2 die, 3 hurt in Negros in ‘treasure hunt’ gone bad

DUMAGUETE CITY: Police are investigating the circumstances behind the reported gas poisoning that claimed the lives of two persons during an alleged treasure-hunting activity in Siaton town, Negros Oriental.

A report from the Negros Oriental Police P…

Nike to cut 2% of global workforce amid restructuring

ISTANBUL: American athletic footwear and apparel corporation Nike will cut two percent of its global workforce amid a corporate restructuring plan.

“We are not currently performing at our best, and I ultimately hold myself and my leadership team acco…

Death toll in Davao de Oro landslide climbs to 96

DAVAO CITY: The death toll of the recent massive landslide in Barangay Masara, Maco town in Davao de Oro has climbed to 96, the municipal government announced Friday night.

At least 18 people are still missing, it added in a public post.

On Thursday…

Water conservation measures reinforced at Army camp in Capiz

ILOILO CITY: Water conservation measures are already in place in Camp General Macario Peralta Jr., one of the biggest camps of the Philippine Army, in Jamindan, Capiz, according to the 3rd Infantry Division Public Affairs Office (3DPAO) on Friday.

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YouTube counts 2.7B active users as it turns 19

ISTANBUL: YouTube, the world’s biggest video-sharing platform with over two billion active users, turned 19 this month.

Founded on Feb. 14, 2005 by three entrepreneurs, it was acquired by the technology giant Google for USD1.65 billion slightly over …

Bacolod City aids unlicensed tricycle operators secure permits

BACOLOD CITY: This city government assists unlicensed operators and drivers to legitimize their operations as thousands of passenger tricycles ply the roads without the necessary permits.

Data on Friday showed that 2,375 of the 4,647 registered motor…

Quang Ninh to have 62 new tourism products in 2024

Quang Ninh: The northern border province of Quang Ninh, home to UNESCO-recognised World Natural Heritage Site Ha Long Bay, plans to put 62 new tourism products into operation in 2024 to increase experiences, extend the length of stay, and promote the …