Two-level reading space in Makati fuels hopes for more public reading spots
The pop-up of One Ayala’s “The Stacks” in Makati City has book lovers and other Filipinos hoping that similar reading spaces will soon open...
Philippine Q4 growth skids to 5-year low, raises odds of further rate cuts
Q4 growth comes in sharply below expectations
Full-year growth well below government target
Weak growth opens door to further interest rate cuts MANILA — Philippine economic...
‘Para ‘di ka umiyak’: Ticketing service shares tips to avoid losing tickets at events
A major ticketing service has issued tips and reminders to concert and eventgoers to prevent losing their tickets. On Wednesday, January 28, SM Tickets released an...
Philippines hosts ASEAN foreign minister retreat to tackle regional issues
CEBU, Philippines — Foreign ministers from Southeast Asia began a meeting on Thursday to tackle key issues in the region, including tensions in the South China...
Tilapia on the loose! Fish makes daring escape from bucket in Oriental Mindoro
In a hilarious moment, a fish made a daring escape from a bucket, startling a woman who had caught it. Footage captured by Kaihla Mae...
Japan-born pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei arrive in China as bilateral ties freeze
BEIJING — Giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei arrived in Sichuan province on Wednesday, China's panda research base said in a social media post, leaving Japan without...
Viral comment clarified: Anne Curtis explains ‘di ‘wag kang manood’ remark
Actress-host Anne Curtis said that she did not intend for her viral response to an online user about not watching her upcoming movie to...
Catholic leaders confront internal challenges, push collaboration
The country’s Catholic bishops and religious leaders acknowledged deep internal challenges while calling for stronger unity to confront Church failures and national crises. The unusually...
‘Calm, steady, dedicated:’ Tributes for former Comelec spokesperson James Jimenez
Tributes poured in for former longtime Comelec spokesperson James Jimenez following the announcement of his death on Wednesday, January 28. The Commission on Elections (Comelec)...
Prank gone wrong: Online community weighs in after teens’ vehicle fired upon in Batangas...
A doorbell prank by six Grade 12 students in Lipa City, Batangas, whose vehicle was fired upon by an irate homeowner, has sparked discussions...
Anne Curtis, other Pinoys raise concerns over Nipah virus outbreak in India
Actress-host Anne Curtis expressed concern over the deadly Nipah virus, as some countries tighten airport security measures. The showbiz personality reacted Tuesday, January 27, to...
Atomic scientists set ‘Doomsday Clock’ closer to midnight than ever
The metaphorical clock is set to 85 seconds to midnight
Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists created clock in 1947
Nuclear risks, AI, climate...
No Nipah virus cases detected in China, state media says
BEIJING — No Nipah virus infections have been detected in China, but there are risks of imported cases, state broadcaster CCTV reported on Tuesday, citing the...
Smart train companion: New app helps commuters navigate Metro Manila trains with ease
A train commuter has developed a mobile app aimed at helping busy passengers and persons with disabilities (PWDs) navigate Metro Manila’s rail system more...
Mattel taps into ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ fan craze with new doll line
Mattel unveils lineup of dolls at Nuremberg Toy Fair
Mattel worked closely with Netflix for faster development
Singing dolls feature Billboard hit, signature...