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2 Pinoy restaurants make it world's iconic restaurants list

By Aric John Sy Cua

HEADLINES: Comelec control of Sulu weighed | December 23, 2024

HEADLINES: Comelec control of Sulu weighed | December 23, 2024

US and Philippine soldiers walk during a joint army-to-army exercise between the Philippines and the US at Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija province on March 31, 2023. (Photo by Ted ALJIBE / AFP)

Philippine military says will acquire US Typhon missile system

By Agence France-Presse

Prices of goods, corruption, jobs top voter concerns in choice of party-list groups—survey

By Franco Jose C. Baroña

Comelec Chairman George Erwin Garcia. PHOTO BY MIKE ALQUINTO

Comelec control of Sulu weighed

By Aric John Sy Cua and William B. Depasupil

Philippine military says will acquire US Typhon missile system

Prices of goods, corruption, jobs top voter concerns in choice of party-list groups—survey

Comelec control of Sulu weighed

WATCH: Kanlaon spews ash up to 1,200 meters from crater

THE-RUMBLING

WATCH: Kanlaon spews ash up to 1,200 meters from crater

US President-elect Donald Trump speaks during Turning Point's annual AmericaFest 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona, on December 22, 2024. (Photo by JOSH EDELSON / AFP)

Trump vows to 'stop transgender lunacy' as a top priority

An effigy of South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol is seen in a mock prison as protesters take part in a rally calling for Yoon's ouster in front of the Gwanghwamun Gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul on December 21, 2024. (Photo by Jung Yeon-je / AFP)

South Korean president snubs summons for second time

Jo Yu-ri, from left, Lee Byung-hun, Lee Seo-hwan, Hwang Dong-hyuk, Im Si-wan, Lee Jung-jae, Yang Dong-geun, and Kang Ae-sim arrive at the premiere of the second season of "Squid Game" on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, at Los Angeles City College in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

'Squid Game' returns looking for win with season 2

Bluesky finds with growth comes growing pains — and bots

FILE - This image made available by NASA shows an artist's rendering of the Parker Solar Probe approaching the Sun. It's designed to take solar punishment like never before, thanks to its revolutionary heat shield that's capable of withstanding 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit (1,370 degrees Celsius). (Steve Gribben/Johns Hopkins APL/NASA via AP, File)

NASA's Parker Solar Probe aims to fly closer to the sun like never before

FILE - Pope Francis pushes open the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica, formally launching the Holy Year of Mercy, at the Vatican, Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia, File)

A Holy Year is about to start in Rome. Here's what you need to know

(COMBO) This combination of file pictures created on December 22, 2024 shows then former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump (L) during an election night event at the West Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, on November 6, 2024, and Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino during a press conference on migration at the Presidential Palace in Panama City on December 19, 2024. - Panama's president Jose Raul Mulino on December 22, 2024 dismissed recent threats made by US President-elect Donald Trump to retake control of the Panama Canal over complaints of "unfair" treatment of American ships. (Photo by Jim WATSON and Armando ACEVEDO / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - NO MARKETING - NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS

Panama rejects Trump's threat to take control of Canal

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Signal No. 1 lifted over Palawan town, Kalayaan but 'Romina' may still intensify into a tropical storm

Carlos Sainz AFP FILE PHOTO

Formula One star Carlos Sainz wants to visit PH

Rigoberto D. Tiglao

182 retired military and police top brass protest Congress budget bill

By Rigoberto D. Tiglao

Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino

Once more, the Christmas story!

By Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino

Francisco S. Tatad

First Things First

Marcos must uphold order, but avoid any overkill

By Francisco S. Tatad

Trump's game, China's move

By Dan Steinbock

Today's Front Page

YOU NAUGHTY OR NICE?

