Star erases 21-point deficit, deals Alaska another loss in wild OT finish

The Star Hotshots completed an impressive comeback from 21 points down to beat the Alaska Aces, 102-98, in a wild overtime finish in the...
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House backs Du30 martial law but critics insist declaration without ‘credible’ basis

Amid the overwhelming support that President Rodrigo Duterte received from his allies in Congress, lawmaker-critics of the chief executive stood firm in their opposition to his May 23 declaration of martial law in Mindanao.

Globe insists on legality of SMC telco assets purchase

Globe Telecom on Wednesday insisted on the legality of its move to make a final payment for the purchase of San Miguel Corporation's (SMC) telco assets despite a pending petition filed by the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) before the courts.

WATCH | Du30 backpedals, won’t talk to Maute Group; warns arrest of exiled communist...

President Rodrigo Duterte backpedaled on his earlier statement and said on Wednesday that he would not talk to Maute rebels. He also warned exiled communist leaders that he would have them arrested if they return home.

San Miguel flexes muscle after sluggish start to dodge Blackwater’s upset axe

The San Miguel Beermen flexed their muscles and showed the lowly Blackwater Elite why they're a title contender, overcoming a slow start en route...

Ex-Oasis singer Liam Gallagher honors bomb victims at emotional Manchester gig

Gallagher ended his first solo concert on Tuesday with an acapella version of 'Live Forever'.

‘TRAIN’ ON ITS WAY | House OKs on final reading Du30 pet bill on...

President Rodrigo Duterte’s first tax measure called the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) hurdled third and final reading at the House of Representatives on Wednesday.

Islamic militants in Marawi keep up week-long fight with prisoners, looted guns

A week-long assault by Islamist rebels in a southern Philippine city is being fueled with stolen weapons and ammunition and fighters broken out of jails, the military said on Wednesday, as troops battled militants resisting ground and air attacks.

RAY OF HOPE IN DESPAIR | Micro insurance works for Yolanda survivors

A 2015 Swiss Re Mortality Protection Gap Asia Pacific study which noted the coverage Filipinos should have, but didn't, was worth $370 billion. Another challenge to the insurance industry was the poverty gap. This number had been improving, but a significant portion of the Filipino population remained impoverished, De Rosas said.

WATCH | Duterte asks Chelsea Clinton: When your father was f**king Lewinsky, what was...

President Rodrigo Duterte unleashed a tirade against Chelsea Clinton after the daughter of former US President Bill Clinton criticized the chief executive for making a rape joke in a speech before soldiers.

Maguindanao town in state of calamity as floods from nonstop rains swamp villages

The town of Mother Kabuntalan in Maguindanao has been placed under a State of Calamity after floods from nonstop rains displaced at least 3,586 families.

WATCH | Sleeping with the enemy: Maute rebels pose as Marawi evacuees

At least four members of the Maute Group posed as evacuees and mingled with displaced Marawi residents who sought shelter in Brgy. Maria Cristina, Iligan City, Lanao del Norte.

Emerging young celebs provide more than just glamour at SM Beauty Glam Session

Alexa Ilacad, Gabs Gibbs, Sarah Carlos and Bea Benedicto certainly looked the part.

ICT UPDATE | NetSuite Cloud ERP helps transform Dowi Hosiery Mills into a modern...

Specialty textile manufacturer Dowi Hosiery Mills has produced durable, comfortable socks and hosiery for the Philippine market.

Lawmakers want Cabinet security cluster to probe Ubial over clinics linked to terror suspect

Members of the minority bloc at the House of Representatives are calling for the Cabinet cluster on security to investigate Health Secretary Paulyn Ubial to determine on suspicion she may have been “complicit in the entry of terrorist groups in the Philippines” through a group of clinics she had allowed to continue operating.