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13 Israeli hostages, 12 Thais freed by Hamas at start of 4-day truce

Hamas said a group of 25 hostages—13 Israelis and 12 Thais—seized in the deadliest attack in Israel's history were handed over on Friday as...

PH rejoining ICC up to President, —Senate leader

The President, not the senators, will decide whether the Philippines will rejoin the International...

Penalties for WPS ‘violators’ pushed

A special Senate committee on Tuesday endorsed a measure to declare the country’s maritime...

PhilHealth rate hike to go thru sans new law

Premium contributions for the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) are set to increase next...

TOP STORIES

House panel to review franchise granted to Quiboloy’s SMNI TV

The House of Representatives committee on legislative franchises will conduct a review of the...

Senators OK 2024 budget on 3rd reading, now headed to bicam

The Senate on Tuesday approved on third and final reading the bill containing the...

Speaker lauds Cebu for ‘unprecedented’ P20/kl rice

Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez on Tuesday commended the inauguration of Cebu's Sugbo Merkadong...

DOH on alert for new pathogens amid rash of influenza-like cases

The Department of Health said it was on alert for new pathogens after an...

NEWS

Drought in 3 provinces by end-Dec.

FARMERS in Batangas, Cavite and Oriental Mindoro must brace for drought by the end...

Truce extended in Gaza; Pinay still missing

Israel and Hamas embarked on a two-day extension Tuesday to a truce that has...

DMW mulls warning for Pinoys in Red Sea

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) wants to declare certain areas in the Red...

Senator tells ERC to speed up reset of Meralco power rates

SENATOR Sherwin Gatchalian on Tuesday urged the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to expedite the...

Gabriela solon cites measure allowing for early CBA talks

A MEMBER of the opposition bloc in Congress has welcomed the leadership’s passage of...

Lawmaker eyes Senate action on bill vs. digital financial scams

A PARTY-LIST lawmaker has urged the Senate to speedily act on a bill seeking...

OPINION

On alert for new pathogens

Comforting may not be enough a mask as the Department of Health remains on...

Banner Year for SMC

Aside from projects that will stoke economic development, SMC is a staunch supporter of...

Can we sustain the economic advance?

Lower GDP base in the 3rd quarter could quantitatively lead to faster year-on-year GDP...

DDR: Urgent and imperative

"Perhaps the reason why the Philippines is a laggard in Asia is that we...

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COLUMNISTS

Why it’s good to rejoin the ICC

"The Marcos government should honor arrest warrants issued in the course of these investigations...

De Lima’s ‘political coronation’ by Padre Damaso

"For many, de Lima’s Church-sponsored political coronation indicates the politicized Padre Damasos of today...

The hot potato

Will the Supreme Court of our land sanction the current president’s volte face after...

The collective int’l power to sustain economic security

The collaboration between us and our allies will strengthen the global supply chain, stimulate...

Least told stories behind 2009 Maguindanao massacre

Two members of the Ampatuan clan had condemned the Maguindanao massacre – publicly Justice, they...

Joint US-Philippine patrol in WPS doubtful

All these prop-up alliances of the US allegedly to defend the Philippines from China...

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NATIONAL

PH rejoining ICC up to President, —Senate leader

The President, not the senators, will decide whether the Philippines will rejoin the International...

Penalties for WPS ‘violators’ pushed

A special Senate committee on Tuesday endorsed a measure to declare the country’s maritime...

PhilHealth rate hike to go thru sans new law

Premium contributions for the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) are set to increase next...

Drought in 3 provinces by end-Dec.

FARMERS in Batangas, Cavite and Oriental Mindoro must brace for drought by the end...

WORLD NEWS

At least 40 civilians killed in Burkina jihadist attack: UN

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso - At least 40 civilians were killed in a jihadist attack in...

Climate crises drove 27 mn children into hunger in 2022: charity

Nairobi, Kenya - Extreme weather events in countries vulnerable to climate change drove more than...

All 41 Indian workers trapped in tunnel for 17 days rescued

Silkyara Tunnel , India - Indian workers were greeted with wild cheers and flower garlands...

Rescuers make painstaking progress towards trapped 41

SILKYARA TUNNEL, India – Indian rescue teams digging by hand are within just five...

