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The Batangas City Tanduay Rum Masters subdued the Mindoro Tamaraws, 82-73, on Wednesday to bolster their drive in the MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Sixth Season at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig. Powered by Levi Hernandez, Batangas surged ahead, 58-44, in the third quarter then quashed Mindoro’s repeated rallies to notch its ninth win against two losses in the …

Seasoned logistics executive Allan Ancheta recently completed the management buy-out of Intelligent Manpower and Logistics (INT), and was subsequently appointed as the company’s President and Chief Executive Officer.   INT is a provider of manpower and logistics solutions for e-commerce fulfillment centers, warehouses, and delivery networks. Under his leadership, Ancheta envisions the firm to “scale and evolve into being one of …

By Rose de la Cruz Mayors and government leaders from eight countries met in Siargao recently for the first international field immersion of Coastal 500, a global network of mayors and government leaders who have pledged to protect their home coasts. Coming from Indonesia, Micronesia, Palau, Brazil, Guatemala, Honduras, Mozambique and neighboring islands in the Philippines, the mayors and government leaders …

Vivere Hotel, the metro south’s pioneering 5-star establishment, marks its 23rd anniversary with a renewed commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences and exciting expansion plans.   A Legacy of Hospitality in the South   Throughout its 23 years, the hotel has consistently delivered unparalleled service and amenities, establishing itself as a preferred destination for both business and leisure travelers.   A Renewed Vision   …

Kaspersky introduces its new flagship product line ‘Kaspersky Next’ combining robust endpoint protection with the transparency and speed of EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) alongside the visibility and powerful tools of XDR (Extended Detection and Response). Customers can now choose one of three product tiers tailored to their business requirements, the complexity of their IT infrastructure, and their available resources …

We take issue with the statements of Atty. Nicole Rose Margaret Jamilla who tried to pass the blame to PAGCOR the reasons for the criminal cases filed by the Department of the Interior and Local Government against her client, Mayor Alice Guo of Bamban, Tarlac. PAGCOR’s regulations are clear cut. If our licensees are found violating the terms of their …

China’s claim that the Filipino soldiers stationed at Ayungin Shoal pointed guns at Chinese Coast Guard during a resupply mission on May 19 is extremely absurd, if not downright waggish. After several brushes with the Philippine troops on the West Philippine Sea that always ended with CCG ships blasting water cannons on the hapless Filipinos, China, obviously, is now playing …

Celebrating 140 Years of Spoliarium: Juan Luna’s Masterpiece and National Treasure LG Electronics, a global leader in technology and innovation, proudly announces its partnership with the National Museum of the Philippines, furthering its commitment to supporting cultural heritage and promoting the arts. The announcement was made during a special event held at the National Museum of Fine Arts, where Mr. …

by Boy Villasanta Sixteen months after their first wedding, Filipina actress Maja Salvador and young businessman Rambo Nunez were recently visited by a storck On May 31, 2024, Maja gave birth to a bouncing baby girl she and Rambo named her Maria. In her Instagram immediately after her delivery, Salvador posted such wonderful welcome tteat to their first born. “Our …

SM Group, through the collaboration of SM Foundation and SM Supermalls, has provided relief to communities affected by Typhoon Aghon in Laguna and Quezon provinces through its Operation Tulong Express (OPTE) initiative. The foundation distributed a total of 1,265 relief packs across several barangays.  SM City San Pablo provided relief to 500 typhoon-hit families to San Rafael, San Roque, San …