Imposed flexibility or face-to-face? Why CHED’s policy proposal faces some opposition
Not all educational courses can be handled exclusively through online classes, including science-related degrees. This was among the top complaints about the Commission on Higher...
Why COVID-19 cases are still climbing when more Filipinos are getting vaccinated
An infectious disease expert refuted the social media myth that “COVID-19 cases increase as vaccines start rolling out.” Dr. Melvin Sanicas, also a Filipino vaccinologist...
Lea Salonga other personalities show love for BTS’ new single ‘Butter’
Lea Salonga and other celebrities expressed their support for Korean group BTS's new single and music video "Butter” released on Friday, May 21. This would be...
7 Chinese original romance dramas you can watch on iQiyi
Online video platform iQiyi has unveiled seven brand new Chinese drama originals that couch potatoes can enjoy watching online this month. The platform with a...
Close to 500 houses for families displaced by Marawi siege now built
Nearly 500 house units for families who were displaced by the conflict in Marawi have been built in the war-stricken area, according to a...
FDA recommends not using syringes from Chinese firm after safety issues with vaccine injections
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday asked healthcare providers to stop using certain syringes and needles manufactured by Chinese medical device maker Guangdong Haiou...
‘She wanted to please her country’: Miss Universe 2020 makeup artist shares anecdote about...
Miss Universe 2020 makeup artist Derek Muñoz revealed a piece of information about Rabiya Mateo, the Philippines' bet to the recently-concluded pageant, in a...
Rundown: Summer food deals to beat the heat
With spontaneous travels and vacation plans put on hold by the pandemic for safety reasons, some are just savoring their much-needed summer breaks at...
Two AstraZeneca shots could be 85-90% effective, UK data suggests
LONDON — Two doses of the Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine may be around 85% to 90% effective against symptomatic disease, Public Health England (PHE) said on...
#TaasKamao pictures, comic strips taunt NTF-ELCAC spox concern vs AP Non’s ‘raised fist’ photo
(Updated June 11, 2021; 10:01 a.m.) Photos and memes of Filipinos raising their clenched fists in the air surfaced online to defend community organizer...
Forest rangers struggle to prevent poaching amid lockdowns
SINGAPORE — Ranger Atul Deokar's walkie-talkie crackled one October night. He heard his colleagues' panicked voices shouting for back-up: They had been surrounded by 70...
‘All-star voice cast!’: English version of ‘Trese’ anime series features Hollywood actors with Pinoy...
The voice cast of the English version of Netflix's animated adaptation of Filipino graphic novel "Trese" is comprised of Hollywood celebrities with Pinoy blood. The streaming...
BioNTech CEO says vaccine up to 75% effective against India variant
ISTANBUL — BioNTech SE Chief Executive Ugur Sahin said on Thursday the COVID-19 vaccine it developed with Pfizer Inc is expected to be 70% to 75% effective...
Ben&Ben to perform new tracks in virtual concert
Are you ready to watch Ben&Ben perform live again? The celebrated folk group will hold a virtual concert on Saturday, May 22 exclusively on streaming service...
Two fans, one stand: How some Filipinos are dealing with Luzon’s high heat index
As the heat continues to prevail in several parts of the country, some Filipinos thought of creative ways on how they could survive the...