UN chief calls for swift global regulation of AI, warns of growing risks
The United Nations on Monday, July 6, urged governments to act quickly to regulate artificial intelligence, warning that…
By Angelica N. Hall
Angelica achieved her degree in Journalism at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines.
She is a huge music lover who listens to a wide variety of genres - from punk rock to show tunes, indie, and even what Spotify would categorise as “pink pilates princess strut pop season”.
Her other interests involve films, Netflix shows, fictional novels, anime, DC comics, video games and Asian food.
Extremist group may have influenced Tacloban school shooters, says Philippine Senate
The recent school shooting in Tacloban City, Philippines, has drawn renewed attention to the dangers of online extremist…
Most seafarers receive little digital skills training despite demand, willingness: study
More than 80 per cent of seafarers rarely or never receive digital skills training, even as two-thirds say…
Fossil fuel pollution behind Europe’s deadly heatwave, says UN climate chief
The current heatwave in Europe, which has led to several fatalities, is the "latest price to pay for…
US-Iran agree to set up ‘de-confliction cell’ with Lebanon
The United States and Iran agreed on Monday to set up a "de-confliction cell" with Lebanon, after the…
Fitterkarma releases new haunting single ‘Maryclaire’
Alternative rock band fitterkarma, known for their hit songs "Pag-Ibig ay Kanibalismo II" and "Kalapastangan," have released their…
Daveigh Chase, voice of Lilo in ‘Lilo & Stitch’, dies at 35
Daveigh Chase, the voice behind Lilo from the hit animated film and series "Lilo & Stitch," has died…
P-pop news: Maki, SB19’s Justin to collab in new song ‘Dahon’
Filipino singer-songwriter Maki and SB19 member Justin will be teaming up once more for a new love song,…
Music news: Janine Berdin earns first solo Billboard entry on the Philippines Hot 100
Filipino singer-songwriter Janine Berdin has made her first solo entry on the Billboard charts after her song "What…
Senator Jinggoy Estrada arrested for plunder in Philippine flood control scandal
Philippine Senator Jose "Jinggoy" Estrada was arrested on Monday, June 1, on plunder charges linked to the flood…
Brimming with success: Cup of Joe first Filipino act at Philippine Sports Stadium
Take a deep breath, because Cup of Joe just became the first local act to grace the stage…
Iran defends sanctions relief, war reparations as peace talks with US continue
Iran pushed back against Washington's terms on April 18 amid another round of peace proposals, reiterating its demands…
Philippine VP Duterte impeached by House amid Senate shake-up
The Philippine House of Representatives impeached Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday with 257 votes out of 316.
EU calls for stronger legal protection for journalists on World Press Freedom Day
The European Union marked World Press Freedom Day on May 3 with a call for governments worldwide to…
Philippines rights body to probe deadly military clash that killed student activist, 18 others
The Philippine Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Sunday has announced that it will investigate the military operation…
China rolls out measures to boost Taiwan exchanges after Xi-KMT meeting
China has introduced new policies to boost exchanges with Taiwan following a meeting between President Xi Jinping and…
Qingming Festival: Honouring China’s fallen amid holiday travel surge
China opened the Qingming Festival, or Tomb-Sweeping Day, on Sunday with nationwide tributes to fallen heroes.
Japanese lawmaker hit with China sanctions after visits to Taiwan
The Chinese government has imposed sanctions on a Japanese lawmaker over his visits to Taiwan, escalating diplomatic tensions…
TV news: ‘One Piece’ live action to set sail for Alabasta after Season 2 success
Netflix's "One Piece" live action continues to chart a bigger, bolder course with the hype of its season…
‘One Battle After Another’ makes history at Oscars with six awards
Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" swept the Academy Awards on Sunday, winning six Oscars out of…
Ser Duncan the Tall returns: ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ announces season 2 with new cast
As the first chapter of the legendary hedge knight Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire Egg comes…
Filipino caregiver killed in Mid-East airstrikes while helping patient to shelter
A Filipina caregiver died in Israel while assisting her elderly ward to a bomb shelter amid escalating airstrikes…
Eileen Gu makes Olympic history, honours grandmother after emotional gold
China's Eileen Gu made Olympic history Sunday as the most decorated freestyle skier ever with her latest gold,…
Bad Bunny makes history at Grammys, condemns ICE in acceptance speech
Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny blasted US federal immigration agents during his Grammys acceptance speech on…