‘Adolescence’ TV drama exposes global issue of teenage violence
LONDON, United Kingdom – TV drama Adolescence has shocked and captivated audiences around the world, providing what campaigners say is a rare opportunity to tackle the largely hidden world of online...
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FACT CHECK: Contrary to claim, media reported on Hungary’s withdrawal from...
Claim: Media outlets did not report Hungary’s withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC). Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The claim can be found on a post dated April 7 on the...
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Nicolas Torre’s journey from South Cotabato to Camp Crame
Nicolas Torre III had always wanted to be a cop. This desire was the result of a combination of his upbringing and personal decision. But it took him some time to become one. “They expected me, they...
View ArticleUniversal Studios to open first European theme park near London
LONDON, United Kingdom – US media giant Comcast Corp will build its first Universal theme park and resort in Europe in Bedford, north of London, opening in 2031, the British government said on...
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PBA at 50: Remembering Asia’s first pro basketball game
Arturo “Turo” Valenzona, 82, still remembers how unforgiving players defended each other when the PBA became Asia’s first professional basketball league exactly 50 years ago. Best known for his...
View Article1 Filipino dead in Myanmar quake, DFA confirms
MANILA, Philippines – At least one Filipino died in the earthquake that rocked Mandalay, Myanmar, on March 28, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed on Wednesday, April 9. In a statement,...
View ArticleTim Cone, Gilas to face familiar foes in FIBA Asia Cup: ‘We’ll be ready’
MANILA, Philippines – Tim Cone vowed Gilas Pilipinas will be “ready” for the FIBA Asia Cup after the team got bunched with familiar foes. The Philippines will once again battle New Zealand and Chinese...
View ArticleAbi Marquez nominated in 2025 Webby Awards: What you need to know
Filipina food content creator Abi Marquez was nominated once again for the 2025 Webby Awards. Whereas she won the 2024 Webby People’s Voice Award, she is now nominated under the Creators – Food and...
View ArticleVengeful NU flexes bench players Aisha Bello, Celine Marsh in demolition of UE
MANILA, Philippines – As expected of a top team taking on the very bottom of the barrel, defending UAAP women’s volleyball champion NU flexed utmost dominance in their bounce-back win after being...
View ArticleHezbollah senior official says it’s ready to discuss weapons disarmament if...
BEIRUT, Lebanon – As calls for Lebanon’s Hezbollah to disarm gain momentum, a senior Hezbollah official told Reuters the group is ready to hold talks with the Lebanese president about its weapons if...
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