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NBA preview: Healthy Nuggets run it back with Nikola Jokic, experience
Team preview of the Denver Nuggets ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 54-28, lost to Minnesota in first round of playoffs. Coach: David Adelman (2nd season as full-time coach, 57-28). Season opener…
NBA preview: Pistons lead division odds, sit behind 3 teams in East race
Team preview of the Detroit Pistons ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 60-22, lost to Cleveland in the second round. Coach: J.B. Bickerstaff (3rd season with Pistons, 10th season overall 359-350)…
Pension reform needs good governance
Pension reforms should protect retirement savings while allowing funds to invest in domestic economies, with sound governance and returns for members remaining the top priorities, forum speakers said.
WTA and women’s empowerment
Last October 13, Julia Wall-Clarke, the WTA Vice President for PR and Communications, emailed me about my column titled “WTA crazy, cruel for excluding Eala in finals.” She said very kindly that Eala was not eligible…
Police trace 'cannabis' sweets
Police are tracing the source of online-purchased sweets suspected of containing cannabis after three family members, including a two-year-old boy, became seriously ill.
DepEd introduces ‘My Buddy’ peer support system for safer schools
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Education (DepEd) is expanding its learner-led peer facilitation network through the My Buddy System alongside structured counseling and teacher check-ins to build safer, more…
PCD probes Rangsit canal after fish deaths
The Pollution Control Department (PCD) is investigating pollution in Rangsit canal in Pathum Thani after mass fish deaths and reports of dark, foul-smelling water.
Govt fleshes out energy transition plans
Thailand plans to accelerate its green transition by reducing energy import dependence, attracting private investment and strengthening climate resilience while creating jobs.
Lamphun break winless run as Ayutthaya slump at their home
Lamphun Warriors picked up their first win of the season when they defeated Ayutthaya United 2-0 in the Thai League 1 at Ayutthaya Stadium on Friday night.
UAAP: UP keeps UE winless, closes first round at 5-2
SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89 basketball tournament – first round MANILA, Philippines—University of the Philippines kept University of the East searching for its first win in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament…
