Moira Dela Torre is the only Filipino nominated at the MTV EMAs
October 6, 2023
Moira Dela Torre is the only Filipino nominated at the MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs), joining fellow artists in the Best Asia category.
‘GMA Supershow’ hosts reunite, perform theme song
October 6, 2023
The hosts of “GMA Supershow” delighted the TV show"s fans as they reunited once again -- and even sang its theme song together!
Ochoa learns valuable lesson in fulfilling cherished dream
October 6, 2023
By REY C. LACHICA HANGZHOU, China — From pain to glory. That’s what exactly Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belter Margarita “Meggie” Ochoa suffered but endured on the way to achieving her ultimate dream – winning her first ever gold medal in t...
CNBC Daily Open: The September jobs report is key
October 6, 2023
If September's jobs report skews toward the hotter side, the Federal Reserve might hike rates again, trigger uncomfortable aftershocks in markets.
PFF supports Saudi Arabia World Cup hosting bid
October 6, 2023
The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) expressed its full support to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s intention to bid for the hosting rights of the FIFA World Cup 2034. As a fellow member association of the Asian Football Confederation, it gives great ...
Taiwan elects its own leaders so it is already independent, presidential frontrunner says
October 6, 2023
Vice President Lai, leading in opinion polls ahead of presidential elections, is despised by China for comments made in support of the island's independence.
Doncic scores 25, but Dallas lose pre-season opener
October 6, 2023
Luka Doncic scored 25 points but could not prevent the Dallas Mavericks going down to a 111-99 defeat by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the opening NBA pre-season game in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.
San Beda, Letran unfold new chapter in rivalry; Lyceum guns for win no. 5 vs struggling Arellano
October 6, 2023
San Beda University and Colegio de San Juan de Letran will embark into a new chapter of their storied rivalry while Lyceum of the Philippines University looks to remain immaculate on Friday in the NCAA Season 99.
Who is Hwang Min Hyun? 5 facts to know about the South Korean idol-actor
October 6, 2023
Hwang Min Hyun is performing his mini concert "Unveil in Manila" at the New Frontier Theatre in Cubao, Quezon City on October 8, 2023. Show starts at 6pm.
Do menopause retreats work — and why are people paying $15,000 for them?
October 6, 2023
The menopause market will be worth $600 billion by 2025, with more than one billion women reaching perimenopause between now and then.
After two failed attempts in the past year, Japan could be next in line to land on the moon
October 6, 2023
Last month, Japan's Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) launched a lunar exploration spacecraft from its Tanegashima Space Center.
Who is stealing from Good Will?
October 6, 2023
It’s all systems go for the third season of “Good Will,” Net 25’s flagship and top-trending comedy series. The sitcom about hunky wannabe rockstar Lloyd Patawad (David Chua) pursuing his showbiz dreams while managing the resort he inh...
NU, FEU stamp class over NCAA foes
October 6, 2023
UAAP teams got the better of their NCAA counterparts as National University took down Colegio de San Juan de Letran while Far Eastern University stamped its class against Lyceum of the Philippines University in the PG Flex Inter Secondary Tournament on...
Head-to-head: Gilas’ Brownlee, Jordan’s Hollis-Jefferson meet again in Asian Games finals
October 6, 2023
Justin Brownlee and Rondae Hollis-Jefferson will go head-to-head in the 19th Asian Games when Gilas Pilipinas faces Jordan in the men's basketball gold medal game.
China plans to ease one of the biggest hurdles for foreign business
October 6, 2023
Chinese authorities are signaling a softer stance on once-stringent data rules, among recent moves to ease regulation for business, especially foreign ones.
Dingdong Dantes fanboys over Lola Amour and Dilaw on ‘Family Feud’
October 6, 2023
Dingdong Dantes shared some moments from Lola Amour and Dilaw"s guesting on "Family Feud."
Joel Embiid: James Harden not a distraction in camp
October 6, 2023
Philadelphia 76ers All-Star center Joel Embiid said Thursday that guard James Harden has not been a distraction so far at training camp.
Typhoon Jenny weakens outside PAR, has no more direct effect
October 6, 2023
Typhoon Jenny (Koinu) is no longer bringing rain or severe winds to any part of the Philippines. But the southwest monsoon is causing scattered rain in parts of Luzon on Friday, October 6.
Joel Embiid to play for US at Paris Olympics — ESPN
October 6, 2023
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid will play for the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics, ESPN reported.
