City council plans to ban romantic behavior at Children’s Park
City council plans to ban romantic behavior at Children’s ParkPresident Duterte signs law providing 105-day paid maternity leave
President Duterte signs law providing 105-day paid maternity leave to pregnant workersFact check: Do the viral post really show that Davao is a better city than Manila?
Fact check: Do the viral photos really show Davao is a better city than Manila?Bam Aquino believes cousin former Pres. Aquino is responsible for Dengvaxia
Bam Aquino believes former Pres. Aquino is responsible for Dengvaxia controversyCatriona Gray reveals her thoughts on changing PH’s name to ‘Maharlika’
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray reveals her thoughts on changing PH’s name to ‘Maharlika’Nike faces backlash as basketball star’s shoe breaks during the game
Nike faces backlash after basketball star’s shoe splits during the gameDuterte supporters rush to Rappler's office to prove they are not ‘trolls’
Duterte supporters prove they are not ‘trolls’ as they visit Rappler’s officeMeghan Markle’s star-studded baby shower in NYC costs $200,000
Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle was spotted in New York City to attend her baby shower. There were reports saying that the lavish baby shower costs $200,000. However, it was reported that Markle’s friends paid for it.
Palace says Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray is ‘misinformed’ on age of criminal liability
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray has shared her opinion about the issue of lowering the age of criminal responsibility. However, the Palace said that the beauty queen is “misinformed” about the issue and needs to be educated.
Chel Diokno answers question about death penalty even if it is his child who gets abused
Chel Diokno was part of the recent town hall debate by ABS-CBN. During the debate, there was a “Fast Talk” segment where he was asked about the death penalty. The Senate bet strongly opposed the death penalty.
Pope Francis claims that those who attack the church are ‘devil’s friends and relatives’
Pope Francis said that those who constantly accuse the church are lcousins, friends, and relatives of the devil. The pontiff has addressed the issue of not properly handling the controversy about clerical abuse.
Duterte says rallying is 'fine'; students who support NPA will lose gov’t scholarships
President Rodrigo Duterte has broken his silence about the idea of revoking the scholarships of the students who rally against the government. He said that rallying is part of an expression and it is “fine” with him.
Duterte signs law that provides health care coverage for all Filipinos
Pres. Rodrigo Duterte has signed the Universal Health Care Act into law. Under the law, all Filipinos are automatically enrolled in the National Health Insurance Program. Even non-members of PhilHealth could still get benefits.
Manny Pacquiao admits getting hurt seeing son Jimuel enter the boxing world
Manny and Jinkee Pacquiao have been discouraging their eldest son, Jimuel, to pursue a career on boxing. Manny said that Jinkee got emotional about this. However, Jimuel insisted that boxing is his passion just like his dad.
Explainer: What are the punishments for vandalizing and destroying money?
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has given a warning about vandalizing or destroying the Philippine currency. Stapling, writing, and excessive folding are considered as prohibited acts. The violators will be facing punishments.
No more extra charges for texts & calls to other networks under new law signed by Duterte
President Rodrigo Duterte has signed into law a measure which removes the interconnection fees. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said that this allows subscribers to text and call to other networks without extra charges.
Senators slam NYC chief for ‘removing scholarship of student activists’ remark
Recently, the National Youth Commission head Ronald Cardema said that President Rodrigo Duterte should revoke the scholarships of student rallyists. However, some senators condemned the remark of Cardema.
Duterte signs SSS law that gives at least P10,000 monthly unemployment insurance
President Rodrigo Duterte signed into law that seeks to provide unemployment insurance for SSS members. The involuntarily dismissed member can get at least P10,000 per month if he or she had been paying the maximum salary credit.
Pacquiao agrees that Senate bets should be college degree holders
Senator Manny Pacquiao revealed that he has been working to get a college degree. He also agreed that a college degree should be a requirement for Senatorial and Presidential candidates. He also revealed earning his degree.
NYC chief wants Duterte to remove scholarships of anti-gov’t student rallyists
National Youth Commission (NYC) head urged President Rodrigo Duterte to revoke the scholarships of student activists. The NYC chief also urged the Sangguniang Kabataan leaders to report those who are rallying against the gov't.
President Duterte reveals that the recent Hong Kong trip was daughter Kitty’s ‘order’
President Rodrigo Duterte recently went to Hong Kong with his family. There have been speculations going around that he went there for medical treatment. However, the President clarified that it was his daughter, Kitty's idea.
Duterte signs law that can now make Pinoys keep their phone numbers forever
President Rodrigo Duterte signed into law a measure that can make “qualified subscribers” keep their mobile phone number for good. The mobile phone numbers will be made portable. The process will be free of charge.
Sara Duterte drives motorcycle from Ilocos Norte to Isabela for HNP’s campaign rally
Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio drove from Ilocos Norte to Isabela with her motorcycle. She went to Isabela for the campaign caravan of Hugpong ng Pagbabago. Since she was not with her kids, she brought “Ella” and “Elvis."
Bato dela Rosa admits fatigue caused by campaign, but still wants to continue ‘plastikan’
Bato dela Rosa said that he is getting exhausted with the campaign. However, he is still determined to endure the 90 days of “plastikan.” Dela Rosa was also able to attend the mass to commemorate the Araw ng Aurora.
Duterte, Robredo, and Poe answer speculations about Presidential bid in 2022
There are possibilities that three known female politicians will be running against each other in the 2022 Presidential elections. VP Leni Robredo, Sen. Grace Poe, and Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio answered the speculations.
DFA chief Locsin dares to ‘kill’ anyone who asks for birth certificate during passport renewal
Foreign Affairs Secretary Teddy Locsin Jr. shared on Twitter that he would kill anyone who would ask for a birth certificate when renewing a passport. Locsin insisted that birth certificate is no longer a requirement.
DepEd plans to ban candidates during graduation rites and Comelec agrees with it
The Department of Education has been planning to prohibit candidates from speaking during graduation rites. The Commission on Elections said that this proposed measure is a “good development."
Pinay’s corpse gets robbed day after her burial in the cemetery
The coffin of Magdalena Ramel was found opened day after her corpse was buried. The Ramel family was shocked to see the coffin left open and other buried items were scattered. Robbers were able to steal an expensive watch, etc.
Fil-Am in U.S. goes viral for his successful weight loss journey using arcade game
A Filipino-American went viral on social media over his mad skills in arcade dance gaming. Fil-Am Roberto Redoble shared that arcade game has helped him lose weight. Redoble shared that he wants to inspire others as well.