# ambush (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover ambush. Page: Feed: --- ## [Freak car accident forces Kira Ellis out of Asian Games](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/freak-car-accident-forces-kira-ellis-out-of-asian-games/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By MARK REY MONTEJO Rising triathlon star Kira Ellis has withdrawn from national team duty for the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya 20th Asian Games due to knee injuries she sustained after getting hit by a car, she announced Friday, Aug. 21. Ellis, 19, said she was hit by a car and suffered a “few broken bones \[…\] ## [Nontshinga guns for repeat against Suganob in ‘Kumong Bol-anon 26’](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/nontshinga-guns-for-repeat-against-suganob-in-kumong-bol-anon-26/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ CEBU CITY – Former world champion Sivenathi “The One” Nontshinga of South Africa will travel to Bohol to take on one of the fastest-rising Filipino boxers. Nontshinga vowed to go home a winner. Nontshinga expressed confidence of scoring a repeat when he and Boholano boxer Regie “Filipino Phenom” figures in a grudge rematch in the \[…\] ## [Ninoy’s assassination remembered at NAIA rites](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/ninoys-assassination-remembered-at-naia-rites/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ The 43rd anniversary of former Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr.’s assassination was commemorated Friday, Aug. 21, at the airport where he was killed, with rites recalling his sacrifice and its role in the fight for democracy. National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) Chair Regalado Trota Jose Jr. offered flowers at the site where Aquino \[…\] ## [Speed skater Fernandez bags second gold in Asian Open](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/speed-skater-fernandez-bags-second-gold-in-asian-open/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By MARK REY MONTEJO Keirsten Fernandez showcased excellent control and blazing speed en route to her second victory at the 2026 Asian Open Short Track Speed Skating Trophy in India Thursday, Aug. 20. Following her historic first gold in the 1,000-meter event a few days ago, the 13-year-old Fernandez struck gold anew, this time \[…\] ## [Ara Mina, nilinaw naging ugnayan nila noon ni Manny Pacquiao!](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/ara-mina-nilinaw-naging-ugnayan-nila-noon-ni-manny-pacquiao/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By DELIA CUARESMA Isa si Ara Mina sa pinakamagandang sexy stars noong panahon niya. Naturalmente, tumatabo sa takilya ang mga pelikula niya. Kaakibat ng pagsikat ay ang pagkakasangkot niya sa mga kontrobersya, lalo na sa usaping pag-ibig. Isa sa mga na-link sa kanya noon ay ang tanyag na boksingerong si Manny Pacquiao. Naging sila nga \[…\] ## [Palaro standout Della bags silver 4th Southeast Asia Open Water meet](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/palaro-standout-della-bags-silver-4th-southeast-asia-open-water-meet/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ BORACAY – In a rousing international debut, Palarong Pambansa standout Anton Paulo Dominick Della secured an age group silver in the men’s 10-kilometer race kicking off the 4th Southeast Asia Open Water Championships presented by the presented by the Philippine Sports Commission here Friday. Swimming in ideal conditions at the 1.66-kilometer course off the Boracay \[…\] ## [Flame-lighting event for Asian Games torch relay held in Hiroshima](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/flame-lighting-event-for-asian-games-torch-relay-held-in-hiroshima/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By JIJI PRESS HIROSHIMA, Aug. 21 (Jiji Press) — A flame-lighting event for the torch relay for the upcoming Asian Games took place in the western Japan city of Hiroshima on Thursday. Hideaki Omura (center), governor of Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, Kazumi Matsui (second from left, back), mayor of the city of Hiroshima, western \[…\] ## [Loan collector killed in Rizal jeepney crash](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/loan-collector-killed-in-rizal-jeepney-crash/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By TRIXEE ROSEL A 43‑year‑old loan collector was killed after a passenger jeepney swerved into the opposite lane and slammed into her motorcycle in San Mateo, Rizal, Thursday night, Aug. 20. CCTV footage taken shortly after 6 p.m. showed the jeepney veering into the opposite lane and hitting the victim