Who’s who: Winners of 1st Puregold Cinepanalo
The inaugural advocacy-driven film festival Puregold CinePanalo officially concluded this month. READ: Lights, Camera, Panalo: Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival introduces finalist directors | CinePanalo: The latest film festival has highest local grant The winners in the full-length and short film categories were also named during the awards night held last March 16 at the Gateway CinePlex. This include […] The post Who’s who: Winners of 1st Puregold Cinepanalo appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Philippines sees increase in hotel bookings from overseas in 2023 — report
Hotel bookings from overseas rose in the Philippines in 2023, a report on hotel booking trends by hotel channel manager SiteMinder found.
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German unemployment rose less than expected in March
BERLIN --- The number of people out of work in Germany rose less than expected in March, Federal Labor Office figures showed on Thursday. The office said the number of unemployed grew by 4,000 in seasonally adjusted terms to 2.719 million. Analysts polled by Reuters had expected that figure to rise by 10,000. The seasonally adjusted jobless rate remained stable at 5.9 percent. READ: Half of German firms face labor shortages despite economic stagnation "Unemployment and underemployment did fall in March, but less than usual this month. The economic downturn is therefore still having an impact on the labor market," labour office head Andrea Nahles said....Keep on reading: German unemployment rose less than expected in March
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India sizzles in global equity capital markets
SYDNEY --- India's bulging pipeline of large block trades and listings such as the $3 billion IPO of Hyundai Motor's unit will draw more funds to a market whose share of global equity capital market deals hit a quarterly record this year, bankers said. A paucity of deals elsewhere in Asia will add to the impetus for capital flows into India, they added. Higher global interest rates, geopolitical tensions, as well as China's economic slowdown and its move to restrict initial public offerings (IPOs) to support its secondary markets, have led to a slump in equity dealmaking across Asia. India, on the other hand, has emerged as the second busiest market in the world for equity c...Keep on reading: India sizzles in global equity capital markets
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Freighter pilot called for tugboat help before plowing into Baltimore bridge
BALTIMORE --- The pilot of the cargo freighter that knocked down a highway bridge into Baltimore Harbor had radioed for tugboat help and reported a power loss minutes earlier, federal safety officials said on Wednesday, citing audio from the ship's "black box" data recorder. The head of the National Transportation Safety Board also said that Francis Scott Key Bridge, a traffic artery over the harbor built in 1976, lacked structural engineering redundancies common to newer spans, making it more vulnerable to a catastrophic collapse. New insights into the fatal disaster emerged a day after the massive Singapore-flagged container ship Dali sailing out of Baltimore Harbor bound for...Keep on reading: Freighter pilot called for tugboat help before plowing into Baltimore bridge
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Danica Sotto reacts to alleged affair between husband Marc Pingris, Kim Rodriguez
Actress Danica Sotto responded to cheating allegations involving her husband Marc Pingris and actress Kim Rodriguez.
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2 activists ‘traumatized’ after abduction, says group
DAGUPAN CITY --- The two environmental activists, who were reportedly abducted on March 24, were confirmed to have surfaced, but the police said their families refused requests for talks with the victims as the two men were"still exhausted and under the stage of trauma." Francisco "Eco" Dangla III of Lingayen and Joelle "Jak" Tiong sought refuge at the Lingayen-Dagupan archdiocese on Wednesday, but it was not clear if the two were released by their captors or were able to escape from their abductors. "We do not know [what happened] because they don't want to cooperate. In spite of that, the [police] will still continue our investigation to ferret out the truth about the reporte...Keep on reading: 2 activists ‘traumatized’ after abduction, says group
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Marcos: Philippines won’t be ‘cowed into silence, submission’ by China
“We seek no conflict with any nation, more so nations that purport and claim to be our friends but we will not be cowed into silence, submission, or subservience. Filipinos do not yield,” Marcos said. 
