Civil society groups march to Senate, back resolution vs China embassy

Civil society groups march to Senate, back resolution vs China embassy

MANILA, Philippines — Members of the Filipinos Do Not Yield (FDNY) Movement and several allied organizations marched to the Senate on Thursday to stage a lightning rally to express support for the chamber’s adoption of Senate Resolution No. 37, which condemned what lawmakers described as unacceptable actions and statements by the Chinese Embassy against Philippine officials and institutions. The protest action aimed to affirm public backing for the Senate’s position on the West Philippine Sea and to denounce what they described as improper conduct by China’s ambassador to the Philippines. Protesters carried placards and chanted slogans defending the country’s maritime claims. FDNY spokesman and co-convenor Giselle Albano said the rally was held to support the passage of Senate Resolution No. 37, which condemned the Chinese embassy's alleged remarks and actions against Philippine officials and government institutions. The activity was organized by the FDNY Movement and joined by the Alyansa Bantay Kapayapaan at Demokrasya, Liga Independencia ng Pilipinas Youth, PADER, Kabataang Artista, Manunulat, at Mananayaw para sa Sining at Kultura, Alyansa ng Kabataan sa Komunidad, Liga ng Magkakapitbahay sa Parola Binondo, Cavite Volunteers and Runners for WPS, Katipunan ng Responsableng Maralita para sa Bayan, BBM Calamba Warriors, and several groups identifying themselves as loyalists. Albano said the gathering was meant to symbolically thank the Senate for approving the resolution and to show unity among citizens in defending national sovereignty.

Winter Olympics: Copyright problems plaguing figure skating

Winter Olympics: Copyright problems plaguing figure skating

MILAN — One of the recurring issues during the opening week of the figure skating program at the Milan Cortina Olympics has been copyright problems, which have forced some athletes to scramble for approval and others to ditch their planned programs entirely. Spanish skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate made headlines last week while working feverishly to obtain approval to use music from the animated film “Minions.” He eventually got it on Friday, allowing him to perform his short program Tuesday night. READ: Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know Russian skater Petr Gumennik wasn’t so fortunate. He had to […]... Keep on reading: Winter Olympics: Copyright problems plaguing figure skating

NBI arrests 3 for illegal recruitment, trafficking to Cambodia

NBI arrests 3 for illegal recruitment, trafficking to Cambodia

MANILA, Philippines — Three individuals accused of recruiting and trafficking Filipinos for work in Cambodia have been arrested, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said on Thursday. The arrest was made on February 5 after eight repatriated victims from Cambodia reported that they had been lured into a high-paying job as customer service representatives, the NBI reported. Four of the victims positively identified the recruiters who allegedly exploited them for fraudulent work overseas. The NBI found that the recruiters had no license to recruit for overseas employment, and a counterfeit immigration stamp was found on one of the suspects’ passports. […]... Keep on reading: NBI arrests 3 for illegal recruitment, trafficking to Cambodia

E-COMMERCE GIANT LEADS MANDALUYONG’S REVENUE BOOST

Companies linked to e-commerce platform Shopee dominated Mandaluyong City’s roster of top taxpayers, with Shopee Philippines Inc. and SPX Philippines Inc. taking the top two spots.

In a statement on February 10, Mayor Menchie

E-COMMERCE GIANT LEADS MANDALUYONG’S REVENUE BOOST Companies linked to e-commerce platform Shopee dominated Mandaluyong City’s roster of top taxpayers, with Shopee Philippines Inc. and SPX Philippines Inc. taking the top two spots. In a statement on February 10, Mayor Menchie

E-COMMERCE GIANT LEADS MANDALUYONG’S REVENUE BOOST Companies linked to e-commerce platform Shopee dominated Mandaluyong City’s roster of top taxpayers, with Shopee Philippines Inc. and SPX Philippines Inc. taking the top two spots. In a statement on February 10, Mayor Menchie

CHINA TO PH: LET DFA TAKE THE LEAD IN MANAGING DIFFERENCES

UPDATE: China calls on the Philippines to speak with one and constructive voice led by the Department of Foreign Affairs.

Beijing says the DFA should play a constructive role in resolving issues. 

In an earlier

CHINA TO PH: LET DFA TAKE THE LEAD IN MANAGING DIFFERENCES UPDATE: China calls on the Philippines to speak with one and constructive voice led by the Department of Foreign Affairs. Beijing says the DFA should play a constructive role in resolving issues. In an earlier

CHINA TO PH: LET DFA TAKE THE LEAD IN MANAGING DIFFERENCES UPDATE: China calls on the Philippines to speak with one and constructive voice led by the Department of Foreign Affairs. Beijing says the DFA should play a constructive role in resolving issues. In an earlier

Dy: Anti-dynasty bill should be crafted through talks, exchange

Dy: Anti-dynasty bill should be crafted through talks, exchange

CARMONA, Cavite — Crafting the final version of the anti-political dynasty bill would have to entail thorough talks and exchanges with the public as they are primary stakeholders in this topic, House of Representatives Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III said on Thursday. Dy, in a video statement shown during the first leg of the House committee on suffrage and electoral reforms’ public consultations here, said that he is committed to an “open and honest public dialogue” on the proposals to ban political dynasties. According to Dy, the House intends to pass the anti-dynasty bill, but they believe the proposal would be […]... Keep on reading: Dy: Anti-dynasty bill should be crafted through talks, exchange

