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1 dead, 60 families homeless in Pasig fire

One person died and another was injured when a fire broke out at a residential neighborhood in Barangay Pinagbuhatan, Pasig at dawn yesterday.

Tagaytay Highlands: Leading the way in luxury, sustainability, and modern living

Tagaytay Highlands, a name synonymous with exclusive mountain escapes south of Metro Manila, is pioneering a new era of integrated township living, where residents enjoy unparalleled ease and sophistication amidst a curated collection of world-class amenities.

LTFRB starts PUV special permit applications

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) started accepting applications yesterday for special permits for public utility vehicles (PUVs) in anticipation of a surge in commuters during the holidays.

JoyRide introduces new Airport Transfer Service at NAIA T3

In support of New NAIA Infra Corp.'s (NNIC) initiative to upgrade the Airport Transfer Service at NAIA Terminal 3, JoyRide launched its new Super Taxi Airport Edition service – a dedicated airport transfer service that is metered, designed for speed and unparalleled convenience.

1,322 OVP fund recipients have no birth records

Nearly two-thirds of people listed by Vice President Sara Duterte as recipients of her P500-million confidential funds in the Office of the Vice President (OVP) have no birth certificates, indicating that all of them are fictitious like \"Mary Grace Piattos\" of the Department of Education (DepEd).

Weak La Niña may develop in next 3 months

La Niña conditions may develop in the next three months, but are expected to be relatively weak and short-lived, according to the latest forecast from the United Nations weather agency.

PCG hits China 'misinformation'

Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesman for the West Philippine Sea Commodore Jay Tarriela on Saturday condemned recent remarks by China's Ministry of Defense, calling them \"acts of intimidation and misinformation aimed at undermining the Philippines' sovereign rights in the disputed waters.\"

Palace holds concert for film industry

It was the movie industry's turn yesterday to be honored by the Malacañang concert series that seeks to recognize the contributions of key sectors while promoting Filipino culture and talent.

Workers seek resignation of PhilHealth board members

After Congress allocated zero subsidy for 2025 to the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. ostensibly for inefficiency in fund utilization, organized labor pushed yesterday for the immediate removal of PhilHealth board members for compromising public health.

Marcos to fix DepEd budget cut – Angara

President Marcos has vowed to turn things around for the Department of Education, after both chambers of Congress cut DepEd's proposed 2025 budget by P12 billion, Education Secretary Sonny Angara said yesterday.

Cloud clusters outside PAR may turn into LPA

Cloud clusters outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) east of Visayas and Mindanao may develop into a low-pressure area (LPA) within the next 24 to 48 hours, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

House quad comm probes Duterte drug war, EJKs

The House of Representatives was kept busy in 2024, dealing both with political drama and innovations in its legislative function.

DA: 6 M bags of NFA rice may rot

At least six million bags of National Food Authority rice have been stocked too long and may rot if not disposed of soon, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA), as Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. urged Congress to pass a law allowing the NFA to sell its stocks in the market.

BREAKING TRADITION. VIC SOTTO STARS IN FIRST DRAMA PROJECT 'THE KINGDOM'

VIC SOTTO HAS DECIDED TO take the drama route for his Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) comeback with \"The Kingdom.\"

ENHYPEN marks 4th anniversary with Pinoy fans, gears up for Coachella 2025

K-pop boy band ENHYPEN was filled with gratitude when they celebrated their fourth year as a group with their fans, called ENGENES, in the Philippines.

The best of Michael Bublé

Twenty years or so ago, producer, songwriter, and arranger David Foster was riding high on the popularity of his new discovery.

Maureen Wroblewitz plays Pinay beauty queen in 'FBI: Most Wanted' episode

Model and beauty queen Maureen Wroblewitz expands her acting career with an appearance on the popular police procedural series \"FBI: Most Wanted.\"

OGIE PENS NEW SONG FOR WIFE REGINE, TAKES PRIDE IN DAUGHTER LEILA

Ogie Alcasid is among the best people I've known in the industry.

A REFRESHED RUSTAN'S KIDS BY A HOMEGROWN RUSTAN'S KID

Isabella Fernandez, granddaughter of the late Criselda Lontok, is the new designer for Rustanette and Rustan Jr.

A SEASON OF WISHES: Revel in the Spirit of Christmas with Meaningful Gifts for Everyone

Children are singing, hymns are playing, and lights are twinkling—truly it's here, the most wonderful time of the year!

MORTON'S: THE SEXIEST STEAK ON THE PLANET

Here, you can have a perfect slab of steak, paired off with a rare vintage wine, fresh seafood, plus fresh salads, rare appetizers, and decadent desserts baked on-site—in other words, an incredible beginning-to-end dining experience—in just one posh setting.

TGI FRIDAYS: 30 YEARS OF MAXIMUM FUN. FOOD & STORIES THAT SIZZLE

Thirteen years ago, on her first day at a restaurant in Glorietta 3, she dyed her hair a blazing red—not just to embody the brand's color, but also its fiery spirit.

LEVEL UP YOUR GIFT-SHOPPING EXPERIENCE AT SPATIO

Spatio is a great gift-shopping spot in Opus Mall with diverse brands and offers a unique wellness experience in the heart of QC.

FIGARO COFFEE GROUP AND PEPSI SPREAD HOLIDAY CHEER

Figaro Coffee Group and Pepsi Cola Philippines are spreading festive cheer with a Christmas raffle promo ongoing until Dec. 31.

FOR BEA ALONZO, DIAMONDS REPRESENT SOMETHING ETERNAL

Known for her grace, sophistication, and genuine character, Bea Alonzo embodies the essence of My Diamond, making her the perfect muse to represent the brand's legacy and vision for the future.

JOR-EL ESPINA OPENS ATELIER MANILA

Jor-El Espina Atelier Manila is more than just a space for shopping. It's also a creative sanctuary for unique design collaborations, sharing of stories about the craft, and continuous discovery of Filipino ingenuity.

Worsening trade deficit

The Philippine government is the single largest procuring entity in the local economy, allocating at least a trillion pesos each year of taxpayers' money to acquire goods and services for its projects and to deliver services to its citizens.

Indo-Pacific infra group launches Phl platform

The Coalition for Emerging Market Infrastructure Investment has met with Philippine government officials for the launch of its inaugural country platform aimed at catalyzing infrastructure investments in the Philippines, particularly in the energy sector.

Canada emerging as key player in Phl energy transition

Canada's support for the Philippines' energy transition and decarbonization efforts continues to gain momentum.

JICA, BSP roll out phase 2 of credit risk database

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) have launched phase two of the credit risk database to help financial institutions better assess the creditworthiness of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).