Washington had never planned to announce the proposed Pax Silica Economic Security Zone during or after the Association of…
PH ready for 49th Asean Summit, with 95% of preparations completed
MANILA, Philippines — Preparations for the Philippines’ hosting of the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit and Related Summits are already 95 percent complete, with organizers setting aside the…
5,730 job opportunities bring hope to 601 jobseekers in Santiago City
A total of 5,730 local and overseas job vacancies were made available to 601 jobseekers during the first Serbisyong Pang-Trabaho: Employment and Livelihood Caravan in Santiago City, Isabela, on November 6, providing…
Senate blocks reuse of dropped COA evidence in Duterte impeachment trial
The Senate impeachment court has blocked the reuse of evidence presented against Vice President Sara Duterte in the allegations against her that the House prosecution panel had dropped. The November 5 order from the…
IKEA Home furnishings bus brings a preview of everyday living solutions to Cebu
A home does not always need a major makeover to feel different. Sometimes, a better lighting setup, a few organizers, or a simple rearrangement of furniture can make everyday living more comfortable. Bringing these…
Visayas brace for rain as Cebu heat index remains at ‘extreme caution’ level
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Several parts of the Visayas are expected to experience cloudy skies and rain on Saturday, November 7, while Cebu’s heat index is forecast to reach 38 degrees Celsius, falling under the “extreme…
Heart Evangelista, John Prats begin filming reunion movie
Heart Evangelista and John Prats have officially reunited on set as they kicked off filming for their reunion movie slated for release in February 2027. Cornerstone Studios gave a glimpse of the first day of shooting…
NBA: Ajay Mitchell scores career-high 35, Thunder rout Grizzlies
MEMPHIS, Tennessee — Ajay Mitchell scored a career-high 35 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 28 and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Memphis Grizzlies 128-97 on Friday night in an NBA Cup group stage game…
NBA Cup: Alijah Martin's career game helps Raptors rout Bucks
MILWAUKEE — Alijah Martin scored a career-high 27 points and RJ Barrett also had 27 as the short-handed Toronto Raptors defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 121-107 in an NBA Cup game Friday night. Toronto outscored Milwaukee…
4 more lawmakers face flood control prelim probe — Ombudsman
MANILA, Philippines — Four more congressmen are under preliminary probe in connection with the anomalous flood control projects, the Office of the Ombudsman disclosed on Friday, November 6, 2026. Ombudsman Jesus Crispin…
Watsons goes beyond the numbers to support Filipinos living with diabetes
An estimated 4.7 million Filipino adults are living with diabetes, and more than half remain undiagnosed, making it a significant health concern in the country. But getting diagnosed is only the beginning. Managing…
Southversary 3 brings together local food and drink favorites at Ayala Malls Nuvali
From specialty matcha and Mexican horchata to tacos and artisanal gelato, Munch Meadows offers plenty to discover at South Trading Post's anniversary celebration....
