Fuel price surge pushes Philippine inflation above BSP target
MANILA — The Philippines’ annual inflation rate accelerated more than expected in March, breaching the central bank’s 2% to 4% target range, driven largely by a...
Before ‘I do’: New film ‘The Drama’ questions love, truth, what couples hide
A new film explores the uncertainties that can surface before long-term commitment, focusing on how relationships are shaped by truth, perception and personal history.
"The...
Philippine annual inflation quickens to 4.1% in March
MANILA — Philippine annual inflation picked up more than expected in March due mainly to rising transport costs, the statistics agency said on Tuesday. The consumer...
‘Pagpapahirap ng Saja Boys?’: Soldiers in Korean attire on religious float draw attention
Korean soldiers wth Jesus Christ? A religious float in Baliwag, Bulacan during a Holy Week procession drew attention after the soldier figures were spotted dressed...
Artemis II moon crew flies farther than humans have ever gone before
Crew reaches record distance of 252,756 miles from Earth
Astronauts spent six hours surveying far side of moon
Artemis II mission a key step...
‘Parang nag-narrate’: Prayer recording during Holy Week procession sparks buzz
A Good Friday procession in Bulacan drew attention after claims that artificial intelligence (AI) was used to recite prayers during what is traditionally a...
Language gap? Pinoy TikTok users’ mix-up over onion, sibuyas sparks literacy concern
Comments by Filipino TikTok users, seemingly unaware that “onion” is the English term for “sibuyas,” have drawn concern among some social media users. An online...
HBO Max brings ‘Euphoria’ to Coachella with late-night Season 3 premiere
LOS ANGELES — HBO Max will air the third and final season premiere of "Euphoria" on Sunday, April 12, at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts...
Backlash mounts over video of youths allegedly abusing pregnant cats in Tarlac
Trigger Warning: Contains descriptions of alleged animal cruelty An online uproar followed online after a video showed young individuals allegedly abusing pregnant cats by placing...
Catch ’em all in real life: Pokémon sneakers, apparel and smartwatch faces are here
A new set of collaborations is bringing Pokemon into everyday wear and digital routines, from sneakers to smartwatches, as the franchise marks 30 years...
Oil prices rise as US-Israeli war with Iran continues to disrupt supply
Strait of Hormuz closure disrupts Middle East oil exports, refiners seek alternatives
Trump threatens further action if Strait remains closed, Iran allows passage for...
Cebu taxi scam on TXT member Soobin reach Korean media
The taxi scam experience of Choi Soobin, leader of K-pop group TXT (Tomorrow x Together), in Cebu has made headlines in Korea. In an April 1 vlog, Soobin recounted...
Philippine peso loses most among muted Asian currencies
The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the U.S. dollar at 0208 GMT. CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLAR Currency
Latest bid
Previous day
Pct Move Japan yen
159.620
159.56
-0.04 Sing dlr
1.286
1.2865
+0.02 Taiwan dlr
31.972
31.949
- Korean...
Holy See, Philippines mark 75 years of diplomatic ties
The Holy See and the Philippines will mark 75 years of diplomatic relations with a commemorative Mass in Manila this month. The Apostolic Nunciature said...
New web app teaches Filipino language with culture
A new web app offers users access to Filipino lessons, flashcards and pronunciation practice with additional features available through a paid tier.
The platform, called...