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Metro Manila under Signal No. 1 — Pagasa

By Aric John Sy Cua

HEADLINES: Storm surge alert as 'Pepito' hits PH | November 16, 2024

HEADLINES: Storm surge alert as 'Pepito' hits PH | November 16, 2024

DAMAGED BRIDGE This handout photo taken on Nov. 15, 2024, and received courtesy of the Bloggers of Tuguegarao Facebook page shows an aerial view of a destroyed bridge in Gonzaga town, Cagayan province, a day after Typhoon Ofel (international name: Usagi) hit the province. Ofel blew out of the Philippines early on the same day as another dangerous storm, Pepito, drew closer, threatening an area where scores were killed by flash floods and landslides just weeks ago, the weather service said. AFP PHOTO/BLOGGERS OF TUGUEGARAO

Storm surge alert as 'Pepito' hits PH

By Catherine S. Valente , Nestor Abrematea , Vince Jacob Visaya , Francis Earl Cueto , Arlie O. Calalo and Agence France-Presse

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Metro Manila to experience heavy rains as Pepito bears down on PH – Pagasa

By Arlie O. Calalo and Agence France-Presse

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Parts of Visayas under Signal No. 2 as 'Pepito' intensifies — Pagasa

By Arlie O. Calalo

Storm surge alert as 'Pepito' hits PH

Metro Manila to experience heavy rains as Pepito bears down on PH – Pagasa

Parts of Visayas under Signal No. 2 as 'Pepito' intensifies — Pagasa

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PCSO Lotto Results | November 15, 2024

CONTINGENCY

WATCH: PH to import 4.5M tons of rice after losses from storms

SOURCE OF AID

WATCH: Marcos: Govt assets to be redistributed to 'Pepito'-affected regions

GOOD START

WATCH: Choco Mucho scores first win

BACK-TO-BACK

WATCH: Lacsina leads Akari over ZUS to take second win

Siot Tanquingcen, NLEX team governor Ronald Dulatre and coach Jong Uichico PBA PHOTO

NLEX adds Tanquingcen to coaching staff

Protesters confront police during a demonstration to demand the resignation of Valencia Regional President Carlos Mazon in Valencia on November 9, 2024. - The European nation's worst floods in a generation have killed at least 220 people, left dozens missing and submerged entire towns in mud, particularly in the eastern Valencia region. (Photo by Cesar Manso / AFP)

Spanish regional leader admits 'mistakes' in handling deadly floods

King Gurtiza of EAC NCAA/GMA PHOTO

EAC ends season with win vs JRU

US rapper Kanye West attends the WSJ Magazine 2019 Innovator Awards at MOMA on November 6, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Angela Weiss / AFP)

Ye claims 'Jews' controlling Kardashian clan – lawsuit

Gilas Pilipinas begins training camp at Inspire Sports Academy in Calamba, Laguna on Nov. 15, 2024. SBP PHOTO

Sluggish first day of training for Gilas Pilipinas

FILE - Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, in Aurora, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

1 million migrants in the US rely on temporary protections that Trump could target

Antonio Contreras

On the Contrary

Reflections after losing

By Antonio Contreras

Remoto Control

Duterte slippery as an eel

By Danton Remoto

Jaime J. Yambao

Ambassadors' Corner

God bless America!

By Jaime J. Yambao

Mauro Gia Samonte

My Say

Going full circle on US-China conflict

By Mauro Gia Samonte

Today's Front Page

SAVAGED BY STORMS

Japan's soft-power push can benefit PH

Failure to pay installments of purchase price of lot

By Persida Acosta

Al Vitangcol III

All Insight

Political dynasties bad for PH; let's end it

By Al Vitangcol III

Anna Malindog-Uy

Headsight

Implications of PH's Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act and Maritime Zones Act

By Anna Malindog-Uy

Associated Press

Trump already testing Congress, daring Republicans to oppose him

By Associated Press

Agence France-Presse

'Orbital' author Harvey: Space inspired Booker Prize-winning novel

By Agence France-Presse

Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Quad comm: Investigation in aid of ICC conspiracy

