Magnitude 5.8 earthquake rocks Southern Leyte
MANILA, Philippines – A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck Southern Leyte, on Thursday morning, January 23, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said in a bulletin. Phivolcs...
View ArticleWATCH: Ambassadors in Manila gather for forum on maritime security
MANILA, Philippines – Top diplomats and Philippine security officials gather in Makati on Thursday, January 23, to “explore the various dimensions of maritime security to identify areas where...
View ArticleTrump designates Yemen’s Houthis as a ‘foreign terrorist organization’
WASHINGTON, USA – US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, January 23, re-designated Yemen‘s Houthi movement, known formally as Ansar Allah, as a “foreign terrorist organization,” the White House said....
View Article[Pitik Bulag] Vape epidemic on wheels
This editorial cartoon depicts a disturbing scene: the world, personified as a child in a stroller labeled “Vape Epidemic,” is is engulfed in a dangerous cloud of smoke. The broken “Vape Law” sign...
View ArticleNew wildfire near Los Angeles explodes to 8,000 acres, forces evacuations
CALIFORNIA, USA – A new wildfire that broke out north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, January 23, rapidly spread to more than 8,000 acres (32 square km), fueled by strong winds and dry brush, forcing...
View ArticlePlunder complaint filed against Cotabato mayor, 4 others
COTABATO, Philippines – Cotabato City Mayor Mohammad “Bruce” Matabalao and four other key city officials are facing plunder accusations in connection with the disbursement of funds intended to acquire...
View ArticleLIVESTREAM: Rappler Make Manila Liveable Elections Kapihan in Escolta
MANILA, Philippines – Bookmark this page to watch the livestream of the 2025 Make Manila Liveable Elections Kapihan, which will start at 2 pm on Saturday, January 25. Local candidates running for...
View ArticleRondina fuels strong finish as Choco Mucho trumps PLDT for 3rd straight win
MANILA, Philippines – Sisi Rondina powered a decisive finish as Choco Mucho claimed its third straight win in the PVL All-Filipino Conference by way of a 21-25, 25-22, 25-18, 25-18 victory over PLDT...
View Article[OPINION] PSE hierarchy blamed for the market’s continued tepid performance
Blame on the continued tepid performance of the market since the start of the year has shifted to the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) hierarchy, starting from its president and chief executive...
View ArticleJL Gaspar: The Filipino idol making waves on ‘Universe League’
MANILA, Philippines – JL Gaspar, a rising star in the world of K-pop, is proving that Filipino talent knows no bounds. JL is capturing the hearts of mentors and fans as a contestant on SBS’ Universe...
View ArticleUS agents raid New Jersey business, detaining migrants and citizens, mayor says
WASHINGTON, USA – US immigration agents raided a business establishment in Newark, New Jersey, on Thursday, January 23, and detained undocumented residents as well as citizens, including a US military...
View ArticleJose Rizal debuts as playable leader in ‘Civilization VII’
MANILA, Philippines – It has finally happened for Filipino fans of the world’s most popular 4X strategy game, Civilization: Jose Rizal will finally be a selectable leader in the game. The hero was...
View Article[OPINION] Ang plato ng pag-asa ni Chef Waya
Sa buong karera ni Waya Araos-Wijangco bilang professional chef, ano kaya ang kanyang specialty of the house? Maraming pagpipilian sa menu ng kanyang restaurant na GypsyBaguio: smoked duck breast and...
View Article[Finterest] Maya keeps growing in 2024 — and it’s a win for Philippine...
MANILA, Philippines – Maya, the Philippines’ biggest digital bank, is solidifying its position as a leader in the digital banking space — and its continued growth could signal a bright future for the...
View ArticleMILF, military give conflicting accounts of deadly Basilan ambush
COTABATO, Philippines – The deadly ambush in Sumisip, Basilan, on Wednesday, January 22, has led to conflicting accounts on coordination between the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and government...
View ArticleHeat coach Erik Spoelstra on Jimmy Butler drama: ‘Get used to it’
Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra wants his team to realize the recent Jimmy Butler drama is just another day in the NBA. Butler, who reportedly has requested a trade out of Miami, was suspended for two...
View ArticleFeeling bloated? 5 post-meal exercises anyone can do at home
MANILA, Philippines – We’ve all been there — finishing a meal and feeling that uncomfortable bloated sensation settling in. You can’t stand up from your seat, and if you do, you start to waddle. The...
View ArticleMexico refuses US military flight deporting migrants, sources say
Mexico has refused a request from President Donald Trump’s administration to allow a United States military aircraft deporting migrants to land in the country, a US official and a Mexican official...
View ArticleTrump administration dismisses complaints related to book bans
WASHINGTON DC, USA – The Trump administration’s US Education Department said on Friday, January 24, it dismissed 11 complaints related to book bans by local school districts that the department...
View Article‘Never stop learning,’ Gordon Ramsay tells aspiring chefs, content creators
MANILA, Philippines – Gordon Ramsay is a culinary household name that that requires little introduction. With a global empire of restaurants, multiple Michelin stars, and an on-and-offscreen...
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