Ariana Grande posts new photo with Ethan Slater, Jeff Goldblum
January 4, 2025
Ariana Grande posted some never-before-seen moments in her 2024 Instagram wrap-up.
Greenland PM seeks independence following Trump acquisition comments
January 4, 2025
Greenland's Prime Minister is seeking independence following President-elect Donald Trump's comments about acquisition of the island.
Producer inflation posts mild increase in November
January 4, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Factory gate prices snapped 10 consecutive months of contraction to post a mild growth in November 2024, benefiting consumers and helping keep the right conditions for the rate-cutting phase of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP...
New Los Angeles County DA Nathan Hochman meets with Menendez brothers’ family ahead of resentencing bid
January 4, 2025
Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman met with the family of Lyle and Erik Menendez, saying he had a "productive" meeting with the family.
Janice de Belen, John Estrada’s daughter Moira now engaged
January 4, 2025
Moira, the daughter of Janice de Belen and John Estrada, marked the beginning of 2025 by saying yes to the marriage proposal of her non-showbiz boyfriend Alfonso Miguel. Moira announced their engagement to the public by giving a glimpse of the intimate...
DOJ urges Supreme Court to reject Trump request to delay TikTok ban law
January 4, 2025
Last week, Trump filed a legal brief arguing he should have time after taking office on Jan. 20 to pursue a "political resolution" to the issue.
Brett Favre questions details of New Orleans attack, Trump Tower bombing: ‘Hard to see what’s real’
January 4, 2025
NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre expressed confusion and skepticism about the reported details of the recent attacks on American soil.
Judge to sentence Trump before inauguration in hush money case
January 4, 2025
NEW YORK, United States — The New York judge presiding over President-elect Donald Trump’s hush money case on Friday set sentencing for 10 days before his January 20 inauguration and said he was not inclined to impose jail time. Judge Juan Mercha...
David Licauco revealed he’s single in December
January 4, 2025
David Licauco made a revealing quip during the livestream of the launch of his new coffee business, Good Drip, in December.
2 drug suspects busted in Cavite, Laguna; over P370,000 shabu seized
January 4, 2025
LUCENA CITY – Police arrested two drug suspects and seized confiscated more than P370,000 worth of shabu (crystal meth) following separate buy-bust operations on Friday in Cavite and Laguna. The Police Regional Office 4A (PRO-4A) on Saturday, J...
Republican says Trump was playing golf when president-elect called him to switch House speaker vote to Johnson
January 4, 2025
President-elect Trump called Ralph Norman during a round of golf Friday to convince Norman to vote for Mike Johnson as speaker of the House, Norman said Friday.
VP Sara’s removal from NSC marks intense political conflict – Castro
January 4, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s removal from the National Security Council (NSC) marks the beginning of a more intense fight between the country’s top political dynasties, House Deputy Minority Leader France Castro said Saturd...
Intel’s Problems Are Even Worse Than You’ve Heard
January 4, 2025
There is fresh evidence the once-mighty innovator is losing market share in more areas
VP Sara’s removal from NSC an ‘ill-advised’ presidential move –Panelo
January 4, 2025
Ex-chief presidential legal counsel Salvador Panelo blasted Pres. Ferdinand Marcos Jr."s decision to remove Vice President Sara Duterte in his revamp of the National Security Council.
Man arrested for supplying drugs to Liam Payne — Argentine police
January 4, 2025
Argentine police on Friday, Jan. 3, arrested one of the two men accused of supplying drugs to British singer Liam Payne before he fell to his death from his third-floor hotel room in Buenos Aires. Braian Paiz, who is accused of having supplied cocaine ...
PHIVOLCS: At least 26 daily volcanic quakes at Kanlaon so far in 2025
January 4, 2025
For the third straight day, at least 26 volcanic earthquakes were observed at Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island, data from the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) showed Saturday.
GOP lawmaker reveals why he changed his vote to support Mike Johnson in heated House speaker vote
January 4, 2025
Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., expanded on why he changed his vote in favor of Speaker-designate Mike Johnson's re-election on "The Story."
Bill keeping trans athletes out of women’s sports will be heard by Congress after new rules package passes
January 4, 2025
The new Republican-controlled Congress will hear arguments on a bill that would prohibit transgender athletes from competing in women's sports.
Fire hits commercial building in Intramuros
January 4, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — A fire broke out in a commercial area in Intramuros, Manila on Saturday morning, according to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP). The BFP reported that the blaze started around 8 a.m. on Beaterio St. near Cabildo, just behind the...
