Why Congress should think twice about banning under-18s from social media
Rapplerby Gelo Gonzales·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - Philippine lawmakers are debating a proposed ban on social media access for individuals under 18, amid concerns about online dangers such as cyberbullying and exploitation.
Nobel Committee leaders, Agnés Callamard to speak at Social Good Summit 2026
Rapplerby Rappler.com·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - The Nobel Committee and Amnesty International will participate in Rappler's Social Good Summit in Manila on November 21, focusing on peace, human rights, and the impact of AI on...
The week in photos: October 3-9, 2026
Rapplerby Rappler.com·2d ago
MANILA, Philippines — The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) flagged the financial transactions of Vice President Sara Duterte allegedly related to the flood control issue and illegal drugs, the...
Will ALECO reprivatization worsen Albay power woes?
Rapplerby Reinnard Balonzo·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - Public frustration over power outages in Albay has led to renewed discussions about the potential reprivatization of the Albay Electric Cooperative (ALECO).
How fitterkarma lets Filipinos embrace the horrors of love and life
Rapplerby Jelou Galang·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - Fitterkarma, a four-piece rock band from the Philippines, is experiencing significant success with its debut album release, an orchestral concert tour, and a Record of the Year win at...
Some SKs will be ‘trentahin’ by 2028. They’re not happy about it either.
Rapplerby Shay Du·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - Some Sangguniang Kabataan officials face challenges balancing their duties with career aspirations as the BSKE elections are postponed to 2028, impacting their ability to plan for the...
Is active listening to music a lost art, and is physical media bringing it back?
Rapplerby BrandRap Team·2d ago
Tech has made life easier, but it’s left us fatigued from endless doomscrolling and constant notifications.
[Vantage Point] Landbank’s P182-million belated retreat
Rapplerby Val A. Villanueva·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - Landbank has finally moved to deposit over P182 million in disputed funds with the court after nearly six years of freezing the account of PPI-JKG Philippines Inc., raising questions...
Passed from hand to hand, Paete's taká tradition looks to its next generation
Rapplerby Arabella Grace Sta Ana·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - The Matutong Magtaká workshop in Paete, Philippines, teaches participants the traditional craft of taká, a form of papier-mâché, guided by experienced artisans like Ka Ichu.
'Violation of privacy?' Senate court takes down Sara Duterte trial livestream
Rapplerby Sundy Locus·2d ago
MANILA, Philippines – In the impeachment trial of Sara Duterte, it’s been the defense that has repeatedly objected to the presentation of the bank and tax records of the Vice President and her...
Bida ang saya: Is your fave Jollibee spot owned by Sara Duterte?
Rapplerby Dwight de Leon·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - Vice President Sara Duterte has links to Jollibee through her ownership stake in Gencorp Industries, which operates at least five Jollibee branches in Davao City.
Cale88's workforce, financial records draw scrutiny in impeachment trial
Rapplerby Sundy Locus·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - Senator-judges scrutinized Cale88 Foods Corporation's financial records during Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, noting discrepancies between reported sales and...
CHR chair faces graft complaint over alleged corruption in allowance
Rapplerby Jairo Bolledo·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - CHR Chairperson Richard Palpal-latoc and three others face a graft complaint filed by the NBI over alleged corruption related to a foreign-funded training program.
A local’s playbook to Makati-maxxing
Rapplerby Anica Borromeo·2d ago
Makati has been gaining popularity (not that it has ever been out of its game), but social media, especially TikTok, has given the city a brand-new personality.
Appellate court justices, SolGen among candidates for next SC justice
Rapplerby Jairo Bolledo·2d ago
AT A GLANCE - The Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) has released a list of 19 candidates for the Supreme Court associate justice position, which will be vacated by retiring Associate Justice Amy...
Former ICC judge Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Rapplerby Reuters·2d ago
OSLO, Sweden – Navi Pillay, a former International Criminal Court judge who oversaw a UN report that concluded that Israel committed genocide in Gaza, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, October...
Why SB19 joined Senate push to open global paths for Filipino creatives
Rapplerby Angel Camille Dio·3d ago
AT A GLANCE - SB19 visited the Senate to advocate for the Philippine Agency for the Creative Economy (PACE) Act, which aims to enhance the global mobility of Filipino creative workers and provide...
Albay mayors give ALECO ultimatum to solve persistent power interruptions
Rapplerby Reinnard Balonzo·3d ago
AT A GLANCE - Mayors in Albay are demanding an end to weekly power interruptions and have threatened to report ALECO if improvements are not seen by the end of October.
Mans Carpio calls self ‘collateral damage’ in Sara Duterte trial
Rapplerby Herbie Gomez, Dwight de Leon·3d ago
AT A GLANCE - Lawyer Manases Carpio, husband of Vice President Sara Duterte, feels targeted amid impeachment proceedings against his wife, describing himself as 'collateral damage' as their...
Sara Duterte's arraignment for grave threats postponed again
Rapplerby Jairo Bolledo·3d ago
AT A GLANCE - Vice President Sara Duterte's arraignment for grave threats has been postponed again due to her camp's pending motion for reconsideration regarding the presiding judge's decision.
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