2 h. ago LOOK: Miss Universe Philippines 2025 candidates at Boracay swimsuit show

LOOK: Miss Universe Philippines 2025 candidates at Boracay swimsuit show  Inquirer.net

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4 h. ago Papal nuncio appoints temporary administrator for Tabuk vicariate

Papal nuncio Archbishop Charles Brown has appointed a temporary administrator for the Apostolic Vicariate of Tabuk, which has been without a bishop since early February. In a deceree dated March 31, Brown named Fr. Sean Mejia “pro-apostolic vicar” of the ecclesiastical jurisdiction, which was left vacant after Bishop Prudencio Andaya Jr. was transferred to the […] The post Papal nuncio appoints temporary administrator for Tabuk vicariate appeared first on Interaksyon.

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8 h. ago Bishop urges gov’t action as tensions rise over disputed island in Palawan

A Catholic bishop appealed to authorities to take action following a renewed tension between armed guards and indigenous residents of a disputed island in Palawan province. Tensions erupted Friday after about 80 armed guards entered Mariahangin, an island settlement in Bugsuk village, Balabac town. The incident sparked fear among residents, who worry about possible displacement […] The post Bishop urges gov’t action as tensions rise over disputed island in Palawan appeared first on Interaksyon.

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25 h. ago Miss Universe Philippines 2025 candidates show heart to Boracay’s Ati tribe

Miss Universe Philippines 2025 candidates show heart to Boracay’s Ati tribe  Inquirer.net

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40 h. ago Mexico, Vietnam, the Philippines, Japan, China and the US Lead the Way in 2025’s Most Peaceful and Spectacular Cruise Routes for a Crowd

Mexico, Vietnam, the Philippines, Japan, China and the US Lead the Way in 2025’s Most Peaceful and Spectacular Cruise Routes for a Crowd-Free Luxury Escape  Travel And Tour World

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47 h. ago ‘Sing the right words’: Bonnie Bailey posts lyrics of ‘Ever After’ ahead of LaBoracay 2025

American singer Bonnie Bailey posted the lyrics of her global beach house anthem “Ever After” for her Filipino fans before making an appearance in Boracay for a show. The house music artist on Sunday, March 30, shared the verses of her 2005 dance hit on her Facebook page with the caption: “COME TO MY SHOW […] The post ‘Sing the right words’: Bonnie Bailey posts lyrics of ‘Ever After’ ahead of LaBoracay 2025 appeared first on Interaksyon.

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48 h. ago Families of drug war victims fight back, urge probe into online attacks

MANILA — Families of Philippine drug war victims who say they have been targeted by a “coordinated” campaign of online harassment urged law enforcers on Friday to investigate the attacks and identify those responsible to help them pursue legal action. Among them is Sheerah Escudero, whose 18-year-old brother’s bloodied body was found in 2017 with hands bound and head […] The post Families of drug war victims fight back, urge probe into online attacks appeared first on Interaksyon.

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49 h. ago Willie Revillame reminded of senator’s mandate after ‘bigyan ng jacket’ joke

Television host Willie Revillame was reminded of a senator’s mandate following his joke about giving ‘jackets’ if he ever faced conflicts in the upper chamber. The senatorial aspirant made this remark at an event in Quezon City on Thursday, April 3 During the event, he was asked how he would handle conflicts in the Senate […] The post Willie Revillame reminded of senator’s mandate after ‘bigyan ng jacket’ joke appeared first on Interaksyon.

Science

50 h. ago Adolescence in schools: TV show’s portrayal of one boyhood may do more harm than good when used as a teaching tool

Netflix television series Adolescence follows a 13-year-old boy accused of the murder of his female classmate. It touches upon incel online hate groups, toxic influencers and the misogynistic online spaces of the manosphere. Keir Starmer, the UK prime minister, has backed a move for Adolescence to be shown in schools, and Netflix has now made […] The post Adolescence in schools: TV show’s portrayal of one boyhood may do more harm than good when used as a teaching tool appeared first on Interaksyon.

