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Netizens, social media personalities blast Bongbong Marcos Jr.’s helicopter ride to the Coldplay concert

January 23, 2024

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is facing criticism from numerous netizens and social media figures for opting to use a helicopter to attend Coldplay’s “Music of the Spheres” concert at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan on January 19. Amidst the extensive traffic endured by thousands of Filipino Coldplay fans on their way to the venue, netizens [...]
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Test your pop culture knowledge! PIE launches interactive game show ISKOOL RUL3Z!

January 23, 2024

Are you ready to put your knowledge on all things Filipino Pop Culture to the test? Pinoy Interactive Entertainment (PIE) is excited to announce the premiere of their newest interactive game show, ISKOOL RUL3Z! This trivia game show takes our KaTroPIEs back to class to test their knowledge on Pinoy music, movies, TV shows, and [...]
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Romualdez denies starting ‘PI’ campaign; Abalos clears village execs

January 23, 2024

Macon Ramos-Araneta & Maricel Cruz

House Speaker Martin Romualdez on Monday denied issuing a directive to push for a people’s initiative for Charter change, as Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos said barangay officials are allowed to participate in the signature campaign that seeks to amend the 1987 Constitution. “No orders,” Romualdez said in response to the allegation of Senator Ronald dela […]
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Kris Aquino says on Instagram she has lupus

January 23, 2024

Angelica Villanueva

Actress and television host Kris Aquino took to Instagram yesterday to reveal that she is suffering from lupus on top of other autoimmune diseases she is currently dealing with. Her doctors told her she is exhibiting early signs of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), commonly known as lupus, she said, while her CREST syndrome – a […]
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Hefty gas, diesel price hikes today; Kerosene steady

January 23, 2024

Alena Mae S. Flores

Consumers are facing a hefty price hike of P1.30 per liter for gasoline and P0.95 per liter for diesel effective 6 a.m. today (Tuesday) to reflect the ongoing volatility in the world oil market. Oil firms, however, will not adjust kerosene prices this week. Seaoil Philippines and Cleanfuel issued their respective advisories of the oil […]
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Bakers asking for P2 more for Pinoy Tasty

January 23, 2024

Bakers are seeking a P2 increase in the price of a loaf of Pinoy Tasty Bread and a P0.20 hike in the price of Pinoy Pandesal amid rising production costs. Samahang Panadero ng Pilipinas president Chito Chavez said flour prices have risen to P950 per bag from only P700 during the last approved price increase […]
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NSC blasts latest Chinese moves

January 23, 2024

The National Security Council (NSC) on Monday condemned the Chinese Coast Guard for its latest harassment of Filipino fishermen in Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal) and urged Beijing to match its actions with its promises in talks with Manila. “Our appeal to China is that this 2024, they should match with action on the ground […]
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G Tongi on lessons learned as Broadway producer, promoting PH culture

January 23, 2024

I think Broadway was just not ready for all the Filipino awesomeness," said actress-producer Giselle "G" Tongi as a way to explain the unexpectedly short run of the rock musical "Here Lies Love" on Broadway in 2023.

"We opened on July 20 and clo...

CongressTV launched, airs over PTV today

January 23, 2024

Speaker Martin Romualdez launched Monday what he described as the House of Representatives’ historic and pioneering CongressTV, where Filipinos will not be limited to just monitoring legislative deliberations to push the pro-poor agenda of President Marcos, but also join, through an interactive platform, in the formulation of laws. Congress TV airs daily from 9 am […]
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Why Jasmine Curtis-Smith and BF Jeff Ortega feel ‘like a married couple’

January 23, 2024

Marriage is something Jasmine Curtis-Smith and her boyfriend, Jeff Ortega, discuss every so often. They're no strangers to the subject. But it's something one can't ever be really prepared for.

"We talk about marriage; it's not foreign or awkwar...

Rico Hizon’s advice to fledgling writers: Be multifaceted

January 23, 2024

Nothing comes easy. Know the basics and then expand," is the advice broadcast journalist Rico Hizon, the first Filipino to receive the best factual presenter trophy from the Asian Academy Creative Awards (AACA), gives to those who want to take a si...

