Struggling to believe Stranger Things’ Jim Hopper as the ‘good guy’? You’re not alone

The first half of Stranger Things’ (2016–) final season has received almost 60 million views in five days – making it Netflix’s largest ever...

Philippines’ slow growth raises chance of December rate cut, says central bank chief

MANILA — A slower growth outlook for the Philippines raises the chances of another policy rate cut at a policy review next week, the central bank governor...

UP-PGH performs first successful pediatric liver transplant in government hospital

The UP-Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) has successfully performed its first pediatric liver transplant in a government hospital, according to UP-PGH. The procedure saved a nine-year-old...

Commuter gets free jeepney ride in Davao City after driver’s son passes board exam

A commuter in Davao City got a free ride thanks to a generous jeepney driver celebrating his son’s success in the November Civil Engineers...

Skusta Clee’s viral hit ‘Kalimutan Ka’ dominates 2025 YouTube Music rankings

YouTube Philippines has unveiled its Top 10 Music Videos for 2025, and leading the pack is none other than Skusta Clee with his viral...

Philippine shares slide on growth worries; Indonesia reverses early gains

Thai baht strengthens as gold prices rebound Indonesian shares touch record of 8,669.187 points Indian rupee weakens to an all-time low Philippine shares led...

Kim Kardashian’s brain scan shows ‘low activity’ and holes. I’m a brain expert and...

A recent episode of the The Kardashians shared some startling news about Kim Kardashian’s brain. Discussing Kim’s recent brain scan, her doctor pointed out “holes”...

‘Katabi niya lang’: Pinoys feel ‘goosebumps’ over resurfaced Kim Chiu feng shui reading

Filipinos admitted to feeling "goosebumps" after seeing an old video of actress-host Kim Chiu being warned by a feng shui consultant about a possible...

Philippines growth likely to be below government target this year, Balisacan says

MANILA — The Philippines is very unlikely to meet even the lower end of its target range for growth this year, Economic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan...

‘Drive-thru with a twist’: Customers amuse crew using mic and speaker

Drive-thru customers of a homegrown fast food chain amused Filipinos by using a microphone and speaker to relay their orders to a crew member. TikTok...

What charges does Benjamin Netanyahu face, and what’s at stake if he is granted...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested a pardon in his long-running corruption trial – a move that has set off alarm bells among...

Metro Pacific Tollways lists P20 billion maiden bonds on Philippine bourse

SINGAPORE — Philippine toll road operator Metro Pacific Tollways Corp said on Tuesday it listed its first peso bond issue worth P20 billion ($341.63 million) on...

Cebu LGU hires wing van driver dismissed after using company vehicle for ‘Tino’ rescue

A wing van driver who was fired after using a company vehicle to rescue people from floodwaters during Typhoon Tino (International name: Kalmaegi) has...

The photo that became a symbol for Hong Kong’s deadly fire

HONG KONG — It was a clear autumn afternoon with blue skies and a cool breeze as Wong set off to pick up his granddaughter from school. The...

How Pope Leo reacted to migrant Filipino woman’s story in Lebanon

Pope Leo XIV on Monday said migrants’ experiences must push Christians to oppose war and build communities where no one seeking safety feels unwelcome,...