China claims it has audio recording of ‘new deal’ with Wescom chief | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the the world: China ups ante, says it has audio recording of ‘new deal’ arrangement with PH Wescom chief The word war...
View ArticleTerrafirma hoping to ‘change the narrative’ with first playoff stint in 8 years
MANILA, Philippines – A coveted playoff spot after a grueling eight-year wait gives Terrafirma hope that it is the start of something new. Powered by Juami Tiongson, Javi Gomez de Liaño, and Stephen...
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China outbound investment rule to be completed by end of year – US official
WASHINGTON, USA – Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said Wednesday, May 8, she expects rules to implement US outbound investment restrictions on China will be completed by the end of the year....
View ArticleNational Museum board approves return of pulpit panels to Boljoon church
The pulpit panels removed from the heritage church of Boljoon in southern Cebu in the late 1980s that ended up as a donation to the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) will be returned. Members...
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[Only IN Hollywood] Spider-Man’s Pinoy bestie beats Fall Guy; Fil-Am voices...
LOS ANGELES, USA – Tarot, a horror movie starring Filipino-American Jacob Batalon, noted as Ned Leeds, Peter Parker’s best friend in the Spider-Man films, opened at no. 1 in the Philippines and beat...
View ArticleAmid China’s audio recording claim, DFA says: Diplomats must follow PH laws
MANILA, Philippines – Follow our laws. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) reminded diplomats on Thursday, May 9, that they should “strictly adhere” to the 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic...
View ArticleBiden says US will withhold weapons from Israel if it invades Rafah
President Joe Biden on Wednesday, May 8, publicly warned Israel for the first time that the US would stop supplying it weapons if Israeli forces make a major invasion of Rafah, a refugee-packed city...
View ArticlePhilippine economy grows by 5.7% in Q1 2024, below expectations
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine economy grew at a faster pace in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the previous three-month period despite elevated inflation and interest rates, but was below...
View ArticleAmnesty International: Grim human rights situation persists under Marcos...
BAGUIO, Philippines – Despite hopes for progress, Amnesty International (AI) Philippines asserted on Wednesday, May 8, that the country’s human rights landscape remained bleak under the President...
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New members of elite Swiss Guard sworn in to protect the Pope
VATICAN CITY – Maximilian Fischer, 20, is one of the new recruits to an institution that has been protecting popes since the 16th century – the Swiss Guard. Known to tourists in St Peter’s Square for...
View ArticleEXPLAINER: Who are Israel’s main weapons suppliers and who has halted exports?
The United States has suspended a shipment of weapons to Israel, including heavy, bunker-busting bombs Israeli forces have used in their war against Hamas militants in Gaza that has killed nearly...
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EXPLAINER: What risks do advanced AI models pose in the wrong hands?
WASHINGTON, USA – The Biden administration is poised to open up a new front in its effort to safeguard US AI from China and Russia with preliminary plans to place guardrails around the most advanced...
View Article‘Magic bunot’: Deep Creamline bench spells difference in finals clash with...
MANILA, Philippines – Time and again, Creamline has proved it can get itself out of any sticky situation in the PVL and come out shining on the other side. The circumstances were no different on...
View ArticleElites scoop up prime real estate, shrug off high interest rates, inflation
MANILA, Philippines – Have you ever looked at a high-end condominium or subdivision and wondered why many of the properties appear to be unused? Well, there’s a basis for your hunch. Many high-end...
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Israel strikes eastern Rafah as ceasefire talks end with no deal
Israeli forces bombarded areas of Rafah on Thursday, May 9, Palestinian residents said, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed US President Joe Biden’s threat to withhold weapons from Israel...
View ArticlePhilippines, Canada green-light talks to elevate ties
MANILA, Philippines – Manila and Ottawa have agreed to begin talks to elevate bilateral ties, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said in a statement on Thursday, May 9. The agreement was made...
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‘Very small percentage’ of repatriated OFWs returning to Israel – DMW
MANILA, Philippines – Only a “very small percentage” of the overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who were repatriated from Israel are returning to their jobs in their host country, the Department of...
View ArticleRappler Talk: A deep dive into the environmental damage in Pag-asa Island
MANILA, Philippines – While tensions escalate in the West Philippine Sea between Philippines and China, Filipino scientists continue to study the environment and biodiversity in the area. Jonathan...
View ArticleEyes on the goal: Cebu City snags CVIRAA 2024 win in secondary girls volleyball
CEBU, Philippines – Team Cebu City is headed to Palaro 2024 volleyball. The city is set to represent Central Visayas in secondary girls volleyball for this year’s Palarong Pambansa, stunning Negros...
View ArticleSuns fire Frank Vogel after one season, first-round playoff exit
Frank Vogel is out as head coach of the Phoenix Suns after a 49-win regular season was overshadowed by a first-round playoff sweep at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves. “As we said at the press...
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