Philippines

Manila Places 7 City Hospitals on Code White Alert as Heavy Rains Trigger Flood Concerns

MANILA, Philippines — Seven hospitals operated by the Manila City government have been placed under Code White Alert as heavy rains linked to the Southwest Monsoon, or Habagat, continue to batter Metro Manila, putting emergency medical teams and response personnel on heightened readiness. The move comes as authorities confront another round of intense rainfall and flooding across parts of the capital region, raising concerns not only about immediate weather-related emergencies but also about th

August 29, 2026

Entertainment

Mali Returns to Public View at National Museum—But Her Story Still Sparks a Painful Debate

MANILA, Philippines — Nearly three years after her death, Mali, the beloved elephant who spent almost five decades at the Manila Zoo, is once again being seen by the public. But her return—this time as a preserved specimen at the National Museum of Natural History—is also reopening a long-running and emotional debate about animal welfare, captivity, and the legacy she left behind. Mali, whose full name was Vishwa Ma’ali, was formally transferred to the National Museum, where her preserved remai

August 29, 2026

Philippines

Sara Duterte’s ₱500M Cash Trail Leads to Lachica — So Why Might Prosecutors Never Put Him on the Stand?

MANILA, Philippines — The man repeatedly identified in testimony as having received hundreds of millions of pesos in confidential funds from the Office of the Vice President may never be called by House prosecutors in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. And that decision could become one of the most closely watched strategic gambles of the case. House prosecutors say they are considering dropping plans to subpoena Col. Raymund Dante Lachica, Duterte’s former security chief, arguin

August 29, 2026

Entertainment

Paulo Avelino Says He’s ‘Stepping Away From Everything’—Then Fans Discover the Real Reason

MANILA, Philippines — Paulo Avelino had fans doing a double take after appearing to announce that he was stepping away from show business—but before anyone could panic, the actor revealed the hilarious reason behind his supposed career break: video games. In a playful social media post, Avelino opened with what sounded like a serious announcement, telling his fans, fellow Filipinos, and people he has worked with that he would be “stepping away from everything” effective October 31, including mo

August 29, 2026

Philippines

Filipino Doctor Missing as Nepal-Tibet Flood Death Toll Hits 633 — and Rescuers Face an Even Bigger Race Against Time

KATHMANDU/MANILA — What began as a catastrophic wall of ice, rock, mud and water tearing through the Himalayas has become an increasingly desperate international search for nearly 3,000 missing people — including a Filipino doctor whose family is still waiting for confirmation that he survived. The death toll from the devastating Aug. 26 flash floods along the Nepal-China border has surged to 633, according to the latest figures reported Saturday, Aug. 29. Nepalese authorities have confirmed 6

August 29, 2026

Entertainment

SB19’s Stell Brings Gatsby Glamour to Star-Studded ‘Crazy’ Showcase, Delivers a Night of Love, Heartbreak and Stunning Vocals

SB19’s Stell turned an intimate evening into a dazzling celebration of music, romance and raw emotion as he brought the world of his newest solo single, “Crazy,” to life in a Gatsby-inspired showcase that drew some of the biggest names in Philippine entertainment. Fresh from the release of his solo comeback single, Stell welcomed guests to Salon de Ning at The Peninsula Manila in Makati City, where the venue's atmosphere echoed the glamorous jazz-era world associated with The Great Gatsby. But

August 29, 2026

Philippines

AFP Says It Got No DepEd Confidential Funds — Now Sara Duterte’s Own Lawyer Is Heading to the Witness Stand

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial is moving toward one of its most closely watched confrontations yet, as military officers and a lawyer who once served at the heart of her Department of Education leadership prepare to testify about the agency’s controversial ₱112.5 million in confidential funds. The next hearings could answer a question that has followed the controversy since a congressional investigation in 2024: Why were military certifications connected t

August 29, 2026

Entertainment

Kaila Estrada Shares Glimpses of Japan Trip With Daniel Padilla—And Fans Can’t Stop Talking

The actress recently shared moments from her Japan trip, offering a closer look at what appeared to be a fun and relaxed vacation. The posts quickly drew attention online, particularly as Kaila and Daniel have continued to make headlines over their increasingly visible public closeness. According to a recent report by the Philippine Daily Inquirer, Kaila gave followers a peek at her Japan experience alongside Daniel, with fans eagerly reacting to the pair's latest moments together. Their trip

August 29, 2026

Philippines

“Two Years Underwater”: Lyn Ching’s Emotional Report Exposes the Harsh Reality in Hagonoy—Will Help Finally Come?

HAGONOY, BULACAN — What began as another live morning report turned into an emotional moment for Kapuso host Lyn Ching, who openly expressed her frustration over the devastating and prolonged flooding affecting residents of Hagonoy, Bulacan. During a live report for Unang Hirit, Ching delivered her report while wearing a raincoat and life jacket and riding through flooded communities by boat. But beyond the images of rising water was a painful reality she said residents have been forced to endu

August 29, 2026

Philippines

Filipino Doctor Still Missing After Nepal-Tibet Flood — His Last Known Location Was at the Border Complex Hit by the Disaster

MANILA, Philippines — The search for Filipino physician Dr. Juan Carlos Manalo has taken on greater urgency as the scale of the catastrophic Nepal-Tibet flood continues to grow, with hundreds confirmed dead and thousands still unaccounted for across the Himalayan border region. Manalo, 30, a general physician from Tarlac City, has not been heard from by his family since Aug. 25 — just one day before a massive torrent of water, ice, mud and rock tore through communities and infrastructure along

August 29, 2026