Teen chess player misses flight due to DSWD delay
Teenage chess player Ruelle Canino sought government assistance to obtain her Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) clearance for a trip to Mongolia.
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World Cup
The Philippines is actively involved in international sports events, including hosting the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup from November 21 to December 7, 2025. Gilas Pilipinas will also compete for a spot in the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifiers, with assistant coach Sean Chambers representing the country at the draw event in Doha, Qatar on May 13, 2025.
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Last updated at April 27, 2025.
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International Master Paulo Bersamina secured second place at the Bangkok Chess Club Open in Thailand on Monday, April 22.
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LA Tenorio leads Philippines' U16 team at FIBA SEABA Qualifiers
Former Gilas Pilipinas standout LA Tenorio will lead the Philippines' team at the FIBA U16 Asia Cup SEABA Qualifiers as head coach of the national youth squad, marking his coaching debut.
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Philippine hosts inaugural FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup Nov 21-Dec 7
The Philippine women's national futsal team will host the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup from November 21 to December 7, with expectations of inspiring more young athletes to take up the sport.
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Chot Reyes wins 10th PBA championship, leading TNT to comeback victory
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Gilas U18 roster announced for Fiba U18 Asia Cup in Jordan
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Gilas Pilipinas Women lose 87-62 to Senegal in World Cup qualifier
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