Extreme eating shows in China show people eating as many cups of instant noodles or dumplings as possible HONG KONG – China said on Tuesday that consumers should “rationally resist bad content” of extreme eating shows, which have boomed online, because they cause “heartbreaking” food waste and spread “unhealthy” ideas …
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Vlogger Rendon Labador says he is ‘national fitness coach’ for cops, PNP says otherwise
Labador had dubbed himself as the 'Pambansang Coach ng Kapulisan' CEBU, Philippines – The Philippine National Police (PNP) issued a memorandum, dated June 21, to clarify confusion over a national fitness program for police allegedly led by fitness vlogger Rendon Labador. “The Chief PNP has not authorized any fitness instructor …
Read More »Over 200 foreigners rescued from scam centers still stranded along Thai-Myanmar border
Filipinos are among the 216 people housed under the rebel group Karen National Army after they were rescued from scam centers near the border of Myanmar and Thailand More than 200 foreign nationals rescued from scam centers in eastern Myanmar remain stranded along the war-torn country’s border with Thailand, according …
Read More »Baguio council backs UN rapporteur’s rebuke of PH rights violations
The city council says UN Special Rapporteur Irene Khan's report offers 'crucial recommendations for legal, policy, and institutional reforms' BAGUIO, Philippines – In a move that placed Baguio’s lawmakers at odds with the Marcos administration, the city council on Monday, June 23, unanimously approved a resolution endorsing the findings and …
Read More »Van Sickle, Andaya, Phillips headline new-look Alas squad for VTV Cup
New faces make up Alas Pilipinas' retooled roster for the VTV Cup in Vietnam, with two-time PVL MVP Brooke Van Sickle leading the way MANILA, Philippines – Alas Pilipinas is set to field eight new players for the 2025 VTV Cup set from June 28 to July 5 in Vinh …
Read More »Who is Cardong Trumpo, the grand winner of ‘Pilipinas Got Talent’ season 7?
Construction worker Ricardo Cadavero, a 55-year-old trumpo master, wins the hearts of Filipinos with his amazing skill, and a dream to move his family to a safer home MANILA, Philippines – Cardong Trumpo, whose real name is Ricardo Cadavero, captivated the nation and spun his way into history on Pilipinas …
Read More »Iran issues stark warning to ‘gambler’ Trump: We will end this war
Ebrahim Zolfaqari, spokesperson for Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya central military headquarters, says the US should expect heavy consequences for its actions Iran said on Monday, June 23, that the US attack on its nuclear sites expanded the range of legitimate targets for its armed forces and called US President Donald Trump …
Read More »LGBTQ+ glossary: Understanding the concepts, terms used by the community
The words that make up the 'LGBTQ+' acronym are just the tip of the iceberg. Read through this glossary to explore the other terms and concepts under the vast LGBTQ+ spectrum. MANILA, Philippines – As an individual begins to explore the complexities of their identity and how they choose to …
Read More »DOT, Mastercard forge data sharing partnership to boost tourism promotions
While the Philippines fell short of its target international arrivals in 2024, the tourism sector's revenues reach record highs as international visitors stay in the country longer MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Tourism (DOT) and Mastercard inked a partnership geared towards using data analytics to better promote Philippine destinations. …
Read More »Israel under missile attack, Iran says all options open after US strikes
US President Donald Trump warns Tehran it will face more devastating attacks if it does not agree to peace JERUSALEM, Israel – Israel faced a missile attack on Sunday, June 22, as Iran said it reserved all options to defend itself after unprecedented US strikes that President Donald Trump said …
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