A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake rocked central Myanmar on Friday, causing widespread panic and the collapse of several buildings in Mandalay, the country’s second-largest city. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake struck at a shallow depth of 10 km, with a strong aftershock following soon after. Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos as…
Miami, USA – Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala wrapped up her remarkable campaign in the 2025 Miami Open after pushing World No. 4 Jessica Pegula to the brink in a grueling three-set semifinal on Friday. Pegula eventually secured a hard-fought 7-6 (3), 7-5, 6-3 victory to advance to the final. Despite the loss, the 19-year-old…
Alex Eala Pulls Off Stunning Upset Against World No. 2 Swiatek, Advances to Miami Open Semifinals Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala made headlines after delivering a stunning upset at the Miami Open, defeating World No. 2 Iga Swiatek to advance to the semifinals. Eala showcased incredible skill and determination, overpowering the tournament’s top seed in…
ISABELA – The collapsed Cabagan-Santa Maria Bridge in Isabela had defects in all 12 of its segments, according to Senator Alan Peter Cayetano during the Senate Blue Ribbon Subcommittee hearing on Wednesday. Cayetano cited reports from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) between 2018 and 2020, which revealed cracks, snapped bolts, and deformed…
Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala has reached a new milestone in her career, securing a spot in the quarterfinals of the Miami Open after Spain’s Paula Badosa withdrew due to injury. This marks Eala’s first-ever appearance in a WTA 1000 quarterfinal, a historic achievement that highlights her rise among the world’s elite players. At just…
Miami Gardens, Florida – Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala delivered a stunning upset against Australian Open champion Madison Keys on Day 6 of the Miami Open, securing a hard-fought victory at the Hard Rock Stadium on March 23, 2025. The 19-year-old Eala displayed her signature resilience and precision, holding her own against the experienced Keys…
MANILA, Philippines – Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala delivered the biggest win of her career, stunning former French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko in a thrilling 7-6(2), 7-5 upset at the 2025 Miami Open. The 19-year-old’s victory not only marks her first triumph over a multiple Grand Slam winner but also her first win against a…
The online scam linked to ORM and 2orm continues to target Filipinos, frequently changing its website to evade detection. Many victims have reported financial losses after being lured into the fraudulent scheme, which promises high returns before disappearing and rebranding under a new domain. Recently, a new website associated with the scam has emerged: https://2orm.ph-24.com/login?code=NjY2NjY2….
Davao City – Former President Rodrigo Duterte has called on his successor, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., to uphold fairness and a level playing field in the upcoming May elections. Speaking at the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Laban‘s first National Coordination Meeting on Thursday night, Jan. 30, Duterte emphasized the need to avoid any form of threats…
Veteran actress and Queen of Philippine Cinema, Gloria Romero, has passed away at the age of 91. The heartbreaking news was shared by her daughter, Maritess Gutierrez, in a Facebook post. “It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my beloved mother, Gloria Galla Gutierrez, aka Gloria Romero, who peacefully joined our…