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Ja Morant recorded 26 points, seven rebounds and six assists to help the Memphis Grizzlies post a 119-112 victory over the host Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night. Phoenix’s Kevin Durant scored 34 points on 12-of-18 shooting and became the eighth player in NBA history to reach 30,000 career points. His total sits at 30,008. The loss was the fifth in six games for the Suns, while Memphis won for the 11th time in 13 games. READ: NBA: Kevin Durant becomes 8th player to score 30,000 points Ja on being a KD fan: "He's one of the greats… so I honored […]…

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MANILA, Philippines — A proposed bill designed to boost digital connectivity in the Philippines is raising alarms among geopolitical experts and consumer groups, who warn that its oversight loopholes could invite foreign espionage, cyberattacks, and widespread scam syndicates. Certified as urgent by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Senate Bill 2699, or the Konektadong Pinoy Act, aims to modernize data transmission infrastructure. However, experts warned that by weakening regulatory oversight, the bill could expose the nation’s telecommunications networks to serious security threats. In an issued statement, Professor Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit, president of the international think tank Stratbase Institute, cautioned that the […]…

Keep on reading: ‘Konektadong Pinoy’: Groups warn of security loopholes in bill

The website of Kanye West’s Yeezy fashion brand was offline Tuesday, Feb. 11, after it began selling plain white T-shirts with a swastika. The site displayed the message “Something went wrong” and “This store is unavailable.” West, who now calls himself Ye, appeared in a commercial for the site that aired in Southern California during the Super Bowl. In the low-budget ad, the rapper was sitting in what appeared to be a dentist’s chair, flashing a set of diamond-encrusted dentures, and saying he had spent all the money for the commercial on the new teeth. He told viewers he had […]…

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MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation’s (NBI) filing of criminal cases against Vice President Sara Duterte will not affect the impeachment proceedings to be done by the Senate. This was according to Senate President Chiz Escudero who explained on Wednesday that the two proceedings may even be conducted simultaneously. “This will not affect the impending impeachment proceedings. This has no bearing to that. In fact, that can be done simultaneously — it can go on first or follow. It has not bearing to the impeachment proceedings to be conducted by the Senate,” Escudero told reporters speaking partly in […]…

Keep on reading: Chiz Escudero on NBI’s filing of criminal charges vs Sara Duterte

Phoenix forward Kevin Durant made two free throws with 1:11 left in the third quarter of the Suns’ Tuesday home game against the Memphis Grizzlies to become the eighth player in NBA history to reach 30,000 career points. Durant needed 26 points prior to the contest to join the exclusive group. He got to 30,000 in 1,101 games, tying Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for third fastest. Wilt Chamberlain (941) and Michael Jordan (960) got there faster. Durant had just two points in the first quarter Tuesday but erupted for 17 on 7-of-8 shooting in the second quarter to get into position. READ: […]…

Keep on reading: NBA: Suns’ Kevin Durant becomes 8th player to score 30,000 career points

Disc jockey Jellie Aw accused her fiancé Jam Ignacio of allegedly beating her as she shared photos of her swollen and bruised face on social media. Jellie made the accusation against Ignacio, the ex-boyfriend of actress-TV host Karla Estrada, through her Facebook page on Wednesday, Feb. 12. “HAPPY VALENTINE’S? T***a mo, Jam Ignacio. Mapapatay mo ko wala akong ginawang masama para ganituhin mo ko. Halos mamatay ako sa ginawa mo! Papakulong kita (You could have killed me when I have not done anything wrong. You almost killed me! I will have you jailed)!” Jellie said in the caption. On her […]…

Keep on reading: Jam Ignacio, Karla Estrada’s ex, accused of mauling fiancée Jellie Aw

  CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has approved an alternative Filipino version of the ‘Hail Mary’ prayer. The new version of the ‘Ave Maria’ was endorsed during the CBCP’s recent plenary assembly as an alternative to the traditional Tagalog-based ‘Aba Ginoong Maria.’ CBCP Secretary General Msgr. Bernardo Pantin clarified that the newly approved prayer does not replace the existing version but serves as a “more biblically and theologically faithful” rendition. “[It’s] more contextualized, simple, and adaptable to the changing times, as well as enhances our understanding and appreciation of the significance and richness […]…

Keep on reading: ‘Hail Mary’ prayer: CBCP introduces ‘alternative’ Filipino version

With February’s red-letter day less than 48 hours away, lucky Cebuanos still have enough time to secure the goods that are sure to melt the heart of their object of affection. They only need to make a beeline for The Mall | NUSTAR, where they can check out the selection of luxury stores that redefine elegance and sophistication. Flowers and chocolates will always be appreciated, but if they really want to make an impression, they could splurge on a branded belt, bangle, bag, or billfold available at The Mall | NUSTAR. Shoppers are spoiled for choice with store after luxury […]…

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LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers signed veteran free-agent center Alex Len on Tuesday to bolster their frontcourt depth after their failed attempt to acquire Charlotte center Mark Williams. To make room on the roster for the 31-year-old Ukrainian in his 12th NBA season, Los Angeles waived injured center Christian Wood. Len was traded from Sacramento to Washington last week as part of the multi-team deal sending Marcus Smart to the Wizards. Washington subsequently waived Len, who played for the Wizards during the 2020-21 season before joining the Kings as a free agent. READ: NBA: Luka Doncic quickly connects […]…

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TACLOBAN CITY — The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) in Eastern Visayas has disbursed a record P5.6 billion in claims in 2024, reflecting a 51-percent increase from P3.7 billion in 2023. According to Asisclo Militante Jr., head of PhilHealth’s field operations division, the rise is attributed to the agency’s expanded coverage, particularly benefiting low-income families, and improved awareness of healthcare benefits among members. “We had more claims last year as we expanded our coverage, especially for poor families. We are focused on maintaining critical services to ensure that those who need them most continue to receive proper medical care despite […]…

Keep on reading: Philhealth in Eastern Visayas paid P5.6B in claims in 2024