CICC apologizes for inconvenience caused by Discord ban
The Department of Information and Communications Technology"s (DICT) Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) apologized Thursday for the inconvenience caused by its order that temporarily banned media…
Reporters are still blocked from the White House after judge's order to restore their access
NEW YORK — A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s ban of three news outlets from the White House, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored. Reporters…
Discord ban reversal tests new playbook for platforms
The government’s quick block-and-release of Discord is shaping up as a new pressure tactic against global digital platforms, using access to the Philippine…
Grade 7 student, sugatan matapos umanong pagpapaluin ng patpat ng kaniyang guro sa Bacolod City
Sugatan ang isang Grade 7 student na lalaki matapos umano siyang pagpapaluin ng patpat ng kaniyang guro na lalaki rin sa loob ng silid-aralan sa isang eskuwelahan sa Bacolod City.
Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197,000, the lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare
WASHINGTON — Fewer people applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week, as U.S. jobless claims remain at historically low levels and most Americans enjoy job security. The Labor Department said Thursday that 197,000…
AREIT Inc. is cutting its reliance on offices as a P17.3-billion asset infusion from sponsor Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) pushes retail and hospitality to their…
CNN, MS NOW and Politico denied access to White House despite judge's order
CNN, MS NOW and Politico journalists were barred from the White House even after a federal judge deemed Trump's ban likely unconstitutional and ordered their access immediately restored.
SINGAPORE – Alex Eala suffered one of the most shocking defeats of her young professional career after absorbing a heartbreaking 6-4, 5-7, 3-6 setback to…
Trump welcomes Xi to Washington looking for a trade win
US President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House on Thursday for a lavish state summit expected to be heavy on symbolism but light on substance.
Alex Eala’s Singapore Tennis Open campaign came to an early end after the third-seeded Filipino suffered a 6-4, 5-7, 3-6 upset to world No. 180 Tatiana…
France says ICC warrant posed no obstacle to Netanyahu overflight
France defended its decision to let Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plane cross its airspace, saying international law did not require action despite an ICC arrest warrant.
MANILA, Philippines — World No. 180 Tatiana Prozorova of Russia pulled the rug from under Alex Eala of the Philippines, 4-6, 7-5, 6-3, in the round of 16 of the 2026 Singapore Open on Thursday night at the Kallang…
Who is Vic Rodriguez, petitioner vs. Sara Duterte impeachment vote threshold?
A former trusted ally of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is leading the charge against the Senate impeachment court's move that changed the 16-vote threshold needed to convict Vice President Sara Duterte in her…
Vic Rodriguez petitions SC on the legality of VP Sara's impeachment threshold
A petition was filed by former Executive Secretary Vic Rodriguez before the Supreme Court questioning the legality of the Senate impeachment court’s order…
Prosecution seeks subpoena for Trillanes in Sara Duterte impeachment trial
The prosecution in the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte has asked that the impeachment court issue a subpoena for the appearance of former Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV next week.
Unearthed medieval church sheds light on Greenland's viking past
COPENHAGEN,Denmark — The discovery of a medieval church in Greenland has unveiled important clues about how Viking society on the island was organized over 800 years ago, the National Museum of Denmark said Thursday…
Bong Go, umaasang magiging host ang Pilipinas ng Asian Games
Matapos dumalo sa Asian Games sa Nagoya, Japan, inihayag ni Senador Christopher “Bong” Go ang kanyang suporta sa planong pag-bid ng Pilipinas upang maging host…
Jeepney operators ply routes as drivers head back to provinces
As a number of jeepney drivers have returned to their provinces as the fuel crisis due to the Middle East conflict is cutting into their earnings, some operators have to drive their vehicles themselves.
MANILA, Philippines — Kathlyn Bugna continued to make a strong case as one of the country’s most promising young tennis players, sweeping three titles, including two singles crowns, in the Bagong Pilipinas Juniors Age…
Bong Go, nagpaabot ng tulog sa mga biktima ng trahedya sa Coron
Nagpaabot ng tulong-pinansyal si Senador Christopher “Bong” Go sa mga nasagip at sa pamilya ng mga nasawi sa nasunog na MV June Aster sa Coron, Palawan noong…
PCSO Lotto Results: Lotto 6/42 prize tops P58M as no winners in major jackpot draws on September 24
There were no winners of the two major lotto draws on September 24, 2026 as the Lotto 6/42 prize rose to over P58 million, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) announced on Thursday.
Philippine Academy of Aesthetic Surgery says medical mission followed safety protocols
The Philippine Academy of Aesthetic Surgery (PAAS) defended its surgical mission in Lemery, Batangas, saying it did not violate any rules and that patient safety remained its top priority.
India to host first cycling world championships in 2032
MONTREAL, Canada — Cycling's Road World Championships will head to India for the first time as the 2032 edition was awarded to the world's most populous nation on Wednesday. Pune -- a city of around seven million…
Alex Eala falls to Tatiana Prozorova to exit early in Singapore Tennis Open
Alexandra “Alex” Eala suffered an early exit in the Singapore Tennis Open after falling short against Tatiana Prozorova, 6-4, 5-7, 3-6 in the Round of 16 on Thursday.
Unbeaten Gilas 3×3 teams reach Asian Games semis after contrasting wins
Gilas Women breeze past Singapore, while Gilas Men survive Chinese Taipei as they move within a win of giving the Philippines its first Asian Games medal in 3x3 basketball
MAUREPAS, France — Feeling a little nervous, 21-year-old Thao Bounlay raps three times on the glass door of a church near Paris, declaring to the parish his decision to be baptized. Some 600 Mass-goers pack the creaking…
The Sandiganbayan Third Division confirmed Thursday that the camp of former House Speaker Martin Romualdez has not yet submitted a petition for bail for his…
PH gets first 2026 Asian Games gold from Carlos Yulo; Gilas 3x3 teams advance to semis
The Philippines won its first gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games as Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo ruled the men"s floor exercise final in artistic gymnastics on Thursday in Japan.
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) expects no heavy rains in the next three to four days. Pagasa is monitoring Tropical Storm Queenie…
EXCLUSIVE: EDSA Busway budget not yet fully utilized—DBM
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said the budget of the EDSA Busway this year is not yet fully utilized, the reason why they haven't provide…
Fallen Balete tree leaves 1 woman dead, 2 others hurt amid heavy rain in QC
A woman died while two other persons were injured after a large balete tree fell on them during a heavy torrent of rain in Quezon City on Thursday afternoon.
Sandiganbayan allows Romualdez to attend pre-trial via videoconference
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Third Division has allowed former House Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez to attend his pre-trial proceedings via videoconference on Friday, September 25. Third Division Clerk…
SC asked to void impeachment court ruling on vote threshold for Sara Duterte's conviction
Former Executive Secretary Vic Rodriguez has asked the Supreme Court to declare null and void the September 23 ruling of the Senate impeachment court in the trial of the impeached Vice President Sara Duterte. Rodriguez…
Pangilinan challenges DOJ, NBI to go after 'untouchable' agri smugglers
Senator Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan challenged the DOJ and the NBI to detain those whom he called "untouchable smugglers" disrupting the country's food security.