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China lifts tariffs on Australian wine as bilateral ties recover
BEIJING --- China will lift anti-dumping and anti-subsidy tariffs on Australian wine from March 29, the Chinese commerce ministry said on Thursday, ending three years of punitive levies and offering long-awaited relief to Australian wine producers. The tariffs, of up to 218.4 percent, were first imposed in March 2021 for a period of five years along with a host of other trade barriers on Australian commodities when ties soured after Canberra called for a probe into the origins of COVID-19. Ties have improved significantly since last year, leading China to steadily lifting trade hurdles on Australian goods, including barley and coal. "Given the situation in China's wine marke...Keep on reading: China lifts tariffs on Australian wine as bilateral ties recover
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PNP logs 63 drowning, near-drowning incidents in March
MANILA, Philippines --- The Philippine National Police (PNP) said 63 cases of drowning and near-drowning in beaches and rivers nationwide have so far ben reported and recorded this month. Data sent by the PNP to INQUIRER.net on Thursday showed that the cases was recorded from March 1 to 25, but dod not indicate the number of fatalities and survivors. The PNP added that 221 cases were reported since January this year - 82 in January and 76 in February. Western Visayas had the the most number of individuals involved in drowning or near-drowning incidents with 29, followed by Calabarzon (Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, Quezon) with 28, and Central Luzon at 23...Keep on reading: PNP logs 63 drowning, near-drowning incidents in March
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Carpio: Duterte gave up PH right over Ayungin in an agreement w/ China
MANILA, Philippines - Former President Rodrigo Duterte surrendered the Philippines' sovereign rights over Ayungin Shoal in what was disguised as a "gentlemen's agreement" with China. This statement comes from Former Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio. The "gentlemen's agreement" governs Manila's maintenance and repair of the BRP Sierra Madre, a Philippine Navy vessel grounded in the disputed area. READ: Ex-President Duterte, China had deal to keep WPS status quo -- Roque According to Duterte's "status quo" agreement, the Philippine vessel may only deliver water and food to Sierra Madre, but not construction materials for its repairs. Carpio said the agreement favorin...Keep on reading: Carpio: Duterte gave up PH right over Ayungin in an agreement w/ China
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Bird flu: What is it, how does it spread and how can we protect ourselves from it?
There has been an outbreak of H5N1 bird flu in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso’s capital. The viral disease, also called avian influenza, killed 441 chickens out of a flock of 641 on a farm. There have been several outbreaks bird flu across Africa over the past 18 years. Nigeria was the first African country to report […] The post Bird flu: What is it, how does it spread and how can we protect ourselves from it? appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Freighter pilot called for tugboat help before plowing into Baltimore bridge
    BALTIMORE - The pilot of the cargo freighter that knocked down a highway bridge into Baltimore Harbor had radioed for tugboat help and reported a power loss minutes earlier, federal safety officials said on Wednesday, citing audio from the ship's "black box" data recorder. The head of the National Transportation Safety Board also said that Francis Scott Key Bridge, a traffic artery over the harbor built in 1976, lacked structural engineering redundancies common to newer spans, making it more vulnerable to a catastrophic collapse. New insights into the fatal disaster emerged a day after the massive Singapore-flagged container ship Dali sailing out of Baltimor...Keep on reading: Freighter pilot called for tugboat help before plowing into Baltimore bridge
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Julia Barretto, Carlo Aquino begin filming for new movie in Japan
Julia Barretto and Carlo Aquino flew to Japan and have begun shooting their upcoming film "Hold Me Close," which is their reunion movie with director Jason Paul Laxamana. A camera shot and a poster showing Barretto and Aquino were shared by Viva Films through its Instagram page on Wednesday, March 27. "'Hold Me Close' now filming in Japan with Jairus Aquino and Migo Valid," it said in the caption, referring to the other actors who are apparently part of the project as well.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by VIVA Films (@viva_films) The pair then treated fans to a sneak pe...Keep on reading: Julia Barretto, Carlo Aquino begin filming for new movie in Japan
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U.S. defense chief reaffirms support for Philippines, chides ‘dangerous’ Chinese conduct
MANILA — U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to a mutual defense treaty with the Philippines and criticized as “dangerous” China’s use of water cannon and disruption of a Philippine resupply mission last week. In a phone call on Wednesday with his Philippine counterpart Gilberto Teodoro, Austin “reaffirmed the ironclad U.S. commitment to the Philippines” following […] The post U.S. defense chief reaffirms support for Philippines, chides ‘dangerous’ Chinese conduct appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Elizabeth Oropesa says Fernando Poe Jr. was the best kisser onscreen
Now it can be told, said Elizabeth Oropesa, that among her many leading men, the late Fernando Poe Jr. (FPJ) was the best kisser onscreen, describing their lip-locking moments as passionate and comparable to eating Belgian chocolate. At the continuation of her interview with Boy Abunda, Oropesa was cautious enough to reveal her preference for the late Action King when she was asked who among her onscreen partners would she consider to be the best kisser. "Maniwala ka sa hindi, si Kuya Ronnie (FPJ). Best kisser, lips my God so soft, kasi disente siya humalik, very tender, very loving. Basta napakasarap! Kung siya ay tsokolate, Belgian. It melts in your mouth!" declared the actre...Keep on reading: Elizabeth Oropesa says Fernando Poe Jr. was the best kisser onscreen
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Sharp Aquos sense8 Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines
Here’s The Complete List of Specifications, Features, & Price of the Sharp Aquos sense8 The Sharp Aquos sense8 was officially announced on January 17, 2024. The 5G-ready smartphone is fueled with a non-removable 5000 mAh battery + 18W wired charging. It is available in colors like Black, Green, and Cooper. Body & Display: The dimension ... Read more The post Sharp Aquos sense8 Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines appeared first on PhilNews.
