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...