China thanks PH for helping to repatriate 115 Chinese Pogo suspects
MANILA, Philippines — China acknowledged on Saturday the Philippines’ cooperation in the repatriation of more than 100 Chinese previously arrested in separate raids on suspected illegal offshore gaming hubs. The Chinese…
NBA Cup: Cooper Flagg, Mavericks defeat Jazz
DALLAS — Cooper Flagg scored 21 points and Kyrie Irving added 14 after a sluggish first half for both stars as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Utah Jazz 112-100 in an NBA Cup game Friday night. PJ Washington scored 22 of…
NBA: Trae Young says experience was 'different' in return to Atlanta
ATLANTA — After Trae Young was introduced last for the Washington Wizards on Friday night, he took the court before tipoff, went to the corner of the floor and settled himself. Then, he jogged over to Hawks coach Quin…
Meghan Markle’s father charged over child abuse material possession
The 82-year-old estranged father of Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, was arrested in Florida on Friday morning over allegations of possessing child sexual abuse material stored in California, authorities said…
NBA Cup: Cavaliers shut down 76ers, LeBron James in Cleveland
CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell scored 23 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers held LeBron James to eight points in his return to Northeast Ohio and rolled to a 119-95 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in an NBA Cup group…
NBA Cup: Hawks spoil Trae Young's Atlanta return, beat Wizards
ATLANTA — Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 28 points and the Atlanta Hawks held off the Washington Wizards 139-132 in an NBA Cup game Friday night. It was the third straight win for the Hawks and second straight against…
Rockwell Land goes bigger on retail, better on experience
Rockwell Land Corp. has doubled its retail footprint, giving its loyal patrons more spaces to shop and more reasons to stay. Following its acquisition of Alabang Town Center late last year, the property developer now…
Husband shoots neighbor dead over alleged affair with wife in Cebu City
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A personal grudge fueled by marital jealousy ended in a deadly shooting Thursday night in Barangay Sawang Calero, leaving a 37-year-old e-bike driver dead and another man in police custody. The…
NBA Cup: Jayson Tatum, Celtics demolish Hornets
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina — Jayson Tatum had 34 points, nine assists and eight rebounds, Derrick White added 18 points and the Boston Celtics demolished the Charlotte Hornets 119-80 on Friday night for their seventh win…
Salu Salo Market and Cabana Club hold Matcha Social Fest at Bigger Pictures this November
Matcha lovers have another weekend market to look forward to! Salu Salo Market and Cabana Club are set to host Matcha Social Fest on November 28–29, 2026, at Bigger Pictures, Mandaluyong City. The two-day event will…
Kristaps Porzingis steps away from NBA with undisclosed health issue
SAN FRANCISCO — Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis announced he is stepping away from basketball to prioritize his health due to an undisclosed matter in a social media post on Friday. Porzingis did not…
Basil Valdez celebrates 75th birthday with ‘Salamin ng Buhay’ concert
In celebration of his 75th birthday, OPM icon Basil Valdez is set to stage the “Salamin ng Buhay,” a concert featuring his classic hits from his decades-long music career. The special concert, set for two shows on Nov…
Alex Eala faces tough test vs Maria Sakkari in Hong Kong Open semis
MANILA, Philippines, Less than 24 hours after surviving a tough test, Alex Eala faces another stiff challenge against Greek former World No. 3 Maria Sakkari in the Hong Kong Open semifinals on Saturday. The…
A place for every version of you
A home is more than just a place to clock out from the demands of everyday life. For a young professional, it can serve as a blank canvas where ideas are scattered across couches and marble tabletops, and where one gets…
Sanya Lopez fronts FHM Philippines’ comeback under new management
Sanya Lopez leads the comeback of FHM Philippines as its cover girl for the magazine’s November 2026 edition, marking the return of the men’s lifestyle brand under a new digital-first direction. Lopez was officially…
Padilla files counter-affidavit in obstruction of justice case
MANILA – Senator Robin Padilla on Friday appeared before the Department of Justice (DOJ) in Manila for a preliminary investigation into the obstruction of justice case filed against him, submitting his counter-affidavit…
The biggest E-commerce Expo for business owners, online sellers & content creators is all set
What does it take to stand out online? From presenting products through live selling to creating engaging content and building a recognizable personal brand, digital commerce is changing how entrepreneurs connect with…
The new rules of going out
By a certain measure, it would seem that the Filipino consumer hasn’t lost the appetite to shop, dine or travel. A cursory look at the country’s biggest malls and busiest airports would suggest that many Filipinos…
