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Spotted: LRT-1 installs new signage after viral spelling error

True to its word, the operator of the Light Rail Transit-Line 1 has finally changed its spelling error in a platform signage after it...

China warns citizens in Singapore to stay away from gambling

BEIJING — China's embassy in Singapore on Monday urged its citizens in the city-state to stay away from all forms of betting, saying gambling overseas violates...

Should governments ban TikTok? Can they? A cybersecurity expert explains the risks the app...

The U.S. House of Representatives voted 352-65 on March 13, 2024, to require TikTok’s parent company, China-based ByteDance, to sell the app or face...

More Chinese tied the knot in 2023, lifting marriage rates for first time in...

HONG KONG — The number of new marriages in China jumped 12.4% in 2023 from a year earlier, reversing a downtrend that has lasted for almost...
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Dingdong signed by Dingdong: Actor amused by request to sign snack mix

A new Dingdong merch? Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes shared his amusement after a youth councilor in Majayjay, Laguna asked him to sign a pack...

Vinegar and baking soda: A cleaning hack or just a bunch of fizz?

Vinegar and baking soda are staples in the kitchen. Many of us have combined them in childhood scientific experiments: think fizzy volcanoes and geysers. But...
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San Miguel secures bank financing for P170.6 billion airport

MANILA — Philippine conglomerate San Miguel Corp SMC.PS said on Monday it has already secured financing from banks for its P170.6 billion ($3 billion) operation and overhaul of...
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‘Scam alert’: Ogie Alcasid denies endorsing Japanese air conditioner

Singer Ogie Alcasid announced that he is not endorsing a Japanese air conditioner and cautioned his fans to be wary of such online advertisement. The...

‘The Color Purple’ cast tops NAACP Image Awards

LOS ANGELES — While "The Color Purple" actor Danielle Brooks didn't take home the Oscar for best supporting actress at the Oscars last weekend, she and cast members...

Philippines cash remittances up 2.7% in January

MANILA — Cash remittances rose 2.7% to $2.84 billion in January from a year ago, the Philippine central bank said on Friday. Cash remittances sent home by Filipinos living and working...

Philippines says sovereignty is key in South China Sea talks

MANILA — Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said the country's sovereignty and territorial jurisdiction are essential principles should there be a resumption of joint exploration talks...

‘Celebrating Women’s Spaces’: Lokalakalan 2024 trade fair showcases women artisan’s works

Work of women artisans from communities across Bangsamoro region are on spotlight in this year’s trade fair, Lokalalakan 2024. The Asia Foundation is celebrating Women’s...
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Catfish no more: Expert shares how Tinder users can spot a fraudster

Online dating can be convenient but it could also be risky. Tinder is among the most popular go-to dating apps of Filipinos who are looking...
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‘Leterally challenged’: LRT-1 operator covers signage with spelling error

Workers on Friday were spotted covering a signage on the platform of the Light Rail Transit-Line 1's United Nations Station after a commuter spotted...
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Philippines’ budget surplus at P88 billion in January

MANILA — The Philippine government posted an P88 billion ($1.58 billion) budget surplus PHBUD=ECI in January, up 92% from a year ago, the Bureau of the Treasury said on Friday. ($1...
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‘I will never forget this day’: Bretman Rock on Hawaiian House recognition

"I never thought this would ever happen." Hawaii-based Filipino-American influencer Bretman Rock was over the moon when lawmakers recognized him for his impact on Hawaiians...

BSP sees narrower 2024 current account deficit

MANILA (Updated 6:47 p.m.) — The Philippines' current account deficit is seen narrowing to $5.8 billion in 2025, or 1.1% of gross domestic product (GDP), from...

Should you be concerned about flying on Boeing planes?

The American aerospace giant Boeing has been synonymous with safe air travel for decades. Since the 1990s, Boeing and its European competitor Airbus have...

Alec Baldwin asks judge to dismiss charges in ‘Rust’ shooting

Actor Alec Baldwin's lawyers on Thursday asked a judge to dismiss manslaughter charges against him for the 2021 fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins...

Britain’s Prince William pays tribute to his late mother Princess Diana at awards event

LONDON — Britain's Prince William said on Thursday his late mother Princess Diana would have been honored to see a charity set up in her name...