VATICAN CITY — A heartbreaking moment for the world: Pope Francis, the gentle and courageous shepherd of the Catholic Church, has passed away at the age of 88. The Vatican confirmed that the Holy Father died peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2025, at his residence in Casa Santa Marta. The first pope from Latin America,…
Miami, USA – Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala wrapped up her remarkable campaign in the 2025 Miami Open after pushing World No. 4 Jessica Pegula to the brink in a grueling three-set semifinal on Friday. Pegula eventually secured a hard-fought 7-6 (3), 7-5, 6-3 victory to advance to the final. Despite the loss, the 19-year-old…
CABAGAN, ISABELA – A portion of the Cabagan-Sta. Maria Bridge, a key infrastructure project under former President Rodrigo Duterte’s Build Build Build program, collapsed on February 27, 2025, despite undergoing retrofitting for earlier structural concerns. The 990-meter bridge, inaugurated in 2023, had been undergoing repairs when it gave way, involving four vehicles, including a dump…
Veteran actress and Queen of Philippine Cinema, Gloria Romero, has passed away at the age of 91. The heartbreaking news was shared by her daughter, Maritess Gutierrez, in a Facebook post. “It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my beloved mother, Gloria Galla Gutierrez, aka Gloria Romero, who peacefully joined our…
Manila, Philippines – The NU Pep Squad has once again proven their dominance in the cheerdance landscape as they clinched their 8th UAAP Cheerdance Competition (CDC) championship title during the UAAP Season 87 held at the Mall of Asia Arena on Sunday, December 1, 2024. With their “Out-of-this-World” #NUniverse-themed routine, the squad delivered a stellar performance that combined powerful…
It’s hard to believe two weeks have flown by since the Paris Summer Olympics kicked off with a star-studded opening ceremony, featuring breathtaking performances by Céline Dion, Lady Gaga, and more. The emotions ran high, setting the stage for what was promised to be an epic closing ceremony—and it certainly delivered. Artistic director Thomas Jolly…
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. will deliver his third State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 22, 2024, at the Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City. This event is set to be the “biggest SONA” in history based on the number of confirmed attendees. As he wraps up his second year in office,…
After attending the Pride March event ‘Love Laban 2 Everyone’ for the first time last Sunday, Maris Racal is set to show her support again. She will be one of the special guests at the ‘Arise: The Pride Party Show’ on June 29. Maris Racal is set to perform alongside top Drag Queens from Luzon,…
In a notable development, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has documented a significant increase in the presence of Filipino fishermen at Bajo de Masinloc Shoal. This positive shift comes on the heels of BFAR’s recent strategic deployment, ensuring the delivery of essential food and oil supplies to support the local fishing community….
A distressing situation unfolded on Haroun Al Rasheed Street in western Gaza, where civilians gathered around food aid trucks. According to reports, Israeli tanks and drones opened fire, resulting in 104 fatalities and 760 individuals sustaining injuries. The aid trucks attempted to evacuate the area, inadvertently causing further harm to civilians. The ongoing crisis has…