Ample stocks to keep Phl from importing sugar

The Philippines may not import sugar in the next market year (MY) 2025 as stocks remain ample from carryover of previous import programs, an international agency said.

World Bank wants tax system fully digitalized

Washington-based World Bank has committed to aid the Philippines in improving tax collections by taking advantage of digitalization initiatives.

YULO SNARES GOLD, SILVER IN DOHA

If there are doubts on his form after training without a coach for almost a year, Filipino world champion gymnast Carlos Yulo quashed it with impunity yesterday.

Schoeman, Visser rule IM 70.3 Lapu-Lapu

Rio Olympics bronze medalist Henri Schoeman and Els Visser of the Netherlands showcased their strength in the waters and the challenging terrain of the IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu, emerging victorious in exhilarating display of endurance and skill in Megaworld's Mactan Newtown here yesterday.

Ukrainian, Western leaders laud US aid package

Ukrainian and Western leaders welcomed a desperately needed aid package passed by the US House of Representatives, as the Kremlin claimed that the passage of the bill would \"further ruin\" Ukraine and cause more deaths.

50 Ukrainian drones shot down in 8 Russian regions

Ukraine launched a barrage of drones across Russia overnight, the Defense Ministry in Moscow said on Saturday, in attacks that appeared to target the country's energy infrastructure.

Israel strikes southern Gaza; US sets more aid

RAFAH AP) Israeli strikes on the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight killed 18 people, including 14 children, health officials said yesterday, as the United States was on track to approve billions of dollars of additional military aid to its close ally.

Speaker provides aid to 8,000 Benguet residents

Up to 8,000 residents in Benguet have received a total of P25 million in cash, educational and livelihood assistance from Speaker Martin Romualdez.

Water in 6 Luzon dams dipping

Water elevations in six dams in Luzon continue to decrease amid the El Niño phenomenon and dry season, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

Pope appoints priest as 5th Pinoy bishop in US

Pope Francis appointed a priest from Mindanao to become an auxiliary bishop in the Diocese of Sacramento, California, making him the fifth Filipino to join the episcopate in the United States.

NEW 3 Fires hit PGH, market, school in Manila

Fires broke out at the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) and a market in Manila, later spreading to a school on Saturday night.

Motorcycles may get exclusive lane on EDSA

The Department of Transportation is studying establishing an exclusive motorcycle lane along EDSA to mitigate the traffic buildup along the highway, DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista said yesterday.

Agency officials invited to Senate hearing on Chinese students

Officials of the Bureau of Immigration (BI), Department of National Defense (DND), and local government units will be invited to the Senate hearing on the influx of Chinese students in Cagayan, Sen. Risa Hontiveros said yesterday.

Gov't urged to release P2.5-B public transport cash subsidy

The government should release at the soonest the P2.5 billion in fuel cash subsidy to public transport drivers to cushion the impact of high fuel prices, especially with the latest news about heightened tensions in Israel and Iran, a congressman said.

Dismissed BFAR chief, others to face graft raps

The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered graft charges filed against former Department of Agriculture (DA) officials over the alleged irregularities in the awarding of a P2.097-billion contract to British company SRT Marine Systems Solutions Ltd. - United Kingdom (SRT-UK) in 2018.

Anti-Terrorism Council redesignates CPP-NPA as terror group

The Anti-Terrorism Council (ATC) has maintained the terrorist designations of the Communist Party of the Philippines New People's Army (CPP-NPA) as well as the Islamic State East Asia (ISEA) and other Daeshlinked groups and has tagged an individual linked to various activities of communist rebels as a terrorist.

Marcos to Pinoys: Continue displaying hospitality

President Marcos yesterday called on Filipinos to continue displaying the hospitality they are known for in a vlog that tackled how the Philippines welcomes visiting foreign leaders.

Chinese vessels seen near Palawan on eve of Balikatan

Two Chinese maritime militia ships were reportedly seen some 30 nautical miles from the coastline of Palawan yesterday, a day before the Philippines and United States begin Balikatan 2024.

House optimistic Senate will pass Cha-cha in May

Administration lawmakers in the House of Representatives are pinning their hopes on their Senate counterparts to pass the economic Charter change bill before Congress goes on recess on May 24.

BBM, Qatar emir meet today to tackle bilateral ties

President Marcos and Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad AI Thani will meet today at Malacañang to talk about bilateral and regional issues.

Phl lauds G7 support in sea dispute with China

The Philippines welcomed yesterday the Group of Seven (G7)'s support in rejecting China's baseless and expansive claims, and the use of water a cannons against Philippine vessels in the South China Sea.

Agri import barriers eased

Rice retail prices up by P2 per kilo

ANDI EIGENMANN ON JACLYN JOSE: I'VE ALWAYS BEEN MY NANAY'S BIGGEST FAN

Jaclyn, whose real name was Mary Jane Guck, passed away last March 2 at the age of 60.

Arci Munoz, Jonas Apostol join Yugen’s Miss Universe franchises council

Actress Arci Muñoz and celebrity dentist Dr. Jonas Apostol are among the latest personalities to join the international council of Yugen's Miss Universe franchises, as the head of empowerment and as the head of aesthetic and innovation, respectively.

HOW AMERICAN SINGER SAHARA FELL IN LOVE WITH OPM

We love Original Pilipino Music (OPM), and so do foreigners. One of them is Sahara, an American who adores OPM.

HAIR, THERE AND EVERYWHERE

As I settled into the barber's chair, I couldn't help but sneak glances at the other man in the mirror who was about to undergo the ceremonial facial shearing.

EastWest ramping up credit business

Gotianun-led East West Banking Corp. is strengthening its credit business for possible upticks in loan demand later this year, its top official said.

Japanese furniture retailer Nitori opens store in Phi

Japanese furniture retailer Nitori has opened its store in the Philippines, making it the first major investment to be made following the government's move to amend the Retail Trade Liberalization Act.

Romeo Lumagui: Beyond taxes

Whether it's a selfie, an autograph or a video greeting the country's top taxman willingly obliges as he tries to bring the difficult yet necessary concept of tax closer to Filipinos.

Marcos sees internet access for all via fiber backbone project

The government is ramping up efforts to provide internet access for all Filipinos amid its importance in trade and communication, President Marcos said on Friday.