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Pope Francis adds Naples archbishop to list of new cardinals
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis is adding another name to the list of Catholic prelates he will appoint as cardinals in December, the Vatican said on Monday, November 4. Archbishop Domenico Battaglia, 61,...
View ArticleUAAP Cheerdance Competition date, performance order set
MANILA, Philippines – The date for the keenly awaited UAAP Season 87 Cheerdance Competition has been set to unfold on December 1 at the Mall of Asia Arena. Defending champion FEU Cheering Squad eyes a...
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Ex-Comelec chairman Sheriff Abas seeks Cotabato seat in BARMM parliament
COTABATO, Philippines – Former Commission on Elections (Comelec) chairman Sheriff Abas filed his certificate of candidacy on Wednesday morning, November 6, seeking a seat in the regional parliament of...
View ArticleTrump wins North Carolina, Republicans take Senate; Harris’ path to victory...
PHILADELPHIA, USA – Republican Donald Trump defeated Democrat Kamala Harris in the battleground state of North Carolina in Tuesday’s US presidential election, Edison Research projected, moving him one...
View Article76ers star Joel Embiid suspended 3 games for shoving writer
The NBA suspended Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid for three games on Tuesday, November 5, for shoving a columnist in the team’s locker room. After an investigation, the league confirmed...
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Typhoon Marce threatens Babuyan Islands, northern part of mainland Luzon
MANILA, Philippines – The weather bureau warned the public that Typhoon Marce (Yinxing) is threatening Babuyan Islands and the northern part of mainland Luzon, as the tropical cyclone intensified...
View Article[Be The Good] Our choices make or break a nation
After millions of Americans cast their vote for president, the whole world is reminded how individual choices can make or break a nation. As I write this, voting hours are winding down for many states...
View ArticleShohei Ohtani undergoes successful shoulder surgery, Dodgers say
LOS ANGELES, USA – Shohei Ohtani underwent successful surgery on Tuesday, November 5, on the left shoulder he injured during Game 2 of the World Series and will be ready for spring training, the...
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Republicans win control of US Senate, House still up in the air
WASHINGTON, USA – Republicans won control of the US Senate with victories in West Virginia and Ohio on Tuesday, November 5, ensuring Donald Trump’s party will control at least one chamber of Congress...
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2024 will be world’s hottest on record, EU scientists say
BRUSSELS, Belgium – This year is “virtually certain” to eclipse 2023 as the world’s warmest since records began, the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) said on Thursday, November...
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Philippine economic growth slows to 5.2% in storm-plagued Q3 2024
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine economy grew by 5.2% in the third quarter of 2024, falling short of expectations, as it suffered from the effects of bad weather. The Q3 2024 figure is lower than...
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Ex-BARMM minister Naguib Sinarimbo seeks Cotabato seat in region’s parliament
COTABATO CITY, Philippines – Former Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) interior minister Naguib Sinarimbo filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) on Thursday, November 7, seeking...
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Cebu Pacific to offer direct flights to Sapporo beginning January 16
MANILA, Philippines – Budget carrier Cebu Pacific will offer direct flights to Japan’s winter wonderland, Sapporo, in the country’s northernmost prefecture, Hokkaido. The airline said in a statement...
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Typhoon Marce continues to strengthen as it ‘dangerously’ approaches Cagayan
MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Marce (Yinxing) continued to intensify late Thursday morning, November 7, with its maximum sustained winds increasing further from 165 kilometers per hour to 175 km/h....
View ArticleJoin Rappler’s AI and elections forum, voter empowerment workshops in Batangas
MANILA, Philippines – As disinformation continues to spread in the provinces, how can ordinary citizens take part in ensuring their localities are well informed on issues on the upcoming 2025...
View ArticleRed-hot Curry, Warriors dump Celtics
Stephen Curry amassed 27 points, 9 assists, and 7 rebounds to help the visiting Golden State Warriors stretch their winning streak to five games with a 118-112 victory over the Boston Celtics on...
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Why is it a red flag when a mayor and vice mayor come from the same family?
MANILA, Philippines – Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte and Muntinlupa City Mayor Ruffy Biazon have taken a strong stand against political dynasties, particularly when family members hold both executive...
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WATCH: Manila hosts dialogue on South China Sea
MANILA, Philippines – Government officials, foreign policy experts, and key decision makers from across Southeast Asia and the Indo-Pacific gather in the Philippines for The Manila Dialogue on the...
View ArticleRappler Talk: What’s in store for Filipino immigrants in the US under Trump?
MANILA, Philippines – It’s been two days since the world found out who America voted to be their next president. Republican bet Donald Trump, who has been known to stand on harsh immigration policies,...
View ArticleCreamline parts ways with Risa Sato after 10 PVL titles
MANILA, Philippines – Risa Sato has ended an ultra-successful six-year run with Creamline. The Cool Smashers on Friday, November 8, announced that they have parted ways with Sato after the middle...
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