The Philippine Star - February 09, 2025

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February 09, 2025

Phl, UAE eye more areas for economic cooperation

President Marcos is eyeing to expand cooperation with the United Arab Emirates in \"so many areas\" to strengthen economic relations between the two countries.

2 mins

Lawmaker hits back at Bato following insult

A party-list representative threatened with a punch in the face by Sen. Ronald dela Rosa for criticizing Vice President Sara Duterte has dared the senator to be aggressive instead in tackling China's bullying in the West Philippine Sea or in facing possible criminal charges before an international court.

2 mins

Comelec tells bets: Don't harm the environment

With only two days before the start of the campaign period for the May 12 elections, the Commission on Elections has urged political candidates to adopt environment-friendly campaign practices while seeking public support.

2 mins

Quality of Life Improved for 32% - Survey

A third of Filipinos said their quality of life improved over the past year, a recent survey conducted by Social Weather Stations (SWS) showed.

1 min

No railroading of process, says impeachment prosecutor

There was no railroading of the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte as the procedures followed by the House of Representatives were in accordance with the Constitution, Manila Rep. Joel Chua said yesterday.

5 mins

BBM, Cambodia PM seek to elevate bilateral ties

President Marcos is set to meet Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on Tuesday to discuss strategies for enhancing ties between the two Southeast Asian nations.

1 min

US, Japan Condemn China's Provocative Activities in SCS

US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba have condemned China for \"provocative activities\" in the South China Sea, which Beijing claims almost entirely.

2 mins

PNP chief wants CCTVs interconnected

In a bid to improve their response to crime incidents, Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil wants closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras interconnected.

1 min

No railroading

House panels that investigated Duterte's alleged misuse of her confidential funds, as well as her involvement in extrajudicial killings and her threat to assassinate the President, the First Lady and Speaker Martin Romualdez.

4 mins

Sen. Imee won't be replaced - Alyansa

Despite having different stands on issues including the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas assured their followers that reelectionist Senator Imee Marcos will not be replaced in the administration's senatorial slate.

1 min

Pimentel backs impeach trial during break

Senate minority leader Aquilino Pimentel III said the President should call for a special session so that the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte can begin during the election break and judgment can be rendered before the end of the 19th Congress.

5 mins

Office of Civil Defense wants stronger NDRRMC

In a bid to further improve the country's civil defense and disaster preparedness, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) is seeking to amend the law creating the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).

1 min

Camille Villar champions Green Jobs for sustainable Phl

Rep. Camille Villar is pushing for the expansion of Green Jobs in the Philippines, underscoring the importance of sustainable employment opportunities that drive economic growth while protecting the environment.

1 min

Convention Center a Monument to Hardworking Leyteños

House Speaker Martin Romualdez led the groundbreaking ceremony for the Benjamin Romualdez International Convention Center (BRICC) on Friday, saying the facility, named after his father, would serve as a monument to the hardworking people of Tacloban and Leyte.

2 mins

QC Acquires Quezon Bust for Museum

The Quezon City government has acquired a bust of former president Manuel Quezon created by National Artist for Sculpture Guillermo Tolentino.

1 min

PNP Commends Cop Injured in Arrest of Party-List Nominee

A police officer who was injured while arresting Magsasaka party-list nominee Lejun dela Cruz, who is wanted for murder, was commended by the Philippine National Police on Friday.

1 min

PNP General Sends Surrender Feelers

One of the police generals ordered arrested over alleged irregularities in the seizure of 990 kilos of shabu worth P6.7 billion in Tondo, Manila in 2022 has sent surrender feelers and is ready to return to the country.

1 min

BI Deports Indian Fugitive Linked to Terrorism

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) deported an Indian fugitive wanted for high-profile crimes that included drug and firearms smuggling, money laundering and terrorism.

1 min

CHR cautions police vs 'Oplan Katok'

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has cautioned the Philippine National Police (PNP) on its plan to conduct a door-to-door campaign to encourage gunowners to renew their licenses or surrender unlicensed firearms.