along General Luna Avenue in \[…\] ## [Mom, 2 kids found dead inside car in Bulacan](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/mom-2-kids-found-dead-inside-car-in-bulacan/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By FREDDIE VELEZ A woman and her two young children were found dead inside a car in a remote vacant lot in Barangay Talacsan, San Rafael, Bulacan, on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 20. Police said they received a report at 2:11 p.m. from a concerned citizen about a suspicious silver vehicle abandoned in the area. Authorities \[…\] ## [US Open raises stakes with record $5.5M winner’s prize](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/us-open-raises-stakes-with-record-5-5m-winners-prize/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. Open singles champions will earn $5.5 million, the highest winnings in Grand Slam tennis history. Overall compensation for the final major of the year is rising to a record $108 million, a 20% increase from last year and a 44% jump since 2024. The financial \[…\] ## [One Cloud, Every AI Layer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/t69GW6h0LLPj) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Run agents, inference, and infrastructure on one stack — economics improve as you scale. ## [Gilas Women stave off Senegal for winning exit in Olympic pre-qualifying](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/gilas-women-stave-of-senegal-for-winning-exit-in-olympic-pre-qualifying/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By REYNALD MAGALLON The Gilas Pilipinas women’s team narrowly avoided a winless stint in the 2026 FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament after fending off Senegal, 79-75, at the Arena Astros in Guadalajara, Mexico on Friday, Aug. 21. Vanessa de Jesus, Sophia Dignadice and Kacey Dela Rosa conspired in the Nationals’ strong effort in the middle \[…\] ## [SGA makes strong statement with demolition of Taipei Blue](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/21/sga-makes-strong-statement-with-demolition-of-taipei-blue/) _2026-08-21 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By MARK REY MONTEJO Strong Group Athletics closed out its three-peat bid with a statement win over Chinese Taipei Blue, 117-74, but was eventually relegated to the battle for 5th place in the 2026 William Jones Cup at the Xinzhuang Gymnasium Thursday, Aug. 20. The Philippine-based club imposed its will throughout the contest, dominating \[…\] ## [Pinay speed skater Fernandez makes history](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/19/pinay-speed-skater-fernandez-makes-history/) _2026-08-19 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By MARK REY MONTEJO Keirsten Layne Fernandez etched her name in the annals of Philippine sports history after delivering the country’s first-ever gold medal in the 2026 Asian Open Short Track Speed Skating Trophy in India Tuesday, Aug. 18. The 13-year-old Fernandez pulled off a stellar performance in the Junior C Girls category where she \[…\] ## [North fends off South fightback, secures 7-5 Foursomes win](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/19/north-fends-off-south-fightback-secures-7-5-foursomes-win/) _2026-08-19 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ CAGAYAN DE ORO — Team North appeared headed for another runaway victory after racing to a commanding lead, only to find itself fighting for every point down the stretch before escaping with a crucial 7-5 victory over South in Foursomes in Day 2 of the ICTSI North vs South Elite Junior PGT Championship at the \[…\] ## [Pinoy kickboxers plucks 4 golds in Hong Kong joust](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/19/pinoy-kickboxers-plucks-4-golds-in-hong-kong-joust/) _2026-08-19 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By MARK REY MONTEJO The Philippine national kickboxing team impressed by winning four gold medals in the recent 2nd Cross-Strait Cities Kickboxing Invitational Tournament in Sai Kung, Hong Kong. Guided by coaches Roselyn Hung, Bryan Olod, and Camilo Señeres, the Nationals toppled their rivals with SEA Games champion Gretel De Paz besting hometown bet Chaothai \[…\] ## [Kim Chiu, may death threat na natanggap?](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/19/kim-chiu-may-death-threat-na-natanggap/) _2026-08-19 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By ROWENA AGILADA May bagong issue kay Kim Chiu. Diumano, may death threat sa kanya. Sino naman kaya ang naiinggit o sobra ang galit kay Kim para pagbantaang papatayin siya? Naipaliwanag na niya ang buntis issue sa kanya. Aniya, petticoat