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DMW shuts consulting firm targeting Canada-bound immigrants

Latest News Vito Barcelo - April 25, 2024, 4:55 pm 0

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Thursday closed down the office of Dream Pathway Education and Immigration Services (Dream Pathway), a consultancy firm...

Columbia University drops deadline for dismantling pro-Palestinian protest camp

World News April 26, 2024, 4:01 pm

Philippine settlement submerged by dam reappears due to drought

News April 26, 2024, 2:16 pm

Japan town to block Mount Fuji view from troublesome tourists

World News April 26, 2024, 1:50 pm

Columbia University drops deadline for dismantling pro-Palestinian protest camp

April 26, 2024, 4:01 pm

Senate probe on forced outages of power plants to begin May 6

News Macon Ramos-Araneta - April 26, 2024, 11:16 am

The Senate Energy Committee will start on May 6 its investigation on the alarming power supply issues, which caused massive brownouts in several parts of the country. Committee chairperson Senator Raffy Tulfo also cited the declaration of red and yellow alerts in the Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao grids by the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP). In his Senate Resolution 1008, Tulfo said they want to determine the cause of...

DOJ appeals for patience, but remains confident Bantag will also be arrested soon

News Manila Standard - April 26, 2024, 1:25 pm

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is confident it will also succeed in arresting former...

‘Beyond disappointed’: Hollywood reacts to Weinstein ruling

Entertainment AFP - April 26, 2024, 11:38 am

Los Angeles, United States—Hollywood stars, including multiple actresses, who have accused Harvey Weinstein of...

NGCP: Luzon, Visayas grids remain on yellow alert

News Alena Mae S. Flores - April 26, 2024, 10:56 am

The Luzon grid remains on yellow alert on Friday for several hours of the...

Senate probe on forced outages of power plants to begin May 6

News Macon Ramos-Araneta - April 26, 2024, 11:16 am

Senate probe on forced outages of power plants to begin May 6

DOJ appeals for patience, but remains confident Bantag will also be arrested soon

News Manila Standard - April 26, 2024, 1:25 pm

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is confident it will also succeed in...

‘Beyond disappointed’: Hollywood reacts to Weinstein ruling

Entertainment AFP - April 26, 2024, 11:38 am

Los Angeles, United States—Hollywood stars, including multiple actresses, who have accused Harvey...

NGCP: Luzon, Visayas grids remain on yellow alert

News Alena Mae S. Flores - April 26, 2024, 10:56 am

The Luzon grid remains on yellow alert on Friday for several hours...

Stay out of ICC drug war probe

Rey E. Requejo, Charles Dantes & Macon Ramos-Araneta - April 26, 2024, 1:00 am

DOJ, PNP warn violators of chain of command may face sanctions The Philippine National Police...

US, PH agree on maritime law protocols, security initiatives

Rey E. Requejo - April 26, 2024, 12:55 am

The Philippines and United States have decided to collaborate on several initiatives, including concerns...

NSC warns of foreign meddling in 2025 midterm elections

Manila Standard - April 26, 2024, 12:50 am

Foreign entities may attempt to meddle with next year’s midterm polls, the National Security...

Comelec disqualifies Cagayan governor for defying Election Code

Vito Barcelo - April 26, 2024, 12:45 am

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has disqualified Cagayan Governor Manuel Mamba from the 2022...

Japan anime studio draws on talent of autistic artists

AFP - April 26, 2024, 10:47 am

Kyoto, Japan—Diagnosed with autism, Shoko Sakuma says she struggled working in accounting, but now...

Bangladesh children sweat at home as heatwave shuts schools

AFP - April 26, 2024, 10:33 am

Dhaka, Bangladesh—Classes are cancelled across Bangladesh due to searing heat, but high school student...

Indian minister blames heat after fainting at election rally

AFP - April 26, 2024, 10:03 am

New Delhi, India—An Indian minister has blamed his fainting while addressing an election rally...

Heat to scorch 36 areas today, says PAGASA

Rio N. Araja & Ratziel San Juan - April 26, 2024, 12:35 am

A heat index of 46 degrees Celsius is projected over Metro Manila, Dagupan City...

