Traslacion 2025

Nazareno devotees told to observe discipline as they resist police barricade

Nazarene devotees were told to observe discipline and follow authorities after they were spotted breaking police barricades to reach the moving "andas" or carriage...

FULL TEXT: Cardinal Advincula’s homily during Mass for Nazarene feast

MANILA— Here’s the full text of Cardinal Jose Advincula’s homily during Mass for the Feast of Jesus Nazareno at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on...

Celebrities flee homes as Los Angeles wildfires rage

Celebrities evacuate homes due to Los Angeles wildfires Wildfires disrupt film and TV productions in Los Angeles Governor Newsom declares state of emergency...

Biden to meet virtually with Japanese and Philippine leaders, White House says

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Joe Biden will host a virtual meeting with leaders from Japan and the Philippines during his trip to Rome this week, the White House...

Cardinal Advincula warns against slavery to money, vices on Nazarene feast

The head of Manila’s Roman Catholic Church on Thursday warned against becoming slaves of money and vices, saying that it will only lead to...

‘Squid Game’ Season 2 is a dystopian reflection of capitalism’s dark side

The second season of Squid Game, Netflix’s most-watched show of all time, has been eagerly awaited by many. The first season featured players participating...

How Gatchalian reacted to rumored split with longtime GF Bianca Manalo

Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian remained mum on speculations that he and his longtime girlfriend, actress-beauty queen Bianca Manalo, have already broken up after being together...

Trump win triggered 2024 exit by overseas investors from Asian equities

Overseas investors turned net sellers of Asian equities in 2024, primarily due to a surge in selling in the last quarter amid concerns that...

Actors Marisa Abela, Mikey Madison among BAFTA Rising Star nominees

LONDON — Marisa Abela, who portrayed late singer Amy Winehouse in biopic "Back to Black", and "Anora" star Mikey Madison are among the five nominees for...

Bird flu risk remains low after first US death, WHO says

GENEVA — The risk to the general population from H5N1 bird flu remains low, a World Health Organization spokesperson said on Tuesday, following the first death of a...

Quiapo Church rector urges devotees to follow ‘Traslacion’ guidelines

Quiapo Church Rector Fr. Rufino Sescon Jr. urged devotees to follow guidelines during this year’s procession of Jesus Nazarene, emphasizing that cooperation is crucial...

hMPV may be spreading in China. Here’s what to know about this virus –...

Five years on from the first news of COVID, recent reports of an obscure respiratory virus in China may understandably raise concerns. Chinese authorities first...

‘Friend, brother, teammate, companion’: Athletes mourn passing of Mervin Guarte

(Content warning: Graphic violence) The Philippine sports community mourned the sudden demise of multiple-time Southeast Asian Games medalist Mervin Guarte who was stabbed in his...

Philippine peso falls most among subdued Asian currencies

The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the dollar at 0202 GMT. Currency Latest bid Previous day Pct Move Japan yen 157.940 158.02 +0.05 Sing dlr 1.364 1.3641 +0.00 Taiwan dlr 32.790 32.739 -0.16 Korean won 1451.300 1453 +0.12 Baht 34.560 34.55 -0.03 Peso 58.365 58.2 -0.28 Rupiah 16165.000 16125 -0.22 Rupee 85.713 85.7125 0.00 Ringgit 4.495 4.485 -0.22 Yuan 7.331 7.3284 -0.04 Change so far in...

Justin Trudeau quits: How his focus on social policy will be his legacy

Justin Trudeau has resigned after more than nine years as Canada’s 23rd prime minister. Parliament will be prorogued and will resume sitting on March...