Culture

51 h. ago Mel Gibson’s right to own a gun restored by Justice Department, NYT reports

The U.S. Justice Department will allow actor Mel Gibson to own guns again, despite his 2011 conviction on a domestic violence charge, the New York Times reported on Thursday. The Times, citing unnamed sources familiar with the Justice Department decision, reported that Gibson, a strong supporter of President Donald Trump, was among nine other people […] The post Mel Gibson’s right to own a gun restored by Justice Department, NYT reports appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

52 h. ago DSWD chief calls out Pasig congressional bet for lewd ‘jokes’ to female solo parents

“Solo parents are real-life heroes.” Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian called out a Pasig City congressional candidate for making sexually suggestive “jokes” about female solo parents during a caucus. On Thursday, April 3, the Cabinet official responded to a viral video of Pasig City congressional aspirant Christian “Ian” Sia, who remarked that lonely female solo […] The post DSWD chief calls out Pasig congressional bet for lewd ‘jokes’ to female solo parents appeared first on Interaksyon.

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52 h. ago Filipino surfing locale revives mangroves through ecotourism

Del Carmen Mangrove Reserve hailed as new Ramsar site Mangrove cutting and illegal fishing were rampant in Siargao Behavior change, ecotourism key to protecting mangroves MANILA (Thomson Reuters Foundation) — Since he was 15, Junrey Longos has lived among lush mangrove forests and turquoise waters in Del Carmen, his hometown in the Philippines‘ surfing capital on Siargao Island. […] The post Filipino surfing locale revives mangroves through ecotourism appeared first on Interaksyon.

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53 h. ago READY NA BA ANG WALLET NINYO, VIPs? ❤️ 🔥 Applewood Philippines has finally released on Friday the details for the Übermensch world tour concert of south Korean rap icon G

READY NA BA ANG WALLET NINYO, VIPs? ❤️ 🔥 Applewood Philippines has finally released on Friday the details for the Übermensch world tour concert of south Korean rap icon G-Dragon at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan this upcoming May 17, 2025. The  Facebook

Sport

55 h. ago Voting for Miss Universe Philippines 2025 ‘Runway Showcase’ begins

Voting for Miss Universe Philippines 2025 ‘Runway Showcase’ begins  Inquirer.net

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68 h. ago Pinoys’ views on Oxford English Dictionary inclusion of ‘gigil’ in word list

Oxford English Dictionary (OED) officially added the Filipino word “gigil” to its lexicon update and Filipinos took to social media to share their reactions. In its March 2025 update, the historical English dictionary said it listed the word from the Philippines, noting that it “regularly” appears on “lists of untranslatable words.” “Gigil is a feeling we […] The post Pinoys’ views on Oxford English Dictionary inclusion of ‘gigil’ in word list appeared first on Interaksyon.

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2 d. ago Coffee shop calls for support for another cafe after overstaying group encounter

A coffee shop in Taytay, Rizal urged followers to support another local cafe visited by a group that overstayed for hours and only ordered drinks. The Fifth Cafe, also known as The Fifth, shared its side of the story after members of a Christian organization left negative reviews following a reminder about their hours-long stay. […] The post Coffee shop calls for support for another cafe after overstaying group encounter appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago Member of Pasig’s ‘Team Kaya This’ draws flak for suggestive joke to solo parents

A video of a congressional aspirant from the camp of Pasig City mayoral aspirant Sarah Discaya drew flak after he made sexually suggestive comments to female solo parents during his campaign. On the sixth day of the campaign period for the city’s 2025 elections, Discaya’s “Team Kaya This” held a caucus on Wednesday, April 2, […] The post Member of Pasig’s ‘Team Kaya This’ draws flak for suggestive joke to solo parents appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago Factbox: The tariff levels Southeast Asia faces under Trump plan

Countries in the export-driven region of Southeast Asia have been hit with particularly high tariffs in the global round of levies announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. Six of the 10 Southeast Asian countries listed had tariff levels of between 32% to 49%. READ: Most Asian currencies weaken after US tariffs By comparison, the European Union’s tariff level was […] The post Factbox: The tariff levels Southeast Asia faces under Trump plan appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago Philippines, Australia, New Zealand, And More Recognized For Excellence In Air Service Development At Routes Asia 2025 Awards

Philippines, Australia, New Zealand, And More Recognized For Excellence In Air Service Development At Routes Asia 2025 Awards  Travel And Tour World

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3 d. ago Front & Female Awards Philippines 2025: Nominations now open

Front & Female Awards Philippines 2025: Nominations now open  Tatler Asia

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