War vs threat groups continues, says AFP
The Armed Forces of the Philippines said yesterday that it will continue to conduct focused military operations to win the war against threat groups in the country this year.
Senate prepares for Cha-cha debates
Senate deliberations on the various proposals to revise the 1987 Constitution are expected to gain momentum this year when Congress resumes sessions on January 16.
President eyes ‘greater good’ in ‘crackers ban
Buoyed by the fewer firecracker-related injuries during the last New Year’s Eve revelry, Malacañang has assured that President Duterte will consider the “greater good” before deciding on the proposed firecracker…
Oil firms increase pump prices today
In an advisory, Flying V and Shell said they will hike gasoline prices by 70 centavos per liter and diesel prices by 60 centavos per liter.
PBA: Cadets holding own against pros
When the PBA and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas sealed a landmark agreement by allowing Gilas Pilipinas cadet players to join the pro league by going through the Rookie Draft,…
Manhunt under way for Turkey club gunman
Turkish police yesterday were conducting a massive manhunt for a gunman who killed 39 people, mostly foreigners, in a rampage at an upmarket nightclub in Istanbul where revelers were celebrating…
6 drug suspects up for preliminary probe before DoJ
Six drug suspects, including three Chinese nationals, will be brought back to the Department of Justice today for the preliminary investigation over their alleged involvement in the R3.6-billion worth of…
Duterte looking for ‘win-win solution’ to SSS pension hike
President Duterte is looking for a “win-win solution” to resolve the impasse over the proposed pension increase for Social Security System members.
$20 million
Sen. Manny Pacquiao wants to resurface in late-April for a guaranteed purse of $20-million against undefeated American Terence Crawford.
Envoy sees brighter Manila-Beijing ties
After going through a turbulent period as a result of bitter territorial disputes over certain areas in the South China Sea, the country’s ambassador-designate to Beijing sees brighter relations this…
Son Nate making his presence felt on social media, says Ogie
SINGER-composer Ogie Alcasid has said that he would never encourage his son Nathaniel James or Nate to join show business but he would never stop him from doing what he…
Xi condoles with PH over ‘Nina’
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday extended condolences to President Duterte over the casualties and damage caused by typhoon “Nina” (international name “Nock-ten.”)
John the Baptist’s testimony to Jesus
He is the one of whom I said, ‘A man is coming after me who ranks ahead of me because he existed before me.’ I did not know him, but…
Serena rained out
Serena Williams will have to wait a little longer for her first match of 2017 after rain curtailed play Monday on the opening day of the ASB Classic.
UN chief condemns attack
United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Sunday condemned the “despicable terrorist attack” in a nightclub in Istanbul, Turkey.
Bruce Willis, Demi Moore donate Idaho Theater to troupe
Actors Bruce Willis and Demi Moore have donated the Liberty Theatre in downtown Hailey to a local theater company.