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Ati families face forced eviction from disputed Boracay land
ILOILO CITY, Iloilo, Philippines --- Ati tribe members in Boracay were shocked early Palm Sunday morning when guards stormed their area and started to place barricades made out of galvanized iron sheets, citing recent decisions by the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR). Maria Tamboon, one of the leaders of the Boracay Ati Tribal Organization (Bato), whose family has been living on the land for more than 48 years, told the Inquirer that at around 6 a.m. on March 24, armed guards put up iron sheets around their land. When asked about the basis for the barricade, the guards showed them a copy of a March 5, 2024 decision by the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR), upholding the ca...Keep on reading: Ati families face forced eviction from disputed Boracay land
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NBA: Kevin Durant scores 30 to lead Suns to another win vs Nuggets
DENVER --- Kevin Durant had 30 points, 13 rebounds and five blocks and the Phoenix Suns won in Denver for the second time this month, beating the defending champion Nuggets 104-97 on Wednesday night. "I'm glad we didn't let that San Antonio game bleed over to the next game," Durant said in reference to the Suns' road loss Monday night to a Spurs team without rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama. The Suns, with the toughest remaining schedule in the NBA, moved a half-game ahead of Sacramento for the seventh spot in the Western Conference as they try to move up to sixth to avoid a play-in game. Dallas is No. 6, a half-game ahead of Phoenix. READ: Sochan nails winner as Wembanyam...Keep on reading: NBA: Kevin Durant scores 30 to lead Suns to another win vs Nuggets
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Beyoncé shares ‘Cowboy Carter’ track list ahead of album release
Buckle up, cowpoke: On Wednesday, March 27, Beyonc shared the track list for her forthcoming album, "Act II: Cowboy Carter." "Cowboy Carter" arrives Friday, but fans got a sneak peek on the superstar's Instagram account, when she shared an image that appears to include the titles of her songs: from the previously released "Texas Hold 'Em" and "16 Carriages," now including "American Requiem," "Blackbird," "Protector," "My Rose," "Bodyguard," "Daughter," "Spaghetti," "Alligator Tears," "Smoke Hour ll," "Just for Fun," "ll Most Wanted," "Levi's Jeans," "Flamenco," "Ya Ya," "Oh Louisiana," "Desert Eagle," "Riverdance," "ll Hands ll Heaven," "Tyrant," "Sweet Honey Buckin" and "Amen." ...Keep on reading: Beyoncé shares ‘Cowboy Carter’ track list ahead of album release
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BBM on Chinese Coast Guard’s water cannon attack: ‘Filipinos do not yield’
MANILA, Philippines --- "Filipinos do not yield," pronounced President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Maundy Thursday, as he vowed a proportionate counter measure against the Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) and the Chinese Maritime Militia. A recent water cannon attack from the CCG in the West Philippine Sea left three Filipino sailors injured. READ: No letup in Chinese water cannon attacks "Over the succeeding weeks there shall be, implemented by the relevant national government agencies and instrumentalities, a response and counter measure package that is proportionate, deliberate, and reasonable in the face of the open, unabating and illegal, coercive, aggressive, and dangerous attack...Keep on reading: BBM on Chinese Coast Guard’s water cannon attack: ‘Filipinos do not yield’