lang ’yun sa suot niyang damit. Wala siyang pahayag tungkol sa diumano’y nagpakasal sila ni \[…\] ## [PALABAN! Shannon Sizon, gustong higitan si Angel Castro!](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/19/palaban-shannon-sizon-gustong-higitan-si-angel-castro/) _2026-08-19 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By JUN NARDO Patok sa VMX ang movie ni Angel Castro na “Cream Pie.” Ito ngayon ang nangunguna sa ratings ng adult streaming site. Well, kakaiba rin kasi ang gand ni Angel! May pagka-inosente pero may tinatagong anghang! At wala rin itong takot ibuyangyang ang kanyang kaseksihan! Kaya naman sa mediacon ng VMX special feature \[…\] ## [Junior Altas ramp up NCAA Season 102 prep with 7 new recruits](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/19/junior-altas-ramp-up-ncaa-season-102-prep-with-7-new-recruits/) _2026-08-19 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By MARK REY MONTEJO University of Perpetual Help System Dalta continued to ramp up its readiness for the coming NCAA Season 102 juniors basketball tournament which starts on Sept. 13, at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. Though they have seven new faces, the Junior Altas are out to improve on their quarterfinal \[…\] ## [G. Araneta Avenue floodwaters recede faster after pumping operations](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/19/g-araneta-avenue-floodwaters-recede-faster-after-pumping-operations/) _2026-08-19 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Trixee Rosel Floodwaters along G. Araneta Avenue in Quezon City receded in about an hour and a half on Wednesday, Aug. 19, following pumping and clearing operations amid heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon (habagat). Residents near the San Juan River said the flooding in the area subsided faster than in 2024, when \[…\] ## [Big new beginning for Android-18](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/19/android-18-enters-new-chapter/) _2026-08-19 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By RAMPADOR ALINDOG Fifteen years into their journey, Android-18 is not slowing down. If anything, the pop-punk/pop-rock band appears to be getting more ambitious. The group, Gela Quevedo on vocals, Niokz Arcega, Koy Quevedo and Mark Mendoza on guitars, Kevs Ortillo on bass, and Ian Moral on drums, has officially entered into a new partnership \[…\] ## [International money transfers (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hRddiVcOqA9h) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Send money to other countries and manage multi‑currency balances online. ## [MPBL, EASL forge historic partnership; Abra to represent PH](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/19/mpbl-easl-forge-historic-partnership-abra-to-represent-ph/) _2026-08-19 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ The Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) is proud to announce a landmark strategic partnership with the East Asia Super League (EASL), marking a pivotal moment in the league’s history. This collaboration paves the way for the reigning MPBL champions, the Abra Solid North Weavers, to compete in the 2026-27 EASL season. This partnership signifies the \[…\] ## [Canal cleaning penalties for litterers pushed to curb floods](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/19/canal-cleaning-penalties-for-litterers-pushed-to-curb-floods/) _2026-08-19 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Ellson Quismorio Navotas City lone district Rep. Toby Tiangco has filed House Bill (HB) No. 10841, or the Anti‑Littering Community Service Act, stressing that garbage control is inseparable from flood control. The measure, lodged in the House amid heavy rains and flooding, requires violators caught littering to render community service by cleaning canals, esteros, \[…\] ## [Galdiano finishes at joint 20th in Portland](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/galdiano-finishes-at-joint-20th-in-portland/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Mariel Galdiano closed with a 1-under-par 71 to finish tied for 20th in The Standard Portland Classic at Columbia Edgewater Country Club in Oregon on Monday, Aug. 18 (Philippine time). The Hawaiian of Filipino parentage carded a rollercoaster final round of five birdies against four bogeys to finish with a four-round \[…\] ## [Lawmakers baffled by Gina Acosta’s struggle with Filipino](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/lawmakers-baffled-by-gina-acostas-struggle-with-filipino/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Ellson Quismorio Lawmakers were left puzzled Monday, August 