BI denies entry to alleged foreign terrorist in NAIA
MANILA, Philippines — A Belgian national has been denied entry into the country for being allegedly involved in a terrorism-related crime.
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LIST: Flights canceled on February 12
MANILA, Philippines — The Manila International Airport Authority on Monday announced that some flights to and from Masbate have been canceled due to bad weather.
Rumors of ABS-CBN’s franchise ‘renewal’ weaponized in Romualdez-SMNI feud
MANILA, Philippines — Almost immediately after Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI) was accused of committing franchise violations last year, several accounts that either repurpose viral entertainment content or appear to be hyperpartisan latched onto the false claim that ABS-CBN will return to free television by 2024, despite the network making no official announcement.
Press Release - Tolentino laments IRR modifying intention of laws
MANILA -- Senator Francis "Tol" Tolentino lamented anew over the changed intentions of laws enacted in Congress in the Implementing Rules and Regulation (IRR) issued by administrative agencies tasked to craft it.
Are height limits outdated?
Eight-time National Basketball Association All-Star and Strong Group Athletics import Dwight Howard expressed his desire to play in the Philippine Basketball Association. He even posted video measuring himself in a local grocery just to prove that he falls within the league’s 6’9” height limit for the Commissioner’s Cup/ (It’s 6’6” for the Governors’ Cup. He also added that, if the PBA were to relax its height restrictions, it would be possible to see “twin tower” alignments, with two tall imports on the floor at the same time for each team. Most leagues around the world do not have height restrictions, so this begs the questions: are height limits outdated?
Canada gives Philippines P1.1 billion aid for climate, healthcare efforts
MANILA, Philippines — Canada has announced some P1.1 billion in development assistance for the Philippines to support the latter’s efforts in climate adaptation, resilience against natural disasters and improved health care services.
On Year of the Dragon, Marcos calls on Filipinos to reflect on past victories
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. called on fellow Filipinos to reflect on their accomplishments last 2023 as he greets the entire country during the Chinese New Year.
Go: No ICC warrant for Duterte's arrest
SEN. Christopher «Bong» Go has dismissed rumors that the International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant against former president Rodrigo Duterte for alleged crimes against humanity.