By ADRIAN STEWART CO The De La Salle University (DLSU) Lady Spikers moved a step closer to an outright finals berth in the UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball tournament after dispatching the University of the East (UE) Lady Warriors, 25-20, 25-18, 25-15, at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion on Wednesday, April 15. The Lady Spikers improved …
Monthly Archives: April 2026
Rain or Shine torches Terrafirma with 22 triples
The Rain or Shine Elasto Painters torched the Terrafirma Dyip from beyond the arc to pick up a 124-117 win and remain unbeaten in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo City. The red-hot Elasto Painters lit it up from downtown by erupting for 22 triples, four of which came …
Horford’s late treys carry Warriors’ win over Clippers
Al Horford connected on four three-pointers in the final 5:37 of a Western Conference play-in game, lifting the 10th-place Golden State Warriors to a 126-121 win over the ninth-place Los Angeles Clippers in Inglewood, California yesterday (Philippine time). Horford’s late-game hot streak was part of a game-ending, 27-13 Golden State run. Stephen Curry punctuated a …
SSS responds to economic challenges with expanded relief programs, ₱60B in support for members and pensioners
QUEZON CITY (April 16, 2026) – Following the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and under the guidance of Social Security Commission (SSC) Chair Secretary Frederick D. Go, the Social Security System (SSS) is strengthening access to its existing programs in response to rising energy costs, inflationary pressures, and the broader economic impact of ongoing …
Still relying on imports? | Sugar sector not self-sufficient yet despite SIDA
By CESAR JOLITO III The sugar sector should have already reduced its dependence on imports and significantly improved production output seven years following the enactment of the Sugarcane Industry Development Act (SIDA), a senator said. Speaking as guest of honor during the 30th Panaad sa Negros Festival’s opening ceremony, Senator Joseph Victor Ejercito expressed concern …
Transport group dismayed over low turnout in strike
By CESAR JOLITO Transport group Bacolod Alliance for Commuters, Operators and Drivers (BACOD) – Manibela expressed disappointment over the lack of support from various sectors during a protest rally and transport strike in Bacolod City yesterday. In an interview, BACOD-Manibela President Rudy Catedral said the demonstration, held near the flyover in Barangay Bata, turned into …
Tooth decay, the why and what
By Dr. Joseph D. Lim Tooth decay, also known as dental caries or cavities, is one of the most common chronic diseases worldwide. It affects people of all ages. Tooth decay occurs when the hard outer layer of the teeth, known as enamel, is gradually destroyed by acids produced by bacteria in the mouth. Although …
Rash judgments, detraction, calumny
By Fr. Roy Cimagala They often go together and we are very much prone to them. Thus, we have to be properly guarded, training ourselves to practice restraint and to be quick to rectify once we fall into them. We are reminded of this phenomenon in that gospel episode where the usual critics of Christ …
Trump, the pope and us
By Herman M. Lagon Donald Trump recently went after Pope Leo XIV, calling him “weak” and implying he should keep out of world issues. It came out in that familiar tone — straight, cutting, almost like it was obvious. The pope did not respond like that. He stayed where he has always been — talking …
Van driver in deadly road crash to face criminal raps
By CESAR JOLITO III The local government of San Carlos City is set to file criminal cases against the owner and driver of a refrigerated van involved in a fatal road accident that left one person dead and several others injured on April 10. City officials confirmed that the move follows a review of the …