DA declares Camarines Norte bird flu-free
MANILA, Philippines – Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. declared Camarines Norte free from avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, on Tuesday, March 4. The province confirmed in...
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Filipino migrant fishers find justice elusive in foreign vessels, homeland
Last of 2 partsPART 1 | Filipino migrant fishers toil on foreign vessels, return home with unpaid wages Filipino migrant fishers are at the bottom of the food chain that feeds manning agencies,...
View ArticleNight, night: Curry puts on show vs Knicks as Warriors continue surge
Stephen Curry led the way with 28 points, Gui Santos ignited a late surge with a three-pointer, and the Golden State Warriors outfinished the host New York Knicks for a 114-102 victory on Tuesday,...
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[OPINION] Socialized burden, privatized profits: The real cost of alcohol and...
The true cost of alcohol and tobacco goes far beyond what’s on the price tag. A P55 can of beer or a P150 pack of cigarettes seems inexpensive, but society pays the real price — lives lost to disease,...
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NAIA introduces automated parking system to enhance traffic flow
MANILA, Philippines – To help drivers save time and avoid traffic, automated parking is now available at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). This means that entrances at the parking area...
View ArticlePope Francis, in hospital, names new bishop of Camarines Norte
MANILA, Philippines – Pope Francis named Father Herman Guinto Abcede, a Bicolano canon lawyer, as the new bishop of the Diocese of Daet in Camarines Norte. He will replace Archbishop Rex Andrew...
View ArticlePHLPost unveils ‘Great Men of Bago’ stamp series
NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines – The Philippine Postal Corporation has come up with a new series of commemorative stamps to pay tribute to heroic deeds and revolutionary acts of four exemplary men...
View ArticleDown 15, Cavs surge past Bulls for 11th straight win
Donovan Mitchell scored 28 points and Jarrett Allen notched a 25-point, 17-rebound double-double as the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers rallied to defeat the Chicago Bulls 139-117 for their 11th straight...
View ArticleTrump hails ‘reclaiming’ of Panama canal after BlackRock-led group’s deal to...
US President Donald Trump has hailed a deal led by US firm BlackRock to buy most of the $22.8 billion ports business of Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison, which includes assets along the Panama...
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Pope Francis rested well overnight in hospital, Vatican says
VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis, who has been struggling to overcome double pneumonia for almost three weeks, had a restful night in hospital, the Vatican said on Wednesday, March 5. The 88-year-old pope...
View Article[WATCH] On ashes and hope: A Manila Cathedral homily on the start of Lent
MANILA, Philippines – “How can ashes be a symbol of hope?” Father Viel Bautista, vice rector of the Manila Cathedral, reflected on the connection between Ash Wednesday and the Jubilee Year of Hope. He...
View ArticleWATCH: OK na ‘to, Teacher Rubilyn? Ano’ng dapat gawin sa mga pasaway?
Isang hamon sa pang-araw-araw na buhay ni Teacher Rubilyn ay ang pangangaral at paggabay sa kanyang mga estudyante, lalo na ‘yung mga pasaway. Pero paano naman niya ituturo sa mga bata ang kabutihang...
View ArticleWalden Bello’s new political memoir ‘Global Battlefields’ showcases a...
(This is a press release from the Ateneo de Manila University Press) Deemed by Nobel Laureate Maria Ressa as “a raw and honest examination of what it takes to challenge power and money,” this new...
View ArticleLakas-CMD replaces PDP-Laban as dominant majority party
MANILA, Philippines – The Romualdez-led Lakas Christian-Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD) has replaced the Duterte-led Partido ng Demokratiko Pilipino Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban) as the dominant majority...
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‘Historic’: Environmental groups hail 50-year mining moratorium in Palawan
MANILA, Philippines – Environmental and anti-mining groups on Thursday, March 6, hailed a new local ordinance implementing a 50-year moratorium on new mining applications in Palawan. The ordinance...
View ArticleWATCH: Kiko Pangilinan, Bam Aquino hold press conference in Iloilo
ILOILO CITY, Philippines – Former senators Kiko Pangilinan and Bam Aquino headed to Iloilo City for their volunteers’ campaign kickoff for the two senatorial aspirants on Thursday, March 6. In 2022,...
View ArticleSouth Korea air force jets accidentally drop bombs on homes, injuring 15
POCHEON, South Korea – Fifteen people were injured in South Korea on Thursday, March 6, after bombs dropped by fighter jets landed in a civilian district, damaging houses and a church during military...
View ArticleJames Harden pours in 50 to propel Clippers past Pistons
James Harden scored a season-high 50 points and Ivica Zubac added 22 points with 11 rebounds as the shorthanded Los Angeles Clippers celebrated their return home with a 123-115 victory over the...
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Negros Occidental ramps up measures for evacuees, halts classes over heat surge
NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines – Rising temperatures prompted emergency responders to move to ensure the protection of over 5,000 Kanlaon Volcano eruption evacuees sheltering in makeshift facilities...
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PAL to serve daily flights to Siargao, Batanes from Clark
MANILA, Philippines – Ahead of the summer season, Philippine Airlines (PAL) expanded its local network by introducing new routes. Starting May 1, the flag carrier will offer daily flights to Siargao...
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