Trump ousts White House national security adviser Waltz, replaces him with Rubio
WASHINGTON, USA – US President Donald Trump ousted his national security adviser Mike Waltz on Thursday, May 1, and named Secretary of State Marco Rubio as his interim replacement in the first major...
View ArticleIN PHOTOS: Miss Universe PH 2025 bets bring mythical vibes to national...
MANILA, Philippines – Ahead of the coronation night on May 2, the 66 candidates for Miss Universe Philippines 2025 went all out during the national costume showcase to represent the different mythical...
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Duterte asks ICC to junk case on basis of no jurisdiction
MANILA, Philippines – Citing lack of jurisdiction, former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte has officially asked the International Criminal Court (ICC) to completely junk the case against him —...
View ArticleBicol provinces request priority polling places for 2025 elections
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay – Three provinces in the Bicol region requested priority polling places (PPP) for the 2025 midterm elections on May 12. The local government units of Albay, Catanduanes, and...
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Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation Presents HOPE Summit 2.0: Sustaining Hope,...
The Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation proudly announces HOPE Summit 2.0, a two-day flagship event that will bring together Hope Paddlers—community leaders, educators, and volunteers from YBH-adopted Last...
View ArticleLIVE UPDATES: Miss Universe Philippines 2025 coronation night
Who will be the Philippines’ new queen? A mix of pageant veterans and fresh faces vie for the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 crown when the coronation night unfolds on Friday, May 2, at 6 pm at the...
View ArticleChelsea Manalo takes final walk at Miss Universe Philippines 2025
MANILA, Philippines – Chelsea Manalo took her final walk at the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 coronation night on Friday, May 2, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. The Bulakenya proudly...
View ArticleHere are the 3 winners of Miss Universe Philippines 2025 international titles
MANILA, Philippines – Following Ahtisa Manalo’s crowning as Miss Universe Philippines 2025, the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) Organization also named three other Filipina beauty queens who will...
View ArticleThird time’s a charm: It was Ahtisa Manalo’s moment to win – and she did
MANILA, Philippines – After three tries, Quezon Province’s Ma. Ahtisa Manalo finally won the Miss Universe Philippines title. Ahtisa clinched the highly coveted crown during the finals night on...
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Fernando plans to build 2 more modern public hospitals for Bulakenyos
BULACAN, Philippines – As he braces for what could be his final three years in office, reelectionist Bulacan Governor Daniel Fernando envisions a full implementation of the Universal Health Care law...
View ArticleFarage’s right-wing UK Party wins mayoral and parliamentary post in surge of...
WIDNES, England – Britain’s right-wing Reform UK party won a vacant parliamentary seat, two mayoralties and control of several councils on Friday, May 2, in early results from elections that its...
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Two new Gordon Ramsay restaurants to open in Cebu
MANILA, Philippines – After the successful opening of Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill Philippines at Newport World Resorts last October, two new Gordon Ramsay restaurant concepts are set to open their...
View ArticleThe game of fame: Is being a celebrity enough to win a campaign?
Can fame alone win the vote? Back then, maybe. For some candidates, yes. But for many others, not necessarily. In the Philippines, it’s common to see actors, actresses, sports legends, or even social...
View ArticleDOCUMENTARY: Kiko-Bam’s uphill battle
Former senators Kiko Pangilinan and Bam Aquino are eyeing a return to the Senate — but it won’t be an easy path. While both have made strides, they continue to trail in pre-election voters’ preference...
View ArticleSingapore votes in test of ruling party’s monopoly
SINGAPORE – Singapore is holding an election on Saturday, May 3, almost certain to perpetuate the unbroken rule of the People’s Action Party (PAP), in a test of public approval for its new prime...
View ArticleWATCH: Dutertes cornered Davao City mayoral post for 34 years
DAVAO CITY, Philippines – Apart from the drug war, impeachment, and confidential funds, there’s another issue people should be talking about the Dutertes: their dynasty. Excluding former president...
View ArticleRappler Recap: Alyansa courts vote-rich Batangas
BATANGAS CITY, Philippines – In Batangas City on Saturday, May 3, the administration’s Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas flexes the supposed gains of a “Bagong Pilipinas” and an endorsement from the...
View ArticleConclave at the Vatican: The election of the next pope
Cardinals are set to convene starting May 7 for the conclave that will elect the 267th leader of the Roman Catholic Church, succeeding Pope Francis. The conclave includes 135 cardinals who are...
View ArticleAustralia’s Albanese claims election victory, riding anti-Trump wave
SYNDEY, Australia – Australia’s Anthony Albanese claimed a historic second term as prime minister on Saturday, May 3, in a dramatic comeback against once-resurgent conservatives that was powered by...
View ArticleZelenskyy says he discussed air defense, sanctions with Trump in Vatican meeting
KYIV, Ukraine – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he discussed air defense systems and sanctions on Russia with Donald Trump on the sidelines of Pope Francis’ funeral at the Vatican, in...
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