China Insists They’re Victims in Sea Disputes & Won’t Heed the UN Decision

China insists that they are the victim in the controversial maritime dispute over the West Philippine Sea and noted that it would never accept any decision by the United Nations (UN) arbitral tribunal. A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson already made an official statement that was posted online. Chinese Foreign spokesperson Hua Chunying stated that “The … Read more

Google Maps Quietly Removed Chinese Name on Scarborough Shoal

The world’s largest search engine, Google removed the Chinese name on Scarborough Shoal through their map service, Google Maps. The name for a South China shoal was quietly removed by the map service due to the bitter dispute by Beijing and Manila following an outcry from Filipinos. According to Google Maps website, the shoal was … Read more

Matet de Leon Welcomes Third Baby Girl with Husband Mickey Estrada

One of the country’s former child actress, Matet de Leon welcomed their fourth child and Matet’s third baby girl with husband, chef Mickey Estrada. The announcement of Matet de Leon’s delivery was first announced through social media by an official statement released by Matet’s sister Lotlot de Leon. In the official Instagram account of Lotlot … Read more

Police Director Ricardo Marquez is the New Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief

Police Director Ricardo Marquez is now the new Philippine National Police Director and will replace PNP officer in-charge Deputy Director General Leonardo Espina as the leader of the 160,000-strong police force. Before being announced as the head of the Philippine National Police, the Police Director Ricardo Marquez is the former head of the Directorate for … Read more

Ramadan Holiday July 17, 2015 Pay Rules Released by DOLE

The Philippine National Government already declared July 17, 2015 as a Regular Holiday nationwide as Filipino Muslims prepare for the celebration of Eid’l Fitr, the feast marking the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Department of Labor and Employment reminded employers to observe and comply with the Pay Rules for the said regular … Read more

The Voice Kids PH Breached 40% Nationwide Ratings for Fifth Consecutive Weeks

The top-rating and top-trending singing competition in the Philippines today, The Voice Kids Philippines dominated the ratings game according to the latest data released by independent firm, Kantar Media. Based upon the Kantar Media panel size that represents 100% of the Philippine TV viewing population, the Kapamilya show conquered its rival programs. Kantar Media stated … Read more

Galeno “Rock” Opong: 3-Chair Turner in The Voice Kids Received Standing Ovation (Video)

Galeno “Rock” Opong joined the elite list of three-chair turner in the country’s top-rating and most popular singing competition in the Philippines today, The Voice of the Philippines Kids Edition Season 2. The talented young singer from Iloilo City impressed all the three judges as he received a standing ovation for his performance. Watch the … Read more