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Katrina Halili’s Sweet Birthday Message to Kris Lawrence Fuels Reunion Buzz — But Her ‘Mr. B’ Post Leaves One Big Question Unanswered

MANILA, Philippines — Katrina Halili has once again sent fans of her renewed bond with Kris Lawrence into “kilig” mode after celebrating the R&B singer’s birthday with an affectionate message, an intimate family dinner and words that quickly reignited questions about where their relationship is headed. On September 1, 2026, Halili shared photos from Lawrence’s simple birthday celebration with their daughter, Katie. The images showed the three spending the occasion together over an intimate dinn

September 1, 2026

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Pakistan Cricket Erupts After Shock England Test Shake-Up — But the PCB’s Biggest Decision May Still Be Coming

Pakistan cricket has descended into another storm of controversy after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) made sweeping changes to its Test squad and coaching staff following two heavy defeats against England. With the three-match Test series already lost, the PCB has released seven players and two coaches ahead of the final Test at Edgbaston, a move that former Pakistan captains and coaches have described as panic-driven and lacking stability. The dramatic overhaul comes after Pakistan were bea

September 1, 2026

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They Were Told to Postpone the Wedding—Then the Bride Walked Into a Flooded Church

HAGONOY, BULACAN, Philippines — Floodwaters may have swallowed the streets of Hagonoy, Bulacan, but they did not stop one couple from saying “I do.” Leian Lieza Galang and Gilbert Chico went ahead with their wedding on Tuesday, September 1, at St. John the Baptist Parish in Hagonoy despite floodwater reaching roughly hip level inside the church. Images and videos of the unusual ceremony quickly spread online, showing the bride, groom and a small group of guests navigating murky floodwater on t

September 1, 2026

Entertainment

Scott McTominay Facing Heart Procedure as Napoli Reveal Shock Medical Update — Here’s When He Could Return

NAPLES, Italy — Napoli have confirmed that Scott McTominay will undergo a corrective heart procedure after the Scotland international developed a mild, benign cardiac arrhythmia, ruling the midfielder out for around a month. The Serie A club announced the medical update on Tuesday, September 1, saying the 29-year-old midfielder is expected to undergo cardiac arrhythmia ablation using pulsed field ablation (PFA) in the coming days. Napoli said McTominay should be available again after the upcom

September 1, 2026

Business

EXPANSIONARY FISCAL PLAN PUSHES ANNUAL SPENDING PAST W1,000 tr BY 2030

Expansionary Fiscal Plan Pushes Annual Spending Past ₩1,000 Trillion by 2030 SEOUL — South Korea has unveiled its largest-ever annual government spending increase, proposing an 820.9 trillion won ($595–$598 billion) budget for 2027 as the country seeks to turn a semiconductor windfall into longer-term economic growth. The proposed budget would increase government spending by 12.8% from the 2026 main budget, a record pace that surpasses the 10.6% increase introduced during the aftermath of the

September 1, 2026

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Samar’s Rare Rafflesia Is Fighting for Survival—And the Threat May Be Closer Than Anyone Thinks

TACLOBAN CITY, Philippines — A rare flower found only in Samar is once again at the center of an intensified conservation campaign as environmental officials work with local communities to protect its remaining forest habitat. The focus is the Samar rafflesia (Rafflesia manillana), an endangered species whose survival is closely tied to the forests of Basey, Samar. The Protected Area Management Office of the Samar Island Natural Park (PAMO-SINP), together with the local government of Basey, ha

September 1, 2026

Entertainment

Joy Barcoma Steps Away From ‘Dogshow Divas’ to ‘Protect My Peace’ — But the Story Behind the Podcast Shake-Up Started Months Ago

MANILA, Philippines — Joy Barcoma is stepping away from Dogshow Divas, ending—for now—one of the podcast’s most talked-about hosting combinations just months after her guest appearances turned into a recurring role alongside Baus Rufo. The former beauty queen and television host said she was making the decision as a way of protecting her peace, according to a GMA News report on her announcement. But Barcoma’s exit lands in the middle of a much bigger story surrounding Dogshow Divas: months of

September 1, 2026

Business

Brazil Just Rewrote the Rules for Concert Tickets — And Resellers May Have to Reveal the Number Fans Rarely See

Brazil is taking aim at one of the biggest frustrations facing concertgoers worldwide: tickets that disappear in seconds, unexplained fees that appear at checkout and seats that quickly reappear on resale sites at sharply higher prices. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed new regulations on August 31 governing the sale and resale of tickets for cultural and entertainment events, introducing tougher transparency requirements for ticketing companies and new measures designed to stop automa

September 1, 2026

Entertainment

Nikki Huang Has Traveled to Some of the World’s Most Beautiful Places — But One Companion Keeps Appearing in Her Sweetest Memories

For someone whose life regularly crosses paths with luxury fashion, international travel and some of the world’s biggest style capitals, Nikki Huang’s most treasured travel companion may be the least concerned about what anyone is wearing. The Rustan’s executive recently turned the spotlight away from fashion and onto her four-legged best friend, sharing another affectionate glimpse of the canine companion that has apparently been part of some of her sweetest memories on the road. Bilyonaryo d

August 31, 2026

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Jaggy Glarino Turned ‘Yero’ and ‘Kumot’ Into High Fashion — But Filipinos Are Fighting Over What the Designs Really Say About Poverty

One of the pieces now attracting attention is Glarino’s Yero Top, part of his IGNO collection. In an earlier interview with Vogue Philippines, Glarino explained that the design began when he encountered a corrugated, gold-toned material that immediately reminded him of the roofs he had seen along the Manila Skyway. Rather than leave the material pristine, he distressed and altered it to resemble sheets of galvanized iron weathered by years of sun and rain. For Glarino, those rooftops were tie

August 31, 2026