Internet outage delays NAIA flights

Internet outage at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 2 led to manual operations at check-in counters on Tuesday, with hundreds of passengers experiencing long lines and flight delays.

SC: Comelec erred in disqualifying Smartmatic

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) committed grave abuse of discretion when it disqualified service provider Smartmatic from bidding in its 2025 poll projects, the Supreme Court (SC) ruled yesterday.

Luzon, Visayas grids on yellow alert

The Luzon and Visayas grids were placed under yellow alert yesterday, with several power plants still on forced outage or running on derated capacity, according to the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP).

Pagasa warns: Hotter days ahead in May

Prepare for hotter days and nights ahead, surpassing the already scorching heat as temperatures could reach over 40 degrees Celsius in the coming weeks.

Ombudsman sacks BFAR chief for graft

Ombudsman Samuel Martires has dismissed Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) director Demosthenes Escoto, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu-Laurel Jr. confirmed yesterday.

TIRELESS AT 63, RANDY SANTIAGO DANCES, JUMPS, GYRATES AND SINGS ONSTAGE NON-STOP

Just when he turned 63 (in November last year), singer-TV host Randy Santiago stopped singing his hit ballad, Hindi Magbabago, and resorted to all upbeat numbers with his guest artists in \"EyeCon,\" his latest live concert last weekend held at the PICC Plenary Hall.

DA team 90% complete, says Tiu Laurel

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said his leadership team is now 90 percent complete, noting that he is just awaiting the appointment of his last undersecretary.

VMC net income tumbles on low sugar prices

Low sugar prices and output dragged the earnings of listed sugar miller Victorias Milling Co. Inc. (VMC) by more than a third in the first half of its current crop year.

Fruitas earnings soar in 2023

Listed food and beverage retail operator Fruitas Holdings Inc. saw its earnings soar in 2023 on the back of all-time high annual revenues.

ATI to spend P2.7 B for ports upgrade

The operator of some of the largest ports in the Philippines is increasing its capital expenditures to P2.7 billion this year, seeing the need to expand its capacity as trade recovers here and abroad.

DoubleDragon bolstering asset portfolio

DoubleDragon Corp., the property developer chaired by Edgar \"Injap\" Sia II and Tony Tan Caktiong, is bolstering its asset portfolio this year as the company looks to sustain its momentum after profit grew by nearly a quarter last year.

Vista Land ends 2023 with strong earnings

Vista Land & Lifescapes Inc., the listed property developer of the Villar Group, capped off 2023 on a high note with a 39-percent increase in net income at P10.3 billion.

IMF upgrades Phl growth forecasts

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) turned more bullish on its growth outlook for the Philippines in the next two years amid expectations of stronger consumer demand and investments.

PETRO PUTS ONE FOOT IN SEMIS

The Petro Gazz Angels knew they needed to overcome the Cignal HD Spikers, the last of their stronger foes, for them to theoretically make the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference semifinals.

Pro-Palestinian protesters block Golden Gate bridge, roads across US

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators blocked San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge on Monday, completely halting traffic for hours as part of a coordinated day of action against Israel's war in Gaza.

Israeli military vows response to Iran attack

Israel's military chief said on Monday that his country will respond to Iran's weekend attack, but he did not elaborate on when and how as world leaders urged against retaliation, trying to avoid a spiral of violence in the Middle East.

Hottest day in Isabela at 40°C

The temperature reached 40 degrees Celsius in Isabela on Monday, the hottest in the country so far this year, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

Ban on e-trikes strictly enforced starting today

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority would strictly enforce a ban on light electric vehicles such as tricycles and bicycles starting today, acting MMDA Chairman Romando Artes said yesterday.

BBM, Singapore FM discuss areas of cooperation

President Marcos met with Singaporean Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on Monday to talk about green energy, carbon credits and other new cooperation areas between their countries, which will celebrate 55 years of diplomatic ties next month.

Phl military vessels shouldn't accompany fishers in WPS - Villar

The country's military vessels should not accompany fisherfolk in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) to prevent possible attack from Chinese ships, Sen. Cynthia Villar said yesterday.

Luzon, Visayas grids placed under red, yellow alert

With several power plants either offline or operating at reduced capacity, the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) yesterday placed the Luzon and Visayas grids on red and yellow alert status.

DND, AFP eye delisting of Alvarez as military reservist

The Department of National Defense (DND) and Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) are looking at a possible investigation of Davao del Norte 1st District Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez and his delisting from the roll of reservists in the Philippine Marine Corps (PMC).

AFP checking Chinese students' influx in Cagayan

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is looking into the reported swarm of Chinese college students in the province of Cagayan.

US senators seek $500-M aid for AFP

Two American senators have filed a measure seeking to boost the alliance of the Philippines and the US through a significant increase in military financing as concerns grow over China's aggressive acts in the South China Sea.

Biggest drug haul, but no one died - BBM

The recovery of P13.3 billion worth of shabu in Batangas, considered to be the country's biggest drug haul in a single police operation so far, indicated that the government's \"bloodless\" campaign against illegal drugs is working, President Marcos said yesterday.

14 countries observing expanded Balikatan

Phl, US, Australia, France set joint drills

House sets probe on Rody's 'secret deal' with China

The leadership of the House of Representatives is preparing to look into the so-called gentleman’s agreement between former president Rodrigo Duterte and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the West Philippine Sea issue.

'Bubble Gang' long-time collaborators share gag show's secrets to success

For more than two decades, \"Bubble Gang,\" now spelled \"BBLGANG,\" has become a staple of every Kapuso's Entertainment fare.

NEDA says 6% Q1 growth possible

A six percent economic growth in the first quarter is possible given developments in the labor market and lower inflation, according to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA).

PMI eyes use of Phl tobacco in smoke-free products

Philip Morris International (PMI) plans to use locally produced tobacco leaves in its smoke-free products following the inauguration of the P8.8-billion expansion of its local affiliate's factory.