Xavier, San Beda-A down Martin Cup rivals

The Xavier School Golden Stallions drew big baskets from Darren Sytin and Miguel Tan and turned back the University of Santo Tomas Tiger Cubs, 77-73, in the 16th Fr. Martin…

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Mr. Universe Tourism Ion Perez, may anak na

SA kauna-unahang pagkakataon, inamin ni reigning Mister Universe Tourism Ion Perez sa exclusive interview na may anak na siya. “May 3-year-old na anak na po akong lalaki,” ang sagot ni…

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P150 M for rehab work in Boracay

The government has allocated R150 million to sustain the rehabilitation works in Boracay Island and prevent its further environmental decay next year. The budget allocation for Boracay is included in…

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There’s still Love in Cleveland

LOS ANGELES (AFP) – Kevin Love has signed a new long-term contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers as the franchise looks to the future following the departure of LeBron James, it…

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Alaphilippe makes it double

BAGNÈRES-DE-LUCHON, France (AFP) – Frenchman Julian Alaphilippe of the Quick Step team soloed to victory on a drama-filled Tour de France 16th stage Tuesday after capitalizing on a late crash…

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Dream big

This is a continuation of the Commencement Speech I delivered to the 2018 graduates of the University of the Philippines Visayas last June 22 in Miagao, Iloilo. * * *…

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A different SoNA, a new House leadership

THE nation saw and heard a different “State of the Nation” affair last Monday. As in the past, President Duterte, like all previous presidents, reported on the outstanding developments of…

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The request of James and John

Gospel Reading: Mt 20:20-28 The mother of the sons of Zebedee approached Jesus with her sons and did him homage, wishing to ask him for something. He said to her,…

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Senators nix moves to make Arroyo PM

By HANNAH TORREGOZA Senator Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito on Tuesday predicted that senators will close ranks the minute they sense that newly-elected House Speaker Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo will perpetuate herself into…

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Korean eyes big comeback at Midlands

TAGAYTAY CITY – South Korean Lee Jeong-Hwa sets out for a big return on the ICTSI Champion Tour she once dominated as she rejoins the title hunt in the $75,000…

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No to telco duopoly

President Duterte is determined to break the duopoly in the telecommunications industry by allowing any foreign and local company to become the third player in the market. In his State-of-the-Nation-Address…

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Man arrested for working out naked in public gym

A man who stripped naked before working out at a New Hampshire gym told police officers that he thought he was in a “Judgment Free Zone,” before being arrested. NECN…

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FEU, UST tossers seek 2nd PVL wins

By Kristel Satumbaga Games Today (The Arena, San Juan City) 9 a.m. – La Salle vs Adamson (men’s) 11 a.m. – CSB vs NU (men’s) 2 p.m. – San Beda…

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Palace ready to work with GMA

By GENALYN KABILING Malacañang is prepared to work with newly elected House Speaker Gloria Macapagal Arroyo on the administration’s legislative agenda, including the passage of the proposed 2019 national budget.…

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Thai boys ordained as Buddhist novices

BANGKOK (Reuters) – Eleven boys from a soccer team, who were rescued from a flooded Thai cave in a drama that gripped global audiences, took their first steps on Tuesday…

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‘Very peaceful’ SoNA

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) announced yesterday that the protests held in Metro Manila for President Duterte’s third State-of-the-Nation Address (SoNA) went “very peaceful”. “ satisfied and very…

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