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Historic Faith Walk: Nazareno Traslacion 2026 Concludes After Nearly 31 Hours

MANILA, Philippines — After more than a full day of devotion, the 2026 Traslacion of the Black Nazarene ended Saturday morning, setting a new record as the longest procession in the annual feast’s history. The sacred image reached Quiapo Church at around 10:50 a.m., almost 31 hours after it began its journey from Quirino Grandstand…

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Filipino Celebrities Welcome 2026 With Gratitude, Humor, and Fresh Beginnings

Filipino celebrities rang in 2026 by sharing moments of reflection, laughter, and hope across social media, giving fans a closer look at how they ended the past year and embraced a new chapter. Miss Philippines Earth 2025 Joy Barcoma brought humor into the New Year with playful posts online, entertaining followers with creative and funny…

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Filipina Caregiver Leah Mosquera Passes Away After Sustaining Injuries in Israeli Missile Attack

MANILA, Philippines — A 49-year-old Filipina caregiver, Leah Mosquera from Negros Occidental, tragically passed away on Sunday morning after sustaining severe injuries during an Iranian missile attack in Israel. The Philippine Embassy in Israel confirmed her death in a statement released today. Leah had been hospitalized at Shamir Medical Center in Rehovot after an Iranian…

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BREAKING: Krishnah Gravidez Advances to Miss World 2025 Top 40 Quarterfinals

Philippine representative Krishnah Gravidez has secured a spot in the Top 40 quarterfinalists of the Miss World 2025 pageant, currently underway in Hyderabad, India. Gravidez earned her place through the “fast-track” events, which grant automatic advancement to winners in categories such as Sports, Talent, Top Model, Head-to-Head Challenge, Beauty with a Purpose, and Multimedia Challenge….

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Bong Go Tops 2025 Senate Race; Bam Aquino Stages Comeback, Imee Marcos Secures Final Spot

MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) officially proclaimed the Top 12 senators-elect of the 2025 midterm elections during a formal ceremony at The Manila Hotel on May 17, 2025. Leading the pack is Sen. Bong Go with an impressive 27.12 million votes, securing his spot as the top vote-getter and earning a second…

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Vico Sotto Wins Historic 3rd Term as Pasig Mayor, Voters Affirm Faith in Good Governance

PASIG CITY — As the final votes are being tallied, Mayor Vico Sotto secures a decisive and historic third-term victory, a testament to his transformative leadership and the people of Pasig’s overwhelming support for progressive, transparent governance. The strong mandate further cements Sotto’s legacy as a reform-oriented leader who has consistently challenged the status quo,…

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Leni Robredo Makes History as Naga City’s First Female Mayor

Former Vice President Leni Robredo has emerged victorious in the mayoralty race of Naga City, making history as the city’s first female mayor. Early results from the local Commission on Elections (COMELEC) show Robredo securing a commanding lead, solidifying her return to public service. Her election as mayor marks a significant milestone for Naga City,…

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Habemus Papam: Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected First American Pope, Takes Name Pope Leo XIV”

VATICAN CITY — White smoke has risen from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of a new leader of the Roman Catholic Church. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected the 267th pope in history and will take the name Pope Leo XIV, succeeding the late Pope Francis, who passed away on…

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