Brazil says 2024 was its hottest year on record
January 4, 2025
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil – Last year was Brazil’s hottest on record, its weather agency said Friday, after a record-breaking drought and flooding in the South American country that climate experts have linked to global warming. The average te...
Fire breaks out in Intramuros, Manila near cathedral
January 4, 2025
A fire broke out at a commercial establishment near the Manila Cathedral in Intramuros on Saturday morning.
FACES OF CEBU: Jarond Mesina, 22, Toyota Team Cebu’s racing phenom
January 4, 2025
Cebu City, Philippines — Toyota Team Cebu (TCC) is revving up 2025 with its new generation of racing daredevils that will carry the team’s banner and legacy in the prestigious Toyota Vios Cup. TCC introduced their three chosen drivers that will ...
New Orleans terrorist suspect set fire at rental property prior to attack: FBI
January 4, 2025
Shamsud-Din Jabbar set fire to his New Orleans rental property in an effort to destroy bomb-making evidence prior to the attack, the FBI and the ATF said.
Blinken to visit South Korea with eye on political crisis
January 4, 2025
SEOUL – US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit South Korea for talks next week, the two countries announced Friday, with Seoul mired in political turmoil as its impeached president resists arrest. Blinken, on what will likely be his last...
DepEd, DOST vow to bolster science education
January 4, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the country’s science education. Education Secretary Sonny Angara and Science and Technology...
Minnesota man accused of dismembering girlfriends, hiding bodies in storage units enters plea
January 4, 2025
A Minnesota man accused of killing multiple women recently admitted to dismembering their bodies with a razor blade.
PCG: More than 190k outbound, 187k inbound passengers monitored Jan. 3
January 4, 2025
Filipinos continued to flock to seaports on Friday, with the Philippine Coast Guard saying outbound passengers numbered more than 190,000, and inbound passengers more than 187,000.
Celebrating milestones this 2024 with the country’s largest homebuilder, Camella
January 4, 2025
Camella marks a year of significant milestones under the leadership of Vista Land, the Philippines’ leading integrated property developer. With a steadfast commitment to nurturing customer loyalty, the company underscores its dedication ...
Miami Heat suspend star Jimmy Butler for 7 games after he requested trade, said he had no ‘joy’ with team
January 4, 2025
The Miami Heat on Friday announced that they are suspending forward Jimmy Butler and will listen to trade offers for him, likely ending his tenure with the team.
Chinese dams to be discussed in India visit of U.S. national security adviser
January 4, 2025
Washington and its Western allies have long viewed India as a counter to China's rising influence in Asia and beyond.
Scam leaves Pangasinan businessman without vehicles
January 4, 2025
A businessman from Mangaldan, Pangasinan is seeking justice after two SUVs he rented out were pawned and are now untraceable, leaving him without a source of income.
Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown wants changes to NFL playoff format ahead of game for top seed
January 4, 2025
With the Detroit Lions at risk of being the first 14-win team to be a wild-card seed, Amon-Ra St. Brown says the NFL should change its playoff format.
President Biden awards Medal of Honor to seven Army veterans
January 4, 2025
President Biden has awarded the highest military decoration in the nation to seven U.S. Army veterans for their heroism in the Vietnam and Korean Wars.
Trump reclaims influence of GOP as Republicans fall in line behind Johnson
January 4, 2025
The House speaker vote was a litmus test of President-elect Trump's ability to unify a fractious Republican Party.
Olympic sprinter faces domestic violence, robbery charges from 2024 incident after getting tased during arrest
January 4, 2025
U.S. Olympic sprinter and 2024 bronze medalist Fred Kerley was arrested and tased by police. Then, he was issued charges from a 2024 incident.
ASF cases slightly up by end of December 2024 – BAI
January 4, 2025
MANILA, Philippines – The number of active African swine fever (ASF) cases nationwide slightly increased towards the end of December 2024, based on the Bureau of Animal Industry’s (BAI) tally. In a report, the BAI said 21 provinces in 11 regions ...
Biden honors Vietnam War veterans, Nashville police with presidential medals
January 4, 2025
US President Joe Biden on Friday recognized seven veterans of the Korean and Vietnam wars with the Medal of Honor and awarded eight law enforcement officers the Medal of Valor.
Tommy Tuberville slams ‘woke corporations bowing to terrorists’ during Sugar Bowl after terror attack
January 4, 2025
Alabama Senator and former college football coach Tommy Tuberville called out ESPN for not broadcasting the national anthem before the Sugar Bowl.