Daybreak Runners

MARGINALIA; The Sage of Jamaran

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 22 June) As soon as I learned of the US bombing of three Iranian nuclear sites early this morning — June 22, 2025 — the Sage of Jamaran immediately came to my mind. Long before he became “Imam” to a nation or “Ayatollah” to the …

After bucking the odds vs Magnolia, TNT ready to make most out of second chance in semis

MANILA, Philippines — On to the next. Despite punching their ticket to the semifinals, the happiness of escaping a twice-to-win quarterfinal disadvantage will be short-lived, TNT Tropang 5G head coach Chot Reyes acknowledged. Reyes and his depleted Tropang …

DOT eyes tourism growth through esports events

MANILA, Philippines — The successful hosting of the M5 World Championship has positioned the Philippines as a serious contender in the global esports ecosystem — not only as a competitive gaming hub but as a rising destination for esports tourism. With the …

Lara Quigaman finishes Early Childhood Education studies in Canada

MANILA, Philippines — Actress and former beauty queen Lara Quigaman has graduated Early Childhood Education degree in Vancouver, Canada.  Lara shared photos and videos from her graduation on Instagram.  “Convocation Day. Graduation with Distinction, …

Bruce fights back with birdie barrage as Guce, Del Rosario make cut

MANILA, Philippines -- Samantha Bruce mounted a strong comeback from an early stumble, firing a string of birdies to stay in contention for a breakthrough Epson Tour victory before play was suspended due to darkness in the second round of the Island Resort …

Sunkissed Lola's 'HKP' sets mood for digital series 'Si Sol at si Luna'

MANILA, Philippines — Original Pilipino Music (OPM) band SunKissed Lola’s hit song "HKP" set the tone for episode three of Puregold’s digital series "Si Sol at si Luna," starring Zaijan Jaranilla and Jane Oineza. “Parang alanganin pang …

Lee masters the winds, storms to 4-shot lead at Women's PGA

MANILA, Philippines -- Jeeno Thitikul came in as the hunted, but it was Minjee Lee who emerged unfazed by the swirling Texas winds that swept through the Fields Ranch East course, turning moving day at the Women’s PGA Championship into a brutal battle for …

Palace announces additional holidays in June, July

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang has declared public holidays on several days in June and July. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed 13 proclamations declaring public holidays in various parts of the country to mark local festivals and founding …

ITCZ, habagat to bring rain to parts of Mindanao, Luzon

MANILA, Philippines — Some areas in Luzon and Mindanao may experience rain on Sunday, June 22, due to two weather systems, the state weather bureau PAGASA said. According to PAGASA, the Southwest Monsoon, locally known as “habagat,” may affect the western …