Kirsty Coventry elected IOC president and is first woman, first African to lead global Olympic body

By ASSOCIATED PRESS   COSTA NAVARINO, Greece (AP) — Kirsty Coventry was elected president of the International Olympic Committee on Thursday, March 20, and became the first woman and first…

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Akari’s grit shines as Chargers edge out raw but fiery Highrisers to gain semis

Akari once again showcased its championship resolve, grinding out a pulsating 19-25, 25-20, 16-25, 25-20, 15-12 victory over a gutsy but still-maturing Galeries Tower side to punch the second ticket…

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Boston Celtics to be sold for record $6.1 billion to group led by private equity mogul

By ASSOCIATED PRESS   BOSTON (AP) — Private equity mogul William Chisholm agreed to buy the Boston Celtics on Thursday, March 20, in a deal that values the NBA's reigning…

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Flying Titans turn back High Speed Hitters, book semis berth

By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA   Choco Mucho fought back tooth and nail in the pivotal fifth set to turn back a tough PLDT side, 25-15, 12-25, 25-23, 21-25, 15-13, and book…

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Police hunt 2 suspects in Boracay rape-slay case

ILOILO CITY –  Police are hunting down two suspects in the rape-slay of a Slovakian tourist whose body was found in an abandoned chapel at world-famous Boracay Island in Malay…

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Tim Yap signs with Sparkle

Tim Yap has officially signed with Sparkle, the talent management arm of GMA. The contract signingtook place on Tuesday, March 18, with GMA Network Senior Vice President Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes and…

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‘PATENTLY ILLEGAL’: VP Sara insists dad forcibly taken

Vice President Sara Duterte insisted yesterday that her father was forcibly taken by the Philippine National Police (PNP) upon his arrival at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) from Hong…

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Kaila Estrada on beauty, empowerment

Recognized among more talented actresses of her generation following marked performances in several hit shows including “Linlang,” “Incognito,” among others, Kaila Estrada is slowly but surely inching forward, establishing her…

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No mastermind in Duterte’s arrest – Jonvic

Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Juanito Victor “Jonvic” Remulla Jr. said on Thursday, March 20, that there was no “mastermind” behind the arrest of former President Rodrigo…

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Skyrisers soar to WMPBL quarters

Galeries Tower grabbed the second seed in Pool B after overpowering Cavite-TOL, 77-48, to finish the 2025 Women’s Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (WMPBL) Invitational Tournament elimination round, Wednesday, March 19,…

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Batican tightens grip as Sarines, Uyking head for nail-biting finish

SANTA ROSA, Laguna – Despite an early stumble and late struggles on a rain-hit, windy Thursday, March 20, at The Country Club, Ralph Batican persevered through tough conditions, carding a…

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Perpetual scores twin kill in NCAA Season 100 volleyball tourney

By REYNALD MAGALLON     University of Perpetual Help scored a twin kill, with the Lady Altas keeping their clean slate and Spikers notching their fifth victory, both against San…

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This time, Jerusalem eyes convincing win vs Japanese foe

By REYNALD MAGALLON   Melvin Jerusalem sweated it out on the heavy bag, unloading crisp and whistling punches whose impact resonated in every corner of the Elite Boxing and Muay…

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Joshua Pacio ‘excited’ to corner Folayang for rivalry match against Aoki

Reigning ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion Joshua "The Passion" Pacio will call the tactical shots from the corner of former two-time ONE Lightweight MMA World Champion Eduard "Landslide" Folayang for…

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FIVB rules chief Paredes reboots PHL volleyball refs for worlds

Thirty-four referees—including eight international referees—are undergoing a five-day refresher course as they reboot for the country’s hosting of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship Philippines 2025 in September. Argentina’s Guillermo…

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Police rescue baby sold by couple for P30,000

CEBU CITY – Police rescued a 22-day-old baby who was sold for P30,000 by her parents who are allegedly using illegal drugs. The baby’s parents who are live-in partners from…

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