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Tropical storm forecast to enter PH as 'Ofel' whips NLuzon — Pagasa

By Arlie O. Calalo

HEADLINES: Duterte to confront quad committee | November 13, 2024

HEADLINES: Duterte to confront quad committee | November 13, 2024

SITTING WITH THE ENEMY Former president Rodrigo Duterte and former senator Leila de Lima find themselves seated beside each other on Nov. 13, 2024 during the resumption of an inquiry at the House of Representatives on the drug war launched by the ex-leader during his term. It was Duterte who jailed de Lima on drug charges but which were dismissed seven years after. PHOTO BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE

Duterte to ICC: Hurry up with your probe

By Reina C. Tolentino

Former president Duterte arrives at House

By Reina C. Tolentino

SCREENGRAB PHOTO FROM PCO

PH files diplomatic protest vs China over Scarborough baselines in WPS

By Bernadette E. Tamayo

Duterte to ICC: Hurry up with your probe

Former president Duterte arrives at House

PH files diplomatic protest vs China over Scarborough baselines in WPS

1113 - PAPER TRAIL

WATCH: Automated counting machines undergo stress tests

PHOTO FROM DOST PAGASA

Signal No. 2 up over Cagayan, Isabela as 'Ofel' maintains strength — Pagasa

Producer-director-writer John Krasinski attends the premiere of Paramount Pictures' "IF" at the SVA Theatre, May 13, 2024, in New York. PHOTO BY EVAN AGOSTINI/INVISION/AP FILE

John Krasinski named People magazine's 2024 Sexiest Man Alive

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Korean actor Song Jae-rim passes away at 39; colleagues mourn

Erik Spoelstra AP PHOTO

Spoelstra laments 'horrendous mistake' in Heat's OT loss to Pistons

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LOOK: Arellano Chiefs d. Letran Knights (67-65)

Justin Brownlee TMT PHOTO

Brownlee sees 'good test' playing NZ Tall Blacks in FIBA ACQ

British writer Samantha Harvey and Booker Prize 2024 shortlisted author for her book "Orbital" poses on the red carpet upon arrival for the Booker Prize Award announcement ceremony, at the Old Billingsgate, in London, on November 12, 2024. AFP PHOTO

UK writer Samantha Harvey wins 2024 Booker with space novel

Letran's Jimboy Estrada battles for the rebound against Arellano during the NCAA Season 100 round 2 match at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan on Nov. 13, 2024. PHOTO BY RIO DELUVIO

Arellano ends Letran's Final Four hopes

Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks during the second half of a game against the Toronto Raptors in the NBA Emirates Cup at Fiserv Forum on Nov. 12, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. AFP PHOTO

Giannis leads Bucks past Raptors in matchup of NBA's worst

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Signal No. 1 up over 6 NLuzon provinces as 'Ofel' intensifies into a typhoon

Rigoberto D. Tiglao

China formalizes control of Scarborough Shoal

By Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Francisco S. Tatad

First Things First

The ICC is here: Should we duck for cover?

By Francisco S. Tatad

Let’s face it!

Testing the AES

Marlen Ronquillo

Midweek Comments

QC-born lawyer key player in 'Trump-proofing' California

By Marlen Ronquillo

Today's Front Page

New weather study can help improve calamity response

Treasure hunting without the lot owner's permission

By Persida Acosta

An anti-political dynasty workaround

By Ingming Aberia

Trump-eting America First Again

Climate action must rise above politics

By Nadia Calviño

Inter Press Service

When the truth becomes a lie: What Trump's election means for the world as we know it

By Inter Press Service

Antonio Contreras

On the Contrary

Trump's victory, Filipino migrants' woes

By Antonio Contreras

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)

BUSINESS

Banking sector assets increase to almost P27T

Erik Spoelstra AP PHOTO

SPORTS

Spoelstra laments 'horrendous mistake' in Heat's OT loss to Pistons

British writer Samantha Harvey and Booker Prize 2024 shortlisted author for her book "Orbital" poses on the red carpet upon arrival for the Booker Prize Award announcement ceremony, at the Old Billingsgate, in London, on November 12, 2024. AFP PHOTO

WORLD

UK writer Samantha Harvey wins 2024 Booker with space novel

By Agence France-Presse

Embracing change, 21 years and counting with ABS-CBN

By Tessa Mauricio-Arriola

Don’t be surprised if your newly minted teenager (mine is fifth from right in the navy blue shirt) and his friends agree to wearing party hats and lots of picture taking — the joy and adrenaline from the hour-long unlimited play will do that to them.

