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UST-Legazpi shines in 2023 Bar exams with 2 on top passers’ list
LEGAZPI, Philippines – The University of Santo Tomas-Legazpi produced two new lawyers who ranked among the top 10 in the 2023 Bar examinations. They are Nathaniel Niño Tang, who ranked 4th, and Zes...
View ArticleQatar emir calls on UN to force Israel into talks to end Hamas war
DOHA, Qatar – Qatar’s emir on Tuesday, December 5, called on the UN Security Council to force Israel to return to the negotiating table over the war in Gaza, saying the inaction by the international...
View ArticleRappler Talk: In conversation with Ephraim Bie, 2023 Bar topnotcher
MANILA, Philippines – Out of 3,812 passers of the 2023 Bar examinations, Ephraim Bie of the University of Santo Tomas (UST) emerged as No. 1 with a grade of 89.2625%. Bie is the first graduate from...
View ArticleCignal completes PVL semis cast; shorthanded Creamline still sweeps elims for...
MANILA, Philippines – The protagonists in the 2023 PVL Second All-Filipino Conference semifinals are now complete after the Cignal HD Spikers secured the fourth and final spot on Tuesday, December 5,...
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PH still among lowest in math, science, reading in global student assessment
MANILA, Philippines — Once again, the Philippines ended up among the countries which produced the lowest proficiency for young learners in reading, mathematics, and science, as indicated by the...
View ArticleHouse supports Marcos’ peace initiative; SB19 claims rights to name | The wRap
Today on Rappler – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: House party leaders pledge ‘unwavering support’ for Marcos Jr.’s peace initiative A day after Vice President Sara Duterte...
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FACT CHECK: Marcos, Duterte did not order Vice Ganda to leave the country
Claim: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte have ordered comedian and talk show host Vice Ganda to leave the country. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: As of writing,...
View ArticleBadoy also cited in contempt for lying during House inquiry
MANILA, Philippines — Hours after citing Jeffrey “Ka Eric” Celiz in contempt, the House of Representatives also zeroed in on Lorraine Badoy, likewise citing her in contempt for her “refusal to answer...
View ArticleLeBron James, Lakers relish in-season tourney matchup vs Suns
In his 21st season, LeBron James gets a new stage to operate on when the Los Angeles Lakers play host to the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday (Wednesday, December 6, Manila time) in a quarterfinal game of the...
View Article25 dead in Antique bus accident
CEBU, Philippines – Twenty-five people reportedly died in a bus accident that happened in Hamtic town in Antique province on Tuesday, December 5. According to officials, more than 50 passengers were...
View ArticleWATCH: A warm Thomasian Tiger welcome for 2023 Bar topnotcher Ephraim Bie
MANILA, Philippines — After acing the 2023 Bar Examinations, Ephraim Bie was welcomed by his proud fellow Thomasian Tigers during a victory event held on Tuesday night, December 5, at the University...
View ArticleRhenz Abando, Anyang deal TNT 4th straight loss in EASL
MANILA, Philippines – The losses continued to pile up for the TNT Tropang Giga in the East Asia Super League (EASL) as they fell prey to Rhenz Abando and the Anyang Jung Kwan Jang Red Boosters,...
View ArticleAño supports peace talks with rebels; La Salle wins UAAP finals | The wRap
Today on Rappler – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: NTF-ELCAC’s Año welcomes return to peace talks with communist rebels National Security Adviser Eduardo Año welcomes the...
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‘Balik na uli sa Taft ang korona’: Internet celebrates DLSU’s first UAAP...
Animo, La Salle! The battle cry of De La Salle University (DLSU) filled the Araneta Coliseum on Wednesday, December 6, as the Green Archers won against the University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting...
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Nobel Peace Prize winners Maria Ressa, Tawakkol Karman meet Pope Francis
MANILA, Philippines – Two female winners of the Nobel Peace Prize, Maria Ressa of the Philippines and Tawakkol Karman of Yemen, met Pope Francis on Wednesday, December 6, to present a landmark...
View ArticlePutin, flanked by Russian fighters, jets into Middle East to meet Saudi’s MbS
MOSCOW, Russia – President Vladimir Putin was escorted to the Middle East by four Russian fighter jets on Wednesday, December 6, for a rare trip abroad, during which he will discuss oil, Gaza and...
View ArticleChamp at last: Topex Robinson ends ‘runner-up curse’ with La Salle
MANILA, Philippines — For the first time ever, coach Topex Robinson is a collegiate champion. After falling short with San Sebastian and Lyceum in the NCAA, and even lagging 0-1 against UP in the UAAP...
View ArticleMVP Kevin Quiambao plans Japan trip to mull next career move
MANILA, Philippines – It remains uncertain whether Kevin Quiambao will return for the La Salle Green Archers’ title defense next UAAP season. Quiambao is set for a vacation in Japan as he mulls his...
View Article[WATCH] 2023 Bar: Stories of perseverance and success
MANILA, Philippines — Like in the past years, the announcement of Bar results was filled with mixed emotions like nervousness, excitement, and joy. As the Supreme Court announced the list of...
View ArticleMagnolia routs Blackwater to stay perfect; NorthPort adds to Converge’s misery
MANILA, Philippines – The Magnolia Hotshots continued their undefeated run in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup, pulling away from the Blackwater Bossing late for a 105-84 thrashing at the PhilSports Arena...
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