Marcos lets contractuals stay until December

Charles Dantes - April 26, 2024, 12:30 am

President Marcos decided to extend the employment of contract of service (COS) and job...

ERC eyes violation of six gencos

Alena Mae S. Flores - April 26, 2024, 12:25 am

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) said Thursday it is investigating six generation companies for...

Grace period for e-trikes

Manila Standard - April 26, 2024, 12:15 am

We commended the Metro Manila Development Authority or MMDA early on for its decision...

Rail project gets much-needed boost

Ernesto M. Hilario - April 26, 2024, 12:10 am

The NSCR should not suffer any more delays if we are to free ourselves...

Teves’ tampering tactics exposed: DoJ’s Remulla strikes back

Louis 'Barok' Biraogo - April 26, 2024, 12:05 am

The blood of innocents cries out for justice, demanding retribution for the heinous crimes...

Evidentiary presumptions

Tranquil G.S. Salvador III - April 26, 2024, 12:00 am

The Marriage Certificate was a common exhibit, having been offered in evidence by both...

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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...

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...

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Heat to scorch 36 areas today, says PAGASA

Rio N. Araja & Ratziel San Juan - April 26, 2024, 12:35 am

A heat index of 46 degrees Celsius is projected over Metro Manila, Dagupan City...

Marcos lets contractuals stay until December

Charles Dantes - April 26, 2024, 12:30 am

President Marcos decided to extend the employment of contract of service (COS) and job...

ERC eyes violation of six gencos

Alena Mae S. Flores - April 26, 2024, 12:25 am

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) said Thursday it is investigating six generation companies for...

Marcos names Hans Cacdac as DMW chief

Charles Dantes - April 26, 2024, 12:20 am

President Ferdinand Marcos named Hans Leo Cacdac as head of the Department of Migrant...

Columbia University drops deadline for dismantling pro-Palestinian protest camp

AFP - April 26, 2024, 4:01 pm

New York, United States—Columbia University backed off late Thursday from an overnight deadline for...

Japan town to block Mount Fuji view from troublesome tourists

AFP - April 26, 2024, 1:50 pm

Tokyo, Japan—A huge black barrier to block Mount Fuji from view will be installed...

Japan anime studio draws on talent of autistic artists

AFP - April 26, 2024, 10:47 am

Kyoto, Japan—Diagnosed with autism, Shoko Sakuma says she struggled working in accounting, but now...

Bangladesh children sweat at home as heatwave shuts schools

AFP - April 26, 2024, 10:33 am

Dhaka, Bangladesh—Classes are cancelled across Bangladesh due to searing heat, but high school student...

NEDA board approves basic education plan, 2 other projects

Manila Standard Business - April 26, 2024, 9:03 am

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board approved three key initiatives to support...

Consunji Group acquiring Cemex Philippines for $305.6 million

Jenniffer B. Austria - April 25, 2024, 10:32 pm

The Consunji Group is entering the cement manufacturing industry through the acquisition of Cemex...

Transport projects

Manila Standard Business - April 25, 2024, 9:46 pm

Department of Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista (center) meets with Asian Development Bank (ADB) officials...

Tourism revenues jump 38%, exceed pre-pandemic level

Othel V. Campos - April 25, 2024, 9:35 pm

Tourism revenues in the Philippines jumped 38.28 percent in the first quarter of 2024...

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Peace and Order agenda

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Time for play

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At the grassroots

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Run vs. plastics

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Wounded warriors

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ISIP beneficiaries

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2024 Paris Olympics

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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...

Embiid’s 50 points propel Sixers over Knicks, Magic rout Cavs

Basketball AFP - April 26, 2024, 11:48 am

Los Angeles, United States—Philadelphia big man Joel Embiid scored 50 points to power the...

The Seine: The real star of 2024 Paris Olympics

Sports AFP - April 25, 2024, 10:25 pm

PARIS—The Seine will play a starring role in this summer’s Paris Olympics, with the...

Santo Tomas, National U, Orion, Umingan stake unbeaten slates

Sports Manila Standard Sports - April 25, 2024, 10:20 pm

University of Santo Tomas (UST), National University (NU), Angatleta-Orion (Bataan) and Umingan (Pangasinan) loom...

