7 h. ago Philippines’ ‘Elle Woods’: Meet the first woman to earn a degree from Harvard Law

Harvard Law School (HLS) marked International Women’s Day by celebrating a trailblazing Filipina, Erlinda Arce Ignacio Espiritu, who made history as the first woman to earn a degree from HLS. Born and raised in the Philippines, Espiritu drew inspiration from the legends of the Knights of the Round Table, vowing to “defend the defenseless.” “The knights […] The post Philippines’ ‘Elle Woods’: Meet the first woman to earn a degree from Harvard Law appeared first on Interaksyon.

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8 h. ago Donatella Versace’s bold vision kept brand in the limelight after Gianni’s murder

MILAN — Donatella Versace, who helped to ensure the survival of the family fashion empire after the killing of her brother Gianni almost three decades ago, is to step down as the brand’s chief designer, its owner announced on Thursday. Donatella took on the role of chief creative officer after Gianni, who founded the company, was shot dead outside his […] The post Donatella Versace’s bold vision kept brand in the limelight after Gianni’s murder appeared first on Interaksyon.

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11 h. ago ‘Not city pound or funded shelter’: Rescue group receives kitten from Lalamove rider

A non-profit animal rescue group reminded the public that it is not a funded shelter after receiving a kitten transported to them by a same-day delivery service provider. The Cat House, a family-run animal rescue group, reported receiving a kitten in a box secured only by tape from Lalamove on Saturday, March 15. The kitten […] The post ‘Not city pound or funded shelter’: Rescue group receives kitten from Lalamove rider appeared first on Interaksyon.

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31 h. ago Caught on CCTV: Korean resto catches diners placing ‘wet tissue’ in side dish

A Korean restaurant in Quezon City said that it would not tolerate any “fraudulent attempts” to damage its reputation after two diners were caught placing “foreign objects” in their side dish and blaming the restaurant for the incident. Leann’s Tea House posted CCTV footage on Saturday, March 15, showing two diners who allegedly placed a […] The post Caught on CCTV: Korean resto catches diners placing ‘wet tissue’ in side dish appeared first on Interaksyon.

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5 d. ago Caught on cam: Motorcycle collides with turning van while riding close to vehicle in Manila

A motorcycle rider in Manila was hit by a van after attempting to ride too close, despite the van signaling its intention to turn. Automotive publication VISOR posted dashcam footage on Wednesday, March 12, showing a vehicle following a van as it approached a curved section of the road. The van had its left turn […] The post Caught on cam: Motorcycle collides with turning van while riding close to vehicle in Manila appeared first on Interaksyon.

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8 d. ago Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte beyond politics: A glimpse into his family and love life

Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte beyond politics: A glimpse into his family and love life  The Times of India

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1 week ago R’Bonney Gabriel in ‘kilig’ mode as she spots first billboard in Manila

Filipino-American Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel was stoked upon seeing her first billboard in Manila. The beauty queen on Tuesday, March 4, shared an Instagram video of herself squealing in delight as she passed by her huge billboard as a Great Lengths endorser. Great Lengths, a local hair care brand, welcomed the half-Pinay into its family […] The post R’Bonney Gabriel in ‘kilig’ mode as she spots first billboard in Manila appeared first on Interaksyon.

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1 week ago A.P. Moller To Buy Stake In Philippine Billionaire Ayala Family’s Logistics Business

A.P. Moller To Buy Stake In Philippine Billionaire Ayala Family’s Logistics Business  Forbes

Economics

2 w. ago Philippines defense chief vows to reject, push back any attempt by China to impose air defense zone

Philippines defense chief vows to reject, push back any attempt by China to impose air defense zone  The Associated Press

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2 w. ago Residential Real Estate Council Welcomes 51 New CRS Designees in the Philippines

Residential Real Estate Council Welcomes 51 New CRS Designees in the Philippines  EIN News

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2 w. ago Philippine Billionaire Sy Family’s SM Investments Sets $1 Billion Record Stock Buyback

Philippine Billionaire Sy Family’s SM Investments Sets $1 Billion Record Stock Buyback  Forbes

Economics

2 w. ago Content creator Jeraldine introduces new member to Blackman family

Filipina content creator Jeraldine Blackman, based in Australia, on Thursday, February 27, welcomed a new member to the Blackman family. This comes days after she announced her separation from her Australian husband, Josh, who makes up the popular online personality, the Blackman family, with their two kids, Jette and Nimo. In a short clip, Jeraldine introduced […] The post Content creator Jeraldine introduces new member to Blackman family appeared first on Interaksyon.

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2 w. ago Michelle Trachtenberg, ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ actor, dead at 39

Michelle Trachtenberg, an American actor known for her roles in the television series “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Gossip Girl,” died on Wednesday, according to her public relations team. “It is with great sadness to confirm that Michelle Trachtenberg has passed away. The family requests privacy for their loss. There are no further details at […] The post Michelle Trachtenberg, ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ actor, dead at 39 appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 w. ago Firewalls & Family Feuds: The Philippines' Cybersecurity Challenge Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Firewalls & Family Feuds: The Philippines' Cybersecurity Challenge Amid Geopolitical Tensions  FiscalNote

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3 w. ago Woman pleads guilty of attempting to defraud Elvis Presley’s family of Graceland estate

WASHINGTON — A Missouri woman pleaded guilty on Tuesday to a scheme to defraud the family of Elvis Presley of millions of dollars and steal their ownership interest in Presley’s Graceland estate, the Department of Justice said. The DOJ said Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, organized a scheme to conduct a fraudulent sale of the estate, where Presley is buried, […] The post Woman pleads guilty of attempting to defraud Elvis Presley’s family of Graceland estate appeared first on Interaksyon.

Sport

3 w. ago Philippine Billionaire Sy Family’s SM Prime Earmarks $1.7 Billion To Expand Property Footprint

Philippine Billionaire Sy Family’s SM Prime Earmarks $1.7 Billion To Expand Property Footprint  Forbes

Society

3 w. ago Jury acquits rapper A$AP Rocky in Hollywood gun assault case

LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles jury on Tuesday found Grammy-nominated rapper A$AP Rocky not guilty of two felony counts of assault with a semi-automatic weapon in a 2021 altercation with another hip-hop artist in Hollywood. Rocky, the romantic partner of singer Rihanna and father of her two sons, turned around and jumped head first into the […] The post Jury acquits rapper A$AP Rocky in Hollywood gun assault case appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 w. ago China’s military says it drove away Philippine aircraft near Spratly Islands

BEIJING — China’s military said it warned and drove away three Philippine aircraft that “illegally intruded” into the airspace near the Spratly Islands on Thursday. There was no immediate comment from the Philippine embassy in Beijing on the Chinese military’s statement issued on Friday. China’s Southern Theatre Command accused the Philippine side of attempting to “peddle its illegal claims” […] The post China’s military says it drove away Philippine aircraft near Spratly Islands appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 w. ago PLA discloses Philippine’s two illegal intrusions, warning clumsy attempt to promote illegitimate claims doomed to fail

PLA discloses Philippine’s two illegal intrusions, warning clumsy attempt to promote illegitimate claims doomed to fail  Global Times

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3 w. ago PLA reveals Philippines’ two illegal intrusions, warning clumsy attempt to promote illegitimate claims doomed to fail

PLA reveals Philippines’ two illegal intrusions, warning clumsy attempt to promote illegitimate claims doomed to fail  Global Times

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