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SWS: No social protection for over a third of fuel aid beneficiaries
MANILA, Philippines — More than a third of beneficiaries who received P5,000 in fuel assistance from the government were not enrolled in any government program, including the Social Security System (SSS) and…
9 Filipino athletes set for Youth Olympic Games in Dakar
MANILA, Philippines — Nine Filipino athletes aged 17 and younger will represent the country at the fourth Youth Olympic Games 2026 in Dakar, Senegal, from October 31 to November 13. Philippine Olympic Committee…
The Heat is—again—on in South Beach
Me thinks the Miami Heat are finally back in the championship conversation in The Association. And for long-suffering Heat fans like yours truly, the arrival of Giannis Antetokounmpo may finally give our kababayan Erik…
PCG: 60 of 77 victims in MV June Aster ferry fire identified
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Tuesday said 60 of the 77 people who died in the MV June Aster ferry fire off Coron, Palawan, on Sept. 9 have been identified. PCG spokesperson Commodore Noemie…
NCAA: Matthew Rubico leads Lyceum past Perpetual to end skid
MANILA, Philippines—Matthew Rubico helped Lyceum snap a four-game losing streak with a 98-89 win over Perpetual Help in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Tuesday. Rubico put on a…
Malaybalay weaves IP heritage, soil art into City Tourism Week 2026
MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon — More than a showcase of picturesque landscapes and eco-adventure spots, Malaybalay City’s local tourism narrative is delving into its cultural roots and artistic soul. The city government of…
Eala slump continues with Wuhan exit
IT may be the case of fatigue kicking in, the law of averages catching up, a slump getting in the way, or a combination of the three. Whatever the reason, Filipino tennis ace Alexandra “Alex” Eala found herself on the…
FEU seeks fifth straight win vs UST
FAR Eastern University (FEU) seeks its fifth straight win against the University of Santo Tomas (UST) in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament at the Araneta Coliseum on Wednesday. Aiming to further tighten…
Young Om gives Thailand Olympic boost
Putthaphum Nakpaen has emerged as the best U23 BMX racer in Asia after a breakthrough World Cup campaign in China, giving Thailand a significant boost in its bid to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Pat Bradley: A lovely swing to remember
The swing that God gave Pat Bradley was a thing of beauty. It was a lovely rhythmic motion that never seemed to change, whatever club she was using. I found her practising at the Florida club she called home at the…