LIFESTYLE

The ultimate party hack for throwing teen birthdays

By Tessa Mauricio-Arriola

Commission on Elections (Comelec) chief George Erwin M. Garcia and Metropolitan Manila Development Authority Chairman Romando Artes ink a memorandum of agreement for the 2025 elections on Nov. 12, 2024 that allows the use of the MMDA Command Center and its equipment, such as deployable cameras, for monitoring during the election period at the MMDA New Building, Julia Vargas Ave., Pasig City. PHOTO BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

COMELEC-MMDA DEAL

November 12, 2024

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. graces the Seatrade Cruise (STC) Asia 2024 in Parañaque City on Nov 11, 2024. Joining the President are Tourism Secretary Christina G. Frasco and STC Director Mary Bond. The event, which focuses on the potential of Asia as a destination and as a market, brings together key stakeholders from the cruise community to learn, network, and do business in this thriving region. NOEL B. PABALATE/ PPA POOL

SEATRADE CRUISE

November 12, 2024

Perpetual Altas wins against the JRU Heavy Bombers, 86-82, in the NCAA Season 100 round 2 match at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan on Nov. 12, 2024. PHOTOS BY RIO DELUVIO

November 12, 2024

The Lyceum Pirates defeat the Emilio Aguinaldo College (EAC) Generals, 74-65, in the NCAA Season 100 round 2 match at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. PHOTOS BY RIO DELUVIO

PIRATES PREVAIL

November 12, 2024

Commission on Higher Education Chairperson Prospero de Vera III, Dr. Michael Tee, professor and chancellor of the University of the Philippines-Manila, Professor Joanna Toralba, laboratory manager of the University of the Philippines drugs of abuse research laboratory (DARL), and Manila Police District Director Arnold Thomas Ibay lead the relaunch and unveiling of markers of the drugs of abuse research laboratory at the University of the Philippines Manila on Nov. 12, 2024. This state-of-the-art technology, currently only available in UP Manila College of Pharmacy, efficiently identifies the proactive substance included in new party drugs or new psychoactive substances in real-time, thus helping not only law enforcement authorities but also medical teams during emergencies. PHOTO BY RENE H. DILAN

DRUG RESEARCH LAB

November 12, 2024

Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla

Nation

'Big guns' targeted in anti-drug campaign

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is now going heavy on chasing after the "big guns" in the illegal drug trade in the country, as his administration shifted its campaign from intensified rehabilitation to a new strategy that would focus on the supply side, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said Tuesday. Speaking to reporters, Remulla said a new strategy in the fight against illegal drugs was discussed during a meeting with the President and the heads of the law enforcement agencies in Malacañang on Monday. "For the longest time, we have been concentrating on the consumption side — arresting

By Catherine S. Valente - November 13, 2024

Drug war whistleblower nabbed in US

Fifth storm in under a month gains strength

Advocates focus on PH reading crisis

2 House bills for OFWs pass second reading

Go seeks accountability for Philhealth funds

MMDA, Comelec sign deal to cooperate on 2025 polls

Meralco to hike rates this month

'New law to enforce POGO ban unnecessary'

Charges filed vs mayor, 8 others in Guimaras

Lawmaker's gun linked to killing

San Jacinto honors 'nameless heroes'

DANCE CHAMPION Misamis Occidental Gov. Henry Oaminal (right), Vice Gov. Rowena Gutierrez and 2nd District Rep. Jason Almonte (left) award the trophy to representatives of Zamboanga Sibugay for winning the dance showdown competition of the 3rd Grand Perangat Festival in Oroquieta City. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Grand Perangat Festival a huge success

