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...
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...
‘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,...