
The 2.3-kilometer Davao City Bypass Project tunnel, the first of its kind in the Philippines, has been fully linked. This significant milestone brings the country closer to a major infrastructure goal that will cut travel time between Toril and Panabo City from nearly two hours to just 49 minutes.
In a departure from its previous iterations, the 2026 CinePanalo Film Festival will be opening its doors to filmmakers planning to submit their films — this time, with no restrictions on the genre and theme. This was announced by the film festival in a press statement, stating that it grants filmmakers the “liberty [and] creative freedom” to do their best work. “The festival will accept film genres that were previously unrepresented — horror, suspense, crime, and fantasy. As long as the pitch offers a potential for excellence, it’s welcome at the CinePanalo,” it said. The past editions of the CinePanalo […]... Keep on reading: CinePanalo 2026 to no longer impose restrictions on film entries
TIANJIN, China — Russian President Vladimir Putin sought on Monday to defend his Ukraine offensive to Moscow’s allies, blaming the West for triggering the three-and-a-half year war that has killed tens of thousands and devastated much of eastern Ukraine. “This crisis was not triggered by Russia’s attack on Ukraine, but was a result of a coup in Ukraine, which was supported and provoked by the West,” Putin said at a summit of the the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in the Chinese city of Tianjin. That is a reference to Ukraine’s 2013-2014 pro-European revolution, which ousted a pro-Russian president. READ: Putin expected […]... Keep on reading: Putin defends Ukraine invasion at China summit, blames West
OpenAI said in August it plans to open its first India office in New Delhi later this year, expanding its presence in its second-largest market by user base
MANILA, Philippines – Jacob Ang, son of billionaire Ramon S. Ang, was appointed president of SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. (SMCACD), the country’s exclusive distributor of BMW vehicles. In a statement, SMCACD said Jacob Ang’s appointment was effective on Monday. He succeeds Spencer Yu, who headed BMW Philippines for seven years. READ: San Miguel to take 65% stake in BMW distributor “Jacob’s leadership and fresh perspective will help us further strengthen BMW’s presence in the Philippines,” said Ramon Ang, chair of SMCACD. For his part, Jacob recognized it was an “exciting time” for the premium vehicle industry in the Philippines. […]... Keep on reading: Jacob Ang is new BMW Philippines president
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuana Brazilian jiu-jitsu world champion Eliecha Zoe Malilay showed she has a future in judo after bagging a bronze medal in her first tournament under the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers. Malilay, who previously lived in Dubai, UAE with her family is now pursuing her studies at UST as a varsity athlete. To test her skills, she joined the NCRJA Judo Ranking Tournament–Second Leg on Saturday, August 30, at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Manila. Competing in the women’s under-44 kilogram division, open age and open belt category, Malilay went up against more […]... Keep on reading: Jiu-Jitsu world champ Eliecha Malilay displays judo potential with UST
As SM Supermalls celebrates its 40th anniversary, it clinches four major honors at the prestigious HR Asia Awards 2025, reaffirming its legacy of people-first leadership and transformative workplace culture. For the third consecutive year, SM Supermalls was named one of HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work For, alongside three standout category wins: the Sustainable Workplace Award, the Most Caring Company Award, and the Tech Empowerment Award. “These awards are more than milestones—they reflect our enduring culture at SM, where people are at the heart of everything we do,” said Steven T. Tan, President of SM Supermalls. “We are proud of […]... Keep on reading: SM Supermalls wins big at HR Asia Awards 2025, marking 40 years of transformative leadership
VENICE, Italy — In the new Yorgos Lanthimos film “Bugonia,” a disturbed, conspiracy-obsessed man kidnaps the head of a pharmaceutical company and tortures her in an attempt to save humanity. The kidnapper, played by Jesse Plemons, believes his hostage, played by Emma Stone, is an alien. While the situation is heightened, Lanthimos believes that the film isn’t so far-fetched. “Not much of the dystopia in this film is very fictional,” Yorgos said Thursday at the Venice Film Festival. “A lot of it is very reflective of the real world.” “Bugonia” had its world premiere Thursday evening at the prestigious festival, […]... Keep on reading: New Emma Stone film ‘Bugonia’ isn’t dystopia, says director Yorgos Lanthimos
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Christine Juliane “CJ” Opiaza’s Miss Grand Philippines batchmate Anna Margaret Mercado ended her Miss Teen International journey in the Top 16. The teen queen from Quirino also received the Best in Evening Gown award at the competition held in India on Sunday evening, Aug. 31 (Sept. 1 in Manila) At the end of the competition, Spain’s Lorena Ruiz was crowned 2025 Miss Teen International, besting 23 other aspirants for the title. She succeeded 2024 winner Ly Muy Lang from Cambodia. Host delegate Kaziah Liz Mejo was first runner-up, followed by Colombia’s Valeria Morales, Puerto Rico’s Sabrina Maria Feliciano, and Mexico’s […]... Keep on reading: PH's Miss Teen International bet lands Top 16 spot; Spain wins crown
TACLOBAN CITY—The Order of the Discalced Augustinians (OAD) has suspended Fr. Libby Daños, one of its pioneering priests in Asia, after he was found to have joined the blessing of a Masonic marker in Ormoc City, an act considered a violation of Catholic teaching. In a statement issued Monday, Sept. 1, and signed by Fr. Luigi Kerschbamer, OAD, prior provincial, and the OAD Provincial Council of the Province of St. Nicholas of Tolentino (Asia) confirmed that Fr. Daños took part in the August 11 ceremony in Barangay San Pablo, Ormoc, where the Masonic marker was erected. While Fr. Daños admitted […]... Keep on reading: Priest from Ormoc City suspended after taking part in Masonic rites
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, beaten in both the Australian and French Open finals this year, inches closer to becoming the first woman since Serena Williams to win consecutive US Open titles
MANILA, Philippines – Temporary lane closures will be implemented along different sections of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEx), particularly in Pampanga, Valenzuela, and Balagtas in Bulacan from September 1 to 5. NLEx Corporation, in an announcement on Monday said that the following areas will have 100-meter lane closures due to a gantry installation project: Mapulang Lupa, Valenzuela – Northbound Lane 1: September 1, 10 p.m. to September 2, 5 a.m. – Southbound Lane 1: September 2, 10 p.m. to September 3, 5 a.m. – Northbound Lane 1: September 3, 10 p.m. to September 4, 5 a.m. – Southbound Lane […]... Keep on reading: NLEX sets temporary lane closures from Sept. 1 to 5