House quad comm releases Cassandra Ong | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: House quad committee frees Cassandra Ong Cassandra Ong, the POGO worker linked to a scam hub in Porac, Pampanga...
View ArticleFamily trips, relaxation: Top travel trends for 2025, according to survey
MANILA, Philippines — What are travelers prioritizing for next year? Relaxation, family-oriented trips, and discovering new destinations are among the top seven primary motivations for traveling,...
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Rappler Talk: From Yolanda survivor to Bar topnotcher
MANILA, Philippines – The 2024 Bar examinations chaired by Associate Justice Mario Lopez gave birth to 3,962 new lawyers. Among the best of the best in the batch is Gerald Roxas, a certified public...
View ArticleLIVE UPDATES: La Salle vs UP – UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball finals, Game 3
MANILA, Philippines – One last clash. All tied up at 1-1 in their best-of-three finals, the La Salle Green Archers and the UP Fighting Maroons go at it one last time as they dispute the UAAP Season 87...
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Cheating, breakups, dog hoarding, and more: The showbiz kalat of 2024
MANILA, Philippines – The world of Philippine showbiz is many things all at once: a treasure trove for talent, a hotspot for some of the most binge-worthy movies and shows, and perhaps most glaringly,...
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Lights out: Readers reminisce on favorite The Fort Strip spots before its...
MANILA, Philippines — After the news of Nectar Nightclub’s closure circulated in November, patrons are left with another heartbreak: The Fort Strip in Bonifacio Global City is bidding farewell. The...
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Cardinal Ambo David is back in Philippines: ‘Look at Jesus, not me’
MANILA, Philippines – Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David, the 10th cardinal from the Philippines, celebrated a thanksgiving Mass at San Roque Cathedral on Saturday morning, December 14 — his first day back...
View ArticleRed-hot Petro Gazz sweeps Cignal for 1st loss; Chery sends Galeries to 7th...
MANILA, Philippines – The Petro Gazz Angels wrapped up their 2024 PVL calendar with a bang, as they rode a stunning 25-19, 25-21, 25-18 sweep to hand the Cignal HD Spikers their first loss of the...
View ArticleJournalist and Palanca awardee Lina Sagaral-Reyes dies
CAGAYAN DE ORO, Philippines – Journalist and 1987 Palanca awardee for literature Lina Sagaral-Reyes passed away at the age of 63 on Saturday, December 14, leaving behind a legacy marked by fearless...
View ArticleKanlaon Volcano’s continued unrest triggers animal evacuation, road closures
NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines – Hot grounds and strong winds near Kanlaon Volcano triggered animal evacuation and road closures in several barangays in La Castellana, Negros Occidental, on Saturday...
View ArticleSouth Korea’s Yoon impeached: Embittered survivor buckles under martial law...
SEOUL, South Korea – South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol faces the greatest threat to his brief but chequered political career, with his fate in the hands of judges after some of his allies turned...
View ArticleLIVESTREAM: Simbang Gabi 2024
MANILA, Philippines – For those determined to complete all nine days of Simbang Gabi, the “traditional” Yuletide traffic jams and last-minute shopping may frustrate you. Although it is best to go to...
View ArticleFrancis Lopez redeems self, drains big 3 as UP breaks runner-up curse to...
MANILA, Philippines – After two straight silver-laden seasons, the UP Fighting Maroons are finally back on a golden path after dethroning the La Salle Green Archers with a 66-62 finals Game 3 escape...
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Rappler’s Pia Ranada among 2024 TOYM awardees
MANILA, Philippines – Rappler community lead Pia Ranada was named one of The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) awardees for 2024, the TOYM Foundation announced in a press conference and presentation of...
View ArticleFajardo posts 20-20 as San Miguel stomps Blackwater for back-to-back wins
RIZAL, Philippines – One can hardly tell that June Mar Fajardo played under the weather. The reigning eight-time MVP, after all, remained dominant, lifting San Miguel to a 115-102 victory over...
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Eastridge dethrones Southwoods in Fil-Am golf finale, Camp John Hay shines
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – The 74th Januarius Fil-Am Invitational Golf Tournament ended on a high note with electrifying victories across divisions, showcasing the best of amateur golf at Camp John...
View ArticleFnatic ONIC extends PH dominance, crushes Team Liquid to capture M6 crown
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines extended its reign as king of Mobile Legends thanks to Fnatic ONIC. Fnatic ONIC made quick work of Indonesia’s Team Liquid to rule the M6 World Championship,...
View ArticleSantisima, Llover stop Japanese foes, bag regional titles in Osaka
MANILA, Philippines – Former world title contender Jeo Santisima and prime prospect Kenneth Llover made the Philippines proud by stopping homegrown opponents on Sunday, December 15, at the Sumiyoshi...
View ArticleHero one last time: UP star JD Cagulangan bids farewell on a high as UAAP...
MANILA, Philippines – The highest of highs and the lowest of lows. That phrase perfectly summed up the iconic UAAP men’s basketball career of UP floor general JD Cagulangan as he bowed out a champion...
View ArticleUAAP MVP Kevin Quiambao mum on rumored move to Korea after finals loss to UP
MANILA, Philippines – Have we seen the last of Kevin Quiambao in the UAAP? After coming up short in their bid for back-to-back titles in the Season 87 men’s basketball tournament, the La Salle Green...
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