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Cardinal Advincula underscores value of prayer in priestly life
MANILA, Philippines --- Manila Archbishop Jose Advincula reminded priests on Maundy Thursday to keep prayer central to their lives. Cardinal Advincula said prayer is a part of priests' lives and will be detrimental to their vocation without it. "As we prepare to renew our priestly commitment for this year of prayer as designated by Pope Francis in preparation for the 2025 Jubilee Year, pilgrims of hope, let us take this opportunity to remember the value of prayer in our priestly lives," Cardinal Advincula said in his homily. He said that God should be intimate with priests and that prayer is how to do this. "God wants to be near us, near our hearts, in our hearts and mind...Keep on reading: Cardinal Advincula underscores value of prayer in priestly life
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European regulators close in on Big Tobacco’s new tea sticks
LONDON --- European governments are weighing the introduction of tougher rules on cigarette makers' new zero-tobacco heat sticks, moving to close the loopholes they were designed to exploit just months after their launch. Big tobacco companies including Philip Morris International and British American Tobacco announced the launch of the sticks, made from nicotine-infused substances like rooibos tea, late last year as a way to counter an incoming European Union ban on flavored heated tobacco products. The European Commission said it was currently evaluating EU tobacco laws and any changes would be subject to the findings of that effort, public consultation and an impact assessme...Keep on reading: European regulators close in on Big Tobacco’s new tea sticks
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‘World tour next?’: Pia Wurtzbach’s iconic wax figure now in Singapore
Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach’s twin, her very own wax figure, just arrived in Singapore over the weekend. From Hong Kong, Pia’s wax figure, she fondly calls “P2,” can now be viewed in Madame Tussauds Singapore, Sentosa, for a limited time. It can be viewed in the wax museum until September 1 this year. She […] The post ‘World tour next?’: Pia Wurtzbach’s iconic wax figure now in Singapore appeared first on Interaksyon.
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History of Japan’s intervention in currency markets
TOKYO --- Japanese authorities held an emergency meeting this week to discuss the weak yen and suggested they were ready to intervene in the market to stop what they described as disorderly and speculative moves in the currency. The yen rallied on the news, coming off 34-year low of 151.97 per U.S. dollar after top currency diplomat Masato Kanda said he "won't rule out any steps to respond to disorderly FX moves". READ: Japan's finance minister issues strongest warning on yen weakness Japan last intervened in October 2022 as the yen plumbed lows near 152 per dollar. It was then estimated to have spent as much as 9.2 trillion yen ($60.78 billion) defending the currency. RE...Keep on reading: History of Japan’s intervention in currency markets
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Top Pilgrimage Sites in the Philippines to Visit this Holy Week
Here are the Top Pilgrimage Sites in the Philippines PILGRIMAGE TOURISM – Here are some of the top pilgrimage sites in the Philippines that you should consider visiting this Holy Week. Holy Week, known as “Semana Santa” in Spanish, is a significant religious observance in the Christian calendar, particularly for Catholics and some Protestant denominations. ... Read more The post Top Pilgrimage Sites in the Philippines to Visit this Holy Week appeared first on PhilNews.
