Here are the latest news and events that happened today, Saturday, April 22, 2023.
Chie Filomeno sizzles in swimsuit photosMANILA – Kapamilya actress Chie Filomeno sent social media ablaze with her recent swimsuit photos. Filomeno turned heads on Instagram as she sizzled amid the intense summer heat with her snaps while donning an exotic-skinned bikini. “Living my best pinterest life,” she said in the caption. Even celebrities could not handle the “heat” sent by Filomeno through See more...
LOOK: Belle Mariano records second albumMANILA – Kapamilya actress Belle Mariano's music career is on a roll, as she is now recording her second album. On Facebook, Rise Artists Studio dropped a teaser of Mariano in a recording studio. “Here we go again with Belle Mariano's recording session! We can’t wait for BELLE 2ND ALBUM,” the caption stated. The upcoming album will follow See more...
'Philippine General Hospital News' page sa FB, hindi lehitimo: PGHMAYNILA - Hindi lehitimo ang 'Philippine General Hospital News' page sa Facebook, sabi ng University of the Philippines - Philippine General Hospital. Sa isang FB post nitong Huwebes, inabisuhan ng UP-PGH ang publiko na huwag maniwala sa naturang FB page. "Ang Philippine General Hospital News ay HINDI authorized o legitimate na Facebook page na galing sa UP-PGH," sabi ng UP-PGH. See more...
Easterlies, localized thunderstorms to prevail over most of PhilippinesThe easterlies will continue to bring cloudy skies, isolated rains over the country including the eastern sections of Visayas and Mindanao on Saturday, PAGASA reported. Metro Manila and the rest of the country will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to the easterlies and localized thunderstorms with possible flash floods or landslides during See more...
Marcos urges Filipinos to take part in climate actionPresident Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. urged the public to participate in the global action against climate change in celebration of International Mother Earth Day. "Nananatiling buo ang suporta ng ating administrasyon sa mga programa at polisiya para sa kalikasan," he said. (Our administration remains fully supportive of environmental programs and policies.) He said these environment programs and policies were in See more...
Ilang mangingisda sa Pola nanawagan ng agarang aksiyon sa oil spillBilang bahagi ng pagdiriwang ng Earth Day, nagtipon-tipon ang ilang mangingisda mula sa bayan ng Pola, Oriental Mindoro na apektado ng oil spill para sa programa na inorganisa ng isang environment advocate group. Layon ng pagtitipon na hilingin sa pamahalaan ang agarang aksiyon para mahinto ang oil spill na sobra na umanong nagpapahirap sa kanilang buhay. Una ng nagsagawa ng See more...
Filipino Muslims gather for Eid'l Fitr, end of RamadanMany Muslim Filipinos trooped early to mosques, Islamic centers, and parks on Saturday to mark Eid'l Fitr, the end of the month-long fasting or Ramadan. At past 6 a.m., more than 1,500 Muslims were already at Quirino Grandstand at Rizal Park in Manila to take part in prayers and the program that was set to start at 7 a.m., the See more...
Easterlies, localized thunderstorms to affect PhilippinesThe easterlies and localized thunderstorms will bring cloudy skies and rain showers across the country, PAGASA said Saturday. Metro Manila and the rest of the country will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, PAGASA said in its 4 p.m. weather bulletin. PAGASA warned of possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms. Meanwhile, the See more...
PH, US soldiers conduct combat simulation drillsFORT MAGSAYSAY - Philippine and American soldiers conducted on Friday combat engineering simulation exercises at Fort Magsaysay in Nueva Ecija as part of the Balikatan 2023. The exercise included the live firing of the Bangalore torpedo and the Anti-Personnel Obstacle Breaching System (APOBS). The weapons provide close-in demining capability to provide mobility to maneuver forces. “The Bangalore you have to See more...
K-pop’s Treasure shows growth as performers in 1st Manila concertMANILA -- In their first solo concert in the Philippines, rising K-pop boy group Treasure brought more than just their signature sound and electrifying dance moves. The 10-member band held two shows last April 14 and 15 at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City as part of the 2023 “Hello” world tour, and showed how much they See more...
Advocacy groups slam reclamation projectsMANILA — Advocacy groups on Saturday warned that reclamation, dredging, and seabed quarrying activities have grave ecological and economic consequences. Members of Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (PAMALAKAYA), Advocates of Science and Technology for the People (AGHAM), Kalikasan People’s Network, as well as members of affected coastal communities voiced the negative effects of the said activities during a See more...
Twitter removes 'government-funded' media labelsSocial networking platform Twitter on Friday removed labels describing media organizations as state-funded or affiliated with the state. The move comes after the Elon Musk-owned platform started stripping blue verification checkmarks from accounts that don't pay a monthly fee. The move means that Chinese news agency Xinhua will no longer be referred to as state-financed. The same applies to RT See more...
