Ashton Irwin, the drummer of the Australian pop-rock band 5 Seconds of Summer (5SOS), recently shared a heartfelt tribute to his Filipino fans. In a new YouTube vlog, Irwin documented his experiences during the band’s recent stop in the country. The video captures candid backstage moments, bustling street views, and high-energy concert highlights. READ: 5

SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89  basketball tournament – second round MANILA, Philippines–University of Santo Tomas scored a crucial 89-84 win on Sunday and eliminated Ateneo from Final Four contention while keeping its alive in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament. The Growling Tigers strung together their third straight win and improved to 7-6, moving half

LUCENA CITY — The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) 4A, through its Fisheries Protection and Law Enforcement Group (FPLEG), apprehended two commercial fishing vessels in Tayabas Bay in Quezon province, on Saturday and Sunday (Nov. 14 and 15) for allegedly violating the closed fishing season. In a report, Allan Castillo, chief of BFAR

BULAKAN, Bulacan, Philippines — Intricate paper-cut art called “borlas” featuring Gen. Gregorio “Goyo” del Pilar highlighted the celebration of the hero’s 151st birth anniversary in his hometown on Saturday, Nov. 14. Crafted by Beya Giron of Bulacan Salinlahi Inc., the artwork depicting Del Pilar’s face and name was displayed at the 166-year-old Ycasiano-Enriquez ancestral house,

MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon — In a series of coordinated law enforcement operations conducted across the province from November 12 to 14, police units apprehended 10 wanted individuals, highlighted by the capture of a provincial topmost wanted person. The operations were executed by various municipal police stations, including Manolo Fortich, Impasugong, San Fernando, Quezon, Valencia City,

MANILA, Philippines — Jose Maria Concepcion, the chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Business and Advisory Council (BAC), concluded the Asean Business and Investment Summit with a commitment to “remain the bridge between government and business, turning dialogue into investments, partnerships and measurable outcomes.” Speaking to business and industry leaders, Concepcion emphasized

MANILA, Philippines—The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) documented at least 22 media workers who reported experiencing police harassment during the demonstrations on Sunday amid the 2026 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit. “The arrests, attempted arrests, and harassment of protesters and journalists constitute violations of the people’s right to peaceful assembly

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines — A pre-dawn operation to capture Northern Mindanao’s most wanted fugitive ended in a bloody firefight last Friday, Nov. 13, leaving the suspect and a police intelligence officer dead in Lanao del Norte province. A police patrolman was also wounded during the 5:30 a.m. shootout, which erupted when a joint

BACOLOD CITY—Four ash emissions from Kanlaon Volcano on Sunday, Nov. 15, triggered ashfall in parts of La Carlota City and La Castellana in Negros Occidental, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported. The ash emissions lasted a combined 241 minutes and occurred at 6:15 a.m. for 67 minutes; 9:08 a.m. for 11 minutes;

MANILA, Philippines — Veteran journalist Philip Lustre Jr. has asked the Supreme Court (SC) to transfer to Quezon City the cyberlibel complaint filed against him by lawyer Manases Carpio, husband of Vice President Sara Duterte. Lustre, 72, said his lawyers filed a motion before the SC on Friday, seeking to move the proceedings from Davao

MANILA, Philippines — Around 300 protesters were detained by police following a protest march in Muntinlupa City on Sunday, according to progressive groups. Lucky Oralleo, spokesperson of Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) – Timog Katagalugan, said police dispersed the protesters as they were preparing to march to Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila to join a larger rally

MANILA, Philippines — Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, is expected to experience a heat index of 45°C on Monday, Nov. 16, placing it under the danger category, the state weather bureau said Sunday. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) also forecast heat indices of 43°C in Coron in Palawan, and Zamboanga City. Pagasa

MANILA, Philippines — The easterlies will bring cloudy skies, scattered rain showers and thunderstorms over Caraga and the Davao region on Monday, the state weather bureau said Sunday. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said the weather system, which consists of warm winds coming from the Pacific Ocean, would continue to affect

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Sunday told protesters not to “tarnish” the country’s reputation amid reports of police arrests and their purported “attacks” during the demonstrations in Liwasang Bonifacio while Manila hosts the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit. READ: Protesters, police clash in Manila during Asean Summit protest “At this time, we should stand united.

