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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Market plunges deeper amid Middle East conflict

The stock market plunged deeper in the red yesterday on concerns over the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Stage set for NBA post-elims battles

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are staying in New Orleans for a couple more days.

P13.3-B shabu seized in Batangas

Shabu with an estimated street value of P13.3 billion was seized at a police checkpoint in Alitagtag, Batangas yesterday morning.

MMDA: Chavit's P200,000 incentive a 'donation'

After being accosted by traffic enforcers and offering them a cash reward of P100,000, former Ilocos Sur governor Luis \"Chavit\" Singson yesterday fulfilled his promise and even doubled the incentive, according to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA).

Energy projects funded by USAID launched

The Philippine government yesterday launched energy projects funded by the US Agency for International Development (USAID), aimed at ensuring continued delivery of service and government operations during calamities.

'Phl should also be known for Pinoy love'

Aside from tourist destinations and attractions, President Marcos said the Philippines should be known for the \"love\" shared by Filipinos with travelers.

Bongbong-Rody word war rages

Marcos calls Duterte response to secret deal nothing but excuses’

It's complicated, BBM says of ties with VP, Dutertes

With continued attacks from his predecessor, President Marcos yesterday described his relationship with the Duterte family as \"complicated.\" Marcos, however, said his relations with Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte haven't changed.

PO.95 diesel price hike; P0.40 for gas

In separate advisories, oil companies increased pump prices again by P0.40 per liter for gasoline, P0.95 for diesel and P0.85 for kerosene, marking the second consecutive week of price hikes.

SEC slaps Abra Mining with P560 M fines

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has slapped Abra Mining & Industrial Corp., its directors, officers, transfer agent,s and certain stockholders with fines of at least P560 million for the unauthorized trading of unissued and unlisted shares from 2015 to 2019.

Tobacco output seen surpassing 42 M kg this year

The country’s tobacco production this year could expand to a three-year high of over 42 million kilograms on the back of higher demand and better prices, the National Tobacco Administration (NTA) said.

Iran to US, Israel: Don't retaliate

Iran warned Israel yesterday of a larger attack on its territory should it retaliate against Tehran’s overnight drone and missile attack, adding that US bases would be targeted if Washington supports any Israeli military action against Iran.

Bangsamoro region has 8 new towns

COTABATO CITY A majority of 89,594 registered voters in 63 barangays in Cotabato province voted for the creation of eight new municipalities in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao BARMM) during a plebiscite on Saturday.

Be vigilant, Filipinos in Israel told

The Philippine embassy in Tel Aviv has advised Filipinos in Israel to be on alert after Iran launched a retaliatory attack on Israel.

'Sinkhole' forms along Pasay road

A“sinkhole” was discovered along Sales Road in Pasay City, directly under the Skyway, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority MMDA) reported yesterday.

'No classes in April, May more productive for education'

Having no classes in April and May would be more productive for education, the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) said as it expressed concern about the impact of onsite class suspensions on effective teaching and learning.

P200-M loans released for BBM's housing program DHSUD

The Home Development Mutual Fund or Pag-IBIG Fund has released P200 million worth of developmental loans earmarked for housing projects under the Marcos administration’s flagship Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program.

Phl, US eye more joint patrols in SCS

The United States and the Philippines discussed increasing the frequency of combined maritime activities and joint patrols to support the Philippines’ lawful exercise of its rights in the South China Sea, the US Department of Defense said.