Philippines Q2 GDP grows 5.5% y/y
MANILA — The Philippine economy PHGDP=ECI grew by 5.5% in the second quarter of 2025 from a year earlier, official data showed on Thursday, compared to the previous quarter's 5.4%...
‘Hello’: Marvin Agustin plays along with viral ‘August 10’ meme
Actor-restaurateur Marvin Agustin amused Filipinos by sharing a meme that plays on his last name and the date August 10. The showbiz personality on Thursday,...
Spotted: New visitor policies implemented at historic San Agustin Church
The management of the historic San Agustin Church in Intramuros, Manila, issued new visitor guidelines to maintain order and sanctity of the sacred site amid...
How Manny Jacinto reacted after bagging ‘Freakier Friday’ lead
Filipino-Canadian actor Manny Jacinto was in disbelief when he landed the lead male role in Disney’s much-anticipated sequel to the beloved “Freaky Friday,” titled...
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is attracting huge audiences worldwide – young Philadelphians told us K-pop...
“Born with voices that could drive back the darkness,” the character Celine, a former K-pop idol, narrates at the start of Netflix’s new release...
Fur parent lets pet dog sit on table at food establishment in Pasig mall
A fur parent drew criticism after allowing her pet dog to sit on top of a table at a food establishment inside a shopping...
LTO’s plate distribution caravan in QC: What you need to know
Motorcycle owners who have yet to receive their license plates are invited to join the Plate Distribution Caravan launched by the Land Transportation Office...
Philippines gross foreign reserves at $105.7 billion at end-July
MANILA — The Philippines' gross foreign reserves PHFXR=ECI slightly dropped to $105.7 billion at the end of July, from $106 billion a month earlier, the central bank said on Thursday, citing preliminary data.
The latest forex...
Pen Medina is alive: Son Alex Medina appeals for mass report of death hoax
Actor Alex Medina urged Facebook users to "mass report" a page claiming that his father, veteran actor Pen Medina, has passed away. The younger actor...
Indecisive? Bakery’s tasting box option aims to help Pinoys decide what to order
A homegrown bakery is offering a "tasting box" for customers who cannot decide what to order from its menu. The box is designed for those...
‘I love you’: Did Enrique Gil comment on Liza Soberano’s TikTok post?
Did actor Enrique Gil comment "I love you" on a post by actress Liza Soberano, whom he used to date? Eagle-eyed social media users noticed...
Questions raised as ABS-CBN clarifies reports cited in SC ruling
Questions about the Supreme Court's prudence in ruling on Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment have emerged after a news organization clarified the content of...
Westlife offers Filipino fans chance to join their 25th anniversary concert in London
Irish pop group Westlife is marking its 25th anniversary by giving fans in Asia, including the Philippines, a chance to attend a milestone concert...
Philippines posts strongest growth in a year in second quarter, driven by farm output
Q2 growth above economist expectations
Hitting 2025 growth target feasible, says economic secretary
Rebound in farm sector, domestic demand key growth drivers MANILA — The...
‘A love worth waiting for’: Shaira Diaz, EA Guzman serve K-drama vibes in prenup...
Actress Shaira Diaz on Thursday, August 7, shared her and fiancé Edgar Allan Guzman’s pre-wedding video, describing it as something straight out of a...