Philippines mentioned in Miss Universe Organization’s message as Paula Shugart exits
Pageant-loving Philippines got a mention in a statement from the Miss Universe Organization (MUO) announcing its president's end of tenure after more than 20...
JuanHand partners with SeaBank to pioneer Loans Channeling Financing in the Philippines
The rise of the FinTech industry paved the way to easier financial access, addressing the need for financial inclusion. JuanHand, a leading online lending...
US, Philippines sign landmark nuclear deal
MANILA (Updated 12:51 p.m.) — The United States and the Philippines on Friday signed a landmark deal that would allow Washington to export nuclear technology and material...
Miss Universe 2023: How to help Michelle Dee win ‘Best National Costume’ award
Filipinos can help Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee win the Best in National Costume at the world's most prestigious beauty pageant. For her attire,...
Introducing Capt. Michelle Dee! How Philippines’ plane-like Miss Universe nat’l costume came to life
Philippine bet Michelle Dee transformed into a sergeant of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) in her national costume for the 72nd Miss Universe competition. RELATED: Pageant...
Queens for a queen: Beauty queens shower Michelle Dee’s Instagram posts with love
Some Pinay beauty queens showered the Instagram posts of Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee with supportive comments as she competes for the country's...
Philippines’ Michelle Dee, Peru’s Camila Escribens display ‘sisterhood’ at Miss Universe prelims
Philippines' Michelle Dee and Miss Universe Peru Camila Escribens were spotted having fun backstage during the prestigious pageant's preliminary competition. Telemundo, an American Spanish-language channel,...
Marcos, China’s Xi to discuss tensions, way forward in South China Sea
MANILA — Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Friday he will meet with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping at the sidelines of the APEC Summit...
Miss Universe fans reminisce on R’Bonney’s prelims performance, reign
Some pageant fans turned emotional after 71st Miss Universe R'Bonney Gabriel showcased her green dress, which she designed herself, on Instagram. R'Bonney uploaded it as...
‘The One’: Pakistan bet dons Furne One Amato creation at Miss Universe prelims
Dubai-based Filipino designer Furne One Amato was the chosen designer of Miss Universe Pakistan Erica Robin. Furne was behind Erica’s stunning white gown with...
‘Curious dreams, narratives’: 4 Manila galleries to visit this November
Four art galleries in Manila will be presenting a group exhibition showcasing works from local contemporary artists. Titled "Crossover," this was a joint curation project...
Nicaragua tops Philippine trends list on X. Here’s why
A country in the same continent as the Miss Universe 2023 host country topped the Philippine trends list on the X (formerly Twitter) platform...
Online users discourage clicking, sharing viral bus shooting footage
Trigger warning: This news article contains descriptions of graphic violence. Several Filipinos discouraged fellow online users from sharing the footage of the shooting incident of...
‘Finally released’: BBC News reporter congratulates De Lima after release
A BBC News reporter who has covered Leila De Lima's arrest congratulated the former senator for her release from detention after nearly seven years. Howard...
Philippines rejects China’s call for prior notice on resupply missions
MANILA — The Philippines is not obliged to notify China about its resupply missions in the South China Sea, saying these operations, including the "upkeep"...