King Felipe VI of Spain (center) arrives to meet soldiers taking part in the relief work following deadly flooding, at Jaime I Military base in Betera, in the region of Valencia, eastern Spain, on November 12, 2024. AFP PHOTO

Spain royals to return to flood epicenter after chaotic visit

By Agence France-Presse

Britain's Queen Camilla (right) shakes hands with US writer Percival Everett during a reception for the Booker Prize Foundation at Clarence House, in London, on November 12, 2024 ahead of the Booker Prize 2024 ceremony. AFP PHOTO

Britain's Queen Camilla returns to public duties after chest infection

Members of the Louisville Fire Departments check their gear as they prepare to enter Givaudan Sense Colour following an explosion at the facility in Louisville, Ky., Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. AP PHOTO

Explosion at Kentucky business injures 11 workers, shatters windows in surrounding neighborhood

This combination of pictures created on November 12, 2024 shows (from left) SpaceX, Twitter and electric car maker Tesla CEO Elon Musk, US President-elect Donald Trump and US entrepreneur and former Republican presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy. AFP PHOTO

Trump says Musk, Ramaswamy will form outside group to advise White House on government efficiency

AMERICA IN MIND Sergei Shoigu, secretary of Russia’s Security Council, and China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi and their respective delegations hold a meeting in the Chinese capital Beijing on Nov. 12, 2024. PHOTO FROM THE RUSSIAN SECURITY COUNCIL VIA AFP

China, Russia must fight US 'containment' – official

TOGETHER FOREVER? Russian President Vladimir Putin (left) and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un pose for a picture during the signing ceremony of their new partnership in the North’s capital Pyongyang on June 19, 2024. AP FILE PHOTO

NKorea ratifies defense agreement with Russia

DINING WITH DONALD People dine next to a televised broadcast of the victory speech of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump inside a restaurant in Taiwan’s capital Taipei on Nov. 6, 2024. EPA PHOTO

Video of reporter calling Trump 'felon' removed

Acting Trade Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

Top Business

Anti-dumping duties levied on Thai drywall

THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has imposed temporary anti-dumping duties on gypsum boards or drywall from Thailand, noting that imports had affected the sole local manufacturer. In a Nov. 5 order, the DTI said that imported gypsum boards with thicknesses of 9 and 12 millimeters from Thailand were being dumped and had "caused material injury to the domestic gypsum board industry." "The imposition of [a] provisional measure is necessary to prevent further material injury to the domestic industry," Acting Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said in the order. The anti-dumping duty, in

By Janine Alexis Miguel - November 13, 2024

PH digital fraud rate above global average

Trump trade war fears cast pall over APEC meet

Create More incentives welcomed

PLDT Jan-Sept net edges up to P28.1B

Sustainable finance taxonomy: Challenges and opportunities

Foreign Business

Bitcoin rally nears $90,000 plateau

Foreign Business

Boeing reaches MAX crash settlement

Foreign Business

Grab raises annual revenue forecast

Foreign Business

Huawei wants US charges dropped

Foreign Business

FTX seeks to recover $1.8B from Binance

Foreign Business

Lindt drops 'excellence' claim in lawsuit

Foreign Business

Vietnam expands chip packaging footprint

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Sports

LOOK: Arellano Chiefs d. Letran Knights (67-65)

GREG BORROMEO (AU) Player of the Game #NCAA2024

Brownlee sees 'good test' playing NZ Tall Blacks in FIBA ACQ

Arellano ends Letran's Final Four hopes

Giannis leads Bucks past Raptors in matchup of NBA's worst

Highrisers sign Jho Maraguinot

Filipina aces set sights on elusive TLPGA crown

Plana, 8 others seek title repeat in Southwoods' Chairman's Cup

La Salle aims for 10th straight win

Kouame named to Gilas 15-man pool

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

Sanjeev-Mathur

Compliance in an increasingly complex industry

Enrique-Razon-Jr

ICTSI net income up by 31% in 9 months

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

The Philippine Nurses Association Inc. (NRA) recognizes the efforts of outstanding Filipino nurses during its National Annual Convention 2024 at The Manila Hotel Tent City. PHOTO FROM THE NRA

