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,...

Users of same-day delivery app report delays in order progress

Complaints about the “slow” service of a same-day delivery platform have been raised by some Filipinos using the app to send their orders and...

New Marinduque’s bishop episcopal ring has ‘green heart’: Here’s what it means

The small green heart set at the center of Bishop Edwin Panergo’s episcopal ring drew quiet curiosity during his installation Mass on Tuesday. The new...

‘Sometimes, justice hurts’: Pinoys sympathize with Kim Chiu as she files complaint vs sister

Filipinos expressed sympathy for actress-host Kim Chiu after she filed a qualified theft complaint against her older sister, Lakambini "Lakam" Chiu, in connection with...

Tuguegarao City Hall employee seen gaming during office hours

A government worker at city hall was caught playing a computer game during working hours in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan. On November 25, Facebook user Juan Ybanag posted videos...

December food roundup: Sweet treats, holiday deals, culinary collaborations

The holiday season is in full swing, and this December, food lovers have plenty to look forward to, from festive treats to innovative collaborations...

Vietnam 2025 rice exports seen falling 11.5% on Philippines import ban

HANOI — Vietnam's rice exports are forecast to fall 11.5% this year to around 8 million metric tons due to a sharp fall in shipments to...

Unlock your inner Andrea Brillantes: Her tip for boosting self-confidence

Self-love is key to building confidence. Actress Andrea Brillantes shared that loving herself has been her strategy for boosting self-esteem. “Every day, I just try to...

2013 clip of Atom Araullo and Zen Hernandez resurfaces as he confirms being in...

A 12-year-old clip from an "Umagang Kay Ganda" segment featuring journalists Atom Araullo and Zen Hernandez resurfaced after Atom recently confirmed being in a...

Sick of reboots? How ‘nostalgia bait’ profits off Millennial and Gen Z’s childhood memories

If you’re a Millennial or a member of Gen Z and immersed in our cultures’ current obsession with reboots, re-enactments, sequels and prequels, then...

Hong Kong arrests more suspects in fire probe as death toll hits 151

Authorities blame renovation materials for fuelling blaze More than 40 still missing in city's worst fire in decades Blaze engulfed seven tower blocks...

R’Bonney Gabriel enjoys durian in Thailand, compares it to Iligan’s best

Miss Universe 2022 R'Bonney Gabriel mentioned being fond of Philippine durians during her visit to Thailand, as she hosted parts of the recently concluded...

Philippines celebrates ‘heroic’ helper who survived Hong Kong fire

Apartment complex fire killed at least 151 people Helper arrived in Hong Kong day before disaster President's sister visited 'modern-day hero' in hospital MANILA/HONG...

Young priest sees how political lies shape daily life during motortaxi ride

A short motorcycle taxi ride in Manila on Nov. 29 turned into a lesson on how political lies shape daily life, a young priest...