With Pope’s visit, Timor-Leste must shine a light on its democratic ideals –...
Next week, Timor-Leste will welcome Pope Francis, its first papal visit in 35 years. Aside from being an enormous event in this deeply Catholic country, the two-day visit also has resonance in terms...
View ArticleDengue cases on downtrend in Baguio but deaths now at 15
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – Dengue cases in Baguio have tapered off as the city experienced incessant monsoon rains known here locally as nepnep, which started in the last week of August. Baguio Mayor...
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WATCH: Embracing authenticity with Miel Pangilinan
20-year-old Miel Pangilinan is a visual artist, an internet personality, and a poster child of her generation. Brimming with creativity, vibrance, and a passion for social inclusivity, Miel visited...
View ArticleMagnolia switches imports, taps former NBA player Shabazz Muhammad
MANILA, Philippines – Shabazz Muhammad is back in the PBA as Magnolia tapped the former NBA player as an import replacement in the middle of the Governors’ Cup. The Hotshots brought in Muhammad ahead...
View ArticleCourt allows Alice Guo to attend Senate hearing on September 9
MANILA, Philippines – A Tarlac court that handles the two graft cases against dismissed Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo has allowed the former local official to face a Senate probe on Monday, September...
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FACT CHECK: No expected tropical cyclone bigger than the Philippines
Claim: According to a Facebook post, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) is expecting a tropical cyclone bigger than the Philippines to develop...
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Pope Francis arrives in Papua New Guinea, country 2 of 12-day trip
PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea – Pope Francis arrived in Papua New Guinea on Friday evening, September 6, from Indonesia, where the 87-year-old leader of the global Catholic Church will continue an...
View Article‘I built this’: Pido Jarencio confident, proud of rejigged UST Tigers
MANILA, Philippines – When the UST Growling Tigers won only two UAAP games last year, head coach Pido Jarencio vowed to turn things around in Season 87. Jarencio, now in his second season back with...
View ArticleCourt stops Malacañang’s suspension of Abra vice governor
BAGUIO, Philippines – The Regional Trial Court (RTC) in Abra issued a 20-day temporary restraining order (TRO) against the suspension of Abra Vice Governor Maria Jocelyn Valera-Bernos. RTC Branch 2...
View ArticleParis Paralympics 2024: Games, results, latest updates
The Philippines wraps up its campaign in the 2024 Paris Paralympics after a valiant effort from August 28 to September 8 (August 29 to September 9, Manila time), two weeks after the end of the...
View Article[Two Pronged] Liberated lola and lesbian apo
Rappler’s Life and Style section runs an advice column by couple Jeremy Baer and clinical psychologist Dr. Margarita Holmes. Jeremy has a master’s degree in law from Oxford University. A banker of 37...
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Is the Philippine energy system ready to weather natural calamities?
In a country that experiences tumultuous rains every year, the question of how much our energy system can withstand is more urgent than ever. With flash floods and power outages happening more than we...
View ArticleParis to name sports venue after murdered Olympian Cheptegei
The French capital will pay tribute to Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei, who was set on fire by her boyfriend, by naming a sports facility in her honor, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo announced on Friday,...
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Qi Wellness Living Spa: A quiet couples escape in Tagaytay City
MANILA, Philippines – For couples seeking a serene escape without straying too far from the city, Qi Wellness Living in Tagaytay is a spa option that doesn’t require much planning and preparation...
View ArticleCendy Asusano falls short of javelin throw medal to wrap up PH campaign in...
MANILA, Philippines – Team Philippines ended up without a medal for the second straight Paralympics as para javelin thrower Cendy Asusano fell short of a podium spot. Asusano finished fourth in the...
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IN PHOTOS: What you’ll find at Philippine Travel Mart 2024 in Pasay City
MANILA, Philippines – Showcasing the rich cultural diversity of the Philippines, the country’s longest-running immersive travel fair is back at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City! The Philippine...
View Article[Pastilan] ‘Duterte-Duterte 2028’: Why fix what’s broken when you can smash...
So, Salvador Panelo — the man who’s always just one idea away from making you question reality – comes out with this plan: ex-president Rodrigo Duterte becoming his daughter’s running mate in 2028....
View Article‘Easy fit’: Sajonia shines in NCAA debut as San Beda gets title defense rolling
MANILA, Philippines – Bryan Sajonia looked right at home at San Beda as he catapulted the Red Lions to a rousing start in their title-retention bid. Sajonia shone in his San Beda debut, netting 18...
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[Only IN Hollywood] Venice roundup: Lady Gaga, Joaquin Phoenix and standing...
VENICE, Italy – Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix and their Joker: Folie a Deux and a standing ovation for Lav Diaz’s Phantosmia, a film that almost did not get made, were among the key moments in the...
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‘The Casting of Frank Stone’ review: A questionable crossover
The Casting of Frank Stone is available now on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. We reviewed the game on PC using a code provided by the publisher. The term...
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