Shaq Delos Santos says influx of Japanese coaches good for PVL

January 22, 2024

MANILA, Philippines --- With Japanese coaches bolstering the program of other professional Philippine clubs, Cignal coach Shaq Delos Santos and his fellow local coaches got an opportunity to learn new things in Japan with Kurashiki Ablaze coach Hid...

UAE expresses interest in naturalizing Kevin Quiambao

January 22, 2024

Kevin Quiambao is demonstrating that he is on par with the continent’s best players. In the ongoing 33rd Dubai International Basketball Championship, the reigning UAAP Most Valuable Player is averaging 18.67 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game, helping Strong Group Athletics maintain a 3-0 record. With his string of stellar performances, the 6-foot-6 […]
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Man arrested near Taylor Swift’s New York City townhouse

January 22, 2024

NEW YORK --- Taylor Swift's townhouse in New York City appears to have been the target of another break-in attempt, this time by a man who was arrested near the singer's Tribeca home Saturday as police responded to a report of a disorderly person.
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22-year-old Pinoy creates prototype of tidal turbine

January 22, 2024

GMA News Online / SciTech

A 22-year-old Filipino has developed his own prototype of a tidal turbine to harness the power of the waves to generate electricity.

Olsen brings in Richard del Rosario to Perps staff

January 22, 2024

Olsen Racela will bring a familiar face to be his lead deputy at University of Perpetual Help System DALTA. The former FEU Tamaraws head coach has enlisted Richard del Rosario as his lead deputy for the upcoming NCAA Season 100 tournament. Racela and Del Rosario also collaborate as assistants to Tim Cone in Ginebra San […]
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Arrival of Japanese coaches in PVL excites Shaq

January 22, 2024

Cignal head coach Shaq delos Santos believes that the arrival of Japanese coaches in the Premier Volleyball League will serve as a big challenge for local tacticians here in the Philippines. Delos Santos recently attended a training camp in Japan together with the UST Golden Tigresses. He explained that the entry of Japanese coaches in […]
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Sanya Lopez proud to participate in a plastic recycling campaign

January 22, 2024

GMA News Online / Lifestyle

Sanya is a certified eco-warrior!

After two seasons, William Sy pens heartfelt farewell to JRU

January 22, 2024

GMA News Online / Sports

William Sy has announced his exit from Jose Rizal University after just two seasons in the NCAA men's basketball tournament.

Meralco looks to prioritize player rest, recovery after grueling Doha, PBA, EASL run

January 22, 2024

Following the end of Meralco’s PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup campaign on Sunday night, the team now prioritizes giving its players a much-needed break. Bolts head coach Luigi Trillo said that his staff will be looking for ways to make sure that the team earns a well-deserved rest and recovery after going through possibly the […]
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Pagasa: Cloudy Tuesday with possible isolated rain showers

January 22, 2024

MANILA, Philippines --- The northeast monsoon, or "amihan," will bring cloudy skies and rain to parts of Luzon on Tuesday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).

"Ma...

Pokwang accuses Lee O’Brian of ‘exploiting’ daughter on social media anew

January 22, 2024

Pokwang once again lambasted her estranged partner Lee O'Brian a few days after he penned an emotional message on the birthday of their daughter Malia, calling her birth the "best moment" of his life.

On her Facebook account last Thursday, Jan. ...

Dlar makes comeback with Cambodia’s Pro Esports

January 22, 2024

Gerald “Dlar” Trinchera is set to make a comeback in the MLBB pro scene, continuing to play as an import as he joins Pro Esports in MPL Cambodia. The former MPL Philippines star will collaborate with Filipino Coach Mitch “zMitch” Sato, along with Bien “Boyet” Chumecera (former Nexplay Evos jungler), Mariusz “Donut” Tan (former Burn […]
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Marcos admin, Congress draw support from retired AFP generals

January 22, 2024

MANILA, Philippines --- Four groups of retired Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) generals have assured Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez that ex-military officials support the current administration and both house...