Asean must recalibrate its strategy to end Myanmar crisis

Pardon of principal penalty does not automatically include accessory penalties

By Persida Acosta

Tita C. Valderama

Tea Time

The hypocrisy of Martin Romualdez

By Tita C. Valderama

Marit Stinus-Cabugon

Resurgence

Environment treaty talks show little progress

By Marit Stinus-Cabugon

Migrant Matters

Still 'rock, enroll' to me

By Crispin Aranda

Salvador S. Panelo

Counterpoint

Impeachment black propaganda tool designed to disqualify VP Sara in 2028

By Salvador S. Panelo

Joseph Noel M. Estrada

THE LEGAL MIND

Supreme Court: Illegal to suspend unmarried teacher for sexual relations resulting in pregnancy

By Joseph Noel M. Estrada

BUSINESS

Bluesky finds with growth comes growing pains — and bots

By Associated Press

Carlos Sainz AFP FILE PHOTO

SPORTS

Formula One star Carlos Sainz wants to visit PH

By Aric John Sy Cua

US President-elect Donald Trump speaks during Turning Point's annual AmericaFest 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona, on December 22, 2024. (Photo by JOSH EDELSON / AFP)

WORLD

Trump vows to 'stop transgender lunacy' as a top priority

By Agence France-Presse

Julie Anne San Jose is 'Entertainer of the Year'

By Iza Iglesias

LIFESTYLE

Target Pro by Watsons delivers revolutionary Japanese skincare

Commuters line up at a bus terminal in Quezon City and the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange on Dec. 22, 2024 for their trip to the provinces to spend the holidays with their loved ones. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN AND J. GERARD SEGUIA

CHRISTMAS EXODUS

December 22, 2024

Families go on a Christmas shopping rush for discounted and on sale toys on the last day of the 5-day Toy Fair at the SMX Convention Center, MOA Complex in Pasay City, on Dec. 22, 2024, three days before Christmas. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

December 22, 2024

Families and friends take advantage of the holiday break as they flock to amusement parks in Quezon City and Manila for a fun-filled day of games and rides on Dec. 22, 2024. PHOTOS BY ISMAEL DE JUAN

December 22, 2024

The Bugaan Bridge in Laurel, Batangas, which was damaged by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine last October, remains impassable, as viewed from Tagaytay City, on Dec. 22, 2024. The bridge connects Laurel to Agoncillo town. PHOTOS BY MIKE ALQUINTO

STILL IMPASSABLE

December 22, 2024

Rain or Shine Elasto Painters win against the Terrafirma Dyip, 124-112, in the PBA Commissioner's Cup at the Philsports Arena in Pasig on Dec. 22, 2024. PHOTOS BY RIO DELUVIO

December 22, 2024

US and Philippine soldiers walk during a joint army-to-army exercise between the Philippines and the US at Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija province on March 31, 2023. (Photo by Ted ALJIBE / AFP)

Nation

Philippine military says will acquire US Typhon missile system

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine military said Monday it plans to acquire the US Typhon missile system to protect its maritime interests, some of which overlap with regional power China. The US Army deployed the mid-range missile system in the northern Philippines earlier this year for annual joint military exercises with its longtime ally, but decided to leave it there despite criticism by Beijing that it was destabilizing to Asia. Since then, it has been used by Philippine forces to train for its operation. "It is planned to be acquired because we see its feasibility and its

By Agence France-Presse - December 23, 2024

Imee blasts bid to rush 'bad' budget's passage

Comelec ruling keeps Quiboloy's Senate bid alive

US judge accepts guilty pleas of 2 Quiboloy execs

Health chief warns against holiday binge eating

SC: Suspension of pregnant, unmarried teacher illegal

400K waitlisted residents now eligible for cash aid

Bong Go's poll ratings surge

PGH reveals new facility for indigent patients

Office of Civil Defense (OCD) chief Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno Ariel Nepomuceno. PHOTO BY RENE H. DILAN

3 regions told to make quake plans

SBMA AWARDS Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose Aliño speaks before business representatives during the SBMA Mabuhay Awards 2024 on Dec. 13, where 30 top locators were cited for their exceptional contribution to the growth of the Subic Bay Freeport. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

