88 m. ago Taylor Swift’s ‘Father Figure’ isn’t a cover, but an ‘interpolation’. What that means – and why it matters

On Taylor Swift’s highly-anticipated new album The Life of a Showgirl, track four, Father Figure, includes the late George Michael as one of the credited songwriters. But Swift’s song is not a cover of Michael’s 1987 hit of the same name. Rather, it is an “interpolation”. What does this mean, and how is it different […] The post Taylor Swift’s ‘Father Figure’ isn’t a cover, but an ‘interpolation’. What that means – and why it matters appeared first on Interaksyon.

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22 h. ago On a grim anniversary, an end to Gaza’s violence is suddenly clear – if both sides can make sacrifices

Two years into the most horrific chapter in the history of Israel and Palestine, a glimmer of hope has been offered to both sides by US President Donald Trump’s plan for a permanent ceasefire and initial steps towards a faraway peace, or at least coexistence. The plan at this stage is extremely vague, full of […] The post On a grim anniversary, an end to Gaza’s violence is suddenly clear – if both sides can make sacrifices appeared first on Interaksyon.

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4 d. ago JIOSWM urges Philippines to pray for peace, miracles on its 36th anniversary.

JIOSWM urges Philippines to pray for peace, miracles on its 36th anniversary.  The Manila Times

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5 d. ago Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’ launches with global promotion

Swift’s promotional blitz includes midnight sales, global release parties, pop-up experiences Swift’s Eras Tour grossed over $2 billion, boosting local economies AMC Theatres to screen release party film LOS ANGELES — Superstar Taylor Swift’s latest studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” arrives Friday with a promotional blitz that includes midnight sales at Target stores, a release […] The post Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’ launches with global promotion appeared first on Interaksyon.

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6 d. ago Spotted: Cyclist knocked over by taxi passenger opening door

A cyclist was knocked over by a taxi passenger opening a door. Jayson Batula was riding along the designated bike lane on a highway in Manila, when a white taxi suddenly stopped in a no loading and unloading zone to drop off the commuter. Helmet-mounted camera footage shows Jayson shouting in shock as he loses […] The post Spotted: Cyclist knocked over by taxi passenger opening door appeared first on Interaksyon.

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6 d. ago Thrilla in Manila: 50th Anniversary with a Major Card in the Philippines

Thrilla in Manila: 50th Anniversary with a Major Card in the Philippines  World Boxing Council

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7 d. ago Philippines Flag with Water Drop Travel Luggage Cover for Suitcase 19

Philippines Flag with Water Drop Travel Luggage Cover for Suitcase 19-32 Inches Elastic Washable Baggage Protector  The San Joaquin Valley Sun

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7 d. ago Smart Araneta Coliseum marks 50th anniversary of ‘Thrilla in Manila’

This October marks 50 years since the iconic boxing match known as the “Thrilla in Manila” was held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, also called The Big Dome. The legendary 1975 bout between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier is widely regarded as one of the greatest fights in boxing history and brought global attention to […] The post Smart Araneta Coliseum marks 50th anniversary of ‘Thrilla in Manila’ appeared first on Interaksyon.

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9 d. ago Philippines' debt service burden drops 6.2% to $6.72 billion, BSP data shows

Philippines' debt service burden drops 6.2% to $6.72 billion, BSP data shows  The Manila Times

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9 d. ago Sara Duterte drops bombshell: Marcos cousin Romualdez accused of gambling kickbacks

Sara Duterte drops bombshell: Marcos cousin Romualdez accused of gambling kickbacks  Gulf News

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1 week ago Philippines Dropshipping Market to Surge to USD 9.97 Billion by 2033 | With a CAGR of 20.93%

Philippines Dropshipping Market to Surge to USD 9.97 Billion by 2033 | With a CAGR of 20.93%  openPR.com

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2 w. ago The September Issue: Inside the Making of Vogue Philippines' Anniversary Issue

The September Issue: Inside the Making of Vogue Philippines' Anniversary Issue  Vogue Philippines

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2 w. ago Philippines to Host Apostolat Militaire International 2025 Conference on Its 60th Anniversary

Philippines to Host Apostolat Militaire International 2025 Conference on Its 60th Anniversary  Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Manila

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3 w. ago Zild Drops ‘Medisina’ On Vinyl For Album’s Third Anniversary

Zild Drops ‘Medisina’ On Vinyl For Album’s Third Anniversary  Billboard Philippines

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3 w. ago ‘It’s also for us’: The Juans’ latest album reflects their ‘Tawid’ moments

Songs often mirror the highs of infatuation and the soul-wrecking lows of heartbreak and abandonment. It is no different for the members of P-pop group The Juans, who channel their own “hugot” into the music of their latest album, drawn from the transitions they are currently going through. Their new album “Tawid,” is a reflection their […] The post ‘It’s also for us’: The Juans’ latest album reflects their ‘Tawid’ moments appeared first on Interaksyon.

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4 w. ago KaladKaren shuts down ‘rebranding’ remark after wedding anniversary post

Showbiz news anchor Jervi Wrightson questioned the claim that she rebranded her well-known persona “KaladKaren” after she referred to herself as “Mrs. Wrightson” in a social media post. On Tuesday, September 9, the “Frontline Pilipinas” anchor responded to an X (formerly Twitter) user who commented on her post celebrating her wedding anniversary. “One year as […] The post KaladKaren shuts down ‘rebranding’ remark after wedding anniversary post appeared first on Interaksyon.

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4 w. ago Philippines: President Marcos Jr drops bombshell, House drama starts boiling over as Senators clash

Philippines: President Marcos Jr drops bombshell, House drama starts boiling over as Senators clash  Gulf News

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4 w. ago Philippines flood scam: President Marcos Jr drops bombshell, House drama starts boiling over as Senators clash

Philippines flood scam: President Marcos Jr drops bombshell, House drama starts boiling over as Senators clash  Gulf News

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4 w. ago UH Manoa Center for Philippine Studies celebrates 50th anniversary with new logo

UH Manoa Center for Philippine Studies celebrates 50th anniversary with new logo  Hawaii News Now

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4 w. ago Factbox: Apple launches slim iPhone 17 Air, new AirPods and Watch in holiday refresh

Apple AAPL.O unveiled a new generation of the iPhone, including a sleek model dubbed iPhone 17 Air, and several other devices on Tuesday, as it looks to drive upgrades and spur sales ahead of the holiday shopping season. The Cupertino, California-based company largely kept device prices unchanged from last year, but dropped the 128 GB storage option from […] The post Factbox: Apple launches slim iPhone 17 Air, new AirPods and Watch in holiday refresh appeared first on Interaksyon.

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