Child hit in head allegedly by rider, passenger after argument with mother

An 8-year-old girl sustained a head injury after allegedly being hit by a rider and his passenger following an argument with the child"s mother.

Hayden Panettiere’s death was accidental and involved fentanyl, coroner says

GREENVILLE, S.C. — Actress Hayden Panettiere died from an accidental overdose of several drugs including fentanyl, a coroner in South Carolina said Tuesday. Panettiere, 36, was found unresponsive in an apartment in…

Most complainants in missing sabungero's cases stopped talking to prosecutors

Prosecutor General Richard Fadullon said that most of the complainants in the case of the missing sabungeros (cockfighting enthusiasts) have stopped engaging with prosecutors.

‎Viral ‘Sundo’ cat Chuchu dies, leaves fur dad heartbroken

‎MANILA, Philippines — Chuchu, the viral cat behind the popular TikTok “Sundo Serye,” has died, leaving his fur dad and thousands of followers mourning. ‎ ‎His owner, Mark Anthony Petalbo Borcelo, announced Chuchu’s…

The centuries-old Japanese art of ikebana draws those seeking calm

TOKYO — Ikebana, the Japanese art of arranging flowers, is a form of expression that dates back more than 500 years. It continues to blossom, quietly, not only with traditionalists but also with newcomers who find its…

Hindi Ito Marites: Easing tensions between the Philippines and China

The maritime dispute between Manila and Beijing doesn't have to define the totality of bilateral ties

SB19’s Josh records new song with Korean rapper Jay Park

Josh Cullen turns on his solo era again with a new single in collaboration with the former 2PM member.

Hallyu star Park Shin-hye welcomes baby girl

‎MANILA, Philippines — South Korean actress Park Shin-hye and actor Choi Tae-joon have welcomed their second child, a baby girl, on Tuesday. ‎ ‎Park’s agency, S.A.L.T. Entertainment, confirmed the birth, saying both the…

PH, EU on ‘clear path’ to free trade agreement. How close is a deal, really?

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declares that the EU and the Philippines have 'just agreed' on a free trade deal that could eventually make nearly all bilateral goods trade tariff-free, with signing…

Cebu town tightens pig movement after ASF outbreak confirmed

GINATILAN, Cebu — Movement of pigs and pork products was tightened after cases of African swine fever (ASF) were confirmed in two barangay in this southern Cebu town. Mayor Roy Vincent Singco signed Executive Order…

LRT-LINE 2 ADVISORY: LRT-2 limits operations after lightning strike; normal ops resume on Wednesday, September 23, 2026

The Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) on Tuesday temporarily implemented provisionary service after a lightning strike damaged and cut a catenary wire at the Antipolo Station.

Tuy Municipal Police Station recognized

Tuy, Batangas — Tuy Municipal Police Station (MPS), under the leadership of Maj. Roy Cuevas, was recently named Best Municipal Police Station – Class B and No. 1 in the Unit Performance Evaluation Ratings — with an…

Taylor Swift will become the most awarded artist in MTV VMAs history: A guide to the 2026 show

NEW YORK — Taylor Swift will once again break records. At the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, she will receive the inaugural Artist Director Honors, becoming the most awarded artist in VMA history. Currently…

Park Shin Hye, Choi Tae Joon welcome 2nd child

Park Shin-hye has given birth to her second child with fellow actor Choi Tae-joon.

French singer accuses Miley Cyrus of plagiarism

PARIS — French disco diva Amanda Lear publicly accused American singer Miley Cyrus on Monday of plagiarizing one of her songs from the 1970s. Lear, a model-turned-singer who was a muse to surrealist painter Salvador…

BINI original song drives home friendship theme, says 'Forgotten Island' composer

BINI's song in the animated flick aligns with the movie's friendship theme.

Eurovision Asia moves venue in Bangkok

MANILA, Philippines — The venue for the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia will change to a different venue in Bangkok, Thailand. In an announcement on Monday, the contest stated it will now be held at the One…

NCRPO denies report of 2 deaths during September 21 protests in Manila

The National Capital Region Police Office on Tuesday denied a circulating report claiming that two individuals supposedly died during the September 21 protests in Manila on Monday.

'Maybe you need kindness': Anne Curtis claps back at 'retokada' claim

Anne Curtis kindly shut down a comment that claimed she had surgery done on her face.

