MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police Forensic Group (PNP FG) reported that approximately 1,400 of the 2,000 bones recovered from Taal Lake have been confirmed as human remains as authorities continue investigating the disappearance of several cockfighting enthusiasts, or sabungeros. “The total number of human bones we have identified, after examinations, is 1,400,” FG
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Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood honors her, 100 years after her birth
LOS ANGELES, United States — Marilyn Monroe’s hometown of Hollywood kicks off Monday a series of special events marking the 100th anniversary of the movie icon’s birth. At the historic Chinese Theatre, where Monroe’s handprints are immortalized alongside “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” (1953) co-star Jane Russell, fans plan to sing “Happy Birthday” — echoing her famed
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Marcos announces enhanced Philippines-Vietnam strategic ties
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Vietnam have entered into an Enhanced Strategic Partnership, upgrading their defense and political cooperation, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced on Monday. During a bilateral meeting with Vietnamese President Tô Lâm in Malacañang, Marcos pledged to further deepen ties with the fellow Southeast Asian nation, with a specific focus on expanding
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Badjao Girl Rita Gaviola nagpakasal sa iyang non-showbiz partner
Gikasal niadtong adlaw nga Domingo, Mayo 31, ang kanhi “Pinoy Big Brother” housemate nga si Rita Gaviola ug ang iyang non-showbiz partner na si Jeric Ong. Malipayon nga gibandera ni Rita, nga unang naila isip “Badjao Girl,” sa social media ang maong balita sa susamang adlaw. Gani, iya pang gi-share sa iyang Facebook account ang
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Estrada camp moves to block plunder arrest warrant, seeks dismissal
MANILA, Philippines — The camp of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada on Monday filed an Omnibus Motion before the Sandiganbayan seeking to stop the possible issuance of an arrest warrant in connection with the plunder case filed against him. In a statement, Estrada said his legal team submitted an Urgent Omnibus Motion Ad Cautelam, a formal request
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INQToday: Angeles building collapse death toll rises to 12
Angeles building collapse death toll rises to 12 The death toll in the collapse of a nine-story building under construction in Angeles City, Pampanga is now at 12. CIDG to honor Sandiganbayan if it orders arrest of Jinggoy Estrada If the Sandiganbayan orders for the arrest of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada and the Senate provides him
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Typhoon Domeng exits PAR, Pagasa says
MANILA, Philippines — Typhoon Domeng exited the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) on Monday morning, according to the state weather bureau. In its latest update, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said Domeng, which was located northeast of Itbayat, Batanes, exited the PAR around 11:30 a.m. READ: Typhoon Domeng maintains strength, to
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Over 55,500 PNP personnel to secure school opening
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) will deploy 55,507 personnel nationwide to ensure security for the opening of School Year 2026–2027, officials said Monday. At a press briefing in Camp Crame, PNP Operations Director Brig. Gen. Ponce Rogelio Peñones said 28,751 police officers will be directly assigned for the opening of
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Cuenca, Batangas warns residents as heat index may hit dangerous 48°C
LUCENA CITY — Despite the onset of the rainy season, the local government of Cuenca town in Batangas has advised residents to take precautionary measures as the heat index in the area may reach a dangerous 48 degrees Celsius on Monday, June 1. “The heat index in our town today may reach the ‘danger’ level.
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Jake Cuenca Reveals His First Acting Stint Reached Take 50
Jake Cuenca had a rough start as an actor Kapamilya actor Jake Cuenca revealed in a recent interview that in her first acting stint reached 50 takes. Jake is one of the most recognized “kontrabida” actors in the Philippine entertainment industry these past few years. This goes to show that his versatility is an advantage, ... Read more
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