Baticans target strong finish, Finals push as JPGT Negros unwraps

NEGROS OCCIDENTAL – With their games sharpened by overseas stints, siblings Rafella and Ralph Batican return to local competition with renewed focus and determination as they chase crucial ranking points in…

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Jinggoy Estrada’s San Juan posts 25th MPBL win; Bataan, Pasig trip rivals

The San Juan Knights thrived under pressure and subdued the Gensan Warriors, 74-66, on Saturday to become the winningest team in the MPBL 2025 Season at the Orion Sports Complex…

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PSC celebrates President Marcos’ 68th birthday with sports ball donation

In celebration of the 68th birthday of His Excellency President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr., the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) proudly announced the donation of 2,000 sports balls to the…

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Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford makes history with victory over Canelo Alvarez

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Terence Crawford said several times in his soft-spoken but confident way that he’s proven doubters wrong throughout his boxing career — and he was planning to…

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Birthday treat: PBBM, fans get slashed ticket prices to World Championships

As a gift to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on his 68th birthday on Saturday, Sept. 13 —and a gesture of gratitude to Filipino volleyball fans—the Local Organizing Committee (LOC)…

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EJ Obiena falls short in final of Tokyo’s world championships

By MARK REY MONTEJO   Two-time Olympian EJ Obiena faltered in his fourth World Championship appearance after failing to qualify for the finals of the men’s pole vault event at…

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Turkey downs Japan; Portugal prevails in FIVB Worlds

By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA   Turkey opened its campaign at the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in style by blasting Japan, 25-19, 25-23, 25-19, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on…

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UP-DLSU rematch set October 19

By MARK REY MONTEJO University of the Philippines begins its title-retention bid in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament against University of Santo Tomas on Sept. 21 at the…

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Magalong tapped as special adviser to independent flood control probe

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong has been tapped as special adviser and investigator to the newly formed Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), which will probe alleged corruption and misuse of…

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USA, Canada start FIVB Worlds campaigns in style

By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA   United States and Canada toppled their respective rivals to jumpstart their respective title campaigns in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in different venues on…

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PBA reaffirms commitment to Gilas

By REYNALD MAGALLON     The PBA has reaffirmed its commitment to support Gilas Pilipinas by adjusting its calendar for its 50th season to give way to the FIBA World…

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Philippines to host the Manila Challenger

A spot in the FIBA 3x3 World Tour 2025 Season Macau Masters will be up for grabs as the Philippines plays hosts to the Manila Challenger on September 20 and…

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DOJ to challenge bail grant for Teves

The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Friday, Sept. 12, that it will file a motion to reconsider the Manila Regional Trial Court’s decision to grant bail to former Negros Oriental…

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DND, AFP reject government withdrawal calls over corruption

The Department of National Defense (DND) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) dismissed calls for the military to withdraw support from the government, amid rising political tensions and…

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Eala loses steam, succumbs to Indonesian rival in SP Open quarters

By MARK REY MONTEJO   Alex Eala couldn’t sustain her early surge and succumbed to Indonesian Janice Tjen, 4-6, 1-6, in their all-Southeast Asian quarterfinal match at the WTA 250…

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EDSA marchers slam ghost projects, demand accountability

“Panagutin Lahat ng Korap!” This was one of the resounding chants echoed by progressive groups during a protest march along Epifanio delos Santos Avenue on Saturday, September 13. From the…

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