Anne Curtis addresses ‘retokada’ comment

MANILA, Philippines — Anne Curtis addressed a social media user who called her “retokada” and made a remark about her daughter’s appearance. The exchange began after X user Jonathan Sud shared a close-up photo of Curtis…

Asian food going beyond the basics in returning 'MasterChef Asia'

Philstar.com asked the new "MasterChef Asia" judges their thoughts on the current culinary scene in Asia and why Asian cuisine is finally more valued today.

[Vantage Point] How the Philippines lost its salt

How does an archipelago endowed with more than 36,000 kilometers of pristine coastline end up purchasing from abroad seawater’s most elemental gift?

Son Ye Jin explains why she covers Hyun Bin's face with stickers

Fans of Son Ye-jin lovingly "wonder" who her husband is because she keeps covering Hyun Bin's face with stickers.

Jopay, kumusta ka na? SexBomb members remark on supposed Rochelle Pangilinan rift

Jopay, kumusta ka na?

In Manila, a detention basin is under construction beneath Rajah Sulayman Plaza to help ease flooding -- DPWH

A water detention basin is under construction beneath Rajah Sulayman Plaza in Manila to help mitigate flooding in Malate, Remedios, and areas toward Taft Avenue, Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon said Tuesday.

Embassy flags cockfighting involving Filipinos in France

The Philippine Embassy in Paris cites gambling, peace disturbances and littering complaints.

PH Embassy in Singapore extends best wishes to Alex Eala, issued advisory to Pinoy sports fans

The Philippine Embassy in Singapore personnel met with tennis star Alex Eala and extended their best wishes as participates in the Singapore Tennis Open, WTA 500 and issued reminders on materials that would be brought…

PH Embassy advises Pinoys to stop cockfighting activities in France

The Philippine Embassy advised Filipinos to end cockfighting activities in France as these are considered illegal and regarded as animal cruelty, with violators facing imprisonment and a fine of 45,000 euros.

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TV5’s MJ Marfori ventures into beauty and wellness business

TV personality and entertainment journalist MJ Marfori recently unveiled her maiden health and wellness product.

Students shooting each other

THE spate of school shootings involving high school students attacking fellow students has shifted attention momentarily away from the impeachment proceedings in the Senate and the alleged thievery of our politicians…

Sharon Cuneta opens up about the highs and lows of married life

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Megastar Sharon Cuneta and Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan as a married couple.

My disappointment with Justice Adolfo Azcuna

I USED to greatly admire retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Adolfo Azcuna. I regarded him as a thoughtful constitutionalist whose public service deserved respect. This is why listening to the positions he took as…

Exes Heaven Peralejo and Marco Gallo’s bittersweet journey in ‘University Series’

As the final installment of Gwy Saludes’ popular “University Series” on Wattpad comes to an end, former couple and “The Rain in España” stars Heaven Peralejo and Marco Gallo described their journey through the series as…

Can Lazarus rise in a Congress of dynasties?

AFTER the 1986 People Power Revolution, the Senate was restored under the 1987 Constitution. I had the privilege of being one of the 24 senators elected nationally to the reborn chamber. I was also elected majority…

PH signs up for US colonialism

ONE of the most frustrating things about the months-long exercise in sialorrheic self-congratulations that the Marcos administration has engaged in about the Philippines having joined the MAGA regime’s “Pax Silica”…

Xi Jinping under the microscope

WHAT’s happening inside China under Xi Jinping deserves close attention, not because war’s inevitable but because Beijing is increasingly organizing its political, economic, technological and military systems around the…

Movie festival opens new chapter for established, student filmmakers

Three years after its launch, the Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival has grown from an ambitious idea into a platform for Filipino filmmakers. Speaking at the festival’s media conference, festival director Chris Cahilig…

Emilio Jacinto after Balintawak

THE Philippine Revolution has started! After the first cry of the revolution, the establishment of the national revolutionary government and the first skirmish with the Spaniards under Lt. Ros in Pasong Tamo, which the…

Ogie Diaz explains million-peso vow made to daughters

MY long-time showbiz friend, artist manager and content creator Ogie Diaz gifted his eldest daughter P1 million on her 25th birthday last August 29. Although she already got wind of the monetary gift, Erin (who’s my…