Philippines, US begin joint maritime drills after Chinese carrier group spotted
MANILA — The Philippine Navy said a Chinese aircraft carrier battle group had passed near its northern maritime boundaries in the run-up to a six-day maritime...
Books of condolence for Pope Francis to open at Manila nunciature
Books of condolence will be available for signing at the Apostolic Nunciature in Manila following the death of Pope Francis. The public is invited to...
‘Nabili na ba?’: Barricaded parked motorcycle on residential road gets noticed
A motorcycle reportedly parked with a rope barricade in a residential area in Legazpi City, Albay has caught the attention of the online community.
The...
Harvey Weinstein motives are disputed as sex crimes retrial begins
Prosecutor says Weinstein abused power
Former Hollywood mogul has pleaded not guilty to three charges
Retrial follows overturning of 2020 conviction NEW YORK — Harvey Weinstein’s...
How Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church’s foreign policy
When the late Pope Francis first stepped on to the balcony of Saint Peter’s Basilica following his election 12 years ago, he remarked that...
Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone lead American Music Awards nominations
NEW YORK — Rapper Kendrick Lamar earned a leading 10 nominations for the American Music Awards on Wednesday, including nods for artist of the year and...
‘Nakakahiya’: Filipino spots alleged grammatical error on NBI clearance renewal platform
A Filipino reported an alleged grammatical error they encountered on a government website while availing of an online service. Reddit user "holysaint_" shared that while...
Philippines stands to benefit from US tariff shake-up, but must address constraints, study shows
Philippines faces lowest tariffs in region at 17%, benefits from broad exemptions
Philippines must improve logistics, investment facilitation to capitalize on advantages
Malaysia...
Thousands honor Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Basilica
Crowds pour in to St. Peter's Basilica to pay final respects
Procession with cardinals and Latin chants
Trump and dozens of other leaders...
‘Pinoy version of Mt. Fuji and Lawson’: 7-Eleven photo spot in Albay makes waves...
Filipinos on social media have drawn comparisons between a photo of a local convenience store set against the stunning backdrop of Mt. Mayon and...
More than half of Philippines’ 86 active bishops appointed by Pope Francis
More than half of the country’s 86 active Catholic bishops were appointed by Pope Francis during his 12-year pontificate. Since becoming pope in March 2013,...
How branding made Francis the ‘People’s Pope’
From papal selfies to the viral generative AI images featuring a stylish puffer jacket, Pope Francis became a prominent popular culture figure during his...
‘I lost two lolas’: Janine Gutierrez ponders on losing grandmas Pilita Corrales, Nora Aunor
Actress Janine Gutierrez shared a heartfelt message on her Instagram broadcast channel following the passing of her grandmothers, Nora Aunor and Pilita Corrales, on...
Forget the film: Vatican is preparing for the real ‘Conclave’
Papal election is not about 'backroom plotting', cardinal says
Francis lifted secrecy about scheming in 2005 conclave
Conclave is 'most wonderful drama' says...
Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis
MANILA — The Philippines began a period of national mourning for Pope Francis on Wednesday, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr ordering flags on all state buildings...