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...
Britain tightens sanctions on employers exploiting foreign workers
LONDON — Britain on Thursday set out stronger sanctions against employers who exploit foreign workers, following research showing abuses particularly in the social care sector.
Businesses that...
Rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs loses bid for bail before sex-trafficking trial
NEW YORK — Sean "Diddy" Combs will remain in jail ahead of his May 5, 2025 trial on sex-trafficking charges after a U.S. judge denied his bid...
Behind AFP’s move to temporarily disable some of its Facebook features
The military temporarily disabled some features of its Facebook page, including the comments section, amid concerns over troll activity. The Armed Forces of the Philippines...
Palawan bishops urge mining moratorium
The Catholic bishops of Palawan have called for a 25-year moratorium on mining in the island province, citing serious concerns over environmental degradation and...
Drake escalates dispute with Kendrick Lamar in court filings
Drake has escalated his dispute with fellow rap superstar Kendrick Lamar, filing a pair of court notices warning of legal action against major music...
WATCH: Anne Curtis unveils twin statue to be displayed at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong’s...
Madame Tussauds Hong Kong on Wednesday, November 27, launched the wax figure of the multi-talented star, Anne Curtis. Anne is the first actress and TV host in the...
Philippines communities challenge dash for fossil gas
Philippines banks on liquefied natural gas for energy
Gas-fired power plants blamed for health issues
Lawmakers passed law to import more natural gas BATANGAS,...