The Philippine Star - April 10, 2025

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April 10, 2025

Marcos: Solution to war is not more war

The \"solution to war is not more war,\" and peace can only be achieved if collectively recognized by conflicting parties, President Marcos said as the nation commemorated the 83rd Araw ng Kagitingan yesterday.

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15 Areas Face Danger Level Heat Index

Fifteen areas across the Philippines are expected to experience dangerously high heat index levels ranging from 42 to 44 degrees Celsius today, according to the latest bulletin from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

1 min

Kanlaon ashfall affects 12 villages in Negros

As Mt. Kanlaon continues its unrest, 12 nearby areas are still experiencing ashfall, according to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD).

3 mins

CSC warns state workers: No political posts on socmed

Government workers have been warned anew about voicing their political stance on social media, as the country is one month away from the midterm elections.

1 min

Trump's Tariffs Take Effect

Phl Meets With Asean Today

4 mins

Kidnapped trader, driver found dead

A businessman and his driver who were kidnapped on March 29 were found dead in Rodriguez, Rizal yesterday, reportedly despite the payment of ransom.

1 min

Vlogger twits House, won't attend probe

With his whereabouts unknown after being cited in contempt and ordered arrested by the House of Representatives, vlogger Allan Troy Rogando Sasot taunted lawmakers yesterday on his Facebook page, calling them \"very corrupt.\"

1 min

Food fair, digital marketplace launched to boost local industries

President Marcos called on investors to explore business opportunities in the Philippines as he led the launch of a nationwide e-commerce platform and a food fair promoting Filipino cuisine.

1 min

DFA confirms death of Filipino in Myanmar quake

One of four missing Filipinos in Mandalay, Myanmar following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck the country on March 28 has been confirmed dead, the Department of Foreign Affairs said yesterday.

1 min

Rody's new lawyer seen to focus on jurisdiction issue

The new lawyer who was confirmed to have joined the defense team of former president Rodrigo Duterte is expected to focus on issues related to the International Criminal Court (ICC)'s jurisdiction over the case.

1 min

Comelec flags Mocha Uson's 'cookie' jingle

Vlogger Mocha Uson has been asked by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to stop using her \"sexually suggestive\" campaign jingle.

1 min

1,018 Bus Permits Issued for Holy Week

Up to 1,018 special permits for public utility buses have been issued amid the anticipated surge of passengers during the Holy Week, according to the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board.

1 min

Unconsolidated Jeepneys

Meanwhile, Sen. Grace Poe welcomed the Department of Transportation (DOTr)'s move to allow unconsolidated jeepneys to ply their routes despite the lapsed deadline of the public utility vehicle modernization program.

1 min

World Travel Awards: Phl gets 7 nominations

The Philippines is vying for seven nominations in this year's World Tourism Awards (WTA).

1 min

NBI Nabs 2 Chinese for Human Trafficking

Two Chinese nationals have been arrested by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) for alleged human trafficking in Parañaque.

1 min

PDEA: P59-M Drugs Seized in One Week

Anti-narcotics operations conducted in one week resulted in the confiscation of illegal drugs valued at P59.14 million, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) reported

1 min

4 BJMP officers honored for inmate's foiled 'rescue'

Four personnel of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology were recognized yesterday for thwarting an attempt to free a Chinese inmate from BJMP custody during an ambush in Parañaque on Monday.

1 min

Kidnappings, scams, gambling

EYES WIDE OPEN

3 mins

Improv

FIRST PERSON

3 mins

Another Kidnapping

EDITORIAL

2 mins

Helping Filipino SMEs expand globally

In today's fast-paced world, logistics is no longer just about moving goods - it's about leveraging digital-first solutions to enhance speed, visibility and overall efficiencies. Whether expanding across borders or strengthening local operations, these advanced digital tools are key to improving customer experiences and driving sustainable growth in an increasingly competitive market.

2 mins

How Trump's Tariffs Play Right Into China's Hands

After two trips to China in the past four months, I've been trying to say this every way I know how: folks, you just don't understand.

3 mins

Economics explains the world

BREAKTHROUGH

6 mins

Tariff wars worsen

VIRTUAL REALITY

4 mins

Comelec not keen on placing Abra under its control

The Commission on Elections is not inclined to place Abra under Comelec control despite rising poll-related violent incidents that have occurred in several areas in the province since the election period started.

