Rodrigo Duterte on Marcos Jr.: He’s just like his father | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: In Cebu, Duterte says Marcos like dictator father, campaigns local bets Former President Rodrigo Duterte once...
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Musk’s demand to government workers opens fissures in Trump administration
WASHINGTON, USA – Elon Musk‘s order to US government workers to justify their jobs opened divisions in President Donald Trump‘s administration, as some agencies told workers to respond to the...
View ArticlePope Francis still critical but shows ‘slight improvement’
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis is still critically ill as he battles double pneumonia, but his condition has shown a “slight improvement,” the Vatican said on Monday, February 24. The 88-year-old pontiff...
View ArticleLIVESTREAM: Cardinals lead rosary for Pope Francis’ healing
MANILA, Philippines – Cardinals living in Rome are gathering at Saint Peter’s Square at 9 pm on Monday, February 24 (Rome time), to pray the rosary for the healing of Pope Francis, who remains in...
View ArticleMakati’s Toyo Eatery wins Art of Hospitality Award 2025
MANILA, Philippines – Filipino fine dining gem Toyo Eatery has been awarded the prestigious Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award for 2025 by Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants. The annual award celebrates one...
View Article[Kitchen 143] Papa K’s
In this episode, we’re doing the old switcheroo as Kitchen 143 host Michelle Aventajado of Momma ‘N Manila will be visited by the owners of Papa K’s at Rappler HQ! Joining her are owners Kenn Ng and...
View ArticleArctic doomsday seed vault gets more than 14,000 new samples
COPENHAGEN, Denmark – A “doomsday” vault storing food crop seeds from around the world in man-made caves on a remote Norwegian Arctic island will receive more than 14,000 new samples on Tuesday,...
View ArticleLOOK: Michele Gumabao throws funeral-themed bachelorette party
MANILA, Philippines — Volleyball star and beauty queen Michele Gumabao bid a literal farewell to her single life with a lavish funeral-themed bachelorette party, signifying the “end” of her...
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With Pope in hospital, Vatican breaks century-old taboos to discuss his health
VATICAN CITY – For centuries, one of the biggest taboos at the Vatican was openly discussing the pope’s health. As leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, the pope is a revered spiritual figure....
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IN PHOTOS: Students lead walkouts as some schools play it safe on People...
MANILA, Philippines – Students across the Philippines refused to buckle under the decision of their schools to not suspend classes in light of the 39th anniversary of the People Power Revolution, as...
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‘Two Point Museum’ review: A masterpiece in the making
If you’ve also spent hours curing the goofiest diseases in Two Point Hospital or trying to get students to listen at Two Point Campus… welcome back! Class — or in this case, curation — is in session...
View ArticlePUP students walk out of class to commemorate EDSA anniversary | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: ‘No to history distortion’: PUP students walk out to remember EDSA revolt Students of the Polytechnic University...
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Pope Francis in critical condition for 4th day running, but stable
VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia, remains in critical condition for the fourth day running but is stable and has not had any further respiratory crises, the Vatican said on...
View ArticleBishop Jun Sescon: ‘Ang tunay na maka-Diyos ay makabayan din’
MANILA, Philippines – Balanga Bishop Rufino “Jun” Sescon Jr. is ordained on Tuesday, February 25, the 39th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution that toppled dictator Ferdinand E. Marcos....
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Foreign student of int’l school kidnapped, rescued in crime involving ex-POGOs
MANILA, Philippines – A foreign student of an international school in the Philippines lost part of his right pinky finger after he was abducted last week in a crime involving Chinese nationals who...
View ArticleAll-heart UST escapes rival La Salle anew, sends Lady Spikers to worst start...
MANILA, Philippines – In arguably the best game in the early goings of the UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball tournament, UST showed elite poise in a roller-coaster five-setter, reasserting mastery...
View ArticleDozens of delegates walk out of Russia’s speech to UN rights council
GENEVA, Switzerland – Dozens of dignitaries walked out of Russia’s speech to the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva on Wednesday, February 26, in support of Ukraine. The delegates,...
View ArticleCastro, Oftana wax hot as TNT survives Rain or Shine for 1-0 semis lead
MANILA, Philippines – Jayson Castro turned back the hands of time as the TNT Tropang Giga drew first blood against the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters, 88-84, in their best-of-seven semifinal series in...
View ArticleBishop calls for unity among opposition groups | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: ‘Unite,’ Bishop Pabillo tells splintered opposition vs Marcos, Duterte On the 39th anniversary of the EDSA...
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K-pop fans dive into Waterbomb’s wet, wild wonderland
MANILA, Philippines – It was one big, wet party! Waterbomb finally made its first splash on Philippine soil last February 22 and 23 at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila — a decade after the music and...
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