Expect pricier flights: NAIA terminal fees may climb 73% after privatization
MANILA, Philippines – The consortium led by Ramon Ang’s San Miguel Corporation is set to take over and rehabilitate Manila’s aging airport by September 2024. And it seems that passengers will soon...
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Suspended NFA employees ask Court of Appeals to junk Ombudsman’s order
MANILA, Philippines – Suspended National Food Authority (NFA) employees have sought the Court of Appeals’ (CA) intervention in their pending case before the Office of the Ombudsman. On July 4, 27...
View ArticleOne-and-done: Alas Pilipinas crashes out of Challenger Cup as Vietnam...
MANILA, Philippines – It’s a one-and-done stint for Alas Pilipinas in the 2024 FIVB Challenger Cup as world No. 34 Vietnam rolled to a 25-14, 25-22, 25-21 knockout quarterfinal sweep at the Ninoy...
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FELIP releases first solo album ‘7sins’
MANILA, Philippines – FELIP, also known as SB19’s Ken, released his first solo album ‘7sins’ on Friday, July 5. He described the nine-track album as a “journey of acknowledging human shortcomings.”...
View ArticleArgentina adds to Gilas Boys’ woes in FIBA U17 World Cup
MANILA, Philippines – Still not enough. After dropping their first four matches with an average losing margin of 65.5 points, Gilas Boys put up a valiant late-game stand against Argentina, but still...
View ArticleNATO chief Stoltenberg sidesteps questions on Biden’s health
BRUSSELS, Germany – NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg sidestepped questions on Friday, July 5, about US President Joe Biden’s health ahead of an alliance summit in Washington next week, saying one reason...
View ArticleBelen, Canino make most of long-awaited Alas team-up after UAAP wars
MANILA, Philippines – Bella Belen and Angel Canino have long been tabbed the brightest young stars of Philippine volleyball, ever since they quickly found their footing in the UAAP. Both historic...
View ArticleSolGen files petition to cancel Alice Guo’s birth certificate | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: Solicitor-General files petition to cancel Alice Guo’s birth certificate Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra, the...
View ArticleLIVE UPDATES: Philippines vs Brazil – FIBA OQT 2024 semifinals
MANILA, Philippines – Two more wins and Gilas Pilipinas will play in the Paris Olympics. The Philippines aims to inch closer to that goal as it battles Brazil in the knockout semifinals of the FIBA...
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Maestro Nunelucio: Negros Island’s social-realist art icon
BACOLOD, Philippines – Negros Island has an artist who, for over five decades, has quietly waged a societal revolution through his mesmerizing paintings. Meet Lucio Alvarado, known in Negros as...
View ArticleBiden asks US Congress Democrats to stick with him amid worry about his ability
WASHINGTON, USA – President Joe Biden told his fellow Democrats on Monday, July 8, that he is “firmly committed” to staying in the 2024 presidential race, seeking to head off concerns the party could...
View ArticleWATCH: Sneak peek into Palarong Pambansa 2024
CEBU, Philippines – Final preparations for the Palarong Pambansa 2024 in Cebu City are underway as the opening day of the national sporting event nears. Delegates from different regions have started...
View ArticleP15-million reward hangs over Quiboloy, aides’ heads
MANILA, Philippines – Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos announced on Monday, July 8, a P10-million reward for anyone who can provide vital information leading to the arrest of fugitive Davao preacher...
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[OPINION] Remembering Shinzo Abe as the Philippines, Japan sign military pact
In the flurry of news updates on Monday, July 8, Filipinos kept hearing these Japanese names: Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa, Defense Minister Minoru Kihara, here on behalf of Prime Minister Fumio...
View ArticlePalarong Pambansa 2024: Games, results, updates
The pinnacle showcase of Philippine grassroots sports takes center stage as the “Queen City of the South,” Cebu City, hosts the 2024 Palarong Pambansa from July 9 to 16. Prospect athletes from all...
View ArticleEmbiid will ’embrace’ boos from French crowd when he suits up for Team USA
Team USA’s Joel Embiid, who holds French and American citizenship, said his bruising NBA playoff battles on the road have prepared him for any jeers the French crowd at the Paris Olympics sends his...
View ArticleComelec to probe Alice Guo’s 2022 candidacy | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: Comelec opens probe into Alice Guo’s 2022 candidacy The Commission on Elections launches an investigation into the...
View Article19 hurt as firecracker disposal goes awry in Zamboanga
COTABATO, Philippines – Nineteen people were injured in an explosion during the disposal of seized firecrackers in Zamboanga City on Monday afternoon, July 8. The injured included six police officers...
View ArticleCOA clears 12 BuCor officials, 2 firms of liability over catering issue
MANILA, Philippines – The Commission on Audit (COA) has withdrawn its disapproval of the P115.8-million contract that the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) had awarded to two catering firms. The 11-page...
View ArticleRussian missile attack kills 36, hits children’s hospital, Ukraine says
KYIV, Ukraine – Russia blasted the main children’s hospital in Kyiv with a missile in broad daylight on Monday, July 8, and rained missiles down on other cities across Ukraine, killing at least 36...
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