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Don’t carry flammable materials inside cars, MIAA tells car owners

Latest News Joel E. Zurbano - April 24, 2024, 4:46 pm 0

The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) on Wednesday urged parking users at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) complex to avoid bringing flammable materials...

Move It answerable for its rider’s traffic infractions — LTFRB

News April 25, 2024, 11:58 am

Marcos extends contractual gov’t workers until December 2025

In Europe, some cities would rather not welcome tourists

News April 25, 2024, 11:31 am

Move It answerable for its rider’s traffic infractions — LTFRB

April 25, 2024, 11:58 am

ICC contacts drug war cops

News Macon Ramos-Araneta & Rey E. Requejo - April 25, 2024, 1:05 am

50 retired, active police officials involved in Rody’s case At least 50 former and active police officials were contacted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) over the crime against humanity case against former President Rodrigo Duterte, former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV said. In a post on X, Trillanes said he obtained highly credible information that the ICC investigators have already directly communicated with these PNP members. This as the Department of Justice...

Immunity of ADB officials limited to official acts – SC

News Rey E. Requejo - April 25, 2024, 10:36 am

The Supreme Court has ruled that the immunity granted to officials and personnel of...

Biden backs freedom of expression on US campuses—spokeswoman

World News AFP - April 25, 2024, 10:23 am

Washington, United States—President Joe Biden supports freedom of expression on US campuses, the White...

WHO finds use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among youth ‘alarming’

News AFP - April 25, 2024, 9:47 am

Copenhagen, Denmark—The widespread use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among adolescents is "alarming," according to...

ICC contacts drug war cops

News Macon Ramos-Araneta & Rey E. Requejo - April 25, 2024, 1:05 am

A welcome revival

Immunity of ADB officials limited to official acts – SC

News Rey E. Requejo - April 25, 2024, 10:36 am

The Supreme Court has ruled that the immunity granted to officials and...

Biden backs freedom of expression on US campuses—spokeswoman

World News AFP - April 25, 2024, 10:23 am

Washington, United States—President Joe Biden supports freedom of expression on US campuses,...

WHO finds use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among youth ‘alarming’

News AFP - April 25, 2024, 9:47 am

Copenhagen, Denmark—The widespread use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among adolescents is "alarming,"...

Navy ready to respond to Chinese interference vs. Balikatan exercises

Vince Lopez - April 25, 2024, 1:00 am

The Philippine Navy said it is prepared to implement contingency measures should China interfere...

Palace warns vs Marcos ‘deepfake’ ordering attack

Charles Dantes - April 25, 2024, 12:55 am

The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on Wednesday warned the public about circulatinga content of...

Extreme heat shuts down schools; public urged to adopt safety measures

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 12:50 am

Schools in some areas placed in-person classes under suspension after the country suffered under...

Sen. Rene Saguisag, patriot, lawmaker, 84

Macon Ramos-Araneta - April 25, 2024, 12:45 am

Another Filipino statesman left the world as former senator Rene Saguisag passed away on...

Power supply thins out due to heat

Alena Mae S. Flores - April 25, 2024, 12:35 am

Grid operator National Grid Corp. of the Philippines said Wednesday the Luzon grid hit...

Group to tackle inmates’ transfer

Rey E. Requejo - April 24, 2024, 11:50 pm

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has formed a technical working group (TWG) to speed...

Romualdez hails consortium’s OFW lounge project at NAIA

Rio N. Araja - April 24, 2024, 11:40 pm

House Speaker Martin Romualdez thanked the consortium led by San Miguel Corporation CEO Ramon...

Don’t carry flammable items inside cars: MIAA

Joel E. Zurbano - April 24, 2024, 11:20 pm

The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) on Wednesday urged parking users at the Ninoy...

SC says 852 to take Shari’ah Bar examinations

Rey E. Requejo - April 24, 2024, 11:10 pm

The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday said a total of 852 examinees will take...

Imee wants broader 4Ps to cover ill elders, PWDs

Macon Ramos-Araneta - April 24, 2024, 10:55 pm

SENATOR Imee Marcos has urged the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to...

Better safe than sorry

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 12:15 am

IS IT Sinophobia and racism? We raise this query amid serious concern by some legislators...

No quick fixes

Lito Banayo - April 25, 2024, 12:10 am

“We need bold directions, because as we all know, food, and not only rice,...

We are our own worst enemy

Florencio Fianza - April 25, 2024, 12:05 am

“What the government must do now is come out with rational and coherent policies...

Sovereignty issue should transcend partisan politics

Ernesto M. Hilario - April 24, 2024, 12:10 am

“While at this, we’re reminded of the truism that invariably politicians think only of...