Dennis Trillo slams use of Jennylyn Mercado's childhood abuse story as party decor
A fuming Dennis Trillo called out an event styling business for using a newspaper featuring a headline about his wife, actress Jennylyn Mercado, from when she suffered abuse as a child as part of its party decorations…
Cremation scandal: Bulacan couple, helper charged over dumped animal remains
CITY OF SAN JOSE DEL MONTE, Bulacan — A couple who runs a pet crematorium and their employee have been charged before the City of San Jose del Monte Prosecutor’s Office in connection with the dumping of 25 dead pets in…
When housing supply doesn’t solve the housing problem
The Philippine housing backlog is estimated to reach 3.7 million units between 2022 and 2028, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). Meanwhile, housing production from 2022 to the end of 2025 totaled…
We’ve got it all for you—and a whole lot of wow
For a moment, you might just forget you’re standing inside a shopping mall. The soaring ceiling could easily belong to an international airport, while the expansive 1-hectare indoor garden, bathed in beautiful natural…
Pagasa warns of dangerous heat index in 3 areas on Saturday
MANILA, Philippines — Three areas are expected to continue experiencing dangerous heat levels on Saturday, Nov. 7, according to the state weather bureau. In its 5 p.m. heat index forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric…
Why Beijing wants us to go quiet
Last Tuesday, Secretary Tess Lazaro and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke by phone. Our DFA called the conversation frank, pragmatic and constructive. Both sides agreed to keep talking, manage differences and avoid…
Bohol PB member pushes sustained cloud seeding to protect farms
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – A Bohol Provincial Board member is pushing for sustained cloud-seeding operations in the province to help protect crops from extreme heat and mitigate agricultural losses. Board Member Lucille…
Dolly Parton's manager drops lawsuit against nephew
The manager of United States country music legend Dolly Parton dropped a civil lawsuit against the singer’s nephew on Thursday, Nov. 5, US media reported, after a row enveloped the late musician’s estate. The lawsuit…
Robredo urged to make 2028 presidential bid decision by January
LEGAZPI CITY — Former Vice President and Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo should decide by January 2027 whether to seek the presidency in 2028, giving her ample time to prepare for the campaign. Naga City Vice Mayor Gaby…
Vertical dramas: Filipinos' new favorite pastime
(Editor’s Note: This article serves as the first of a two-part series about why vertical dramas have become so popular with Filipinos they could be reshaping the filmmaking landscape.) A genius heiress named Linda…
Paraguay's impeached President Peña put under house arrest
ASUNCION, Paraguay—Paraguayan authorities placed impeached President Santiago Peña under house arrest on Friday, shortly after his removal from office over a massive banking crisis. “He will remain under house arrest at…
CCRA: Cebu City tax hikes to hurt businesses, jobs
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — Any increase in local taxes at this time is expected to hurt households and businesses alike, which are already struggling “under difficult economic conditions,” according to Nathaniel Chua…
LOOK: Rodil Zalameda sworn in as new chief justice
MANILA, Philippines — Rodil Zalameda was sworn in on Friday as the country’s 28th chief justice, a day after Malacañang announced his appointment. All 15 members of the Supreme Court en banc attended the oathtaking…
Cornell faculty vote no-confidence in leadership over alleged gang rape
NEW YORK, United States—Faculty members at Cornell University on Friday passed a no-confidence resolution against the elite college’s leadership over its handling of an alleged gang rape that has sparked outcry in the…
Paraguay Senate impeaches president over banking crisis
ASUNCION, Paraguay—Paraguay‘s Senate on Friday impeached President Santiago Peña over a banking crisis that left millions of people unable to access their deposits. Senators voted overwhelmingly to remove Peña from…
How we can be healthier with wearables
From happiness and stress to longevity and midlife health, insights from the Garmin Health Summit 2026 show how wearables are moving beyond fitness....
SC upholds 5-year terms for barangay, SK officials; next polls set for Nov. 2028
MANILA, Philippines – The Supreme Court (SC) has declared Republic Act No. 12326 constitutional, upholding the extension of the terms of office of barangay officials and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) members to five years…
Coby Rosario is not just a kid on set
In his short film “Meurdona,” student filmmaker Coby Rosario explores what happens after a relationship’s honeymoon phase....
Daily Gospel, November 7, 2026
This is the Daily Gospel of November 7, 2026, which is the Saturday of the Thirty-first week in Ordinary Time.
