ICC asked to free Duterte ahead of Sept. 23 hearing
The camp of former President Rodrigo Duterte has renewed its appeal to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for his interim release, ahead of his scheduled confirmation hearing in The Hague…
PNP to set up sextortion helpline – Torre
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is developing measures to establish a specialized hotline for individuals being blackmailed through sextortion. PNP chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III said the initiative aims to…
Higa, Naredo seek title repeat as Arcillas junior netfest unfolds
Fresh from their dominant performances last week, rising tennis stars Jonathan Higa and Julio Naredo look to extend their winning streaks as they headline the Mayor Arlene Arcillas National Juniors…
Alas star Shaina Nitura out to wow Cebu fans as SSL Nat’l Invitationals resumes
Games Friday (Mandaue Sports Complex) 5 p.m. – USPF vs Ateneo 7 p.m. – USC vs Adamson MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Adamson gets an early acid test when it takes…
Errani, Vavassori victorious in revamped US Open mixed doubles to defend title
By ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK (AP) — Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori defended their U.S. Open mixed doubles title Wednesday night, Aug. 20, keeping a traditional team on top…
Biado, Chua outlast rivals, barge into US Open Round of 64
By MARK REY MONTEJO Top Filipino bets Carlo Biado and Johann Chua stayed hot and outlasted their respective rivals to barge into the knockout round of the 2025 US Open…
No official US extradition request yet for Quiboloy – DOJ
The Department of Justice (DOJ) insisted on Thursday, Aug. 21, that it has not received any formal extradition request from the United States government concerning Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC)…
World Boxing will require sex testing for fighters before world champs in September
By ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES (AP) — The governing body for Olympic-style boxing will require sex testing for all fighters wishing to compete in the women's division at its…
NorthPort in talks with prospective buyer for franchise sale
By REYNALD MAGALLON NorthPort is currently in talks with a prospective buyer for potential sale of its franchise in the PBA. The development was first reported by Spin.PH's…
Red-hot Dungca completes mission, tops John Hay leg to barge into JPGT Finals
BAGUIO CITY – Ronee Dungca barged into the ICTSI Elite Junior Finals the hard way, but did so in emphatic fashion – sharing the top spot in the girls’ 7-10…
‘Set Na Natin ’To’ trophy and mascot tour in Laoag this Saturday
A mini tournament among four Ilocos Norte teams will welcome the “Set Na Natin ’To” Trophy and Mascot Tour set this Saturday, Aug. 24, at the recently-opened SM City Laoag.…
Volleyball stars Solomon, Lamina earn college diplomas at NU
By MARK REY MONTEJO Collegiate stars Alyssa Solomon and Lams Lamina achieved another feat in their young, promising careers ˗˗ albeit, this time, outside the court ˗˗ after finally…
Education behind bars: 2 PDLs earn college degrees from Pangasinan State U
By LIEZLE BASA IÑIGO ASINGAN, Pangasinan — Two persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) have successfully graduated from Pangasinan State University (PSU) through its Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program…
What makes Heaven Peralejo and Jerome Ponce perfect for ‘I Love You Since 1892’
By NEIL RAMOS When news broke about Heaven Peralejo and Jerome Ponce being cast as leads of “I Love You Since 1892,” longtime fans of the hit Wattpad novel quickly…
Comelec chief’s bag stolen; police hunt ‘Salisi Gang’
Police launched a manhunt for six members of the notorious “Salisi Gang” who allegedly stole the bag of Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman George Garcia while he was dining at…
Kitty Duterte echoes FPRRD’s resolve: ‘No regrets, no apologies’
DAVAO CITY – “No regrets, no apologies.” That was the firm stance reiterated by former President Rodrigo Duterte regarding his decisions and actions during his presidency, emphasizing that he stands…
