President postpones trip to Fujian
The Department of Foreign Affairs yesterday confirmed that President Duterte will no longer pursue his trip to Fujian province in China next week to visit the college named after his…
Casimero, Ramirez dispute WBO crown, slugfest free to public
After a tense moment during the weighin, John Riel Casimero finally conquered the scales and was given the green light to defend the World Boxing Organization bantamweight crown against Mexican…
TS ‘Ineng’ intensifies into severe tropical storm
Tropical storm “Ineng” (international name "Bailu") intensified into a severe tropical storm yesterday and may exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility tonight. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration…
Elorde faces Mexican for WBO title
After 52 years, another Elorde is fighting for a world crown. Juan Miguel Elorde, grandson of Hall of Famer Gabriel “Flash” Elorde, has been tapped to battle Mexican champion Emanuel…
Possible Sanchez release angers Duterte
President Duterte was angry when he learned that convicted rapist and murderer former Calauan, Laguna Mayor Antonio Sanchez could be released earlier due to good conduct. Malacanang said they are…
Korean foils Ikeda, bags LPGT crown
Hwang Min-Jeong stayed true to her vow, winning The Women’s Championship at Summit Point crown by one over Chihiro Ikeda as the Korean prevailed in a duel of faltering finishes with…
Cignal, F2 start title duel in PSL All-Filipino tilt
Riding the crest of a stunning victory over Petron in their knockout match Thursday, Cignal hopes to go all the way to the Promised Land as it battles F2 Logistics…
Fleeing drug suspect dies after jumping off window
A man died while another was injured Thursday night after they jumped off a window on the fourth floor of a building to escape police who caught them in an…
Lions overpower Blazers for 8-0 record in NCAA
Defending champion San Beda University extended its unbeaten winning streak to eight games with another dominant performance over College of St. Benilde Blazers, 88-57, in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament…
Taguig cop shot dead
A police officer was shot dead by an unidentified gunman after he was invited by a friend to attend a wake in Taguig City Thursday night. Police identified the…
Sampaguita-inspired 30th SEA Games torch
The official torch to be used in the upcoming SEA Games was designed by the country’s foremost metal sculptor, Daniel dela Cruz. It will be a signature piece of artwork…
Analysis: USA Basketball wanted to be tested, and they were
This is why USA Basketball went to Melbourne. The Americans wanted trouble. They got some. Thursday's 102-86 win over Australia was everything that U.S. coach Gregg Popovich could have wanted in a…
Isko orders strict inspection of public markets
Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso has ordered an intensified inspection of public markets as thousands of kilograms of “botcha” or spoiled meat have been seized in the capital…
Serena vs Maria in US Open blockbuster 1st round duel
NEW YORK (AFP) – Serena Williams will begin her quest for a seventh US Open title and record-tying 24th Grand Slam victory against long-time rival Maria Sharapova in the US…
Crowe slams ‘joke’ seating at US-Australia tiff
MELBOURNE (AFP) – Oscar-winner Russell Crowe led a chorus of criticism Friday of the seating arrangements at a basketball clash between the United States and Australia, with many fans paying…
Sanchez not qualified for early release – Palace
Rape-murder convict Antonio Sanchez would be "ineligible and disqualified" from availing the benefits of a law that allows reduced jail time for inmates with good behavior, a Palace official…
