In the age of social media, where outrage spreads faster than facts, it is all too easy to misinterpret statements and vilify individuals without fully understanding their context or intent. Such is the case with the recent uproar surrounding the president of the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII), Dr. […]

Former president Rodrigo Duterte spoke candidly during his journey to The Hague, acknowledging the legal challenges he faces related to his controversial war on drugs, which has led to an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC). “I’m about to land sa Hague, galing ako Dubai nag-stopover. It’s a long haul; it’s a […]

Former President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on Tuesday, March 11, at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport following an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity related to his controversial “war on drugs.” The 79-year-old Duterte, who arrived in Manila from Hong Kong, was taken into custody after Philippine […]

A reporter asked Christopher Ah, president of the Filipino-Chinese Bakery Association, Inc. (FCBAI), for his thoughts on Rhian Ramos baking without a hairnet and wearing a bikini at Bakery Fair 2025. “Bawal po kasi sa World Trade, bawal ang bikini shorts. Dapat naka-business attire,” Ah explained on Wednesday during a press conference held at Oriental […]

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Jakarta (HKETO Jakarta) hosted a business seminar and luncheon in Manila on February 14, spotlighting the role of fintech and logistics in strengthening economic ties between Hong Kong and the Philippines. The event, titled “Building a Stronger Future: The Synergistic Power of Fintech and Logistics,” also celebrated […]

Former presidential legal counsel Salvador Panelo dismissed a sedition complaint filed against his erstwhile boss as “foolish,” claiming ex-president Rodrigo Duterte’s controversial remark about killing senators was simply a joke. “Ano ba itong bansa natin? Hindi ka na pwedeng magbiro?” Panelo asked. “Magbibiro ka lang, pa-file-an ka na ng kaso. Wala ba tayong demokrasya?” Panelo […]

Mench Dizon, a marathoner and tech entrepreneur, made history as the first Filipino woman to complete the World Marathon Challenge, one of the toughest endurance events globally. The challenge requires participants to run seven marathons on seven continents in seven days. Dizon, the country head of YGG Pilipinas, faced extreme conditions across the globe, from […]

Toxic watchdog BAN Toxics is calling on content creators and online sellers to remove social media posts, advertisements, and listings promoting banned skin-lightening products containing hazardous mercury. Recent monitoring by the group found these illegal products widely advertised on platforms like TikTok, Facebook Reels, and e-commerce sites such as Lazada and Shopee. Last year, BAN […]

The Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) will continue its efforts to standardize and intellectualize the Filipino language, according to Commissioner Arthur Casanova. He made the statement during the recent Gawad Julian Cruz Balmaseda, held at the Romualdez Hall, 2/F Watson Building, 1610 Jose P. Laurel Street in San Miguel, Manila, on January 28. Casanova noted […]

A U.S. Embassy vehicle with diplomatic plates was ticketed on Friday morning for illegally using the EDSA Busway along Ortigas Avenue in Pasig City. The driver, an American, failed to present a valid license and instead showed his diplomatic passport, according to the Department of Transportation – Special Action and Intelligence Committee for Transportation (DOTr-SAICT). […]