17, after Vice President Sara Duterte’s aide Gina Acosta appeared to struggle with Filipino during her testimony in the Senate impeachment trial, despite records showing she had previously spoken the language with ease. House prosecutor Rep. Ysabel Maria Zamora noted the contrast after Senator‑judge Erwin Tulfo raised \[…\] ## [PNP assures BARMM residents of safety after Macacua’s ambush](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/pnp-assures-barmm-residents-of-safety-after-macacuas-ambush/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Aaron Recuenco MANILA — The Philippine National Police (PNP) assured residents of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) that security forces remain firmly in control following the ambush on Interim Chief Minister Abdulraof “Sammy Gambar” Macacua’s convoy. PNP Chief Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said police commanders have been directed to \[…\] ## [Anisimova is feeling the heat, but is ready for ‘Eala’s Army’](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/anisimova-is-feeling-the-heat-but-is-ready-for-ealas-army/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA World No. 10 Amanda Anisimova wouldn’t be surprised to see a packed crowd rooting mostly for third-round opponent Alex Eala on her home turf when they clash in the Cincinnati Open on Tuesday, Aug. 18 (Philippine time). The ninth seeded American is fully aware of Eala’s growing fan base wherever \[…\] ## [Marcos open to dialogue amid Duterte rift](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/marcos-open-to-dialogue-amid-duterte-rift/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Argyll Geducos Malacañang said Monday it could not confirm reports that Vice President Sara Duterte had sought a private meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. but stressed that the Chief Executive remains open to dialogue with anyone. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro explained that the Palace had received no information about Duterte’s alleged \[…\] ## [Decline in self-rated poverty encouraging, DSWD says](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/decline-in-self-rated-poverty-encouraging-dswd-says/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Ellalyn De Vera-Ruiz The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Monday, Aug. 17 said the decline in the number of Filipino families who consider themselves poor is an encouraging sign as the government continues to expand its social protection programs. The statement came after the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey showed that \[…\] ## [Norwegian exec withdraws Iloilo AI project after outburst](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/norwegian-exec-withdraws-iloilo-ai-project-after-outburst/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Tara Yap ILOILO CITY — A Norwegian company has withdrawn its proposal to build an AI data center in Iloilo province, two days after its executive walked out of a public consultation and hurled expletives at reporters. Daniel Stefan Robertsen informed the local government of Oton that his company, Norway Green Energy, would no \[…\] ## [Baguio rainfall surpasses monthly average in 10 days](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/baguio-rainfall-surpasses-monthly-average-in-10-days/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Zaldy Comanda BAGUIO CITY — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that the city recorded more than 1,400 millimeters of rainfall from August 1 to 10, equivalent to about a month’s worth of rain. PAGASA Baguio Chief Engr. Larry Esperanza said the city received this amount after prolonged torrential rains \[…\] ## [profullstack on Ko‑fi (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/aW78syWS4DI4) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Open the creator's Ko‑fi page. ## [LPA enters PAR, may develop into tropical cyclone — PAGASA](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/lpa-enters-par-may-develop-into-tropical-cyclone-pagasa/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Ellalyn De Vera-Ruiz A low-pressure area (LPA) east of Northern Luzon has entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and could develop into a tropical cyclone within the next 24 hours, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Monday, Aug. 17. PAGASA weather specialist Aldczar Aurelio said the weather disturbance, designated \[…\] ## [Car catches fire on Commonwealth Avenue in QC](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/car-catches-fire-on-commonwealth-avenue-in-qc/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Trixee