PUTRAJAYA, Malaysia — Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak was found guilty on Friday of abusing his power in the 1MDB graft scandal, which saw billions plundered from the now-defunct sovereign wealth fund. His conviction is likely to heap years onto the six-year term he is already serving for a separate case related to the 1MDB fund. Presiding Judge Collin Lawrence Sequerah convicted the 72-year-old former leader on Friday on all four counts of abuse of power. Najib will also face a verdict on 21 counts of money laundering linked to the fund, which sparked probes in several countries, from […]... Keep on reading: Malaysia's Najib convicted of abuse of power in 1MDB graft trial

• Inquirer
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 23 dakika

If you are reading this on a computer or a smartphone, you are looking at the digital fingerprints of Diosdado “Dado” Banatao. He didn’t just participate in the digital revolution; he designed the hardware that made it possible. READ:

• Manila Bulletin News
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 25 dakika

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Veteran ring warrior Jeo “Santino” Santisima is all set for a tough assignment in Bern, Switzerland, after passing the official weigh-in on Thursday, December 25 (December 26, Manila time). Santisima is slated to face the undefeated Dominican prospect Angelo Peña for the World Boxing Organization (WBO) Inter-Continental super featherweight title, slated on December 26 (December 27 Manila time). READ: Jeo Santisima gets title shot vs. unbeaten Peña in Switzerland Both fighters tipped the scales at 129 pounds. Accompanying the Cebu-based Santisima of ZIP Sanman Boxing Gym is renowned trainer Michael Domingo, known for developing world champions. […]... Keep on reading: Santisima, Peña make weight for WBO Inter-Continental bout

• Inquirer
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 27 dakika

MANILA, Philippines—Fresh off a gold medal finish in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, Alex Eala is looking to end her year with another feather in her cap. Eala will wrap up her season with a star-studded showdown against Russian teen sensation Mirra Andreeva at the Macau Tennis Masters on Sunday in Macau. READ: Alex Eala says gold a way of bringing ‘that pride to Philippines’ The Filipina tennis ace will have her hands full against Andreeva, who is currently ranked ninth in the world. Like Eala, Andreeva enjoyed a breakthrough year, highlighted by titles at the Dubai Tennis Championships and […]... Keep on reading: Alex Eala set for Macau Masters showdown vs Mirra Andreeva

• Inquirer
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 32 dakika

KUYA JAKE'S SQUAD VS TEAM KA LAB-LAB Ngayong Biyernes, sasalang sa hulaan ng top survey answers ang Kuya Jake's Squad at Team Ka-Lab-Lab. Ang kanilang masayang hulaan at kulitan, abangan sa 'Family Feud,' 5:40 p.m. sa GMA! #FamilyFeudPhilippines #540NaFamilyFeudNa

• GMA Network
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 34 dakika

In 2025, a simmering rift between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his sister Imee erupts publicly, spilling into accusations of illegal drug use

• Rappler
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 34 dakika

Thankful ang Sparkle star na si Althea Ablan sa Panginoon dahil sa blessings na kanyang natanggap ngayong taon. Alamin sa online exclusive video na ito.

• GMA Network
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 34 dakika

FROM PNP CHIEF TO MMDA GENERAL MANAGER Former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Nicolas Torre III took his oath of office as the new general manager of the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) before the Office of the Executive Secretary on Friday, December 26.

• Philstar.com
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 36 dakika

The bridge will provide a safe, direct, and weather-protected pedestrian link between LRT-2 Antipolo Station and the mall

• Rappler
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 38 dakika

MANILA, Philippines—Arrive, do business and leave. That was how Scottie Thompson approached Barangay Ginebra’s Christmas Day PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals game against Converge on Thursday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. Following the Gin Kings’ 105-85 domination of the FiberXers, Thompson was quick to leave the building without a smile, not even after posting a triple-double in the win. “It’s all about heart. We have our sense of urgency and luckily, we got the win,” he told the Inquirer. “It’s not easy. It’s very hard and I have nothing to say about it [triple-double] now.” Thompson was everywhere on the floor, finishing […]... Keep on reading: PBA: Scottie Thompson shrugs off triple-double in Ginebra win

• Inquirer
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 44 dakika

#PhilstarNewsBrief: Nagbitiw sa puwesto si Independent Commission for Infrastructure o ICI Commissioner Rossana Fajardo, epektibo Disyembre 31, 2025. Ayon kay Fajardo, natupad na niya ang kanyang mandato sa komisyon, partikular sa pangangalap ng ebidensya at imbestigasyon ng mga

• Philstar.com
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 45 dakika

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• Rappler
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 48 dakika

• SunStar Philippines
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 48 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) eked out modest gains on Friday as investors selectively hunted for bargains ahead of the year’s close. Yet, trading activity remained subdued amid holiday-thinned participation. The benchmark index rose 0.39 percent to close at 6,065.64. READ: Dow, S&P 500 end at records amid talk of Santa rally Value turnover stayed weak at P2.66 billion, underscoring investors’ cautious stance as many remained on the sidelines during the Christmas break. “Still, last-minute bargain hunting allowed the market to have a flat close,” according to Philstocks Research. Market participation was also dampened by lingering […]... Keep on reading: PSEi inches up to 6,065 amid bargain hunting

• Inquirer
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 50 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — Rossana Fajardo’s role as commissioner in the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI) was always meant to be “temporary,” according to the Malacañang’s press statement on Friday, December 26. Fajardo’s resignation followed just weeks after ICI’s first commissioner stepped down. This leaves ex-Justice Andres Reyes Jr. as the body’s sole commissioner. READ: ICI: Another commissioner resigns In a statement, Press Secretary Dave Gomez explained that Rossana Fajardo was brought into the ICI to closely review the money linked to the projects under investigation and help trace where public funds went, which he said “is now finished.” “Her role was […]... Keep on reading: Rossana Fajardo’s ICI role meant to be ‘temporary’ — Malacañang

• Inquirer
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 51 dakika

Jason Marvin Hernandez, better known as the ex-husband of “Malaya” singer Moira dela Torre, piqued the curiosity of fans after he gave a peek at how he celebrated Christmas in El Nido, Palawan along with his rumored new girlfriend. The singer-songwriter showed himself taking a dip at a pool along with the portraits of one Sharine taken by the beach, through his Instagram page on Wednesday, Dec. 24. “Tahanan (home),” he captioned his post, along with a red heart emoji. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jason Marvin (@jasonmarvinph) The pair also enjoyed riding an ATV, as […]... Keep on reading: Jason Marvin Hernandez shows off rumored girlfriend, calls her 'tahanan'

• Inquirer
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 56 dakika