Bacyadan suffers controversial loss in bronze match
By RAMON BONILLA CHENGDU, China — Kickboxer Hergie Bacyadan threw everything and was looking poised at winning the country's second bronze medal in the 2025 World Games. But the…
Eldrew Yulo, Antone ready to shine at world junior gymnastics in Manila
By MARK REY MONTEJO The Philippines caught the world's attention after Carlos Yulo completed a historic two-gold medal haul in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Expect more honors to come…
Swift tease
By RAMPADOR ALINDOG Taylor Swift has officially stepped into her Burlesque Era — you’ll know it the instant you see it. The theatrical shift coincides with her 12th studio album,…
‘Set Na Natin ’To’ trumpets readiness for FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship
THE Philippines’ top sports executives gathered to rally fans at the Mall of Asia Arena Music Hall as the country shifted into overdrive with just a month to go before…
Filipinas end title defense bid with draw vs Myanmar, exit Serenity Cup
By MARK REY MONTEJO The Philippine women’s football team ended its title defense on sad note as its must-win attempt was turned into a 1-1 draw against Myanmar in…
2 women shot dead, bodies found in Zambales canal
By LIEZLE BASA IÑIGO Two women were found dead with gunshot wounds in a canal at Purok 5, Barangay Salaza, Palauig, Zambales, early Thursday morning, August 14, just hours after…
Sister act no more? Kim, Lakam naglalaglagan nga ba sa IG?
By DELIA CUARESMA Akala ng lahat ay forever sisters goals si Kim Chiu at ang ate niyang si Lakam — lagi magkasama at parang walang hanggan ang sisterly love. Pero…
Villaroman grinds, Pak glides to victory at JPGT Pradera
LUBAO, Pampanga – Zachary Villaroman and Korean debutant Seeun Pak fashioned out contrasting wins in the 15-18 division of the ICTSI Pradera Verde Junior PGT Championship here Thursday. While Villaroman fought…
SEA Games veterans shine in Cebu’s Sunrise Sprint
In a showcase of endurance, strategy and unyielding spirit, SEA Games triathlon medalists Kim Remolino and Erika Burgos stamped their class once again at the 2025 Sunrise Sprint in Mactan,…
Padilla’s staff member under probe over marijuana use inside Senate
Senator Robinhood Padilla has ordered an investigation following reports that one of his staff members was allegedly caught smoking marijuana within the Senate premises. On Thursday, August 14, Padilla’s chief…
Romero delivers as GlobalPort-PFP stuns reigning titlist at USPA Midwest Open
By REYNALD MAGALLON In a great show of athleticism and gallantry, Mikee Romero broke free in a blur of speed and escaped a fierce scramble for the polo…
Child care facility shut down; operator to face abuse raps
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said it will file criminal charges against the operator of a child care facility in Mexico, Pampanga, who was arrested on Wednesday,…
Thunder headline NBA’s opening night, Christmas schedule for this season
By ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK (AP) — The Oklahoma City Thunder felt slighted last season when they were left off the NBA’s Christmas schedule. That won’t be an issue…
NBA approves sale of Celtics to private equity mogul Bill Chisholm for record $6.1 billion
By ASSOCIATED PRESS BOSTON (AP) — The NBA on Wednesday, Aug. 13, unanimously approved the sale of the Boston Celtics to a group led by private equity mogul Bill…
Barangay, SK terms extended to 4 years; elections moved to 2026
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed into law a measure extending the term of office for barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials from three to four years and officially postponing…
Jayson Vayson targets Oscar Collazo’s unified WBO, WBA, The Ring belts
By REYNALD MAGALLON Jayson Vayson's name is rarely mentioned when it comes to the talks about the country's top boxers. But he vowed to change that as he…
