Mary Jane Veloso comes home to family, grandchildren
MANILA, Philippines — Visibly exhausted but finally home, Mary Jane Veloso arrived at her family’s house in Natividad, Nueva Ecija, on Saturday evening, Sept. 26, where she was welcomed by her loved ones with a cake, a…
Scientists map gene activity in brain's prefrontal cortex
WASHINGTON - Scientists have created a detailed map of gene activity within a crucial part of the brain called the prefrontal cortex, gaining insight into normal development and major brain disorders such as Alzheimer's…
Abra de Ilog-Puerto Galera road reopens after landslide
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Abra de Ilog–Puerto Galera Road in Sitio Lukutan, Barangay Udalo, Abra de Ilog town reopened on Friday, Sept. 25, following clearing operations, but motorists were urged to exercise…
Bong Go, nagbigay ng tulong sa mga biktima ang sunog sa Parañaque
Nanguna si Senador Christopher “Bong” Go nitong Huwebes, Setyembre 24, sa pamamahagi ng tulong sa 132 indibidwal na naapektuhan ng kamakailang sunog sa…
LAPID: 5-YEAR BARANGAY, SK TERM CAN SAVE BILLIONS FOR PUBLIC AID
Sen. Lito Lapid expressed support for the new law fixing the term of office of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan officials at five years, saying the measure…
Death toll from Indonesia ferry sinking jumps to 64
JAKARTA, Indonesia — The death toll after a ferry sank in Indonesia’s Java Sea almost two weeks ago has jumped to 64, an official said on Saturday, as rescuers extended the search for dozens still missing. The Virgo…
Sara Duterte itinangging kilala si Gracioso, tumanggap ng pera mula rito
Itinanggi ni Vice President Sara Duterte nitong Sabado na kilala niya si Rodulfo Gracioso Jr., ang dating pulis na nagsilbing security officer ni dating Speaker Lord Allan Velasco, at hindi rin siya nakatanggap ng pera…
Minimum wage in Central Visayas to rise by P42 per day
CEBU CITY — Minimum wage earners in Central Visayas will receive a P42 daily wage increase, while domestic workers or kasambahays in the region will get a P500 monthly increase, Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino…
PBA on Tour: Aaron Fuller, Rain or Shine beat import-less TNT
MANILA, Philippines–Rain or Shine turned back import-less TNT, 98-94, on Saturday to claim the final game of the PBA On Tour exhibition series in Candon, Ilocos Sur. Import Aaron Fuller and rookie Deo Cuajao scored the…
Mary Jane Veloso, muling nakasama ang pamilya matapos palayain mula sa kulungan
Emosyonal na muling nagkapiling ng dating overseas Filipino worker na si Mary Jane Veloso ang kaniyang pamilya nitong Sabado matapos nang makalaya mula sa bilangguan.
SCHEDULE: Alex Eala, Team Philippines at Asian Games tennis
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–Filipino Alex Eala leads Team Philippines’ campaign in the tennis competitions of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games…
LEGAZPI CITY — Residents rescued a green sea turtle (pawikan) believed to be about 50 years old after finding it stranded along the shoreline of Sitio Banago, Barangay Alimsog in Santo Domingo, Albay on Friday, Sept…
'Ambon, Ulan, Baha' takes a hard look into greed and the climate crisis
The award-winning musical, which only runs this weekend, takes a dramatic approach to educating Filipinos to the harsh realities of climate change, and the its…
MANILA, Philippines—No jackpot-winning tickets were recorded in the Grand Lotto 6/55 and Lotto 6/42 draws on Saturday, Sept. 26, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office. The Grand Lotto 6/55 winning…
China, US to open AI 'communication channel' after summit
WASHINGTON — China and the United States agreed to set up a "communication channel" for artificial intelligence incidents, both sides said, after a Washington summit short on breakthroughs. Donald Trump and Xi Jinping…
LOOK: Hundreds of thousands join Pope Leo's Paris mass in landmark visit
PARIS, France—Pope Leo XIV on Saturday celebrated an open-air mass in front of hundreds of thousands of faithful in Paris. The event came after the pontiff rode in the popemobile along the iconic Champs Elysees to the…
Parañaque city gov’t installs metal detectors in public schools
MANILA, Philippines —The Parañaque City government has installed metal detectors in public schools across the city. The move is in a bid to enhance student safety amid recent incidents of school shootings and stabbings…
Remulla slams LTO over alleged third-party insurance scheme
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Saturday slammed the Land Transportation Office (LTO) over an alleged scheme involving third-party liability insurance that he said leaves accident victims unable to claim benefits.