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Markets in Q1: The wild ride toward rate cuts
LONDON --- Global bond and equity markets are ending the first quarter on a high note, with investors poised for more wild swings ahead after months of the mood lurching between optimism and pessimism about prospective rate cuts from major central banks. MSCI's global share index, which smashed through record highs in March, is up 10 percent since mid January after traders dropped earlier bets for as many as seven U.S. rate cuts in 2024 but then chose to celebrate the idea of cuts starting in June. Switzerland last week kicked off an easing cycle among big, developed economies. And while traders almost fully expect the Federal Reserve to lower U.S. borrowing costs from 23-year ...Keep on reading: Markets in Q1: The wild ride toward rate cuts
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Jannik Sinner advances to 3rd Miami Open semifinal in 4 years
MIAMI GARDENS, Florida --- Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner won his 20th match of 2024 to reach the Miami Open semifinals for the third time in the past four years with a 6-4, 6-2 victory over Tomas Machac on Wednesday. Sinner, seeded second, will take on No. 3 seed Daniil Medvedev in a rematch of last year's Miami Open final. Medvedev won that, but has lost four straight matchups since. Medvedev advanced to the latest meeting with a 6-2, 7-6 (7) win over No. 22 seed Nicolas Jarry in a late match. READ: Jannik Sinner relishing chance to 'dance in pressure storm' Sinner reached his fourth final four of the season and moved to 20-1 overall. He reached the finals of th...Keep on reading: Jannik Sinner advances to 3rd Miami Open semifinal in 4 years
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Global M&A picked up in Q1 after flurry of large deals
NEW YORK --- Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) bounced back in the first quarter after a downbeat 2023, thanks to the return of mega deals, cheering investment bankers and lawyers waiting for a pick-up. Total M&A volumes globally climbed 30 percent to about $755.1 billion, according to the most recent data from Dealogic. The number of transactions worth more than $10 billion jumped to 14, compared with five during the same period last year. Investment bankers said boardroom confidence for dealmaking has improved on the back of strong earnings, potential interest rate cuts this year and an ebullient market. "When you see larger deals happening, it's a much more direct si...Keep on reading: Global M&A picked up in Q1 after flurry of large deals
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BoE’s Haskel says rate cuts should be ‘a long way off’
Bank of England (BoE) interest-rate setter Jonathan Haskel said that rate cuts should be "a long way off," the Financial Times reported on Thursday, a week after the policymaker ditched earlier calls for higher rates and voted to hold rates. "Although the fall in headline inflation is very good news, it is not informative about what we really care about: what we really care about is the persistent and the underlying inflation" Haskel told the FT. "I think cuts are a long way off." READ: J.P.Morgan now expects BoE to start cutting interest rates in Aug Governor Andrew Bailey said last week that Britain's economy was moving towards the point where the Bank of England can st...Keep on reading: BoE’s Haskel says rate cuts should be ‘a long way off’
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2 nabbed for possession of shabu, explosives, guns in Zamboanga City
The police arrested two men after authorities discovered explosives, firearms and shabu from their hideout in Barangay Quiniput, Zamboanga City on Wednesday afternoon.
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Unihertz 8849 Tank Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines
Here’s The Complete List of Specifications, Features, & Price of the Unihertz 8849 Tank The Unihertz 8849 Tank was officially announced in the fourth quarter of 2022. The smartphone is fueled with a non-removable Li-Ion 22000 mAh battery + 66W wired charging. Body & Display: The dimension of the device is 175.60 x 85.30 x ... Read more The post Unihertz 8849 Tank Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines appeared first on PhilNews.
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An annual pilgrimage during Holy Week brings thousands of believers to Santuario de Chimayó in New Mexico, where they pray for healing and protection
For decades, the people of northern New Mexico have marked the Christian observance of Good Friday with a walking pilgrimage to the Santuario de Chimayó in the village of Chimayó, New Mexico. Referring to themselves as Hispanos, or Nuevomexicanos, they have lived in the region for generations, tracing their descent from Spanish colonists who arrived […] The post An annual pilgrimage during Holy Week brings thousands of believers to Santuario de Chimayó in New Mexico, where they pray for healing and protection appeared first on Interaksyon.
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NBA: Draymond Green ejected less than 4 minutes into game
Golden State's Draymond Green was ejected less than four minutes into the Warriors' game against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night, the forward's fourth ejection of the season. It was Green's first ejection since his 16-game suspension by the NBA for his history of misconduct and after he struck Phoenix center Jusuf Nurkic in the face during a Dec. 12 game. "It's unfortunate. He deserved it," Warriors coach Steve Kerr said after Golden State beat the Magic 101-93. "And he'll bounce back." READ: NBA: Warriors overcome Draymond Green's early ejection to edge Magic With 8:24 remaining in the first quarter Wednesday, Green argued with referee Ron Acosta after a foul was ca...Keep on reading: NBA: Draymond Green ejected less than 4 minutes into game
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Marcos tells Filipinos to 'serve others' during Holy Week
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s message to Filipinos during Holy Week encourages tham to "serve others."
