Muntinlupa City to punish dishonest COVID patients
Persons who are confirmed, probable and suspected coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases face fines and imprisonment in Muntinlupa if they deliberately withhold information and lie about relevant details. This is…
NBI seizes P41.7-M medical supplies
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has seized around P41.7 million worth of medical supplies during a series of operations against persons involved in hoarding, profiteering and overpricing. NBI Officer-in-Charge…
2 MMDA enforcers held for extortion in Makati
Police arrested two enforcers of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) for allegedly extorting money from three motorcycle drivers delivering food in Makati City on Friday night Major Gideon…
Public warned vs phishing, donation scams
Cybercriminals are taking advantage of the Luzon-wide enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) by perpetrating unlawful acts such as phishing and donation scams, Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles cautioned the public on Saturday.…
5 wins that are so special for Pacquiao
BY NICK GIONGCO It was the perfect time for Manny Pacquiao to come up with a short list of his greatest hits in an illustrious career dating…
Gov’t to set up COVID-19 specimen collection booths
The Department of Science and Technology (DoST) and the Department of Health (DoH) will set up specimen collection booths across the country in a bid to improve the country's…
Guard saves 2 robbery victims, faces theft case
Two foreigners were arrested for allegedly robbing P6 million cash from their fellow Chinese in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, police reported on Saturday. But an interesting twist in the story happened…
PBA can resume games event without fans – Guiao
By Waylon Galvez NLEX mentor Yeng Guiao believes that the PBA can resume its season with right strategies that revolve around strict health protocol and live streaming…
Murray haunted by 2016 Roland Garros final loss to Djokovic
Andy Murray admits that his Roland Garros final defeat in 2016 to lifetime rival Novak Djokovic remains one of his most shattering losses. Djokovic triumphed in Paris, 3–6, 6–1,…
British horseracing launches virus aid package
The British Horseracing Authority announced Friday a $27.5 million aid package in response to the financial impact of the coronavirus. All racing in Britain was suspended on March 17 following…
Italian football may resume next month
The Italian football federation (FIGC) said on Friday that club matches should resume "in late May, early June", saying those advocating cancellation of the season "do not like football, or…
Federer disappointed after Laver Cup reset to next year
The fourth edition of the Laver Cup has been postponed from September 2020 to 2021 because of scheduling conflicts with other tennis events in a year disrupted by COVID-19, organizers…
NBA, players finalizing plan for partial salary withholding
LOS ANGELES (AFP) ‒ With the NBA on hold, the league and players union are finalizing a plan to withhold 25% of each player's salary starting on May 15, ESPN…
Ateneo fencer launches own fund-raising drive for frontliners
Ateneo Lady Eagle Maxine Esteban is not only fiery and smart, she’s also a kind-hearted fencer – on and off the playing arena. In fact, the charming SEA Games veteran…
11th commandment
WITH time on my hands – while I grow my hair like Rapunzel’s and nails like Maleficent’s – I’m enjoying making my bed in the morning with Zen-like mindfulness,…
A political twist in US epidemic
COVID-19 has been largely a health crisis with serious economic implications for the various countries around the world. In the United States, it appears to have developed a political…
