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Motivated FEU aims to build on latest V-League title run

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MANILA, Philippines — The Far Eastern University (FEU) Tamaraws continue to celebrate the rise of Philippine men’s volleyball as they prepare to challenge the top club teams in the country’s Spikers’ Turf league.

For the second consecutive year, FEU asserted their dominance by ruling the V-League Men’s Collegiate Challenge. In a thrilling winner-take-all match, the Tamaraws swept their opponents from De La Salle University with set scores of 25-15, 25-22, and 25-23.

https://sports.inquirer.net/643674/motivated-feu-aims-to-build-on-latest-v-league-title-run

V-League: FEU rallies past La Salle for title repeat

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MANILA, Philippines — Far Eastern University completed its comeback after sweeping rival La Salle in Game 3, 25-15, 25-22, 25-23, to claim its second straight V-League Men’s Collegiate Challenge championship on Friday at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City.

The Tamaraws crawled their way back from a 10-15 deficit in the third set and overcame their opponents with resilience and determination. Their impressive performance secured their dominance in the league and thrilled their supporters throughout the match.
https://sports.inquirer.net/643665/v-league-feu-rallies-past-la-salle-for-title-repeat

I have more to give, says Abueva after career-high

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ANTIPOLO—Calvin Abueva pounded the center court of Ynares Center on Wednesday before raising his finger up in the sky after a performance that propelled Titan Ultra to a winning start to its PBA voyage.

Beyond giving the league’s newest ballclub a 100-96 victory over the Meralco Bolts in the Philippine Cup here, Abueva also showed his determination and skill that could make a significant impact this season.
https://sports.inquirer.net/643491/i-have-more-to-give-says-abueva-after-career-high

UAAP: FEU Tamaraws finally break through–and it feels familiar

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UAAP Schedule: Season 88 Basketball Tournament

MANILA, Philippines – Sean Chambers has seen this happen before. His Far Eastern University squad would fight its way to the end, and the Tamaraws would eventually wind up with close defeats.

In the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament, it’s happening again.

“I say this humbly and respectfully. We felt…

https://sports.inquirer.net/643106/uaap-feu-tamaraws-finally-break-through-and-it-feels-familiar

UAAP: Ateneo fends off La Salle rally to remain perfect at 4-0

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UAAP Schedule: Season 88 Basketball Tournament

MANILA, Philippines—The duo of Dominic Escobar and Kymani Ladi made the most of their first and last taste of the storied Ateneo-La Salle rivalry.

Bolstered by the efforts of these one-and-done cogs, the Blue Eagles managed to escape the Green Archers with an 81-74 victory. This came after squandering a commanding lead in the UAAP Season 88 basketball tournament.

https://sports.inquirer.net/643085/uaap-ateneo-fends-off-la-salle-rally-to-remain-perfect-at-4-0

UAAP: FEU ends winless start, beats Adamson

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UAAP Season 88 Basketball Tournament Schedule

MANILA, Philippines—Far Eastern University finally barged into the win column at the expense of Adamson, 64-58, in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament on Sunday.

Mo Konateh dominated in the paint to power the Tamaraws with a monster double-double of 18 points and 21 rebounds, while Kirby Mongcopa…

https://sports.inquirer.net/643047/uaap-feu-ends-winless-start-beats-adamson

UAAP: UST bounces back, clobbers UE in men’s basketball

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**UAAP SCHEDULE: Season 88 Basketball Tournament**

**MANILA, Philippines** — University of the Santo Tomas made sure to bounce back in its own backyard on Saturday in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament.

Following a close loss to National University, the Growling Tigers gave the Thomasians at the Quadricentennial Pavilion a treat with a dominant 111-99 victory.
https://sports.inquirer.net/642918/uaap-ust-bounces-back-clobbers-ue-in-mens-basketball

TaskUs opens 11th Philippine site in Las Piñas

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MANILA, Philippines — US-based outsourcing company TaskUs Inc. has unveiled its 11th site in Las Piñas City, further expanding its presence in the Philippines.

The company announced that it is targeting to increase the number of “teammates” or employees at its Las Piñas office to 1,500, up from the current 700, by the end of this year.
https://business.inquirer.net/550605/tasksus-opens-11th-philippine-site-in-las-pinas

PVL: Brooke Van Sickle keeps family ties ‘all business’ on court

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MANILA, Philippines — Brooke Van Sickle welcomes the rare chance to be coached by her parents as Petro Gazz gears up for redemption in the upcoming PVL Reinforced Conference.

Gary Van Sickle has been appointed as head coach, replacing interim mentor Brian Esquibel, while Brooke’s mother, Lisa, will serve as assistant coach.

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https://sports.inquirer.net/642660/pvl-brooke-van-sickle-keeps-family-ties-all-business-on-court

Magnitude 6.9 earthquake strikes Eastern Visayas region, Philippines; no tsunami warning

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Magnitude 6.9 Earthquake Strikes Eastern Visayas Region, Philippines; No Tsunami Warning

A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck near the Eastern Visayas region in the Philippines, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The quake was shallow, raising initial concerns about possible tsunami threats.

Authorities have reported that there is no tsunami warning following the earthquake, providing some relief to residents in the affected areas.

A man inspects a damaged building and car in the aftermath of the earthquake in the Philippines, July 28, 2022. (Photo Credit: REUTERS/LISA MARIE DAVID)

Officials continue to assess the situation to determine the full extent of the damage and to ensure the safety of local communities.

https://www.jpost.com/environment-and-climate-change/article-869118