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Filipinos celebrate Pacquiao’s latest victory

Filipinos celebrate Pacquiao’s latest victory

MANILA, Philippines – Filipinos nationwide Sunday rejoiced over boxing hero Manny Pacquiao’s latest victory, broadcast live from Texas, after officials vowed that the Philippines would be spared... 

Arroyo lauds Pacquiao’s patriotism, perseverance

Arroyo lauds Pacquiao’s patriotism, perseverance

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on Sunday lauded boxer Manny Pacquiao for his “unselfish patriotism” and “unyielding perseverance” after he defeated Ghana’s Joshua Clottey via unanimous... 

Billionaire Pacquiao banks $12M more

Billionaire Pacquiao banks $12M more

DALLAS – Manny Pacquiao is now a certified billionaire, based on his earnings on the ring. Counting his guaranteed purse $12 million for his fight with Joshua Clottey at the Cowboys Stadium, the 31-year-old... 

Roach gives Manny A-plus

Roach gives Manny A-plus

DALLAS – Despite Manny Pacquiao’s failure to knock out Joshua Clottey, trainer-coach Freddie Roach said he was pretty much satisfied with the way his ward fought. “I give him an A+,” said Roach.  ...

Pinay designer wins UK fashion award

Pinay designer wins UK fashion award

LONDON – From a tropical country where few people wear hats, a Filipino fashion designer and milliner, actress and musician has won the British Council’s Young Fashion Entrepreneur (YFE) Award for... 

Villar most trusted presidential bet

Villar most trusted presidential bet

MANILA, Philippines – Sen. Manny Villar Jr. is the most trusted presidential candidate in the May 10 elections, according to the latest Pulse Asia survey. Villar received a 70-percent majority trust... 

Lea’s New York cabaret debut March 9

Lea’s New York cabaret debut March 9

Yes, Lea Salonga will have her New York cabaret debut at the famous Cafe Carlyle in an exclusive three-week engagement for The Journey So Far, from March 9 to 27. This was confirmed by Funfare’s Big... 

Gibo woos MBC, aims for 8% RP growth

Gibo woos MBC, aims for 8% RP growth

MANILA, Philippines – Administration presidential candidate Gilbert Teodoro is aiming for eight percent annual growth for the country throughout his six-year term if elected. Addressing members of... 

Gibo, Eddie, Erap name potential Cabinet members

Gibo, Eddie, Erap name potential Cabinet members

MANILA, Philippines – Presidential candidates who attended a forum with the business community on Tuesday gave glimpses on who they want to appoint as Cabinet officials if they win on May 10. At the... 

Cousins Gibo, Noynoy take different stands on dynasties

Cousins Gibo, Noynoy take different stands on dynasties

They may be cousins running for president in the May elections, but they have varying opinions regarding political dynasties. In a forum organized by the Foreign Correspondents’ Association of the...