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Gilas Women reach Fiba 3×3 Asia Cup main draw after sweep
MANILA, Philippines --- Camille Clarin led the collective effort of the Gilas Pilipinas Women to barge into the main draw of the Fiba 3x3 Asia Cup after beating Kazakhstan, 21-12, and completing a three-game sweep of the qualifying draw Group B on Maundy Thursday in Singapore. Clarin put on the finishing touches including the game-winning two-pointer with 10.6 seconds left to enter the main draw in Pool C with Mongolia and Malaysia. The National University star helped Gilas pull away midway through the game as she scored five points including four free throws for a 16-7 spread as the Kazakhs committed eight fouls. READ: Gilas standout Camille Clarin: Let's keep momentum goin...Keep on reading: Gilas Women reach Fiba 3×3 Asia Cup main draw after sweep
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Environmental defenders found after reported abduction in Pangasinan
Reports said that Dangla and Tiong were “severely mauled and dragged” into a waiting vehicle on Sunday evening in Barangay Polo, San Carlos City.
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Kai Sotto limited as Yokohama loses to Nagoya in B.League
MANILA, Philippines --- After scoring in double figures for eight straight games, Kai Sotto was limited to just seven points in Yokohama B-Corsairs' 80-64 loss to Fighting Eagles Nagoya in the 2023-24 B.League season on Wednesday at Nagoya Biwajima Sports Center. The 7-foot-3 Filipino center committed four fouls in 16 minutes of action, shooting 3-of-7 from the field and tallying three blocks and two rebounds. Sotto was dominant in the past eight games before he was limited by the Fighting Eagles as the B-Corsairs slid to a 21-25 record. READ: Kai Sotto helps Yokohama keep wildcard hopes alive in B.League Aaron Henry led Nagoya with 19 points, while Luke Evans dropped 11 ...Keep on reading: Kai Sotto limited as Yokohama loses to Nagoya in B.League
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NBA: Timberwolves trip Pistons to hit 50-win mark anew
MINNEAPOLIS--- Naz Reid had 21 points and 10 rebounds and Jaden McDaniels added 20 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves overcome a sluggish start Wednesday night to beat the NBA-worst Detroit Pistons 106-91. Rudy Gobert had 11 points and 14 rebounds and Kyle Anderson scored 14 points off the bench to help offset a quiet nine points by All-Star Anthony Edwards for the Wolves (50-22), who moved into a second-place tie with Oklahoma City in the Western Conference after the Thunder lost in overtime to Houston. Denver has a half-game lead over Minnesota and Oklahoma City after the Nuggets lost to Phoenix. READ: NBA: Timberwolves hit 23 triples, overcome Warriors https...Keep on reading: NBA: Timberwolves trip Pistons to hit 50-win mark anew
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Pokwang belies claims she regrets GMA transfer
Pokwang asserted there is no truth to claims she regrets having transferred from ABS-CBN to GMA Network, even as she slammed those spreading what she said are made-up stories. The actress-TV host was responding to a tweet by X user @06Skyscraper that read: "Laos na si Pokwang simula lumipat sa Kamuning. Parang nagsisi nga daw na lumipat. [Akala kasi] nila hindi makakabangon ang ABS-CBN." (Pokwang has become a has-been since she moved to Kamuning. I heard she regrets transferring networks. [She] must have thought that ABS-CBN would not recover.) The netizen apparently used "Kamuning," where GMA is located, to refer to the Kapuso network. Pokwang then replied, "Jusko, saan ...Keep on reading: Pokwang belies claims she regrets GMA transfer
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Single-use plastics ban now in effect in Apo Reef
MANILA, Philippines---Planning a getaway to Apo Reef Natural Park (ARNP) soon? Be prepared to pack a little differently this time around. The ARNP, located off the coast of Occidental Mindoro in the Sulu Sea, is the largest coral reef system in the Philippines and the second largest in the world. Spanning a total of 27,469 hectares within the Sulu Sea, including an 11,677-hectare protective buffer zone, the ARNP is home to an impressive and diverse array of colorful birds, mammals, reptiles, marine vertebrates, and invertebrates. In a significant step toward environmental conservation, ARNP's Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) has introduced an ordinance prohibiting sing...Keep on reading: Single-use plastics ban now in effect in Apo Reef
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Painter creates realistic artworks despite being colorblind
Despite being in-born colorblind, a 26-year-old artist from Quezon City left social media users in awe with his realistic drawings of prominent historical figures, animals, and more. Charlie Sulayao utilizes his incredible talent and burning passion for art to give his work some life through a striking palette of colors, notwithstanding his lack of perception of pigments. Among his recent works was a portrait of his beloved dog, Sydney, painted in a reimagined version of the world-famous masterpiece "Mona Lisa" by Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci Painter shifts from monochrome to multicolored Sulayao revealed to the Inquirer that he inherited colorblindness from his father's sid...Keep on reading: Painter creates realistic artworks despite being colorblind
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7 'nanlaban' drug suspects dead after Baste Duterte declares drug war
Less than a week after Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte declared a "war on drugs" in the city, at least seven drug suspects were killed during a buy-bust operation in the city — violence that highlights the seriousness of the mayor's recent threat of outright killing persons caught using illegal drugs.
