From money to global crises: 7 problems, issues Pope Francis’ successor will deal with
Whoever is chosen as the next pope will inherit a Catholic Church that is facing some of its toughest challenges in decades. Here are the...
Filipino ‘Paluwagan’: Red flags you should look out for before joining
When is it exactly a good and practical decision to join a "paluwagan" group? This is one of the questions posted recently on an online...
‘Holy Spirit express delivery’: Filipino priest’s unique Holy water blessing draws global attention
Videos of a priest blessing parishioners with Holy Water in a nontraditional way have caught the attention of the online community—and even made it...
Why ABS-CBN Film Restoration’s exit leaves a void: Who will do the work now?
The shutdown of ABS-CBN’s Film Restoration Project, known as Sagip Pelikula, announced on Thursday, May 1 is seen to become a profound cultural loss...
Explained: Why movie versions of popular video games often fall flat
Video game adaptations are having a moment. On television, shows like HBO’s The Last of Us and Amazon Prime’s Fallout — each based on...
‘Enable people’: Photo of regulated street vendors praised by Pinoys
Filipinos hope that more actions will be taken to regulate street vendors after a photo showing them with cart numbers went viral. Reddit user u/pma1919...
Summer vibes: Cool off with these snacks and merienda picks
(Updated May 2025) As the summer heat continues, many are turning to their favorite snacks and drinks for a refreshing break. Last month, food brands...
‘Aesthetic’: Urns with pop culture-inspired designs go viral
A funeral company’s cartoon and anime-themed urns have gone viral, catching the attention of Filipinos online for their unique and personal designs. Social media users...
2025 conclave to have most number of Filipino cardinal electors
The 2025 conclave that will choose the next pope will see the largest number of Filipino cardinal electors in history, underscoring the Philippines’ rising...
BSP sees annual April inflation rate in 1.3% to 2.1% range
MANILA — Philippine inflation was likely within a 1.3% to 2.1% range in April, the central bank said on Wednesday, compared with the previous month's 1.8% rate.
The central...
Cat community seeks help identifying person who poured ‘scalding water’ on senior cat
Trigger Warning: Contains graphic descriptions of animal cruelty An organization caring for the cat community in Eastwood City, Quezon City, has warned that it is seeking...
‘Severance’: What the hit show can teach us about cybersecurity and human risk
What if your work self didn’t know about your personal life, and your home self had no idea what you did for a living?...
‘Legend’: Drew Arellano draws praise for vasectomy decision
Television host Drew Arellano earned praise for choosing to undergo a vasectomy, a medical procedure for male birth control. On Monday, April 28, the showbiz...
Chinese navy patrols South China Sea, says Philippines creating ‘disturbances’
BEIJING — China's navy conducted a patrol in the South China Sea on Tuesday, saying that the Philippines has been creating "disturbances" and carrying out its...
Filipinos sign Pope Francis’ book of condolences
Filipinos continued to pay tribute to Pope Francis on Tuesday, signing books of condolences at the Apostolic Nunciature in Manila. Although the pope was buried...