Proposed barangay ordinance in Makati draws flak for banning feeding of stray animals
A barangay ordinance in Makati City proposing a ban on feeding stray animals in public places has drawn criticism from Filipinos online.
On Tuesday, October...
‘Ghost charging’: DOE urges drivers to reserve charging stations for actual EVs
The Department of Energy (DOE) reminded drivers to reserve charging stations for actual electric vehicles (EVs) instead of using them as regular parking spots.
On...
Alleged ‘Hollywood Con Queen’ loses fight against extradition from UK to US
LONDON — An Indonesian national dubbed the "Hollywood Con Queen" by the media for allegedly impersonating top female movie industry executives in a seven-year fraud in...
Michelin surprise: Philippine restaurants discover invite in spam folder
Two of the Philippines’ first Michelin-Selected restaurants discovered their recognition in unexpected ways following the release of the country’s inaugural Michelin Guide.
El Poco Cantina owner Richard...
The uneasy history of horror films and disability
Historically, horror films have been popular during times of social upheaval, as they allow audiences to work through collective cultural anxieties by tapping into...
Universal Music Group tops revenue forecasts as Taylor Swift boosts sales
UMG's Q3 revenue beats expectations at 3 billion euros
New Taylor Swift album boosts physical sales but not streaming
UMG artists hold 54%...
FULL LIST: Michelin-starred Restaurants in the Philippines
The 2026 Michelin Guide Manila and Environs & Cebu marks a historic moment as the first edition to celebrate the country’s finest dining establishments. Helm:...
FULL LIST: Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand and Special Award recipients in the Philippines
The inaugural edition of the Michelin Guide Manila and Environs & Cebu 2026 marks a historic celebration of Philippine culinary heritage.
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No longer ‘Prince Andrew’: An expert on how royals can be stripped of their...
Prince Andrew will be stripped of his royal titles, meaning he will no longer be called “prince” or “His Royal Highness”. A statement from Buckingham...
BSP sees October annual inflation at 1.4% to 2.2%
MANILA — The Philippines' annual inflation rate was likely within a range of 1.4% to 2.2% in October, the central bank said on Thursday.
Inflation was 1.7%...
FULL LIST: Michelin-selected restaurants in Philippines
The results of the inaugural edition of the Michelin Guide Manila and Environs & Cebu 2026 were unveiled on Thursday, October 30.
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Malta-born congregation ordains first Filipino priest
The 115-year-old Missionary Society of St. Paul (MSSP) marked a historic milestone with the ordination of its first Filipino priest. Fr. Marco Cabatuando was ordained...
‘Ang galing talaga’: Paper straw mishap causes funny spill at cafe in Quezon City
What was meant to be a simple cafe moment turned into an expected comedy. A video shared by TikTok user @luveleee_y on October 25 captured a...
Drake appeals defamation loss against UMG over Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’
NEW YORK — The superstar rapper Drake is appealing the dismissal of his defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group UMG.AS over Kendrick Lamar's Grammy-winning diss track "Not Like...
Watch: Boy recreates drag queen performance at school event in Cebu
A school performance in Balamban, Cebu City, turned into an instant mood-lifter online. On October 21, TikTok user @dah_vincee shared a funny and lively video...