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SAN FRANCISCO, United States — Samsung regained its position as the top smartphone seller, wresting back the lead from Apple as Chinese rivals close the gap on both market leaders, industry tracker International Data Corporation (IDC) reported Monday. South Korea-based Samsung overtook Apple as worldwide smartphone shipments grew nearly 8 percent in the first quarter of this year to 289.4 million, IDC said, citing its preliminary data. It was the third consecutive quarter of growth in the global smartphone market, signaling that a recovery from a slump in the sector is underway, according to IDC. IDC Worldwide Mobility and Consumer […]...

Keep on reading: Samsung returns to top of the smartphone market — industry tracker

MANILA, Philippines — Davao del Norte 1st District Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez said his call for the country’s police and military to withdraw their support from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. cannot be deemed seditious. According to the former speaker of the House of Representatives, his appeal is not the same as advocating a coup-d’état style of withdrawing support from the current administration because “ it was done in a peaceful and orderly manner.” “How can we consider that seditious or disorderly conduct when it was done in a peaceful and orderly manner?  There is really dissatisfaction within the AFP (Armed Forces […]...

Keep on reading: Alvarez says Marcos support withdrawal call is not seditious

Answering the probably most popular question about him, 22-year-old Andres Muhlach spoke about his love life and revealed that he hasn’t had any official romantic relationship since birth. Andres made this revelation during a recent media conference with Viva Artists Agency. “I haven’t had a girlfriend my whole life, really. I’m not saying that I’m looking for one right now but I’m more focused with work really,” he stated. When asked about his thoughts on having a love-team partner, the young celebrity said he’s willing if such an opportunity comes, but that he’s “not looking for one.” Andres was quite […]...

Keep on reading: Andres Muhlach reveals he never had girlfriend at 22

PANAMA CITY — The number of ships allowed through the drought-hit Panama Canal each day will be increased thanks to signs of an improvement in water levels, authorities said Monday. The interoceanic channel is a key transit point for international cargo, but low water levels blamed on climate change and the El Nino phenomenon last year led officials to limit the number of vessels using it. The Panama Canal Authority said Monday that it had informed clients it would gradually allow up to 32 ships through per day, compared with a limit of 27 announced a month ago. READ: Panama […]...

Keep on reading: Drought-hit Panama Canal to ease traffic restrictions

MANILA, Philippines — Land Transportation Office (LTO) head Vigor Mendoza II said Tuesday that drivers whose licenses expired from April to August 2023 should now apply for renewal as plastic cards are already available for them. According to Mendoza, drivers should renew and claim their plastic license cards from April 16 to 30 because those who fail to do so will face penalties. “‘Yong mga na-expire last year ng April tsaka ‘yong mga nag-expire na po no’ng nakaraang taon ng Abril hanggang Agosto of last year, renew ‘yong kanilang lisensiya, at kunin ‘yong plastic card po nila,” Mendoza said in […]...

Keep on reading: LTO: Plastic cards ready for expired April-Aug 2023 driver's licenses

MANILA, Philippines — The earnings of food service giant Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. of the Po family in 2023 surpassed the P1-billion mark as its sales improved despite inflationary pressures. The operator of Shakey’s Pizza, Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken & Sauce Bar, and Potato Corner on Monday reported a 23-percent increase in net income to P1.08 billion, while sales expanded by 32 percent to P18.64 billion, their stock exchange filing showed. “The investments in our brands, our stores, and our people are all designed to deliver the best value to our guests, which is especially relevant in this kind of […]...

Keep on reading: Shakey's booked P1.08-B profit in 2023

Written by: Annelle Tayao-Juego Bright and pleasant” isn’t exactly a description one would associate with a hospital, but it’s the experience one gets when walking through the halls of the newly opened Healthway Cancer Care Hospital (HCCH) in Taguig City—where world-class, holistic, and affordable treatments are developed with the well-being of Filipino cancer patients in mind. Located in the Arca South community just a few minutes from Bicutan exit along the Southern Luzon Expressway, HCCH is part of AC Health’s Healthway Medical Network, and is the Philippines’ first dedicated cancer hospital. It’s founded on the belief that “every cancer patient […]...

Keep on reading: PH’s 1st dedicated cancer hospital rises in Taguig City

MANILA, Philippines — Tantoco family-led specialty retail firm SSI Group Inc. ended 2023 with an all-time high of P2.58 billion in earnings as consumer spending on international fashion brands continues to rebound post-pandemic. SSI on Monday said their net income last year surged 34 percent, while revenues rose by 16.6 percent to P27.7 billion. In the fourth quarter—considered the most consumption-heavy season due to Christmas shopping—the company booked P1.1 billion in earnings, up by 4.1 percent. This accounted for nearly half of SSI’s full-year income. SSI is the local operator of several international clothing brands, including Lacoste, Gap, Marks and […]...

Keep on reading: SSI Group's 2023 profit hits P2.58B

Almira Cercado of P-pop girl group 4th Impact said she and her sisters are not “irresponsible pet owners,” weeks after their online fundraising campaign for their 200 Shih Tzu dogs was taken down. In February, the quartet drew backlash from the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) and netizens after opening a fundraising campaign on GoFundMe’s official website to build a “farm lot for our 200 Shih Tzu dogs.” The fundraiser was eventually removed from the platform days later. On Monday, April 15, Almira took to Instagram to defend herself and her sisters Irene, Mylene, and Celina following the incident, stressing […]...

Keep on reading: Almira says 4th Impact not ‘irresponsible’ after dog fundraiser backlash

Slumped on his club, head buried in his arm, Rory McIlroy looked on the verge of tears.