Online anime, manga piracy caused 2 tril. yen loss in 2021: watchdogTOKYO—Online piracy of Japanese entertainment, including manga, anime, and video games, caused losses of around 2 trillion yen ($15 billion) in 2021, marking a five-fold increase from 2019, according to a study released Friday by a Tokyo-based watchdog. The Content Overseas Distribution Association believes the sharp rise was attributable to people spending more time indoors on entertainment content during the See more...
ALAMIN: Paano gumagana ang acupuncture sa katawanPaano nga ba nakakatulong ang acupuncture? Ano ba ang mga benepisyo nito? Bakit may kuryenteng nararamdaman tuwing sumasailalim dito? Sinagot ni Dr. Philip Nino Tan-Gatue, isang certified medical acupuncturist, ang ilan sa mga tanong tungkol dito sa panayam sa kaniya sa ABS-CBN TeleRadyo ngayong Sabado. Binigyang linaw ni Tan-Gatue na ang acupuncture ay hindi nakapokus sa kung eepekto ba ito See more...
Kris Aquino says Bimby is 'reason I can't give up'MANILA – Despite fighting several illnesses, Kris Aquino made sure not to forget her son Bimby’s 16th birthday as she penned a moving message for him. On Instagram, Aquino showered Bimby with love and described him as the reason she keeps fighting despite her health issues. “YOU are the reason I can’t give up, and I continue fighting what at See more...
NWRB appeals to public: Use water correctly amid looming El NiñoMANILA — The National Water Resources Board (NWRB) on Saturday told the public to begin conserving water and use it correctly amid the looming El Niño, a weather phenomenon characterized by below-normal rainfall that can lead to dry spells and drought. NWRB Executive Director Sevillo David Jr. said at present, the water level in Angat Dam, which is the See more...
Viral ang dalawang bata na hindi nagpakabog sa kanilang vogue dance moves at nag-showdown sa kalsada sa Tanauan, Batangas. Sa ulat ni Emil Sumangil sa State of the Nation, makikita na ayaw paawat ng dalawang bata, na dips kung dips at split kung split sa kanilang mga galawan. Kaya naman hindi nakatiis ang netizen na si John Hendrix Pulanco, na See more...
Ysabel Ortega says 'Voltes V: Legacy' is only the 'beginning of a beautiful journey'Ysabel Ortega is filled with gratitude for being part of “Voltes V: Legacy.” In her latest Instagram post, the Kapuso actress shared photos with the cast on the premiere night of “Voltes V: Legacy: The Cinematic Experience,” along with a touching letter for everyone who makes up the series. “[Three] years of my life [I’ve] dedicated for this series,” Ysabel See more...
AI journalism sparks concern in IndiaNEW DELHI - An Indian media group unveiled its first full-time artificial intelligence (AI) news anchor this month — a bot named Sana who presents news updates several times a day. The AI-powered reporter appears on the India Today Group's Aaj Tak news channel. "She is bright, gorgeous, ageless, tireless," said the group's vice chairperson, Kalli Purie, at a launch See more...
Sara Duterte on Eid'l Fitr: Pray for harmony, unity, success for each oneVice President Sara Duterte in her message for Eid'l Fitr asked for prayers for “harmony, unity, and success for each one." “As we celebrate with our family, friends, and communities, let our hearts be filled with joy knowing that love, kindness, respect, faithfulness, and peace reign supreme in our hearts and in our lives,” Duterte said in a statement. “Let See more...
PMA holds testimonial parade for outgoing PNP chief AzurinThe Philippine Military Academy (PMA) held a testimonial parade for outgoing Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Rodolfo Azurin Jr. on Saturday. Azurin, who is set to retire on April 24, was given a testimonial parade held at the PMA in Baguio City as a tribute and recognition for his almost four decades of service in the PNP. He See more...
SWS: 7% of adult Filipinos eye overseas jobs; Canada is most preferred destinationMANILA — Seven percent of Filipino adults late last year said they were looking for jobs abroad, with Canada topping the list of countries where they wanted to work, according to a Social Weather Stations survey released Wednesday. The SWS said Canada was "the most cited country where one aspires to work." Other top destinations for those eyeing overseas work See more...
Manalo: Differences should not prevent PH and China from managing sea disputeForeign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo said “differences” between the Philippines and China should not stand in the way of managing the two countries’ territorial dispute in the South China Sea, adding Manila intends to “work closely” with Beijing in bolstering their economic ties. The meeting opened with Manalo citing an agreement between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., who made a state See more...
