Campus journalists spotlight press freedom at The Spectrum Fellowship
The following is a press release from The Spectrum Fellowship. “Defend the fortress of the free press.” This was the unified call of student journalists from across the Philippines during the 15th The...
View ArticleAsian Women’s Champions League to launch in August with $1.3-million prize
HONG KONG – The inaugural Asian Women’s Champions League will kick off in August with 22 teams competing for the top prize of $1.3 million, the biggest payout for women’s club football on the...
View ArticleCelebrate Dad! Food gifts, bonding activities to make Father’s Day extra special
MANILA, Philippines – It’s your main character moment, Dad! Our hardworking fathers deserve nothing but the best this Father’s Day (and every day). So, what better way to show your appreciation and...
View ArticleChina urges Philippines to shut offshore gambling firms
MANILA, Philippines – China urged the Philippines on Friday, June 14, to stamp out offshore gambling, an online industry it described as a “social ill” encouraging crimes such as kidnapping, human...
View ArticleMake SOGIE equality bill a priority, over 200 groups urge Marcos
MANILA, Philippines – More than 200 organizations across the private sector, including women and youth groups, religious groups, and groups fighting for the rights of the lesbian, gay, bisexual,...
View Article‘The Boys’ season 4: Still ultraviolent, raunchy, and over the top
MANILA, Philippines – As one of Prime Video’s flagship titles, The Boys has carved a space for itself in the whole “prestige TV” format. Knowing that people love violence and gore, and also that...
View ArticleFarmers’ network seeks seed bank for traditional rice varieties in NIR
NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines – A network of farmers’ groups called on the government on Friday, June 14, to help establish a seed bank for traditional rice varieties in the newly reestablished...
View ArticleIt’s OK to joke about God but don’t offend, Pope tells comedians
VATICAN CITY – It’s OK to make fun of God as long as the joke is not offensive, Pope Francis said on Friday, June 14, in a special audience with about 100 comedians, actors and writers from around the...
View Article[Ask the Tax Whiz] Withholding tax under Ease of Paying Taxes law
I have different transactions from my business that are subject to withholding tax. When would my withholding taxes be payable under Ease of Paying Taxes (EOPT) law? Under the EOPT law, the...
View ArticleLIST: Go on a marathon viewing of these must-watch films of National Artist...
The following is a press release from the Cultural Center of the Philippines. An artist’s legacy is an invaluable contribution to society and collective history – their art stands the test of time....
View ArticleLIVE UPDATES: San Miguel vs Meralco – PBA Philippine Cup Finals Game 6
MANILA, Philippines – End or extend? After another down-to-the-wire finish in Game 5, the Meralco Bolts are now just one win away from their first ever title in franchise history. And as the Bolts try...
View ArticleSingapore oil slick closes beaches on resort island
SINGAPORE – Beaches on Singapore’s Sentosa island were closed on Saturday, June 15, after an oil spill spread from a nearby shipping terminal to the tourist haven south of the city-state. A Reuters...
View Article[OPINION] Why women seek divorce
A marriage is a contractual obligation between the parties to love each other. However, when there is no love but only verbal, physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuses, there is no marriage...
View ArticleNewsome’s free throw prowess spelling the difference for Meralco in title quest
MANILA, Philippines – If you’re San Miguel in this PBA Philippine Cup finals, Meralco star Chris Newsome is perhaps the last player you want at the free throw line. Newsome has been automatic with his...
View ArticlePhilippine Marines hold counter-landing drills in Ilocos Norte
ILOCOS NORTE, Philippines – The Philippine Marines on Saturday, June 15, practiced a counter-landing drill in Burgos located in the far north of the Luzon island facing the Taiwan Strait. At the 4th...
View ArticleDave Ildefonso completes stacked Strong Group squad for 2024 Jones Cup
MANILA, Philippines – Rising sports power Strong Group Athletics is once again ready to make a big statement on the international stage as it has completed its stacked roster for the upcoming Jones...
View Article21 Filipino seafarers rescued from ship hit by Houthis – DMW
MANILA, Philippines – Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac said on Saturday, June 15, that 21 of the 22 Filipino seafarers who were on a ship that was attacked by Houthis in...
View ArticleQuezon City police file more criminal complaints vs transport group head
MANILA, Philippines – The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) has filed more criminal complaints against the head of transport group Manibela. The QCPD said on Saturday, June 15, that it filed...
View Article‘Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero’ hands-on preview
There is no denying that Akira Toriyama’s legacy remains strong with a continued slew of launches from the beloved properties he has created over the years. Sand Land launched earlier this year, and...
View Article‘Our greatest blessing in the world’: PH stars celebrate Father’s Day 2024
MANILA, Philippines – Filipinos, including the country’s biggest celebrities, took to social media on Sunday, June 16, to honor their dads and husbands in celebration of Mother’s Day. Sharing photos...
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