“Treasure of the Rice Terraces,” a documentary that explores the roots of traditional mambabatoks through the perspective of indigenous tattoo artist Apo Whang-Od and her apprentices, will be screened at the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) in October. “Treasure of the Rice Terraces” is directed by Filipino-Canadian filmmaker Kent Donguines, who returned to the Philippines to reconnect with his roots in the hope of strengthening the “weakened traditional identity among many Filipinos he knows and meets.” Filmed in Canada and the Philippines (specifically in the Kalinga region), the documentary also highlights the importance of “preserving tattoo culture for future generations” […]... Keep on reading: Apo Whang-Od docu to be screened at Vancouver International Film Festival

• Inquirer
• 2 gün, 16 saat, 23 dakika

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Rising prospect Leonard Pores III of the PMI Bohol Boxing Stable delivered an emphatic performance in his first international bout, stopping Thailand’s Suriya Kraimanee in the second round on Saturday, August 30, in Bangkok. Pores wasted no time asserting his power, unloading heavy combinations to the head and body from the opening bell that had Kraimanee on the defensive, resulting in three knockdowns en-route to grabbing a second round stoppage.  READ: Leonard Pores III now in Thailand for August 30 bout In the opening round, he floored Kraimanee with a left hook to the liver, but the […]... Keep on reading: PMI’s Pores III stuns Thai foe with 2nd-round KO in Bangkok

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• 2 gün, 16 saat, 26 dakika

Shuvee Etrata is one of Sparkle's promising artists today. Best known on TikTok as 'smilingshuvee,' Shuvee has three million followers and 72.8 million likes on her videos. With her upturned eyes, pointed nose, kissable lips, perfect smile, and morena skin, the new Sparkle talent surely knows how to swoon her fans and make them stop scrolling through their phones. The Kapuso star is currently part of Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Editio n. Check out Shuvee Etrata's stunning looks and learn more about her in this gallery: Aside from being a social media sensation, Shuvee is also one of Sparkle's promising artists. The Cebuana beauty is part of the Philippines' first-ever figure skating series 'Hearts On Ice,' which is topbilled by Ashley Ortega and Xian Lim. Check out Shuvee Etrata's stunning looks and learn more about her in this gallery:

• GMA Network
• 2 gün, 16 saat, 28 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice (DOJ) has indicted Abra Mining & Industrial Corporation (AR), its directors, officers, transfer agent, and several stockholders over the unauthorized and fraudulent trading of shares between 2015 and 2019. In a resolution issued on Aug. 12, state prosecutors found prima facie evidence to charge Abra Mining for violations of the Securities Regulation Code (SRC) and the Revised Corporation Code after the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) uncovered irregularities in the firm’s share issuance. The DOJ named AR officers James Beloy, Amelia Beloy, Premy Ann Beloy, and Joel Albert Beloy, together with transfer agent Asian Transfer & Registry Corporation and stockholders Joseph Acuesta, Andrei Vincent Freight Services Corp., Jubileum Air and Sea Logistics Inc., Ferdinand Collado, Leila Collado, and Susan May Gacelo, as respondents in the case. Investigation showed that Abra Mining issued shares in excess of those registered with the SEC and listed with the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE). These unregistered shares were subsequently lodged with the Philippine Depositary and Trust Corp. (PDTC) and traded in the market under the guise of legitimate securities. The SEC reported that as of February 2021, the number of Abra Mining shares lodged with PDTC totaled 258.96 billion, significantly higher than the 95 billion shares covered by its registration statement and the 72.95 billion shares authorized for listing on the PSE. The figure also exceeded the 99.29 billion issued shares and 199.29 billion outstanding shares indicated in AR’s financial statements. According to prosecutors, the fraudulent scheme involved transactions with certain stockholders and entities where Abra Mining issued shares below par value and not fully paid. Despite non-payment, the company released stock certificates, which were validated by Asian Transfer and later lodged with PDTC for public trading. The DOJ noted that these acts “appear to follow a specific scheme designed to defraud or deceive the public into investing in worthless securities,” resulting in “huge monetary gains” for the respondents. Prior to the indictment, the SEC had imposed more than P560 million in fines against the respondents, and were also disqualified from serving as directors or officers of companies issuing registered securities. “The indictment of [Abra Mining], its officers, stock transfer agent, and stockholders marks a vital step in upholding trust and confidence in our capital market,” SEC Chairperson Francis Lim said in a statement on Saturday. “The SEC remains steadfast in its commitment to hold accountable any entity found to have violated that trust, and ensure that they are brought before the proper venues to answer for their actions,” he added. Trading of Abra Mining shares were suspended March 3, 2021.