1 min

Officials Back Marbil's Term Extension as PNP Chief

Talks of possible grumblings within the Philippine National Police to the extension of the term of Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil as PNP chief were shut down by officials who expressed support to his continuous leadership.

1 min

Continued upward trajectory: US-Phil relations under Trump

Over the past two and a half weeks since President Donald Trump took his oath of office as the 47th President of the United States, we're very pleased to note that our relationship with the US is very positive and continues in its upward trajectory.

3 mins

Remembering RVO

It's been two years since the death of tycoon Roberto V. Ongpin or RVO, who died in 2023, cradled in the arms of his beloved Balesin.

3 mins

Enablers of fugitives

EDITORIAL

1 min

Radical political changes

There are events happening in the United States that could eventually have geopolitical and economic effects on the world, including the Philippines. President Trump and his hatchet man Elon Musk have introduced what can only be called revolutionary changes in the way the US government is going to be run.

6 mins

Raising TCKs

Point of view

4 mins

Sulu education official shot dead

An official of the Department of Education in Sulu was killed in an attack by an unidentified assailant in Jolo on Friday.

1 min

2 die as boat sinks off Tawi-Tawi

Two workers of the Bangsamoro regional government's Project Tabang died after their motorized boat capsized in the waters off Tawi-Tawi yesterday morning.

1 min

Alaska plane wreckage found, no survivors

A small commuter plane that crashed in western Alaska on its way to the hub community of Nome was located Friday on sea ice, and all 10 people on board were dead, authorities said. The crash was one of the deadliest in the state in the last 25 years.

1 min

Japan PM. Trump play nice despite tariff threat

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and US President Donald Trump struck a warm tone at their first meeting on Friday, with Tokyo avoiding tariffs that Trump has slapped on other allies - for now.

1 min

Hamas hands over 3 Israeli hostages

Hamas militants handed over three Israeli hostages yesterday as part of the fifth exchange under a fragile Gaza ceasefire, with 183 prisoners held by Israel due to be released later in the day.

1 min

LAST 2 SEMIS SLOTS AT STAKE

Converge is after its first semifinal stint in franchise history. Rain or Shine wants to continue making inroads with its promising young core.

1 min

Abarrientos gets death threats

The PBA has sought assistance from the National Bureau of Investigation to look into the alleged death threats posed online against Ginebra guard RJ Abarrientos.

1 min

Phl curlers, speed skater miss podium

So close yet so far.

1 min

Phl exporters hoping for renewal of US GSP

Philippine exports of hard goods and garments are expected to remain flat at around $900 million this year, but industry players are hoping for a boost if the United States renews its trade preference program and starts negotiations for a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA).

2 mins

TO DRIVE EFFICIENCY, INNOVATION: Security Bank accelerates AI integration

Security Bank Corp. is ramping up its artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives, embracing both traditional and generative AI (Gen AI) to enhance operational efficiency, customer experience and innovation.

2 mins

RRHI posts strong profit growth in 2024

Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI), the Gokongwei Group's retail arm, delivered strong profitability in 2024 on the back of higher gross profit and improved operational efficiencies.

1 min

Groups raise alarm over digital connectivity bill

A proposed bill designed to boost digital connectivity in the Philippines is raising alarms among geopolitical experts and consumer groups, saying that its oversight loopholes could invite foreign espionage, cyberattacks and widespread scam syndicates.

1 min

Top artists perform in 10-hour concert 'Fusion'

Fifteen artists will be featured in \"Fusion 2025: Musika Natin \"To,\" a decade of celebrating Filipino music at its finest.

4 mins

Culture Wars: PHL is now our new favorite place to play

American alt-rock band Culture Wars shared why they love coming back to the Philippines. Composed of David Grayson, Caleb Contreras, Josh Stirm, Dillon Randolph and Alex Dugan, the group performed as the front act for Maroon 5's recent concert at the SM Mall of Asia Arena and LANY's Manila and Cebu shows last October.

3 mins

THE RECRUIT

NOAH CENTINEO AND TEO YOO ON CHEMISTRY AND BROTHERHOOD IN 'THE RECRUIT' SEASON 2

3 mins

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