Rica Peralejo’s frustration with Philippine system resonates with Filipinos
Actress turned content creator Rica Peralejo‘s post about relocating to another country out of frustration with the Philippines’ system drew support online.The showbiz personality...
Archbishop urges firm but peaceful defense of West Philippine Sea
MANILA — A Catholic archbishop has urged the Philippine government to defend the country’s maritime rights firmly but peacefully.Archbishop Socrates Villegas of Lingayen-Dagupan...
Philippine peso, Indonesia rupiah fall most among tepid Asian currencies
The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the dollar at 0211 GMT.CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLARCurrencyLatest bidPrevious dayPct MoveJapan yen156.720156.86+0.09Sing dlr1.2781.2779-0.01Taiwan dlr32.50832.488–Korean...
Philippines investigates Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, after child sexual abuse images claims
Thomas Markle’s daughter Meghan is married to Prince HarryThomas Markle denies the allegationsPolice were contacted by Markle’s son, Meghan’s half-brotherMeghan “deeply distressed” by...
Pinoy teen arrested for online sexual exploitation of minor Australian ex-girlfriend
An 18-year-old Filipino was arrested for the online sexual abuse and exploitation of his former girlfriend, an Australian teenager, after she broke up...
Church must defend land rights of IPs, farmers
A Catholic bishop has urged consecrated men and women to stand with Indigenous peoples and farmers facing displacement, saying the Church must defend...
Pinoy Discord user lands on FBI’s ‘Most Wanted’ list over alleged child exploitation
A 28-year-old Filipino known in online communities on Discord has been named among “most wanted” by the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation...
BSP raises key interest rate by 50 basis points
MANILA — The Philippine central bank raised its key interest rate by 50 basis points to 5.50% on Thursday, its fourth consecutive increase and larger...
Philippines exploring deeper cooperation with Taiwan to protect cables
WASHINGTON — The Philippines is exploring deeper cooperation with Taiwan on protecting undersea cables and addressing “gray-zone” activity, despite Manila’s one-China policy, which recognizes Beijing...
Philippine peso falls the most; Asian currencies steady
The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the US dollar at 0221 GMT.CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLARCurrencyLatest bidPrevious dayPct MoveJapan yen158.240158.16-0.05Sing dlr1.2781.2773-0.05Taiwan...
ASEAN unity faces test as energy crisis, regional conflicts loom over summit
ASEAN leaders meet major-power counterparts to discuss energy crisis, regional conflictsSouth China Sea code negotiations with China progressing, says Manila’s foreign ministry spokespersonLeaders...
Carmelle Carries PH Flag Tonight at First Eurovision Asia With ‘Sobra-Sobra’
Carmelle Takes the Philippine Flag to the First-Ever Eurovision Song Contest Asia Tonight
Filipino singer Carmelle Collado will perform tonight, Saturday, November 14, in...
Bus Conductor Faces Charges for Allegedly Harassing Deaf Woman & Daughter in Bohol
LTFRB-7 helps deaf woman file criminal charges against Ceres bus conductor over alleged harassment in Tagbilaran City
A bus conductor now faces criminal charges...
Female Student Goes Viral for Talking Back to Teacher Using English Words
Female Student Goes Viral for Talking Back to Teacher Using English Words
A female student has caught the attention of social media users after...
Meralco Rate Hike November 2026 — ₱0.4895/kWh Increase
Meralco Hikes November Rates by ₱0.4895 per kWh — Here’s How Much More You’ll Pay
MERALCO RATE HIKE NOVEMBER 2026 – Expect a higher...