Paradise flying tree snake found perched on Christmas tree topper in Bulacan
December 19, 2025
A paradise flying tree snake was discovered perched atop a Christmas tree inside a house in Bulacan.
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Critically endangered pitcher plant species discovered in Palawan
December 19, 2025
A new species of the pitcher plant has been found in in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, but it is currently in danger of going extinct.
UK actors vote to reject digital scans in AI rights push, echoing Hollywood battles
December 18, 2025
British film and television performers have voted overwhelmingly to refuse digital body scans unless they are given stronger protections against artificial intelligence, the actors' union Equity said on Thursday.
AI romance blooms as Japan woman weds virtual partner of her dreams
December 18, 2025
Music played in a wedding hall in western Japan as Yurina Noguchi, wearing a white gown and tiara, dabbed away her tears, taking in the words of her husband-to-be: an AI-generated persona gazing out from a smartphone screen.
Carrying babies in cloth treated with insecticide reduces malaria cases
December 17, 2025
Applying an insecticide treatment used for soldiers" uniforms to the cloths used to carry babies significantly reduced incidence of malaria in the children, researchers found.
DOST, NRCP push for stronger, broader PH research efforts
December 17, 2025
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the National Research Council of the Philippines (NCRP) underscored Wednesday the role of research and development in enriching knowledge and creating opportunities for science-based solutions across ...
Trending friction wall trick leaves netizens amazed and here’s the science behind it
December 16, 2025
A viral online trend has been catching the attention of many young people, showing ordinary objects seemingly sticking to walls without the use of glue or tape.
‘Easiest scam in the world’: Musicians sound alarm over AI impersonators
December 16, 2025
Fraudulent AI-generated tracks are increasingly appearing in artists' own profiles on streaming platforms, presented as their original work.
Israel bans mobile phones in primary schools
December 13, 2025
JERUSALEM - Israel will ban children from using mobile phones in primary schools from February, the education ministry's website said Friday, emphasizing the devices' "negative effects" on students.
Earliest evidence of humans making fire discovered in England
December 12, 2025
The controlled use of fire was a landmark event for the human evolutionary lineage, not only for cooking and providing protection from predators but for providing warmth that enabled hunter-gatherers to thrive in areas with colder environs.
Rare white crow spotted in Misamis Oriental draws attention from wildlife photographers
December 10, 2025
A bird photographer from Cagayan de Oro has captured a rare sighting in Misamis Oriental: a white crow that has since gone viral and sparked curiosity online.
From Australia to Europe, countries move to curb children’s social media access
December 10, 2025
Australia on Wednesday will become the world's first country to ban social media for children under 16, blocking them from platforms including TikTok, Alphabet's GOOGL.O YouTube and Meta's META.O Instagram and Facebook. The ban is being closely watched...
Australia’s social media ban for children takes effect in world first
December 10, 2025
Australia has become the first country to ban social media for children under 16, blocking access to platforms including TikTok, Alphabet"s GOOGL.O YouTube and Meta"s META.O Instagram and Facebook from midnight.
Cebu vlogger helps control crown-of-thorns starfish outbreak with coconut vinegar
December 9, 2025
A Cebu-based vlogger is helping control the spread of crown-of-thorns starfish (COTS) in Badian by injecting coconut vinegar into the coral-eating species.
AI tools help choose best embryos for IVF
December 9, 2025
Artificial intelligence tools can now help choose the most promising embryos for in vitro fertilization (IVF), although experts have warned of some ethical concerns.
Marcos urged to resign anew after Zaldy Co tags him in flood mess
November 17, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Protesters on Sunday again urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to step down after former Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co tagged Marcos as the mastermind of corruption in flood control projects. Protesters attending the United ...
Pagasa forecasts amihan surge on Tuesday, Nov. 18
November 17, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The country will experience a surge of the northeast monsoon or amihan starting this week, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. In its weather update on Monday morning, Pa...
Rains likely in parts of PH due to 3 weather systems on Monday, Nov. 17
November 17, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Rain is forecast in parts of the country due to three weather systems on Monday, Nov. 17, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. The shear line — or the area where warm and ...
Sinner beats great rival Alcaraz to retain ATP Finals title
November 17, 2025
TURIN, Italy — Jannik Sinner retained the ATP Finals title on Sunday after beating Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (7/4), 7-5 and ending a turbulent season with victory over his great rival. Italian Sinner brought the house down in Turin by winning the championship...
Pepe Herrera exits ‘Your Face Sounds Familiar’ to focus on his mental health
November 17, 2025
Pepe Herrera announced his departure from “Your Face Sounds Familiar” season four to focus on caring for his mental health, as he openly discussed his battle with depression and anxiety. Herrera confirmed his exit from the reality competition on Satur...
