Social media users charged over Marcos deepfake
MANILA, Philippines — Social media users who uploaded a deepfake audio recording of President Marcos are facing cybercrime charges filed by a group of social media influencers.
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House tackles bill to lower rice prices
THE House of Representatives will begin plenary debates this week on a bill that aims to lower the price of rice to below P30 a kilo.
DFA probes ‘illegal’ activities by diplomats
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said on Monday it would investigate alleged illegal activities by foreign diplomats, following calls to probe China’s possible violation of Philippine laws over a phone call recording.
Filipino nurses call for decent pay, more staff
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino nurses urgently need government action on fair wages, increased staffing and regularization of contract positions, an organization said on Sunday in commemoration of International Nurses Day.
'Monkey Man' review: Dev Patel goes 'John Wick'
MANILA, Philippines — Nothing is holding Oscar nominee Dev Patel back as he stars, writes and produces his action-driven directorial debut "Monkey Man."
US, China pledge joint methane action at climate talks
WASHINGTON, United States — The United States and China promised Friday to work together on reduction of methane, the second most abundant greenhouse gas, after talks between the climate envoys of the world's two largest emitters.
Dyip shock Beermen in historic playoff win to stay alive
MANILA, Philippines -- The Terrafirma Dyip stunned the defending champions San Miguel Beermen to keep their season alive, 106-95, in PBA Philippine Cup action Saturday at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum in Manila.
NU leans on finisher Buddin, nears UAAP men’s volleyball 4-peat
MANILA, Philippines – The UST Golden Spikers had the NU Bulldogs’ number in UAAP Season 86, sweeping their elimination round encounters, 2-0, heading into their best-of-three finals series on Saturday.