PNP ready to secure Eid’l Fitr
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has beefed up security for the Muslim religious event Eid’l Fitr or the Feast of Ramadan today.
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Person comes forward to claim $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot in Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A person with a ticket matching all six Powerball numbers in Saturday’s $1.3 billion jackpot came forward Monday to claim the prize, Oregon officials said.
Korean leads with solid 66 in ICTSI Caliraya Springs Championship opener
CAVINTI, Laguna – Given the chance to shine, Tae Soo Kim seized the moment, upstaging a field of renowned rivals with a solid six-under 66 and snatching a one-stroke lead over a late-charging Dino Villanueva at the start of the ICTSI Caliraya Springs Championship here Tuesday.
'Selos' by Shaira returning to streaming after Lenka opts not to file case
MANILA, Philippines — The viral song "Selos" by Mindanao-based singer and "Queen of Bangsamoro Pop" Shaira is returning on all streaming platforms after discussions on copyright issues were ironed out.
UN expert says more needs to be done to address human rights abuses in the Philippines
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The government of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has taken steps to to address human rights abuses in the country, including the killings of journalists and rights activists, a U.N. expert said Friday. However, more needs to be done, she said, including ensuring accountability.
WFP: Private sector must aid in solving hunger
MANILA, Philippines — The private sector should help governments address global crises, particularly hunger and malnutrition, according to the World Food Program (WFP).
Minors traveling abroad
Dear PAO, Hi! I'm an American. I have a non-marital (illegitimate) Filipino child with my Filipina partner. In a public document, I acknowledged him to be my son, and this was duly annotated in his birth certificate. By May this year, I would visit the Philippines, and I plan that upon my return to the US, in that same month, my son would travel with me. By June, my Filipina partner would follow us in the US. If my son travels with me in the US, do I need a travel clearance? If the child travels with her mother, does she need a travel clearance? Steven
Sun Life reigns as top insurance company for 13th year in a row
MANILA, Philippines — Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. continues to reign as the no. 1 life insurance company for 13 consecutive years after garnering P55.79 billion in Total Premium Income.