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MANILA, Philippines — Former Executive Secretary and now Partido ng Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP) senatorial candidate Vic Rodriguez took a swipe at President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s senatorial slate, saying he is a “proud member” of “team suka,” which translates to “team vinegar.” “Atin pong lalabanan ang team sinusuka. Labanan natin ang mga mambubudol,” Rodriguez said in response to Marcos’ remarks that he pities the rival team of his senatorial slate because some candidates look as if they were “merely tasked to deliver vinegar and were given certificates of candidacy on a whim.” (We will fight the team we like to vomit. […]…

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MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Mandaue City is tapping into Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of its plan to address traffic congestion in its busiest streets. The city government will install AI-powered traffic lights at the intersection of U.N. Avenue and M.C. Briones St. in Mandaue City located in front of Pacific Mall. These smart traffic lights aim to improve traffic flow by adjusting in real time to the current conditions, said Hyll Retuya, head of the Traffic Enforcement Agency of Mandaue (Team). The installation of the new traffic lights will be fully implemented by end of February. At the same […]…

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Maroon 5 launched their highly anticipated Asia World Tour with a sold-out concert at the Mall of Asia Arena on January 29, 2025. The band—composed of Adam Levine (vocals), James Valentine (guitar), Jesse Carmichael (keyboards, rhythm guitar), PJ Morton (keyboards), Sam Farrar (bass, guitar), and Matt Flynn (drums)—returned to Manila for the fourth time. With 15,000 voices singing along, the night was filled with unforgettable moments. Kicking things off with “Animals,” Maroon 5 delivered a setlist packed with fan favorites, including “One More Night,” “This Love,” “Stereo Hearts,” “Harder to Breathe,” “Lucky Strike,” “Sunday Morning,” “Payphone,” “What Lovers Do,” “Makes […]…

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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed treaties and memoranda of understanding (MOU) on various areas of cooperation during the World Governments Summit. In a Facebook post on Thursday, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos — the country’s representative for the event— said the following treaties were signed: Treaty on Extradition—The two parties agreed to extradite to each other any person found in its territory and sought by the Requesting Party for the purpose of criminal prosecution, trial, or enforcement of a sentence imposed on that person for an extraditable offense Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in […]…

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CEBU CITY, Philippines – Ar-Ar Andales captured the interim Philippine Boxing Federation (PBF) flyweight title by knocking out Reymark Alicaba in the ninth round on Wednesday night, February 12, in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. The former world title challenger, ranked No. 13 in the International Boxing Federation’s (IBF) light flyweight division, overcame a first-round knockdown to clinch the interim PBF crown in a thrilling toe-to-toe battle with the taller and more powerful Alicaba. This victory marked Andales’ third consecutive win following a series of back-to-back draws during his campaign in Japan, improving his record to 17 wins, seven knockouts, two […]…

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Talisay City, Cebu – February 13, 2025 — Jollibee, the country’s most beloved fast-food chain, is gearing up to open its third store in Talisay City.  Following a successful blessing ceremony on February 13, 2025, the new Jollibee Talisay SRP—Northbound branch, strategically located at the corner of Cebu South Coastal Road and Rafael Rabaya Road in Barangay San Roque, will officially open its doors to the public on Valentine’s Day, February 14. It will offer customers a delightful way to celebrate love and togetherness over their favorite Jollibee meals. Exciting Grand Opening and Blessing Ceremony Highlights Key executives and members of […]…

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MANILA, Philippines — Bella Belen has declared that the e UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball tournament will be her swan song with the National University Lady Bulldogs. In her fourth and final year in the league, Belen seeks to make the most of the Lady Bulldogs title-retention campaign. SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 87 volleyball tournament first round “I’m so excited to play today because this is my final year with NU. Of course, we want to go back-to-back since we weren’t able to do it in Season 85,” Belen said. “This time, the team’s mindset is different because defending the crown […]…

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MANILA, Philippines — The two-thirds vote needed to convict Vice President Sara Duterte in her impeachment trial will not be attainable if all candidates under the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban) slate enter the next Senate. This is what PDP-Laban candidate Jayvee Hinlo promised supporters at the party’s proclamation rally at Club Filipino in San Juan City on Thursday. “If we enter the Senate together, they will not have the two-thirds vote, no impeachment will happen,” Hinlo said. “Even if the House of Representatives does 100 impeachment complaints, no impeachment will happen,” he added. “VP Sara, we are your allies. […]…

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MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa on Thursday said he is willing to wage war in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) to prove that he is not pro-China. Dela Rosa was reacting to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s remarks that his administration’s senatorial slate does not include candidates who are pro-China and pro-Philippine offshore gaming operators, and is tainted by the bloody drug war dubbed as Oplan Tokhang. READ: Dela Rosa slams Marcos remarks on drug war, Pogos, China “I’ll be frank with you. I am willing to kill myself in the West Philippine Sea if they say I […]…

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Jamal Murray poured in a career-best 55 points to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 132-121 victory over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA on Wednesday night. Murray’s output is the third-most in Nuggets’ history. David Thompson scored a franchise-record 73 on the final day of the 1977-78 season when he was outdueled by George Gervin for the scoring title. Nikola Jokic’s 56 points against Washington on Dec. 7 of this season ranks second. READ: NBA: Jamal Murray tallies 45 points, Nuggets trounce Mavericks Murray knocked down 20 of 36 shots, including 7 of 15 from 3-point range, […]…

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