By Rigoberto D. Tiglao

OFW remittances

BUSINESS

OFW remittances hit $3.34B

By Niña Myka Pauline Arceo

SPORTS

Benilde, Ateneo battle for fifth in Shakey's Super League

PROTECTING PEOPLE’S PICKS Election officials and security personnel transport sealed ballot boxes to a counting center at the end of voting in Sri Lanka’s parliamentary elections in the capital Colombo on Nov. 14, 2024. AFP PHOTO

WORLD

Sri Lankan leader's coalition wins big in polls

By Agence France-Presse

Actor Ken Chan denies deceiving business partner

By Christina Alpad

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LIFESTYLE

The beauty of doing good

By Tessa Mauricio-Arriola

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. leads the Inauguration of the LRT Line 1 Cavite Extension Project (L1CE) at the Dr. Santos Station, Dr. A Santos Avenue, Parañaque City Nov. 15, 2024. The L1CE, a collaborative project between the Philippine government and Light Rail Manila Corporation, is expected to shorten the travel time between Quezon City and Parañaque City to under an hour. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN

November 15, 2024

Vice President Sara Duterte attends the 89th founding anniversary of the Office of the Vice President in Mandaluyong City on Nov. 15, 2024. Reports said a total of 200 personnel could lose their jobs if the P733-million budget eyed by Congress would be approved. PHOTOS BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

November 15, 2024

Climate campaigners in the Philippines march around the Quezon City Circle to join the Global Day of Action for Climate Justice happening around the world, including in Baku, Azerbaijan where the COP29 climate summit is being held. The Philippine mobilization was held in Quezon City and in Batangas, Quezon, Pangasinan, La Union, Zambales, Bataan, Palawan, Cebu, Rizal, Camarines Norte, Albay, Leyte, Misamis Oriental, Lanao del Norte, and Zamboanga del Sur on Nov. 15, 2024. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

FUND OUR FUTURE

November 15, 2024

Volunteers assist in repacking food and relief goods to be distributed to Filipinos affected by Typhoons 'Marce' and 'Nika,' in various provinces of Northern Luzon, as well as in preparation for Typhoon 'Pepito.' This activity took place at the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) National Resource Operations Center (NROC) in Pasay City on Nov. 15, 2024. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN

RELIEF OPERATIONS

November 15, 2024

Pag-IBIG Fund's CEO, Marilene Acosta, leads the launch of the Online Public Auction (OPA) at the Dusit Thani Manila on Nov. 15, 2024. Pag-IBIG Fund's OPA introduces the convenience of online transactions in purchasing a house by bidding and adding it to their virtual carts. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

PAG-IBIG'S NEW AUCTION

November 15, 2024

GUEST DRIVER President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inspects the LRT Line 1 Cavite Extension Project (L1CE) at the Dr. Santos Station in Parañaque City on Nov. 15, 2024. The L1CE, a collaborative project between the government and Light Rail Manila Corporation, is expected to shorten the travel time between Quezon City and Parañaque City to under an hour. PHOTO BY RENE H. DILAN

Nation

Marcos opens LRT-1 Cavite extension's first 5 stations

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday inaugurated the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) Cavite Extension Project (L1CE) Phase 1, a mass transit system that aims to create "a smoother, more reliable mode of transport" in Metro Manila and Cavite. The president joined the inaugural ride during the launch of the partial operation of the project in Parañaque City. Like any other rider, Marcos claimed a ticket to be able to ride the train. He was joined by Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista as well as other department secretaries and senators. In his speech, Marcos said the additional

By Catherine S. Valente - November 16, 2024

Sara says father deserves 'best dramatic actor' award

Pag-IBIG launches online public auction

President tells new Navy chief: Lead with integrity

DND unfazed by China's threat vs missile acquisition plan

Seven more Filipinos repatriated from Lebanon

Actor Ken Chan breaks silence over 'estafa' case

International, private partners forum launched

'Excessively low settlement offers to employees invalid'

