Rockets Rally Late to Overtake Blazers 106-99
Amen Thompson’s stellar 26-point performance lifts Houston Rockets over Portland, securing a comeback win in the Western Conference chase.
STI Education Posts 18% Net Income Growth to P1.08B
STI Holdings’ net income jumps 18% to P1.08B despite lower enrollment, driven by higher revenues and strong retention rate in tertiary programs.
Coron Braces for 43°C Heat Index ‘Danger Level’
PAGASA flags 43°C heat index in Coron, Palawan at danger level, warns of heat stroke risk and urges Filipinos to limit outdoor activity
Galunggong Stocks Surge 55% After Fishing Ban Success
Galunggong stocks surge by 55.1% after Palawan’s fishing ban, showcasing the impact of science-based conservation on fisheries recovery.
Safe Spaces Act Expands Protection Against Sexual Harassment
Safe Spaces Act empowers Filipinos against gender-based harassment in public and online, ensuring dignity and safety nationwide.
China Launches Five-Year Plan to Boost Birth Rates
China launches a bold five-year plan to combat low birth rates, offering financial support and healthcare reforms as aging population poses economic challenges.
Venus Williams Falls in First Round at Indian Wells
Venus Williams, 45, exits early at Indian Wells, falling in straight sets to a qualifier; highlight of tennis’s generational shift.
Philippine Debt Hits P18.13T Amid Global Uncertainty
Philippines’ debt hits P18.13T amid strategic borrowing; impacts each Filipino with rising interest risks and service prioritization challenges.
Philippines Faces Heat, Sporadic Showers; No Storms Ahead
PAGASA: Easterlies bring humid days, isolated PM thunderstorms; no storms in PAR, but heat index rises nationwide.
“Gabriela Demands Release of 135 Women Political Prisoners”
Gabriela demands the release of 135 women political prisoners, rallying against injustices as International Women’s Day approaches.
2,649 Teachers Promoted in Davao Region Under ECP Program
2,649 Davao Region teachers promoted under DepEd’s career program, boosting education quality and morale in public schools nationwide.
US Sinks IRIS Dena, Kills 87 Sailors in Indian Ocean
US submarine sinks Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean, killing 87 sailors and escalating a regional conflict affecting global trade routes.
Holmgren, Thunder Top Knicks for Fourth Straight Win
Oklahoma City Thunder edges Knicks 103-100 with Holmgren’s sharpshooting, claiming their fourth straight win; a pivotal game in Western Conference stakes.
Philippines Braces for P10/L Fuel Price Hikes Amid Turmoil
Price Hike alert: Brace for potential P10/liter increase as Middle East tensions disrupt oil supply, impacting fuel and power rates in the Philippines.
Philippines Braces for Warm Winds, Afternoon Thunderstorms
PAGASA: Warm easterlies bring cloudy skies, isolated PM thunderstorms nationwide; amihan stirs rough seas in N. Luzon.
DepEd Reinforces SHS Voucher Oversight Amid Fraud Allegations
DepEd tightens oversight of the SHS Voucher Program to combat fraudulent claims, ensuring support reaches 6.7 million students this school year.
Curlee Discaya Transferred to Hospital Amid Health Issues
Government contractor Pacifico Discaya hospitalized amid ongoing Senate detention; health issues spark debate over detainee welfare and oversight.
US Denies Targeting School Amid Iran Airstrike Fallout
U.S. denies targeting a school in Iran strike that killed over 160, heightening tensions amid escalating conflict and humanitarian crisis.
Bam Shines as Heat Crush Nets for Ninth Straight Loss
Miami Heat dominate Brooklyn Nets 124-98, extending Nets’ losing streak to 9 games. Adebayo shines with 23 points; Miami climbs to 33-29 record.
Senate Weighs Emergency Tax Cuts as Fuel Prices Surge
Philippines eyes emergency powers for Pres. Marcos to cut fuel taxes amid soaring prices, aiming to ease transport and commodity costs.