Hong Kong exiled activists silenced online as surveillance rises

Hong Kong shifts focus to exiled activists with bounty for arrests Overseas Hong Kongers say online threats have risen Many forced to self-censor...
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There are more plant owners than fur parents in the Philippines — SWS

The Philippines appears to be more of a "plantito or plantita" country than a pet country. Survey research institution Social Weather Stations (SWS) on September...

‘Paano naubos’: Local author writes poem about ‘Sara’ amid confidential funds issue

A Filipino poet wrote a composition referencing the Office of the Vice President (OVP)'s spending of confidential funds, which garnered controversy. Kit Ruiz or Kit,...
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Kris Aquino gives health update, clarifies she is not in a relationship

Showbiz personality Kris Aquino gave updates concerning her health and her relationship status in an Instagram post on Monday. The former actress on October 2...

Pope Francis calls silence ‘essential’ at prayer vigil for Synod on Synodality

VATICAN — Pope Francis told those gathered at an ecumenical prayer vigil days before the opening of the Synod on Synodality that silence is...

Taylor Swift’s NFL era: Pop star attends second Chiefs football game

Pop megastar Taylor Swift traveled to New Jersey on Sunday night to watch Travis Kelce and his Kansas City Chiefs take on the New...

What do people think about when they go to sleep?

You’re lying in bed, trying to fall asleep but the racing thoughts won’t stop. Instead, your brain is busy making detailed plans for the...

North Korea blames US for ‘grave terrorist’ act against Cuban embassy

SEOUL — North Korea accused the United States on Sunday of letting a "terrorist" act against Cuba take place on U.S. soil, saying a recent attack against the Cuban...

NFL: The ‘Taylor Swift effect’ brings spending boost to football

NEW YORK — The "Swift Effect" will be in full force when the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs travel to New York on...

Philippines defending territory, not seeking trouble in South China Sea — Marcos

Marcos vows to protect rights of fishers Ties between China, Philippines have soured of late Fewer Chinese vessels in shoal's vicinity - coastguard MANILA...
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Cinema chains offer block screening option for Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ film

Swifties can amplify their movie-viewing experience of the concert film of Grammy award-winning singer Taylor Swift by organizing private screenings. SM Cinemas, the cinema chain...
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Marco Gumabao responds to American singer’s viral post with Cristine Reyes

Actor Marco Gumabao responded to the viral post of American singer-songwriter David DiMuzio, who shared a picture of actress Cristine Reyes and wondered about...
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Philippines Sept inflation likely within 5.3%-6.1% range — BSP

Philippine annual inflation in September is expected to settle within the range of 5.3% to 6.1%, the central bank said on Friday, ahead of...

‘Take a good rest’: TWICE’s Chaeyoung skips Philippine concert, but Filipino fans understand

Filipinos sent well wishes to TWICE's Chaeyoung after it was announced that she would be absent from her group's concert in the Philippines. JYP Entertainment,...

Taylor Swift and the end of the Hollywood writers strike – a tale of...

This fall, I’ve been starting my sociology classes by asking my students to share some uplifting news they’ve come across. On Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023,...