20,000 stranded seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz face missile fears, exhaustion and isolation
As the closure of the Strait of Hormuz drags on, the United Nations’ International Maritime Organization has sounded the alarm over a related humanitarian...
‘Two truths and…’: Misspelled ‘Rosario tulay’ jeepney signage in Pasig draws laughs online
A sign on a jeepney plying Pasig City amused Filipinos due to its misspelling of the Filipino word for "bridge." A Facebook user on Wednesday, April...
US, Philippines deploy anti-ship missile system in Batanes near Taiwan for war games
NMESIS flown into Batanes and deployed in capital Basco
System can target surface vessels at a range of 115 miles
NMESIS will be...
Philippines, Singapore sign carbon trading deal to boost emission cuts, climate investment
MANILA — The Philippines and Singapore on Thursday signed a carbon-trading deal that allows them to share emissions reductions, an agreement which Manila said is expected to lead...
‘Literal na run for your life’: Jogger flees Mayon eruption in Albay
A TikTok video by user Kenneth Urbano went viral after a routine jog in Camalig, Albay quickly turned into a frantic escape as Mayon...
Celeste Cortesi opens up on Philippines’ Miss Universe semi-final streak end fallout
Miss Universe Philippines 2022 Celeste Cortesi opened up about how ending the Philippines' 12-year semi-final streak in Miss Universe affected her in the days...
Diocese calls for prayers as Navotas landfill blaze persists
A Catholic diocese in northern Metro Manila has requested prayers in parishes as a landfill fire continues, worsening air quality and raising health concerns. The...
Rise and dine: New breakfast offerings at Rumba
Food lovers can enjoy a new line of breakfast items with a well-rounded selection of flavors, bringing the taste of Spain with a Mediterranean...
Concerns raised for small businesses over proposed P1,200 minimum wage for NCR workers
The potential impacts of a P1,200 daily minimum wage on small businesses in Metro Manila were discussed online following proposals to raise the rate. Reports...
‘Na-meet nila si Marimar’: Pinoys react as BINI meet Thalía at Billboard event
Seeing Mexican actress-singer Thalia interacting with P-pop group BINI backstage at the Billboard Women in Music 2026 stirred nostalgia amongFilipinos. Thalia, known as the "Queen...
Pope Leo signals shift away from Catholic Church’s focus on sex
Pope Leo says sexual ethics should not take priority for Church
First U.S. pope says Church should focus on inequality, justice
LGBTQ Catholics...
‘Naka-catch up din’: Traditional outfit rentals in Intramuros draw praise from Filipinos
“About time!”
This was what Filipinos commented on the new development that visitors in Intramuros can now rent traditional Philippine attire for a more authentic...
New app brings vocation prayer, discernment into daily digital reach
A new mobile app is putting vocation discernment, spiritual reflection and daily prayer resources directly into the hands of Catholics seeking to answer God’s...
MEOVV’s ANNA named Asia Pacific spokesperson for Japanese skincare brand
South Korean girl group MEOVV’s Anna has been tapped as the Asia Pacific spokesperson for a Japanese skincare brand, joining Jun Ji-hyun and Kôki...
Prosecutors detail ‘horrifying’ steps singer D4vd took to dismember girl’s body
Court brief says victim mutilated in plastic pool with chain saw
Girl allegedly silenced to keep her from 'ruining' D4vd's career
Prosecutors says...