30 Subic companies honored in Mabuhay Business Awards

Southern Tagalog BJMP facilities on red alert during holidays

Army, police discover arms cache in Camarines Norte and Quezon

An effigy of South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol is seen in a mock prison as protesters take part in a rally calling for Yoon's ouster in front of the Gwanghwamun Gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul on December 21, 2024. (Photo by Jung Yeon-je / AFP)

South Korean president snubs summons for second time

By Agence France-Presse

FILE - This image made available by NASA shows an artist's rendering of the Parker Solar Probe approaching the Sun. It's designed to take solar punishment like never before, thanks to its revolutionary heat shield that's capable of withstanding 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit (1,370 degrees Celsius). (Steve Gribben/Johns Hopkins APL/NASA via AP, File)

NASA's Parker Solar Probe aims to fly closer to the sun like never before

FILE - Pope Francis pushes open the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica, formally launching the Holy Year of Mercy, at the Vatican, Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia, File)

A Holy Year is about to start in Rome. Here's what you need to know

(COMBO) This combination of file pictures created on December 22, 2024 shows then former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump (L) during an election night event at the West Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, on November 6, 2024, and Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino during a press conference on migration at the Presidential Palace in Panama City on December 19, 2024. - Panama's president Jose Raul Mulino on December 22, 2024 dismissed recent threats made by US President-elect Donald Trump to retake control of the Panama Canal over complaints of "unfair" treatment of American ships. (Photo by Jim WATSON and Armando ACEVEDO / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - NO MARKETING - NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS

Panama rejects Trump's threat to take control of Canal

CLOSE MONITORING Members of an Australian disaster response team operate a station to support local authorities in Vanuatu’s capital Port Vila on Dec. 22, 2024, five days after a powerful earthquake struck there. PHOTO FROM AUSTRALIA’S FOREIGN AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT VIA AFP

Large quake hits battered Vanuatu

ROUNDED UP Police arrest supporters of the Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan during a protest demanding his release in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad on Nov. 24, 2024. EPA FILE PHOTO

Pakistan's army courts convict 25 over pro-Khan unrest

An Indian flag flutters behind the statue of a soldier in the city of Bengaluru, Karnataka state, southern India, on Dec. 16, 2024. EPA PHOTO

Thousands arrested in child marriage crackdown

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)

Top Business

PH external debt still manageable – BSP

THE country's external debt ratios stayed at manageable levels as of the third quarter despite additional borrowings, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported late Friday. External debt totaled $139.64 billion in the July-September period, up from $130.18 billion as of end-June. As a percentage of the economy, external debt rose to 30.6 percent from 28.9 percent in the second quarter. Gross domestic product (GDP) expanded to $330.84 billion as of end-September 2024 from $311.22 billion a year earlier. The country's debt service ratio (DSR), meanwhile, rose to 11.6 percent

By Niña Myka Pauline Arceo - December 23, 2024

Analysts see fewer rate cuts in 2025

Bargain hunting may boost stock market

PEZA plans 30 new ecozones next year

Firms in EBET program to get tax breaks

DOE grants training license to 3 LPG groups

October construction projects up 4% from 2023

BAFS issues new standards on organic agriculture

ACEN Corp sets P70-B capex for 2025

CLI to issue P5-B sustainability bonds

First Gen, FEU renew clean power deal for 2 campuses

Wrapping up the year: Tax compliance checklist

Foreign Business

Starbucks workers expand strike across US

Dillon Brooks (left) AFP FILE PHOTO

Sports

Brooks scores 27 points as Rockets beat Raptors

TORONTO — Dillon Brooks scored 27 points, Jalen Green had 22 and the Houston Rockets won in Toronto for the first time in more than five years by beating the struggling Raptors 114-110 on Sunday (Monday in Manila). Alperen Sengun had 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Rockets, who hadn't won in Toronto since Dec. 5, 2019. Current Rockets guard Fred VanVleet scored 20 points for the reigning NBA-champion Raptors in that game. Ja'Kobe Walter fouled out with a career-high 27 points and Chris Boucher and Ochai Agbaji each added 15 as Toronto's losing streak reached seven. The

