Caught in the freezer: Woman behind controversial Alfamart stunt speaks up after backlash
The woman who went viral for entering a convenience store freezer has responded to the backlash surrounding what many called a reckless stunt.
Vivian Bravo...
‘Binibigay pera’: Ryan Bang shares hilarious story of his first jeepney ride in the...
Television personality Ryan Bang sparked laughter as he recounted a funny jeepney experience from his early years in the Philippines.
The Korean “It’s Showtime” host...
‘A scrap of paper’: VP Duterte wants impeachment complaint dismissed
MANILA — Vice President Sara Duterte has described the impeachment complaint against her as "nothing more than a scrap of paper" in her formal response to...
Actor who plays Jesus on TV’s ‘The Chosen’ visits the Vatican
VATICAN CITY — A U.S. actor known for playing Jesus on a popular television show visited the Vatican on Monday.
Jonathan Roumie, star of the streaming series...
From street dweller to Ateneo graduate: Eugene dela Cruz’s character through the eyes of...
Online testimonies about the character of a former street dweller turned Ateneo graduate were shared online following reports of his inspiring story. On Monday, June...
Motor racing: F1 movie star Pitt finally gets to drive a Formula One car
Brad Pitt, whose new F1 movie is out this week, has now driven a Formula One car for real after testing a McLaren at Austin's Circuit...
Mike Logico’s missile repost draws attention amid Duterte comment on weapons
A Facebook post by Brig. Gen. Michael "Mike" Logico was perceived as a clapback to a comment made by Vice President Sara Duterte regarding the...
Southeast Asian nations look to hedge their way out of troubled waters in the...
The South China Sea has long been a bubbling geopolitical hot spot. Recently, a series of moves by the various nations claiming a stake...
Airlines face fresh upheaval as Iran attacks US airbase in Qatar
Airlines reroute flights due to Middle East airspace closures
Air India ceases operations in region, will stop flights to eastern North America, Europe
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Trump announces Israel-Iran ceasefire
WASHINGTON/DOHA/ISTANBUL — U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that a "complete and total" ceasefire between Israel and Iran will go into force with a view to ending...
Iran fires missiles at US base in Qatar, Trump calls for peace
Iran's missile attack on US base in Qatar causes no injuries
Trump praises Iran's advance notice, urges peace with Israel
Oil prices drop...
‘Local superheroes’: Rachel Brosnahan spotlights Filipino-led NGOs after Manila visit
After her visit to Manila for the "Superman" world tour, actress Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane) thanked fans on Instagram and spotlighted local organizations she...
What Alfamart said about viral video of woman lying in freezer for ‘content’
A convenience store chain has launched a thorough investigation after a viral video showed a woman lying inside their freezer for content. Alfamart Philippines issued...
‘Real solutions’: Jake Ejercito calls for basic dignity for teachers crossing river in Sarangani
“They need basic dignity and real solutions.” This was actor Jake Ejercito’s response to a viral video showing teachers in Sarangani wading through a river...
Philippine peso, Malaysian ringgit lose most among weak Asian currencies
The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the dollar at 0203 GMT. CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLAR Currency
Latest bid
Previous day
Pct Move Japan yen
146.570
146.07
-0.34 Sing dlr
1.289
1.2874
-0.13 Taiwan dlr
29.644
29.529
-0.39 Korean won
1382.300
1374
-0.60 Baht
32.935
32.79
-0.44 Peso
57.527
57.13
-0.69 Rupiah
16460.000
16380
-0.49 Rupee
86.585
86.585
+0.00 Ringgit
4.277
4.25
-0.63 Yuan
7.188
7.182
-0.08 Change...