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"...
A ‘tribute’: Story behind Michelle Dee’s emerald green Miss Universe prelims gown
"Tribute to one iconic Filipina." This was how internationally renowned fashion designer Mark Bumgarner described the preliminary gown of Philippine bet Michelle Dee as she...
Maharlika Investment Corp. to invest in airports, power projects
MANILA — The newly-appointed president and CEO of the Philippines' first sovereign wealth fund on Wednesday unveiled plans to invest in provincial airports and power projects...
‘Bagay’: Pinoys stunned by Michelle Dee’s emerald green gown, red swimsuit
Philippines' Michelle Dee earned praise for her hair and walk in the swimsuit and evening gown portions of the 72nd Miss Universe competition. Several Filipinos...
‘Banana Queen’: Joyang TV pokes fun at Miss Universe 2023 prelims with gown photo
Content creator Joyce Glorioso, also known as "Joyang TV," poked fun at the ongoing Miss Universe 2023 preliminary competition by sharing a picture of...
‘She deserves the cheers’: Nepal trends amid Miss Universe 2023 prelims day
"Nepal" landed on the top trends list of the X (formerly Twitter) platform on Thursday morning as its candidate is making buzz amid the...
‘Ganda niya’: Angelique Manto gushes over Michelle Dee’s Miss Universe prelims look
Miss Universe Philippines 2nd runner-up Angelique Manto cheered for Philippines bet Michelle Dee following her introduction during the Preliminary Competition of the 72nd Miss Universe. Michelle...