4 h. ago ‘Filipino coded’: R’Bonney Gabriel’s water dispenser video captures Pinoys’ attention

“Pinay ka talaga.” That was the sentiment echoed by many in the comments section of Filipino-American Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel’s TikTok post, where she was seen transferring drinking water from one container to another, a common practice among Filipinos. On June 8, the beauty queen uploaded a video of herself carefully pouring water from […] The post ‘Filipino coded’: R’Bonney Gabriel’s water dispenser video captures Pinoys’ attention appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

12 h. ago Just one man survived the Air India crash. What’s it like to survive a mass disaster?

Viswashkumar Ramesh, a British citizen returning from a trip to India, has been confirmed as the only survivor of Thursday’s deadly Air India crash. “I don’t know how I am alive,” Ramesh told family, according to his brother Nayan, in a video call moments after emerging from the wreckage. Another brother Ajay, seated elswhere on […] The post Just one man survived the Air India crash. What’s it like to survive a mass disaster? appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

13 h. ago Pope accepts resignation of Kalibo bishop on his 75th birthday

Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Jose Corazon Tala-oc as head of the Diocese of Kalibo, the diocese announced Monday— his 75th birthday. Under canon law, bishops are required to submit their resignation to the pope upon reaching age 75, though it is uncommon for the resignation to be accepted the same […] The post Pope accepts resignation of Kalibo bishop on his 75th birthday appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

14 h. ago US Supreme Court rejects bid to revive copyright suit over Ed Sheeran hit ‘Thinking Out Loud’

Suit seeks monetary damages over alleged song copying Jury in 2023 ruled in favor of Sheeran in separate lawsuit WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court turned away on Monday a bid to revive a copyright infringement lawsuit accusing pop star Ed Sheeran of unlawfully copying from the late singer Marvin Gaye’s 1973 classic “Let’s Get It On” in his […] The post US Supreme Court rejects bid to revive copyright suit over Ed Sheeran hit ‘Thinking Out Loud’ appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

30 h. ago Legazpi diocese blasts environmental crisis, cites ‘systemic neglect’

The Diocese of Legazpi has condemned what it described as worsening environmental degradation in Albay province, blaming irresponsible quarrying, deforestation and a lack of public consultation on infrastructure projects as evidence of “systemic neglect.” In a pastoral statement issued Sunday, Bishop Joel Baylon and the diocesan clergy urged government officials and the public to take […] The post Legazpi diocese blasts environmental crisis, cites ‘systemic neglect’ appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

33 h. ago F1 movie could not have been made without Hamilton, says director

MONTREAL — Brad Pitt’s soon-to-be-released Formula One movie could not have been made without Lewis Hamilton, director Joseph Kosinski said on Friday. The Apple Original film “F1”, with action scenes filmed at race weekends with the Liberty Media-owned sport’s cooperation, is due in cinemas and IMAX internationally on June 25 and in North America on June 27. Kosinski told […] The post F1 movie could not have been made without Hamilton, says director appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘One man’s trash’: Viral video shows discarded fast food cooked and eaten in Philippines

‘One man’s trash’: Viral video shows discarded fast food cooked and eaten in Philippines  The Indian Express

Society

4 d. ago The Philippines tightens regulation of the cryptocurrency market and imposes mandatory licensing on companies

The Philippines tightens regulation of the cryptocurrency market and imposes mandatory licensing on companies  المتداول العربي

Politics

4 d. ago Musk apologizes but the bromance is over: What network science tells us about the Trump

The proverbial gauntlet has been thrown down. The friendship and partnership between United States President Donald Trump and “special government employee” Elon Musk has collapsed in spectacular fashion. On X on June 3, Musk posted about the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act, calling it a “disgusting abomination.” An argument ensued, and two days later, […] The post Musk apologizes but the bromance is over: What network science tells us about the Trump-Musk breakup appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

4 d. ago ‘Tongue energy’: Alden Richards strikes viral pose while rating Pinoy dishes

Actor Alden Richards joined the viral “Tongue Pose” challenge on TikTok. In a TikTok video posted on Thursday, June 12, titled “Rating Pinoy food,” Alden is seen doing the viral pose,  sticking out his tongue with his fingers pressed to his forehead, to show how much he enjoys various Filipino dishes. “Walang makakapigil sa (tongue […] The post ‘Tongue energy’: Alden Richards strikes viral pose while rating Pinoy dishes appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

6 d. ago ‘Apology not accepted’: Dizon rejects bus company’s statement on viral ‘racing’ video

Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon did not accept the apology from the bus company whose units were allegedly seen racing each other in Nueva Vizcaya. In a statement released by the Department of Transportation (DOTr), Dizon said he is not accepting the apology and explanation of GV Florida Transport, Inc. regarding the viral video showing its units […] The post ‘Apology not accepted’: Dizon rejects bus company’s statement on viral ‘racing’ video appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