Silicon Valley faces Democratic reckoning after betting on Trump
San Francisco—Silicon Valley bosses who spent two years cozying up to US President Donald Trump now face a Democratic Congress already threatening subpoenas, after midterm elections in which antipathy toward artificial…
Boying: France trip scrapped; 'good luck' to Zaldy, Loren
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday said the continuing streets protests in France made him cancel his planned trip to that country, where he supposedly intended to liaise with French officials regarding…
PH sets investment pitch at Asean meet
The Philippines will seek to drum up investments in agriculture, energy, advanced manufacturing and the digital economy as regional business leaders and investors gather in Manila for the Association of Southeast Asian…
Gibo slams China's 'Threat of Censorship'
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. accused China of attempting to silence Philippine officials who speak out against its actions in the West Philippine Sea, describing Beijing’s call to restrain Filipino politicians…
ICC prosecutors seek further protection for witnesses vs Duterte
The prosecution in the International Criminal Court (ICC) has asked the trial chamber presiding over former President Rodrigo Duterte’s case to provide in-court protection and other measures to ensure the safety…
Big oil price cuts seen, tied to Trump poll rout
The motoring public is expected to get a big break from elevated fuel prices over renewed optimism that the Middle East war will end after Democrats won control of the United States Congress. Jetti Petroleum president…
PBA: Beermen use mighty third quarter to forge do-or-die vs Kings
SCHEDULE: 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals When San Miguel Beer guard Chris Ross finds a reason to get mad and be motivated this late in his career, he turns into the effective two-way player everyone knows…
Padilla to Bato: 'Naiinggit ako sa'yo' amid ICC warrant
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Robinhood “Robin” Padilla said he envied his colleague, Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who has gone into hiding following the issuance of an arrest warrant against him by the International…
Tabuena starts long road back to full recovery
CARMONA—Miguel Tabuena has officially withdrawn from the Asian Tour’s 108th Philippine Open that tees off on Thursday as a left thumb injury that hampered his performance in Macau and had him pulling out after 13 holes…
UAAP: UP guns for Final Four spot, looks to beat Ateneo again
SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 basketball tournament – second round University of the Philippines puts a six-game winning streak on the line and at the same time, the Fighting Maroons also try to extend a win streak against…
Respect drives High Speed Hitters to be at their best against Cool Smashers
Savi Davison and PLDT have made a habit of rising to the occasion when facing Creamline, with the High Speed Hitters winning seven of their last eight meetings against the 11-time PVL champions. Davison poured in 22…
PH sugar industry leaders firm on export ban despite increased US quota
BACOLOD CITY—Despite securing an additional 9,151 metric tons (MT) of raw sugar export quota from the United States for fiscal year 2027, industry leaders on Wednesday reiterated their opposition to exporting domestic…
Alex Eala beats Ruzic, barges into Hong Kong Open semis
MANILA, Philippines – Second seed Filipino Alexandra Eala defeated Croatian Antonia Ruzic, 7-6 (7), 7-5, Friday night to reach the WTA 250 Prudential Hong Kong Open semifinals at Victoria Park Tennis Stadium outdoor…
A love letter to computer science
They say that if you pursue something you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. In that case, this must be what it’s like to fall out of love. I knew I liked coding from the first time I made a webpage. It was…
Hope for democracy in the world
I join the American majority who must be very pleased at the outcome of their midterm election last Tuesday, with the Democratic Party getting clear control not only in the House of Representatives—as strongly predicted…
When indigenous children find their voice
