Bungalows, cars seized in Singapore’s billion-dollar swoop on money laundering
SINGAPORE — Singapore's police said they have seized S$1 billion ($734.32 million) in assets from a gang of foreigners laundering proceeds from organized crime, including plush...
‘Tulong-Tulong’: Music festival to highlight community-driven advocacy of shirt brand
A Filipino clothing company is going beyond selling shirts to reaching out to vulnerable communities. Linya-Linya, a homegrown brand known for its statement shirts, has...
‘Fake news are dangerous’: How Marlo Mortel addressed malicious post about him
Kapamilya actor-singer Marlo Mortel warned the public against "fake news" after a malicious post about him circulated on social media. A Facebook user accused the...
Yassi Pressman calls for understanding as she opens up about emotional healing
Actress Yassi Pressman sought for the public's understanding and respect as she opened up about her emotional healing after earning buzz for recently being...
‘Damage is done’: Karen Bordador speaks up about criticisms vs fan meet hosting gig
"So easy to point fingers but naturally no accountability taken." Events host Karen Bordador expressed this on the X app following the criticisms she received...
BSP keeps interest rates steady
MANILA — The Philippine central bank left its benchmark interest rate PHCBIR=ECI unchanged at 6.25% for a third straight meeting on Thursday to balance the need to...
Review: ‘Blue Beetle’ charms with traditional yet refreshing take on DC superhero
DC's latest superhero movie "Blue Beetle" has captured a traditional yet refreshing superhero story in an oversaturated genre. Directed by Ángel Manuel Soto ("Charm City...
Maui officials defend decision not to sound sirens during wildfire
LAHAINA, Hawaii — Maui's emergency management chief on Wednesday defended his agency's decision against sounding sirens during last week's deadly wildfire amid questions about whether doing...
Video of artist drawing 100 K-pop idols at the same time resurfaces online
A video of a Filipino artist with the ability to draw as many as 100 K-pop idols at the same time resurfaced on social...
New York City bans TikTok on government-owned devices over security concerns
WASHINGTON — New York City on Wednesday banned TikTok on government-owned devices, citing security concerns, joining a number of U.S. cities and states that have put...
Bosnian girl creates ‘folklore Barbie’ as film wins doll new fans worldwide
SARAJEVO— A Bosnian girl is making traditional Balkan costumes with headdresses and decorative aprons for Barbie dolls, hoping to create interest in her folklore Barbie...
NHCP installs historical marker for San Fernando Cathedral
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) has installed a historical marker in honor of the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Fernando in Pampanga...
‘Dapat magbayad’: Social media weigh in on viral video of unruly Laguna resort guests
Common decency and guest etiquette was talked about on social media following circulating footage that showed guests thrashing a resort in Laguna. The video showed...
Caritas Philippines calls for nationwide ban on reclamation projects
Caritas Philippines, the Catholic Church’s social arm, has called on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr to make the ban on land reclamation projects nationwide. Bishop Jose...
Navotas teen killing a ‘remnant of drug war impunity — bishop
The killing of a 17-year old boy by the police due to a supposed mistaken identity was a ‘remnant of the impunity’ in the...