‘Trump-shaped ecstasy pills’

PERU, Indiana (AP) – Police say orange-colored ecstasy pills bearing an image resembling President Donald Trump’s face are making the rounds in northern Indiana. Indiana State Police said in a…

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Thai boys trapped in cave found alive

MAE SAI, THAILAND (AFP) – Food and medical help reached 13 members of a Thai youth football team found rake thin but alive, huddled on a ledge deep inside a…

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The healing of the Gadarene demoniacs

Gospel Reading: Mt 8:28-34 When Jesus came to the territory of the Gadarenes, two demoniacs who were coming from the tombs met him. They were so savage that no one…

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DoH keeps close watch on ‘lepto’

Health Secretary Francisco Duque III said yesterday that they are “closely monitoring” the cases of leptospirosis in the country in order to determine if there is a need to declare…

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Batang Gilas eyes first win vs Argentina

By Jerome Lagunzad Game Today (Newell’s Old Boys Stadium) 7:30 a.m. – Batang Gilas vs Argentina Batang Gilas plunges back to action today against host Argentina with strong hopes of…

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FIFA World Cup: From cheers to tears

ROSTOV-ON-DON, Russia (AFP) – Belgium produced one of the great World Cup comebacks on Monday to beat Japan, 3-2, and set up an attractive-looking quarterfinal clash against Neymar’s Brazil.

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FIFA World Cup: Japan goes for history

\ ROSTOV-ON-DON, Russia (AFP) – Japan has the spirit and mentality to reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in their history, coach Akira Nishino said on Sunday…

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Pangilinan furious over Australia’s transgression

The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) called on world governing body FIBA to take action on the incident that saw members of Australia’s national team’s rip advertising stickers placed on…

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Asian Games isn’t for exposure – Fernandez

By Nick Giongco National sports associations in dire need of exposure need not send athletes to the Asian Games, said Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) commissioner Ramon Fernandez.

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Petron debuts vs Foton today

Games Today (Cadiz Arena, Negros Occidental) 4:15 p.m. – Cignal vs Sta. Lucia 7:00 p.m. – Foton vs Petron By Jerome Lagunzad Reigning Grand Prix titleholder Petron makes its highly-awaited…

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Touted Fil-Am center likely to play for NU

By Jerome Lagunzad Don’t look now, but touted Fil-Am big man Troy Rike could bring his act to the Philippine collegiate basketball scene.

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Lions eye 3rd straight NCAA title

By Jerome Lagunzad Seeking a third straight crown and 11th overall in the last 13 years, San Beda tactician Boyet Fernandez believes the Red Lions still have enough reasons to…

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Go for Gold vs Che’Lu

By Jerome Lagunzad Games Tuesday (Ynares Sports Arena) 1 p.m. – Che’Lu Bar and Grill vs Go for Gold 3 p.m. – Marinerong Pilipino vs AMA Online Pacesetting Go for…

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Jesus appears to His disciples

Thomas, called Didymus, one of the Twelve, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples said to him, “We have seen the Lord.” But Thomas said to…

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Choice of referee vital in Pacquiao July 15 fight

By Nick Giongco A referee who won’t tolerate bruising and similar dirty tactics is being eyed to work Manny Pacquiao’s world welterweight title challenge of Argentine champion Lucas Matthysse on…

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Euro champion beats Batang Gilas by 41

By Jerome Lagunzad Game Tomorrow (Newell’s Old Boys Stadium) 7:30 a.m. — Batang Gilas vs Argentina Batang Gilas made a gallant stand early on but struggled to keep in step…

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