QC security guard shoots 2 coworkers dead over ‘bullying’ on Christmas Eve

QC security guard shoots 2 coworkers dead over ‘bullying’ on Christmas Eve

MANILA, Philippines — A security guard was arrested on Christmas morning after shooting two of his colleagues dead at a Mitsubishi Car Dealership in Commonwealth Avenue, Barangay North Fairview, Quezon City (QC), Wednesday night, December 24. The suspect, identified as Charren Aporado Caboverde, 24, told the police he did it due to workplace “bullying,” which had tormented him for quite some time. He fatally shot his fellow guards Renato Santiago Mallo, 41, and Mark John Baguinio, 28. READ: 2 security guards shot dead in QC on Christmas Eve Before the shooting, Caboverde approached the sales executive of the car dealership, informing […]... Keep on reading: QC security guard shoots 2 coworkers dead over ‘bullying’ on Christmas Eve

Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump name added to building

Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump name added to building

NEW YORK — A planned Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center, a holiday tradition dating back more than 20 years, has been canceled. The show’s host, musician Chuck Redd, says that he called off the performance in the wake of the White House announcing last week that President Donald Trump’s name would be added to the facility. As of last Friday, the building’s facade reads The Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts. According to the White House, the president’s handpicked board approved the decision, which scholars have said violates the […]... Keep on reading: Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump name added to building

Kian delos Santos: Justice still far from complete says Bayan CV

Kian delos Santos: Justice still far from complete says Bayan CV

CEBU CITY, Philippines — While the Supreme Court recently upheld the murder convictions of three police officers in the killing of 17-year-old Kian delos Santos, Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) Central Visayas warned that justice remains far from complete. In a statement, Bayan lauded the ruling as a recognition of Kian’s humanity and a rare step toward accountability in a long history of “extrajudicial killings” under the Duterte administration. “This decision affirms what families and human rights groups have long said: the killings were real, deliberate, and systemic,” the group said. READ: Kian delos Santos case: High Court upholds conviction of […]... Keep on reading: Kian delos Santos: Justice still far from complete says Bayan CV

VP SARA: HINDI KAMI NAGKAUSAP NI SEN. BATO NGAYONG PANAHON NG PASKO

UPDATE: Vice President Sara Duterte said she has not spoken to Sen. Bato dela Rosa this holiday season, after the lawmaker has been notably absent at the Senate since reports of an alleged ICC arrest warrant

VP SARA: HINDI KAMI NAGKAUSAP NI SEN. BATO NGAYONG PANAHON NG PASKO UPDATE: Vice President Sara Duterte said she has not spoken to Sen. Bato dela Rosa this holiday season, after the lawmaker has been notably absent at the Senate since reports of an alleged ICC arrest warrant

VP SARA: HINDI KAMI NAGKAUSAP NI SEN. BATO NGAYONG PANAHON NG PASKO UPDATE: Vice President Sara Duterte said she has not spoken to Sen. Bato dela Rosa this holiday season, after the lawmaker has been notably absent at the Senate since reports of an alleged ICC arrest warrant

Korean music critic Kim Young-dae dies on Christmas Eve

Korean music critic Kim Young-dae dies on Christmas Eve

Kim Young-dae, a renowned music critic in South Korea, died on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, his family confirmed. He was 48. Kim’s family announced his passing through a statement released on his social media pages on Thursday, Christmas Day, Dec. 25. “We regret to inform you of the passing of Kim Young-dae. We ask for your understanding regarding our inability to contact everyone individually,” the post read, as translated from to English by Korean media outlet The Chosun Daily. The cause of death was not immediately disclosed. The post included details of Kim’s wake, which will be held on Thursday […]... Keep on reading: Korean music critic Kim Young-dae dies on Christmas Eve

DOH: Number of firework-related injuries now 28; victims mostly minors

DOH: Number of firework-related injuries now 28; victims mostly minors

MANILA, Philippines — Victims of firework-related injuries have already risen to 28, with most of them aged 19 and below, according to the Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday.  The DOH said that this figure is gathered from the 62 sentinel hospitals, or hospitals designated to monitor health-related emergencies, from December 21, 2025 to December 25, 2025, 4 a.m. The agency noted that a total of 28 cases recorded were 50% less than the 56 cases logged during the same period last year.  READ: DOH warns vs usual holiday-related ailments The DOH also pointed out that 19 of the cases […]... Keep on reading: DOH: Number of firework-related injuries now 28; victims mostly minors

It's Showtime: 'Si Lord ang nagdala sa'kin dito!' KHEN, NASUNGKIT ANG P650k POT! (Laro, Laro, Pick)

It's Showtime: 'Si Lord ang nagdala sa'kin dito!' KHEN, NASUNGKIT ANG P650k POT! (Laro, Laro, Pick)

