Pope appears in better health ahead of busy Easter schedule
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis, whose frail health has been a growing source of concern in recent weeks, appeared in better shape on Wednesday ahead of...
Where to stream these MMFF 2023 entries legally
Several entries of the Metro Manila Film Festival 2023 are arriving on streaming platforms this year. RELATED: ‘Patronize our very own’: Pinoys delighted over extended MMFF...
Holi: What the clouds of color in the Hindu festival mean
Holi is one of the most vibrant and fun festivals in the Hindu calendar. It’s practiced across India (though mainly in the north), Nepal...
Foreign correspondents in the Philippines condemn China over claims of video manipulation
MANILA — Foreign correspondents in Manila rejected on Wednesday a claim made by China that the Philippines had journalists manipulate videos taken during resupply missions in...
A city dweller’s guide to Visita Iglesia in Metro Manila
The Visita Iglesia is one of the most notable traditions of Filipino Catholics during Holy Week. For city dwellers and those who will be in...
‘Pinoy power’: Toyo Eatery is No. 24 best restaurant in Asia
Philippine restaurant Toyo Eatery climbed to the 24th spot of this year’s Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, making it the best in the Philippines in...
Kobayashi Pharma ordered to recall red yeast rice pills after 2 deaths
TOKYO — Japanese authorities on Wednesday ordered drugmaker Kobayashi Pharmaceutical 4967.T to recall three dietary supplement products containing red yeast rice, or beni koji, after they were linked...
Why Pinoys are opposing MIAA’s plan to remove gang chairs at NAIA-3 arrival lobby
Some metal gang chairs have been removed at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 arrival hall, ahead of plans to permanently remove...
‘Huling kain’: Luis Manzano comments on mukbang experience with Alden Richards
"Huling kain niya?" Host Luis Manzano shared his reaction during his "mukbang" with actor Alden Richards for his "Luis Listens" vlog on YouTube. The host featured...
Thailand moves closer to legalizing same-sex unions as parliament passes landmark bill
BANGKOK — Thailand's lower house of parliament on Wednesday passed a marriage equality bill at the final reading, in a landmark step that moves the country...
World’s first ‘Dragon Ball’ theme park to be built in Saudi Arabia
TOKYO — The world's first theme park devoted to the "Dragon Ball" universe of comics, movies, and games will be built in Saudi Arabia, the franchise...
Bishops urge probe after Boracay’s Atis barred from ancestral land
Catholic bishops are calling on the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) to intervene and probe the situation of the indigenous Ati community in Boracay...
‘How I feel’: McDo mascot’s pic in meeting with officials inspires witty captions
Many Filipinos found a picture of the McDonald's mascot sitting in a meeting with officials relatable. The Quezon City government on Monday shared that representatives...
Explainer: The UN Security Council demanded a Gaza ceasefire – what happens now?
UNITED NATIONS — A day after the United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution demanding a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and the release of hostages, the war in...
Photographing the eclipse? You’ll join a long history of people seeking proof of experience
If you are one of the millions planning to view the total solar eclipse on April 8, there is a good chance that you...