Paolo Contis sa hiwalayan nila ni LJ Reyes: 'I have made mistakes'Inihayag ni Paolo Contis na nakagawa siya ng mga pagkakamali na humantong sa hiwalayan nila ni LJ Reyes. Ang aktor, nagsalita rin tungkol sa pribadong relasyon nila ni Yen Santos. Sa Chika Minute report ni Nelson Canlas sa 24 Oras, sinabing pareho nilang nakapanayam ng kapwa GMA Integrated News reporter na si Aubrey Carampel si Paolo tungkol sa mga bagay See more...
Ronnie Alonte pens short yet sweet birthday greeting for GF Loisa AndalioMANILA – Kapamilya actor Ronnie Alonte made sure not to forget Loisa Andalio’s special occasion. On Instagram, Alonte posted a short, yet doting message for his longtime girlfriend on her birthday. “Maligayang kaarawan beh! Kulang ang salitang mahal kita,” he said in the caption. Meanwhile, aside from fans, many celebrities also trooped to the comment section to See more...
DOH sa mga may hemophilia: Lumapit sa health centersMANILA — Hinimok ng Department of Health (DOH) ang mga pasyenteng maaaring may kondisyon na hemophilia na huwag mag-atubiling lumapit sa mga primary care at health centers, at maging mga health support groups para magpakonsulta. Ang hemophilia ay isang underreported at kakaibang blood disorder na dahilan dahilan para hindi mag-clot ang dugo para tumigil ang pagdurugo sa sugat, ayon kay See more...
DICT identifying gaps in SIM card registration process —Sec. UyWith only four days left before the SIM registration period ends, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) voiced openness to extending the deadline, admitting that gaps exist in the registration process. Interviewed on Dobol B TV on Saturday, DICT Secretary Ivan John Uy said the agency will have a meeting on Monday, April 24, with public telecommunications entities See more...
Mga kuto sa ulo, problema ng mga bata ngayong tag-initNgayong tag-init, panay na naman ang pagkamot at pagsuyod ng ilang mga bata dahil sa pagdami ng mga kuto sa kanilang mga ulo. Bakit nga ba hilig ng mga kuto ang tag-init, at epektibo nga ba ang paglalagay ng gaas sa ulo para mawala ang mga ito? “Gusto po ng kuto ang mainit na lugar. Kaya po sila nasa buhok See more...
How 1734 Murillo Velarde map serves as living document of Philippine territoryThe Alliance Française de Manille on Friday launched an exhibition featuring rare maps from the 17th to 19th centuries and the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map, known as the "Mother of all Philippine Maps." Titled "Scarborough Shoal and the Spratlys in Ancient Maps: An Exhibition," it featured the map collection of retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonio Carpio, and the See more...
5K-anyos na puno, maaaring susi sa pagtuklas ng mga sikreto ng ating planetaPinaniniwalaan ng mga siyentipiko na ang 5,000-taong punong kahoy sa Chile -- na ngayon ay nasa proseso ng pagkilala bilang pinakamatandang puno sa mundo -- ay pwedeng makapagbigay ng ilang mga sikreto ng ating mundo, lalo na kung paano ito nag-a-adopt sa climatic changes dahil sa haba ng panahong nabubuhay ang naturang puno. Ayon sa ulat ng See more...
Researchers aiming to foresee -- and prevent -- warGENEVA - Researchers from around the world have embarked on an effort to try to build a system allowing humanity to anticipate violent conflicts before they erupt -- and thus potentially prevent them. They will examine dramatic advances in artificial intelligence and how the decisions taken by the world's leaders could be swayed at a time when war in Ukraine See more...
NWRB calls on public to conserve water as El Niño draws nearAs the Philippines braces for the onset of the El Niño phenomenon, the National Water Resources Board (NWRB) asked the public to do its part in conserving the water supply. NWRB Executive Director Sevillo David said the NWRB and other water-related agencies of the government were looking for water sources to prepare for the effects of El Niño later this See more...
The remains of former Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport late Saturday afternoon. A press statement from the Del Rosario family, which was written and sent to the media by Dr. Inge del Rosario, daughter of the late ambassador, said that the plane carrying the casket touched down at 5:30 p.m. Accompanying the See more...
Bato urges Arnie Teves to testify before any PH embassy, consulateSenator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa on Saturday urged suspended Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. to give his testimony to any Philippine embassy or consulate in connection with the Senate’s investigation into the killing of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo. On April 17, the Senate public order and dangerous drugs committee barred Teves from attending the probe into Degamo’s See more...
Rufus Sewell savors complex character in 'The Diplomat'Rufus Sewell has found a dream role in the new series "The Diplomat," a cleverly written and performed political series infused with dramatic storylines and unexpected comedic moments. Sewell plays Hal Wyler, a career diplomat and the husband of newly appointed U.S. ambassador to the U.K., Kate Wyler, played by Keri Russell. Asked on what aspects of his character he enjoyed the See more...