3rd Trillion Peso March: Church, civil society to hold it on Feb. 25

3rd Trillion Peso March: Church, civil society to hold it on Feb. 25

MANILA, Philippines — The third Trillion Peso March would be held at Edsa Shrine on Feb. 25 to mark the 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution. This is according to the Church and civil society groups on Wednesday. Caritas Philippines, Buhay ang People Power Campaign Network (BAPP) and Simbahan at Komunidad Laban sa Katiwalian, organized the march meant to center on three pillars—celebrating the past, acting in the present, and working toward the future. In a briefing, Caritas executive director Fr. Tito Caluag noted the “tumultuous year” experienced by the country due to the flood control scandal, which […]... Keep on reading: 3rd Trillion Peso March: Church, civil society to hold it on Feb. 25

Most Asia markets rise as traders welcome US jobs

Most Asia markets rise as traders welcome US jobs

HONG KONG, China — Most equities rose Thursday as investors cheered a bumper US jobs report that eased concerns about the state of the world’s top economy, even as they pared back their bets on Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The gains were again led by Seoul’s Kospi index, the world’s best performer this year thanks to a surge in chipmakers Samsung and SK hynix as traders turn to the region’s AI plays. Asia’s recent healthy run comes amid a turn from Wall Street titans caused by concerns about extended valuations of firms such as Microsoft and Meta. A diversification […]... Keep on reading: Most Asia markets rise as traders welcome US jobs

From The Vault: When Green Day took a detour with 'Hitchin’ A Ride'

From The Vault: When Green Day took a detour with 'Hitchin’ A Ride'

It’s often said that the true mark of an artist lies in their ability to evolve while still preserving the essence of what initially made them exceptional. When Green Day unleashed “Hitchin’ A Ride” in 1997, it was anything but just another single; it heralded a significant transformation in the landscape of pop-punk music. Following the frenetic energy of their fourth studio album, ‘Insomniac,’ this lead single from their fifth studio album, ‘Nimrod,’ signaled that Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, and Tré Cool were stepping boldly into new musical territories. READ: Green Day honored with star on Hollywood Walk of […]... Keep on reading: From The Vault: When Green Day took a detour with 'Hitchin’ A Ride'

Canadian Olympic team 'heartbroken' by deadly school shooting

Canadian Olympic team 'heartbroken' by deadly school shooting

MILAN— Canadian fans and athletes at the Milan Cortina Olympics woke up Wednesday to learn of a school shooting in British Columbia that left at least seven people dead and many others wounded. Seven people were killed in Tuesday’s shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, while two more were found dead at a nearby home, Canadian authorities said. A woman believed by police to be the shooter was also found dead, apparently from a self-inflicted wound. “It’s very unusual and tough to hear. It’s not something you ever expect to hear anywhere in Canada, let alone a small community,” Winnipeg […]... Keep on reading: Canadian Olympic team 'heartbroken' by deadly school shooting

Sharon Cuneta embraces her senior status: 'Aging is a privilege!'

Sharon Cuneta embraces her senior status: 'Aging is a privilege!'

The Megastar, Sharon Cuneta , happily and proudly shared her Senior Citizen ID on social media, her excitement clearly visible despite having officially reached senior status. Breaking the long-standing showbiz taboo of hiding one's age, Sharon embraced the milestone with open arms. In her Instagram post, the actress-singer showed her followers and fans that her ID had finally arrived, though she noted she had removed some of the personal information from the card. “Heto na siya!!! (Siempre inalis ko ibang info, pero ito na Senior Card ko!!!) Hahahaha!” Sharon wrote in her caption. Fans also took notice of her impressive ID photo, which showcased her timeless beauty and a modern pixie bob cut, proving that the Megastar only glows brighter with age. “Oyyyyy grabe napaka ganda tlga ng face card seniors kanaba tlga?” a fan wrote in the comments. “Ang gandaaaa po ng ID picture,” another fan commented. “Senior na pero yung 2x2 pic pang dalaga. So cutee mo mama @reallysharoncuneta parang hindi naman senior,” a netizen wrote. Embracing a significant new chapter, the Megastar demonstrated that entering one's senior years is a milestone to be met with pride rather than hesitation, she reminded her friends and her fans: “ Yahoo!!!! AGING, MY FRIENDS, IS A PRIVILEGE!!!” She capped off her update with a heartfelt expression of faith, ending her post with a simple, “Thank You, Lord!” Several celebrity friends and her daughter, KC Concepcion, took to the comments section to express their admiration for the Megastar. Among those who commented were Mela Habijan and Carmi Martin. They couldn't hide their awe over Sharon's timeless beauty, even as she officially entered her senior years. “Grabe! Level up na!!!” KC wrote. “Join the club. Tara watch na tayo movies on mondays,” Carmi wrote in the comments. “Ang ganda mo, Nay! We stan this pixie Mommah!” Mela commented. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sharon Cuneta (@reallysharoncuneta) Sharon celebrated her 60th birthday last January, and as she enters her senior years, she stands as living proof that age is no barrier to remaining radiant, healthy, and youthful. Related Gallery: Sharon Cuneta's head turning throwback photos