How to dry your books after a typhoon, according to experts
MANILA, Philippines – After several areas were submerged because of Typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon, archivist and librarian Ronie Von Varona shared tips on how to salvage your books...
View ArticleConvicted Dutch child rapist Steven Van de Velde booed in Olympics beach...
There were boos, and mixed feelings amongst the crowd, as Netherlands beach volleyball player Steven van de Velde, a convicted rapist, made his Paris 2024 debut for a game in bright sunshine at the...
View ArticleDrugmaker Sinergium to share bird flu vaccine data globally, says WHO
GENEVA, Switzerland – Bird flu vaccine developer Sinergium Biotech will share its data with manufacturers in low and middle-income countries to help to accelerate a fair rollout if a pandemic occurs,...
View ArticleCebu fuel firm Topline seeks ‘niche market’ in growing motorcycle industry
CEBU, Philippines – Cebu-based fuel solutions provider Topline Business Development Corporation has set its eyes on the niche market created by the rising number of motorcycle and light commercial...
View Article[OPINION] From the frontline, to our new DepEd chief Angara
Dear Mr. Secretary: When I first heard about your name as one of the candidates to succeed Vice President Sara Duterte as Department of Education secretary, my honest initial reaction was, “Pulitiko...
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IN PHOTOS: Classes begin for public school students in the Philippines
MANILA, Philippines – Around 20 million students began classes in public schools nationwide on Monday, July 29, the start of academic year 2024-2025. The opening of classes pushed through except for...
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In Cebu school, teachers adopt ICT for ‘digital native’ learning
CEBU, Philippines – Six-year-old Rhenz Angelo delos Santos is happy to be back in school after a whole summer of watching YouTube videos and playing games on his mother’s smartphone. On the first day...
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Olympic ceremony’s ‘Last Supper’ sketch never meant to disrespect, says Paris...
PARIS, France – Paris 2024 organizers apologized on Sunday, July 28, to Catholics and other Christian groups angered by a kitsch tableau in the Olympic Games opening ceremony that appeared to parody...
View ArticleMVP Group scales up digital payments presence with Multipay, Bayad Center
MANILA, Philippines – Manuel Pangilinan’s MVP Group is increasing its presence in the country’s digital payment solutions by acquiring Multipay Corporation and a 10% stake in Bayad Center. In a stock...
View ArticleVenezuelan protests against Maduro spread, opposition says it has proof it...
CARACAS, Venezuela – Venezuela’s opposition said it had voting-tally proof it had won the election claimed by President Nicolas Maduro, as anti-government protests erupted across the country, with...
View ArticleFishing banned in Limay, Bataan due to oil spill
BATAAN, Philippines – A fishing ban is already in place in Limay, Bataan, Governor Jose Enrique “Joet” Garcia III said on Tuesday, July 30, days after MT Terranova capsized and submerged off Lamao in...
View ArticleJapan pioneer Filipino import Thirdy Ravena heads to EuroLeague, signs with...
MANILA, Philippines – Four years after sparking a Filipino basketball player surge into Japan, Thirdy Ravena moves on to a new career challenge. The former San-en NeoPhoenix import – the first...
View ArticleDavao hospital faces backlash over insensitive handling of boy’s death
CAGAYAN DE ORO, Philippines – A Davao City hospital is under fire over its treatment about two weeks ago of the grieving family of a boy who died hours after he was rushed to the medical center...
View ArticleSteph Curry, Simone Biles lead robust Olympic pin souvenir trade, 128 years...
PARIS, France – Forget the medals. The top prize for many at the 2024 Paris Olympics is a shiny, heart-shaped Simone Biles pin. Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, has arrived at the Games...
View ArticleJoanie Delgaco last in Olympic quarterfinal race, bows out of contention
MANILA, Philippines – Joanie Delgaco bowed out of contention in the Paris Olympics after finishing sixth in her quarterfinal race in the women’s single sculls at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium...
View ArticleSan Miguel Shipping subsidiary chartered MT Terranova
BATAAN, Philippines – SL Harbor Bulk Terminal Corporation, a subsidiary of San Miguel Shipping and Lighterage Corporation, chartered the MT Terranova to transport 1.4 million liters of industrial fuel...
View ArticleCrickets get crunchy as Singapore approves edible insects amid food security...
At Singapore’s House of Seafood restaurant, the fish-head curry comes with a side of crunchy crickets, the tofu has bugs crawling out of it and the patrons can’t get enough. The seaside restaurant is...
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Did Potato Corner change its BBQ flavor powder?
MANILA, Philippines – A scan through Potato Corner’s Facebook page — particularly its recent post on its “fiery and smoky” BBQ fries flavor — will tell you that PotCor fans are not happy. The Filipino...
View ArticleSALN TRACKER: House of Representatives
MANILA, Philippines – Government officials and employees are required to submit their Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALNs). Journalists have always engaged in a back and forth with...
View ArticleTop rocks? Olympic TV panels hustle to explain breaking dancesport terms,...
PARIS, France – What are top rocks? What is a freeze? And how does a person spin on their head, anyway? Olympic commentators will attempt to unlock the mysteries of breaking in Paris, bridging the gap...
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