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Isidro Velayo Jr. appointed BFAR officer-in-charge

Latest News Othel V. Campos - April 17, 2024, 4:32 pm 0

Following the dismissal of Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) director Demosthenes Escoto, the Department of Agriculture (DA) announced the appointment of Isidro...

Indonesia on alert for more eruptions at remote volcano

News April 19, 2024, 6:15 pm

China to help ease Mideast tensions

News April 19, 2024, 6:10 pm

ASEAN ‘deeply concerned’ by Myanmar violence

News April 19, 2024, 6:05 pm

Indonesia on alert for more eruptions at remote volcano

April 19, 2024, 6:15 pm

Solons eye Chinese presence in Cagayan

News Macon Ramos-Araneta & Rey E. Requejo - April 19, 2024, 1:10 am

NSC, CHED called to conduct own probes Senators are seeking to investigate the reported influx of Chinese students in schools near areas covered by the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement, in particular in Cagayan that is facing Taiwan, as they called on the Commission on Higher Education and the National Security Council to do their own probe. ------------------------------- The Chinese embassy in Manila said: The unfounded accusation of our educational exchanges is yet...

9 killed in overnight Russian strikes, as Kyiv downs bomber

News AFP - April 19, 2024, 6:00 pm

Kyiv – Russian strikes on Ukraine in the early hours of Friday killed at...

Oil jumps, equities fall as Iran blasts fan MidEast fears

News AFP - April 19, 2024, 5:50 pm

Hong Kong, China—Oil prices rallied and equities fell Friday as reports said explosions had...

Beijing half marathon runners stripped of medals after controversial finish

News AFP - April 19, 2024, 5:37 pm

Beijing, China—The top three in Sunday's Beijing half marathon have been stripped of their...

Solons eye Chinese presence in Cagayan

News Macon Ramos-Araneta & Rey E. Requejo - April 19, 2024, 1:10 am

Welcome ceremony

9 killed in overnight Russian strikes, as Kyiv downs bomber

News AFP - April 19, 2024, 6:00 pm

Kyiv – Russian strikes on Ukraine in the early hours of Friday...

Oil jumps, equities fall as Iran blasts fan MidEast fears

News AFP - April 19, 2024, 5:50 pm

Hong Kong, China—Oil prices rallied and equities fell Friday as reports said...

Beijing half marathon runners stripped of medals after controversial finish

News AFP - April 19, 2024, 5:37 pm

Beijing, China—The top three in Sunday's Beijing half marathon have been stripped...

VP Sara crossed the line, says First Lady Liza

Manila Standard - April 19, 2024, 1:05 am

First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos did not mince words in expressing her disappointment at Vice...

Marcos among Time’s 100 most influential persons

Charles Dantes - April 19, 2024, 1:00 am

President Marcos was named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2024. Under...

PBBM knows about Rody-Xi deal — China

Rey E. Requejo - April 19, 2024, 12:55 am

The Chinese Embassy in the Philippines on Thursday refuted President Marcos’ pronouncement that he...

President suspends ban on e-trikes, e-bikes in Metro Manila

Charles Dantes - April 19, 2024, 12:50 am

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday ordered the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and all...

Israel minister slammed for implying Israel behind Iran blasts

AFP - April 19, 2024, 5:22 pm

Jerusalem—Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir came under severe criticism for harming...

Japanese AI tool predicts when recruits will quit jobs

AFP - April 19, 2024, 5:11 pm

Tokyo, Japan—Bosses worried about turnover or wondering how long a new hire will stick...

ERC sets inquiry into power outages

Alena Mae S. Flores & Macon Ramos-Araneta - April 19, 2024, 12:45 am

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is set to investigate the cause of the simultaneous...

Drier and hotter this coming May — PAGASA

Rio N. Araja - April 19, 2024, 12:40 am

Almost all areas across the country, including the National Capital Region (NCR), have been...

‘Balut diplomacy’ goes to Washington

Maricel Cruz - April 19, 2024, 12:35 am

Balut diplomacy was put in the spotlight on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. after...

PCG to join Balikatan for 1st time

AFP - April 19, 2024, 12:30 am

The Philippine Coast Guard said Thursday it will participate for the first time in...

Another big shabu bust

Manila Standard - April 19, 2024, 12:15 am

The war on illegal drugs waged by the Rodrigo Duterte administration starting from July...

Three heads are better than one

Ernesto M. Hilario - April 19, 2024, 12:10 am

"China’s gunboat diplomacy in the South China Sea is the source of tension in...

Romualdez’s quest for a thriving PH

Louis 'Barok' Biraogo - April 19, 2024, 12:05 am

"In Romualdez, Filipinos find not just a leader, but a visionary championing their aspirations...

