NBI to probe China embassy 'wiretapping”

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla has ordered the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to look into possible violations of the wiretapping law by the Chinese embassy.

BBM bullish on new era of shipbuilding in Phl

President Marcos expressed optimism yesterday that the investments to be generated by the partnership of global firm Cerberus and shipbuilder Hyundai would enhance Subic’s position as a “hotspot” for economic activity as he expressed hope that it will contribute to the attainment of the dreams of Filipinos.

Navy ship to monitor Atin Ito’ regatta

The Philippine Navy is deploying a ship to monitor some 100 Filipino fishing boats and other civilian vessels en route to Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal as part of the “peace and solidarity regatta” organized by the Atin Ito Coalition.

Meralco rates up this month

Household consumers should expect higher electricity bills this month as energy utility provider Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) increased rates by P0.4621 per kilowatt hour, to P11.4139 per kWh from P10.9518 per kWh last month.

McDonald's opening 60 more stores in Phl this year

Golden Arches Development Corp. (GADC), the company behind McDonald's Philippines, is ramping up its expansion with plans to open more stores outside Metro Manila.

FEF bucks proposal to restore NFA power

The Foundation for Economic Freedom (FEF) is opposing the proposal to bring back the power of the National Food Authority (NFA) to import and sell rice to consumers, saying this would reverse the gains from the reforms in the country's rice policy.

Phi bank assets hit P25.6 T

Total assets of the Philippine banking system rose by more than 10 percent to breach the P25-trillion level in the first quarter of the year, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

ICTSI to build $800-M terminal in Batangas

International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI), the listed ports giant led by tycoon Enrique Razon, has no desire of slowing down its domestic expansion, as it will invest $800 million to build a container terminal in Batangas.

ALPHA PREDATORS RULE

The Creamline Cool Smashers, like everybody else, will get the rest that they deserve following one of the toughest, if not the toughest, conferences in PVL history.

Tracksters in hot pursuit of Paris tickets

If plans don’t miscarry, the country will have a couple of more athletes, possibly hurdlers John Cabang Tolentino and Lauren Hoffman, claiming spots to the Paris Olympics this July.

KINGS, BOLTS RENEW RIVALRY

Barangay Ginebra and Meralco are gathering forces and sharpening their weapons with their eighth postseason battle in the last eight seasons on the horizon.

US to raise concerns at first China AI talks

WASHINGTON (AFP) – The United States and China will hold their fi rst talks on artifi cial intelligence today, with Washington set to raise concerns about Beijing’s use of the fast-emerging technology, US offi cials said.

Fierce fighting rocks Gaza

After US warning of post-war ‘anarchy'

Garcia assumes post of acting Cebu City mayor

Cebu City Vice Mayor Raymond Garcia yesterday assumed the post of acting mayor following the preventive suspension of Mayor Michael Rama by the Office of the Ombudsman.

'BBM tested negative for cocaine in 2021'

President Marcos tested negative for cocaine in November 2021, according to drug examiners of St. Luke’s Medical Center (SLMC) Global City in Taguig.

Marcos, security officials eye stronger air force

President Marcos and security officials yesterday tackled programs aimed at strengthening the capabilities of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) amid simmering tensions with Beijing.

NSC rejects NTF-ELCAC abolition

The National Security Council (NSC) yesterday rejected calls for the abolition of the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC), saying the calls are unfounded.

'Michael Yang's associates have gone into hiding'

Associates of former president Rodrigo Duterte’s economic adviser Michael Yang, who is being investigated by a House committee for drug links, may have all gone into hiding after being found to have faked their identities and used spurious documents to acquire vast landholdings in the country.

'Meralco franchise renewal good for the economy'

A key leader of the House of Representatives yesterday openly endorsed the renewal of the legislative franchise of the country’s largest private sector electric distribution utility company amid repeated notices for possible power shortages.

BBM to generals: Be loyal to country, Constitution

Amid claims of a destabilization plot against his administration among other security challenges, President Marcos yesterday reminded newly promoted generals and flag officers of the Armed Forces to remain faithful to the Constitution and loyal to the country.

China readies blockade of Panatag - US expert

‘4 China coast guard, 26 militia vessels to stop Atin Ito regatta’

DepEd eyes Saturday classes

The Department of Education (DepEd) is looking at holding classes for several Saturdays to make up for the reduction in the number of school days when the old school calendar is restored this coming school year (SY).

DFA to probe Chinese diplomats' 'illegal acts'

The “illegal and unlawful” activities of diplomatic officials will be investigated following the potential Anti-Wiretapping Law violation committed by officials of the Chinese embassy in Manila.

SM adding new malls, eyes more solar rooftop

The SM Group is beefing up its network of shopping malls with the opening of SM City Caloocan this week.

Stocks to trade sideways ahead of BSP meeting

The stock market is expected to trade sideways while investors await the results of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) monetary board meeting later this week.

Phl to remain as world's top rice importer in 2025

The Philippines will remain as the world's largest rice importer in 2025 for the third consecutive year as the country turns to foreign supplies to feed its growing population.

BOLTS SWEEP PAST ROAD WARRIORS

Games Wednesday (Ninoy Aquino Stadium) 4:30 p.m. San Miguel vs Terrafirma (rubber match) 7:30 p.m. - TNT vs Rain or Shine (rubber match)

Trump raises eyebrows with praise for cannibal

WILDWOOD (AFP) – Former US president Donald Trump raised eyebrows among his nononsense New Jersey crowd at a rally on Saturday when he recited a 1963 soul song in its entirety and referenced a fi ctional cannibal as “great.”

Israel strikes Gaza after fresh Rafah evacuation order

PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES (AFP) - Israel launched strikes on Gaza yesterday after it expanded an evacuation order for Rafah, with the United Nations warning an outright invasion of the crowded southern city risked an \"epic\" disaster.

3 lawmakers back measure postponing BSKE anew

Three members of the House of Representatives have expressed support for a measure seeking to defer anew the holding of the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE) scheduled in December 2025.