A great dane and her lola best friend in Mambaling, Cebu

A great dane and her lola best friend in Mambaling, Cebu

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Every morning in a quiet neighborhood in Mambaling, Cebu City, a cute kind of friendship lingers.  It is a friendship that just happened naturally between an elderly woman and her neighbor’s three-year-old Great Dane, Raven. Meet Lola Sharita and Raven, the besties who have been gaining attention online because of their […]... Keep on reading: A great dane and her lola best friend in Mambaling, Cebu

Padilla backs colleagues; Tulfo hits 'onion skinned' Chinese envoy

Padilla backs colleagues; Tulfo hits 'onion skinned' Chinese envoy

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Robin Padilla on Thursday backed his colleagues who earned the ire of the Chinese Embassy, while Sen. Raffy Tulfo said the Chinese ambassador is too sensitive or “onion-skinned.” Padilla and Tulfo made their respective remarks as the Chinese embassy directly addressed Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III, who responded to China’s criticisms against Senate Resolution No. 256. Approved by the Senate on Monday,  the Senate resolution signed by 15 senators stressed that the language used by a Chinese embassy spokesperson directed at incumbent members of Congress, departs from “the restraint, courtesy, and responsibility expected of diplomatic communications” […]... Keep on reading: Padilla backs colleagues; Tulfo hits 'onion skinned' Chinese envoy

DILG raises bounty for Atong Ang to P20M

DILG raises bounty for Atong Ang to P20M

MANILA, Philippines — Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Thursday announced that his office has increased the bounty for information leading to the arrest of fugitive businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang to P20 million from P10 million. Remulla told a press briefing that the reward came from confidential funds of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) for cases like this. Despite information that Ang has flown abroad, particularly in Cambodia, Remulla said authorities believed he was still in the country. The DILG chief's statement comes after the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia said that Ang was not in their country, citing a report from the Immigration General Department of the Ministry of Interior of Cambodia that it has no record of his entry or exit. “We really believe he is still here in the Philippines,” Remulla said.

DILG raises bounty for Atong Ang arrest to P20M

DILG raises bounty for Atong Ang arrest to P20M

MANILA, Philippines — Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Thursday announced that his office has increased the bounty for information leading to the arrest of fugitive businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang to P20 million from P10 million. Remulla told a press briefing that the reward came from confidential funds of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) for cases like this. Despite information that Ang has flown abroad, particularly in Cambodia, Remulla said authorities believed he was still in the country. The DILG chief's statement comes after the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia said that Ang was not in their country, citing a report from the Immigration General Department of the Ministry of Interior of Cambodia that it has no record of his entry or exit. “We really believe he is still here in the Philippines,” Remulla said.

ASEAN travel exchange in Cebu yields P1.4-B in initial sales leads

ASEAN travel exchange in Cebu yields P1.4-B in initial sales leads

MANILA – The Association of Southeast Asian Nations-led (ASEAN) Travel Exchange (TRAVEX) 2026 held in Cebu last month has generated PHP1.44 billion in initial sales leads. In a post-event brief dated Feb. 11, the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) said the exchange gathered nearly 300 international buyers from over 50 key source markets across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Held at the newly constructed Mactan Expo in Lapu-Lapu City from Jan. 28 to 30, the TRAVEX hosted a total of 363 ASEAN exhibitors, representing hotels and resorts, tour operators, destination management organizations, government agencies, airlines, and Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, […]... Keep on reading: ASEAN travel exchange in Cebu yields P1.4-B in initial sales leads

Napolcom to help ID cops in alleged beating of celebrity's driver

Napolcom to help ID cops in alleged beating of celebrity's driver

MANILA, Philippines – The Makati police officers accused of beating the driver of actress Rhian Ramos will soon be identified with the help of the National Police Commission (Napolcom), the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said on Thursday. According to the NBI, the complaint filed by the driver, alias “Totoy”, includes potential administrative charges. He alleged that while detained at the Makati Police Station for a Qualified Theft case, he was taken to a separate room and was beaten up by police officers. READ: Makati cops to aid NBI in probe into alleged abuse of celebrity’s driver Earlier, the Makati […]... Keep on reading: Napolcom to help ID cops in alleged beating of celebrity's driver

What's in Cinemas: February 12 - 19, 2026

What's in Cinemas: February 12 - 19, 2026

Finally, February is here, and love is in the air. Whether it's the butterflies of a new romance, the joy of spending time with family, or the warmth of close friendships, this is the perfect time of year to connect with the people who make life sweeter. One of the simple and fun ways of doing so is having a movie date. Celebrating love month by going to a movie house to watch a good film is a great way to create more memorable moments, inject some laughter, and simply enjoy each other's company. The last few weeks of February are all about love and new beginnings, with Lunar New Year falling on the 17th. It's a good time to look forward to welcoming new activities to bring more fun to our daily lives. If we are with our friends, loved ones, or someone who makes our lives feel most special, we can make this season even more special by watching movies with the people who mean so much to us. Moreover, it is not just February 14 that is to be celebrated by people in relationships. It is to be celebrated with the people who matter to us. What's showing this week:

Alex Eala debuts in the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships slated Feb. 15 to 21, joining a star-studded field spearheaded by defending champion Mirra Andreeva, last month's Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina and world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka.

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Alex Eala debuts in the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships slated Feb. 15 to 21, joining a star-studded field spearheaded by defending champion Mirra Andreeva, last month's Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina and world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka. READ:

Alex Eala debuts in the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships slated Feb. 15 to 21, joining a star-studded field spearheaded by defending champion Mirra Andreeva, last month's Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina and world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka. READ: