Christmas wishes from Siloys

Christmas wishes from Siloys

CONSOLACION, Cebu — Christmas is the season of hope, reflection, and giving. This is where people pause to think about what they aspire to achieve and what they wish to receive in the coming year. Beyond the gifts and celebrations, it is a time when heartfelt dreams take center stage. Often, these wishes go beyond material things. For many, Christmas becomes a moment to voice quiet prayers for good health, stable jobs, stronger family ties, and a better year ahead after months of challenges. READ: Bacayan’s Tino evacuees will spend Christmas in a sports gym Here are some of the […]... Keep on reading: Christmas wishes from Siloys

NBA: Raptors send Heat reeling to 9th loss in 11-game span

NBA: Raptors send Heat reeling to 9th loss in 11-game span

MIAMI— Scottie Barnes scored 27 points and grabbed eight rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors beat the reeling Miami Heat 112-91 on Tuesday night in the final NBA pre-Christmas game for both teams. Immanuel Quickley scored 18 for the Raptors — who got their 18th win in their 31st game of the season. They needed 57 games last season to get to the 18-win mark and are over .500 at Christmas for the first time since the 2019-20 season. Sandro Mamukelashvili scored 14 and Brandon Ingram finished with 12 for Toronto, which again played without RJ Barrett. He’s recovering from a […]... Keep on reading: NBA: Raptors send Heat reeling to 9th loss in 11-game span

'EXTREME VERSION OF MAUI WOWIE'

WATCH: Filipino pole vaulter and SEA Games gold medalist EJ Obiena joined the viral “Maui Wowie” trend, with an extreme twist on the dance challenge.

"Because lots of you said to post it," Obiena wrote on Instagram.

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'EXTREME VERSION OF MAUI WOWIE' WATCH: Filipino pole vaulter and SEA Games gold medalist EJ Obiena joined the viral “Maui Wowie” trend, with an extreme twist on the dance challenge. "Because lots of you said to post it," Obiena wrote on Instagram. Ernest Obiena/Instagram

'EXTREME VERSION OF MAUI WOWIE' WATCH: Filipino pole vaulter and SEA Games gold medalist EJ Obiena joined the viral “Maui Wowie” trend, with an extreme twist on the dance challenge. "Because lots of you said to post it," Obiena wrote on Instagram. Ernest Obiena/Instagram

LOOK: Christmas shoppers flock to Divisoria in Manila on Wednesday, Dec. 24, for last-minute holiday shopping, a day before Christmas. 

Vendors say sales are slow as more Filipinos opt for online shopping and choose to save money.

: John Louie Abrina | MB

LOOK: Christmas shoppers flock to Divisoria in Manila on Wednesday, Dec. 24, for last-minute holiday shopping, a day before Christmas. Vendors say sales are slow as more Filipinos opt for online shopping and choose to save money. : John Louie Abrina | MB

LOOK: Christmas shoppers flock to Divisoria in Manila on Wednesday, Dec. 24, for last-minute holiday shopping, a day before Christmas. Vendors say sales are slow as more Filipinos opt for online shopping and choose to save money. : John Louie Abrina | MB

LOOK: A belen display is seen at a mall in Marikina City on Tuesday, Dec. 23. 

The traditional Nativity scene symbolizes the birth of Jesus Christ and serves as a centerpiece of Filipino Christmas celebrations.

: John Louie Abrina | MB

LOOK: A belen display is seen at a mall in Marikina City on Tuesday, Dec. 23. The traditional Nativity scene symbolizes the birth of Jesus Christ and serves as a centerpiece of Filipino Christmas celebrations. : John Louie Abrina | MB

LOOK: A belen display is seen at a mall in Marikina City on Tuesday, Dec. 23. The traditional Nativity scene symbolizes the birth of Jesus Christ and serves as a centerpiece of Filipino Christmas celebrations. : John Louie Abrina | MB

LTO suspends license of driver in ‘hit-and-run’ incident

LTO suspends license of driver in ‘hit-and-run’ incident

MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has suspended the license of the driver involved in a viral video of an alleged hit-and-run incident. In a statement on Wednesday, the LTO said a 90-day preventive suspension has been imposed on the driver of the Toyota Camry vehicle caught colliding with a motorcycle, causing its driver to lose control on the road. READ: LTO summons owner, driver of gov’t vehicle involved in road rage After the incident, both the rider and passenger fell to the ground and got back up moments later, while the Toyota Camry continued moving away from […]... Keep on reading: LTO suspends license of driver in ‘hit-and-run’ incident

NBA: Michael Porter Jr. stars with 28 as Nets hold off 76ers

NBA: Michael Porter Jr. stars with 28 as Nets hold off 76ers

PHILADELPHIA— Michael Porter Jr. scored 28 points, Egor Demin added 20 and the Brooklyn Nets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 114-106 in the NBA on Tuesday night Porter went 5 of 12 from the 3-point arc and Demin hit a couple of late 3s after the 76ers cut a 19-point lead to nine in the fourth quarter. Brooklyn shot 17 of 46 from 3-point distance to win for the third time in four games. Nic Claxton added 16 points and 10 rebounds. READ: NBA: Michael Porter, Noah Clowney lead Nets to win over Raptors Philadelphia’s Joel Embiid scored 27 points despite […]... Keep on reading: NBA: Michael Porter Jr. stars with 28 as Nets hold off 76ers

Venezuelans: Fearing war, they seek comfort in Christmas cheer

Venezuelans: Fearing war, they seek comfort in Christmas cheer

CARACAS, Venezuela — Chatting and laughing, Maria Abreu strolled with her friends under the Christmas lights adorning a boulevard in the Venezuelan capital, Caracas. Anything, she said, not to think of the threat of war with the United States. Having weathered decades of political and economic crisis, Venezuelans have turned avoidance into an art. The only alternative to succumbing to anxiety. READ: Senator: Venezuela’s Maduro given chance to leave country by US “I’d rather not think about it,” Abreu, an 18-year-old athlete, told AFP of the prospect of the United States attacking her country. “And if it’s going to happen, […]... Keep on reading: Venezuelans: Fearing war, they seek comfort in Christmas cheer

MARCOS’ HOLIDAY REMINDERS

WATCH: President Bongbong Marcos gives health and safety reminders to Filipinos amid the festivities for Christmas and the New Year.

In a vlog on Tuesday, Dec. 23, Marcos also answered light-hearted questions related to the holiday season.

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MARCOS’ HOLIDAY REMINDERS WATCH: President Bongbong Marcos gives health and safety reminders to Filipinos amid the festivities for Christmas and the New Year. In a vlog on Tuesday, Dec. 23, Marcos also answered light-hearted questions related to the holiday season. Bongbong

MARCOS’ HOLIDAY REMINDERS WATCH: President Bongbong Marcos gives health and safety reminders to Filipinos amid the festivities for Christmas and the New Year. In a vlog on Tuesday, Dec. 23, Marcos also answered light-hearted questions related to the holiday season. Bongbong

'Happy milestone': Pakistan's historic brewery cheers export license

'Happy milestone': Pakistan's historic brewery cheers export license

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan — A heady aroma of malt and brewing yeast drifts through Pakistan’s oldest and by far largest brewery, which is gearing up for expansion after getting approval to sell abroad after a nearly 50-year ban. Bottles and cans clatter along the production lines at Murree Brewery, a singular scene in the Muslim-majority country where alcohol is largely banned. But Murree, founded in 1860 to quench the thirst of British soldiers and the colonial community during the Raj, has survived Islamist opposition and strict regulations to become one of Pakistan’s most well-known companies. “It’s a journey of a roller-coaster and […]... Keep on reading: 'Happy milestone': Pakistan's historic brewery cheers export license