Divorce in the Philippines has been a widely discussed topic over the years. Despite growing public support, the Philippines—along with Vatican City—remains one of the only countries in the world without a general civil divorce law. Over the years, lawmakers have filed several versions of the proposed Absolute Divorce Bill, seeking to allow couples to […]
In today’s digital age, content creators and influencers continue to emerge—producing engaging content for thousands and millions of viewers. When controversies arise, audiences often expect them to speak up and share their opinions on the issue. But what happens when their views and decisions aren’t what people expect, or want to hear? Recently, the discussion […]
Is there anyone who can match—or even surpass—Nora Aunor’s portrayal of Annie Batungbakal? Before becoming the cultural icon she is today, Annie Batungbakal originated from the 1979 OPM disco hit by the band Hotdog. The song ‘Annie Batungbakal’ introduced the fictional character, who eventually became a symbol of Manila’s disco era. This left fans hoping […]
One of the Philippines’ favorite dessert staples is making its way worldwide! In the Philippines, purple yam, more famously known as ube, is a beloved ingredient in many local delicacies such as the iconic halo-halo, cakes, ice cream, pastries, and the well-loved ube halaya (jam), which is often enjoyed on its own. Ube has become […]
Following the criticism over its March cover story, Esquire Singapore has finally broken its silence on its use of artificial intelligence to generate an interview with One Piece actor Mackenyu Arata. In a statement, the Singapore magazine said that the use of AI for its cover story was a “deliberate creative decision” and aligned with […]
It’s graduation season again! While the spotlight is usually on the kids walking up the stage, parents are now getting their share of attention too. It’s long been normal for parents to join their children during the ceremony, snapping photos and sharing the moment. But recently, a new issue has taken over the internet—and this […]
A former payroll officer exposed himself online when he revealed that he purposely delayed processing his former colleagues’ salaries. “I was once a payroll officer [and] I processed our salary intentionally late. I thought I was that bad kasi sinasubmit ko lang sa bank ang salary application namin online kapag 6 p.m. na,” he said. […]
A video of a woman preaching in an airplane cabin caught the attention of netizens, sparking discussions on boundaries of religious faith. In a TikTok video posted by user @michelleryan931, she is seen standing in the middle of the cabin for a Cebu Pacific flight bound for Manila, facing passengers while holding a book and […]
Social media is a vast network where trends and viral content constantly emerge. Recently, an upbeat and energetic song titled ‘Hawak mo ang Beat’ by DJ Mogo has taken over online platforms, accompanied by a popular dance trend that many users have joined. At first, the identity of the song’s composer was unclear, sparking curiosity […]
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