Bill wants gov’t officials to take public transport

IT’S an idea that’s been bandied about since the last administration: If government officials had to endure the daily agony of Metro Manila’s commuters,...

Philippines’ communist rebellion: A new generation

The New People's Army, one of Asia's oldest insurgencies, is not concerned by President Rodrigo R. Duterte’s threats to end peace talks. A KEROSENE lamp flickers...

Red Lions visit Altas’ Las Piñas home turf

By Michael Angelo S. Murillo Reporter THE DEFENDING National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) champions San Beda Red Lions go on tour today as they visit the...

AirAsia plans to return to Clark by January

By Patrizia Paola C. Marcelo PHILIPPINES AIRASIA, Inc. is planning to return to Clark International Airport by January 2018, its President and Chief Executive Officer...

On-standby Belo high on Gilas team’s chances in SEA Games

By Michael Angelo S. Murillo Reporter HIS STATUS in playing for Gilas Pilipinas in the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games may still be uncertain, but Philippine Basketball...

Philippines wins in SEA Games football opener

THE Philippine Men’s Under-22 team made it a successful debut in the 29th Southeast Asian Games late Tuesday night when it blanked Cambodia, 2-0,...

Shakey’s to accelerate PHL store expansion

By Arra B. Francia, Reporter SHAKEY’S Pizza Asia Ventures, Inc. (SPAVI) said it can exceed its full-year target of 20 store openings by the end...

Starmalls income up 36% in 2nd quarter

STARMALLS, Inc. grew its attributable profit by 36% in the second quarter of 2017, as it experienced higher occupancy at its existing shopping centers...

Free tuition and irresponsibility

By Bienvenido S. Oplas, Jr.
There are many reasons why the new law providing for free tuition for all students -- rich and poor alike -- in all state...

No cash for hate: mainstream crowdfunding firms take a stand

NEW YORK -- Online fund-raising sites are turning their backs on activists looking to offer financial support for James Fields, the man accused of...

Focusing on Davao’s indigenous faces

By Carmencita A. Carillo, Correspondent DAVAO CITY – The 32nd Kadayawan celebration kicked off at the Magsaysay Park on Monday, Aug. 14, with a new...

Philippines ready for its own Silicon Valley — tech CEO

WHEN Mazhar Durrani, CEO of a Los Angeles-based tech start-up, was looking for markets to expand his business in Southeast Asia, the Philippines was...