UnionBank OKs resignation of 3 senior officers

UNION BANK of the Philippines (UnionBank) on Monday said it has accepted the resignation of three assistant vice-presidents from its consumer banking group, marking a series of management changes in the Aboitiz-led lender’s retail operations. In a...

Asia Smart Innovation Awards 2025 Winners Announced Hong Kong Takes Silver and Bronze in Lifestyle and Culture Category Thailand Wins Inaugural Grand Award

HONG KONG, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Wireless Technology Industry Association (WTIA) held the Asia Smart Innovation Awards 2025 Presentation Ceremony at Cordis Hong Kong on 16 October 2025. Organized by WTIA and sponsored by the...

Manila says Chinese forces harassed patrol plane near Scarborough Shoal

By Kenneth Christiane L. Basilio, Reporter CHINESE FORCES harassed a Philippine maritime patrol aircraft near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, Manila’s coast guard said late on Wednesday, in the latest flare-up of tensions...

US call centre act threatens Philippines’ US$30 billion outsourcing boom

As dusk settles over Angeles City, Justin Cunanan prepares for another long night. While the rest of the Philippines sleeps, he joins millions of his compatriots powering a global industry that is now facing threats from both Washington and...

PSEi slips as market looks for new leads

Richmond Mercurio - The Philippine Star October 21, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — The local stock market opened the week with a flat performance with no fresh leads in sight. The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) declined for...

A lot of stuff

SINGKIT - Doreen G. Yu - The Philippine Star October 21, 2025 | 12:00am The other week I finally finished reading a book that I have had for several months. It’s not a big volume; on the contrary, it only has 73 pages. It’s taken so long because...

'Decisive action' needed vs corruption – PCCI chief

THE government should take "decisive action" against corruption, including prosecuting those responsible, the chief of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) said on Monday. "We all know very well that even our president is very...

6 out of 10 Filipino Adults Are at Risk of Osteoporosis Anlene Sounds the Alarm on the Silent Health Crisis

Manila, Philippines, October 2025—Alarming new data from bone scans conducted by Anlene between 2024 and 2025 reveal a silent health crisis among Filipinos. Out of more than 80,000 Filipinos who took part in the initiative, a shocking 6 out of 10...

Marcos, Isko explore closer work on Manila projects

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday sat down with Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso in Malacañang to explore closer coordination on infrastructure, urban renewal, and social service efforts in the capital. The meeting...

China Deploys Buoys, Security Officers to Scarborough Shoal Amid Philippine Drills

Chinese forces deployed maritime security officers, fighter jets and new buoys to Scarborough Shoal on Oct. 17, 2025. Philippine Coast Guard graphic Chinese forces deployed maritime security officers, fighter jets and new buoys to Scarborough...

"Did Darvin Ham pick the starting lineup?": Lakers fans outraged after JJ Redick picks $33,000,000 guard over Jarred Vanderbilt in starting lineup

JJ Redick has revealed the LA Lakers’ starting lineup for the regular season opener, with LeBron James sidelined due to right-side sciatica, an issue he has been dealing with since July that also kept him out of training camp. The Lakers announced...

Pencak bet cinch for AYG medal

Joey Villar - The Philippine Star October 21, 2025 | 12:00am MANAMA – Kram Airam Carpio ensured the country of a first medal in the 3rd Asian Youth Games by overpowering Indian Sakshi Thakur, 83-17, in pencak silat over the weekend at the...

Embedding gender equality in India’s fiscal framework: The role of gender budgeting

Toggle section navigation Sections Print Introduction Integrating a gender lens in a federal budget of an emerging country context is not easy, as it is a clarion call to go “beyond the gross domestic product (GDP)” paradigm. Gender budgeting, a...

MUP pension budget hiked by over a third

Marco Luis Beech - The Philippine Star October 21, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — The proposed allocation for the pensions of military and uniformed personnel (MUP) has risen to P197.99 billion based on the 2026 National Expenditure Program...

Philippines takes center stage at Frankfurt Book Fair

THE Philippines is taking center stage at the 2025 Frankfurt Book Fair, which started on Wednesday, as the country is this year’s guest of honor. Sen. Loren Legarda, who is the driving force of the country’s guest of honor responsibilities,...

Philippines faces skill gap as green economy push gains pace

By Patricia B. Mirasol, Multimedia Producer BUSINESSES and policymakers face a widening gap between the demand for skilled labor and the workforce’s readiness to fill green jobs, as the Philippines accelerates its transition to a green economy....

Inside the Shell NSAC Journey That Transforms Young Filipino Artists

Shell NSAC remains a platform empowering young Filipinos to turn passion into progress through the power of art Manila, Philippines. October 2025 — Now in its 58th year, the Shell National Students Art Competition (NSAC) has stood as one of the...

Cansino’s late heroics lift Bolts past Hotshots in thriller

MANILA – Crispin John Cansino turned clutch when it mattered most, drilling crucial baskets and free throws down the stretch as the Meralco Bolts edged the previously unbeaten Magnolia Chicken Timplados Hotshots, 78-76, in a nail-biting PBA Season...

Tabuena, Quiban lead Filipino charge vs. world-class rivals at Sta. Elena

Ten of the Philippines’ finest golfers are set to showcase their talent and national pride against a star-studded international field at the inaugural International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus, happening from October 23 to 26 at the...

Innovations In Textile Printing Conference

RALEIGH, N.C. — October 15, 2025 — Join AATCC at the Inkspired: Innovations in Textile Printing Conference, taking place November 5–6, 2025, at the StateView Hotel in Raleigh, North Carolina. This two-day event will highlight groundbreaking...