Zofia Canlas’ appointment as urban poor commissioner draws renewed criticism
Criticism continued to mount over Zofia Canlas‘ appointment as commissioner of the Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor (PCUP), as the Palace defended her...
For the first time in 5 years, the number of priests worldwide rose
The number of Catholic priests worldwide has risen again after five years of no growth, according to statistics published by the Vatican agency...
Dutch prime minister expecting first child via surrogate mother
AMSTERDAM — Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten said on Monday that he and his partner were expecting their first child, with the assistance of a...
Trump administration says it has revoked over 300,000 visas
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s administration has revoked over 300,000 US visas during his second term, the State Department said on Tuesday as the federal...
Milan luxury shops close for fear of new unrest as government prepares to deploy...
More than 270 people detained after weekend riotsPolice patrol Milan’s luxury shopping districtItaly to announce new security measures on TuesdayMILAN — Italy’s government will dispatch...
Imus diocese urges parishes to ditch tarpaulins, single-use plastics
MANILA — The Diocese of Imus is urging parishes, schools and Catholic institutions to reduce plastic waste by avoiding tarpaulins, disposable utensils and...
Philippines summons China’s envoy over confrontation remark
MANILA — The Philippine foreign ministry on Monday summoned China’s ambassador to convey Manila’s “serious concern and strong objection” over a statement by the...
Philippines hits back at Chinese envoy over ‘thinly veiled threat’ of force
MANILA — The Philippines has chided China’s ambassador for what it interpreted as a “thinly veiled threat” of force, after Beijing’s envoy said...
Catanduanes bishop urges mining moratorium over deaths, environmental risks
MANILA — A Catholic bishop has called for a moratorium on mining in the island province of Catanduanes, citing environmental risks and reported...
Singapore pollution spikes, East Timor shuts schools as Indonesia wildfire haze intensifies
Singapore air pollution reaches its highest level of the yearEast Timor suspends face-to-face classes for three days from October 15Indonesia raises firefighting personnel...
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...