Education officials quit as Angara set to take over agency | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: 5 DepEd execs quit as Angara prepares to take over agency Five high-ranking officials of the education department...
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Alleged syndicate behind fake birth certificates scheme in Davao del Sur – NBI
MANILA, Philippines – A regional office of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said a syndicate must be behind the issuance of fake birth certificates in Santa Cruz, Davao del Sur. “With the...
View ArticleWinning culture: NU escapes FEU in 5-set repeat for SSL crown
MANILA, Philippines – Bringing their winning caliber from the UAAP, the NU Lady Bulldogs clawed their way back in five sets to rule the the Shakey’s Super League (SSL) National Invitationals on...
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Divorce advocates to lawmakers: Listen to us, not just research
MANILA, Philippines – Days before the 19th Congress reconvenes, advocates for the passage of the divorce bill in the Philippines gathered to call on lawmakers to listen to stories from Filipinos who...
View ArticleTNT, NLEX tap former NBA players for PBA Governors’ Cup
MANILA, Philippines – MVP teams TNT and NLEX tapped former NBA players as imports in the season-opening PBA Governors’ Cup. The Tropang Giga acquired the services of Darius Days, while the Road...
View ArticleSenior Republican lawmakers ask Biden for options to support Philippines in...
WASHINGTON, USA – Two senior Republican US senators have asked President Joe Biden to provide a complete list of options developed by the Pentagon and State Department to help support the Philippines...
View ArticleLate second-half rampage tows Strong Group past Malaysia in Jones Cup
MANILA, Philippines – There’s still no stopping Chris McCullough and the rest of Strong Group-Pilipinas in the 2024 William Jones Cup. Thanks to its massive second-half rampage, Strong Group remained...
View ArticleMPL Philippines return? OhMyV33nus, Wise join Aurora after Blacklist exit
MANILA, Philippines – Is VeeWise back to the pro scene? Johnmar “OhMyV33nus” Villaluna and Danerie James “Wise” del Rosario intrigued fans of a Mobile Legends Professional League Philippines return...
View ArticleSara Duterte maintains high approval, trust ratings | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: Despite Cabinet exit, Sara Duterte maintains top approval, trust ratings – Pulse Asia A Pulse Asia survey reveals...
View Article‘One of our own’: Robredo hails Naga’s Amaro for 2024 Palaro 7-gold chart-topper
MANILA, Philippines – No less than former vice president Leni Robredo hailed the stunning Palarong Pambansa 2024 showcase of young star swimmer TJ Amaro after he rose as the most bemedalled out of 541...
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LIVE UPDATES: Philippines vs USA – Jones Cup 2024
MANILA, Philippines – On the heels of its most dominant victory, Strong Group-Pilipinas aims to continue its winning ways in the 2024 William Jones Cup when it tangles with Future Sports USA on...
View ArticleHong Kong journalist group head says she was fired by WSJ amid press freedom row
HONG KONG – The head of the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) said she was fired by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) on Wednesday, July 17, after she refused demands from senior editors at the...
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FAST FACTS: What’s the North-South Commuter Railway?
MANILA, Philippines – Construction of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) is proceeding full speed ahead, with the goal of finally completing a railway that stretches from New Clark City in Tarlac...
View Article[WATCH] Rappler Live Jam: totâ
MANILA, Philippines – Taking the Rappler Live Jam stage for the very first time on Thursday, July 18, is “Tindig Balahibong Rock” artist totâ! The solo project of OPM band Autotelic’s frontman Josh...
View ArticleUS wants ‘strong, independent’ nuclear regulatory body in PH
MANILA, Philippines – The United States seeks to train experts and develop “a strong, technically competent, and independent regulator for nuclear safety in the Philippines,” according to Christopher...
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For the sober club: Cosmic opens Gnostic, Poblacion’s first non-alcoholic bar
MANILA, Philippines – Who needs alcohol to have fun? Many party-goers don’t actually, and Gnostic – vegan restaurant Cosmic’s newest venture – has created an inclusive space for vegans, non-vegans,...
View ArticleCone says Brownlee ‘ages like fine wine’ as Gilas star remains a force
MANILA, Philippines – The fact that Justin Brownlee, 36, is getting older is not lost on Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone. Even the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas is bracing for the future as it...
View ArticleRappler Talk Entertainment: The reigning queens of Binibining Pilipinas 2024
MANILA, Philippines – Days after they were crowned, the Binibining Pilipinas 2024 queens are visiting the Rappler HQ! In this latest episode of Rappler Talk Entertainment, reporter and pageant fan...
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MAP: North-South Commuter Railway stations
MANILA, Philippines – The North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR), what would be the Philippines’ longest railway, is moving full speed ahead. Where are its stations located? As of July 18, 2024, the NSCR...
View ArticleReturning Abil shines in Cignal rout of Rondina-less Titans; Petro routs ZUS...
MANILA, Philippines – The Cignal HD Spikers got off to a hot start in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference, drubbing the shorthanded contender Choco Mucho Flying Titans, 25-18, 25-21, 25-16, at the...
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