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Washington, United States — US President Donald Trump has threatened to open new fronts in his tariffs war by announcing reciprocal levies on other countries as soon as Tuesday, branding this “the only fair way” to trade. Trump’s fresh salvo could bring a broad tariff hike to emerging market economies like India and take aim at European Union value-added taxes, fanning tensions with the bloc, analysts warn. What are reciprocal tariffs? Tariffs are taxes imposed on goods imported from another country. As for reciprocal tariffs — during election campaigning, Trump promised: “An eye for an eye, a tariff for a […]…

Keep on reading: What are reciprocal tariffs and who might be affected?

Ashley Ortega clarified that there is no bad blood between her and Mavy Legaspi’s rumored ex-girlfriend Kyline Alcantara, amid Ortega’s romantic involvement with Legaspi. Ortega, who confirmed her relationship with Legaspi on the February 11 episode of “Fast Talk With Boy Abunda,” was asked if she had the chance to speak with Alcantara. “Nag-usap na ba kayo ni (Have you ever spoken to) Kyline Alcantara? Are you friends?” Abunda asked Ortega. The “Pulang Araw” star shared that she interacted with Alcantara during a taping for the Sunday noontime show “All-Out Sundays,” “Actually, yesterday, I was with her kasi nag-’All Out […]…

Keep on reading: No beef between Ashley Ortega, Kyline Alcantara over Mavy Legaspi

Reserve Malik Beasley scored 24 points and Cade Cunningham added 20 points and seven assists to guide the visiting Detroit Pistons to a 132-92 rout of the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday in the NBA. The Pistons never trailed while shooting 53.1 percent from the field. Their biggest advantage was 49 points. Detroit has won three games in a row and five of its past seven. The Pistons matched their season high for points allowed while limiting the Bulls to 35 percent shooting overall, and Chicago went just 10-for-47 from long range. READ: NBA: Pistons start fast, hang on to defeat […]…

Keep on reading: NBA: Pistons lead by as high 49, embarrass Bulls

WASHINGTON — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he was ready to swap land in negotiations with Russia, which freed at least one American prisoner in what US President Donald Trump described Tuesday as a goodwill gesture on ending the war. Zelensky has in the past has refused to cede any territory after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. But in an interview with The Guardian published Tuesday, he said Kyiv was ready for serious talks ahead of a Friday meeting at the Munich Security Conference with US Vice President JD Vance — a vocal critic of US military support […]…

Keep on reading: Zelensky offers land swaps as Russia lifts Trump with prisoner release

MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (Caap) is recruiting a new batch of students to be trained in air traffic management as the aviation sector continues to show recovery since the pandemic. In a statement on Tuesday, Caap announced it had started accepting applications for the Comprehensive Air Traffic Service Course-Batch 19 to develop more air traffic management officers. Applicants can submit the requirements until May 30. Qualified candidates will take an exam on June 28, with passers proceeding to the interview stage and a medical examination. READ: Caap lauds security man, passenger for honesty The […]…

Keep on reading: Caap recruits students for air traffic management 

Karl-Anthony Towns recorded 40 points and 12 rebounds, Josh Hart added a season-high 30 points, and the New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 128-115 on Tuesday in Indianapolis. Hart also had 10 rebounds and five assists while shooting 12 of 16 from the field. Miles McBride added 15 points for New York, which drew clear in the fourth quarter to win the season series against Indiana 2-1. New York led by eight early in the fourth quarter before using a 13-5 run to go up 116-100 with 5:41 remaining on a layup by Hart. The Knicks remained in control […]…

Keep on reading: NBA: Karl-Anthony Towns scores 40, Knicks top Pacers

Ready to go on an off-the-beaten track solo adventure, or bask in the sun on another tropical island getaway with your SO? The Metrobank Travel Fair 2025 has you covered. Discover exclusive travel deals and discounts to fuel your wanderlust! Plus, a chance to win prizes or earn cashback during the event.  Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend with Exclusive Travel Deals   This Valentine’s Weekend, February 14 to 16, 2025, head over to the Glorietta Activity Center, from 10AM to 8PM for The Metrobank Travel Fair 2025 in Manila! Whether you’re going solo, enjoying a date with your SO, or spending a post-Galentine’s […]…

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Estranged couple Priscilla Meirelles and John Estrada reunited anew for their only daughter Anechka who recently celebrated her 13th birthday. Meirelles gave a glimpse of Anechka’s music-themed party through her Instagram page on Tuesday, Feb. 11. One of the photos shows Anechka and her dad sharing a hug, while another snap shows her and her parents posing for a photo beside the cake. “My love, my heart explodes with joy at the thought of your happiness! As your mother and your all-time best friend, nothing makes me happier than seeing you smile,” the beauty queen-actress addressed her daughter in the […]…

Keep on reading: Priscilla Meirelles, John Estrada together on daughter’s birthday

Ja Morant recorded 26 points, seven rebounds and six assists to help the Memphis Grizzlies post a 119-112 victory over the host Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night. Phoenix’s Kevin Durant scored 34 points on 12-of-18 shooting and became the eighth player in NBA history to reach 30,000 career points. His total sits at 30,008. The loss was the fifth in six games for the Suns, while Memphis won for the 11th time in 13 games. READ: NBA: Kevin Durant becomes 8th player to score 30,000 points Ja on being a KD fan: "He's one of the greats… so I honored […]…

Keep on reading: NBA: Grizzlies spoil milestone night for Suns’ Kevin Durant

MANILA, Philippines — A proposed bill designed to boost digital connectivity in the Philippines is raising alarms among geopolitical experts and consumer groups, who warn that its oversight loopholes could invite foreign espionage, cyberattacks, and widespread scam syndicates. Certified as urgent by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Senate Bill 2699, or the Konektadong Pinoy Act, aims to modernize data transmission infrastructure. However, experts warned that by weakening regulatory oversight, the bill could expose the nation’s telecommunications networks to serious security threats. In an issued statement, Professor Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit, president of the international think tank Stratbase Institute, cautioned that the […]…

Keep on reading: ‘Konektadong Pinoy’: Groups warn of security loopholes in bill