PNA champions Filipino nurses' welfare on its annual convention

With outstanding brands, Wilcon Depot reinforces its commitment to providing Filipinos with top-of-the-line construction and home improvement products.
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Tmt Newswire

Wilcon Depot brings cutting-edge solutions to PhilConstruct 2024

WILCON Depot — the Philippines' leading home improvement and construction supply retailer — is proud to participate in PhilConstruct Manila 2024, held from Nov. 7-10 at the SMX Convention Center Manila. As one of the country's most prominent trade events, PhilConstruct marks its 35th anniversary this year, attracting thousands of industry leaders, suppliers and innovators from both the local and international markets. Wilcon Depot showcased a variety of top-tier brands featuring high-quality products that are destined to meet the evolving needs of Filipino households,

Pangandaman highlights govt's digitalization efforts, reforms

Dongfeng Motors expands presence in the Philippines

Second leg of Pagcor photo exhibit opens at Newport Mall

NutriAsia Foodservice brings taste of success to entrepreneurs

Get ready to win big with Aice Ice Cream's 'Aice on the Prize'

PwC Infrastructure Summit: Shaping the future of PH development

McDo 'ReClassified' expands support for Filipino schoolchildren

Arm & Hammer: Better homes, better world

DTI's probe on cement imports to bolster local industry

Villa Escudero partners with Vivant's Corenergy in shift to sustainable power

foodpanda's 11.11 deals: Up to 50% savings on Domino's Pizza, pandamart, foodpanda Shops

Marcos recognizes MBFI P10M donation for Kristine victims

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Fast Times

Tesla makes PH debut with 'experience center'

By Mika Fernandez-David

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Rolls-Royce unveils exclusive 'Phantom Goldfinger'

Monument honoring farmers and fishermen

Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental

Chrysalis, Paoay Sand Dunes, 2012.

Build & Design

The aesthetics of outrageous celebration

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POGO ban slows down office market

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Ed Padilla: PRCs 2024 outstanding architect

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MTRCB represents PH at int'l forum in Bangkok

Mac Alejandre explores timeless desires in provocative period drama

Jake Cuenca bids drinking goodbye

Lovi Poe embraces true beauty

Piolo Pascual's ageless wisdom

When Krampus and a polar bear steal the show

QCinema Project Market champions Southeast Asian stories

Present at the milestone store opening: SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. President Elizabeth Sy (third from left) with (from left) AS Watson Group's Robert Sun, Regional Managing Director, H&B Asia & International Commercial Director; Group CEO Dr. Malina Ngai; Chairman Dominic Lai; and Danilo Chiong, Managing Director of Watsons Philippines.

Watsons opens Asia's 8,000th store

By Iza Iglesias - November 11, 2024

Czarina Ablaza-Syquia and Jofe Syquia celebrate silver wedding anniversary

Start Christmas shopping early at Flair Pop-Up

Popular Korean skincare brand Carenology95 launches in PH

GuanDian honors SM Supermalls president with top real estate award

Time to get homes 'holidazzled'

Ever New's 'Style Stories' celebrate unique fashion narratives

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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 12, 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

Flooding like the one that submerged tombs in Pampanga during All Saints’ Day is the No. 1 climate risk that investors are wary of. PHOTO BY AARON FAVILA VIA AP

Green Industries

Global asset prices do not fully reflect climate risks

By The Manila Times - November 9, 2024

Quality Assurance Guidelines for Micro-credentials workshop participants from various Southeast Asian universities. SEARCA PHOTO

Campus Press

Asean universities gather in QA guidelines workshop

By Leander C. Domingo - November 11, 2024

Boardroom Watch

By T. Aviles - November 8, 2024

Photo shows the participants of the historic first Cagayan Valley Coffee Exposition at the Isabela Convention Center in Cauayan, Isabela, on Oct. 28, 2024. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE PHOTO

Agribusiness

First Cagayan coffee expo held

By Leander C. Domingo - November 7, 2024