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Filipino celebrities and other personalities reacted to a post by American media personality and social media influencer Kim Kardashian, who surprised Pinoys by taking a birthday trip to Palawan. On Friday, October 16, Kim posted an Instagram carousel featuring her enjoying a tropical getaway at what appeared to be Ama
A Catholic bishop has urged consecrated men and women to stand with Indigenous peoples and farmers facing displacement, saying the Church must defend their dignity and protect their land. Bishop Jose Elmer Mangalinao of Bayombong said listening to communities resisting the loss of their land is a prophetic act that req
More than 400 Filipina runners gathered in Taguig City on Wednesday, October 21, for a fashion-inspired event that paired a runway showcase with a community run ahead of next month’s Manila race. Held at Nike The Fort, the event featured volleyball star Alyssa Valdez, triathlete Kim Mangrobang, taekwondo athlete Paulin
A local burger chain has reacted to viral posts likening the new “Pinoy Big Brother” (PBB) house facade to its kiosks. On Wednesday, October 21, Angel’s Burger posted an edited photo of the new facade, altered to make it look like one of its kiosk. The image was credited to Sherwin Balajadia Bachoco. “Maliii,” the chai
From theme parks and hotels to transport providers, tourism players across the Philippines are being recognized for helping travelers discover local destinations and enjoy more convenient journeys. The 2026 Klook Partner Awards honored top-performing tourism partners on October 6, recognizing their contributions across
Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton appeared to confirm that he had been in the Philippines with American media personality Kim Kardashian. On Monday, October 19, the British racing driver posted clips of himself scuba diving and enjoying sunset views. The scenes were similar to those Kardashian had previously shared f
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 government continues its sweeping immigration crackdown. The number showed an acceleration in the pace of visa revocations in recent weeks. In an update issu
The balance between machine precision and the imperfections of handmade garments is at the center of a new knitwear collection by Italian designer Francesco Risso. The UNIQLO F.RISSO 2026 Knitwear Capsule Collection will be available in the Philippines starting October 30, marking the second collaboration between the J
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 envoy that it said conveyed threats of the use of force. Reuters has sought comment from the Chinese embassy in Manila. — Reporting by Mikhail Flores and Nesto
LOS ANGELES — The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returned to Los Angeles on Sunday with a celebration of the changing seasons, as the brand’s signature angel-winged models swept down the runway in elaborate flower-petal, snowflake and gleaming metallic creations. “I actually did the four seasons, and then I added in a
MANILA — The Philippines has chided China’s ambassador for what it interpreted as a “thinly veiled threat” of force, after Beijing’s envoy said his country would prevail in a confrontation between them. The Philippine foreign ministry said ambassador Jing Quan’s remarks to journalists on Thursday were a “poor choice of
Versatile actor Tom Skerritt, who starred in Hollywood megahits including the sci-fi classic “Alien,” the war comedy “M*A*S*H,” and the action drama “Top Gun,” has died at the age of 93. Skerritt, a Detroit native whose Hollywood career spanned from the 1960s to the 2020s, died on Wednesday of natural causes, his famil
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