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...
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Miss Universe Philippines lauded for anti-cyberbullying statement

Pinoy pageant fans welcomed the statement of the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) organization about cyberbullying and hateful comments on social media involving its delegates and...

Factbox: Notable US bridge collapses after being hit by a vessel

A loaded cargo ship rammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, on Tuesday, sending people and vehicles into the waters below. Here are some other...
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‘Nagpaparamdam’: Man shares personal reason behind Holy Week visit to hometown

Terminals are expected to be filled with passengers as Filipinos go home to their provinces ahead of the holidays this Holy Week. One Pinoy, however,...
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‘Pinagpala si Father’: Quips circulate as Filipinos rediscover old photo of Cardinal Advincula

An old picture of Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula attending a groundbreaking ceremony of a chapel in a seminary at Makati earned witty comments...

Are private conversations truly private? A cybersecurity expert explains how end-to-end encryption protects you

Imagine opening your front door wide and inviting the world to listen in on your most private conversations. Unthinkable, right? Yet, in the digital...
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South Korea has ‘grave concerns’ over China using water cannons against Philippine ships

SEOUL — South Korea's foreign ministry on Tuesday expressed "grave concerns" over China's recent use of water cannons against Philippine ships, saying it stokes tension...
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‘Mula sa Bolt’: Flight passenger amused by translated album descriptions inside plane

"Kalokohan." "Basagin ang aking kaluluwa." These are just some of the translated album descriptions that a flight passenger noticed on his first time flying a...

Explainer: US lawsuit against Apple could make iPhone experience more consumer-friendly

WASHINGTON — The U.S. has filed a lawsuit against Apple with the aim of increasing competition for the iPhone and giving a leg up to smaller...
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India seeks cooperation with Philippines including in defense and security, foreign minister says

MANILA — India supports the Philippines upholding its sovereignty and hopes to find new areas of cooperation including in defense and security, its foreign minister...
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PSA: Traffic routes, parking rates, attraction schedules in Intramuros for Holy Week

As the Holy Days approach, the Walled City in Manila typically draws visitors from various backgrounds, ranging from pilgrims to casual tourists. With this in...

From Taylor Sheesh to The Smyths: why tribute acts can no longer be considered...

The tribute music scene has evolved time and again since it first emerged more than 60 years ago. Beginning with Elvis impersonators, tribute acts garnered...
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Tokyo, Tokyo, make me a match! Metropolis hopes AI app will spur marriages

TOKYO — On an overcast day in Tokyo this week, three dozen men and women strolled through a botanical garden in groups of four, making...

Pope Francis skips Palm Sunday homily but continues service

Pope Francis at the last minute skipped reading his homily during a Palm Sunday Mass for tens of thousands of people in St. Peter's Square...

Bishop rules on supposed apparitions of Virgin Mary in Italy

After an investigation by a group of experts, “fervent” prayer, and “attentive discernment,” an Italian bishop has decreed that the alleged apparitions of the...