Unverified info about attacks in Mindanao being spread via chat
The public is being called to avoid spreading unverified information being passed around on social media and online messengers following a string of attacks...
‘Manila is the new Baguio?’ Behind the unusual drop in temperatures
The unusual chilly weather in Metro Manila and in other parts of the country made some Filipinos feel as if they were in the...
Duterte says church bombing a ‘suicide’ attack but military says otherwise
President Rodrigo Duterte said on Tuesday twin explosions that killed 20 people in a church on a southern island at the weekend may have...
Philippine bishops seek forgiveness for silence on concerns about Duterte
MANILA — In a rare move, the largest group of Catholic bishops in the Philippines has sought forgiveness for its lengthy silence over "disturbing issues", such as...
Angel Locsin to critics body-shaming her: ‘This is my body. This is me.’
Kapamilya actress Angel Locsin shrugged off her bashers who have been continuously criticizing her weight gain on social media in an interview on "Tonight...
Freshwater fish tilapia caught in Pasig River after years of rehabilitation
A part of Pasig River showed great improvement when residents were able to catch tilapia, a common freshwater fish. Photos of Filipinos from Barangay 900...
Lapses seen in deadly Jolo bombing despite martial law implementation
The deadly bombings at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cathedral in Jolo, Sulu showed security lapses despite the implementation of martial law. Two improvised explosive...
Alain Robert adds Makati tower to list of dangerous (and illegal) skyscraper climbs
Alain Robert, also known as the "French Spiderman," terrified Makati residents and workers when he climbed the GT International Tower—considered among the tallest buildings...
What good would it do to us to protect the Philippine Eagle?
A student from Colegio de San Juan de Letran appealed on Twitter to help spread awareness on conserving the Philippine Eagle, an endangered bird...
Grateful 94-year-old man sells pens near Intramuros for a living
Social media users urged their friends to buy pens and other writing instruments from a 94-year-old man spotted near an entrance of Intramuros. Facebook user...
Ex-Trump lawyer Cohen to testify at closed U.S. House hearing next week
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump's former lawyer Michael Cohen will testify next week at a closed hearing of the U.S. House Intelligence Committee after postponing...
Initial phase of Manila Bay rehabilitation results in garbage-free coastline
The initial phase of the Manila Bay rehabilitation was praised by Filipinos because of the clutter-free coastline. The changed environment was a result of the...
Award-winning TNT boys praised by Drew Barrymore on ‘World’s Best’ talent show
Hollywood actress Drew Barrymore praised the award-winning Filipino group TNT boys in a teaser video clip she shared for an upcoming talent competition called...
Who is behind the Philippine church bombings?
MANILA — Philippines security forces investigating a deadly twin bombing at a church on a predominantly Muslim southern island are zeroing in on what they say...
Fake online election surveys do not follow international standards
The Social Weather Station warned the public against dubious online election surveys because they do not adhere to international standards on the conduct of...