MUNTIKAN NA SA MANOK Singer Ogie Alcasid revealed that he had a near-death experience last December after choking on a chicken he was eating. Read:
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder prospect Nikola Topic has made his NBA G League debut after recovering from a major knee injury and undergoing cancer treatment. Topic had seven points and seven assists in 16 minutes for the Oklahoma City Blue in their 137-135 overtime victory over the Sioux Falls Skyforce on Monday night. READ: NBA: Nikola Topic out at least 4 weeks after testicular procedure Thunder coach Mark Daigneault praised Topic in Los Angeles before defending NBA champion Oklahoma City faced the Lakers. “We’re all just collectively thrilled that he’s back playing basketball,” Daigneault said. “I know he’s […]... Keep on reading: Thunder's Nikola Topic makes G League debut after cancer treatment
By focusing on wellness, strength, and prevention, Pia Guanio-Mago, Tony Labrusca, John Vic de Guzman, Sam Colosa, and Wilbert Tolentino prove how you feel matters more than how old you are.
The Aurora Music Festival is happening on May 2 and 3, 2026, at Clark Global City.
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla clarified that his remarks suggesting Senate President Vicente Sotto III had no reason to worry about his position, and that arrest teams were on standby, may have sounded like a joke but were not meant to be taken lightly. Remulla made the clarification during a press conference at the Ombudsman Strategic Planning Session in Baguio on Tuesday, responding to questions about a statement he made in jest on DZRH over the weekend. The remarks were linked to a recent attempt to remove Sotto from the Senate presidency. “It may sound like a […]... Keep on reading: Remulla explains remark on Sotto: Sounds like a joke, but it’s not
Veteran American R&B singer Peabo Bryson credited his faith as the driving force behind his decades-long career, saying that his beliefs have brought him through some difficult times in his life. Best known for timeless hits such as “If Ever You’re in My Arms Again” and the Grammy-winning “Beauty and the Beast” duet with Céline Dion, Bryson told Inquirer Entertainment in a recent one-on-one interview that it’s “divine” that his music continues to resonate across generations. “I think that’s all divine. Like most things that you can’t control. The divine is the divine, and nobody can keep you from it. […]... Keep on reading: Peabo Bryson credits faith for decades-long career
The Supreme Court noted that the partners must provide proof of actual contribution in the acquired property in line with Article 148 of the Family Code, which governs the property relations of couples living together but cannot legally marry, granting co-ownership based on
De Venecia served as speaker of the House under two presidents and was instrumental in forging unity in Congress at a time when post-revolution democracy remained fragile
MANILA, Philippines — Former House of Representatives Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez and the Lakas-Christian-Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD) are mourning the passing of former Pangasinan representative and speaker Jose de Venecia, noting that the fallen legislator was a pillar of Philippine democracy. In a statement on Tuesday, Romualdez said de Venecia, one of the founders of Lakas’ precursor, Lakas-National Union of Christian Democrats (NUCD) — helped shape the country through his brilliance and courage. “Today, we mourn the passing of one of the greatest pillars of Philippine democracy and the political father of Lakas-CMD, former Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. — a man […]... Keep on reading: Romualdez, Lakas - CMD mourn death of ex-House speaker Jose de Venecia
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Grief swept through the Cebuano community as a young entrepreneur lost his life in a hit-and-run incident on Sunday, February 8, 2026. The victim was Kingston Ralph Cheng, the 23-year-old owner of a pastry and coffee shop based in Cebu City. Budding entrepreneur Cheng found early success after The Mill Lifestyle Café opened in 2023, which, over time, gained popularity for its artisan breads and pastries. He was fondly remembered as a budding businessman who furthered his interests in entrepreneurship at the Monash Business School in Australia. Outside of work, Cheng was also a music enthusiast […]... Keep on reading: Cebu hit-and-run: Community mourns death of young businessman
MANILA, Philippines — The Japanese government has not formally offered the Abukuma-class destroyer escorts to the Philippines, Navy spokesperson Capt. Marissa Martinez said on Tuesday. Martinez clarified that so far, Tokyo has only invited officials to conduct a joint visual inspection of the used destroyer escorts. “However, I would just like to highlight that it has not, according to one of the Japanese officials, it has not yet been offered to the Philippine Navy nor to the Department of National Defense (DND),” she said in a regular press briefing. READ: Teodoro on transfer of Japanese destroyers: Depends if they fit fleet The […]... Keep on reading: No formal offer yet from Japan for Abukuma-class ships – Navy
MANILA, Philippines — Actress and animal advocate Nadine Lustre said that she would support former vice rpesident and current Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo if she would run as President in the 2028 elections. "I mean, for me, she's really the best. She's really the best candidate for the presidency, obviously, and I supported her way, way back when she ran the first time. So definitely, I would support her," Lustre told reporters after she joined Mamamayang Liberal Partylist Rep. Leila de Lima and other animal and nature advocates in filing two bills at the House of Representatives that would strengthen animal welfare laws and the creation of a national plant-based health advocacy program. Lustre was joined by his boyfriend, Christophe Bariou, and organizations such as People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), Animal Kingdom Foundation, CARA Welfare Philippines, and Biyaya Animal Care. However, Lustre said that she would respect Robredo if she would decide to remain as Naga City mayor. "But, yeah, sometimes the best presidents are those that don't want to run. So, we'll see. We'll cross the bridge na lang when we get there because right now, it's really hard to say," Lustre said. De Lima added that they were "not losing hope" on a potential Robredo run in 2028, saying that she is the "most capable" opposition candidate.
Zheng Qinwen marked her return to action with a three-set win over Sofia Kenin at the Qatar Open on Monday, while Mirra Andreeva eased into the round of 16. Olympic gold medalist Zheng, in action for the first time since September last year, beat 2020 Australian Open winner Kenin 4-6, 6-1, 6-2 to reach the second round where she’ll meet Alycia Parks. READ: Alex Eala exits Qatar Open first round, loses to Tereza Valentova anew Now ranked 26th in the world, Zheng made a statement as she threw down 20 aces on the way to winning her season opener. “When […]... Keep on reading: Qatar Open: Zheng Qinwen wins on return, Mirra Andreeva through
FORMER SPEAKER JDV PASSES AWAY AT 89 Former House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. has passed away at 89. Rep. Martin Romualdez (Leyte) said JDV was “one of the greatest pillars of Philippine democracy and the political father of Lakas-CMD,” noting that his brilliance, courage and
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