Kai Sotto solid for Koshigaya in Japan B.League

Peralta cops PH's 4th gold in Asian Youth

PH blanks Indonesia to reach Asean Cup semis

NBA fines Clarkson, 2 others for altercation

Creamline holds volleyball clinic in Canada

Woods, son share halfway lead in PNC

Ratliffe excited to play Ginebra on Christmas Day

LeBron sizzles as Lakers sweep Kings

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of December 20, 2024

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Stock indices as of December 19, 2024

PORTRAIT-BRW-GERARD-CEDRIC-REYES

Leading a new generation toward change

PUBLIC SERVICE EXCELLENCE Muntinlupa receives its 3rd consecutive Seal of Good Local Governance. PHOTO FROM THE CITY GOVERNMENT OF MUNTINLUPA

Muntinlupa celebrates the true heart of its people

THE PERFECT MIX Absolut Vodka and Sprite ready-to-drink alcoholic cocktail is perfect for the holiday season. PHOTO FROM COCA-COLA PHILIPPINES

Absolut Vodka and Sprite ready-to-drink alcoholic cocktail makes its exciting PH debut

Neky and her family (pictured), along with the rest of Barangay Bairan, put up electric-powered Christmas decorations for the first time. PHOTO FROM ABOITIZ POWER

Families in Bairan, Cebu celebrate Christmas with electricity for the first time

LEGACY ALIGNED Top Outstanding Filipino Laureates (Tofil) Chairman Glenn Banaguas (rightmost) presents the certificates of recognition to the speakers at the 2nd Tofil Laureates Conference. PHOTO BY KHRYSTYN ANDAYA

Tofil laureates cite sustainability, resilience among key factors for PH growth

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Tmt Newswire

Metrobank remains ready to serve clients amid holiday festivities

NEED to wrap up your banking errands before Christmas? Select Metrobank branches and its online banking channels remain available as Filipinos ring in the holiday celebrations. Here are Metrobank branches that will be open during the holidays: On Dec. 24 (Tuesday), Metrobank Ortigas-Glas Tower, Ortigas-Emerald Avenue and Pasay NAIA - 3 branches will be ready to serve you. On Dec. 28 (Saturday) and 30 (Monday), several branches nationwide will be open to serve you for your year-end banking transactions. Please visit Metrobank's website, https://www.metrobank.com.ph, for the list of

CHR on the return of Mary Jane Veloso after 14 years

Hannah Kong unveils Festive Days collection, bringing elegance, joy

Make meaningful moments at Sheraton Manila Bay this Christmas

Robinsons Hotels & Resorts wins big at TripZilla Excellence Awards

Agoda reports increased interest in international travel for Filipinos

Pangandaman leads official launch of PhilGeps eMarketplace

Creative Guild elects new officers, sets new vision for 2025

Landco Pacific Corp.'s second US road show celebrates FilAm leaders

Celebrate a merry, stress-free Christmas with Mang Inasal's platters

UnionBank named 'Marketing Team of the Year' at Marketech

Experience the warmth of Filipino care in Philippine Airlines' new film

International Workplace Group to upsize PH hybrid workspace network

US Peace Corps Volunteers and local community leaders visit the giant clams and vibrant coral garden of Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, as part of their five-day workshop on managing marine protected areas. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO/US EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

US Peace Corps hosts marine protection workshop in PH

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'Somewhere in France' exhibition at Alliance Française de Manille

The 2024 Science Film Festival, organized by the Goethe Institut and the University of the Philippines Los Baños College of Development Communication-Department of Science Communication, features the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture “Sowing Seeds: Cultivating Youth's Future in Agriculture,” a career orientation initiative encouraging Southeast Asian youth to engage in agriculture on Dec. 11 and 12, 2024. SEARCA PHOTO