Vice mayor responds to resignation calls

Searca to celebrate journal's 20th year

8 cities, 7 towns in Cavite win SGLG awards

National Grid Corp. of the Philippines

Additional generation projects in Negros urged

This picture taken on October 7, 2024 and released from North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) via KNS on October 8, 2024 shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un delivering a speech at Kim Jong Un University of National Defence for its 60th founding anniversary in Pyongyang. (Photo by KCNA VIA KNS / AFP) / South Korea OUT / SOUTH KOREA OUT / ---EDITORS NOTE--- RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT "AFP PHOTO/KCNA VIA KNS" - NO MARKETING NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS / THIS PICTURE WAS MADE AVAILABLE BY A THIRD PARTY. AFP CAN NOT INDEPENDENTLY VERIFY THE AUTHENTICITY, LOCATION, DATE AND CONTENT OF THIS IMAGE --- /

NKorea's Kim orders 'mass production' of attack drones

By Agence France-Presse

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Asian cities among worst GHG emitters — research

RUDE AWAKENING Street dwellers sit around on a cold smoggy morning in the old quarters of India’s capital New Delhi on Nov. 15, 2024. AFP PHOTO

Smog prompts New Delhi to shut elementary schools

Vietnam's flag is seen in this picture published online on March 7, 2016. PHOTO FROM FALCO VIA PIXABAY

Chinese defense firms to attend Vietnam arms fair as ties deepen

BLACK SHEEP Robert F. Kennedy Jr., speaks at a campaign event for Donald Trump in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Nov. 1, 2024. AP FILE PHOTO

Vaccine skeptic RFK Jr. tapped as US health chief

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'Measles cases rose 20% on vaccine coverage gaps'

LANDED IN LIMA United States President Joe Biden disembarks from Air Force One upon arrival at Jorge Chavez International Airport in Peru’s capital Lima on Nov. 14, 2024. AFP PHOTO

Biden, Xi in Lima for APEC meet, face-to-face talks

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Top Business

Auto sales up 1.2% despite Kristine's operational impact

MOTOR vehicle sales continued to accelerate last month as stock availability and promotional activities offset the operational impact of a severe tropical storm, automakers reported on Friday. A total of 40,003 units left showrooms in October, up by 1.2 percent from the 39,542 sold a month earlier, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (Campi) and the Truck Manufacturers Association said. It was also 4.9 percent higher compared to the 38,128 units sold a year ago. The result brought January-October automobile sales to 384,310 units, 8.9 percent more than the

By Janine Alexis Miguel - November 16, 2024

Powell says no need to rush rate cuts

China's latest data shows soft economic underbelly

Financial sector resources rise to P33T as of end-Sept

Alliance Global posts steady 9-month profit

Construction material prices edge up in Oct

SM Prime reformats residential business

Why we are drowning in worsening mobility

Digital solutions to fast-track release of OFW loans

Foreign Business

ECB policymakers split on inflation risks

Foreign Business

US has best-performing economy – Fed chief

Foreign Business

Indonesia's exports, imports beat forecasts

Foreign Business

Japan economic growth slows in Q3

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Sports

Strong finish propels del Rosario to T8; Chen keeps crown

MANILA, Philippines — Needing a strong finish to secure a Top 10 spot, Pauline del Rosario rallied impressively at the Party Golfers Ladies Open, firing birdies on the last two holes to close with a 69 and earn a share of eighth place. Ling-Jie Chen won the tournament for the second consecutive year at Hsinchu County's Lily Golf and Country Club in Taiwan. Del Rosario, who was initially stalled by a double bogey on the par-4 ninth hole, fought back resiliently, drilling birdies on Nos. 10 and 14 to recover from a bogey on the 12th, and holing out with back-to-back birdies for a 35-34

Quezon, Pampanga clash in MPBL Finals

Mindanao champs vie for RVL natl title

Cone hopeful Boatright can play for Gilas Pilipinas in February

Who is Sean's GOAT?