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NBDB kicks off 2nd Philippine Book Festival

Jenny Ortuoste - April 24, 2024, 12:05 am

“Festival goers will enjoy the NBDB Book Bar, the Tabuan Food Hall, Guhit Pambata...

Lines drawn on Marcos-Duterte

Emil Jurado - April 23, 2024, 12:10 am

“Sara as education secretary is the President’s alter ego, and as alter ego should...

Betrayal of reason: China’s blatant hypocrisy

Louis "Barok" Biraogo - April 23, 2024, 12:05 am

“They have the nerve to lecture about good-neighborliness while bullying smaller nations and trampling...

Evidentiary presumptions

Tranquil G.S. Salvador III - April 23, 2024, 12:00 am

(Part 1) “The Supreme Court disagreed with the RTC and the CA, and declared that...

Sad, but…

Lito Banayo - April 22, 2024, 12:10 am

Sad, but…the parting came too soon and the bitter denouement will linger for years Let...

Power supply that all should have

Orlando Oxales - April 22, 2024, 12:05 am

Reliable and affordable power is obviously indispensable and therefore the distribution utility that will...

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Power supply thins out due to heat

Alena Mae S. Flores - April 25, 2024, 12:35 am

Grid operator National Grid Corp. of the Philippines said Wednesday the Luzon grid hit...

Group to tackle inmates’ transfer

Rey E. Requejo - April 24, 2024, 11:50 pm

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has formed a technical working group (TWG) to speed...

Romualdez hails consortium’s OFW lounge project at NAIA

Rio N. Araja - April 24, 2024, 11:40 pm

House Speaker Martin Romualdez thanked the consortium led by San Miguel Corporation CEO Ramon...

Don’t carry flammable items inside cars: MIAA

Joel E. Zurbano - April 24, 2024, 11:20 pm

The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) on Wednesday urged parking users at the Ninoy...

Biden backs freedom of expression on US campuses—spokeswoman

AFP - April 25, 2024, 10:23 am

Washington, United States—President Joe Biden supports freedom of expression on US campuses, the White...

Israel says US military aid sends ‘strong message’ to its enemies

AFP - April 24, 2024, 9:10 pm

PALESTINIAN Territories – Israel said Wednesday the US Senate approval of $13 billion in...

Anger spikes at universities as Gaza protests intensify

AFP - April 24, 2024, 9:05 pm

NEW YORK – Student anger with university officials and law enforcement fueled worsening tensions...

Hezbollah claims launching rockets at northern Israel

AFP - April 24, 2024, 9:00 pm

BEIRUT – Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah group has said it launched dozens of rockets at...

March budget deficit fell as revenues grew over 11%

Darwin G. Amojelar - April 24, 2024, 9:05 pm

The national government’s budget deficit narrowed to P195.9 billion in March 2024 from P210.3...

SMIC spending up to P114b to expand property, retail businesses

Jenniffer B. Austria - April 24, 2024, 9:00 pm

SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) of the Sy family said Wednesday it is spending between...

3 new officials named to complete DOF’s leadership

Darwin G. Amojelar - April 24, 2024, 8:55 pm

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed three undersecretaries including a chief economist to complete the...

PSAC: P240b needed to improve internet connectivity

Darwin G. Amojelar - April 24, 2024, 8:50 pm

The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) asked the government to allocate at least P240...

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A welcome revival

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SM Prime marks 30 years with record-breaking income

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A new beginning

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 12:25 am

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Illegal vape

Norman Cruz - April 24, 2024, 11:00 pm

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Ground-breaking for school building

Manila Standard - April 24, 2024, 10:10 pm

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Goodbye fossil fuels

Norman Cruz - April 24, 2024, 10:05 pm

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This one has to go

Manila Standard - April 24, 2024, 10:00 pm

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Local products

Manila Standard - April 24, 2024, 9:24 pm

Ford PH celebrates ‘60 years of Mustang’ with launch of its newest model

Manila Standard - April 20, 2024, 9:20 pm

Set to grace Ford dealerships nationwide by next month Ford Philippines has unveiled the highly...

Maserati completes ‘Electric Trident’ with stunning GranCabrio Folgore

Manila Standard - April 20, 2024, 9:10 pm

Maserati has just globally unveiled the latest addition to its all-electric Folgore lineup -...

Shell continues expansion of EV Charging Network with new mall-based stations

Manila Standard - April 20, 2024, 9:00 pm

Pilipinas Shell is making significant strides in the transition to sustainable mobility by adding...

LEGO® Group partners with prominent names to launch special racing vehicles

Manila Standard - April 20, 2024, 8:50 pm

In a groundbreaking partnership, the LEGO® Group has joined forces with renowned racing brands...

