Korean idol Jin of the global group BTS counts down the remaining days before he finishes his military enlistment next month. In a clip posted on BTS’ channel, Bangtan TV, Jin shared a pre-recorded message for their fans, ARMYs, stating he’ll be discharged from the military soon.  “Hi, everyone, it’s …

AC Bonifacio and her new van (AC Bonifacio via Facebook) MANILA, Philippines — Dancer-actress AC Bonifacio bought herself a van as her first major purchase. AC posted on her social media accounts photos of the brand new black van she bought from a car manufacturer branch in Quezon City. “My …

Regardless of one’s language, sharing a laugh is something that people enjoy doing with others Tickling the funny bone online, Asian style Laughter, they say, is the best medicine. But in the digital age, expressing amusement online can be a challenge. This World Laughter Day, we explore how Asians are …

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic celebrates with Jalen Suggs #4 after a basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the fourth quarter in Game Six of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Kia Center on May 03, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. AFP  Los Angeles, United States—The Dallas Mavericks …

“Such tit-for-tat actions could fuel a cycle of escalation, leading to a heightened risk of maritime incidents potentially spiraling into open conflict.” Beijing’s repeated use of water cannons in asserting its sovereignty over nearly the entire South China Sea has drawn condemnation from various quarters, with militant critics clamoring for …

“Amending the EPIRA to give more teeth to the ERC and even the DoE pursuing abusive big corporations in the power industry may work.” Halting trade in the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) whenever the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines declares a red alert on supply is a bold …

Demonstrators light candles at a rally calling for justice following the murder of a Philippine radio broadcaster, in Quezon City in suburban Manila on October 4, 2022. (AFP / Jam Sta. Rosa)  MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has sunk two spots to place 134th out of 180 countries in this …

The Lakas–Christian Muslim Democrats (CMD) and Nacionalista Party (NP) said they welcome President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.’s invitation to form an alliance with the Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP) for the midterm elections next year.  The President earlier extended the invitation during the oathtaking of 33 new members of the PFP …

Senator Jinggoy Estrada (Photo courtesy of Senate PRIB) MANILA – Senator Jinggoy Estrada has called for a new round of salary increase spread over four years for approximately 1.9 million government employees. Estrada recently filed a bill for Salary Standardization Law (SSL) VI, outlined under Senate Bill (SB) No. 2611. The bill proposes …

SAFE VOYAGES. Fr. Rinante Bose, also a coast guard officer, blesses High-Speed Response Boat 011 during its official launch on Friday (May 3, 2024). The 40-foot boat was described as relatively small but very fast and nimble, and can easily evade or maneuver around whatever obstacles it may encounter in the ocean. (Photo courtesy of Coast …