Before Yuto Onsad became a teacher, he was a child afraid to speak. In a regular school, unfamiliar language, discrimination, and fear of ridicule silenced him. His father transferred him to Pamulaan Elementary School…
Q3 PH farm output slumps by hefty 5%
MANILA, Philippines — The sharp drop in palay and corn output due to weather disturbances and high input costs pulled down the country’s total farm production in the third quarter by a hefty 5 percent to P389.42…
PH jobless rate inched up to 5.4% in Sept
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ unemployment rate rose modestly in September as job creation failed to keep pace with the growing labor force, pointing to mixed conditions in the country’s labor market. The…
Poll: Q3 GDP seen accelerating to 2.8% as spending picks up
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine economy could snap a four-quarter streak of slowing growth in the third quarter on the back of improving government spending and resilient exports, though the expansion is likely to…
PH banks remain resilient despite rise in NPLs, says BSP
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine banks remained in good shape in the first half of the year despite a rise in bad loans, with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) citing strong earnings, ample liquidity, adequate…
Deutsche Bank raises 2026 PH inflation forecast to 5.9%
MANILA, Philippines — German lender Deutsche Bank raised its full-year inflation forecast for the Philippines to 5.9 percent following the faster-than-expected October consumer price jump, though it maintained that the…
As operational technology security matures, PH firms must address emerging risks
MANILA, Philippines — Operational technology (OT) systems keep critical industrial processes, equipment, and infrastructure running. As organizations in the Philippines continue to digitize their operations and connect…
Robinsons Land sustains momentum with P13.4-B profit
MANILA, Philippines — Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC) increased its consolidated net income by 11 percent to P13.4 billion in the January to September period, following the steady growth across its businesses. RLC on Friday…
Converge earnings slipped to P8.1B at end-September
MANILA, Philppines — Converge ICT Solutions Inc. saw its bottom line dip in the first three quarters of 2026, as rising costs offset modest revenue gains fueled by its booming enterprise business. On Friday, the fiber…
Nickel mining, power bolster DMCI Holdings’ 9-mo result
MANILA, Philippines — DMCI Holdings Inc. posted a 28-percent rise in profit during the first nine months of 2026, with its businesses driving higher earnings, particularly power and nickel mining. The Consunji-led…
D&L Industries posts stronger Jan-Sept bottom line
MANILA, Philippines — D&L Industries Inc., a listed specialty food ingredients and oleochemicals producer, is well on track for double-digit income growth this year after its diversified business segments emerged…
Temu joins Philippine fight vs counterfeiting
MANILA, Philippines — Chinese e-commerce platform Temu has agreed to cooperate with the Philippines’ campaign to rid online marketplaces of counterfeit goods. Temu signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the…
DOF seeks P724-m South Korean grant for healthcare
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Finance (DOF) has requested a P724-million grant from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) to fund an initiative under the broader Universal Health Care program for…
Fisheries slump extends to 4th year — PSA
MANILA, Philippines — The country’s fisheries production has declined for four consecutive third quarters as various subsectors have decreased, according to data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). Data from…
PBA: Converge reaches first semifinals after ousting Rain or Shine
SCHEDULE: 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals MANILA, Philippines–Converge secured its first-ever PBA semifinal appearance after finishing off Rain or Shine, 120-109, in Game 4 of their 2026 Governors’ Cup…
Lotto results for Nov. 6, 2026
Here are the lotto draw results of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) for Friday, Nov. 6, 2026. Check these out....