SWS: Involuntary hunger rate hits 12.6 percent in December 2023

January 22, 2024

MANILA, Philippines --- The number of Filipino families who experienced "involuntary hunger" rose from 9.8 percent in September 2023 to to 12.6 percent in December 2023, based on the Social Weather Stations' (SWS) latest...

UN rapporteur on freedom of expression arrives in PH

January 22, 2024

MANILA, Philippines --- Irene Khan, the United Nations (UN) special rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression, arrived in Manila on Monday, one day ahead of schedule.

The Presidential Task Force on Media Security ...

Loisa Andalio, Ronnie Alonte hope to work on separate projects for now

January 22, 2024

It has been seven years since real-life sweethearts Loisa Andalio and Ronnie Alonte were paired up as the love team LoiNie, but they hope to grow as individuals in separate projects for now.

The afternoon drama "Pira-Pirasong Paraiso" is the lat...

Speaker is caretaker of 6th Dist. of Batangas; Suarez new deputy speaker

January 22, 2024

MANILA, Philippines --- Quezon 2nd District Rep. David Suarez has been elected as the House of Representatives' newest deputy speaker, replacing former Batangas 6th District Rep. Ralph Recto who was recently appo...

SBP encourages fans to submit proposals for positive change

January 22, 2024

Tiebreaker Times

The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) is calling on basketball enthusiasts all over the country to apply for the FIBA Foundation’s “Propose a Project” program. With FIBA’s belief “that basketball can catalyze to empower, educate, and inspire youth through the implementation of Basketball For Good projects all over the world,” it aims to support projects […]
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Comelec explains move to receive Cha-cha drive signatures

January 22, 2024

MANILA, Philippines --- The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Monday defended its move to accept signature sheets for a people's initiative to amend the 1987 Constitution, even without a formal petition yet.

Comelec ch...

Philippines to experience rains due to Northeast Monsoon

January 22, 2024

GMA News Online / SciTech

State weather bureau PAGASA on Monday said it is not monitoring any low pressure area (LPA) within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) but rains may persist across parts of the country due to the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan).

INQToday: PH condemns China’s ‘provocative action’ vs Filipino fishers

January 22, 2024

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Here's a quick roundup of today's top stories:

PH condemns China's 'provocative action' vs Filipino fishers
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) encourages Filipino fishermen to fish within the Scarborough Shoal ar...

Miguel Tanfelix tells Ysabel Ortega, ‘I love you” on AOS stage

January 22, 2024

GMA News Online / Lifestyle

Ysabel Ortega will be celebrating her birthday on Thursday, January 25, and Miguel Tanfelix is already looking intent on celebrating her.

Bongbong Marcos reactivates Task Force El Niño

January 22, 2024

MANILA, Philippines --- President Ferdinand "Bongbong" R. Marcos Jr. through an executive order (EO), ordered the reactivation of Task Force El Nio.

Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. announced the reviva...

Beijing sets 2024 growth target higher despite slowing economy

January 22, 2024

BEIJING - China's capital city Beijing has set a growth target of around 5 percent for 2024, surpassing last year's target of above 4.5 percent, despite expectations of slower growth for the national economy.

The economy of the capital city expa...

LE SSERAFIM to return with 3rd EP ‘Easy’ in February

January 22, 2024

LE SSERAFIM --- consisting of Chaewon, Sakura, Yunjin, Kazuha, and Eunchae --- will release their third EP, "Easy," on Feb. 19.

The K-pop girl group announced their comeback on the fan community platform Weverse on Monday.

The upcoming album ...

Senate’s push for RBH 6 strong show of unity – Romualdez

January 22, 2024

MANILA, Philippines --- The Senate's own move to pursue charter change by filing Resolution of Both Houses (RBH) No. 6 is a strong show of unity, Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez said on Monday as Congressional sessi...

China’s residential foreclosures rose 43% in 2023

January 22, 2024

BEIJING/HONG KONG - The number of foreclosed homes in China rose 43 percent year-on-year in 2023, according to a private survey on Monday, highlighting a worrying trend of rising mortgage delinquencies amid a sustained property market slump and a p...