Philippine News — Page 15

PBA: Converge ends five-game slump with 21-point rout of Titan Ultra, boosts playoff hopes
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sports

PBA: Converge ends five-game slump with 21-point rout of Titan Ultra, boosts playoff hopes

The FiberXers snap losing streak with dominant 103-82 win in Antipolo, injecting life into their PBA Season 50 campaign.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Marcos Eyes Upper-Middle Income Economy by 2028
3 min
business

Marcos Eyes Upper-Middle Income Economy by 2028

DEPDev projects economic milestone within presidential term as World Bank classification target remains in sight.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Philippine Transport Groups Demand P55 Diesel Rollback Amid Nationwide Strike
3 min
politics

Philippine Transport Groups Demand P55 Diesel Rollback Amid Nationwide Strike

Three-day transport strike pressures Marcos administration as drivers seek relief from soaring fuel prices.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Philippine Authorities Seize P150M in Smuggled Cigarettes in Bulacan, Arrest 19
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local

Philippine Authorities Seize P150M in Smuggled Cigarettes in Bulacan, Arrest 19

Major police operation in Baliwag City strikes at illicit tobacco trade costing the government billions in lost revenue annually.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Kenya Jails Chinese Man in Ant Smuggling Case, Highlights Global Wildlife Trafficking Threat to Philippines
3 min
world

Kenya Jails Chinese Man in Ant Smuggling Case, Highlights Global Wildlife Trafficking Threat to Philippines

Zhang Kequn sentenced to one year for attempting to smuggle 2,200 live garden ants from Nairobi, raising biosecurity concerns for Philippine agriculture and biodiversity.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Criss Cross King Crunchers Take Game 1 in Spikers' Turf Finals, Boosting Philippine Volleyball Momentum
3 min
sports

Criss Cross King Crunchers Take Game 1 in Spikers' Turf Finals, Boosting Philippine Volleyball Momentum

Jude Garcia-led squad edges Savouge Spin Doctors in four-set thriller, moving within one win of the 2026 Open Conference championship.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Japan's $10-Billion Oil Support for Southeast Asia Holds Critical Implications for Philippine Energy Security
3 min
business

Japan's $10-Billion Oil Support for Southeast Asia Holds Critical Implications for Philippine Energy Security

Tokyo's financial framework aims to stabilize regional supply chains as Middle East tensions drive prices higher, directly affecting Philippine imports and OFW remittance-dependent economies.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
House Justice Panel to Probe VP Sara Duterte's Alleged Wealth Using Bank Records
3 min
politics

House Justice Panel to Probe VP Sara Duterte's Alleged Wealth Using Bank Records

Philippine lawmakers to examine suspicious transactions linked to Vice President and husband, marking escalation in political scrutiny.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Mayon Volcano Shows Strombolian Activity on Day 100
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local

Mayon Volcano Shows Strombolian Activity on Day 100

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology reports persistent lava effusion and minor explosive events, affecting thousands in Albay province.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
World Bank's $1.4 Trillion Water Plan Holds Critical Lessons for Philippine Water Security
3 min
world

World Bank's $1.4 Trillion Water Plan Holds Critical Lessons for Philippine Water Security

Global initiative targeting one billion people highlights urgent need for Manila to address water scarcity, infrastructure gaps, and utility reforms affecting millions of Filipinos.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
PAGASA warns of flash floods, landslides from localized thunderstorms across Philippines
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weather

PAGASA warns of flash floods, landslides from localized thunderstorms across Philippines

Tropical Depression Sinlaku remains outside PAR but severe weather alerts issued for multiple regions as heat index soars

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Finnish Coach Aleksi Lahteenmaki Takes Over UP Fighting Maroons as Fabio Menta Steps Down for Health
3 min
sports

Finnish Coach Aleksi Lahteenmaki Takes Over UP Fighting Maroons as Fabio Menta Steps Down for Health

22-year-old interim coach to lead UP's final UAAP Season 88 games, marking sudden leadership change for Philippine collegiate basketball.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
10 Suspects Arrested in Surigao del Norte for Alleged 'Paihi' Fuel Pilferage
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local

10 Suspects Arrested in Surigao del Norte for Alleged 'Paihi' Fuel Pilferage

PNP, PDEA operation nets trailer tanker with 20,000 liters of suspected stolen diesel, highlighting ongoing battle against oil theft in the Philippines.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Maharlika Investment Plans Major Oil Storage Facility
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business

Maharlika Investment Plans Major Oil Storage Facility

Sovereign wealth fund in talks with government to co-finance strategic fuel reserve project, aiming to shield economy from global price shocks.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
US Senate Republicans Block Iran War Powers Measure, Raising Concerns for Filipino OFWs in Middle East
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world

US Senate Republicans Block Iran War Powers Measure, Raising Concerns for Filipino OFWs in Middle East

Failed congressional vote to limit presidential authority on Iran military action could prolong regional tensions affecting thousands of Filipino workers.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Philippine Lotto Jackpots Remain Unclaimed for Fourth Consecutive Draw in April 2026
3 min
politics

Philippine Lotto Jackpots Remain Unclaimed for Fourth Consecutive Draw in April 2026

PCSO reports no winners for major games as prize pools swell, impacting charity funding and player hopes nationwide.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Kara David's i-Listen Features Buboy Villar's Journey from Basurero to Big Star, Inspiring Filipino Resilience
3 min
entertainment

Kara David's i-Listen Features Buboy Villar's Journey from Basurero to Big Star, Inspiring Filipino Resilience

The award-winning journalist's podcast episode chronicles the actor's rise from scavenging at 4 AM to primetime fame, highlighting a classic tale of Philippine determination.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Rain or Shine Ties PBA Record with 23 Triples, Stays Perfect at 7-0 in Season 50
3 min
sports

Rain or Shine Ties PBA Record with 23 Triples, Stays Perfect at 7-0 in Season 50

Elasto Painters' historic shooting display against Terrafirma Dyip keeps them as the only undefeated team in the Commissioner's Cup, electrifying Filipino basketball fans.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Philippine Jeepney Drivers Welcome Government Service Contracting Program
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business

Philippine Jeepney Drivers Welcome Government Service Contracting Program

Land Transport Franchising Board offers P30-P40 per kilometer payments to operators, providing financial stability amid modernization push.

GMA News OnlineApr 16
Super El Niño Explained: What the Rare Weather Phenomenon Means for the Philippines
3 min
weather

Super El Niño Explained: What the Rare Weather Phenomenon Means for the Philippines

Scientists declare a 'Super' event when Pacific Ocean temperatures hit 2°C above normal, triggering extreme weather patterns that directly impact Filipino agriculture, water supply, and disaster preparedness.

GMA News OnlineApr 16