Nation
DENR on maximum alert vs wildfires amid ‘very strong’ El Niño
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has elevated wildfire prevention to maximum alert status nationwide as the onset of a “Very Strong” El Niño triggers extreme heat and…
Pagasa: Cloudy skies, rains to affect most of PH on Sunday
MANILA, Philippines — Cloudy skies with rains may continue to affect parts of the country on Sunday, Nov. 8, due to the persistence of three weather systems, the state weather bureau reported. In its 4 p.m. weather…
DepEd prioritizes 1st-time recipients in laptop rollout for teachers
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) has issued guidelines for the distribution of 231,725 newly procured laptops to public school teachers, with nationwide deployment scheduled to begin on Nov. 9…
Prosecution questions alleged lavish card spending by VP Duterte husband
MANILA, Philippines — A House impeachment prosecutor said Saturday that the alleged lavish credit card spending of Vice President Sara Z. Duterte’s husband, lawyer Manases “Mans” Carpio, is among the key issues the…
PNP logs 8 cybercrime convictions, 144 referred cases in October
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) recorded eight cybercrime convictions and 144 referred cases that involved various online offenses for the month of October. According to the PNP, the eight…
Prosecution: Answer Sara Duterte’s alleged ₱818-M unexplained wealth
MANILA, Philippines — The House prosecution panel is urging the defense team of Vice President Sara Z. Duterte to address nearly ₱818 million in alleged unexplained wealth as the Senate impeachment court prepares to…
Sara Duterte defense lacks counter-witness on P817M asset gap — Kapunan
MANILA, Philippines — The defense team of Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio has failed to present an expert witness to counter the financial findings of the prosecution panel, lawyer Lorna Kapunan said Saturday…
Kapunan questions P568-M gap between Cale88 sales, bank inflows
MANILA, Philippines — House private prosecutor Lorna Kapunan on Friday raised questions over a massive P568-million discrepancy between the declared sales and actual bank deposits of Cale88 Foods Corp., a firm linked to…
BOC: P4.1M illegal cigarettes seized in Negros Occidental
MANILA, Philippines — Around P4.1 million worth of illegal cigarettes hidden inside a refrigerated van was seized by authorities in Negros Occidental, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) reported. The BOC said on Saturday, Nov…
BFAR gears up for sardine fishing ban in northeastern Mindanao
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Commercial and municipal sardine fishing across 11 coastal towns and cities in northeastern Mindanao will temporarily halt starting next month. This comes after marine scientists warned…
Surigao del Sur vegetable growers tap smartphone apps to wipe pests
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — For years, local vegetable growers in the agricultural town of San Miguel in Surigao del Sur have followed a costly and exhausting routine. This practice constitutes dousing their plots…
2 nabbed in illegal fuel operation in Batangas City
LUCENA CITY—Two men were arrested for allegedly engaging in the unauthorized transfer and trading of petroleum products during an anti-illegal fuel operation in Batangas City on Friday, Nov. 6, police said. The Police…
Ridon calls VP Duterte spox remarks a ‘deluded statement’
MANILA, Philippines — Impeachment trial prosecutor and Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon called the camp of Vice President Sara Duterte’s claim that the House prosecution had failed to establish its case a “deluded…
PCG flags registration, clearance violations of 2 capsized boats
LUCENA CITY—The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is telling boat owners and operators to comply with maritime safety regulations and secure the necessary permits and registration papers before sailing. The action comes…
DA warns Eastern Visayas farmers, fishers as El Niño worsens dry spell
TACLOBAN CITY — Farmers and fisherfolk in Eastern Visayas were urged by the Department of Agriculture (DA) to take precautions against extreme heat. The request comes as prolonged dry conditions due to the effects of…
DepEd issues guidelines for laptop turnover to public school teachers
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) has issued the guidelines for the distribution of more than 231,000 laptops to public school teachers ahead of its nationwide rollout on Monday, Nov. 9. “We want…
Supreme Court sets guidelines in quantifying child support
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has come up with guidelines in computing the amount of child support in cases where there is no written agreement or where adjustments are needed. The Guidelines on Fixing of…
Deaf passenger wins discrimination case vs ex-AirAsia crew
MANILA, Philippines — A court has convicted a former AirAsia senior cabin crew member of discriminating against three deaf passengers who were offloaded from a flight in 2017. The Municipal Trial Court in Cities (MTCC)…
