Palace urges suspension of work in private sector
Malacañang has recommended the suspension of work in the private sector to ensure the safety of its employees amid the eruption of the Taal Volcano. In a statement early…
Local dev’t programs along with peace talks
THE 16-day ceasefires declared by the Philippine government and the New People’s Army (NPA)-National Democratic Front (NDF)-Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) ended last Wednesday, January 8. Although there…
Let there be peace
ONE of the noticeable effects of conflicts and impending wars is that people get to realize the value of peace. All of a sudden, they talk about peace –…
Baptism needs follow-up
THERE was once a woman who brought her child to church for baptism. “What’s the baby’s name?” asked the parish priest. “Toyota,” said the mother. Taken aback the priest…
Are orgasms the same?
Hello Ma’am Rica, Ako naman ay very curious lang kung meron bang difference ang orgasms ng men and women. Parang mas madali kasing mareach ang orgasm ng lalaki so…
Titans, 49ers advance in NFL playoffs
SAN FRANCISCO (AFP) – Derrick Henry rushed for 195 yards and completed a dazzling touchdown pass to Corey Davis as the Tennessee Titans reached deep into their bag of tricks…
Serena bags WTA Auckland title
AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AFP) – Serena Williams ended a three-year title drought and raised expectations for the Australian Open when she overcame a sluggish start to beat outsider Jessica Pegula,…
Wilson first MPBL 1,000-point man
John Wilson achieved another scoring record to power the San Juan Knights past the Pasig-Sta. Lucia Realtors, 109-99, Saturday in the Chooks-to-Go/MPBL Lakan Season at the FilOil Flying V Centre…
Giannis leads Bucks in rout of Blazers
LOS ANGELES (AFP) – Giannis Antetokounmpo rebounded from his season-worst performance to tally 32 points and 17 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks routed the Portland Trail Blazers 122-101 on Saturday.…
Amer key to title?
By JONAS TERRADO The chances of the Meralco Bolts winning a first-ever PBA championship could hinge on point guard Baser Amer’s performances for the rest of their Governors’ Cup Finals…
Thais out to cap run in PGT Asia
Namchok Tantipokhakul and Wisut Artjanawat seek to close out the Philippine Golf Tour Asia’s third season the way they kicked off Thailand’s campaign last year with Kammalas Namuangruk and Nirun…
Chinese man falls from burning building
A Chinese national died after falling from a burning building in Malate, Manila, late Saturday afternoon. Police identified the fatality as Wang Ser Siong, 64, occupant of a unit…
NBI autopsy: Villavende sexually abused
By REY PANALIGAN Justice Secretary Menardo I. Guevarra said yesterday “there were clear indications” that slain overseas Filipino worker Jeanelyn Villavende was sexually abused. “There were also old healed wounds…
Thousands flee as Taal Volcano erupts
By ELLALYN RUIZ * AARON RECUENCO * MARTIN SADONGDONG Authorities rushed to evacuate at least 8,000 people who are living within the striking distance of volcanic materials after Taal Volcano…