Travels and travails of a retiree

Ramon L. Tomeldan - April 19, 2024, 12:00 am

"With the advent of social media, AI and work-from-home setup, I’m afraid the exciting...

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Why can’t they just talk?

Lito Banayo - April 18, 2024, 12:10 am

"We keep invoking our rights on the basis of a ruling that binds no...

PBBM and traffic gridlock

Florencio Fianza - April 18, 2024, 12:05 am

"All talk without the necessary budgetary support won’t get anything done" We are once again...

NA Ricky Lee to deliver lecture at UST; April as National Literature Month

Jenny Ortuoste - April 18, 2024, 12:00 am

"Literature preserves cultural heritage, sparks critical thinking, and serves as a catalyst for social...

Proposed upgrade of Metro railway system

Ernesto M. Hilario - April 17, 2024, 12:10 am

“We welcome the wider participation of the private sector and their closer collaboration with...

UST GenSan opens its doors

Jenny Ortuoste - April 17, 2024, 12:05 am

“UST Rector Richard Ang said ‘This is our gift to GenSan – Luzon meeting...

Jury selection starts at Trump’s landmark criminal trial in New York

AFP - April 17, 2024, 12:00 am

"The prospect of Trump becoming a convicted felon throws an unprecedented wild card into...

MEDCO HOLDINGS INC.: NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS

April 19, 2024, 6:00 am

MEDCO HOLDINGS INC.: NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS

April 18, 2024, 6:00 am

SEEDWORKS PHILIPPINES INC.: NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

April 17, 2024, 8:00 am

ROBINSONS RETAIL HOLDINGS INC.: NOTICE OF THE ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS

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ERC sets inquiry into power outages

Alena Mae S. Flores & Macon Ramos-Araneta - April 19, 2024, 12:45 am

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is set to investigate the cause of the simultaneous...

Drier and hotter this coming May — PAGASA

Rio N. Araja - April 19, 2024, 12:40 am

Almost all areas across the country, including the National Capital Region (NCR), have been...

‘Balut diplomacy’ goes to Washington

Maricel Cruz - April 19, 2024, 12:35 am

Balut diplomacy was put in the spotlight on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. after...

PCG to join Balikatan for 1st time

AFP - April 19, 2024, 12:30 am

The Philippine Coast Guard said Thursday it will participate for the first time in...

Indonesia on alert for more eruptions at remote volcano

AFP - April 19, 2024, 6:15 pm

Agulandang – Indonesian authorities were on alert Friday for more eruptions from a remote...

China to help ease Mideast tensions

AFP - April 19, 2024, 6:10 pm

Beijing – China said Friday it will “continue to play a constructive role to...

ASEAN ‘deeply concerned’ by Myanmar violence

AFP - April 19, 2024, 6:05 pm

Bangkok – Regional bloc ASEAN said it is “deeply concerned” about a recent upsurge...

9 killed in overnight Russian strikes, as Kyiv downs bomber

AFP - April 19, 2024, 6:00 pm

Kyiv – Russian strikes on Ukraine in the early hours of Friday killed at...

Winning OFW families grateful to OWWA for MOFYA, cite BDO for fostering culture of saving

Manila Standard - April 19, 2024, 6:00 pm

The winners of the Model OFW Family of the Year Awards (MOFYA) – who...

Shell’s corporate social responsibility

Virgil Elis Mariano - April 18, 2024, 9:15 pm

During our class discussion on corporate social responsibility (CSR), our professor said companies have...

Recto heads G24 meeting, asks WB, IMF for more action

Manila Standard Business - April 18, 2024, 9:10 pm

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto called on the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund...

Economic team woos more US investors to PH

Darwin G. Amojelar - April 18, 2024, 9:05 pm

The government’s economic team is wooing more American investors to consider the Philippines as...

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Welcome ceremony

Revoli Cortez - April 19, 2024, 1:20 am

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Summer adventure

Manila Standard - April 19, 2024, 1:15 am

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State of calamity

Manila Standard - April 18, 2024, 11:40 pm

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Tapping the sun’s power

Manny Palmero - April 18, 2024, 10:50 pm

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New PAGCOR president

Revoli Cortez - April 18, 2024, 10:45 pm

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Lechon takes center stage at hog confab

Jay Morales - April 18, 2024, 10:40 pm

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Race around the world

AFP - April 18, 2024, 9:38 pm

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Jolly Embrace

Manila Standard Business - April 18, 2024, 9:08 pm

Toyota Motor Philippines introduces 2024 Corolla Cross with all-HEV lineup

Manila Standard - April 13, 2024, 9:55 pm

A sought after crossover gets a major revamp Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has officially launched...

Where are we really heading towards?