Aired (December 25, 2025): Naging mahirap ang desisyon ni Kuya Khen sa pagpili sa pagitan ng POT at LI-POT! Ngunit sa huli ay nagwagi rin siyang maipanalo ang tumataginting na P650,000 POT PRIZE! Madlang Kapuso, join the FUNanghalian with #ItsShowtime family. Watch the latest episode of 'It's Showtime' hosted by Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis, Vhong Navarro, Karylle, Jhong Hilario, Amy Perez, Kim Chui, Jugs & Teddy, MC & Lassy, Ogie Alcasid, Darren, Jackie, Cianne, Ryan Bang, and Ion Perez. Monday to Saturday, 12NN on GMA Network. #ItsShowtime #MadlangKapuso

It's Showtime: Anne Curtis, sinungkit talaga ang moment para makakanta! (Laro, Laro, Pick)

It's Showtime: Anne Curtis, sinungkit talaga ang moment para makakanta! (Laro, Laro, Pick)

Aired (December 25, 2025): Talagang inantay ni Anne 'yung moment na makakanta ng 'Golden'! Madlang Kapuso, join the FUNanghalian with #ItsShowtime family. Watch the latest episode of 'It's Showtime' hosted by Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis, Vhong Navarro, Karylle, Jhong Hilario, Amy Perez, Kim Chui, Jugs & Teddy, MC & Lassy, Ogie Alcasid, Darren, Jackie, Cianne, Ryan Bang, and Ion Perez. Monday to Saturday, 12NN on GMA Network. #ItsShowtime #MadlangKapuso

It's Showtime: Shuvee, may realizations sa istorya ng buhay ng manlalaro! (Laro, Laro, Pick)

It's Showtime: Shuvee, may realizations sa istorya ng buhay ng manlalaro! (Laro, Laro, Pick)

Aired (December 25, 2025): “Paano niya ituturo sa isang anak kung paano mangarap, kung siya mismo, hindi niya naranasang gawin 'yon?” Nagbahagi si Shuvee ng kanyang realizations tungkol sa karanasan ni Nanay Ron. Madlang Kapuso, join the FUNanghalian with #ItsShowtime family. Watch the latest episode of 'It's Showtime' hosted by Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis, Vhong Navarro, Karylle, Jhong Hilario, Amy Perez, Kim Chui, Jugs & Teddy, MC & Lassy, Ogie Alcasid, Darren, Jackie, Cianne, Ryan Bang, and Ion Perez. Monday to Saturday, 12NN on GMA Network. #ItsShowtime #MadlangKapuso

Netizens lament high movie ticket prices amid calls to support MMFF 2025

Netizens lament high movie ticket prices amid calls to support MMFF 2025

Amid calls to support local cinema this Christmas season, netizens have taken to social media to express frustration over what they describe as “excessive” ticket prices for the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB), through Chairperson and CEO Lala Sotto, is among the agencies encouraging Filipinos to watch the eight official MMFF entries as the annual festival opens today, Dec. 25.  However, on the first day of public screenings on Christmas day, many moviegoers pointed out the rising cinema prices may prevent audiences from fully supporting the festival, regardless of how […]... Keep on reading: Netizens lament high movie ticket prices amid calls to support MMFF 2025

Laoag cracks down on noisy rides this holiday season

Laoag cracks down on noisy rides this holiday season

LAOAG, Ilocos Norte — The Philippine National Police (PNP)-Laoag Traffic Division has intensified its implementation of the anti-nuisance ordinance, particularly this holiday season. Police chief master sergeant Eric Bumagat, head of the PNP-Laoag Traffic Division,  in a media interview Thursday, said they started implementing the ordinance last Dec. 22. Under the ordinance, cars and motorcycles with modified mufflers or sound boosters are prohibited, citing the harmful effects of noise pollution to health and the distraction it could cause to other motorists. READ: 547 modified mufflers destroyed in Tuguegarao In Laoag, cars and motorbikes with modified mufflers or sound boosters are […]... Keep on reading: Laoag cracks down on noisy rides this holiday season

'WALA AKONG IKO-CONFIRM AT I-DE-DENY'

UPDATE: Vice President Sara Duterte said she will neither confirm nor deny the pronouncement of Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla that she visited former Negros Oriental 3rd District Rep. Arnie Teves in jail.

"Ang sinasabi ko, wala akong

'WALA AKONG IKO-CONFIRM AT I-DE-DENY' UPDATE: Vice President Sara Duterte said she will neither confirm nor deny the pronouncement of Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla that she visited former Negros Oriental 3rd District Rep. Arnie Teves in jail. "Ang sinasabi ko, wala akong

'WALA AKONG IKO-CONFIRM AT I-DE-DENY' UPDATE: Vice President Sara Duterte said she will neither confirm nor deny the pronouncement of Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla that she visited former Negros Oriental 3rd District Rep. Arnie Teves in jail. "Ang sinasabi ko, wala akong