The political outlook in the Philippines is shaped by influential women who are driving change, advocating for reforms, and leading the nation through challenging times. Read more »
Rachel Alejandro, daughter of Filipino pop icon Hajji Alejandro, won Best Supporting Actress at the 2nd Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) in Los Angeles. Read more »
Many of the country’s biggest stars come from a showbiz dynasty, where parents pass their craft to their children. These dynasties have shaped Philippine entertainment across generations, leaving a lasting impact on movies, television, and music. Read more »
The Philippines' Dia Maté won the Reina Hispanoamericana 2025 title on the coronation night of the pageant in Bolivia. Read more »
The flu is all too frequently mistaken for any other mild disease that can be treated in a day or two. This was the case of Barbie Hsu, a Taiwanese actress famous for her role as Shan Cai in the original Meteor Garden, who died of pneumonia after catching influenza while traveling to Japan. Read more »
Health officials in Davao are sounding the alarm after a sharp rise in rabies-related deaths in 2024, coupled with a significant cut in funding for anti-rabies vaccines. Read more »