SEC sues to force Elon Musk to testify in Twitter probe
October 6, 2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued Elon Musk in an effort to compel the Twitter owner to testify regarding his purchase of the company.
Vietnam’s Mekong Delta may run out of sand by 2035 — study
October 6, 2023
Vietnam's Mekong Delta may run out of sand by 2035, a leading expert warned Thursday, as sand-mining and dams strip the "rice bowl" region, putting people, crops and the economy at risk.
LeBron James will sit out Lakers’ preseason opener
October 6, 2023
Coming off a season in which he missed 27 games due to injuries, including one to his right foot, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James won't play in the team's preseason opener Saturday against the host Golden State Warriors.
SEC Sues Elon Musk in San Francisco Federal Court to Enforce Subpoena
October 6, 2023
The Securities and Exchange Commission asked the court to order Musk to comply with its investigation of his 2022 takeover of Twitter.
People are posting AI-generated yearbook pictures with this viral app
October 6, 2023
Epik, a free-to-download photo editing app, offers a '90s-style yearbook photo edit that has gone viral on Instagram and TikTok.
Trough of Typhoon Jenny, habagat to bring rain over parts of Luzon
October 6, 2023
Typhoon Jenny weakens and is no longer directly affecting the country, all signals have been lifted, PAGASA reported.
Popular weight loss drugs linked to higher risk of stomach paralysis — study
October 6, 2023
Drugs like Ozempic, which have become increasingly popular for losing weight, heighten the risk of certain severe gastrointestinal problems including stomach paralysis, according to a large study published Thursday.
Hyundai and Kia to adopt Tesla’s EV charging tech next year
October 6, 2023
Hyundai and Kia join others like Ford and General Motors to integrate the Tesla charging ports into their electric vehicles.
Are Fridge Magnets ‘Lowbrow’? Appliance Manufacturers Have Decided: Yes
October 6, 2023
How fridge-magnet lovers are coping with an industry move away from magnetic materials. Plus three tips for anyone who refuses to give up the habit of slapping mementos on their coolers.
Americans Are Asking AI: ‘Should I Get Back With My Ex?’
October 6, 2023
New apps like Rizz and YourMove are using advanced language models to help nervous romantics win the affection of potential partners. Others promise to tell you if the love of your life might be someone you’ve already met.
Wall Street sees the market’s bumpy ride continuing in the 4th quarter. Here are the risks in store
October 6, 2023
In focus is the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield, which has jumped to multi-year highs and appears to be headed above 5%.
German structural reforms ‘are a must,’ IMF chief insists
October 6, 2023
The auto industry should be a focus for reform in Germany if the country wants to increase productivity, according to IMF chief Georgieva.
Jay Contreras ng Kamikazee, may makahulugang post matapos ang insidente sa Sorsogon
October 6, 2023
May cryptic posts ang lead singer ng bandang Kamikazee na si Jay Contreras ilang araw matapos umano silang pauwiin ng gobernador ng Sorsogon at hindi na pinayagan pang magtanghal.
There’s a fun new way to spice up your iPhone group chats
October 5, 2023
With iOS 17, you can turn your very own photos into iMessage stickers that are static or GIF style.
Jenny continues westward movement, Signal No. 1 remains over 4 areas
October 5, 2023
Typhoon Jenny continues its westward path away from the Batanes-Southern Taiwan area at 15kph, according to PAGASA"s 11:00 pm cyclone bulletin.
Bill Gates-Backed Startup Launches AI Chatbot for Personalized Entertainment Picks
October 5, 2023
The chatbot, called Pix, runs on OpenAI language-processing tech and will learn user preferences over time.
Sudan conflict creates world’s fastest-growing displacement crisis: UN aid official
October 5, 2023
As heavy fighting continues in Sudan, the UN’s top aid official in the country warned on Thursday that the conflict has created “the world’s fastest-growing displacement crisis” which threatens to outstrip the Organization’s best efforts to help those ...
Weather-related disasters displace 43.1 million children in six years, UNICEF reports
October 5, 2023
Weather-related disasters forcibly displaced a staggering 43.1 million children across 44 countries over the past six years, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said on Friday.
World News in Brief: ‘Horrifying’ attack on Ukrainian village, autonomous weapons ban, Sudan crisis
October 5, 2023
The top UN humanitarian official in Ukraine has condemned a Russian strike on Thursday that ripped apart the small rural village of Hroza in the Kharkiv region, killing dozens of civilians.