Four Filipinos posted contrasting results to remain in the hunt for a spot in the Round of 32 knockout stage of the WPA World 8-Ball Championship in St. Louis, Missouri on Sunday, April 5. Jeff De Luna, Sean Mark Malayan and Lee Van Corteza kept their campaigns alive with clutch victories over...
Long before economic cooperation and formal agreements, the relationship between the Philippines and Bangladesh was shaped by early recognition and shared histories of independence. In 1971, the Philippines became the first ASEAN country to recognize Bangladesh’s sovereignty—an early gesture...
State-run pension fund Social Security System (SSS) has partnered with EastWest Rural Bank (EWRB) to expand access to MySSS Card, making it easier for members—especially those in remote and underserved communities—to access banking services and receive benefits. Under the partnership, EWRB...
Four Filipinos fought back from early setbacks to keep their title bids alive in the 2026 WPA World 8-Ball Championship in St. Louis, Missouri over the weekend. Veteran campaigner Jeff De Luna, the 2006 Doha Asian Games 9-ball silver medalist, stayed in contention with a dominant 8-0 shutout of...
DAGUPAN CITY, Pangasinan – The fourth district of Pangasinan is prepared to welcome devotees for Visita Iglesia this Holy Week. Historic and picturesque churches here, Mangaldan, San Fabian, San Jacinto, and Manaoag are open for worship and reflection. The Minor Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary...
Every May, the streets of the Philippines become a platform for beauty and devotion as Filipinos celebrate Flores de Mayo. Introduced by the Spaniards in the 1800s, the festival is celebrated throughout the month as a way to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary through prayers, flower offerings, and, one...
DAGUPAN CITY – Pangasinan Rep. Gina de Venecia has urged Filipinos to pause and reflect on the true meaning of Holy Week. In a message, De Venecia highlighted the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ as the “greatest testament of love and sacrifice.” De Venecia encouraged the...
De La Salle simply knew the winning formula. Under a system crafted to perfection by longtime head coach Ramil de Jesus, the Lady Spikers have enjoyed a lofty status in UAAP women 's volleyball, evident to their current 10-0 record that earned them a Final Four berth in Season 88. And for the...
De La Salle University secured the first Final Four ticket in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Women’s Volleyball Tournament after dominating University of the Philippines, 25-15, 25-18, 25-20, on Sunday, March 29, at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion. But bigger goals await the Lady Spikers, even...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Saturday, March 28 said hot and humid conditions will persist across the country due to the easterlies. PAGASA weather specialist Loriedin de la Cruz-Galicia said the easterlies, or warm winds from the...
Don 't let yourselves be "used" again. This was Mamamayang Liberal (ML) Party-list Rep. Leila de Lima 's appeal to Supreme Court (SC) justices Friday, March 27 after lawyer Israelito Torreon filed a petition for certiorari with prayer for a temporary restraining order (TRO) against the...
State-run pension fund Social Security System (SSS) has reassured its members in the Middle East that they can continue accessing benefits and services through its digital platforms, even amid escalating regional conflicts. SSS President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Robert Joseph M. de Claro...
