The Court of Appeals (CA) has upheld the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) cease and desist order against AlphanetWorld Corp. (NWorld) for illegally soliciting investments from the public. In a statement on Tuesday, the SEC announced that the CA 8th Division ruled that the commission had provided due process in issuing the order in February…
Manila, Philippines — Ang Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) ay magpapatuloy sa kanilang “National Rally for Peace” sa Enero 13 sa Liwasang Bonifacio sa Maynila, na inaasahang dadaluhan ng 10-15 milyong miyembro ng INC at iba pang mga grupo mula sa Metro Manila at mga kalapit na rehiyon tulad ng Calabarzon (Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, Quezon)…
Motorists are advised that portions of Mindanao Avenue in Quezon City will be closed starting January 12 as the construction of the Tandang Sora Station of the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP) begins. This road closure is expected to last until 2028 to facilitate the construction of the station box beneath Mindanao Avenue. To accommodate…
Mahigit sa 8 milyong deboto ng Poong Hesus Nazareno ang nakibahagi sa isa sa pinakamahabang prusisyon sa mga nakaraang taon, ayon sa ulat ng National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). Noong 1:29 a.m. ng Biyernes, tinatayang umabot sa 8,093,850 katao ang dumalo sa kaganapang nagdala ng imahen ng Poong Hesus Nazareno mula sa…
Ayala Avenue’s car-free Sundays, a program promoting sustainable living and wellness, faced controversy after a vlogger and his companions were called out for their inappropriate actions toward female joggers. In a Facebook Reel, now deleted but widely circulated through screenshots, the vlogger recorded himself and his group sitting along Ayala Avenue, making inappropriate remarks while…
For the fourth time in Miss Universe history, the Philippines has won the prestigious Best in National Costume award, this time with the stunning “Hiraya” designed by Manny Halasan for Chelsea Manalo. The national costume, a breathtaking representation of faith, heritage, and destiny, captivated both judges and audiences worldwide. The term Hiraya—meaning the fulfillment of hopes, dreams, and…
Chelsea Manalo, Miss Universe Asia 2024, is overjoyed to receive a special tribute from renowned Filipino shoemaker Jojo Bragais. Known for creating shoes that honor iconic Filipino beauty queens, Bragais designed a unique pair in Manalo’s honor. The design features a sleek high heel with a platform and three secure straps, offered in glossy silver…
A shocking labor dispute has rocked Queenstown, New Zealand, as a Pinoy migrant worker files a $1 million lawsuit for moral damages against their Filipino manager and the owner of a popular convenience store. The allegations of exploitation, defamation, and malicious intent have sent shockwaves through the community. The worker claims they were subjected to…
Pia Wurtzbach, the iconic Miss Universe 2015, has just been named to Tatler Asia’s Most Influential list for 2024—solidifying her place as a global powerhouse! From her unforgettable reign as the crowned queen to her unmatched grace during the infamous crown mix-up, Pia continues to captivate the world with her advocacy and entrepreneurial success. Not…
In a remarkable display of faith and solidarity, Catholic churches across the Bicol Region have opened their doors wide to provide refuge for evacuees devastated by the relentless onslaught of Typhoon Kristine. Following the urgent directive from the Archdiocese of Cáceres, churches and pastoral halls have transformed into vital evacuation centers, offering a safe haven…