Gilas drawn with New Zealand in Asia Cup Qualifiers
The Philippines will be crossing paths with New Zealand, Chinese Taipei, and Hong Kong in the early stages of its redemption bid in the Fiba (International Basketball Federation) Asia Cup. Tim Cone (second from left) gives out pointers to (from left) Chris Newsome, Calvin [more…]
Taiwan extends visa-free policy for Filipinos until July 2024; what to expect
MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos have been named among the most “favored tourists” in Taiwan, and Taiwan is seriously bent on convincing more Filipinos to visit their place for both business and leisure as Taiwan just announced that it is extending its visa-free travel for [more…]
Tim Cone to coach Gilas Pilipinas in Asian Games
MANILA, Philippines-Tim Cone, the Philippine Basketball Association’s (PBA) winningest head coach, will be calling the shots for Gilas Pilipinas in the 19th Asian Games. Barangay Ginebra’s revered head coach will be joined by his club deputy Richard del Rosario, according to a source. Alfrancis [more…]
GMA artist AZ Martinez wins US-based Miss Summit International
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has asserted its reputation as an international pageant powerhouse with another victory on the global arena. Kapuso actress and Hiyas ng Pilipinas titleholder AZ Martinez was crowned 2023 Miss Summit International in Florida in the United States on Sept. [more…]
Filipinos always willing to fight for freedom
MANILA – Despite overwhelming odds, Filipinos have proven exceptionally fighters in defending the nation’s freedom be it on the land, air or sea. One such patriot worth commemorating Monday as the country’s observes National Heroes Day is the late Commodore Ramon Abacan Alcaraz, the namesake [more…]
Clarkson on fire as Gilas Pilipinas trips China for first FIBA World Cup win in nearly a decade
MANILA, Philippines – Gilas Pilipinas’ near decade-long wait for its first FIBA World Cup win is over. Jordan Clarkson saved the best for last as the Philippines avoided another winless FIBA World Cup run, salvaging its rather forgettable campaign with a 96-75 win over [more…]
DOJ suspends ‘stricter’ outbound travel rules
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice (DOJ) has suspended the implementation of the revised guidelines on departure formalities following concerns by lawmakers and travelers over the supposed overreach on the right to travel. In a statement, the DOJ and the Inter-Agency Council Against [more…]
Gilas to collide with South Sudan, China in FIBA World Cup classification
MANILA, Philippines – The stage is set for Gilas Pilipinas in the classification round, where they join South Sudan and China. This, following China’s demolition at the hands of the mighty Puerto Rico team, 89-107. The Philippines, fellow Group A member Angola, South Sudan [more…]
Jordan Clarkson sets World Cup record, Gilas Pilipinas lose to Italy
Jordan Clarkson was the top scorer of the game, setting a new World Cup record, but Gilas Pilipinas got defeated for the third time in a row, becoming the first host country since 1982 to lose the first three games. Gilas Pilipinas needed to [more…]
Celebrating characters of modern heroes in streets, screens
MANILA – The digital age has contributed to easing various lifestyles just by clicking devices for services and learning, all the more with the changes brought by the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic. This luxury of convenience for some, however, is not attained just by [more…]