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Trump’s foreign aid cuts ‘catastrophic,’ says global Catholic charity arm
VATICAN CITY – The Roman Catholic Church’s worldwide charity arm sharply criticized President Donald Trump‘s cuts to US foreign aid on Monday, February 10, saying his plans to end funding for relief...
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Remembering Margarita Fores, one of the greatest Filipino chefs
MANILA, Philippines – The culinary world mourns as the Philippines lost one of its most legendary Filipino chefs, Margarita “Gaita” Fores, on Tuesday, February 11. .igframe iframe{ background: white;...
View ArticleRappler Talk Entertainment: The ladies of ‘I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now...
If all rom-coms were rolled into one and made into a musical, it would be I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. This well-loved theatrical romp sings its way through the entire gamut of romantic...
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In Marcos country to woo votes, Ping Lacson talks about EDSA
ILOCOS NORTE, Philippines – At a kick-off rally for the administration’s senatorial slate on Tuesday, February 11, Panfilo Lacson chose to talk about a taboo topic here: the 1986 ouster of the late...
View ArticleRappler Recap: Kiko Pangilinan, Bam Aquino ride pink wave for Senate comeback
MANILA, Philippines – Former senators Kiko Pangilinan and Bam Aquino concluded their campaign kick-off in the vote-rich province of Cavite on Tuesday, February 11. The campaign rally in Dasmariñas...
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‘Marcos ako’: Reelectionist Imee refutes family feud claims at start of 2025...
ILOCOS NORTE, Philippines — Before an arena filled with her family’s loyal supporters and flanked by fellow administration-backed Senate bets, Senator Imee Marcos said she was “hurt” by talk that she...
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Metro Pacific acquires Ayala’s telehealth platform KonsultaMD
MANILA, Philippines – Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) continues to expand its healthcare business. Its digital healthcare unit Metro Pacific Health Tech Corporation (mWell) has inked a...
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Margarita Fores’ restaurants through the years
MANILA, Philippines – The late chef Margarita Fores‘ impact on the Philippine culinary scene is undeniable. As one of the country’s most celebrated Filipino chefs, she built an empire of restaurants...
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‘Ex Ex Lovers’ director JP Habac on romcom return with dream Marvin-Jolina...
It was just another episode of the Ang Walang Kwentang Podcast hosted by filmmakers and longtime friends JP Habac and Antoinette Jadaone that prompted the idea for the long-awaited reunion movie of...
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Pope Francis tells US bishops Trump’s immigration policy ‘will end badly’
VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis sharply criticized US President Donald Trump‘s immigration crackdown in an unusual open letter to America’s Catholic bishops on Tuesday, saying criminalizing migrants and...
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Honoring Margarita Fores’ legacy: Chefs, celebrities, groups pay tribute to...
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine culinary scene just lost a legend as renowned chef and restaurateur Margarita Forés’ death was confirmed on Tuesday, February 11. She was 65. As the founder of the...
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Marcos frames 2025 polls as ‘crossroads’: ‘Bagong Pilipinas’ or pro-China,...
ILOCOS NORTE, Philippines — In a campaign event that featured senatorial candidates dancing the budots, reminiscing on the post-Martial Law years, and addressing talk of family feuds, it was still...
View ArticleComelec warns candidates on syndicates’‘secret shading’ claim | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: Comelec warns vs syndicates peddling ‘secret shading’ on ballots The Commission on Elections on Wednesday,...
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Margarita Fores’ culinary impact, as shown by the celebrities she served
MANILA, Philippines – Margarita Fores was a legend that the Filipino culinary world lost on February 11. She was a decorated chef, caterer, and restaurateur who was at the helm of several popular...
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CBCP approves ‘alternative’ Filipino version of ‘Hail Mary’
MANILA, Philippines – The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) approved “Ave Maria,” an “alternative” Filipino version of the “Hail Mary” prayer, during its recent plenary assembly....
View Article[In The Public Square] The latest election surveys: What do they mean?
MANILA, Philippines – This week, two surveys dropped — strategically timed for the start of the official campaign period for national elective offices. We get what the surveys say; the numbers are...
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Trump readies reciprocal tariffs as trade war fears mount
WASHINGTON, USA – Donald Trump‘s trade advisers were finalizing plans on Wednesday, February 12, for the reciprocal tariffs the US president has vowed to impose on every country that charges duties on...
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Philippine military eyes more upgrades, including ‘dream’ submarines
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines is looking to buy more military hardware to modernize its arsenal, including additional BrahMos missiles from India and at least two submarines, the chief of the...
View ArticleChelsea Fernandez is Sultan Kudarat’s representative to Miss Universe...
MANILA, Philippines – Chelsea Fernandez was officially named the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 representative of Sultan Kudarat on Wednesday, February 12. Fernandez is a veteran in the local pageant...
View ArticleNo semis: Meralco absorbs double OT heartbreaker from New Taipei in EASL
MANILA, Philippines – Just like in the PBA, Meralco suffered a heartbreaking end to its campaign in the East Asia Super League (EASL). The Bolts fell short of a semifinal berth in the EASL after...
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