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...
Actors join ‘Life in a Bubble’ protest in call to update Philippine air quality...
Two acclaimed Filipino actors, Soliman Cruz and Mercedes Cabral, participated in creative climate protest performances calling on the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)...
Philippines condemns killing of veteran journalist
MANILA — The killing of a veteran Filipino journalist in his home was a "heinous act" that was being investigated by police, the Philippines' Presidential Task...
Japan PM to push security and economic ties on Philippines visit
MANILA — Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba was set to meet President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Tuesday during a two-day visit to the Philippines, as two...
China complains to Philippines over ‘negative moves’ regarding Taiwan, security
BEIJING — A Chinese foreign ministry official on Tuesday lodged solemn representations with the Philippine ambassador over what they said were the Philippines' "negative moves" related...