Day: April 17, 2026
Mark Herras explains viral video of breakdown
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Mark Herras has explained the video of his emotional breakdown that went viral earlier this year and sparked widespread speculation online.
Jo Berry to portray her life story in ‘Magpakailanman’
“Magpakailanman” shines a light on the challenges and triumphs faced by little people through the inspiring story of Jo Berry in the episode “Little Big Dreamer: The Jo Berry Life Story.”
PH ‘rock-eating” shipworm from Bohol vies for International Mollusc of the Year
A newly discovered marine species found only in Bohol is representing the Philippines in an international science competition, drawing attention for its unusual ability to bore through and consume rock.
Philippines asks Oman to remove negative-HIV certificate requirement for Filipinos
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“The Omani Embassy in Manila clarified that the HIV certificate applies only to tourists availing of the visa-free entry to Oman, and not to those who were issued work visas,” the DFA said.
Filipinos bound for Oman face airline checks on HIV test requirement
An airline has reminded Filipinos traveling to Oman to obtain a certificate for HIV test before departure.
PBA: Phoenix dominates Blackwater to halt two-game slide
Phoenix returned to the win column in emphatic fashion, cruising to a 125-108 victory over Blackwater on Friday in the PBA Commissioner”s Cup at the Ynares Center in Montalban.
Alex Eala heads to Madrid Open after Stuttgart stint
Alexandra “Alex” Eala is set to continue her clay-court campaign in Spain as she competes in the Madrid Open.
House bill proposes fuel price regulatory board, new oil price stabilization fund
A House member has filed a bill seeking to restore to the government the authority to intervene in fuel pricing, citing the need to protect consumers from sudden spikes in global oil prices.
Rising oil prices might drag 1.34M Filipinos into poverty –PIDS
State-run policy think tank Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) on Friday said about 1.34 million Filipinos could be dragged into poverty due to “economic shocks” resulting from the rising global oil prices amid the Middle East war.
Philippine Food Expo 2026: Fresh produce, cacao creations, regional delicacies shine on opening day
The Philippine Food Expo 2026 officially opened on Friday at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, drawing in crowds eager to sample a wide range of proudly Filipino food products from across the archipelago.