Heat’s three-point barrage stuns Celtics to level playoff series

Sports AFP - April 25, 2024, 10:14 am

Los Angeles, United States—The Miami Heat unleashed a barrage of three-pointers to score a...

PH 3rd in SEA with most qualified athletes for Paris

Sports Randy Caluag - April 24, 2024, 10:00 pm

WITH just over three months remaining until the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Philippines currently...

4 PH fencers shoot for Olympic seats in Dubai meet

Sports Manila Standard Sports - April 24, 2024, 9:55 pm

THREE Filipino fencers Nathaniel Perez, Noelito Jose and Hanniel Abella left Tuesday to join...

World no. 156 Eala stuns no. 41 Tsurenko

Sports Manila Standard Sports - April 24, 2024, 9:50 pm

EIGHTEEN-YEAR-OLD Alex Eala, now on a career-best world ranking, pulled off the biggest win...

Vilma Santos advocates for film preservation and restoration

Nickie Wang - April 24, 2024, 6:35 pm

Award-winning actress Vilma Santos has taken on a passionate advocacy, urging both government and...

Remembering a beloved recording specialist

Yugel Losorata - April 24, 2024, 6:30 pm

Artists and music scene professionals who had experienced Sonic State, a recording haven in...

The Muhlachs taking television by storm – again

Manila Standard - April 24, 2024, 6:25 pm

If there’s one family that inspires Filipinos as role models of unwavering love and...

Six reasons why ‘Bridget Jones’s Diary’ is a must-watchin 2024

Manila Standard - April 24, 2024, 6:20 pm

Gen Xers saw their own lives reflected in Bridget Jones’ antics, millennials grew up...

‘Bevi’ of beauty

Abigail Adriatico - April 24, 2024, 6:15 pm

Beauty and wellness brand continues to bloom with new products and ventures for its...

Summer deals and inclusive beauty for everyone

Angelica Villanueva - April 24, 2024, 6:10 pm

SM Beauty is turning up the heat more this summer as it recently launched...

Out with the old, in with the green

Nickie Wang - April 24, 2024, 6:05 pm

PLDT Home partners with SM to launch e-waste recycling drive PLDT Home, in partnership with...

Fight for your liver with proactive care

Manila Standard - April 24, 2024, 6:00 pm

The liver, your body’s unsung hero, filters toxins, makes proteins, and stores vitamins. However,...

SM Prime marks 30th anniversary with record-breaking income, P100 billion investment for 2024

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 12:20 am

Manila, Philippines - SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SMPH), the leading integrated property developer in...

PSFI Brings the Story of Love, Compassion, and Success

Manila Standard - April 24, 2024, 7:00 pm

Sama-samang Pagtulong, Sabay-sabay na Pagsulong Welded Hearts: Pagpapanday sa Pinagtagpong Puso Parte ng SKIL Scholars Batch...

Ayala Land Premier’s Gardencourt Residences structurally completes second of five towers

Manila Standard - April 24, 2024, 4:30 pm

Ayala Land Premier (ALP), the brand for distinctive properties that carries the high-end legacy...

Strengthening financial health of Global Majority is key to unlocking their economic potential

Manila Standard - April 24, 2024, 4:28 pm

Great strides have been made in terms of increasing financial inclusion globally in the...

Pimentel donates service vehicles to Marikina barangays

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 11:37 am

Senate Minority Leader Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel and his wife Kat Pimentel have turned over...

QC issues apology over poor handling of clearing operations in UP Diliman

Rio N. Araja - April 24, 2024, 11:30 pm

THE Quezon City government on Wednesday issued an apology for the poor handling of...

Decent homes eyed for QC urban poor

Teddy Brul - April 24, 2024, 10:25 pm

QUEZON City Mayor Joy Belmonte aims to provide informal settlers with decent homes, saying...

Sangley Point in Cavite to sizzle at 47C as heat wave continues—PAGASA

Rio N. Araja - April 24, 2024, 7:53 pm

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warns of another wave of...

Win a shopping spree worth up to P100,000 from PLDT Home

Manila Standard - Tech - April 24, 2024, 5:03 pm

Summer is the perfect time to upgrade your home, shop for school or work...

Globe pushes for zero lease on telco infra in developments, cites Asia-Pacific trends

Manila Standard - Tech - April 24, 2024, 5:00 pm

Globe reiterates its push to remove lease fees for telco infrastructure in local property...

The World’s No.1 AI Camera Phone: HONOR Magic6 Pro is confirmed to arrive in PH!

