Duterte’s drug war admissions make him liable for crimes against humanity —...
MANILA, Philippines – Former president Rodrigo Duterte’s unapologetic admissions before the Senate about his role in drug war-related deaths make him liable for crimes against humanity, House human...
View ArticleSevere Tropical Storm Kristine: Track, wind signals, rainfall warnings,...
Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (Trami), the Philippines’ 11th tropical cyclone for 2024, has affected nearly the entire Luzon and Visayas, as well as parts of Mindanao. Kristine made landfall in...
View ArticleVolpe slam keeps Yankees’ hopes alive, averts World Series sweep
NEW YORK, USA – New York native Anthony Volpe smashed a grand slam to keep the Yankees’ World Series hopes alive as the Bronx Bombers bludgeoned the Los Angeles Dodgers, 11-4, in Game 4 on Tuesday,...
View ArticleDemocratic member control: Core of coop identity, key to successful...
This is a press release from the Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives Inc. (Co-op Chamber) in collaboration with CLIMBS Life and General Insurance Cooperative. PARANAQUE CITY–In strengthening the core...
View ArticleSignal No. 4 up in Batanes as Super Typhoon Leon moves closer
MANILA, Philippines – The weather bureau placed Batanes under Signal No. 4 early Wednesday afternoon, October 30, as Super Typhoon Leon (Kong-rey) moved closer to the province. As of 1 pm on...
View ArticleRape, acts of lasciviousness charges filed vs Nones, Cruz in Sandro Muhlach case
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed rape and acts of lasciviousness charges before a Pasay court against independent GMA contractors Jojo Nones and Richard Cruz in relation...
View ArticleMargaret Atwood, unworried by AI, continues prolific writing career
COPENHAGEN, Denmark – Renowned Canadian author Margaret Atwood, who is currently writing her memoir, said in an interview that she is too old to be worried about the rise of artificial intelligence...
View ArticleMeta says Malaysia’s social media licensing plan lacks clarity, threatens...
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – A Meta Platforms official on Wednesday, October 30, criticized Malaysia’s plan to require social media platforms to apply for a regulatory license by January, saying the...
View ArticleNewsbreak Chats: Decoding US info ecosystem in 2024 elections
Bookmark this page to catch the discussion on Thursday, October 31, at 4 pm! MANILA, Philippines – So much is at stake in the 2024 United States elections, with the results undeniably impacting far...
View ArticleRapper Ye reaches out-of-court settlement with Adidas
LONDON, United Kingdom – Adidas has reached an out-of-court settlement with rapper Ye to end all legal proceedings between them, the sportswear brand said on Tuesday, October 29, adding that no money...
View ArticleKyrie Irving pours in 35 as Mavericks rip Timberwolves
Kyrie Irving scored 35 points on 13-for-23 shooting as the Dallas Mavericks held on for a 120-114 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Minneapolis on Tuesday night, October 29 (Wednesday, October...
View ArticleMetro Iloilo’s BRT feasibility study secures funding
ILOILO CITY, Philippines — The proposed bus rapid transit (BRT) system in Iloilo City and nearby towns is gaining ground after a landmark agreement for its funding was signed on Tuesday, October 29....
View Article[WATCH] Rappler Live Jam: Cast of ‘Sandosenang Sapatos’
MANILA, Philippines – Filipino theater fans and kids at heart, this one’s for you! The cast of the award-winning musical Sandosenang Sapatos is coming to Rappler Live Jam on Thursday, October 31!...
View ArticleReclaiming thrones: NU, UP roll to UAAP badminton titles, rise as winningest...
MANILA, Philippines – The NU Bulldogs completed a revenge tour in the UAAP Season 87 men’s badminton tournament, rolling to a convincing 3-0 finals sweep of fierce rival Ateneo on Wednesday, October...
View ArticleIndonesia to respond appropriately to South China Sea incidents, official says
JAKARTA, Indonesia – Indonesia’s position on the South China Sea remains unchanged and it will respond appropriately to safeguard its territory, an official said on Thursday, October 31, after a...
View ArticleLIST: Long weekends in 2025
MANILA, Philippines – Planning your vacation leaves and rest days in 2025? Malacañang on Thursday, October 31, released the regular holidays and special non-working days in 2025, and at least eight of...
View ArticleMindanao lawyers ask Congress to submit Duterte drug war testimonies to ICC
CAGAYAN DE ORO, Philippines – The Union of Peoples’ Lawyers in Mindanao (UPLM) has urged the Senate and House of Representatives to take a decisive step: submit all sworn testimonies from hearings...
View ArticleBaguio flower vendors brace for losses as rains impact Undas
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – Flower vendors in Baguio City are experiencing a drop in sales due to the continuous rain caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine and Super Typhoon Leon during Undas...
View ArticleMarcos declares INC anniversary as special non-working day in 2025
MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared the founding anniversary of religious group Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) on July 27, 2025, which falls on a Sunday, as a special...
View ArticleUndas 2024: Luzon local government road advisories, cemetery schedules
MANILA, Philippines – Families are expected to visit cemeteries where they will light candles and offer flowers in remembrance of loved ones. To keep the tradition smooth and safe, local governments...
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