No tickets, no revenue in ‘closed-door’ match
By Jonas Terrado The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) said it will work closely with world governing body FIBA to ensure a smooth hosting of Gilas Pilipinas’ Sept. 17 closed-door…
Crime gang leader, member nabbed; P2.3-M shabu seized
The alleged leader of a gun-for-hire and drug trafficking group and his cohort were arrested by police after they yielded P2.3-million worth of shabu in a buy-bust operation in Caloocan…
The chosen servant
Gospel reading: Mt 12:14-21 The Pharisees went out and took counsel against Jesus to put him to death. When Jesus realized this, he withdrew from that place. Many people followed…
What’s your favorite ABBA song? ‘Mamma Mia!’ cast share their picks
LONDON (Reuters) – From the upbeat “Waterloo” to the lesser known “When I Kissed The Teacher,” the “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” cast belt out an array of ABBA…
PAL world’s second most improved airline in 2018
Philippine Airlines is now ranked No. 49 in world airline standings and second most improved airline in the world for 2018, according to the largest airline passenger survey conducted by…
Trump invites Putin to DC
WASHINGTON (AP) – Unbowed by swirling criticism of his summit encounter with Vladimir Putin, President Donald Trump swiftly invited the Russian leader to the White House this fall for a…
NBI files charges vs mayor, others for Boracay mess
The National Bureau of Investigation has filed criminal cases against Malay, Aklan Mayor Ceciro Cawaling as well several local officials and corporations at the Department of Justice in Manila for…
Explosive Game 3 seen: ROS, Kings eye 2-1 lead
By Jonas Terrado Game Today (Mall of Asia Arena) 6:30 p.m. – Ginebra vs Rain or Shine (Series tied 1-1) Rain or Shine, a rejuvenated bunch after a bounce back…
Modern slavery most prevalent in North Korea
NEW YORK (Reuters) - North Korea and Eritrea have the world’s highest rates of enslaved people, said a global survey released on Thursday that focused on the roles of conflict…
Arum unfazed by MP’s heart issue
By Nick Giongco Despite reports saying that Manny Pacquiao has medical issues, Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum is travelling to Manila early next month to discuss with the Filipino…
Villar cites R&D role in agri growth
Sen. Cynthia A. Villar has underscored the need to invest in research and development (R&D) to hasten the growth and development of the agriculture sector. Villar, chairperson of the Senate…
Storm, LPA boost monsoon
Two weather systems – tropical storm “Inday” (international name “Ampil), which has intensified into severe tropical storm, and a new low pressure area spotted outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility…
Neanderthal man knew how to make a fire
Neanderthal man knew how to make a fire by striking stone to create sparks, researchers said Thursday after analyzing several tools found at sites in France dating from 50,000 years…
Tom Jones cancels UK shows due to infection
LONDON (Reuters) – Welsh singer Tom Jones, 78, has been taken to hospital with a bacterial infection, forcing him to cancel shows in Britain. Jones, whose hits include “It’s Not…
Miciano draws vs Indian foe
International Master John Marvin Miciano drew his seventh-round assignment on Thursday night to stay in the Top 10 of the XX Obert Internacional Sant Marti 2018 in Barcelona, Spain. The…
Plastic surgeon nabbed after patient death
BRASILIA (Reuters) – A plastic surgeon known as “Dr. Bumbum” or “Dr. Butt” on social media because of his buttock-enhancement operations was arrested on Thursday in Rio de Janeiro, four…
