With 4,000-store goal in 2017, Jollibee eyes bigger Asian footprint

The bee's quest for world domination kicks into high gear this year. With Jollibee's global footprint in 12 countries and 3,948 stores, Jollibee Foods is aiming to hit 4,000 stores this year across its portfolio of brands, which includes Mang Inasal, Chowking, Red Ribbon and Dunkin' Donuts.
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FOCUS | In TRAIN, we don’t raise funds to pay debts, but to invest...

The tax reform package that the Executive is prodding Congress to pass is not so much about merely taxing people but "about investing in our country's future," said a Finance department official who has been explaining the measure to lawmakers and stakeholders.

Tim Orbos is new DOTr undersecretary

Thomas "Tim" Orbos, who served for over a year as Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) general manager, has been appointed undersecretary at the Department of Transportation.

DUTERTE-KIM MEETING | Support for war on terror extends beyond Marawi siege: US

The United States has affirmed full support for the Philippines in its fight against terrorism, and is ready to assist even when the siege of Marawi ends, in terms of rehabilitating the once-bustling Islamic city ravaged by a 6-week-old war.

North Korea test-fires intermediate range ballistic missile ahead of G20 summit

North Korea test-launched an intermediate-range ballistic missile on Tuesday, South Korean and US officials said, days before leaders from the Group of 20 nations are due to discuss steps to rein in Pyongyang's weapons programs.

Europe-based Pinoys compete in 24-hour ultrarunning race in Ireland

For the first time, a team of Filipino ultramarathon runners competed in the 12th International Association of Ultrarunners 24-Hour World Championships held last weekend...

SC upholds Duterte martial law in Mindanao

(UPDATED - 3:30 p.m.) The Supreme Court has upheld President Rodrigo Duterte's martial law in Mindanao, dismissing petitions against the chief executive's May 23 declaration to address the crisis in Marawi City.

Cuba diversifies ‘options for love’ via state-run motels

Cuba is reviving a network of state-run "love motels" in Havana where couples can rent rooms by the hour as the communist government seeks to "diversify options for love."

3 suspected drug pushers slain in Caloocan

Three suspected illegal drug pushers were killed during a buy-and-bust operation inside Amparo Subdivision in Barangay 179, Caloocan City early Tuesday, July 4.

Daniel Padilla joined by Vice Ganda, Billy Crawford in restaurant venture

The sports bar called District 8 Manila will formally open on August 8.

Trillanes: We have a problem if JV gets upset by my statements but sees...

While Sen. Trillanes is open to being investigated and disciplined by the Senate panel, he said the Upper Chamber would "really have a problem" if senators like JV Ejercito were getting upset by his statements but were not troubled by President Rodrigo Duterte's rape comments.

‘VICTORY IS VERY NEAR’ | ISIS cornered in Mosul as Iraq prepares victory celebrations

Islamic State fighters were battling to hold on to the last few streets under their control in the Old City of Mosul on Monday,...

WATCH | Two killed in ‘high-tech’ suspected drug den in Caloocan

This house on Barangay 26 in Caloocan City isn't the usual place of abode that you see in depressed areas. It is surrounded by closed-circuit television cameras and has a door with a one-way mirror.

LOOK | Jollibee celebrates 1,000th store opening; gives Php10 million for young farmers’ education

The iconic fast-food chain's milestone store features hip interiors with modern Filipino accents.

Illegal drug trade in Bilibid grows back allegedly involving PNP-SAF troopers

Like weeds that keep growing back, narcotics trade has again sprouted from the National Bilibid Prison a year after the Duterte administration carried out its anti-drug war campaign.