Classist remark? Reactions to local YouTuber’s quip on Manila Bay, Boracay white sand comparison
A local YouTuber's video clip that discussed the ongoing Manila Bay white sand project controversy drew mixed reactions on local Twitter as some users perceived one...
‘Wag magpaloko’: Angel Locsin warns public vs propaganda posts claiming her senatorial bid
Kapamilya actress Angel Locsin warned her followers against fake propaganda posts involving her and her supposed "plan" to run as a senator. The 35-year-old actress...
Duterte calls out Facebook after accounts taken down
MANILA — Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said on Monday that Facebook could not stop him from promoting the objectives of his government, telling the social...
Duterte extends GCQ in Metro Manila until Oct 31
MANILA — Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said on Monday partial coronavirus restrictions in and around the capital region will be extended for another month until...
Jerry vs Teddy: Treñas tells off Locsin for remark on Iloilo City leadership
Iloilo residents are not to be blamed for the surge of infections the province, Iloilo Mayor Jerry Treñas said in response to Foreign Affairs...
Getting geotags wrong: Why lawmaker’s photos raised eyebrows on social media
Rep. Eric Yap (ACT-CIS party-list) claimed that he met with House Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano and Deputy Speaker Paolo Duterte in Metro Manila, but...
Why our screens leave us hungry for more nutritious forms of social interaction
COVID-19 has seen all the rules change when it comes to social engagement. Workplaces and schools have closed, gatherings have been banned, and the...
China’s unmet pledges to Philippines seen as reason for Duterte’s shift in tone
With less than two years left in his term, President Rodrigo Duterte's perceived shift in tone toward China was attributed to its lackluster delivery...
‘Not volcano-related’: Phivolcs debunks Taal Volcano eruption claims after lightning spotted in area
State volcanologists debunked claims on social media that Taal Volcano was allegedly acting up again after pictures and videos of thunderstorms near the area...
The Apple Mask (yes, it exists!) looks neat, fits snugly and stays in shape
Unbox Therapy, a popular tech channel on Youtube, offers a closer look at Apple's take at the device we all try to use to...
Your bank transfers via GCash will cost you a little bit—or a lot—by October
In a latest development, GCash extended the free online transfer to their clients until October 31. Read that story here.
Fees have been waived for bank transfers...
Julia Barretto praised for standing up to Jay Sonza via cybercrime rap
Personalities praised actress Julia Barretto for taking the pregnancy allegations against her to the National Bureau of Investigation after she publicly dismissed former broadcaster...
Missing flavors of Thailand? Celebrity chef Luigi Muhlach shares how to recreate classic Thai...
With travel ban in place, travelers and foodie alike may miss experiencing the wonders of Philippine neighbor Thailand, including its gastronomic dishes. In view of this,...
#IWillVoteIn2022: Comelec spox initiates online movement as proposal to suspend elections floats
An official of the Commission on Elections urged Filipinos to "send a message" by tweeting the hashtag "#IWillVoteIn2022" after a a lawmaker proposed to...
Tagle opens up about his quarantine
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle on Friday opened up about his experience during the coronavirus quarantine and his recovery. Speaking at an online conference for Catholic...