TikTok parent ByteDance’s valuation hits $300 billion, sources say
TikTok's parent company ByteDance is valuing itself at about $300 billion, after it recently approached investors about a share buyback program, according to two...
‘Mag-budots’: Answer on ‘Family Feud PH’s’ episode draws laughs, mixed reactions
An answer to a survey question on the game show "Family Feud Philippines", given by actor Buboy Villar, has gone viral online, drawing mixed...
And the next Oscars host will be … Conan O’Brien
LOS ANGELES — Comedian, writer and former late-night host Conan O’Brien will be the host of the 97th Oscars, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and...
Borongan diocese seeks help to rebuild seminary damaged by fire
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Borongan in Eastern Samar is seeking financial assistance to rebuild parts of a minor seminary that were destroyed by...
Quotes: Reaction to the ICC warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders
These are reactions to the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and Hamas commander Ibrahim al-Masri,...
‘Rust’ gets low-key debut, honours cinematographer killed on set
Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins fatally shot in October 2021
Involuntary manslaughter charges against Alec Baldwin dismissed
Bringing film to audiences honors Hutchins, says director
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ICC issues arrest warrants for Israel’s Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas leader
AMSTERDAM — Judges at the International Criminal Court have issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defense chief, as well as...
Why JC de Vera got offended by Alex Gonzaga in first meeting
Actor JC de Vera shared that he got offended when he first met actress and vlogger Alex Gonzaga during a project. In an interview with Stanley...
‘When luck is on your side’: Arshie Larga meets 2NE1’s CL on plane ride
It seems like luck on the side of content creator and pharmacist Arshie Larga after he met South Korean rapper and singer CL, the...
U.S. backs Philippine forces in South China Sea with task force
Task force involves multiple lines of cooperation, official says
China increasingly vexed by U.S. role in South China Sea
U.S. support includes surveillance,...
Pope Francis announces 2025 canonizations for Carlo Acutis, Pier Giorgio Frassati during Jubilee celebrations
ROME— Pope Francis announced Wednesday that Blessed Carlo Acutis and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, two young Catholics beloved for their vibrant faith and witness...
Thai, Philippine shares lead Asian equities lower; rupiah drops
Rupiah at over 3-month low
Thailand stocks down 1.3%
India shares down over 1% Asian equities were mostly downbeat on Thursday, with shares in...
Pinoys’ reading comprehension in spotlight amid unusual comments on car maker’s post
Filipinos' reading comprehension was highlighted after a social media user noticed Pinoys' comments on an automobile manufacturer's Facebook post. A Facebook user shared his observation...
‘Holiday trail’: Christmas activities to enjoy this season at Ayala Malls
Gift-giving season is now here! As the Christmas carols jingle and festive lanterns light up, Ayala Malls welcomed the season with the Holiday Trail event,...
BSP governor says weak growth may spur rate cut
CEBU, Philippines — The Philippines' central bank governor said on Wednesday that weak growth may cause monetary authorities to cut rates.
The central bank may cut rates or pause...