Rosel A car caught fire while traveling along the eastbound lane of Commonwealth Avenue in Tandang Sora, Quezon City at around 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16. Based on the initial investigation, the car suddenly began emitting smoke while its driver was traveling along the road before it was eventually engulfed in flames. \[…\] ## [Gilas Women begin new era in FIBA OQT clash vs Mexico](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/gilas-women-begin-new-era-in-fiba-oqt-clash-vs-mexico/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By REYNALD MAGALLON The Gilas Pilipinas women’s team begins a new era under new head coach Burke Toews when it tangles against host Mexico in the 2026 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament at the Arena Astros, Guadalajara on Tuesday, Aug. 18 (Manila time) The Nationals take their first test as a team against the World No.31 \[…\] ## [LIST: Flooded roads across Metro Manila amid intense rains](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/list-flooded-roads-across-metro-manila-amid-intense-rains/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Diann Calucin Several roads in Metro Manila were flooded on Monday, Aug. 17, amid persistent heavy rains, according to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA). As of 2:39 p.m., the MMDA reported the following flooded areas: MANILA España Boulevard corner M. Dela Fuente Street — 24 inches, not passable to all vehicles Rizal Avenue \[…\] ## [Alex Santisima Jr. upsets Tapales’ Japanese tormentor](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/alex-santisima-jr-upsets-tapales-japanese-tormentor/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By REYNALD MAGALLON Alex Santisima Jr. pulled off a stunning upset of world rated Yukinori Oguni, winning via an eighth round stoppage in their 10-round junior featherweight bout at the Korakuen Hall on Sunday, Aug. 16. Coming in as a heavy underdog against the former Japanese world champion, who, in his last fight, \[…\] ## [Senate declares Gina Acosta hostile witness over OVP ties](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/senate-declares-gina-acosta-hostile-witness-over-ovp-ties/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Hannah Torregoza The Senate Impeachment Court on Monday, August 17, declared Gina Acosta, Vice President Sara Duterte’s special disbursing officer at the Office of the Vice President (OVP), as the first hostile witness in the ongoing trial over the alleged misuse of confidential funds. Presiding Officer Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero granted the House prosecution \[…\] ## [Alas Pilipinas closes breakthrough worlds campaign in style](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/alas-pilipinas-closes-breakthrough-worlds-campaign-in-style/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ SANTIAGO, Chile — Built on just days of preparation and modest financial support, Caera Celis, Xyz Rayco, Jhaynna Bulandres, Irish Mahinay, Khaira Manzano and the rest of Alas Pilipinas Girls reached uncharted territory. At the FIVB Volleyball Girls’ U17 World Championship, Alas Pilipinas—supported by the Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Olympic Committee, and Asics—showed the talent \[…\] ## [VP Sara targets Madriaga’s affidavit in new complaint](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/vp-sara-targets-madriagas-affidavit-in-new-complaint/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Merlina Hernando-Malipot Vice President Sara Duterte filed a second perjury complaint against Ramil L. Madriaga on Monday, Aug. 17, citing what her camp described as “malicious and deliberate falsehoods” in his sworn affidavit. In a statement, Duterte’s legal counsel Salvador Paolo A. Panelo Jr. said the case stemmed from Madriaga’s Supplemental Affidavit dated April \[…\] ## [Kayla Sanchez out to end medal drought at Asiad](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/kayla-sanchez-out-to-end-medal-drought-at-asiad/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Olympic medalist and national record holder Kayla Sanchez banners the seven-athlete Philippine swimming team that will see action in the 2026 Asian Games in Japan next month. The two-time Olympian, who won one silver and one bronze medal in the relay with Team Canada before representing the Philippines, will be \[…\] ## [Waist-deep floods hit parts of QC as ‘habagat’ persists](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/waist-deep-floods-hit-parts-of-qc-as-habagat-persists/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Trixee