Xania Monet first AI singer to debut on Billboard airplay chart
Millions have heard the voice of Xania Monet, but some fans were shocked to learn that she is…
By Ciara Mina
Ciara graduated with a degree in Broadcast Communication from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines in 2022.
Between working as a News Editor and being a devoted fur mom to one adopted dog and four cats - thanks to the 'cat distribution system' - she still manages to squeeze in time to smell flowers, visit the beaches of her hometown, and end her day with a good sudoku puzzle.
‘6-7’ named Dictionary.com’s word of the year
"6-7" (also spelt "67" or "six-seven") has been declared the 2025 Dictionary.com word of the year.
Picasso’s portrait of Dora Maar, hidden for 80 years, fetches €32 million
A portrait by Pablo Picasso of his muse and partner Dora Maar sold at auction in Paris for…
Pope Leo XIV canonises 7 new saints
Seven new saints were canonized by Pope Leo XIV on Sunday at a mass at St. Peter's Basilica.
Buckingham Palace announces King Charles and Queen Camilla to visit Vatican
According to Buckingham Palace, King Charles III and Queen Camilla will travel to the Vatican next month on…
Vatican hosts ‘Grace for the World’ concert co-directed by Pharrell Williams and Andrea Bocelli
“This is a rare cultural moment where the world stops and collectively tunes in. It is a message…
Japan reconsiders allowing female succession as youngest prince reaches adulthood
With its male-only succession policy in place, which is being questioned by the nation, Japan is once again…
Filipino netizens slam contractors’ ‘nepo babies’ amid flood control project anomalies
The so-called "nepo babies" of the Philippines' top flood control project contractors are facing backlash from Filipino netizens…
Victory for animal rights advocates as Indian top Court revises stray dog ruling
Following animal rights protests, India’s Supreme Court has revised its ruling, which now states that animals picked up…
Indonesia celebrates 80th Independence day
Indonesia commemorated its 80th Independence Day on Sunday with a series of nationwide festivities, highlighted by a solemn…
NASA Crew-10 astronauts end 5-month mission
After spending around five months onboard the International Space Station (ISS), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)…
Million-dollar banana art eaten again
The artwork, titled "Comedian" - a banana duct-taped to a wall - has been eaten by a visitor,…
Vietnam shares 2017 APEC hosting experience with South Korea ahead of 2025 Summit
Vietnam's efforts and achievements in hosting the 2017 Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Week are expected to…
Vietnam sees tourism spike amid global music events
With massive performances by worldwide musicians like BLACKPINK, Westlife, and G-Dragon drawing tens of thousands of fans in…
US Congress passes maritime security bills
The United States House of Representatives has passed transportation-related bills that are set to strengthen the US flag…
Vatican announces Pope Leo XIV’s first Chinese bishop appointment
The Vatican has declared that Pope Leo XIV has appointed his first Chinese bishop.
Film news: DANAFF III announces organising committee line-up
Vietnam’s Da Nang People's Committee has officially announced the organising committee for the upcoming third edition of the…
Global research initiative to measure real-world hydrogen emissions now underway
A new, global research project is underway to monitor hydrogen emissions from operational infrastructure in North America and…
Harvard graduates protest ban on accepting international students
As Harvard University held its 374th graduation ceremony, attended by around 9,000 graduates, students wore white flowers pinned…
78th Cannes Film Festival opens with 12 days of screening
The 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival kicked off on Tuesday, with major premieres taking place throughout…
Martin Scorsese documentary ‘Aldeas – A New Story’ to feature Pope Francis’ final interview
Conversations between Martin Scorsese and the late Pope Francis will be featured in the documentary "Aldeas - A…
Nepal to curb Mt. Everest ‘overcrowding’ with new regulations
In an effort to lower the number of fatalities, Nepal intends to limit trips to Mount Everest to…
Academy introduces new regulations in voting, AI use for 2025 Oscars season
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed important dates for the 2025 Oscars awards season.
Breakthrough Prizes recognise key scientific advances in 2025
Popularly known as the ‘Oscars of Science’, the Breakthrough Prizes honour scientists for their contributions to life sciences,…