Up to 10 shot, wounded at Detroit area water park, police say
As many as 10 people, including children, were shot and wounded at a city-run water park near Detroit on Saturday evening, June 15, police said, calling the incident random gunfire. The suspect was...
View Article[Time Trowel] Yamashita gold is a myth, and treasure hunting is not archeology
A trowel (/ˈtraʊ.əl/), in the hands of an archaeologist, is like a trusty sidekick – a tiny, yet mighty, instrument that uncovers ancient secrets, one well-placed scoop at a time. It’s the Sherlock...
View ArticleCNN rules for first US presidential debate: no props, muted microphones
WASHINGTON, USA – The first US presidential debate between incumbent Joe Biden and Republican rival Donald Trump on June 27 will include two commercial breaks, no props, and muted microphones except...
View ArticleREVIEW: The Manila Film Festival 2024 – Set A
In the last few years, short films have become central to the cultural conversation in cinema. In response, more local and international festivals have begun handing out grants for younger filmmakers...
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What you should know about the Pride flags of the LGBTQ+ community
Every Pride month or when you go to LGBTQ+-owned or themed establishments, you will often notice a rainbow flag displayed. While the flag has become a universal symbol for the queer community, do you...
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[Two Pronged] My girlfriend broke up with me because her family doesn’t like...
Rappler’s Life and Style section runs an advice column by couple Jeremy Baer and clinical psychologist Dr. Margarita Holmes. Jeremy has a master’s degree in law from Oxford University. A banker of 37...
View ArticleNegros church leaders, power consumers call on NEA administrator Almeda to...
NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines – Even though power consumers of the Negros Occidental Electric Cooperative (NOCECO) felt relieved as its power rate dropped for June, concerns about internal...
View Article[Kitchen 143] Asian fusion cuisine at Buffet Town Greenhills
Kitchen 143 now heads out of the home kitchen and visits old and new favorite restaurants in and out of Metro Manila. In this episode, Kitchen 143 host Michelle Aventajado of Momma ‘N Manila heads to...
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‘No idea why’: Porac POGO lists Harry Roque as legal representative
MANILA, Philippines – A document of the newly-raided Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) in Porac, Pampanga, lists former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque as its legal representative,...
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IN PHOTOS: Miss World Philippines 2024 unveils 35 candidates
MANILA, Philippines – The Miss World Philippines (MWP) Organization introduced the 35 candidates competing for its 2024 pageant during the press presentation on Saturday, June 15. 18 of these...
View ArticleCOA flags Cauayan City’s P2.58 billion worth of uninsured properties
MANILA, Philippines – Properties worth P2.58 billion in Cauayan City, Isabela are not covered by state insurance, the Commission on Audit (COA) found. This is in violation of Republic Act No. 656 or...
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China Coast Guard: Philippine supply ship bumped Chinese ship at Ayungin Shoal
BEIJING, China – A Philippine supply ship dangerously approached a Chinese ship resulting in a slight collision after it illegally intruded into waters adjacent to the Second Thomas Shoal or Ayungin...
View ArticleLOOK: Here are the ticket prices for Binibining Pilipinas 2024 coronation night
MANILA, Philippines – Filipino pageant fans, you can now witness the live crowning of our next Binibining Pilipinas queens! The Binibining Pilipinas 2024 coronation night is set to take place on...
View ArticleSecondhand Serenade in Manila: Ticket prices, seat plan
MANILA, Philippines – Are you ready to fall for Secondhand Serenade over again? Concert promoter PULP Live World announced on Sunday, June 16, that rock band Secondhand Serenade is coming to the...
View ArticlePolice arrest janitor who burned school, mayor’s houses in San Carlos
BACOLOD, Philippines – Authorities arrested on Saturday, June 15, a school janitor who allegedly set a school on fire in San Carlos City, Negros Occidental, after he lost his job. Police said a...
View ArticleLIVE UPDATES: Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks, 2024 NBA finals, Game 5
MANILA, Philippines – With their backs against the wall, the Dallas Mavericks continue to hope for a miracle in the 2024 NBA Finals as they try to stave off another title-winning attempt by the mighty...
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[Free to disagree] Pretty, witty and Quezon City
During the 2022 presidential campaign, I was so irritated by our current First Lady’s “I am so New York” description of herself. I just thought it was a grab at cosmopolitanism that was pretentious,...
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Leyte university faces backlash over limited graduation accommodations
LEYTE, Philippines – The state-owned Leyte Normal University (LNU) drew criticism after it proceeded with its graduation rites in a school facility that could only accommodate graduates with Latin...
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Taiwan is not seeking war with China, defense minister says
TAIPEI, Taiwan – Taiwan is not seeking war with Beijing, and its policy is to build up a defensive, multi-level deterrence capability to make it harder for China to capture the island, Taiwan Defense...
View ArticleAt Home sa Abroad: Overseas marriage, an option for Pinoy LGBTQ+ couples
MANILA, Philippines – In the Philippines, not everyone has the absolute right to marry the person they love. This includes the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer+ (LGBTQ+) community – since...
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