Netizens warm up to Vico Sotto’s ‘cuddle weather’ post
A Facebook post by Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto about "cuddle weather" gained attention from the online community. The mayoral reelectionist shared a photo of...
What’s cooking this April: Lenten options, food and resto launches, recipe inspos
This April, the food scene in the Philippines is alive and kicking with restaurant and food launches, as well as recipes and other dining...
Jury selection opens in Harvey Weinstein’s new sex crimes trial in NY
Weinstein's 2020 conviction overturned, new trial ordered
He faces one rape count, two criminal sexual act counts
Former Hollywood mogul has pleaded not...
‘Si Rico ba tatakbo?’: Bobby Yan draws flak for featuring brother in campaign posters
Bobby Yan, the brother of late matinee idol Rico Yan, drew flak online for using his sibling’s image in campaign posters for his 2025...
Notorious internet messageboard 4chan has been hacked, posts claim
WASHINGTON — The notorious internet messageboard 4chan has been hacked, according to posts circulating online, some of which said that a the hacker involved had revealed identifying details...
Bishop calls on faithful to ‘actively work for peace’ amid Abra killings
A Catholic bishop is urging the faithful to “actively work for peace” amid a surge in what are believed to be politically related killings...
Philippines, China accuse each other of dangerous moves in disputed South China Sea shoal
Both accuse each other of dangerous manoeuvres in shoal
Chinese vessel blocked Philippine vessel - Manila coast guard
Philippines challenges 'unauthorized' Chinese research vessel BEIJING/MANILA — China...
JK Labajo’s ‘then and now’ pics with Bamboo bring Kamp Kawayan nostalgia
“Then and now” photos of OPM singer JK Labajo with his former "The Voice Kids" coach Bamboo Mañalac have sparked nostalgia among Filipinos.
The "ERE"...
Philippines calls joint US drills ‘defense rehearsal’ as China tensions simmer
US deploys 9,000 troops to Philippines for military exercises
Drills to focus on maritime and air defense, include observers
US affirms commitment, deploys NMESIS anti-ship...
How Pinoys can enjoy ‘Squid game experience’
The "Squid Game" fever is still on. While the episodes of the second season of the global hit Netflix series were released months ago in...
Marjorie Barretto’s old vlog mentioning need for earplug resurfaces after Ogie interview
An old vlog featuring showbiz personality Marjorie Barretto mentioning that she needed an earplug has resurfaced, following her recent interview where she claimed she...
Ryan Gosling, Halle Berry and more pitch Amazon’s deep dive into movies
Amazon promises 15 movies in cinemas a year
Ben Affleck, Chris Hemsworth among star-studded lineup
No hints on new James Bond LAS VEGAS — Ryan Gosling,...
Vico Sotto shares Sarah Discaya’s alleged use of British passport
Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto claimed that his rival in the 2025 mayoral elections reportedly used a British passport this year, despite seeking public...
Asian currencies meander, Malaysia’s ringgit firms
The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the U.S. dollar, as of 0205 GMT. CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLAR Currency
Latest bid
Previous day
Pct Move Japan yen
143.220
142.98
-0.17 Sing dlr
1.316
1.3152
-0.03 Taiwan...
Ipil diocese gets new bishop, ending nearly 2-year vacancy
Pope Francis on Monday appointed Monsignor Glenn Corsiga as the new bishop of the Diocese of Ipil in southern Philippines. The Vatican made the announcement...