Private operator takes over 2,100 CCTV cameras at Naia
MANILA, Philippines — Through the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia) public-private partnership concession agreement, the operational control of more than 2,100 closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras at the…
LTO suspends license of driver who hit rider with baseball bat
MANILA, Philippines—The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has put under preventive suspension the license of a driver who was caught on video hitting a motorcycle rider with a baseball bat. This happed during a road rage…
LTO suspends license of SUV driver linked to cellphone seller’s death
MANILA, Philippines—The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has placed a driver’s license under preventive suspension and ordered the impounding of his sport utility vehicle (SUV). These actions come following an incident…
Baguio task force seizes 81 kilos of spoiled fish in supermarket inspection
BAGUIO CITY—A total of more than 81 kilograms of spoiled fish were confiscated by city authorities during an inspection of supermarkets in the city’s central business district and along Magsaysay Avenue recently. In a…
In Photos: A glimpse of birdlife in Cabusao wetlands
MANILA, Philippines — From great egrets spreading their wings across the sky to collared kingfishers perched along muddy shores, the Cabusao Wetlands Critical Habitat in Camarines Sur is home to various bird species…
Three-month sardines fishing ban in Tacloban’s Sogod Bay starts Dec. 1
TACLOBAN CITY— Sardine fishing in Sogod Bay in Southern Leyte will be suspended for three months beginning Dec. 1. The move is meant to allow fish stocks to replenish and reproduce, which is part of the government’s…
Sara Duterte’s spox: Prosecution in impeach trial failed to prove its case
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp on Saturday accused the impeachment prosecution panel of relying on speculation and misleading public statements. The allegation comes as the defense prepares to…
Civilians surrender guns to military in Tacurong City
COTABATO CITY — Twelve assorted firearms and other war materiel were voluntarily surrendered to the 2nd Mechanized Infantry Battalion. The turnover was done during a ceremony held in Barangay Tina, Tacurong City, Sultan…
Maguindanao del Sur village councilman survives ambush
COTABATO CITY — An unidentified gunman tried, but failed, to kill a village councilman in Datu Piang, Maguindanao del Sur on Friday, Nov. 6, police said. Capt. Steffi Salanguit, spokesperson of Police Regional…
Amihan, easterlies, shear line to bring rains across country
MANILA, Philippines — A shear line is forecast to affect the eastern section of southern Luzon, while the northeast monsoon (amihan) and the easterlies are expected to bring rains over parts of the country on Saturday…
Heatwave fuels 54% fire surge in Northern Mindanao
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — As a punishing weekend heatwave threatens to push this city’s heat index into the “danger” zone. This condition comes as authorities are raising the alarm over a deadly 54-percent spike in fire…
Legarda seeks inquiry on dumping of pet remains
Sen. Loren Legarda on Friday filed Senate Resolution No. 759 calling for an investigation into the alleged dumping of remains of dogs and cats in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. “Our pets are cherished members of our…
Palace wants probe on why Romualdez allowed aide
Malacañang on Friday called for a “deeper” investigation into why Martin Romualdez was allowed to have a personal aide assist him in the New Quezon City Jail—where the former Speaker and President Marcos’ cousin is…
SC upholds law extending barangay, SK officials’ terms
The Supreme Court has affirmed the constitutionality of the law that amended the terms of office of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (BSK) officials and deferred the elections to another two years. Then Associate…
Cheers, jeers greet Zalameda appointment as SC chief
Associate Justice Rodil Zalameda on Friday took his oath as the 28th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, with a promise to maintain judicial independence and integrity. In the oath administered by Senior Associate…
Impeach court: COA docs for Article 1 can’t be used for 2
The Senate impeachment court has decided to reject the reuse of the evidence that was presented against Vice President Sara Duterte in the allegations against her that the House prosecution panel had dropped. According…
New BARMM education chief vows improved learning outcomes
COTABATO CITY—The newly appointed education minister of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) vowed to improve learning outcomes in the region as part of its promise to effectively deliver the…
Ibagiw festival showcases Baguio’s evolving creative scene
BAGUIO CITY—Artists and craftsmen in this city opened the 2026 annual Ibagiw Creative Festival on Friday to showcase Baguio’s evolving art scene, on the run-up to its 10th anniversary in 2027 as the country’s pioneer…
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