Philippines to launch liquid fueled rocket in 2027
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) posted that the country is set to launch a liquid fueled rocket in 2027, boosting Filipino expertise in rocket development.
BANGKOK — Incessant rain hammered several areas of Thailand’s capital on Saturday, disrupting traffic and forcing thousands to evacuate, as authorities declared the city a disaster area. Thailand’s Meteorological…
North Korea weightlifters target Olympic gold rush
NAGOYA–North Korea’s weightlifters will flex their considerable collective muscle when they return to the Olympics for the first time in 12 years at Los Angeles in 2028 — and they could be in for an American gold rush…
Legarda: 17 years after Ondoy, stronger flood action needed
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Loren Legarda called for stronger flood prevention measures 17 years after Tropical Storm Ondoy, saying more communities are now experiencing floods even after short periods of heavy rain…
PhilSA team trains for 2027 rocket launch in Cagayan
A 10-member team from the Philippine Space Authority (PhilSA) is undergoing training in the development, assembly and testing of a liquid-fueled rocket in preparation for a planned rocket launch in Lal-lo, Cagayan, in…
Asian Games 2026: Team Philippines’ schedule for September 27
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–Team Philippines enters another day of competition in the 2026 Asian Games on Sunday, September 27. Tennis and…
Microsoft integrates Word, Excel deeper into Copilot
SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Microsoft on Friday unveiled a new vision for how it will integrate Word, Excel and Powerpoint into its AI-powered assistant Copilot, in an effort to make AI the entry point for its famous…
Militant attack kills 11 at security check post in northern Pakistan
PESHAWAR, Pakistan—Militants rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a security check post in northern Pakistan, killing at least 11 people and wounding 18 others, police and rescue officials said Saturday. Saifullah…
UAAP: Mac Alfanta stars as NU hands UP its first loss
Macmac Alfanta starred as National University defeated the University of the Philippines, 72-64, in the UAAP Season 89 men"s basketball tournament on Saturday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Asian Games: South Korea edges Japan to win women's basketball gold
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 NAGOYA–South Korea gatecrashed Japan’s party to win the women’s basketball gold at the Asian Games 2026 on Saturday, surviving a huge…
Leylah Fernandez tops Maja Chwalinska, enters Singapore Open final
SINGAPORE–Leylah Fernandez rallied past Poland’s Maja Chwalinska, 1-6, 6-4, 6-2, to reach the Singapore Open final on Saturday night at OCBC Arena Center Court. Fernandez delivered a beeline backhand winner to put away…
Huge crowds cheer Pope Leo along Champs-Elysees ahead of Paris mass
PARIS, France—Pope Leo XIV rode down the French capital’s iconic Champs-Elysees avenue in his popemobile on Saturday to the cheers of huge crowds of faithful, ahead of a giant open-air mass. Aboard the popemobile, the…
UAAP: Louie Alas builds Ateneo around Jared Bahay, guards
SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament – first round MANILA, Philippines—Ateneo coach Louie Alas made one thing clear after the Blue Eagles’ 73-68 victory over Adamson in the UAAP Season 89 men’s…
MANILA, Philippines — National University held off University of the Philippines, 72-64, at the Mall of Asia Arena Saturday to claim its second straight win in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament. The…
Chua: Let Sara Duterte spokesperson enjoy limelight
MANILA, Philippines — Manila Rep. Joel Chua on Saturday brushed aside criticism from Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp over the Senate impeachment court’s decision to adjust the voting threshold for conviction, saying…
Defense must explain Sara Duterte’s Gencorp interest – Tolosa
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense lawyers will have to explain her declared financial interest in Gencorp Industries Inc. despite corporate records showing that she was not listed as a…
DOLE launches skills certification program for TUPAD workers
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Saturday launched SkillPass, a skills certification program for Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) beneficiaries aimed at expanding…
SC petitions to impeachment vote rule a ‘litmus test’ — Adiong
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court challenges to the Senate impeachment court’s new voting rule will be a “litmus test” of how the Constitution’s accountability mechanism applies under unprecedented circumstances…