7 h. ago Ten years on: Images of Pope Francis’ popemobile evoke fond memories for Pinoys

The late Pope Francis’ jeepney-inspired popemobile stirred nostalgia among Filipinos, who shared fond memories of his visit to the Philippines in 2015. Francis visited the Philippines on a pastoral and state visit from January 15 to 19, 2015, during which he also traveled to typhoon-hit Leyte to celebrate Mass for the victims and survivors of […] The post Ten years on: Images of Pope Francis’ popemobile evoke fond memories for Pinoys appeared first on Interaksyon.

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9 h. ago From the margins to the heart of the Church: Two Filipino cardinals reflect on Pope Francis’ legacy

As tributes poured in for Pope Francis, two Filipino cardinals, both chosen from the “peripheries,” gave personal reflections on how the late pontiff has changed the Church through an ardent focus on the marginalized of society. Pablo Virgilio Cardinal David, president of the Philippine bishops’ conference, said the pope’s vision for a more welcoming and […] The post From the margins to the heart of the Church: Two Filipino cardinals reflect on Pope Francis’ legacy appeared first on Interaksyon.

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9 h. ago From aircon to cooling products: How Filipinos are surviving this year’s warm, dry season

As Filipinos endure high heat index levels this warm and dry season, tips and suggestions for staying cool have been shared online. On Reddit, at least two posts under the “r/AskPH” community sought advice on how to beat the heat during the dry season. “Paano niyo nasusurvive ang init ng panahon??” a Redditor asked on […] The post From aircon to cooling products: How Filipinos are surviving this year’s warm, dry season appeared first on Interaksyon.

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11 h. ago Why Enchong Dee opened up about his allergy scare and addressed online misinformation

Actor and TV host Enchong Dee shared why he chose to speak publicly about his recent allergy attack, addressing the spread of false information and disrespectful remarks online. The “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition” host earlier revealed that he was rushed to the emergency room on Monday, April 21, after suffering a severe allergic […] The post Why Enchong Dee opened up about his allergy scare and addressed online misinformation appeared first on Interaksyon.

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14 h. ago Pope Francis’ death right after Easter sounds miraculous – but patients and caregivers often work together to delay dying

On the morning of Easter Monday, after his final public address the day prior, Pope Francis died at age 88, closing 12 years of leading the Catholic Church. He joins the phenomena of people “holding on” until after an anticipated date or event, such as the holidays or a birthday, before dying. It sometimes seems […] The post Pope Francis’ death right after Easter sounds miraculous – but patients and caregivers often work together to delay dying appeared first on Interaksyon.

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14 h. ago Philippines mourns the passing of Pope Francis; Filipinos join in remembering the late Pope

Philippines mourns the passing of Pope Francis; Filipinos join in remembering the late Pope  SBS Australia

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15 h. ago Books of condolence for Pope Francis to open at Manila nunciature

Books of condolence will be available for signing at the Apostolic Nunciature in Manila following the death of Pope Francis. The public is invited to visit and express condolences or share memories of the late pontiff. The books will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29. Pope […] The post Books of condolence for Pope Francis to open at Manila nunciature appeared first on Interaksyon.

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26 h. ago PHILIPPINES – VATICAN For Francis, Philippine migrant workers are ‘smugglers of the faith’

PHILIPPINES – VATICAN For Francis, Philippine migrant workers are ‘smugglers of the faith’  AsiaNews

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30 h. ago Rappler Talk: Archbishop Socrates Villegas on Pope Francis and the Philippines

Rappler Talk: Archbishop Socrates Villegas on Pope Francis and the Philippines  Rappler

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31 h. ago ‘Nabili na ba?’: Barricaded parked motorcycle on residential road gets noticed

A motorcycle reportedly parked with a rope barricade in a residential area in Legazpi City, Albay has caught the attention of the online community. The Facebook page Parkeserye, known for posting reader-submitted photos of “improper parking habits,” shared an image of a motorcycle surrounded by an improvised rope barricade. The two-wheeled vehicle was parked on […] The post ‘Nabili na ba?’: Barricaded parked motorcycle on residential road gets noticed appeared first on Interaksyon.

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32 h. ago How Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church’s foreign policy

When the late Pope Francis first stepped on to the balcony of Saint Peter’s Basilica following his election 12 years ago, he remarked that he had been called almost from the “end of the world”. He was the first non-European pontiff since Gregory III, elected in AD731, who was of Syrian origin. And he was […] The post How Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church’s foreign policy appeared first on Interaksyon.

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33 h. ago ‘Nakakahiya’: Filipino spots alleged grammatical error on NBI clearance renewal platform

A Filipino reported an alleged grammatical error they encountered on a government website while availing of an online service. Reddit user “holysaint_” shared that while renewing their clearance from the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) online, they came across a message with questionable grammar. “Not a grammar nazi pero, ano ba naman ‘to? Nakakahiya, gov […] The post ‘Nakakahiya’: Filipino spots alleged grammatical error on NBI clearance renewal platform appeared first on Interaksyon.

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36 h. ago More than half of Philippines’ 86 active bishops appointed by Pope Francis

More than half of the country’s 86 active Catholic bishops were appointed by Pope Francis during his 12-year pontificate. Since becoming pope in March 2013, Francis named 45 new bishops in the Philippines, three of whom were later elevated to archbishops. His first appointee was Bishop Narciso Abellana of Romblon in October 2013, just six […] The post More than half of Philippines’ 86 active bishops appointed by Pope Francis appeared first on Interaksyon.

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36 h. ago In a bastion of Catholicism, Filipinos mourn Pope Francis and wonder who comes next

In a bastion of Catholicism, Filipinos mourn Pope Francis and wonder who comes next  The Guardian

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51 h. ago United Airlines Flight from San Francisco to Singapore Faces Severe Turbulence Over the Philippines, Causing Injuries: What new updates you need to know?

United Airlines Flight from San Francisco to Singapore Faces Severe Turbulence Over the Philippines, Causing Injuries: What new updates you need to know?  Travel And Tour World

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53 h. ago Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis By Reuters

Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis By Reuters  Investing.com

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53 h. ago Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis

Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis  Reuters

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54 h. ago Philippines declares period of national mourning for Pope Francis

Philippines declares period of national mourning for Pope Francis  Philstar.com

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54 h. ago Nearly half of Philippines’ 86 active bishops appointed by Pope Francis

Nearly half of Philippines’ 86 active bishops appointed by Pope Francis  CBCPNews

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57 h. ago Pope Francis’ body placed in St Peter’s Basilica after solemn procession

Procession with cardinals and Latin chants Trump and dozens of other leaders to attend funeral on Saturday Conclave to pick successor is not expected to take place before May 6 VATICAN CITY — The body of Pope Francis, laid out in an open coffin, was carried in a solemn procession from his residence within the walls of the […] The post Pope Francis’ body placed in St Peter’s Basilica after solemn procession appeared first on Interaksyon.

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