Two hits in Poland for Obiena
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino star pole-vaulter EJ Obiena is striking while the iron is hot.
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Sanchez splashes way to gold
MANILA, Philippines — If there is any doubt about Kayla Sanchez being the best female swimmer in the country today, the Fil-Canadian Olympian relay medalist dissolved it over the weekend.
Imee not running for Manila mayor
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Imee Marcos confirmed yesterday that she is seeking reelection in the May 2025 midterm elections, dousing rumors that she is running for Manila mayor.
Tambalque, Gotiong show way
BACOLOD, Philippines — Patrick Tambalque surged ahead in the fiercely competitive boys’ 16-18 category with a decisive last-hole birdie on the ninth, securing a one-stroke lead over John Rey Oro and Simon Wahing with a 75 at the start of the ICTSI JPGT Bacolod Visayas Series in Binitin, Murcia here yesterday.
Philippines condemns China's 'illegal use of force' in sea clash
MANILA: The Philippines on Monday denounced Beijing's "aggressive and illegal use of force" during last week's South China Sea clash between its navy and the Chinese coast guard.Chinese sailors wielding knives, sticks and an axe foiled a Filipino attempt a week ago to resupply marines stationed on a derelict warship that was deliberately grounded atop the disputed shoal to assert Manila's territorial claims.A Filipino soldier lost a finger in the clash, with Manila also accusing the Chinese coast guard of looting guns and damaging inflatable boats and other equipment. "We are not downplaying the incident. It was an aggressive and illegal use of force," Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro told a news conference.
Markets mixed after weak Wall St lead, eyes on yen
HONG KONG, China — Asian and European markets were mixed Monday after last week's poor run as investors look ahead to the release of key US inflation data, while eyes are on Japan as the yen sits around three-decade lows.
Gilas edges Taiwan Mustangs in exhibition
MANILA, Philippines -- Gilas Pilipinas is leaving the Philippines in high spirits after drubbing the Taiwan Mustangs, 74-64, in a send-off friendly match Monday night at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.
Aquino admin officials, personalities laud De Lima's case dismissal
MANILA, Philippines — Opposition figures and former government officials during the administration of late President Benigno Aquino III were delighted by the dismissal of the third and last drug charge faced by former Sen. Leila de Lima.