10 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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12 h. 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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37 h. ago ‘Shining beacon in the mist’: EJ Obiena praised for gold win at Taiwan tiff despite fog warning

Congratulations poured in for pole vault star EJ Obiena, who bagged a gold medal in the 2025 Taiwan International Pole Vault Championships despite receiving his first-ever “fog warning.” The World No. 4 pole vaulter cleared 5.50 meters amid foggy weather on Sunday, March 30, at the Sun Moon Lake in Nantou, Taiwan, his first outdoor […] The post ‘Shining beacon in the mist’: EJ Obiena praised for gold win at Taiwan tiff despite fog warning appeared first on Interaksyon.

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37 h. ago Philippine influencers grilled over Duterte ‘fake news’ admit errors amid tears

Philippine influencers grilled over Duterte ‘fake news’ admit errors amid tears  South China Morning Post

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38 h. ago Official logo unveiled for Asian Mission Congress 2025 in Malaysia

Asia’s Catholic bishops have unveiled the official logo for the Asian Mission Congress 2025 that will take place later this year in Malaysia. The logo was chosen from a design contest organized by the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences, which received 58 entries from 11 countries. Bishop George Pallipparambil of the Indian diocese of Miao, […] The post Official logo unveiled for Asian Mission Congress 2025 in Malaysia appeared first on Interaksyon.

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42 h. ago Pinoys apologize to Kaufman after receiving messages from Duterte supporters

Filipinos extended their apologies to American horror writer Nicholas Kaufmann after some supporters of former president Rodrigo Duterte mistakenly messaged him on Facebook, confusing him with Duterte’s lead defense counsel. The lawyer, Nicholas Kaufman, is a British-Israeli attorney who has previously defended individuals accused of war crimes and human rights violations. Kaufman’s clients include the […] The post Pinoys apologize to Kaufman after receiving messages from Duterte supporters appeared first on Interaksyon.

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42 h. ago Pinoys apologize to author Kaufmann after receiving messages from Duterte supporters

Filipinos extended their apologies to American horror writer Nicholas Kaufmann after some supporters of former president Rodrigo Duterte mistakenly messaged him on Facebook, confusing him with Duterte’s lead defense counsel. The lawyer, Nicholas Kaufman, is a British-Israeli attorney who has previously defended individuals accused of war crimes and human rights violations. Kaufman’s clients include the […] The post Pinoys apologize to author Kaufmann after receiving messages from Duterte supporters appeared first on Interaksyon.

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46 h. ago Postcards: After Duterte's arrest, Philippine drug war victims face abuse and online falsehoods

Postcards: After Duterte's arrest, Philippine drug war victims face abuse and online falsehoods  sightmagazine.com.au

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2 d. ago Nat’l Shrine of Mary Help of Christians gets minor basilica status, first in Parañaque diocese

Pope Francis has elevated the National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians in Parañaque City to the rank of minor basilica. The parish announced its new designation Thursday, March 27. “Receiving this honor is truly a grace from God and a profound blessing for our national shrine and parish,” it said. According to Vatican News, […] The post Nat’l Shrine of Mary Help of Christians gets minor basilica status, first in Parañaque diocese appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago Duterte’s lawyer says ICC case ‘a kidnapping’, has grounds to throw out case

Duterte’s lawyer says ICC case ‘a kidnapping’, has grounds to throw out case  South China Morning Post

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3 d. ago After Duterte’s arrest, drug war victims face abuse and online falsehoods

MANILA — The bloodied body of Sheerah Escudero’s 18-year-old brother was found in 2017 with hands bound and head wrapped in packaging tape, a suspected victim of the Philippines’ then-President Rodrigo Duterte’s “war on drugs” that left thousands dead. The arrest of Duterte on March 11 on an International Criminal Court warrant over the drug war murders gave her some comfort, but […] The post After Duterte’s arrest, drug war victims face abuse and online falsehoods appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago Bishop urges continued support for prison ministry at 50th anniversary Mass

A Catholic bishop on Saturday appealed for continued support for the Church’s prison ministry during a Mass celebrating its 50th anniversary. Bishop Oscar Jaime Florencio, chairman of the CBCP Episcopal Commission on Prison Pastoral Care, stressed the importance of sustaining efforts to assist persons deprived of liberty. “Fifty years is 50 years. We continually ask […] The post Bishop urges continued support for prison ministry at 50th anniversary Mass appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago After Duterte's arrest, Philippine drug war victims face abuse and online falsehoods

After Duterte's arrest, Philippine drug war victims face abuse and online falsehoods  Reuters

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3 d. ago Alex Eala’s upbeat attitude despite loss takes spotlight in global tennis community

Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala‘s graciousness amid her defeat to America’s Jessica Pegula in the Women’s Singles semifinals at the 2025 Miami Open took the spotlight on the global tennis community. The 19-year-old Pinoy tennis player ended her historic run at the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) Tour final after bowing to the World No. 4 […] The post Alex Eala’s upbeat attitude despite loss takes spotlight in global tennis community appeared first on Interaksyon.

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4 d. ago Supporters and detractors of Duterte rally on his 80th birthday

DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Tens of thousands of supporters of arrested former President Rodrigo Duterte flooded the streets of Davao City on his 80th birthday on Friday, calling for his return to the Philippines from International Criminal Court custody. Duterte was taken by the ICC on March 11 after his arrest in the Philippine capital Manila on murder charges […] The post Supporters and detractors of Duterte rally on his 80th birthday appeared first on Interaksyon.

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4 d. ago Is Duterte’s ‘capable’ daughter reshaping her image for a 2028 presidential run?

Is Duterte’s ‘capable’ daughter reshaping her image for a 2028 presidential run?  South China Morning Post

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5 d. ago 'Martyr' Duterte seeks to capture the hearts of the Philippine public

'Martyr' Duterte seeks to capture the hearts of the Philippine public  Nikkei Asia

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5 d. ago Duterte’s downfall: will Marcos face an election backlash in the Philippines?

Duterte’s downfall: will Marcos face an election backlash in the Philippines?  South China Morning Post

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5 d. ago What Duterte’s downfall means for Marcos – and the Philippines

What Duterte’s downfall means for Marcos – and the Philippines  South China Morning Post

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5 d. ago What Duterte’s downfall means for Sara, Marcos and the Philippines

What Duterte’s downfall means for Sara, Marcos and the Philippines  South China Morning Post

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