Comeback is real: Michelle Dee cheered after bringing Philippines back to Miss Universe semi-finals

The Philippines has once again made a comeback in the semi-finals of the most prestigious beauty pageant in the world. After losing a placement in the...

‘Hello, inclusivity’: KaladKaren rejoices over ‘inclusive’ Miss Universe 2023 Top 20

Actress-TV host Jervi Li, popularly known as KaladKaren on Sunday took to social media to praise the inclusivity of the Miss Universe 2023 pageant. Following the announcement...
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‘Beautiful but strong’: Anne Jakrajutatip lauds Bragais Shoes craftsmanship

Miss Universe Organization owner Anne Jakrajutatip has a message to the 84 delegates of the 72nd Miss Universe before the much-anticipated grand coronation of...

Taylor Swift postpones scorching Rio de Janeiro show after fan’s death

RIO DE JANEIRO (Updated 4:01 p.m.) — U.S. singer Taylor Swift postponed her show on Saturday in Rio de Janeiro due to scorching heat, the...

Marcos meets China’s Xi to find ways to reduce South China Sea tensions

Philippines expresses concern on South China Sea tensions Nobody wants to go to war -Marcos China claims sovereignty over nearly the entire South China...

‘Marquez Legacy’: Melanie, Winwyn Marquez’s green gowns remembered

Is green a lucky color for Philippines' Michelle Dee? Some pageant pages asked this after Michelle wore an emerald, green gown in the evening gown...
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‘Favorite NatCos’: Pokwang’s attire as past ice cream endorser remembered

Actress-comedienne Pokwang reacted after a Filipino quipped that his "favorite" national costume is her outfit as a past endorser of Nestle Sorbetes. X (formerly Twitter)...
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Pialago’s new LTFRB post gets talked about online

After a failed bid to win a seat in the House of Representatives in the 2022 elections, former Metropolitan Manila Development Authority spokesperson Celine...

‘An emotional moment’: Robredo reunites with De Lima in Naga City

"Bicolanas reunited." Former Vice President Leni Robredo expressed this on her Instagram post about her reunion with former senator Leila De Lima, who was released...

Magnitude 7.2 earthquake shakes Mindanao

A magnitude 7.2 earthquake rattled the Mindanao region on Friday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said. Phivolcs said the quake occured at 4:14 p.m....
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Miss Universe 2023 nat’l costume standouts: Nicaragua’s black bird, El Salvador’s volcanic empowerment

"Nicaragua" and "El Salvador" trended on the X (formerly Twitter) platform as their representatives showcased their respective national costumes on the 72nd Miss Universe...

Rio’s Christ the Redeemer welcomes Taylor Swift to Brazil

RIO DE JANEIRO — The world's most famous statue of Jesus Christ, the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, welcomed superstar Taylor Swift...

Vietnam ramps up South China Sea island expansion, researchers say

HANOI — Vietnam has been ramping up its dredging and landfill work in the Spratly Islands in the South China Sea, creating another 330 acres of...

Philippine government committed to temper inflation — Marcos

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Thursday that the government is committed to bringing down inflation and maintaining overall price stability. The government will pursue...

Vatican calls for ‘coordinated strategy’ as more Filipinos join Masonic lodges

The Vatican’s doctrinal body has urged the Philippine bishops to adopt a ‘coordinated strategy’ against the growing number of Filipino Catholics joining Masonic lodges. Cardinal...