LOOK: First new cat species to be discovered in over a century found in Bolivia
A small wild cat in Bolivia's cloud forest has been identified as a previously unknown species, the first time a new living cat species has been formally named and described in over a century.
DOE: Safety rules on transporting EVs being drafted after MV June Aster tragedy
The Department of Energy said authorities are working to issue safety regulations on the transportation of electric vehicles (EVs) following the deadly fire aboard the MV June Aster.
Acer Philippines is preparing for another push into gaming with the upcoming Predator League, while also looking to bring some of the company’s newest products unveiled at IFA 2026 to local consumers. Speaking during…
PH still deadliest country in Asia for environmental defenders for 13th straight year
The latest report from watchdog group Global Witness says violence against defenders in the Philippines in 2025 was linked to the government's counterinsurgency programs and extractive projects
STRASBOURG, France - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen set out a sweeping plan to keep children safe from online dangers on Thursday, proposing to ban under-13s from social media and require online…
Tooth study shows T. rex was warm-blooded, with human-like temperature
WASHINGTON - Using chemical clues in Tyrannosaurus rex teeth, scientists have shown that this massive predator was warm-blooded -- with a body temperature close to that of a person -- in a finding they said should…
Satellite data shows major ice losses for Greenland and Antarctica
New research based on satellite data going back to the 1970s has documented major polar ice losses in Greenland and Antarctica -- home to Earth's two great ice sheets -- that have contributed to rising global sea levels.
The DITO Gaming Modem is a peculiar device. Behind the Team Liquid partnership and branding, the device is essentially a 5G wireless modem with one RJ45 LAN port. Because it runs on a 5G DITO SIM card, it’s portable and…
Bingo, Tickle Me Elmo nominated for Toy Hall of Fame
NEW YORK — Tickle Me Elmo dolls, the game of chance Bingo and the humble playground slide are among the finalists to get into the National Toy Hall of Fame this year, a lineup that also includes cuddly Care Bears, the…
Joyful dressing and the trends that took over New York Fashion Week
NEW YORK — Across the runways this New York Fashion Week, designers reimagined spring dressing by shaking up the season's staples of florals and pastels, opting instead for more modern and irreverent trends. From legacy…
The Villafuertes of CamSur: A tale of political survival and reinvention
The Villafuertes have figured in well-publicized teleserye-like dramas: from family feuds, celebrity marriages, social media tit for tat, to political wranglings, reinvention, and shifting political alliances
Watts, Pitt, Cruz to light up Spain's top film festival
MADRID, Spain — Hollywood stars Naomi Watts, Brad Pitt and Penelope Cruz are due to grace Spain's San Sebastian Film Festival from Friday, where great expectations await a mini-series by Chile's Pablo Larrain. Marion…
Annie Dillard, Pulitzer-winning author of 'Pilgrim at Tinker Creek,' dies at 81
NEW YORK — Annie Dillard, the Pulitzer-Prize winning author and essayist renowned for her poetic explorations of nature, love, spirituality and the art of writing in the “Pilgrim at Tinker Creek,” “The Maytrees” and…
Spanish scientists find first evidence of Diplodocus dinosaur in Europe
Spanish paleontologists say they have found the first evidence that Diplodocus, the iconic long-necked dinosaur, once roamed Europe, according to research published on Tuesday in the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology.
MANILA, Philippines — Kapuso viewers will see a familiar face taking over the podium of GMA Network’s “Family Feud” as Michael V. temporarily assumes hosting duties while Dingdong Dantes attends to the tapings of “The…
Study shows marvels of the Roman Empire's road network
Augustus, ancient Rome's first emperor, placed a gilded monument called the Milliarium Aureum, or Golden Milestone, in the Roman Forum in 20 BC to mark the symbolic starting point for all roads in the sprawling empire…
Gary V stages 10-day concert series at Music Museum
OPM icon Gary Valenciano is set to reconnect with audiences with “Back at the Museum,” a 10-show concert series scheduled next month at the Music Museum in San Juan. The shows on all Thursdays and Saturdays of October…
Scientists transplant lab-grown human brain tissue into mice
Scientists have transplanted laboratory-grown human brain tissue into bioengineered mice in what they call an important advance that may speed research into the mechanisms of disorders.
Püpa releases song about growth, resilience and determination
For püpa, that moment arrives with her debut single, “Same Damn Song,” the first release under Sonnet Entertainment. Driven by bold lyricism and unapologetic confidence, the song is an anthem for anyone who has ever…
One South brings Mindanao roots, indigenous sound to P-Pop scene
Newly launched P-Pop group One South is bringing the sounds and stories of Mindanao to Manila as it begins a new chapter focused on showcasing indigenous culture while carving out its own identity. The five-member…