Andy Sevilla - April 13, 2024, 9:50 pm

The automotive industry is facing a crucial crossroad, with questions arising about the future...

Suzuki’s ‘Summer to Remember’ promo — extended

Manila Standard - April 13, 2024, 9:45 pm

Suzuki Philippines announced an exciting extension to its “Summer to Remember Promo,” offering hot...

AACI and Shell Pilipinas Corporation partner to provide safer and smoother travels for Shell Go+ members

Manila Standard - April 13, 2024, 9:40 pm

Shell Pilipinas Corporation has joined forces with AACI (Assist and Assistance Concept Inc.), a...

Born-2013 Blue Eagles win RIFA Cup final

Pop.Life Manila Standard - April 18, 2024, 10:18 pm

The Ateneo de Manila Grade School’s Midget D Born-2013 Football Varsity Team outscored the...

Olympic-bound PH bets to get monthlong Metz training camp

Sports Randy Caluag - April 18, 2024, 9:35 pm

The Philippine Olympic Committee is leaving no stone unturned in its preparations for the...

Cignal TV partners with POC to provide extensive Paris games’ coverage for PH

Sports Manila Standard - April 18, 2024, 9:30 pm

Cignal TV and the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) are joining forces for the official...

Former IRONMAN champs target age-group success

Active Manila Standard - April 18, 2024, 9:25 pm

Six former champions, among them two full IRONMAN winners, are shifting their focus to...

Seventeen drops full tracklist of upcoming album ‘17 Is Right Here’

Angelica Villanueva - April 19, 2024, 6:31 pm

Korean boy group Seventeen revealed on Thursday, April 18, the full tracklist of their...

Is the cast of ‘Pepito Manaloto’ saying goodbye?

Angelica Villanueva - April 19, 2024, 6:25 pm

Speculations surround the long-running GMA sitcom “Pepito Manaloto” that the show might be coming...

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ drops

AFP - April 19, 2024, 5:24 pm

New York, United States—Taylor Swift released her highly anticipated record "The Tortured Poets Department"...

Studio Ghibli to receive Cannes’ Palme d’Or award

Angelica Villanueva - April 18, 2024, 8:38 pm

Japanese animation powerhouse Studio Ghibli is set to receive the prestigious Honorary Palme d'Or...

Aesthetic phone design fit for concert OOTD

Manila Standard Lifestyle - April 18, 2024, 6:45 pm

Concert season is upon us, and fans know that capturing those unforgettable moments is...

Coron resort selected as venue for World Bank sustainability conference

Manila Standard Lifestyle - April 18, 2024, 6:35 pm

Coron, with its stunning natural beauty and commitment to sustainable tourism, was the chosen...

Hands, heart, and hustle

Kate Adajar - April 18, 2024, 6:35 pm

Izzie Guerrero-Puzon’s journey from grief to creative growth A polymer clay workshop in Makati in...

A weekend full of fun at Oatside Pocket Festival

Manila Standard Lifestyle - April 18, 2024, 6:30 pm

Oatside, the popular plant-based milk brand, is launching its new Pocket Pack series, offering...

Revolutionizing patient engagement: A new model for clinical trials enrollment unveiled

Manila Standard - April 19, 2024, 5:38 pm

Blockchain and AI technologies pioneer a new method for connecting patients directly with clinical...

Foundever celebrates Women’s Month with summit, outreach program

Manila Standard - April 19, 2024, 12:23 pm

Foundever, a global leader in the customer experience (CX) industry, celebrated Women’s Month with...

Sprout Solutions brings back SaaScon PH ‘24

Manila Standard - April 18, 2024, 6:22 pm

SaaScon PH '24: Leading the Charge in Business Innovation with B2B SaaS In an effort...

Aura Ruz Medical Group can help you get summer ready with its newest skincare treatments

Manila Standard - April 18, 2024, 6:19 pm

Strut the beach walk and reveal a more radiant you this summer season with...

Task force formed to go after ‘colorum’ vehicles

Joel E. Zurbano - April 18, 2024, 11:20 pm

Three government agencies have formed a task force to go after unauthorized cars and...

Las Piñas to share delicacies in food fest

Manila Standard - April 18, 2024, 11:15 pm

The Las Piñas City Tourism and Cultural Office (LPCTCO) said it will feature various...

MMDA starts penalizing light vehicles on nat’l roads

Joel E. Zurbano - April 17, 2024, 10:30 pm

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority has started penalizing electric vehicles, namely e-bikes and e-trikes,...

QBE green park opens at La Mesa Watershed

Manila Standard - April 17, 2024, 10:20 pm

The QBE Green SanQtuary Park is ready to welcome nature lovers and guests after...