Multi-time K-1 world champ Noiri signs with ONE

One Championship Manila Standard Sports - April 25, 2024, 10:15 pm

Another Japanese superstar joined ONE Championship. The promotion announced on Tuesday evening that it signed...

‘Beyond disappointed’: Hollywood reacts to Weinstein ruling

AFP - April 26, 2024, 11:38 am

Los Angeles, United States—Hollywood stars, including multiple actresses, who have accused Harvey Weinstein of...

The next big love team

Nickie Wang - April 25, 2024, 6:35 pm

Kapamilya stars Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin are making their first appearance on the...

Exes on screen: Julia Barretto, Joshua Garcia reunite in ‘Un/Happy For You’

Manila Standard Showbiz - April 25, 2024, 6:30 pm

Former flames Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia are teaming up for a new movie...

BTS agency to file complaint against subsidiary head over breach of trust

AFP - April 25, 2024, 6:30 pm

Seoul, South Korea—The South Korean agency behind K-pop sensation BTS said Thursday it will...

A celebration of innovation,personalized care, and luxury eyewear

Nickie Wang - April 25, 2024, 6:20 pm

Vision Express, renowned for its gold standard in vision care, leads the luxury eyewear...

Looking back while moving forward

Kate Adajar - April 25, 2024, 6:10 pm

How Filipina-Australian vlogger Jeraldine Blackman stays grounded “I was very surprised because I didn’t know...

Connect with nature and be an eco-champion

Manila Standard Lifestyle - April 25, 2024, 6:05 pm

Smart Communications recently launched the #ConnectedWithNature campaign, highlighting the importance of environmental stewardship and...

We tested Infinix NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G while bowling, here’s what happened

Nickie Wang - April 25, 2024, 6:00 pm

We got to try out the new Infinix NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G at a...

The Journey of Diskarte Pinoy TV with LBC at the Helm

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 7:38 pm

20 APR 2024: Manila, Philippines: When Ellen and Arnel Sagle started their entrepreneurial journey,...

AXE Teams Up with Mark Tuan as the Face of its new Fine Fragrance Collection

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 12:23 pm

The three new scents are crafted to evoke the essence of luxury without the...

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...

Mayor Binay gives financial aid to robotics team competing in US

Joel E. Zurbano - April 26, 2024, 3:20 pm

Makati City Mayor Abigail Binay provided financial support to the West Rembo Elementary School...

1,500 students from Panay provinces get cash aid from state-funded initiatives

Maricel Cruz - April 26, 2024, 2:56 pm

A total of 1,500 students from the Panay provinces of Iloilo, Aklan, Antique, Capiz,...

Angeles City to install 1,500 solar lights in major, secondary roads

Butch Gunio - April 26, 2024, 1:16 pm

ANGELES CITY — Solar lights will be installed in all major and secondary roads in...

UP hosts Kidlat Tahimik exhibit in Diliman

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 11:05 pm

The University of the Philippines (UP) is hosting an ongoing exhibit of National Artist...

Cheap, green, reliable: Advocates on the benefits of nuclear energy unite for a sustainable PH

Paola Navarette - April 26, 2024, 12:23 am

Climate and energy advocates ramped up calls for a shift away from “expensive and...

Score amazing devices and irresistible deals during OPPO’s 5.5 Sale!

Manila Standard - Tech - April 25, 2024, 7:36 pm

Get up to 54% discount on select smartphones and receive freebies that make summer...

realme 12 5G: Capable, stylish smartphone with smooth display

Manila Standard Sports - April 25, 2024, 7:30 pm

By Riera U. Mallari I KNOW, I know. You really like realme’s recently launched 12+...

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...

#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,...

Peace and Order agenda

Manila Standard - April 26, 2024, 1:15 am

President Marcos (inset) presides yesterday over the first Joint National Peace and Order Council...

Time for play

Danny Pata - April 26, 2024, 1:10 am

Binibining Pilipinas candidates yesterday played hosts to street children from the ChildHope Philippines Foundation...

At the grassroots

Ver Noveno - April 26, 2024, 1:05 am

Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez delivers his message to more than 1,000 farmers and...

Run vs. plastics

Manila Standard - April 25, 2024, 11:50 pm

Employees and executives of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Maynilad Water...

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