BUSINESS

Oil firm lauds gov’t efforts to assert rights over WPS

An oil and gas exploration company lauded the Marcos administration for asserting the Philippines’...

ADB wants NAIA bidding deadline extended

An Asian Development Bank (ADB) document recommended the extension of bid submission for the...

PSEi rises above 6,300 as oil prices ease

Philippine stocks rose Tuesday, following a long break, on growing optimism about the economy...

AirAsia PH prepares to serve 450k passengers over holidays

AirAsia Philippines said Tuesday it expects to fly some 450,000 domestic and international passengers...
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ON THE ROAD

Nissan energizes its EV ecosystem commitment

Nissan Philippines has firmly reiterated its dedication to advancing the electrification of the automotive...

Turning up the offroad game

The surging popularity of glamping and off-roading has become an unstoppable trend across the...

JETOUR makes it easy to trade in your own car

Fresh from their first leg last November 24-26 at Jetour Auto Fairview, the caravan...

Toyota launches ‘libreng sakay’ program

Partners with Santa Rosa and Pasay cities  to ease commuting through digitalization Toyota Motor Philippines...

SPORTS

Cool Smashers repel Crossovers, edge closer to No. 1

Games Thursday 2 p.m. –  Galeries vs Gerflor 4 p.m. – Creamline vs Akari 6 p.m. –...

Robbins, Rep. Tolentino, Quinto lead winners in POC Golf Cup

RONALD ROBBINS, Rep. Aniela Tolentino, Giro Tan and Aldrin Quinto led the winners of...

Flying Titans sustain run, crush Defenders

Games tomorrow (Thursday) 2 p.m. –  Galeries vs Gerflor 4 p.m. – Creamline vs Akari 6 p.m....

Baltazar runaway MVP of MPBL 5th season

Nobody else but Justine Baltazar. The Pampanga Giant Lanterns' brightest light ran away with the...

ENTERTAINMENT

Gen Z’s rising rockstar Lesha sets bold tone with empowering anthem

Rising rockstar  Lesha  has just released another surefire hit single titled “no heart.” Expect...

Francine Diaz teams up with Jamie Rivera for uplifting track

Young actress  Francine Diaz  has joined forces with OPM (Original Pilipino Music) icon Jamie...

Taylor Swift embodies Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year

Merriam-Webster’s dictionary says pop star  Taylor Swift  is closely associated with the quality of...

ABS-CBN journalists earn local, international recognition for excellence in their craft

Five prominent ABS-CBN journalists,  Karen Davila, Mike Navallo, Dennis Datu, Jervis Manahan,  and  Jacque...

LIFESTYLE

A brushstroke of creativity and community

Crimson Resort & Spa recently kicked off the holiday season with a festive Filipino-themed...

Collaborative showcase of Philippine art and culture by CCP, National Museum

United towards a common goal of preserving and promoting Philippine arts and culture, the...

Dreamy Macau

Where old and new coexist in perfect balance As I sat on the weathered steps...

Alviera presents a unique and festive holiday celebration in Pampanga

Ayala Land Alviera recently unveiled the Northern Floats Festival, a 4-week event beginning November...

SPOTLIGHT

Joy~Nostalg fosters the joy of giving this holiday season

The five-star serviced residences partner with the Liter of Light project for another meaningful...

Midas Hotel and Casino rings in the Holiday Season with enchanting Musical Christmas Tree Lighting Event 

Last November 24, 2023, Midas Hotel and Casino transformed into a musical wonderland as...

When the stars align: Bea, Dennis, Andrea, and Sid on love and relationships

There’s no denying that Love Before Sunrise has taken us to a rollercoaster ride...

Experience, Exchange, Explore

The Commission on Higher Education in cooperation with Asia Pacific College proudly presents ‘CHEDx...

LGUs

Villar launches compost plants in Bacoor City

To reduce dependence on imported chemical fertilizer which costs the country P10 billion a year, Sen....

Enchanted Kingdom lights up 22-foot Christmas lantern

SANTA ROSA CITY—A prominent theme part has formally joined Christmas celebrations with unique features...

EMBO poll winners choose to take oath before Makati’s Binay

Newly-elected officials of the 10 EMBO barangays together with new Sangguniang Kabataang (SK) officials took...