Concepcion Industrial Corp. hogs spotlight at Franchise Expo

Manila Standard - Tech - April 19, 2024, 6:25 pm

Concepcion Industrial Corporation, the country’s leading provider of consumer lifestyle and building & industrial...

Dell Technologies helps organizations create modern workplace with new AI experiences

Manila Standard - Tech - April 19, 2024, 6:20 pm

DELL Technologies (NYSE: DELL) introduced a broad portfolio of commercial AI laptops and mobile...

Showcase your moments of Summer Delight with OPPO

Manila Standard - Tech - April 18, 2024, 6:28 pm

OPPO invites everyone to make their adventures this season even more memorable by joining...

PLDT Enterprise, Cebu City elevate digital transformation with Google Cloud, Workspace solutions

Manila Standard - Tech - April 18, 2024, 6:17 pm

Taking significant steps towards its vision of becoming a Smart City, the City Government of...

A taste of tradition: Discover the bold flavors of northern Thailand at Conrad Manila

Joyce Babe Pañares - April 13, 2024, 9:10 pm

Northern Thai cuisine is known for its bold flavors with a relatively milder spicy...

Sip a delightful taste of heaven with Seattle’s Best Coffee’s Tiramisu Cloud Cream Collection

Manila Standard - April 13, 2024, 9:00 pm

Seattle’s Best Coffee continues to surprise Filipinos with fun and exciting drinks that many...

Park Inn by Radisson raises culinary bar in Bacolod and Iloilo with new chef appointments

Manila Standard - April 13, 2024, 8:50 pm

Park Inn by Radisson appointed two culinary virtuosos to spearhead its gastronomic endeavors in...

Pancake House at 50: Not old, just classic goodness

Manila Standard - April 6, 2024, 7:50 pm

In the bustling era of the seventies, amid the nostalgic echoes of bell-bottoms and...

Metro Manila emerges as solid property market

Manila Standard - March 15, 2024, 6:20 pm

Metro Manila is solidifying its position as an attractive real estate market, topping a...

New 50-story landmark rising in Quezon City’s bustling center

Manila Standard - March 15, 2024, 6:10 pm

A new landmark will rise in the bustling commercial and business district of Quezon...

Anchor school

Manila Standard - March 15, 2024, 6:00 pm

Dr. Mary Joy Abaquin, founding director of Multiple Intelligence International School (MIIS), leads the...

Real estate sector sustains expansion

Manila Standard - March 8, 2024, 10:05 pm

The Philippine real estate and housing sector sustained its growth in 2023 despite a...

Gov’t enforcing stricter environment rules

DENR News - April 15, 2024, 7:30 pm

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is enforcing stricter regulations on the...

Globe cited for supporting United Nations’ objectives

Manila Standard - April 15, 2024, 7:20 pm

Globe Telecom Inc. of the Ayala Group received a boost after its commitment to...

DENR set to map public lands for development of salt industry

Manila Standard - April 15, 2024, 7:10 pm

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is set to map and identify...

Eight ways to overcome the waste pollution crisis

Manila Standard - April 15, 2024, 7:00 pm

First of 3 parts Humanity generates between 2.1 billion and 2.3 billion tons of municipal...

DA Cordillera conserves corn varieties for future generations

Manila Standard Business - April 18, 2024, 7:45 pm

The Department of Agriculture- Regional Field Office Cordillera (DA-RFO CAR) said it is actively...

Can Dogs Eat Cat Food?(Understanding the risks and benefits)

Niko Gabriel Salgado - April 13, 2024, 9:30 pm

For many pet owners, the sight of their furry companions enjoying a meal together...

Wet pet food: Merits and considerations

Mariana Burgos - April 13, 2024, 9:20 pm

Choosing the most appropriate food for our beloved pets can be a challenging task,...

Philippines trains pet dogs for search and rescue

AFP - April 12, 2024, 7:56 pm

Manila, Philippines - With her owner holding her leash, Philippine pooch Hazel sniffs through rubble...

Understanding gastrointestinal parasites in cats

Mariana Burgos - April 6, 2024, 8:40 pm

As cat owners, we cherish our feline companions and strive to provide them with...

Welcome ceremony

Revoli Cortez - April 19, 2024, 1:20 am

President Marcos troops the line with visiting New New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon...

Summer adventure

Manila Standard - April 19, 2024, 1:15 am

Children hang out at the Philippines’ largest Huetopia play park at SM City Fairview...

State of calamity

Manila Standard - April 18, 2024, 11:40 pm

Mayor Jerry Treñas, Head of Management Council (CDRRMC) approved the council’s recommendation placing the...

Tapping the sun’s power

Manny Palmero - April 18, 2024, 10:50 pm

Solar panels on the rooftop of a parking building at SM City North Edsa...

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