Searca 'Sowing Seeds' youth talk show episodes featured in science film fest

Daram, Samar. PHOTO FROM OCEANA

Green Industries

Samar project aims to reduce 40% postharvest fish loss

The critically endangered Bubalus mindorensis, commonly known as the Tamaraw, is found only on the island of Mindoro in the Philippines. PHOTO FROM TMPF AND BY THE WWF PHILIPPINES

Toyota pledges P3-M fund to protect the Tamaraw

Photo shows the participants during the event where the Nueva Vizcaya Mango Industry Development Council was created. DTI PHOTO

Vizcaya mango council created

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Piolo Pascual embraces the essence of timeless denim

Bong Revilla's holiday gift

Father-son action duo on balancing stardom and public service

Nostalgia, star power shine at Konsyerto sa Palasyo

MTRCB ratings for Metro Manila Film Fest entries

The princess, the sword master and the empress

Alfy Yan follows footsteps of late uncle Rico

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Breaking down barriers on women's perimenopausal and menopausal journeys

Rupert Jacinto's photo exhibit celebrates glamour, advocacy at gala night

Smart brings Max to subscribers

Wellness meets school pride in special edition watches

'#Type1Story' puts spotlight on Type 1 Diabetes

Grand neighbor day

Home finds for the holidays

The Sunday Times Magazine

A great, golden celebration of Filipino film artistry

December 22, 2024

For this festive season, chef Pepa Escalante (inset) prepares her version of teardrop shaped leavened bread accompanied by harissa — a North African spicy chili paste. PHOTOS FROM DLS-CSB

Naan — something new for Noche Buena

The centerpiece of the culinary spread are AlBarakah’s premium shredded corned beef and minced hash corned beef. PHOTOS FROM ALBARAKAH

AlBarakah's Arabian Nights Feast dazzles with authentic halal flavors

Banoffee Jelly Pie

Noche Buena desserts with the unassuming gulaman

Seafood paella PHOTOS FROM CENTURY TUNA

Tuna dishes to keep holiday season fit and festive

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US Peace Corps Volunteers and local community leaders visit the giant clams and vibrant coral garden of Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, as part of their five-day workshop on managing marine protected areas. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO/US EMBASSY

Expats & Diplomats

US Peace Corps hosts marine protection workshop in PH

Stock Watch

Stock indices as of December 20, 2024

The sporty Hyundai IONIQ 5N.
HYUNDAI PHOTO

Fast Times

By Anjo Perez - December 17, 2024

ICTSI subsidiary TecPlata Port Terminal in Argentinahas achieves a milestone by securing certification to handle Neo-Panamax vessels.
PHOTO from ICTSI

Maritime

TecPlata to handle Neo-Panamax ships

By Genivi Verdejo - December 18, 2024

Roy Golez, director of research and consultancy of real estate firm Leechiu Property Consultants, Inc. (LPC). PHOTOS FROM LPC

Build & Design

'Sluggish' NCR residential condo market makes open lots an option

By Cora Llamas - December 17, 2024

Daram, Samar. PHOTO FROM OCEANA

Green Industries

Samar project aims to reduce 40% postharvest fish loss

By Cora Llamas - December 21, 2024

The 2024 Science Film Festival, organized by the Goethe Institut and the University of the Philippines Los Baños College of Development Communication-Department of Science Communication, features the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture “Sowing Seeds: Cultivating Youth's Future in Agriculture,” a career orientation initiative encouraging Southeast Asian youth to engage in agriculture on Dec. 11 and 12, 2024. SEARCA PHOTO

Campus Press

Searca 'Sowing Seeds' youth talk show episodes featured in science film fest

By Leander C. Domingo - December 23, 2024

PORTRAIT-BRW-GERARD-CEDRIC-REYES

Boardroom Watch

Leading a new generation toward change

By Khrystyn Andaya - December 20, 2024

Photo shows the participants during the event where the Nueva Vizcaya Mango Industry Development Council was created. DTI PHOTO

Agribusiness

Vizcaya mango council created

By Leander C. Domingo - December 19, 2024