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6 common Filipino flowers and their meanings
MANILA, Philippines – When you take a quick stroll through a Filipino neighborhood, you’re guaranteed to spot a handful of different types of flowers. Picture the vibrant red clusters of santan, and...
View ArticleWembanyama all business in All-Star Game debut: ‘Not here to make friends’
Charlotte, USA – San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama means business as he plays in his first NBA All-Star Game on Sunday, February 16 (Monday, February 17, Manila time). “I’m not here to make...
View ArticleNU kicks off title defense with rousing sweep of La Salle
MANILA, Philippines – In an auspicious start to the Sherwin Meneses era, defending champion NU Lady Bulldogs swept the De La Salle Lady Spikers, 25-23, 25-21, 25-18, in the UAAP Season 87 women’s...
View ArticleRappler Recap: Labor leaders seek end to political dynasties in Senate
MANILA, Philippines – Banking on the hope that voters are already tired of the usual politicians, labor leaders Leody de Guzman and Luke Espiritu launched their senatorial campaigns on Sunday,...
View ArticleSouth Korean actress Kim Sae-ron found dead at home, police official says
SEOUL, South Korea – South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron has been found dead at her home, a police official with knowledge of the case said on Sunday, February 16. Kim, 24, was one of most promising...
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Will the 2025 midterm elections be a referendum on Dutertes?
MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. does not want voters to think of what his government has done — or has failed to do — for this year’s polls. Instead, he wants the Filipino people...
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Triumphant PH curling team upbeat on Winter Olympic chances after Asian Games...
MANILA, Philippines – After snagging a historic gold in the Asian Winter Games, the Philippine men’s curling team eyes a bigger goal — the Winter Olympics. The Philippine team, made up of Alan Frei,...
View ArticleGilas blown out by Egypt to wrap up Doha Cup campaign
MANILA, Philippines – Gilas Pilipinas fell victim to a clinical Egypt side in an 86-55 loss to end the Doha International Cup at the QU Sports & Events Complex in Qatar on Sunday, February 16...
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By the power of brooms, Mandaue families rise from poverty
CEBU, Philippines – Brooms are powerful objects in the fantasy world as well as in real life. In Paknaan, a coastal barangay in the highly urbanized city of Mandaue in Cebu, hundreds of families...
View Article12 private schools face probe for ‘ghost students’ in SHS voucher program
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Education (DepEd) said on Monday, February 17, that it is investigating the alleged presence of ghost students in 12 private schools under its senior high...
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Bodong beats: A dance of culture and unity
TABUK CITY, Philippines – The streets of Bulanao recently came alive with color, music, and movement as hundreds gathered for the much-anticipated Bodong Street Dance Competition. Part of the 30th...
View ArticleTop Catholic schools declare EDSA holiday, defy Marcos ‘downgrade’
MANILA, Philippines – Top Catholic schools in the Philippines declared a non-working day on February 25, the 39th anniversary of the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution, even if the Marcos government...
View ArticleParty-lists call on Comelec for red-tagging guidelines | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: Makabayan cries foul over red-tagging blitz ahead of its bets’ Cagayan de Oro sortie Party-lists Bayan Muna and...
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Argentina inmates play rugby in bid to ditch life of crime
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina – Argentine criminal clerk and former rugby player Eduardo “Coco” Oderigo wanted to find a way to help inmates rehabilitate and stay out of jail once released, so he combined...
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Russia rules out territorial concessions on eve of talks with Trump team
MOSCOW, Russia – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Monday, February 17, ruled out territorial concessions to Ukraine, setting out a tough opening stance on the eve of talks on Tuesday with US...
View ArticleTeam standings, results: UAAP Season 87 volleyball
MANILA, Philippines – There may be favorites, but just like in past seasons, there will always be surprises. Expect more unpredictable action as the UAAP Season 87 men’s and women’s volleyball...
View ArticleWATCH: Who are Iloilo voters choosing for the 2025 polls?
MANILA, Philippines – The province of Iloilo holds a large share of the Western Visayas vote, hosting around 1.6 million voters, based on 2022 estimates from the Commission on Elections. There are at...
View ArticleCIDG head wants Henry Teves included in brother’s murder cases
CEBU, Philippines – Brigadier General Nicolas Torre III, head of the Philippine National Police (PNP) Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), recommended the inclusion of former Negros...
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DFA’s Manalo asks Chinese experts: Why so many Coast Guard ships in Ayungin?
Secretary Enrique Manalo is as cool and nonchalant as diplomats come. In sit-down or chance interviews, he sticks to his talk points, never loses his cool, and almost never gives into a fiery...
View Article[Kitchen 143] Cucina di Francesco
In this episode, Kitchen 143 host Michelle Aventajado of Momma ‘N Manila visits community restaurant Cucina di Francesco in Quezon City! Joining her are Cucina di Francesco’s owners Mary Rose and Tedi...
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