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Day: December 1, 2024

Farm Fresh’s Tubu Chosen PVL Press Corps Player of the Week.

Pasig City: Trisha Tubu is leaving a good impression at the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference, towing Farm Fresh to a 25-23, 25-21, 25-14 victory over Akari at Philsports Arena in Pasig City on Saturday. According to Philippines News Agency, Tubu had 21 points on 18 attacks and three blocks as the Foxies posted their first win in the 2024-2025 All-Filipino Conference. For her brilliant showing, Tubu was chosen as the third PVL Press Corps Player of the Week for the period Nov. 26 to 30. She beat Cignal’s Gel Cayuna and Jackie Acuña, Capital1 winger Heather Guino-o, ZUS Coffee

D’Navigators Iloilo Conclude 2024 Spikers’ Turf Invitational with Victory Over Martelli Meats.

San Juan: D’Navigators Iloilo closed out their 2024 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference campaign on a high note, posting a 25-17, 25-14, 25-20 victory over Martelli Meats at FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan on Sunday. Kyle Angelo Villamor led the D’Navigators with nine attacks, two blocks, 12 excellent receptions, and five digs. According to Philippines News Agency, D’Navigators finished the tournament with a 2-7 record, placing eighth out of the 10 teams in the competition. Earlier this year, the team placed fourth in the Open Conference. Coach Boyet Delmoro praised his players for their perseverance amid challenges, stating, “Despite being

Trump Warns of 100% Tariff on BRICS Nations Over Dollar Alternatives.

Washington: US President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to BRICS nations, threatening a 100-percent tariff on any country within the bloc that attempts to move away from the US dollar in international trade. This ultimatum comes amid growing discussions among BRICS members about lessening their reliance on the dollar. According to Philippines News Agency, Trump took to Truth Social to express his concerns over the potential shift, emphasizing that the era of passively watching BRICS nations-comprising Russia, India, China, and South Africa, along with new members Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates-move away from the dollar

US Monitors Escalating Tensions in Northwest Syria as Armed Groups Advance.

Washington: The US is closely monitoring the escalating situation in Syria, according to a statement Saturday from National Security Council spokesman Sean Savett. The statement criticized the Assad regime for its refusal to engage in the political process outlined by UN Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 2254. According to Philippines News Agency, the statement specified that the United States has no involvement in the offensive led by Hay’at Tahir al-Sham (HTS), which is recognized as a terrorist organization. Savett emphasized the need for immediate de-escalation, protection of civilians and minority groups, and the commencement of a credible political process to resolve