Pinoy MMA fighter ready to defend title

By Rafael Bandayrel Team Lakay young gun Joshua Pacio will be the first among five reigning Filipino ONE World champions to defend a crown this year when he takes on…

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Azkals eye upset vs China

By Jonas Terrado Game Friday (Abu Dhabi, UAE) 9:30 p.m. – China vs Philippines The Philippine Azkals try to meet growing expectations and score an upset victory against China tonight…

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Squires gain volley semis

By Kristel Satumbaga Letran made short work of Mapua, 25-18, 25-19, 25-22, to clinch a semis berth in the NCAA juniors volleyball competition yesterday at The Arena in San Juan…

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Pinoy rowers revving up for SEAG

By Dennis Principe Philippine Rowing team coach Edgardo Maerina said they are determined to answer the call of Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) officials for them to deliver the goods in…

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Miracle in Quiapo

    THE miracle of Quiapo is not the traditional, etched-in-stone show of faith and fervor by a multitude of devotees willing to risk their lives to venerate a miraculous…

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LTFRB employee fired over alleged corruption

  AN employee of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) was fired for allegedly receiving money in exchange for faster processing of documents, the agency said Thursday. Both…

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Alab tries to bounce back vs Hong Kong

Game Saturday (Sta. Rosa, Laguna) 8 p.m. – Alab Pilipinas vs Hong Kong Defending champion San Miguel Alab Pilipinas tries to bounce from a heartbreaking road loss two nights earlier…

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GenSan, ‘Munti’ triumph in MPBL

By Kristel Satumbaga The GenSan Warriors and the Muntinlupa Cagers outlasted their fancied opponents on Wednesday to boost their playoff chances in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League Datu Cup at…

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Teachers assured on PNP operation

    MEMBERS of the teachers group Al­liance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) have expressed concern over police efforts in many parts of the country to identify members of ACT in…

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Senate, Palace seek 1st QF wins

Games Sunday (Pasig City Sports Center) 3 p.m. – Malacañang-PSC vs NHA 4:30 p.m. – Senate vs PITC The defending champions Senate Defender look to sustain their impressive showing in…

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Bucks foil Rockets; Antetokounmpo tallies 27 points, 21 boards

HOUSTON (AP) – Giannis Antetokounmpo had 27 points and a season-high 21 rebounds to help the Milwaukee Bucks withstand a 42-point performance from James Harden and beat the Houston Rockets…

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Cop shot dead in QC eatery

    A POLICE officer was shot dead Wednesday night by a motorcycle-riding gunman while having dinner at his favorite eatery in Quezon City. Investigators of the Quezon City Police…

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Pacquiao plays down presidency talk, eyes on beating Broner

LOS ANGELES (AFP) – Manny Pacquiao played down reports linking him to a bid for the presidency of the Philippines on Wednesday, insisting he remained solely focused on the twilight…

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NFL: Payton use Lombardi Trophy, cash as motivation

METAIRIE, La. (AP) — The Lombardi Trophy, stacks of cash totaling more than $200,000 and a Super Bowl ring — flanked by armed guards — were among the sights Saints…

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Duterte’s advice: Stop smoking, live longer

Stop smoking and live longer. President Duterte gave this advice to smokers especially the young ones after noticing the high tobacco consumption despite higher sin taxes. The President, a former smoker, has…

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