Most people would need a pretty good excuse to miss a cousin’s wedding. Alex Eala may have one of the best imaginable. The Filipino tennis sensation was supposed to trade her racket for bridesmaid duties this weekend as her family gathers in Seattle, Washington, for the wedding of one of her cousins. There’s just one…
Meralco customers are getting a break on their August electricity bills even as several power-related costs moved higher, with a massive ₱9.5-billion refund helping offset increases in transmission, ancillary services, taxes and fuel expenses. The Manila Electric Company announced that the overall rate for a typical residential customer declined by ₱0.0428 per kilowatt-hour, bringing the…
GAC Philippines is shifting its marketing strategy into high gear by betting big on one of the country’s most passionate audiences—sports fans. In a move aimed at expanding its visibility and strengthening its presence in the Philippine market, the global automotive brand has entered into a strategic partnership with Cignal TV and TV5, placing GAC…
In today’s fast-paced urban lifestyle, a home is no longer just a place to live—it has become an extension of who we are. For many Filipino homeowners, especially those living in condominiums, interior design is increasingly about creating spaces that reflect personal style, support daily routines, and adapt to evolving lifestyles. As city living continues…
At McDonald’s Philippines, inclusion is more than a campaign celebrated once a year—it is a commitment embedded in the company’s culture. Through its “Love Ko All, Celebrate All” initiative, the quick-service restaurant giant continues to champion diversity, equality, and belonging by creating a workplace where employees and customers alike can confidently show up as their…
WASHINGTON (Xinhua) — Some U.S. experts warned of continued uncertainty surrounding efforts to end the Iran conflict after U.S. President Donald Trump deferred a final decision on a draft deal with Tehran on Friday. Trump’s move comes on the heels of the United States and Iran reaching a tentative agreement on a memorandum of understanding…
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei speaks at a weekly press conference in Tehran, Iran, May 11, 2026. (Xinhua/Shadati) TEHRAN (Xinhua) — Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Friday that no agreement has been finalized with the United States yet and the exchange of messages between the two sides is continuing. Baghaei made…
Global cybersecurity leader Fortinet has introduced a major upgrade to its Security Operations (SecOps) Platform, unveiling a new wave of AI-powered innovations designed to help enterprises combat increasingly sophisticated cyber threats driven by artificial intelligence. Announced during Fortinet Accelerate 2026, the latest enhancements bring together unified cloud-based Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities, agentic AI workflows,…
A major change is unfolding in the legal camp of former president Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC), with lead defense lawyer Nicholas Kaufman formally seeking permission to withdraw from the case ahead of a critical phase in the proceedings. In documents submitted to ICC Trial Chamber III, Kaufman disclosed that Duterte intends…
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks to reporters at the prime minister’s office in Tokyo after speaking by phone with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday (April 30, 2026). Takaichi urged the Iranian leader to ensure that all ships, including those from Japan and other Asian nations, can safely pass through the Strait of Hormuz…