Francis Leo Marcos among senatorial bets declared nuisance by Comelec
Internet personality Norman Mangusin, who identifies as Francis Leo Marcos, was among the senatorial aspirants disqualified from running in the 2025 midterm elections. The Commission...
‘Para kanino ba?’: Concerns raised over DiliMall’s student services tenants on higher floors
Concerns were raised over the arrangement of DiliMall's floor tenants, as students and other Filipinos noticed that establishments catering to student needs, such as...
Cardinal Tagle to Guam Catholics: Make faith the foundation of family life
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle has called on families to attend Mass together and make God the foundation of their lives. Speaking at the Mass at...
‘Core memory’: Anne Curtis’ wax figure a manifestation of her ‘Anne-stoppable’ dreams
Chasing a grand dream has its challenges and setbacks but with multi-talented star, Anne Curtis’ grit and perseverance, a goal can always be achieved when...
Thai baht, Malaysian ringgit lead gains among Asian currencies
The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the dollar at 0310 GMT. CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLAR Currency
Latest bid
Previous day
Pct Move Japan yen
150.210
151.54
+0.89 Sing dlr
1.340
1.342
+0.16 Taiwan dlr
32.528
32.521
-0.02 Korean won
1397.100
1394.5
-0.19 Baht
34.300
34.39
+0.26 Peso
58.600
58.68
+0.14 Rupiah
15850.000
15865
+0.09 Rupee
84.485
84.485
0.00 Ringgit
4.439
4.444
+0.11 Yuan
7.236
7.245
+0.13 Change...
Interfaith network vs human trafficking to monitor Philippines’ ban on POGOs
An interfaith network against human trafficking vowed Thursday to keep an eye on the Philippine government’s ban on Chinese-run offshore gaming operations. The Philippine Interfaith...
‘Classic good vibes’: Pinoys elated amid release of new ‘Itsumo’ music video
"Itsumo," the iconic Pinoy hip-hop song with Japanese verses, delighted '90s kids by releasing a new music video for its 20th anniversary. Rappers DiCE (Wolfren...
Marcos says debate over impeachment of VP Sara Duterte a ‘storm in a teacup’
MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Friday that any impeachment complaint against his estranged vice president Sara Duterte, who over the weekend made threats against...
‘Mentally draining’: Why ‘Saving Grace’ cast members find their roles challenging
Celebrities showed their grace and support at the blue carpet event for the special screening of the newest series “Saving Grace,” which started streaming...
Members of K-pop group NewJeans say they are leaving agency after dispute
SEOUL — Members of NewJeans, one of the most popular K-pop groups, said on Thursday that they were leaving their agency ADOR, a subsidiary of powerhouse...
Australia passes social media ban for children under 16
Ban to apply to Instagram, X, Snapchat and others
From late 2025, Australians must be over 16 to use social media
Tech giants...
Vehicle draws flak for parking in slot meant for PWD accessibility
A vehicle was called out for parking in a slot designated for persons with disabilities (PWD). Facebook page "Parkeserye," which posts about improper parking habits,...
‘Squid Game 2’ to be ‘more intriguing’, the show’s creator promises
Season 2 to feature larger cast and more intriguing games
Season 3 already in post-production, English version hinted
Lee Jung-jae's character seeks revenge...
China’s military says it’s conducting patrols around disputed shoal in South China Sea
BEIJING — China's military deployed naval and air forces to conduct patrols around the disputed Scarborough Shoal in South China Sea on Thursday, the military's Southern...
Billboard apologizes for controversial video featuring Taylor Swift
Billboard issued an apology on X (formerly Twitter) Thursday, November 28, saying they are "deeply sorry" to global superstar Taylor Swift after posting a...