Filipinos turn to AI as mental healthcare gaps persist
Jheruleene Anne Ramos More Filipinos are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) for support amid growing mental health problems, exposing persistent gaps…
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Apple developing photo verification tool for iOS 27
Ian Trinidad Apple is seemingly working on a photo verification tool that can help users determine the source of an…
Rabiya Mateo steps away from showbiz to pursue medical career
Ren Azrack Escosio Becoming a celebrity is probably a dream for many aspiring girls in the Philippines, but a former Filipina…
From page to screen: Are book-to-film adaptations encouraging people to read more?
Gabrielle Wilkinson Book sales are soaring thanks to the vast number of screen adaptations coming out this year.
Music news: Gunil’s exit exposes K-pop’s artist protection struggles
Kamille Q. Cabreza Circulating allegations of fan mistreatment have led to the departure of Xdinary Heroes' leader and drummer, Gunil, prompting…
Book news: New novel, Lament, announced by ex-Emmerdale actress Jessie Elland
Sunday Times Bestseller author Jessie Elland's second novel, Lament, will hit bookstore shelves next spring.
Film news: Anne Hathaway breaks her silence on ‘Yesteryear’ adaptation
Sarah Irwin Academy Award-winning actress Anne Hathaway made her first comments last weekend on her anticipated role in the upcoming…
The new toy box: The rise of beauty culture among young girls
Emily Hodson Young girls are increasingly trading toys for toners, acids and serums. As social media becomes a normal part…
Europe prepares for fullest solar eclipse since 1999
Adam Peaker Authorities are warning people against looking directly at the eclipse, the most complete since 1999, without proper eye…
Why are young adults Britain’s loneliest generation? And what can be done?
In February 2026, the Office for National Statistics found that 27% of 16 to 29-year-olds in Great Britain…
Davao City launches month-long shopping drive as part of Kadayawan Festival 2026
Andre Alfonso R. Gutierrez Malls, hotels and private businesses across Davao City in the Philippines will offer discounts throughout August as part…
Bohol launches app to match tourists with guides, tour providers
A web application connecting tourists with accredited guides, operators and transport providers went live this week as part…
Hamburg Pride march overshadows Berlin attack terror
Jacinth Banite Members of the LGBTQIA+ community and gay rights advocates from across and outside Germany flocked to the northern…
Vietnam’s Dragon Fin Cape attracts visitors with scenic coastline, legends
Diana Mae Y. Cleto Mui Vi Rong (Dragon Fin Cape) is becoming one of Vietnam's most attractive coastal destinations, drawing visitors with…
Travel news: Top five things to do in Hong Kong
Eleni Poulios Are you travelling or stopping in Hong Kong and need some inspiration on how to spend that time?
Meta axes new AI image generation feature on Instagram after backlash
Bobbie Matias Tech giant Meta has pulled a feature on Instagram that allows its new artificial intelligence (AI) tool to…
UK heatwave: The British summer has arrived – and the internet is completely losing its mind
Phoebe Pang The United Kingdom is officially melting under a sudden July heatwave, and social media has wasted no time…
Extreme heat safety: Keep yourself protected during a heatwave
Rosemarie Zamora Several countries across Europe have been experiencing an early and extreme heatwave over the past few weeks.
Philippines makes maritime training free in bid to strengthen seafarer workforce
The Philippines will make all regular courses at its National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) free from August 3, removing…
Norway tightens AI use in schools as learning concerns grow
Norway is set to prohibit the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools in elementary schools nationwide as…
Ankara’s crackdown on queer, feminist X accounts infringes free speech: rights group
Several rights groups have denounced the Turkish government’s systematic deactivation of X accounts associated with LGBTQIA+ and feminism…
Philippines explores visa-free travel, stronger labour ties with Russia
Elan Castanares The Philippine government is actively pursuing enhanced diplomatic and economic co-operation with the Russian Federation, focusing on boosting…
United Kingdom to join Australia in banning social media for minors, says Keir Starmer
Eugene Nicklaus S. Laqui Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that major social media platforms will soon be restricted from users aged…
Sweden to impose smartphone ban in schools to improve learning
Sweden is set to impose a nationwide smartphone ban in schools starting from the 2026-27 academic year as…