QC chatbot to help combat violence

The Quezon City government has launched “Chatbot Sophia” to help end violence against women. Mayor...

TECH

BIDA Fiber: The most affordable postpaid Fiber, powered by Converge expands NCR footprint

Leading fiber broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. launches the most affordable postpaid fiber...

How does OPPO use AI, robotics to empower product innovation?

From robotic vacuum cleaners doing their job at hotel lobbies to smart robots delivering...

Tech adoption in agri sector highlighted at Digital Pilipinas roundtable  

The exponential growth of the global agritech market, expected to surpass US$ 46,372.5 million...

Kelly, UnionDigital ventures bring financial events trading to PH

Financial events contract trading platform, Kelly Technology Pte. Ltd., and Union Bank’s digital banking...

CRAVINGS

Paskong Guevarra’s back with new dishes for the holidays

Guevarra’s launched its new Christmas dishes for a Filipino twist on delectable Yuletide spreads. Inspired...

Morton’s opening first branch in PH

Carnivores in the metro are getting more and more excited as Morton's The Steakhouse...

Binulo brings Kapampangan cuisine to Tagaytay

Kapampangan cuisine is known for its rich, complex flavors, with the province earning the...

Odiva Pork debuts in the Philippines: Sustainable and ethical production of ‘Pinpu’ black pig

Marking a new chapter in the culinary landscape of the Philippines, Odiva Pork officially...

HOME & DESIGN

Acqua redefines riverside living

Novotel Suites Manila Accor, a hospitality group with more than 1,000 properties across the Middle...

American Standard offers bold look for bathrooms

American Standard recently introduced three new color fittings to complement the varying styles and...

SM Offices goes for holistic work environment

SM Offices, the commercial property development and management arm of the SM Prime Holdings,...

Festival of Lights 2023 launched at Ayala Triangle

New attractionsunveiled in 15-yearChristmas tradition In my heart is a Christmas tree farm, where the...

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

UN report urges bold climate action

With global temperatures soaring and greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) reaching unprecedented levels, dramatic action...

Hopes upon treaty to curb plastic pollution

The world needs a “strong, ambitious and just” treaty to cut down on the...

COP28 puts agri-food systems in climate focus

Rome―As the world gears up for the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, or ...

DENR eyeing better R&D on regenerative economy

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is seeking improvements in research and...

AGRICULTURE

Eating specific fruits can help boost the immune system 

When the temperature drops, many people feel its effects, sometimes resulting in the flu...

Simple diet swaps can be beneficial for your health and the environment

According to a new study co-authored by a Tulane University researcher, simple substitutions like...

Collaborating with nature and the community through bee farming

As natural pollinators, bees preserve the environment and its abundant ecosystem. They help plants...

Why local bee farmers like native stingless bees

Beekeepers often raise Western or European honeybees (Apis mellifera) because they provide highly valued...

PETS

Dogs in mourning: Helping your pet cope

Dogs, like humans, respond uniquely to death and loss. This may vary in physical...

Honoring furry friends: Finding the perfect resting place for pets

In the hearts of countless pet owners, the love for their furry companions transcends...

The St. Bernard Dogs in Baguio: Tourist Attractions or Victims of Exploitation?

In the picturesque city of Baguio, the St. Bernard dogs, once celebrated for their...

ADM plays key role in rise of local pet economy

The global pet industry is poised to increase from $320 billion today to almost...

POP LIFE, EVENTS, BYAHERO & GALLERY

LAGUSNILAD back in harness

Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna (center) formally reopens LAGUSNILAD (underpass fronting Manila City Hall) to...

For proficient healthcare communication

Occupational English Test chief executive officer Sujata Stead (right) and OET ambassador May Parsons,...

Sustainability champion

Aboitiz Equity Ventures chief reputation and sustainability officer Ginggay Hontiveros-Malvar (center) receives the award...

Credit facility

Union Bank of the Philippines extends a credit facility to Wefund Lending Corp., the...

FOREIGN EXCHANGE

in PHP
  Australian Dollar35.7
  Swiss Franc62.8
  Euro59.7
  British Pound68.9
  Hong Kong Dollar7.26
  Japanese Yen0.38
  American Dollar56.8
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