7 d. ago Escudero’s ‘forthwith’ EDSA busway remark resurfaces amid Senate impeachment talks

Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero’s use of the word “forthwith”—uttered after his vehicle was caught in the EDSA bus lane, has resurfaced amid calls for the Senate to promptly act on Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. Social media users, including writer Gerry Cacanindin, recalled that the Senate chief used the word “forthwith” when he […] The post Escudero’s ‘forthwith’ EDSA busway remark resurfaces amid Senate impeachment talks appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

7 d. ago Full text: CBCP President’s statement on the Senate’s responsibility in the impeachment process

As President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines, I speak not in the name of any political group or interest, but from the perspective of the Church’s social teaching, which calls for moral responsibility, accountability, and the primacy of the common good in public life. The Senate of the Republic of the Philippines […] The post Full text: CBCP President’s statement on the Senate’s responsibility in the impeachment process appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

8 d. ago ‘Surfer Barbie’ goes viral wakesurfing in Filipiniana, holding Philippine Flag in Dubai

Dubai-based Polish surfer Karolina Agata Sankiewicz, popularly known as “Surfer Barbie,” made Filipinos proud as she wakesurfed wearing a Filipiniana dress while proudly holding the Philippine flag. The viral surfer personality shared a video of herself wakesurfing at Dubai’s Jumeirah Beach, wearing a stylish Filipiniana outfit with matching heels while proudly holding the Philippine flag. […] The post ‘Surfer Barbie’ goes viral wakesurfing in Filipiniana, holding Philippine Flag in Dubai appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

8 d. ago Pinoys cast doubt on foreign travel vlogger’s ‘racism’ claim at Makati hotel

A foreign travel vlogger’s post about experiencing racism at a Makati hotel in the Philippines raised doubts among some Filipinos amid the investigation of his claims. African travel content creator Axel Khalifa posted a video on June 4 claiming that he was called a “monkey” by some guests while at the swimming pool of The […] The post Pinoys cast doubt on foreign travel vlogger’s ‘racism’ claim at Makati hotel appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

8 d. ago ‘Stranger Things’ play wins Tony Awards, setting stage for TV series finale

Play wins Tony Awards for scenic, lighting, sound design The play builds on Duffer brothers’ sci-fi TV series Netflix series has spawned video games, merchandise NEW YORK — With bloody body contortions, booming blasts and brooding high school angst, “Stranger Things: The First Shadow,” based on the 12-time Emmy-winning Netflix science fiction series “Stranger Things,” took home Tony […] The post ‘Stranger Things’ play wins Tony Awards, setting stage for TV series finale appeared first on Interaksyon.

Sport

9 d. ago Religious group hits ‘deliberate delay’ in VP Duterte impeachment trial

A Catholic religious organization issued a scathing statement Thursday condemning what it called the “deliberate delay” in the Senate trial for the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte. In a strongly worded message, the Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation Commission of the Conference of Major Superiors in the Philippines said consecrated persons could no […] The post Religious group hits ‘deliberate delay’ in VP Duterte impeachment trial appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

1 week ago Singapore PM delights Pinoys with ‘Pantropiko’ in Philippine visit video

“Singapore PM has a taste.” That is what Filipinos said after Prime Minister Lawrence Wong posted a TikTok video of his two-day visit to the Philippines, invited by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The Singaporean official shared clips of his arrival and his meeting with Marcos at the Malacañang Palace. It was the first visit by […] The post Singapore PM delights Pinoys with ‘Pantropiko’ in Philippine visit video appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

1 week ago ‘Meteor Garden’ theme song heard during Philippines vs Taiwan football match

A theme song from the hit Taiwanese series “Meteor Garden” was played during a friendly football match between Philippines and Taiwan at the Rizal Memorial Stadium on Tuesday, June 3. A video posted by ABS-CBN on social media captured the moment boy group F4‘s 2002 hit “Jue Bu Neng Shi Qu Ni” (Can’t Lose You) played […] The post ‘Meteor Garden’ theme song heard during Philippines vs Taiwan football match appeared first on Interaksyon.

Sport

1 week ago South Korea’s KAI signs $700 million aircraft deal with Philippines

SEOUL — South Korean defense company Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) 047810.KS said on Wednesday it has signed a deal worth 975.3 billion won ($712.83 million) with the Philippine defense ministry to supply 12 aircraft. KAI will export 12 of its FA-50 fighter jets by 2030, which would modernise the Southeast Asian country’s military, it said in a statement. The […] The post South Korea’s KAI signs $700 million aircraft deal with Philippines appeared first on Interaksyon.

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