5 NPA rebels surrender in Isabela
BY FREDDIE LAZARO CAMP MELCHOR F DELA CRUZ, Gamu, Isabela – Five members of the New People’s Army (NPA) yielded to government authorities in Isabela, Army’s 5th…
2 rebels killed in Davao encounter
BY ARMANDO B. FENEQUITO JR. DAVAO CITY – At least two members of New People’s Army (NPA) were killed during an encounter with the troops of 27th…
Over 31,000 kids get anti-polio shots
BY INA HERNANDO-MALIPOT The Philippine Red Cross announced that over 31,000 children have been vaccinated against polio in two large parts of Luzon. The PRC led by…
Pinoy gets boost in bid to join elite club of boxing champs
By REY C. LACHICA Rising star Albert Pagara got a big boost in his desire to join the elite club of Filipino boxing champions after recently…
Saso fires 68, but trails leaders by 2 in rich JLPGA Championship
Rookie Yuka Saso turned in a four-under 68 despite a not so good finish and found herself just two strokes behind Min-Young Lee and Serena Aoki at the start of…
Public warned vs web page with Tugade’s fake driver’s license
BY RICHA NORIEGA The Department of Transportation (DoTr) has warned the public against a malicious web page using a photo of Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade’s fake driver’s license…
BuCor starts processing Pemberton release
BY DHEL NAZARIO * GENALYN KABILING The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) said on Thursday that it has started processing the release of US Marine Lance Cpl. Joseph…
DoJ re-opens preliminary probe on Pimentel quarantine case
BY JEFFREY DAMICOG The Department of Justice (DoJ) has re-opened the preliminary investigation on the complaint filed against Senator Aquilino Martin “Koko” Pimentel III after the National Bureau…
95 convicted Filipinos in UAE freed via prisoner swap deal
BY JEFFREY DAMICOG In exchange for the release of its two convicted citizens, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) returned 95 Filipino prisoners to the Philippines, the Department…
Ex-Negros Oriental town vice mayor gunned down
BY GLAZYL MASCULINO BACOLOD CITY – A former local government official in Pamplona, Negros Oriental was shot dead at Barangay Poblacion on Wednesday night. Slain was former…
Raptors, Celtics in do-or-die Game 7; LA Clippers one away from West Finals
The Toronto Raptors forced a Game 7 and the Los Angeles Clippers are a game away from advancing in NBA second round playoff games Wednesday in Orlando. TORONTO, BOSTON IN…
Board to decide type of bubble as PBA nears restart
By JONAS TERRADO Members of the PBA Board of Governors are expected to decide on Friday what type of bubble the league will adopt should…
How about Michael Pacquiao performing for his father’s fight? It can happen soon
By JAN CARLO ANOLIN Michael Pacquiao, son of eight-division boxing champion Manny Pacquiao, hinted on the possibility of performing when his father goes up into the ring once…
NCAA in talks with 3 major TV networks
Three major television networks have signified their intentions to become the NCAA’s new broadcasting partner following the non-renewal of ABS-CBN’s franchise. Sources said ABS-CBN has already informed NCAA officials regarding…
Raptors tie series with dramatic double OT win over Celts; Clips near West finals
MIAMI (AFP) – With their season on the brink and title repeat hopes in jeopardy, the Toronto Raptors outfought Boston for a dramatic series-tying 125-122 double-overtime triumph Wednesday in the…