1 min

Phl, US soldiers conduct drills in N. Ecija

Filipino and American soldiers are conducting a joint military training called \"Exercise Salaknib\" in Nueva Ecija to sharpen their skills in warfare.

1 min

Rider nabbed for driving inside Taal church

A man was arrested for driving his motorcycle inside the Minor Basilica and Parish of Saint Martin of Tours in Taal, Batangas on Tuesday.

1 min

Elevation in 8 Luzon Dams Drops as Temperature Rises

The rising temperature has reduced the water level in eight major dams in Luzon.

1 min

Roof collapses at Dominican Republic nightclub

At least 98 dead, 160 injured

1 min

Ukraine Captures Two Chinese Soldiers Fighting for Russia

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that Ukrainian forces had captured two Chinese men fighting for Russia in eastern Ukraine.

1 min

British Royals Pose at Colosseum in Italy Visit

King Charles III and Queen Camilla posed in front of the Colosseum in Rome on Tuesday and greeted thousands of well-wishers on the first full day of their state visit to Italy.

1 min

Meta to introduce teen accounts for Facebook

Meta on Tuesday announced that it was extending its teen accounts to its social network Facebook, after recently introducing restrictions on Instagram.

1 min

Indonesia President Offers Temporary Shelter to Gazans

Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto yesterday said he was prepared to grant temporary shelter to Palestinians affected by the war in Gaza between the Israeli military and the territory's rulers Hamas.

1 min

Texas Measles Outbreak Tops 500 Cases

Texas surpassed 500 measles cases on Tuesday, just days after a third person died from a measles-related illness.

1 min

WADA overdue for updating

Sporting Chance

2 mins

Doncic Ejected as Thunder Down Lakers

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder bounced back to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 136-120 on Tuesday in a hard-fought battle that saw Luka Doncic controversially ejected in the fourth quarter.

1 min

Sarines, Suzuki bag JPGT crowns

Rising stars Lisa Sarines and Ryuji Suzuki emerged triumphant at the ICTSI Eagle Ridge Junior PGT Championship at the Norman course of the Eagle Ridge Golf and Country Club in Gen. Trias, Cavite yesterday.

1 min

PBA 50TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW

A golden performance on the PBA's 50th anniversary gig. Shifting to high gear in the final period, Magnolia roared to an 83-71 romp over Converge to go 2-0 in the Philippine Cup at the packed Rizal Memorial Coliseum last night.

1 min

Lady Bulldogs bounce back

Final Four-bound National U poured its wrath on hapless University of the East, 25-8, 25-22, 25-12, to zero in on a twice-to-beat incentive in the UAAP Season 87 women's volleyball yesterday at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig.

1 min

Panlilio says Gilas will be ready

The Philippines is bracketed with familiar rivals Chinese-Taipei and New Zealand but has to do research on mystery contender Iraq in the first round of eliminations at the FIBA Asia Cup in Jeddah on Aug. 5-17.

1 min

Angels determined to end series in two games

No tomorrow. That's how Jonah Sabete and title-hungry Petro Gazz are going to treat Game 2 of their best-of-three PVL All-Filipino Conference title showdown versus the Creamline Cool Smashers today, with the Angels going for the jugular at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

1 min

Romero, GlobalPort pals make quarters

GlobalPort fought through a gloomy weather and an early deficit to pull the rug from under newly crowned US Gold Cup champion Park Place and book a spot in the quarterfinals of the US Open Polo Championships at the National Polo Center in Wellington, Florida.

1 min

More bad loans bug banks in Feb

The share of bad loans in the Philippine banking system held steady in February despite a slight uptick in soured debts, as banks continued to expand their lending portfolios amid elevated interest rates.

1 min

Setting up businesses now easier, faster - SEC

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is moving to a fully online and paperless company registration process, making setting up a business in the country easier and faster.

1 min

Office Market Off to Good Start in 2025

DESPITE POGO EXIT

1 min

Rhetoric of peace and shared progress

US President Donald Trump's tariff pronouncements jolted economies around the world, heightening global anxiety and sparking fears of global trade war and recession all within the context of a post-pandemic global economy.

