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The Philippine Star
Gymnastics world joust unwraps at Newport
The road to greatness starts for the Philippines' Karl Eldrew Yulo as he and his teammates Hilario Palles III, Anthony Palles and CJ Pernia plunge into action today at the start of the 3rd FIG Artistic Gymnastics Junior World Championships at the Newport Resorts World.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
Financing the future: Public markets as a path to shared growth
Twenty years ago, I began my diplomatic journey in the Philippines as Second Secretary Political, Press and Public Affairs. I was immediately struck by the country’s energy, talent and global ambition. Now, in 2025, I return to an equally vibrant nation. Its economy is a testament to resilience and progress, having overcome global financial crisis and pandemic to emerge stronger and more dynamic than ever before.
3 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
Former ES Bersamin: I did not resign
Contrary to what Malacañang had announced, former executive secretary Lucas Bersamin yesterday said he did not resign but had willingly stepped down when told he was being replaced.
5 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
2-eagle feat propels Corpus to 4-shot lead
Pressed hard by his seasoned rivals, Carl Corpus answered with a brilliant seven-under 65 for a four-shot lead in the ICTSI Valley Golf Challenge in Antipolo yesterday.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
Manulife launches chip-focused investment fund
Manulife Investment Philippines has unveiled the Manulife Global Semiconductor Opportunities Equity Feeder Fund, anew unit investment trust fund (UITF) designed to give Filipino investors access to growth opportunities in the semiconductor industry.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
Dinopol shines in PNSA Nat'! Open
Former national champion Dayno Dinopol shone in the 2025 Philippine National Shooting Association (PNSA) National Open at the Marine Corps Training Center in Bonifacio Naval Station, Taguig on Saturday.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
Angat Dam's normal high elevation breached
The elevation in Angat Dam in Bulacan has gone beyond the reservoir’s normal high water level of 212 meters, but operators are not keen on opening the spillways.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
Pope slams treatment of migrants in US
Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday renewed his criticism of US President Donald Trump's immigration policies, slamming “extremely disrespectful” treatment of migrants.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
DICT urges fintechs to tap capital markets
Also calls for elimination of one-time passwords
2 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
CRAFT BEER, CHICKEN, AND K-VIBES AT DAILY BEER
Daily Beer, which has built a cult following in Korea, is opening Nov. 30 at Arcovia City.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
Playoff pairings known today
It’s the moment of truth, and fittingly, the race to finalize the muchawaited PVL Reinforced Conference quarterfinal pairings will be decided only after the last whistle of today’s triple-header at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
Levitating
We will never have a dull moment while so many things hang in the air, defying gravity.
3 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
Yellow alert raised on Visayas grid
The Visayas grid was placed under yellow alert for five hours yesterday following the tripping of a thermal plant and the emergency shutdown of a geothermal facility.
1 min |
November 20, 2025
The Philippine Star
Institutional rot
News anchor Karmina Constantino posted a video commentary that resonated with me - and, I suspect, with most Filipinos. She reflected on government's anti-corruption drive and posed this question:
4 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
Only 13 of 316 high officials released SALNs to watchdog
Only 13 of 316 high officials readily disclosed their wealth for the public's right to information.
3 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
INC reasserts stand vs unconstitutional moves
The Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) asserted anew that it does not support any action that violates the Constitution.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
Isko visits Phl's first liver transplant patient at PGH
A nine-year-old boy diagnosed with biliary atresia became the country’s first patient who successfully underwent pediatric liver transplant at the Philippine General Hospital (PGH).
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
DigiPlus acquiring controlling stake in New Coast Hotel Manila
Digital entertainment company DigiPlus Interactive Corp. is expanding its offline footprint with a potential acquisition of a controlling stake in the parent firm of an integrated hotel and casino complex owner in Manila.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
AFP: Guteza not detained by Marines
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) reiterated yesterday that neither the Philippine Navy nor the Philippine Marine Corps (PMC) is holding witness Orly Guteza, the former soldier who testified on alleged flood control project anomalies and has since gone missing.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
‘Economy to expand below target in 2026’
The Department of Finance said the Philippine economy is expected to grow anywhere from five to six percent next year, falling short of earlier targets amid slower-than-anticipated growth and lingering economic challenges.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
Palace: Imee's drug remarks part of destabilization
Malacañang branded as a destabilization move Sen. Imee Marcos' claim that her brother, President Marcos, and his wife Liza are using illegal drugs.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
All-new 9th-generation Toyota Hilux is built for its customers
Toyota unveiled the all-new, 9th generation Hilux, the latest iteration of a global bestseller that’s designed to be a “partner for life.” Built on the brand's foundations of Quality, Durability, and Reliability, it fuses everyday toughness with a bold, future-focused design language and a potent powerplant.
5 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
Remolona signals cautious easing
The Monetary Board remains inclined toward gradual policy easing as it evaluates the economy’s sharper-than-expected slowdown in the third quarter, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
France steps up fight against disinformation as US pulls back
The Trump administration has dismantled a number of US government defenses against foreign disinformation campaigns.
3 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
Ping on P25 B for BBM: It's absolutely untrue
Bernardo: Kickbacks went to Bersamin, ex-DepEd usec
4 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
'Pink slips'
Going into the fourth year of his six-year term of office, President Ferdinand \"Bongbong\" Marcos Jr. (PBBM) may find his administration having the distinction of the fastest turnover of Cabinet officials. In fact, three waves of Cabinet changes took place this year alone. Three of them bowed out from office and tendered their respective resignation letters all in one day.
4 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
Plunder conspiracy eyed vs Bersamin kin, Pangandaman
Charges of “conspiracy to commit plunder” are being eyed against resigned budget chief Amenah Pangandaman and former presidential legislative liaison office chief Adrian Bersamin, Ombusman Jesus Crispin Remulla said yesterday, citing a pattern of activities they allegedly made to defraud the government.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
Zaldy Co, DPWH execs face graft raps, arrest
The Office of the Ombudsman has filed before the Sandiganbayan its first cases related to anomalies in flood control projects, with resigned congressman Zaldy Co as one of the respondents.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
NOTES ON THE BEAT Flood control mess sparks Cabinet shakeup
More than just writing stories and reporting on current events, journalism is about persistence.
3 min |
November 19, 2025
The Philippine Star
MLQ’s love affairs? Letters show his defense
In the wake of today's explosive accusations against presidents of all eras, a newly discovered letter written by Manuel L. Quezon to his wife, Aurora, demonstrates how one president struck back and defended himself 88 years ago.
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