Manila Standard - Tech - April 24, 2024, 4:38 pm

Experience magic this May with the multi-awarded HONOR Magic6 Pro, an AI camera phone...

delaware Philippines taps DM&A Co. for Marketing and PR Initiatives

Manila Standard - Tech - April 24, 2024, 4:32 pm

In a move signaling a renewed focus on innovative marketing, delaware Philippines, a global leader...

#AiceSpotted: Aice Ice Cream takes over unexpected places this summer

Manila Standard - April 22, 2024, 1:02 pm

Summer is here, and what better way to beat the heat than with your...

The KFC Chizza is back: Now more delicious than ever

Manila Standard Cravings - April 21, 2024, 11:56 pm

Craving for chicken and pizza? Why not have both? Get ready to have your chicken...

McDo PH celebrates employees with ‘Salamuch Crew’ initiative

Ratziel San Juan - April 20, 2024, 7:40 pm

MCDONALD’S Philippines has supersized its employee experience with a monthslong program known as “Salamuch...

Plant-based gelato: Scoops of goodness amid the sweltering heat

Manila Standard - April 20, 2024, 7:30 pm

SUMMER in the Philippines screams the loudest for ice cream. As the country’s heat...

Metro Manila emerges as solid property market

Manila Standard - March 15, 2024, 6:20 pm

Metro Manila is solidifying its position as an attractive real estate market, topping a...

New 50-story landmark rising in Quezon City’s bustling center

Manila Standard - March 15, 2024, 6:10 pm

A new landmark will rise in the bustling commercial and business district of Quezon...

Anchor school

Manila Standard - March 15, 2024, 6:00 pm

Dr. Mary Joy Abaquin, founding director of Multiple Intelligence International School (MIIS), leads the...

Real estate sector sustains expansion

Manila Standard - March 8, 2024, 10:05 pm

The Philippine real estate and housing sector sustained its growth in 2023 despite a...

Ayala Group vows to fight climate change

Manila Standard - April 22, 2024, 6:50 pm

The Ayala Group welcomed last week the challenge to help build a resilient and...

Benguet firm catches mist to solve water lack

Liza Agoot - April 22, 2024, 6:45 pm

BAGUIO CITY—Amid the frequent shortage of water aggravated by the El Niño phenomenon, a...

Eight ways to overcome the waste pollution crisis

UNEP News - April 22, 2024, 6:40 pm

2nd of three parts 2. Textile waste. Less than 1 percent of the material used...

Food, beverage firms commit to plastic cutback

Manila Standard - April 22, 2024, 6:35 pm

Food and beverage (F&B) companies are poised to minimize plastic as a favored packaging...

DA Cordillera conserves corn varieties for future generations

Manila Standard Business - April 18, 2024, 7:45 pm

The Department of Agriculture- Regional Field Office Cordillera (DA-RFO CAR) said it is actively...

Taiwan experts show farmers how to grow their yield, income

Chin Wong - February 16, 2024, 6:20 pm

There is a quiet revolution in Central Luzon. But unlike uprisings of the past, this...

Tilapia harvest at Pantabangan Park boosts Luzon fish production

Manila Standard - February 16, 2024, 6:10 pm

The DA-BFAR Regional Fisheries Office III harvested over 400 kilos of tilapia from three...

OFW cultivates lush gardens through hydroponics

Patricia Taculao -Deligero - February 9, 2024, 6:30 pm

Farming can go beyond the premises of growing food for income. To some, it...

Caring for Your Dog’s Kidneys: A Comprehensive Guide

Mariana Burgos - April 20, 2024, 8:00 pm

Maintaining the health of your dog's kidneys is crucial for their overall well-being, especially...

Of Dogs and Eggs

Niko Gabriel Salgado - April 20, 2024, 7:50 pm

For many dog owners, sharing food with their furry companions is a common practice....

Can Dogs Eat Cat Food?(Understanding the risks and benefits)

Niko Gabriel Salgado - April 13, 2024, 9:30 pm

For many pet owners, the sight of their furry companions enjoying a meal together...

Wet pet food: Merits and considerations

Mariana Burgos - April 13, 2024, 9:20 pm

Choosing the most appropriate food for our beloved pets can be a challenging task,...

A welcome revival

PNA - April 25, 2024, 1:10 am

Wawa Dam used to be the only source of water for Metro Manila until...

SM Prime marks 30 years with record-breaking income

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 12:30 am

(From left) Assistant Corporate Secretary Arthur Sy, Corporate Secretary Elmer Serrano, Chief Finance Officer...

A new beginning

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 12:25 am

The new officers and members of the Samahang Plaridel Foundation Inc. pay their respects...

Illegal vape

Norman Cruz - April 24, 2024, 11:00 pm

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Assistant Secretary Amanda Marie Nograles of the DTI...

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