• The Manila Times
• 2 gün, 16 saat, 33 dakika

Dingdong Dantes sa posibilidad na pagpasok nina Zia at Sixto sa showbiz: "We don't know yet."

• GMA Network
• 2 gün, 16 saat, 38 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has denied reports that former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief General Nicolas Torre III was removed from his post for allegedly rejecting a proposed firearms purchase linked to Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla. In a statement, the DILG clarified that Remulla had only instructed Torre to evaluate the operational necessity of an unsolicited proposal to acquire 80,000 firearms for the PNP. “He also reminded Gen. Torre that this kind of purchase can only be done through congressional insertion as this was not included in the National Expenditure Program (NEP),” the agency said, adding that Remulla had neither facilitated nor endorsed any congressional budget insertion for the proposal. The DILG said Torre communicated to Remulla during the PNP anniversary on Aug. 12, 2025 that he did not consider the purchase necessary, a conclusion with which the secretary agreed with. No directive to proceed with the procurement was issued. The department reiterated its commitment to transparency, accountability, and public safety, assuring the public that it would continue to uphold these principles in all its operations.

• The Manila Times
• 2 gün, 16 saat, 39 dakika

BANSALAN, Davao del Sur – Four people, three of them minors, died when a cement mixer truck crashed in Barangay Managa here on Friday afternoon. According to Major Darryl Francis Ramos, Bansalan police chief, the incident happened at past 3 p.m. The truck was headed in the direction of Digos City and when it reached Sitio Balagunon, it shifted heavily to its left side after treading on an uneven portion of the road. READ: 2 dead as truck crashes into store in Nueva Vizcaya Citing a police report, Ramos said the truck rolled over, hitting the minors who were walking on […]... Keep on reading: 3 children among 4 dead as cement mixer truck crashes in Davao town

• Inquirer
• 2 gün, 16 saat, 44 dakika

CEBU CITY, Philippines — More than 20 veteran and elite woodpushers will see action in the August edition of the Cebu Executives and Professionals Chess Association (CEPCA) Monthly Chess Tournament tomorrow, August 31, at Robinsons Galleria Cebu. The event, organized by Cebu’s longest-running chess association, will determine this month’s champion, who will later join other monthly winners in the year-end grand finals. READ: Rom, Kapuno rule Cepca blitz chess According to FIDE Arbiter (FA) Kevin Yap, the tournament will feature top CEPCA players, including National Masters (NM) Rogelio Enriquez and Arnolito Cadiz. In the July staging, Rosendo Yamyamin and Manuel […]... Keep on reading: Cepca monthly tournament: Over 20 chess veterans ready to compete

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• 2 gün, 16 saat, 48 dakika

Mister Pilipinas Worldwide second runner-up Kenneth Marcelino, who is set to represent the country in the 2025 Mister Cosmopolitan contest, has been on the receiving end of vicious comments like most pageant participants. But the Laguna-based makeup artist and volleyball player finds comfort in knowing that there are people who are willing to protect him, and defend him, with most of them he does not even personally know. “Most of the comments I receive are good ones, and I’m grateful. Even if I don’t know who they are, I could see their love and support for me,” Marcelino said in […]... Keep on reading: PH's Mister Cosmopolitan bet grateful to strangers who defend him online

