Month: September 2025
Zuckerberg Says Smartphonesโ Peak Is OverโSmart Glasses Could Be Next
Smartphones may have defined the past two decades, but Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg thinks their dominance is fading. Speaking about Metaโs long-term strategy, he said the future belongs to devices that blend seamlessly into daily lifeโspecifically, smart glasses powered by augmented reality. Meta has invested billions into AR platforms, betting people will eventually move from
Millions witness stunning โBlood Moonโ eclipse across 3 continents
ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY, Philippines โ Millions of skywatchers across Asia, Africa, and Europe were treated to a spectacular show on Sunday night, September 7, as the Moon slipped into Earthโs shadow and transformed into a glowing red โBlood Moon.โ The rare total lunar eclipse began at around 5:30 pm GMT (1:30 am Philippine time, September 8)
Sotto replaces Escudero as Senate president: What does this shake-up mean?
MANILA, Philippines โ Senate Minority Leader Vicente โTitoโ Sotto III has been elected Senate president, unseating Senator Francis โChizโ Escudero after barely a year at the helm. The coup, confirmed by a reliable source in the Senate, was fueled by political baggage that Escudero could not shake off: the impeachment case against Vice President Sara
Cotabato residents push BARMM parliament to pass Childrenโs Hospital bill
COTABATO CITY, Philippines โ Residents here are urging the Bangsamoro parliament to fast-track the passage of the proposed Bangsamoro Childrenโs Hospital Act of 2025, a measure that seeks to establish a dedicated childrenโs hospital in the city. The bill, authored by Parliament Member Naguib Sinarimbo, envisions a 200-bed facility to be managed by the Ministry
Is Your State Full of Psychopaths? A New Study Suggests… Maybe
Ever felt like everyone around you in your state is just… too much? The boss who micromanages and gaslights. The neighbor who always seems a little too charming. The friend who turns every conversation into a power play. You’re not aloneโand you might not be paranoid, either. A massive psychological study across the United States
Stargazers in the Philippines Can Catch the โBlood Moonโ This Weekend
Stargazers, or just someone who loves gazing at the sky, are in for a treat. A total lunar eclipseโpopularly known as a Blood Moonโwill be visible across the Philippines this weekend. And yes, you donโt need any special equipment to see it. Why โBlood Moonโ? During a total lunar eclipse, the Earth slips directly between
Animator Finally Brings Story of Jesus to the Big Screen
For more than three decades, animator-director John Schafer carried a quiet conviction: one day, he would make a film about the life of Jesus. The idea first stirred in the 1990s, when Schafer said he felt a divine prompting to use his talents to share Christโs story. But he set it aside, waiting for the
DIY Chemical Peels: Why That Glow-Up Hack Could Scar You for Life
Scrolling through TikTok or Instagram, youโve probably seen it: influencers peeling away layers of their skin to reveal a baby-smooth glow. Chemical peels, once confined to dermatology clinics, are now being marketed in small bottles you can order online and apply at home. For a generation obsessed with instant results, the appeal is obviousโskip the
10 Supplements That May Upset Your Digestive System (If You’re Not Careful)
Supplements can be a lifesaver when youโre low on nutrients, but letโs be realโsometimes they do more harm than good. Take the wrong dose, or the wrong kind, and suddenly youโre dealing with bloating, cramps, or worse. Here are 10 common supplements that could wreak havoc on your digestive systemโand how to take them smartly.
โQueen of Canadaโ: How Filipino immigrant Didulo became a cult figure and was arrested in Saskatchewan
For years, Romana Didulo traveled across Canada in an RV, proclaiming herself the โQueen of Canada.โ She issued decrees on social media declaring that citizens no longer had to pay taxes, mortgages or utility bills. Some followers believed her โ and lost their homes, their savings, and their grip on reality. This week, the 50-year-old
New Study Sheds Light on What We See Before We Die
What do you see when you die? Itโs a question as old as humanity itself, whispered in hospital corridors, pondered in philosophy classrooms, and etched into the stories of those who claim to have brushed against death and returned. People whoโve survived near-death experiences have described strikingly similar visions: bright lights, tunnels, feelings of peace,
OPINION I Why Frenchie Maeโs fight is our fight
At dawn, on February 7, 2020 armed men stormed a small house in Tacloban and arrested a 20-something journalist named Frenchie Mae Cumpio. She has been behind bars ever since. For nearly five years now, Cumpio has faced a barrage of cases โ illegal firearms possession, terrorism financing, aiding rebels, even money laundering. Human rights