MANILA, Philippines — The revamped Capital1 roster may not have lived up to high expectations after missing the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series semifinals, but Vanie Gandler remains committed to trusting the process. The Solar Spikers were already eliminated from Final Four contention before their game after PLDT’s four-set win over Galeries Tower. Capital1,

The multi-awarded Filipino family drama “Apol of My Ai,” directed by Thop Nazareno, will open in cinemas nationwide on Dec. 2 following its successful run at the 2026 CinePanalo Film Festival. The film won four awards at the festival, including the Special Jury Prize, Best Supporting Actor for Zanjoe Marudo, Best Child Performer for Zion

Being sassy and outspoken are among the traits that may be perennially attached to the name of Diamond Star Maricel Soriano, but the veteran star recently bared what she feared most despite her fearless public persona. At the recent pocket interview with reporters for her movie “Haunted Carnival,” Soriano was asked about her greatest fears

MANILA, Philippines — The University of the Philippines College of Media and Communication (UP CMC) and its official student publication, Tinig ng Plaridel (TNP), have condemned the attempted arrest of two student-journalists while covering a workers’ protest march in Manila. In a joint statement, the college and publication said the two staff members were documenting

MANILA, Philippines — San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora and Chief Operating Officer Mark Lapid of the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (Tieza) led the groundbreaking ceremony of the Pinaglabanan Tourist Center and Souvenir Shop on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, at the historic Pinaglabanan Shrine in San Juan City. The ₱17.1-million tourism infrastructure project is

MANILA, Philippines — Artificial intelligence (AI) could change how Filipinos work, manage their money, and access everyday services. But will these changes improve people’s lives, or create new challenges? These questions took center stage during the second and final day of the Asean Business and Investment Summit (ABIS) 2026 on Sunday, November 15, as business leaders,

MANILA, Philippines – A Belgium-based firm has proposed to build an oil refinery and depot in the Philippines, according to Sen. Erwin Tulfo. According to him, Brightside Industries Group, LLC sent him a letter expressing such intention and stating that the company would not require the Philippines to spend funds for the proposed project. Tulfo

Aryna Sabalenka apologized on Saturday after an on-court outburst during her defeat to Ukrainian rival Elina Svitolina at the WTA Finals in Indian Wells. Footage shared widely on social media appeared to show the former world number one swearing in a tirade that some commenters interpreted as directed towards Svitolina or Ukrainians in general. However,

The Supreme Court has announced that court operations in some areas are suspended on Monday, November 16, 2026.

SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89  basketball tournament – second round MANILA, Philippines–La Salle avenged its first-round loss to Adamson with an 84-69 rout to stay in the hunt for third place in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament on Sunday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. The defending champion built a 22-point halftime lead behind Luis Pablo,

MANILA, Philippines — Billions of pesos in unused vaccine funds prompted the House of Representatives to redirect part of the proposed 2027 immunization budget to medical assistance for patients. Garin, a former health secretary, said funds for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines remained unused despite the urgent need to protect Filipinos against preventable diseases. “For example, the

MANILA, Philippines — Trisha Tubu showed why she is the reigning Season Most Valuable Player, spearheading Farm Fresh Foxies’ charge to a second straight semifinals appearance in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Series. At the center of Farm Fresh’s continued rise is the five-time Best Opposite Spiker, who answered the call with explosive performances against

MANILA, Philippines — Savouge stunned National University-Archipelago Builders in straight sets, 25-18, 25-23, 25-20, to cruise to its fifth consecutive victory in the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference on Sunday at Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan. The Spin Doctors, who started the tournament with a 0-2 record, made a statement win by taking down

Bea Milan-Windorski is always proud to represent the Philippines and bring a piece of home to every event at the 2026 Miss Universe pageant in Puerto Rico. At the “Luz de Esperanza: Universo Rosa en Puerto Rico” (Light of Hope: Pink Universe in Puerto Rico), a breast cancer awareness initiative, Windorski joined other candidates at

MANILA, Philippines — Bureaucratic delays at the Department of Health (DOH) slow down the implementation of hospital projects, with repeated approvals and paperwork preventing billions of pesos from reaching health facilities, Deputy Speaker Janette Garin said on Saturday. The Health Facilities Enhancement Program (HFEP) had used only 11% of its funds during the period examined in

(Photo: LTFRB) MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has summoned the operator of a passenger jeepney whose driver allegedly fled after hitting a cyclist in Quezon City. The Land Transportation Office (LTO), meanwhile, issued a show-cause order against the driver and registered owner of the jeepney following the incident. In