2+ week, 8+ hour ago   (959+ words) BATANGAS, Philippines – A century-old pottery tradition in San Juan, Batangas, faces the risk of fading into memory. In Barangay Palahanan, however, one family remains steadfast, determined to keep this heritage alive despite the challenges of changing times. While they continue…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (330+ words) Coronavirus variants with clunky, alphanumeric names have now been assigned the letters of the Greek Alphabet in a bid to simplify discussion and pronunciation while avoiding stigma. The World Health Organization revealed the new names on Monday, May 31, amid criticism…...

4+ week, 4+ hour ago   (881+ words) MANILA, Philippines – It took the filmmakers behind “Before Sunrise” 9 years to create the sequel, “Before Sunset.” When the latter came out in 2004, it was more than a little surprising, not just because of the incredible length of time between movies,…...

4+ week, 17+ hour ago   (176+ words) Rappler Beauty queen April Love Jordan dies at 31 MANILA, Philippines — April Love Jordan, who joined a number of local beauty pageants, died on Friday, June 21. She was 31 years old. April’s pageant career includes stints in Miss World Philippines 2012, where she…...

4+ week, 17+ hour ago   (356+ words) MANILA, Philippines – National Artist for Visual Arts (Sculpture) Napoleon Abueva died at 88 on Friday, February 16, but he lives on in the work he left behind. His sculptures and designs are so popular that you might not have realized that you…...

4+ week, 17+ hour ago   (92+ words) ‘Master, pa-edit po’: Photo of PH presidents turned into memes Rappler - Participants submitted various humorous and imaginative alterations, showcasing their creativity. This is AI-generated. Read the article for full context. Report any errors. Here are some of our favorite ones:…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (997+ words) Christmas usually comes not only with celebrations, gifts, and reunions, but also colorful lights and decorations. There are some places in the Philippines, though, that beautifully transform during this season as though under a fairy godmother’s spell, and cast their…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (768+ words) MANILA, Philippines – The town of Badoc in Ilocos Norte is quiet and unassuming, but it is no less interesting and exhilarating than hotspot tourist destinations in the province like the Bangui Windmills, St. Augustine’s Church, Malacanang of the North and…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (249+ words) MANILA, Philippines – The Star Magic Ball 2016 was not just about the red carpet. The stars proceeded to the ballroom after their walk through the red carpet for the main event: the ball. The event was hosted by Martin Nievera. Nyoy…...