MANILA, Philippines — Columnist and Kamuning Bakery owner Wilson Lee Flores recently drew online attention after stating that pandesal may have originated from China. The remark quickly prompted corrections from netizens and food history enthusiasts, who cited documented sources pointing to Spain as the bread’s origin. Food historians widely trace pandesal to the Spanish colonial…
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – A romantic anniversary hike to Mount Pulag became an unforgettable viral moment for Filipino couple Nicole Coprada and John Rey Zabella — and the internet can’t stop talking about it. Although the proposal happened last week, the viral photo capturing the moment is spreading widely just in time for Valentine’s Day, inspiring…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine entertainment industry is in mourning following the passing of veteran actress and esteemed acting coach Vangie Labalan at the age of 83. Her family confirmed that she passed away peacefully on February 12, surrounded by loved ones. While details surrounding her death were not disclosed, tributes from colleagues, students, and…
MANILA, Philippines — In a landmark decision hailed as a major stride toward equality, the Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex couples living together in the Philippines may legally co-own properties, provided there is clear proof of financial contribution. The High Court clarified that same-sex partners fall under Article 148 of the Family Code, which…
QATAR — Philippine tennis star Alex Eala bowed out of the Qatar Open 2026 after a hard-fought match against Tereza Valentova of the Czech Republic on Monday, February 9. Eala fell 7-6(6), 6-1 in the Round of 64. The opening set was closely contested, with both players exchanging games before heading into a tiebreak. Valentova…
ILIGAN CITY — Tropical Storm Basyang battered Iligan City and nearby areas in Northern Mindanao, triggering widespread flooding, landslides, and forced evacuations as continuous heavy rains overwhelmed rivers and drainage systems. Several barangays were submerged after overnight downpours caused the Tubod River to swell, prompting authorities to temporarily close the Tubod Bridge along the national…
BATANGAS, Philippines — Online discussions erupted this week after photos circulated on social media showing an alleged act of vandalism during a recent hike on a well-known mountain trail in Batangas. According to posts shared on Instagram and Facebook, a group of hikers—reportedly accompanied by a celebrity or public-facing individual—were seen marking or writing on…
MANILA, Philippines — Two new impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte have been formally transmitted to the Office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, reopening a highly contentious issue just days after the one-year constitutional bar expired. According to House Secretary General Cheloy Garafil, the complaints—filed separately by the Makabayan Coalition and…
ILAGAN CITY, ISABELA — The Capital Arena came alive on the evening of January 19, 2026, as the Bambanti Festival Kings and Queens danced their hearts out, igniting the crowd with a spectacular showcase of culture, creativity, and provincial pride. The audience erupted in cheers as the festival royals proudly presented what their respective cities…
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…