Anne Curtis dines with ‘beautiful’ Song Hye-kyo in South Korea
November 17, 2025
It was a fun catch-up between two girl friends, as Anne Curtis reunited with Song Hye-kyo over dinner at a restaurant in Seoul, South Korea. Curtis took to her Instagram page on Saturday, Nov. 15, to share a glimpse of her catch-up dinner with Song, wh...
Marcoleta hits flood control probes in INC ‘rally for transparency’
November 17, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Transparency, accountability, and peace. These were the three major appeals made by the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) as more than half a million of its members gathered at Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Sunday at the start of the thre...
Workers’ safety comes first
November 17, 2025
Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma ordered last week the investigation of 98 business process outsourcing (BPO) companies for allegedly forcing their employees to work on-site despite heavy flooding, travel hazards, and power outages caused by Super T...
AI can create value and build trust
November 17, 2025
Last week, I took up artificial intelligence (AI) as it relates to the judiciary. Now, let me say that AI is a force that reshapes every sector and challenges even enthusiasts, like ancient me, to keep up. Lucky am I to witness this unfolding phenomeno...
Role reversal
November 17, 2025
Have you heard of a similar story? She made the difficult decision to go on an extended leave to take care of her aging mom, who was showing signs of dementia. She promised her longtime employer that she would come back as soon as she could once she fo...
The collapse of dialogue (1)
November 17, 2025
A travel influencer recently faced online backlash after posting a TikTok video asking whether the Philippines would be “cleaned up” 10 days after the typhoon. The Melbourne-based vlogger asked locals to let her know whether Boracay and Palawan would b...
Perks of the chronically online
November 17, 2025
If you spend enough time on the internet, not just scrolling but really absorbing its strange rhythm, your brain eventually gets rewired. You don’t just see memes; you understand them. You don’t just laugh at trends, you anticipate the punchline before...
We say no to violence against women
November 17, 2025
On Nov. 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women reminds us of the work still to be done. Representatives of France and Romania, we speak today with a united European voice to reaffirm that gender-based violence knows nei...
Immediate and long-term solutions to address corruption
November 17, 2025
The uncovering of a massive and systematic plunder of public funds in the government’s flood control projects has led the nation to the edge of despair. No other scandal in the annals of the country has triggered so much outrage as the thievery perpetr...
Toxics watchdog warns vs unsafe Christmas lights due to high lead content
November 17, 2025
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – As Filipinos begin decorating for the holidays, environmental group BAN Toxics has issued a warning about the dangerous levels of lead detected in Christmas lights sold in the country. In a recent market check, BAN Toxics purchase...
Kin of EJK victims slam ex-Pres Duterte over delay tactics
November 17, 2025
The families of victims of extrajudicial killings (EJKs) during the drug war under the administration of former President Rodrigo Duterte have criticized him for his attempt to evade justice and accountability. Members of Rise Up for Life and for Right...
6 regional wage boards urged to implement hikes
November 17, 2025
House Minority Leader and 4Ps Rep. Marcelino Libanan on Sunday urged wage boards to “act with urgency” in adjusting pay rates as he bared that minimum wage increases have yet to be implemented in six regions with less than seven weeks to go before the ...
PH, US, Japan boost security cooperation with another WPS drill
November 17, 2025
The Philippines, United States and Japan conducted another round of maritime drills in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), underscoring the deepening security cooperation between the country and its allies. The 13th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activit...
Pest, disease threaten rice fields in Western Visayas
November 17, 2025
ILOILO CITY—With most rice fields in Western Visayas now entering their ripening and maturity stages, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has warned of intensifying pest and disease pressures across the region. The DA’s October 2025 Rice Monthly Bulleti...
Over 1,000 tourism workers displaced by waste spill, Tino in NegOr
November 17, 2025
BACOLOD CITY—At least 1,280 tourism workers were affected by the ethanol wastewater spill at the Universal Robina Corp. ethanol distillery plant in Bais City, Negros Oriental, and by Typhoon “Tino” (international name: Kalmaegi) that came after. Affect...
PAGASA: 3 weather systems to bring cloudy skies, scattered rains
November 17, 2025
Three prevailing weather systems will bring cloudy skies and scattered rains to different parts of the country on Monday, the state weather bureau said.
A more mature Juan Gomez de Liano returns to Gilas Pilipinas
November 17, 2025
After three years, Juan Gomez de Liano is back in the Gilas Pilipinas pool. According to reports, Tim Cone has added the crafty 6-foot-1 guard to the roster for the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers. Gomez de Liano confirmed the development to Tiebreaker Times, sharing that Cone personally called him last Saturday — a […]
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SC: 26 trial courts to handle flood control cases
November 17, 2025
The Supreme Court (SC) has designated an initial batch of 26 Regional Trial Courts (RTCs) to handle corruption-related cases, particularly arising from the multibillion-peso flood control controversy.