K-Pop sensation BTS announces return with new world tour

LOS ANGELES — Chart-topping K-pop boy band BTS announced on Tuesday it will embark on a concert tour starting in April after the release of its...

National Museum scientists discover 6 new ant species in the Philippines

The National Museum of the Philippines is starting 2026 with a buzz—literally. Scientists from the National Museum of Natural History have described six new species...

Pope Leo XIV proclaims Franciscan Jubilee Year

VATICAN— Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed a “Special Year of St. Francis” to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the saint’s death. During this time...

Shrek or Buddha? Filipina’s worship story makes headlines online

A story about a Filipina who reportedly mistook a figure of Shrek for a Buddha statue has sparked amusement on social media. According to the...

Filipino film ‘Tigkiliwi’ to compete at prestigious Fantasporto 2026 in Portugal

Filipino cinema continues to make waves internationally as "Tigkiliwi (Lopsided)", directed by Tara Illenberger, secures a spot in the Official Competitive Director’s Week of...

‘Joke haha’: Nail technician sparks online buzz for ‘unserious’ reply to student’s query

A nail technician drew attention online for how she handled an inquiry from an individual interested in training for a Russian manicure. A Reddit user...

‘Paubaya at Pabaya’: Rufa Mae, Moira turn ASAP duet into viral moment

Comedian Rufa Mae Quinto and singer Moira dela Torre sparked laughter on social media with their duet of “Paubaya” on the Sunday musical variety...

How social media is channeling popular discontent in Iran during ongoing period of domestic...

Days of protest across Iran have left hundreds dead and many more injured. Attempts by Iranian authorities to quell dissent through a near-total internet blackout...

Teen almost drowns amid strong sea currents in La Union beach

A teenage beachgoer was caught in strong waves and treacherous currents while swimming in San Juan, La Union. A video showing the incident went viral, capturing...

CBCP head warns competition, ambition weaken unity in church movements

The head of the Catholic bishops’ leadership urged a global lay movement to reject rivalry and ambition, warning that competition erodes unity found only...

SpongeBob’s ‘Big Guy’ dance craze takes over ahead of movie release

Fans of SpongeBob SquarePants are already joining the “Big Guy” dance craze ahead of the release of "The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants," set...

Do marathons damage your heart? Decade-long study finally settles the debate

A marathon pushes the human body close to its limits. Legs tire, lungs burn and the heart works hard for hours on end. For...

’24 hours na po itong naka-park’: Sedan in Manila called out for improper curbside...

A sedan was called out in Manila for occupying a space not designated for parking. The Facebook page Parkeserye posted two pictures on Sunday, January 11,...

Timeline: A history of Warner Bros Discovery as takeover battle heats up

Paramount Skydance <PSKY.O> said it plans to nominate directors to Warner Bros Discovery's <WBD.O> board and has filed a lawsuit seeking to force the...
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How to stay safe from the ‘super flu’ according to health experts

Medical professionals are calling on the public to follow precautionary measures amid reports of a “super flu” in the country. The Department of Health (DOH)...