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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 […]…

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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 […]…

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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

The website of Kanye West’s Yeezy fashion brand was offline Tuesday, Feb. 11, after it began selling plain white T-shirts with a swastika. The site displayed the message “Something went wrong” and “This store is unavailable.” West, who now calls himself Ye, appeared in a commercial for the site that aired in Southern California during the Super Bowl. In the low-budget ad, the rapper was sitting in what appeared to be a dentist’s chair, flashing a set of diamond-encrusted dentures, and saying he had spent all the money for the commercial on the new teeth. He told viewers he had […]…

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MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation’s (NBI) filing of criminal cases against Vice President Sara Duterte will not affect the impeachment proceedings to be done by the Senate. This was according to Senate President Chiz Escudero who explained on Wednesday that the two proceedings may even be conducted simultaneously. “This will not affect the impending impeachment proceedings. This has no bearing to that. In fact, that can be done simultaneously — it can go on first or follow. It has not bearing to the impeachment proceedings to be conducted by the Senate,” Escudero told reporters speaking partly in […]…

Keep on reading: Chiz Escudero on NBI’s filing of criminal charges vs Sara Duterte

Phoenix forward Kevin Durant made two free throws with 1:11 left in the third quarter of the Suns’ Tuesday home game against the Memphis Grizzlies to become the eighth player in NBA history to reach 30,000 career points. Durant needed 26 points prior to the contest to join the exclusive group. He got to 30,000 in 1,101 games, tying Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for third fastest. Wilt Chamberlain (941) and Michael Jordan (960) got there faster. Durant had just two points in the first quarter Tuesday but erupted for 17 on 7-of-8 shooting in the second quarter to get into position. READ: […]…

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Disc jockey Jellie Aw accused her fiancé Jam Ignacio of allegedly beating her as she shared photos of her swollen and bruised face on social media. Jellie made the accusation against Ignacio, the ex-boyfriend of actress-TV host Karla Estrada, through her Facebook page on Wednesday, Feb. 12. “HAPPY VALENTINE’S? T***a mo, Jam Ignacio. Mapapatay mo ko wala akong ginawang masama para ganituhin mo ko. Halos mamatay ako sa ginawa mo! Papakulong kita (You could have killed me when I have not done anything wrong. You almost killed me! I will have you jailed)!” Jellie said in the caption. On her […]…

Keep on reading: Jam Ignacio, Karla Estrada’s ex, accused of mauling fiancée Jellie Aw