Tyson concedes role of villain to Paul

Sinner beats Medvedev in ATP Finals

Eagles rally to beat Commanders, 26-18

Jazz extend Mavs losing skid

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of November 15, 2024

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Stock indices as of November 14, 2024

BENJAMIN AGBULOS, General Manager, Omron Healthcare Philippines

Cool under pressure

Plan a financially secure future with trusted financial institutions that can support your growth. PHOTO BY JOSE VAZQUEZ ON UNSPLASH

Build a financially secure future with right tools, smart choices

Charge d’affaires Anna Krzak-Danel speaks in the presence of Philippine Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Jesus Domingo. PHOTO FROM THE EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF POLAND IN THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

Polish Embassy in Manila celebrates 106th Poland Independence Day

Optimal dietary solutions for Filipinos' bone and joint recovery, and health

Cooperatives break through economic, social challenges for a brighter tomorrow

Angkas Bikers and volunteers of Angkasangga, the advocacy arm of Angkas, have extended their support to communities affected by Typhoon Kristine in Albay and Batangas through the distribution of relief goods. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Tmt Newswire

Angkas, Angkasangga deliver urgent relief to typhoon-affected communities

IN the wake of Typhoon Kristine (international name: Trami), Angkas Bikers and Angkasangga volunteers rallied together to deliver essential relief to communities heavily impacted by the recent typhoon. Demonstrating swift action and solidarity, the Angkasangga team mobilized to provide much-needed assistance to flood-stricken areas, reaching the municipality of Libon, Albay, with vital supplies. The Angkasangga and Angkas relief efforts included the distribution of food packs, water and essential goods to displaced families in Libon, who were among the hardest hit by severe flooding.

Seattle's Best Coffee launches new Caramel Pecan Collection

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket officially debuts

PetroGreen to establish Ilocos Norte's 1st offshore wind farm

Asia's Pinnacle Awards 2024 celebrates excellence, triumph in Manila

ICCPI, FURNitalia celebrate Italian culinary, design excellence

Conrad Manila unwraps delightful surprises for the holiday season

Security Bank's Auto Loan initiative clinches an award

Seameo Innotech, Unesco strengthen alliances for advancing education

Salmon named Leading Fintech Group PH at World Business Outlook Awards 2024

Visionary Leadership: Henry SyJr. and SMDC's 20-year journey of building the good life

Grab boosts service reliability, accessibility for the holidays

Crimson Hotels & Resorts in Mactan and Boracay win awards

Maybank Regional Financial Education Excellence Awards 2024 Best Educator awardees from Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Vietnam with Maybank Group Chief Sustainability Officer Sharil Azuar Jimin (left) and Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines Dato' Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino (right).

Campus Press

Asean's best in financial literacy honored

By The Manila Times

(Seated, from left) University of San Carlos Board of Trustees Chairman Fr. Dionisio Miranda; USC President Fr. Francisco Antonio Estepa; Henry Sy Foundation Inc. Trustee and SM Prime Executive Committee Chairman Hans Sy; HSFI Executive Director Lydia Echauz; (standing, from left) HSFI Trustee and SM Foundation Inc. Executive Director Debbie Sy; USC Trustee Conchita Manabat; HSFI and SMFI Trustee Ramon Gil Macapagal; Maria Milagros Fernan-Cayosa; SM Hotels and Conventions Chairman and President Elizabeth Sy; Domingo Cayosa; HSFI Treasurer Virginia Yap; and SMFI Trustee Paulino Tan. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Henry Sy Foundation supports USC 75th anniversary initiatives

Cavite State University student John Lloyd Bayani (3rd from right) is champion in the Agri-Research Colloquium for his research paper presentation during the 2024 Agri-Youth Student Congress at the International Training Center on Pig Husbandry in Lipa City, Batangas, on Oct. 24, 2024. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

CvSU, BSU win Agri Student Congress research, quiz bee

Britain’s newspapers’ front pages reporting on US President-elect Donald Trump in the US presidential election are seen in London on Nov. 7, 2024. PHOTO BY KIRSTY WIGGLESWORTH/AP

Green Industries

Can Trump derail our fight against climate change?

