Ex-MSU chancellor gets jail sentences for spending school funds on car repairs
MANILA, Philippines – The anti-graft court Sandiganbayan has convicted a former official of the Mindanao State University (MSU) in Zamboanga Sibugay, sentencing him to two separate prison terms for...
View ArticleHamas says it creates broad prospects for a ceasefire deal in Gaza
Hamas on Wednesday, June 12, said its “positive” response to a US ceasefire plan for the eight-month-old war in the Gaza Strip opened a “wide pathway” to reach an agreement, but the outlook was...
View Article[Just Saying] Reciting a hymn and pledge: Illegal, punitive, unconstitutional
The Office of the President released Memorandum Circular No. 52 directing the recital of the Bagong Pilipinas hymn and pledge during the flag ceremony in all government agencies, including state...
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LOOK: These are the Top 5 National Costume for Binibining Pilipinas 2024
MANILA, Philippines – The Binibining Pilipinas 2024 delegates put a spotlight on Filipino artistry as they showcased various ensembles that drew inspiration from their respective hometown culture at...
View ArticleLOOK: Albie Casiño is now a dad
MANILA, Philippines – After weeks of speculation, Albie Casiño confirmed on Wednesday, June 12, that he’s now a father. The actor shared a video of him being welcomed by his non-showbiz girlfriend...
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Magalong pushes for P2.5-billion traffic overhaul for Baguio
BAGUIO, Philippines – Baguio Mayor Benjamin Magalong is pushing for a comprehensive plan and solutions, and stirring public discussions in a bid to tackle the city’s chronic traffic woes. The move...
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Jin, oldest member of K-pop’s BTS, finishes army service in South Korea
SEOUL, South Korea – Jin, the oldest member of K-pop phenomenon BTS, was discharged from South Korea’s army on Wednesday, June 12, after 18 months of duty, the first member of the group to wrap up...
View Article[OPINION] LGBT, mental health, and why Pride March is there
(Trigger warning: This article makes references to suicide.) Some critics often question whether or not Pride March is still necessary. They say that LGBTs are now more accepted in Philippine social...
View ArticleElon Musk withdraws lawsuit against OpenAI
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk on Tuesday, June 11, moved to dismiss his lawsuit accusing ChatGPT maker OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman of abandoning the startup’s original mission of developing...
View ArticleHow Apple used Google’s help to train its AI models
SAN FRANCISCO, USA – On stage on Monday, June 10, CEO Tim Cook’s Apple announced a splashy deal with OpenAI to include its powerful artificial intelligence model as a part of its voice assistant,...
View ArticleIndigenous people, groups seek ‘genuine consultations’ on revision of FPIC rules
MANILA, Philippines – As the Philippine government proceeds to revise free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) guidelines, several indigenous people and civil society organizations demanded “effective...
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[Good Business] Redefining success, guided by values
As we celebrate the Philippine Independence Day this week, it is an honor to launch the “Good Business” column, a collaboration between the PHINMA-DLSU Center for Business and Society (PDCBS) and...
View ArticleArtist Jef Albea calls out Miss Universe PH for alleged unpaid trophies
MANILA, Philippines – Filipino visual artist Jef Albea took to social media on Wednesday evening, June 12, to air his grievances against the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) Organization for its...
View ArticleTim Cook says Apple Intelligence not completely spared from AI hallucinations
Apple CEO Tim Cook, when asked about his confidence in Apple Intelligence’s immunity to AI hallucinations, said it was “not 100 percent.” In an interview with the Washington Post on Tuesday, June 11,...
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For 8th straight year, Philippines among 10 worst countries for workers
MANILA, Philippines – For the eighth consecutive year, the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) has included the Philippines in its 10 worst countries for workers. In its 2024 Global Rights...
View ArticleUN refugee agency says record 117 million people forcibly displaced in 2023
GENEVA, Switzerland – The United Nations refugee agency on Thursday, June 13, said the number of people forcibly displaced stood at a record 117.3 million as of the end of last year, warning that this...
View ArticleAt least 3 OFWs hurt in Kuwait building fire
MANILA, Philippines – At least three overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) were reported injured in a building in Kuwait that caught fire on Wednesday, June 12, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW)...
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Here’s how you can have a multi-city adventure in Australia and New Zealand
Every traveler knows that booking a flight is just one step of the long journey before you actually reach your destination. It takes weeks, if not months, of preparation, saving, getting everyone to...
View ArticleCeltics hold off desperate Mavs, go up 3-0 in finals
DALLAS, USA – Jayson Tatum poured in 31 points and Jaylen Brown supplied 30 as the Boston Celtics held off a late rally by the Dallas Mavericks for a 106-99 victory in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on...
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With rise of AI, Maria Ressa warns of loss of information integrity
MANILA, Philippines – At a Rappler+ exclusive event, Rappler CEO and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa warned that the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) could further distort today’s already...
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