Teves says gov't making him a ‘trophy’ as DOJ insists actions based on evidenceSuspended Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. on Saturday alleged that the government was making a “trophy” out of him by tagging him as the mastermind behind the killing of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo. “Feeling ko, ginagawa nila kaming, other than business interest, ginagawa nila kaming trophy. Pareho kami ni [former Bureau of Corrections chief Gerald] Bantag. Na See more...
DFA mulls raising alert in Sudan to level 3, as Pinoys who want to leave 'going up'MANILA — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) may raise the alert status in Sudan to Alert Level 3, an official said on Saturday, as the number of Filipinos who want to leave the country continues to grow. Foreign Affairs Undersecretary for Migrant Affairs Eduardo Jose de Vega told ABS-CBN News his agency already recommended raising the alert status See more...
Chinese foreign minister in Manila amid PH-US Balikatan exercisesChinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang arrived in Manila on Friday to try to boost ties with the Philippines, which is staging the largest ever Balikatan military exercises with the United States. Philippine officials said Qin is set to meet President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday after an initial meeting with his Philippine counterpart Enrique Manalo. Qin's visit coincides with the See more...
DepEd district supervisor sa Bohol, patay sa ambush ng riding in tandemPatay sa pananambang ng rinding in tandem ang isang public school district supervisor ng Department of Education (DepEd) sa Inabanga, Bohol nitong Huwebes. Sa ulat ng GMA Regional TV Balitang Bisdak nitong Biyernes, kinilala ang biktima na si Noel Duavis, 51-anyos, residente sa bayan ng Buenavista. Sa imbestigasyon ng pulisya, sinabing sakay ng kotse si Duavis at pauwi na sa See more...
Oscar M. Lopez passes away at 93Oscar Moreno Lopez, the patriarch of the Lopez clan, has passed away at the age of 93. Lopez was chairman emeritus, chairman and chief executive officer of Lopez Holdings Corporation, and First Philippine Holdings Corporation which he headed for almost 25 years before stepping down in 2010 to serve as its chairman emeritus. After the Lopez family recovered assets See more...
DFA: Nearly $23-B of Chinese pledged investments during Marcos’ visit ‘slowly being realized’MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Saturday said China’s investment pledges worth around $22.8 billion during President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr’s foreign trip there is “slowly being realized.” Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo, during his bilateral meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang, said he intends to work closely with his counterpart to further strengthen economic ties, See more...
PAGASA to issue El Niño Alert in MayThe Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Saturday said they would likely issue an El Niño Alert as the chances of the weather phenomenon taking place had increased. “We are expecting by next month, May, we will raise the El Niño ‘Watch’ status to ‘Alert’ status,” said PAGASA Climate Impact Assessment and Application Section Climatology and See more...
Telcos say ID requirement a hurdle in SIM registrationMANILA (UPDATED) —Telecommunication companies Smart, Globe, and DITO on Saturday said that ID as a requirement was seen as a hurdle in the ongoing SIM registration, which is set to end on April 26, 2023. The DICT has said that there is no SIM registration deadline extension at this point. “We encourage everyone to register to promote the responsible use See more...
SS Montevideo Maru shipwreck found 81 years laterIn what has been hailed as a major breakthrough, the SS Montevideo Maru which had been lost for 81 years, has finally been found northwest of the Philippines' Luzon island. The SS Montevideo Maru was used by the Japanese as a prisoner transport ship during World War II. It has been reported missing since World War II after it See more...
Alphabet CEO Pichai reaps over $200 million in 2022 amid cost-cuttingAlphabet Inc chief executive Sundar Pichai received total compensation of about $226 million in 2022, more than 800 times the median employee's pay, the company said in a securities filing on Friday. Pichai's compensation included stock awards of about $218 million, the filing showed. The pay disparity comes at a time when Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has been See more...
Imee Marcos to push for funds to retrofit Magat DamSenator Imee Marcos vowed on Saturday to push for funds to retrofit the Magat Dam in Isabela to support irrigation expansion in the area. Marcos made the pledge at a stakeholders’ forum on the Magat River Integrated Irrigation System in Santiago City, Isabela, according to the Philippine Information Agency. Jointly financed by the Philippine government and the World Bank, the See more...
Smart gun operating on facial recognition goes on sale in USBROOMFIELD, Colorado - Colorado-based Biofire Tech is taking orders for a smart gun enabled by facial-recognition technology, the latest development in personalized weapons that can only be fired by verified users. But in a sign of the long, challenging road that smart guns have faced, a prototype twice failed to fire when demonstrated for Reuters this week. Company founder and See more...
PAGASA may issue El Niño alert by next month: officialMANILA — State weather bureau PAGASA may issue an El Niño alert by next month, an official said on Saturday, as chances of the dry spell continue to increase. Marcelino Villafuerte, head of PAGASA’s impact assessment in its climatology and agrometeorology division, said issuing the alert means there is a 70 percent that the phenomenon could happen in a See more...