Mikee Romero breaks into world polo top 25
MANILA, Philippines – Sportsman Mikee Romero has galloped into prominence, becoming the first Filipino to break into the top 25 of the World Polo Tour (WPT) amateur rankings. Romero, who’s also a...
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Filipino artist Jose Miguel joins Java Jazz Festival 2025 in Indonesia
MANILA, Philippines — Using a unique blend of jazz, folk, and big band music, Filipino artist Jose Miguel has captured the hearts of audiences across generations. Now, he’s once again taking a...
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Atin Ito’s civilian mission to Pag-asa trailed by Chinese ships
MANILA, Philippines — At least two China Coast Guard (CCG) ships have been trailing the M/V Kapitan Felix Oca, a Philippine vessel en route to Pag-asa Island, civic group Atin Ito said on Tuesday, May...
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Youth movement: Magnolia ships Calvin Abueva to NorthPort for young star Will...
MANILA, Philippines – The enigmatic Calvin Abueva’s stint with Magnolia comes to a close as the Hotshots send him, Jerrick Balanza, and a second-round draft pick to the NorthPort Batang Pier for...
View ArticleNo casualties reported yet after explosion at East China chemical plant
BEIJING, China – A large explosion at a chemical plant in China’s eastern province of Shandong sent thick plumes of smoke into the sky on Tuesday, May 27, state media reported, without giving details...
View ArticleSmashing debut: NCR runner Cris Ivan Domingo breaks 27-year-old Palaro record
ILOCOS NORTE, Philippines – The National Capital Region’s Cris Ivan Domingo made his Palarong Pambansa debut one to remember. The son of a construction worker, Domingo ruled the elementary boys’...
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FACT CHECK: Paolo Duterte not new House Speaker
Claim: Davao City 1st District Representative Paolo Duterte has replaced current House Speaker Martin Romualdez as speaker. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: As of writing, the YouTube video...
View ArticleOutdoor explorer or stay-in squad? Choose your kind of adventure with Smart
The debate is on: will you chase the sun as an ‘outdoor explorer’ or embrace indoor comfort as a ‘stay-in squad’? No matter your preference, here are ways you can create new core memories and make the...
View ArticleItaly urges Israel to stop offensive in Gaza, respect humanitarian law
ROME, Italy – Israel’s continued assault on the Gaza Strip has become unacceptable and must stop immediately, Italy’s foreign minister said on Wednesday, May 28, warning against any move to forcibly...
View ArticlePotato Corner’s biggest drop yet: A collab with Niana Guerrero
When it comes to bringing the energy, no one does it quite like Niana Guerrero. The viral sensation, best known for her smooth dance moves, slay-worthy fits, and unapologetically fun vibe, is stepping...
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FACT CHECK: Photo of Duterte statue made of recycled items is AI-generated
Claim: A photo depicting a statue of detained former president Rodrigo Duterte was constructed using recycled materials. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The Facebook post containing the claim...
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LIST: Most common traffic violations and fines
MANILA, Philippines – The no contact apprehension policy (NCAP) is back in effect after the Supreme Court lifted its temporary restraining order. This means motorists can be issued traffic tickets...
View ArticleWhy is Lo-Fi photography making a comeback – and why you might want in
You know the photos that look like they were taken in 2003 with a shaky hand and bad flash? People are chasing that exact vibe – and loving it. So much so that film cameras have found a solid foothold...
View ArticleSeismic swap: TNT set to trade Mikey Williams to Converge for Jordan Heading
MANILA, Philippines – TNT is getting its grand slam boost at the expense of its long-inactive asset. After an 18-month-long negotiation standstill, the Tropang 5G finally traded the rights for Mikey...
View ArticleResidents fear for safety after deadly blast at China chemical plant
GAOMI, China – Black smoke hung over a chemical plant in eastern China on Wednesday, May 28, a day after a massive blast killed at least five people, flattened buildings and fueled safety fears among...
View ArticleComelec to remove barangay certification as valid ID option in registration
MANILA, Philippines – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is set to remove barangay certification as an option for proving one’s identity during registration after it was “weaponized” to move voters...
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Where to watch Miss World 2025 coronation night
MANILA, Philippines – From Telangana to the whole world! The 72nd Miss World 2025 grand final is happening on Saturday, May 31, and viewers across the globe can watch the coronation night live from...
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Mpox memo in Cagayan de Oro sparks rush for face masks, alcohol
CAGAYAN DE ORO, Philippines – What began as an internal health office directive quickly spiraled, as residents rushed to hoard face masks and disinfectants – bringing back memories of the country’s...
View ArticleChina’s DeepSeek releases an update to its R1 reasoning model
SHANGHAI, China – Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek released an update to its R1 reasoning model in the early hours of Thursday, May 29, stepping up competition with US rivals such as...
View Article[WATCH] Rappler Live Jam: VXON
MANILA, Philippines – Catch P-pop boy group VXON as they take the Rappler Live Jam stage for the second time since their first appearance in January 2024. The five-man outfit featuring C13, Franz,...
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