Rosel Several parts of Quezon City experienced waist-deep flooding as rains brought by the southwest monsoon, or “habagat,” persisted on Monday, Aug. 17. The deepest flooding, reaching 37 inches, was recorded along Caragay Street and Dulo Interior West Riverside in Barangay Damayan as of 11:20 a.m., according to the city’s latest road assessment. \[…\] ## [Three killed in Zambo shooting spree](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/three-killed-in-zambo-shooting-spree/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Liza Jocson ZAMBOANGA CITY — A spate of gun attacks over the weekend left three men dead in separate incidents across the city, underscoring the surge of violence involving firearms. At 3:15 a.m. on Saturday, August 15, delivery rider Alnasar Abdihadi, 20, was shot while in Purok 2, Southcom Village, Barangay Upper Calarian. He \[…\] ## [Taguig responds to 911 criticism, netizen retracts remarks](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/taguig-responds-to-911-criticism-netizen-retracts-remarks/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Jonathan Hicap The Taguig City government clarified its response to a 911 emergency call involving a 70‑year‑old man who suffered a heart attack in Barangay Maharlika Village on August 15, after actor and performer Basty Askri criticized the hotline and emergency services in a viral post. In its statement, the city said the Unified \[…\] ## [Ateneo wins first game since tragic deaths of Baterbonia and Adili](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/ateneo-wins-first-game-since-tragic-deaths-of-baterbonia-and-adili/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By MARK REY MONTEJO Rene Clert Baterbonia and Divine Adili, touted as the future of Ateneo but died tragically in Aurora training camp two months ago, must now be smiling from above. That’s because the Ateneo Eagles won their first game since that harrowing accident by downing the Our Lady of Fatima Phoenix, 71-60, \[…\] ## [Contraband crackdown nets ₱192-M smuggled cigarettes](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/contraband-crackdown-nets-%e2%82%b1192-m-smuggled-cigarettes/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Liza Jocson and Glazyl Masculino Law enforcement agencies intercepted more than ₱192 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in separate maritime operations in Sulu and Negros Occidental last week. In Parang, Sulu, Naval Command Western Mindanao personnel under Naval Task Force 61 stopped a motorized banca on Friday, August 14, and discovered 695 master cases of \[…\] ## [UE, UP make early statements as season gets underway](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/ue-up-make-early-statements-as-season-gets-underway/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ 2026 UAAP VALORANT Tournament Standings Group A: UE – 3pts (1-0-0) AdU – 1pt (0-1-0) UST – 1pt (0-1-0) Ateneo – 0pts (0-0-1) Group B: UP – 3pts (1-0-0) NU – 1pt (0-1-0) DLSU – 1pt (0-1-0) FEU – 0pt (0-0-1) Games today (MVP Studios) 10:30 a.m. – ADU vs Ateneo 1 p.m. – NU \[…\] ## [Part of century-old building’s canopy collapses in Mandaluyong](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/part-of-century-old-buildings-canopy-collapses-in-mandaluyong/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ By Richielyn Canlas A part of a century-old building’s canopy collapsed along Kalentong Street in Daang Bakal, Mandaluyong City on Sunday, Aug. 16. The Mandaluyong City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office said that the structure involved is a privately-owned building that had previously been condemned by the Mandaluyong City Engineering Department. Engineer Cris Roxas \[…\] ## [David Licauco steals the show, tops 5K race](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/david-licauco-steals-the-show-tops-5k-race/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ David Licauco stole the show in the Quezon City leg of the Rexona 10 Miler Series 2026, topping the 5K race on Sunday at UP Diliman Grounds. The celebrity, who is also a hybrid fitness racer and track runner, paced the men in the 5K race as he crossed the finish line in 19:31 with \[…\] ## [Knights beat Yangkees by 43; Voyagers back into orbit](https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2026/08/17/knights-beat-yangkees-by-43-voyagers-back-into-orbit/) _2026-08-17 · Tempo Desk · Tempo_ San Juan sustained its rise while Pasay City returned to orbit on Saturday in the SportsPlus MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) 2026 Season at the Pasay Astrodome. 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