3 mins

Declining global energy prices and Ph electricity pricing

Among the unintentional results of the ongoing tariff war between the US and China plus other countries is low global energy prices.

4 mins

PSE Hopeful of More IPOs

The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) is hoping that more companies from its Listing Engagement and Assistance Program (LEAP) will brave the market and pursue their initial public offering (IPO) dreams despite current market conditions.

2 mins

Gov't to raise P30 B from fixed rate T-notes

The government aims to borrow at least P30 billion from the local debt market via the issuance of fixed-rate Treasury notes (FXTNs) to boost state coffers.

1 min

PAL eyes 20% passenger growth

Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) is poised to reach the 18-million mark in passengers flown this year, as the carrier enters new routes in Asia with the arrival of more aircraft.

1 min

'Missionary' RE developers get perks from PSALM

State-run Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM) last year distributed P455.45 million in cash incentives to renewable energy developers serving remote areas across the country.

1 min

Telcos Oppose Personal SIM Registration

Will only slow down registration if it mandates personal appearance to validate the country’s largest.

1 min

Alphaland open to stock market return

Alphaland Corp., the upscale property developer behind the Balesin Island Club, is keeping its doors open for a potential return to the stock market.

2 mins

Nippon Sanso turns green with First Gen

Lopez-led First Gen Corp. is powering the operations of the local unit of Japanese industrial gas manufacturer Nippon Sanso Holdings Group with renewable energy (RE).

1 min

Citicore profit hits P1 B on first year since IPO

In its first year as a listed company, tycoon Edgar Saavedra's Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) saw its net income reach P1 billion on the back of strong power sales.

1 min

DAVID ARCHULETA TAKES A BREATHER FROM POWER BALLADS WITH PLAYFUL NEW MUSIC

DAVID ARCHULETA BARES THE FUN AND FLIRTY — AS IN PLAYFUL — SIDE of him in his latest single, Crème Brulée. The \"American Idol\" runner-up-turned-international recording artist simply shows how attuned and confident he is to his sense of sexiness and self, as captured in the song lyrics, its music video and choreography.

3 mins

'Serious' about producing, Enrique Gil signs multi-film deal with MQuest Ventures

After spending most of his life as an actor, Enrique Gil admitted that venturing into film production has been taxing—but he's serious about it.

2 mins

John & Paul Explore Complex Ties Between Lennon and McCartney

Ian Leslie's John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs, takes a detailed look — 426 pages — at how John Lennon and Paul McCartney worked together from their meeting as teenagers until John's death.

1 min

CESAR MONTANO BONDS WITH LOVE CHILD

BFF Buboy (Cesar Montano) spent quality time with his ex, Sandra Seifert and their nine-year-old love child, Coco. They had lunch at Café Med in Rockwell.

3 mins

'Adolescence' TV drama exposes global issue of teenage violence

TV drama \"Adolescence\" has shocked and captivated audiences around the world, providing what campaigners say is a rare opportunity to tackle the largely hidden world of online misogyny and violence.

2 mins

Amigas y Amigos Welcomes New Ambassadors to the Philippines

Lovely evening with a spread of delicious food—with sushi provided by chef Bambi Javelosa—and wonderful music, and the attendance of friendly faces.

1 min

Sushi Masterclass with Chef Nobu Matsuhisa

He cradled the ball of rice in his palm with the expertise of one who had done this a thousand and one times. As he rolled and shaped the rice, one could sense his feeling of pride and affection, like that of a parent for his child.

3 mins

THE SECRET ALLEYS AND STREETSIDE RESTAURANTS OF HONG KONG

MILLIE: Whenever I feel stressed out or tired, my go-to place is the beach — or I do a food trip and Hong Kong, being just an hour and 45 minutes away, is the perfect place to be! Plus, I get to see my good friend Nancy Tso, whom I have known for 56 years.

3 mins

A TABLE AT BISTRO CHARLEMAGNE: MASTERCLASS IN HOSPITALITY

There are places you go to eat, and there are places you go to remember. At Bistro Charlemagne, you'll do both — gloriously, repeatedly, and with a full heart (and likely, a full takeout bag).

4 mins

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