Thousands march in France in pre-election protest against far right
PARIS, France – Demonstrations were under way in Paris and cities across France on Saturday, June 15, to protest against the far-right National Rally (RN) ahead of upcoming elections to the French...
View ArticleWhat is Weverse, ‘super app’ joined by Ariana Grande?
SEOUL, South Korea – Pop star Ariana Grande is joining Weverse, a superfan platform owned by HYBE, an entertainment firm that manages K-pop phenomenon BTS. Here is what we know about Weverse and why...
View ArticleKevin Quiambao cautions against complacency as La Salle zeroes in on UAAP...
MANILA, Philippines – After UAAP Season 86 MVP Kevin Quiambao hoisted the final shot in their preseason championship loss against the UP Fighting Maroons, he pulled out two thumbs up to the La Salle...
View ArticleUp 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...
View ArticleWhat 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...
View Article[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 ArticleMeralco lowers power rates in June 2024 after ERC ruling
MANILA, Philippines – Customers of the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) will get significant relief on their electricity bills in June, as the company took back its previous rate hike announcement...
View ArticleProbe into Pentagon’s alleged anti-vax campaign sought
MANILA, Philippines – Days after a Reuters investigative report revealed that the US military launched a “secret campaign” against Chinese-produced vaccines during the height of the pandemic, there...
View ArticleSC to PhilHealth: Public health comes first over employee allowances
MANILA, Philippines – The Supreme Court reminded the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) of its obligation to make sure funds are available for Filipino healthcare services instead of...
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...
View ArticleChina 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 – June 18
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...
View Article[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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