By Ludwig Federigan

The training workshop on marine turtle conservation in the coastal town of Santa Ana in Cagayan province. PHOTO COURTESY OF DENR REGION 2

MNTN teaches marine turtle conservation

SM City Baguio is an SM group’s recent property to achieve LEED Gold recognition. PHOTO FROM SM

SM's 7 properties certified LEED Gold

The filmmaker and former Taguig City mayor is determined to see his candidacy through. TMT PHOTO

Who's blocking Direk Lino Cayetano's run in Taguig?

By Tessa Mauricio-Arriola - November 15, 2024

Chatting with the women of Marvel's 'Thunderbolts*'

Piolo Pascual talks politics

P-Pop group Alamat gears up for 'Ragasa' concert

Culture Wars to release new album in 2025

Elle Marie marks return with heartfelt single 'Paglaya'

MYX Music Awards 2024's star-studded lineup

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Rising Tigers Magazine honors 16 personalities at charity ball

By Becky Garcia - November 16, 2024

Palawan Group of Companies unveils Palawan Gold

Christian Bautista finds relaxation amid exhilarating days

The ultimate party hack for throwing teen birthdays

Watsons opens Asia's 8,000th store

Czarina Ablaza-Syquia and Jofe Syquia celebrate silver wedding anniversary

Start Christmas shopping early at Flair Pop-Up

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The Sunday Times Magazine

Setting sail for magic in Southeast Asia

November 10, 2024

Four Points Palawan, through its partnership with Sabang Renewable Energy Corporation, harnesses solar power as its primary energy source.

A vacation experience with a sustainable twist

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Taiwan's iconic Du Hsiao Yueh restaurant now in the Philippines

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New York steakhouses inspire burger place's limited-time menu

Together for teachers’ wellness — Gabay Guro Chairperson, Chief Finance, Risk, and Sustainability Officer of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC), and mWell President and CEO Chaye Cabal-Revilla, with Lifestyle Medical Group Manila’s doctors Aika Buenavista and Jan Dipasupil at the groundbreaking wellness fest.

PH's first and biggest health, wellness festival for teachers

The Manila Times CSI

Czech Ambassador Karel Hejč PHOTO FROM THE CZECH EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

Czech Embassy in Manila celebrates 106th National Day

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of November 15, 2024

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Fast Times

Tesla makes PH debut with 'experience center'

By Mika Fernandez-David - November 12, 2024

n Most Filipino seafarers have long been prepared to handle changes through training because of crucial changes in shipping, including decarbonization. PHOTO BY DUNCAN TORRES

Maritime

Pinoy seafarers to get more training

By Yashika F. Torib - November 13, 2024

Chrysalis, Paoay Sand Dunes, 2012.

Build & Design

The aesthetics of outrageous celebration

By Jovi Miroy - November 12, 2024

Britain’s newspapers’ front pages reporting on US President-elect Donald Trump in the US presidential election are seen in London on Nov. 7, 2024. PHOTO BY KIRSTY WIGGLESWORTH/AP

Green Industries

Can Trump derail our fight against climate change?

By Ludwig Federigan - November 16, 2024

Maybank Regional Financial Education Excellence Awards 2024 Best Educator awardees from Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Vietnam with Maybank Group Chief Sustainability Officer Sharil Azuar Jimin (left) and Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines Dato' Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino (right).

Campus Press

Asean's best in financial literacy honored

By The Manila Times - November 14, 2024

BENJAMIN AGBULOS, General Manager, Omron Healthcare Philippines

Boardroom Watch

Cool under pressure

By Leah C. Salterio - November 15, 2024

Photo shows one of the six portable spindle machines provided to abaca farmers in Catanduanes. PIA PHOTO

Agribusiness

Abaca farmers get assistance

By Conrad M. Cariño - November 14, 2024