How the Philippines responds to oil spills
The Philippines is no stranger to oil spills, being an archipelago that heavily relies on sea transportation to move goods and people from one island to another. Oil spill accidents can generally...
View ArticleGermany joins US-led UN Command in South Korea policing armistice border
PYEONGTAEK, South Korea – Germany joined the US-led United Nations Command (UNC) in South Korea on Friday, August 2, becoming the 18th nation in a group that helps police the heavily fortified border...
View ArticleSerye ng Webinar ng KWF, tampok sa Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa 2024
Ito ay isang press release mula sa Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino. Itatampok ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) ang serye ng webinar sa Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa 2024 sa buwan ng Agosto na may temang...
View ArticlePimentel-led group seeks to block P89B transfer of Philhealth fund to...
MANILA, Philippines – A group of petitioners led by Senator Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III has filed a petition with the Supreme Court (SC), seeking to block the transfer of P89.9 billion of PhilHealth...
View ArticleTechRap unRap: The new Galaxy Z Flip6 is getting updated AI features
You’ll never take another bad selfie with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6’s AI-powered FlexCam with Auto Zoom! FlexCam with Auto Zoom is an AI feature that Samsung has added to its Galaxy line of devices,...
View ArticleWorld View with Marites Vitug: How can ASEAN stand up vs China?
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines is not really alone in standing up to China, if statements of support and concern as well as defense agreements with different countries are any indication. But...
View ArticleVietnam President To Lam takes top job as Communist Party chief
HANOI, Vietnam – Vietnamese President To Lam was named to the nation’s top position, general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, on Saturday, August 3, replacing Nguyen Phu Trong, who died...
View ArticleWho is Cris Aldeguer-Roque, the new DTI chief?
MANILA, Philippines – She’s not the officer-in-charge (OIC) of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). Acting DTI Secretary Ma. Cristina “Cris” Aldeguer-Roque clarified on Saturday, August 3, that...
View ArticleIBA to award $50,000 to Italy’s Carini despite forfeiting Olympic bout with...
PARIS, France – The International Boxing Association (IBA) will award Italy’s Angela Carini, who lost her welterweight round of 16 bout against Algerian Imane Khelif at the Paris Olympics in 46...
View ArticleRaven Doctor named Miss Eco Teen Philippines 2024
MANILA, Philippines – Miss Eco Teen has named Raven Doctor as Miss Eco Teen Philippines 2024, the organization announced on its social media pages on Saturday, August 3. “We are delighted to introduce...
View ArticleParis swimming sensation Marchand fends off ‘crazy’ comparisons to legends...
PARIS, France – Four finals, four gold medals, four Olympic records: Leon Marchand’s prowess in the Paris pool has been so extraordinary that some of his compatriots might not be surprised if he...
View ArticleEXPLAINER: Olympic women’s boxing and the Differences of Sexual Development...
PARIS, France – The presence at the Paris Olympics of two boxers who were disqualified from last year’s world championships has revived the discussion over whether athletes with Differences of Sexual...
View ArticleParis Olympics 2024: Games, results, latest updates
New chapters of Philippine sports history seek to be written as 22 of the country’s best athletes compete for elusive medals in the 2024 Paris Olympics from July 26 to August 11. Despite no longer...
View ArticleUncle Roger to open first restaurant FUIYOH! in Malaysia
MANILA, Philippines – Hey, nieces and nephews! Is it a” haiyaa” or a “fuiyoh?” This news is the latter for many fans of internet comedian Uncle Roger, who is set to open his first restaurant called...
View Article23 must-visit cities in Asia to add to your travel bucket list
MANILA, Philippines – Asia is a diverse continent that has plenty to offer — from delicious cuisine, stunning landscapes, to a distinct cultural heritage that sets each of its regions apart. Asian...
View ArticleKriminal: Eduardo Acierto and his testimony vs ex-Duterte adviser Michael Yang
MANILA, Philippines – Former anti-drug cop Eduardo Acierto has resurfaced anew to once again pin former president Rodrigo Duterte and former presidential economic adviser Michael Yang. Last month,...
View ArticleRefugee breaking athlete disqualified for ‘Free Afghan Women’ slogan on cape
PARIS, France – Afghan b-girl Manizha Talash, a member of the refugee Olympic team at the Paris Games, was disqualified after displaying the words “Free Afghan Women” on her cape during her breaking...
View Article[In This Economy] How I envy the Thais
Before classes start again at the University of the Philippines on August 20, I had a chance to insert a quick trip to Bangkok with friends. The last time I was there was in 2018, and I’ve forgotten...
View ArticleLIVE UPDATES: USA vs France – 2024 Paris Olympics men’s basketball final
MANILA, Philippines – And then there were two. After surviving their respective semifinal foes by the slimmest of margins, Team USA and host country France duke it out for the 2024 Paris Olympics...
View ArticleThe Green Report: SONA, habagat, and Bataan oil spill
MANILA, Philippines – A lot can happen in just a week. This was the case last July, when the President’s State of the Nation Address on July 23 opened a very eventful week, with the enhanced southwest...
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