J-pop star Kenshin Kamimura pleads not guilty to indecent assault in Hong Kong
HONG KONG – J-pop star Kenshin Kamimura pleaded not guilty to a charge of indecent assault before a Hong Kong court on Tuesday, April 15, after he was accused of assaulting a woman at a Hong Kong...
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Preparing for ‘Big One’: PH wants audit of country’s critical infrastructure
MANILA, Philippines – Officials from the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) stressed the urgent need to inspect the structural integrity of...
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RESULTS: April 2025 Pharmacists Licensure Examination
The following is a press release from the Professional Regulation Commission. The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 1,150 out of 1,907 passed the Pharmacists Licensure...
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China says it is ‘tearing down walls’ to expand trade alliances amid US standoff
BEIJING, China – China is “tearing down walls” and expanding its circle of trading partners, “shaking hands” instead of “shaking fists,” its foreign ministry said on Tuesday, April 16, as Beijing...
View ArticleUS CDC advisors to review vaccine guidelines after months-long delay
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s outside expert panel will convene on Tuesday, April 15, after a nearly two-month delay and expects to review guidelines for several vaccines...
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How Filipinos, other consumers are connected to 3 newcomers on Forbes’...
MANILA, Philippines – South Korea’s “soft power” — the popularity of its K-dramas, K-pop, and other Korean content — continues to transform its economic status, as new billionaires made it to Forbes’...
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Nude scenes ‘incredibly liberating,’ says ‘Hacks’ star Hannah Einbinder
LOS ANGELES, USA – “I have found it incredibly liberating to be nude on camera. It has actually been healing in many ways,” Hacks star Hannah Einbinder declared in a recent press conference for Season...
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What we know: PH military says undersea drones China-made, ‘likely’ deployed...
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines said Tuesday, April 15, that at least three of five underwater drones found in waters across the archipelago bore indications that these were China-made and were...
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‘Grateful’ Darren Espanto sets sights on new major career milestones
MANILA, Philippines – As many local celebrities take a break this Holy Week, Darren Espanto hopes to do the same with his family after an already eventful first quarter of the year. “I plan to spend...
View ArticleMusic, memories, a million thanks: Family, friends honor Pilita Corrales in...
MANILA, Philippines – As the memorial service of the late Pilita Corrales is held on Wednesday, April 16, the OPM legend’s lasting legacy is remembered by the Filipino entertainment industry....
View ArticleWhistleblower org says DOGE may have caused ‘significant cyber breach’ at US...
WASHINGTON, USA – A whistleblower complaint says that billionaire Elon Musk’s team of technologists may have been responsible for a “significant cybersecurity breach,” likely of sensitive case files,...
View ArticleWATCH: We tried out the online voting option for overseas Filipinos
For the first time ever, the Commission on Elections is rolling out online overseas absentee voting. This means registered Filipino voters no longer need to visit their embassies or consulates in...
View Article[REFLECTION] Why a jubilee of politicians?
The text below is the transcript of a speech delivered by Representative Jude Acidre at the Our Lady of the Annunciation parish and Shrine of the Incarnation of the Diocese of Novaliches on April 5,...
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Family asks court to free 81-year-old man ‘wrongfully’ arrested by PNP
MANILA, Philippines – The family of an elderly man is seeking his release after his alleged wrongful arrest by the Philippine National Police (PNP). The family of 81-year-old Prudencio Cebu Calubid...
View ArticleSurprising Akari ready for ‘non-stop work,’ bigger PVL goals
MANILA, Philippines – After another podium finish, it’s clear that Akari has turned into one of the fast-rising programs in the Premier Volleyball League. So the players, coaches, and team management...
View ArticleMavericks GM: ‘No regrets’ on trading away Luka Doncic
Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison didn’t back down on his decision to trade star guard Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday, April 15, a move that sparked outrage among the...
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With survey numbers stagnant, Camille Villar tries to have ‘both sides’ in...
MANILA, Philippines — Inside a packed and stuffy Ynares Center in Antipolo, Rizal in early April, senatorial candidate Representative Camille Villar spoke of the lessons her parents, the senators...
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LIST: Easter 2025 events, activities in Metro Manila for the family to enjoy
MANILA, Philippines – Easter Sunday is both a sacred and festive occasion; it’s when Catholics celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and when the Easter Bunny hides colorful, treat-filled eggs for kids...
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[OPINION] ICC clearly retains jurisdiction over Duterte’s drug war crimes
Will Philippine former President Rodrigo Duterte go on trial for 30,000 extrajudicial drug war killings? The chances have certainly improved, with him in ICC custody now in The Hague. No one credibly...
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Nora Aunor to be laid to rest in Libingan ng mga Bayani
MANILA, Philippines – Filipino entertainment legend Nora Aunor will be laid to rest in the Libingan ng mga Bayani (Heroes’ Cemetery) on Tuesday, April 22, in what is expected to be a state funeral...
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