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What’s the climate change case at the ICJ all about?
For the first two weeks of December, the World Court is holding public hearings to shed light on states’ obligations to prevent the climate crisis. Back in 2023, the United Nations (UN) General...
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From Mexican to Filipino: Consunji group finalizes purchase of CEMEX Philippines
MANILA, Philippines – From its origins as a Mexican multinational investment, CEMEX Holdings Philippines (CEMEX) is now majority-owned by Filipino conglomerate Consunji Group, known for building...
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FACT CHECK: No INC statement backing VP Sara Duterte’s outburst vs Marcos
Claim: Religious group Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) expressed support for Vice President Sara Duterte following her recent outburst against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos,...
View ArticlePope Francis names Quiapo Church rector Jun Sescon as new Bataan bishop
MANILA, Philippines – Pope Francis named Father Rufino “Jun” Sescon Jr., rector of Quiapo Church, as the new bishop of the Diocese of Balanga in Bataan. Sescon, 52, replaces Ruperto Santos, whom the...
View ArticleGiddy-up: Josh Giddey erupts for triple-double as Bulls whack Nets
Josh Giddey amassed 20 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists while leading the host Chicago Bulls to a 128-102 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night (Tuesday, December 3, Manila time). The...
View Article[Kitchen 143] Buon cibo at Francesco’s San Juan
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 visits...
View ArticleNBI arrests Marawi vice mayor over 2013 Caloocan murder
MANILA, Philippines – Authorities arrested on Monday, December 2, the vice mayor of Marawi City in connection with murder and attempted murder cases in Caloocan City. The National Bureau of...
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Only 9% of pledges to Loss and Damage Fund received so far — World Bank
MANILA, Philippines – The World Bank has so far received $68.95 million or 9% of the total $749.25 million that countries pledged to the Loss and Damage Fund, according to a report from the bank...
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Daily life in Seoul ticks on, but in shock, after 6-hour martial law drama
SEOUL, South Korea – South Koreans went to offices, businesses and schools as usual on Wednesday, December 4, with scarcely any visible signs in the capital Seoul that six hours of surprise martial...
View ArticleRide-hailing app inDrive launches in Cebu, offers zero commission rates for...
CEBU, Philippines – International ride-hailing app inDrive has officially launched its operations in the province of Cebu and some drivers here are looking forward to its unique offering: zero...
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FACT CHECK: DSWD ‘Christmas bonus’ post, registration form are fake
Claim: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) announced that Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries can receive a P4,500 Christmas bonus by filling out a registration...
View ArticlePampanga on verge of MPBL title repeat after Game 2 rout of Quezon
MANILA, Philippines – Pampanga moved on the cusp of being the first back-to-back champion in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League after a 79-60 thumping of Quezon in Game 2 of the finals held at...
View ArticleUST fends off Adamson, books UAAP women’s hoops finals rematch vs NU
MANILA, Philippines – The UST Growling Tigresses staved off the resurgent Adamson Lady Falcons’ stand, 71-59, to advance to the UAAP Season 87 women’s basketball finals at the Mall of Asia Arena on...
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Capas court grants Metro Clark another TRO, continues landfill operations
PAMPANGA, Philippines – A Regional Trial Court in Capas has issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) allowing Metro Clark Waste Management Corporation (MCWMC) to continue operating its sanitary...
View ArticleIn The Public Square: Risa Hontiveros and the Opposition
A week ago, Senator Risa Hontiveros formally ended the long-running legislative inquiry into Philippine overseas gaming operators (POGOs). She had led the probe as chair of the Senate committee on...
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Faith 101: Who is Jun Sescon, new bishop of Balanga in Bataan?
From being an assistant to Cardinal Jaime Sin in the early 2000s, Father Rufino “Jun” Sescon Jr. has gained prominence as one of the country’s most charismatic preachers. On Tuesday, December 3, Pope...
View ArticleMunzon clutch as NorthPort outlasts Magnolia to stay flawless
MANILA, Philippines – Big shots by Joshua Munzon late gave NorthPort enough cushion to fend off Magnolia, 107-103, and stay perfect in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium on...
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[OPINION] Beat the patriarchy! Blame Anthony Jennings too
Actors Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings screwed up. Cheating happens, unfortunately, but more unfortunately for public figures, a case of cheating naturally morphs into a nationwide scandal. But...
View Article[Rappler Investigates] 2024, a turbulent year
In the last few weeks, the editors and managers of Rappler have been busy assessing this year to better prepare for the year ahead. Worldwide, the future of news and journalism itself appears bleak...
View ArticleOnce again, Timor-Leste grants PH petition to extradite fugitive Arnie Teves
MANILA, Philippines – Timor-Leste has again granted the Philippine government’s petition to extradite former lawmaker and fugitive Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves, the Philippine Department of Justice (DOJ)...
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