[OPINION] Beat the patriarchy! Blame Anthony Jennings too
Actors Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings screwed up. Cheating happens, unfortunately, but more unfortunately for public figures, a case of cheating naturally morphs into a nationwide scandal. But...
View Article[Rappler Investigates] 2024, a turbulent year
In the last few weeks, the editors and managers of Rappler have been busy assessing this year to better prepare for the year ahead. Worldwide, the future of news and journalism itself appears bleak...
View ArticleOnce again, Timor-Leste grants PH petition to extradite fugitive Arnie Teves
MANILA, Philippines – Timor-Leste has again granted the Philippine government’s petition to extradite former lawmaker and fugitive Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves, the Philippine Department of Justice (DOJ)...
View ArticleIs Iglesia ni Cristo pro-Marcos or pro-Duterte?
More than two years ago, the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) endorsed the tandem of Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Sara Duterte, who eventually won as the country’s two highest leaders. How will the INC position...
View ArticleLOOK: Here’s how these individuals became faces of kindness this Christmas
The most wonderful time of the year is here again! Suddenly, everything has become merry and bright. And soon, the streets will be filled with children singing Christmas tunes, while the smell of...
View ArticleAlexander Noble, leader of 1990 Northern Mindanao pocket rebellion, dies
CAGAYAN DE ORO, Philippines – Former Army colonel Alexander Noble, leader of the 1990 pocket rebellion in Northern Mindanao against the administration of then-president Corazon Aquino, passed away in...
View ArticleYouTube’s trending videos of 2024: Content creator Esnyr, BINI on top
MANILA, Philippines – YouTube on Thursday, December 5, shared the platform’s “top trending videos and creators in the Philippines.” They provided three top 10 lists: one for specific videos that are...
View ArticleHarry Roque likely falsified immigration documents – BI
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: Why did Harry Roque run to UAE unnoticed? Immigration chief Joel Viado says Harry Roque did not leave the country...
View Article[WATCH] Rappler Live Jam: James Reid
MANILA, Philippines – Multi-talented artist James Reid is returning to the Rappler HQ to make his Live Jam debut on Thursday, December 5! An actor, singer, songwriter, and record producer, James has...
View ArticleJapan grants Philippines $11 million in security aid to bolster defenses
MANILA, Philippines – Japan and the Philippines signed a 1.6 billion yen ($10.65 million) security assistance deal on Thursday, December 5, to boost the Southeast Asian nation’s maritime security and...
View ArticleTravel smart this holiday season with Smart GigaRoam
Whether you’re planning to spend a white Christmas in Tokyo or New York, enjoy a holiday shopping spree in Singapore or Dubai, or go on a nature trip in Bali or Bangkok, mobile services provider Smart...
View ArticleCavs’ 3-point barrage tops Nuggets despite Nikola Jokic’s monster game
Nikola Jokic moved to No. 3 in career triple-doubles with 27 points, 20 rebounds, and 11 assists at Cleveland, but his Denver Nuggets couldn’t withstand the host Cavaliers’ three-point barrage and...
View ArticleFACT CHECK: Post falsely claims PNR trip from Calamba to Lucena takes only...
Claim: A train ride from Calamba, Laguna to Lucena, Quezon via the Philippine National Railways (PNR) takes only one hour. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The Facebook post containing the...
View ArticleFaith 101: What’s special about being a cardinal?
This article was produced with assistance from Rai, the new Rappler AI chatbot that provides information based on Rappler articles. Information from Rai was vetted and contextualized by Rappler’s...
View ArticleNational Academy of Sports: Discovering the next Filipino champions
MANILA, Philippines – The search for a new breed of Filipino champions is on through the National Academy of Sports (NAS). Signed into law by former President Rodrigo Duterte in 2020, the...
View ArticleDancing with resilience: Ksatria lion and dragon dance team marks 20 years of...
SURABAYA, Indonesia – When Ksatria Lion and Dragon Dance Team was founded, resources were scarce, but passion was abundant even though they started with absolutely nothing. “Our first lion dance...
View ArticleFACT CHECK: Impeachment bid vs VP Sara Duterte remains active
Claim: The first impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte was junked within 24 hours. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The TikTok video containing the claim has 70,600 views,...
View ArticleMegan Young, Mikael Daez expecting first child
MANILA, Philippines – Celebrity couple Megan Young and Mikael Daez announced that they are expecting their first child! They shared the joyful news on Instagram on Friday, December 6, via a creative...
View ArticleHistoric 2024 adds luster to Philippine sports’ golden era
Philippine sports’ golden era is here. The country enjoyed a banner year in sports as it won two more Olympic gold medals courtesy of gymnastics star Carlos Yulo three years after weightlifting...
View Article‘Luwalhati sa Diyos’: A concert in honor of Father Eduardo Hontiveros
Bookmark this page for the Facebook broadcast of “Luwalhati sa Diyos” at 7 pm (Manila time) on Friday, December 6, courtesy of Jesuit Music Ministry. MANILA, Philippines – The late Jesuit composer...
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