‘Friendly fire’: Khobuntin downplays odd shouting match with Erram
MANILA, Philippines – Glenn Khobuntin downplayed his bizarre spat with TNT teammate Poy Erram in Game 3 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals against Rain or Shine on Sunday, March 2, calling it a...
View ArticleAnthony Edwards erupts for 44 points as Timberwolves smother reeling Suns
Anthony Edwards recorded 44 points, seven assists and five rebounds to help the Minnesota Timberwolves post a 116-98 victory over the host Phoenix Suns on Sunday night (Monday, March 2, Manila time)....
View ArticleWATCH: Filipino Islamic scholar explains importance of Ramadan
MANILA, Philippines – What is Ramadan? How do Muslims fulfill this monthlong fast? Why is this fasting month important? Ustadz Hanif Sarip, a Filipino Islamic scholar, explains the significance of...
View ArticleJapan’s Prince Hisahito pledges to fulfill royal duties at maiden press...
TOKYO, Japan – Japanese Prince Hisahito, who could well become emperor one day if the country’s succession laws are not changed, told his first press conference on Monday, March 3, that he would...
View ArticlePope Francis, off ventilation and stable, rested well overnight, Vatican says
VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis rested well overnight and is in a stable condition as he fights double pneumonia in hospital for the 18th day, the Vatican said on Monday, March 3. The 88-year-old pontiff...
View ArticleGen Z in Midterm Elections 2025
According to the Commission of Elections (COMELEC), there will be 20 million voters expected from Generation Z, born in 1997 to 2007 for the Midterms Elections 2025. They have the biggest surge in...
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Pangilinan-led MPTC puts tollway merger talks with SMC on hold
MANILA, Philippines – San Miguel Corporation (SMC) on Monday, March 3, confirmed that Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) deferred their talks to merge. This came after MPTC Chairman Manuel...
View ArticleFresh clashes kill 2, force families to flee in BARMM’s special territory
COTABATO CITY, Philippines – A fresh wave of violence has forced villagers to flee their homes in the Special Geographic Area of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao as clashes between...
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[Rappler’s Best] Gates of heaven, gates of hell
Ramadan, the holiest month for the world’s estimated 1.8 billion Muslims, began on Sunday, March 2 — a time of fasting, reflection, and prayer. Families in the Islamic City of Marawi prepared for it...
View ArticleCBCP body hits $76.4-M Maharlika investment in mining company
MANILA, Philippines – The social action arm of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) criticized the $76.4-million investment of the Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC), which...
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Venice carnival gets a Filipino twist, folk dance takes center stage
The Carnevale di Venezia (Venice Carnival) took on a Filipino twist as thousands of revelers filled Piazza San Marco on Saturday, March 1 to watch Filipino folk dances take center stage and bring the...
View ArticleDel Union in BGC to close its doors on March 27
MANILA, Philippines – Del Union, the Metro Manila baby of La Union’s award-winning El Union Coffee shop, is closing after over a year of operations. The coffee and sandwich shop, which opened in early...
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Church groups burn ‘7 sins of Dutertes’ ahead of Ash Wednesday
MANILA, Philippines – A new faith-based movement against Vice President Sara Duterte burned the “seven sins of the Dutertes” in a Catholic ritual ahead of Ash Wednesday, March 5, the start of the...
View ArticleEKONOMI-YUH: Are there any red flags in the 2025 national budget?
MANILA, Philippines – May red flags ba sa 2025 national budget na pinirmahan ni President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. noong December 30? Gaano kalaki ang mga kaltas sa edukasyon at kalusugan? Sa video serye...
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[DECODED] The ‘smear campaign’ against CSE, anti-adolescent pregnancy bill
A bill was filed, a “smear campaign” was launched, and that same bill was stalled. Senate Bill (SB) No. 1979, or the proposed Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancy Act of 2023, found itself in limbo...
View ArticleMavs raise NBA ticket costs; Kyrie Irving injured
Citing “ongoing investments in the team and fan engagement,” the Dallas Mavericks are upping season-ticket prices by at least 8.5% for next season. The increase is the second in two off-seasons and...
View Article‘Impossible’ for US to give up Indo-Pacific, Taiwan defense minister says
TAIPEI, Taiwan – The United States cannot abandon the Indo-Pacific because the region is part of its “core national interests”, Taiwan’s Defense Minister Wellington Koo said amid concerns about U.S....
View Article[ANALYSIS] Will Trump confront or appease China?
By demonstrating contempt for NATO allies, demonizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and supporting Russian pre-conditions for peace talks, the Trump II administration has moved toward...
View ArticleTarlac mayor says donations from alleged Chinese spies were accepted in good...
MANILA, Philippines – A Philippine city that accepted donations of money and policing equipment from groups connected to Chinese nationals subsequently accused of espionage had received them in good...
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Filipino migrant fishers toil on foreign vessels, return home with unpaid wages
First of 2 parts A teacher from his college told John Mar Regala about a chance to board a ship and work at sea. It was Regala’s dream to become a seafarer — he even studied marine transportation in...
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