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Foreign firms’ losses from exiting Russia top $107B
The corporate exodus from Russia since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine has cost foreign companies more than $107 billion in writedowns and lost revenue, a Reuters analysis of company filings and statements showed. The volume of losses have increased by one third since the last tally in August last year, underscoring the scale of the financial hit to the corporate world from Moscow's invasion, as well as highlighting the sudden loss of Western expertise from Russia's economy. "As Russia's invasion continues amid faltering Western military aid, and the granularity of Western sanctions regimes increases, companies still aiming to exit Russia will likely face furth...Keep on reading: Foreign firms’ losses from exiting Russia top $107B
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2 alleged NPA rebels killed in Quezon clash
LUCENA CITY -- Two alleged New People's Army (NPA) rebels were killed in an encounter Thursday with government soldiers in Guinayangan town in Quezon province. The Army's 85th Infantry Battalion said in an initial report that soldiers engaged an undetermined number of armed communist guerrillas in Barangay San Jose that left two Red-fighters killed. Lieutenant Colonel Joel Jonson, 8th IB commander, identified the slain rebels by their aliases as "Joy" and "Ramon/Isko." Police and Army checkpoints have been established in strategic areas to support pursuit operations against the NPA rebels on the run. READ: NPA leader, 2 other rebels killed in Batangas clash Jonson sai...Keep on reading: 2 alleged NPA rebels killed in Quezon clash
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Dethroned crypto king Bankman-Fried to be sentenced Thursday
NEW YORK --- Former crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried faces the potential of decades in prison when he is sentenced Thursday for his role in the 2022 collapse of FTX, once one of the world's most popular platforms for trading digital currency. Bankman-Fried, 32, was convicted in November of fraud and conspiracy --- a dramatic fall from a year earlier when he and his companies seemed to be riding a crest of success that resulted in a Super Bowl advertisement and celebrity endorsements from stars like quarterback Tom Brady and comedian Larry David. A jury found that Bankman-Fried illegally used money from FTX depositors to cover his expenses, which included purchasing luxury propert...Keep on reading: Dethroned crypto king Bankman-Fried to be sentenced Thursday
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ lawyer says rapper subject to ‘witch hunt’
LOS ANGELES — A lawyer for music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs said Tuesday the rapper was being targeted by a “witch hunt” after civil lawsuits accused him of sexual misconduct and federal authorities raided two of his properties. On Monday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said it had opened an investigation into hip-hop star Combs and searched his […] The post Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ lawyer says rapper subject to ‘witch hunt’ appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Heat index in Olongapo City seen to reach ‘danger’ level
OLONGAPO CITY --- The heat index in this city was seen peaking at 42 degrees Celsius on Maundy Thursday, March 28, which was higher than the maximum heat index recorded the previous day. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said 42 C is already classified under the "danger" level. Heat index measures the discomfort an average person feels due to the combined effects of temperature and air humidity. READ: Olongapo folk warned of exhaustion with near-danger level heat On Wednesday, the city's heat index peaked at 41 C, particularly in Cubi Point inside the Subic Bay Freeport. The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Manage...Keep on reading: Heat index in Olongapo City seen to reach ‘danger’ level
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