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• 2 gün, 16 saat, 51 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — Public Works Secretary Manuel Bonoan on Saturday affirmed he would not abandon his responsibility to investigate alleged corruption in substandard or missing flood control projects, despite mounting calls for his resignation. In a video message posted on the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Facebook page, Bonoan acknowledged the “pain” of overseeing infrastructure issues under his watch. "It is heartbreaking and very painful to accept that these things are happening under my watch, no matter how strict our policies are against corruption," he said. Bonoan stressed he was prepared to accept accountability for alleged irregularities within the agency, but emphasized he would not condone any form of corruption. "Leaving or avoiding responsibility is not the right way to find a solution. I will accept accountability. But remember that I will never condone or allow any form of corruption," he said. Calls for his resignation intensified after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. personally inspected a P55-million river wall project in Barangay Piel, Baliwag, Bulacan, and found that the structure, marked as completed, had not yet begun construction. Bonoan admitted he only recently learned of such “ghost” projects and vowed to investigate. He said he would remain in his post, following the President’s instructions to continue the probe. Bonoan said the DPWH would hold accountable any contractors or officials identified in the investigation. "We want those responsible to be held accountable, and those who should be imprisoned to be jailed," he said. He outlined initial steps the agency has taken, including the preventive suspension of employees from the Bulacan 1st District Engineering Office (DEO). The Commission on Audit (COA) is also conducting a fraud audit of all flood control projects in Bulacan, covering work from January 2022 to July 2025. The audit focuses on the physical existence and status of projects, as well as compliance with approved design specifications. Bonoan cited previous measures taken against erring officials, including the suspension of Batangas District Engineer Abelardo Calalo, who allegedly attempted to bribe Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste. Calalo was arrested but released on bail, while most staff from the Batangas 1st DEO were reassigned to the regional office. The regional director was also reassigned. The secretary said the DPWH was currently validating flood control projects in Central Luzon, Mimaropa, Western Visayas, Central Visayas, and Eastern Visayas from July 2022 to May 2025. He also highlighted the creation of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Committee, established under Department Order 166 on Aug. 28, 2025, to investigate alleged graft and corruption among department officials. Despite the controversies, Bonoan maintained that many DPWH officials remain “decent and excellent” in their service.

• The Manila Times
• 2 gün, 16 saat, 56 dakika

Nothing beats a jet ski holiday? Seems like fake news did with all the false claims that were spread this August 2025.

• Rappler
• 2 gün, 17 saat

Kinakikiligan online ang habulan scene ng 'The Last Goodbye' stars na sina Matt Lozano at Daniela Stranner sa isang TikTok video.

• GMA Network
• 2 gün, 17 saat, 9 dakika

As the public continues to express their outrage toward the controversial “ghost” flood control projects and their allegedly involved personalities, Gabbi Garcia and Edu Manzano opted to voice their frustration through their sense of humor. Garcia took to her Instagram account on Friday, Aug. 29, to share a clip of her past trips abroad, noting that it was paid for with her “hard-earned money.” “Rich in life ‘cause I can travel the world [and] live my best days with my own hard-earned money,” she wrote on the video while DeVotchKa and Mychael Danna’s “The Winner Is” was playing in the […]... Keep on reading: Gabbi Garcia, Edu Manzano throw shade by flexing their ‘hard-earned money’

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• 2 gün, 17 saat, 12 dakika

MINNEAPOLIS — Moments after rifle blasts reverberated inside a Minneapolis church, Catholic school children wearing plaid jumpers and green polo shirts ducked into pews, some jumping atop friends to protect them from the carnage. One girl, Lydia Kaiser, was struck shielding her “little buddy” while her father, the school’s gym teacher, helped usher children to safety and reunite them with their parents, according to a family friend organizing fundraising for the family. READ: US shooting: 2 kids killed, 17 people wounded in Catholic school attack A 13-year-old boy named Endre, who was shot twice and rushed into surgery, asked the […]... Keep on reading: US church shooting update: Wounded boy asks doctor to pray with him

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• 2 gün, 17 saat, 17 dakika

Stirring public debate, the recent flood control projects controversy made waves online, with celebrities and content creators weighing in on the issue. The hot topic began with Jessica Soho's Special Report on Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, which aired on August 24, about flooding and incomplete flood control projects. One line in particular struck a chord with many viewers -- "Hindi na pala baha ang magpapalubog sa ating bayan, kundi kasakiman." This powerful statement sparked numerous online discussions, with netizens highlighting how dishonest politicians allegedly embezzled funds intended for flood control initiatives. These conversations also fueled online hate toward the children of alleged corrupt officials, who carelessly display their lavish lifestyles on social media. Part of the ongoing discussion involves Claudine Co , whose family has been linked to construction firms criticized by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. for winning multi-million-peso contracts with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), including road and flood control projects. Reports indicate that Claudine is the daughter of former Ako Bicol Partylist Representative Christopher Co, co-founder of Hi-Tone Construction and Development Corporation, and the niece of Congressman Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co, CEO of the Sunwest Group of Companies. As the controversy continues to gain traction on social media, celebrities and content creators have also joined the conversation, sharing their own take on the issue. Check out the reactions of celebrities and content creators on the flood control controversy here:

• GMA Network
• 2 gün, 17 saat, 20 dakika

• SunStar Philippines
• 3 gün, 1 saat, 25 dakika