6 out of 10 Filipino Adults Are at Risk of Osteoporosis Anlene Sounds the Alarm on the Silent Health Crisis

Manila, Philippines, October 2025—Alarming new data from bone scans conducted by Anlene between 2024 and 2025 reveal a silent health crisis among Filipinos. Out of more than 80,000 Filipinos who took part in the initiative, a shocking 6 out of 10...

Medal of Honor Monday: Capt. Francis B. Wai – From UCLA Athlete to Battlefield Leader

Early Life: A Chinese-Hawaiian Spark Born on April 14, 1917, in Honolulu, Territory of Hawaiʻi, Francis Brown Wai was the product of two worlds: his father, Kim Wai, had immigrated from China and become a banker/property man, and his mother,...

Inday Barretto calls out Raymart Santiago of abuse toward Claudine Barretto

Jan Milo Severo - Philstar.com October 20, 2025 | 6:15pm MANILA, Philippines — Claudine Barretto’s mother, Inday, accused Raymart Santiago of physically and emotionally hurting her daughter. In an interview with Ogie Diaz on his YouTube channel,...

MG brings the future of motoring to Mindanao

​The three-day exhibit and test drive event showcased MG's cutting-edge electrified portfolio, headlined by four of the brand's most innovative models: ​MG Cyberster: The stunning, all-electric roadster that marks MG’s return to its sports car...

Marcos, Isko explore closer work on Manila projects

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday sat down with Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso in Malacañang to explore closer coordination on infrastructure, urban renewal, and social service efforts in the capital. The meeting...

Manila says Chinese forces harassed patrol plane near Scarborough Shoal

By Kenneth Christiane L. Basilio, Reporter CHINESE FORCES harassed a Philippine maritime patrol aircraft near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, Manila’s coast guard said late on Wednesday, in the latest flare-up of tensions...

China Deploys Buoys, Security Officers to Scarborough Shoal Amid Philippine Drills

Chinese forces deployed maritime security officers, fighter jets and new buoys to Scarborough Shoal on Oct. 17, 2025. Philippine Coast Guard graphic Chinese forces deployed maritime security officers, fighter jets and new buoys to Scarborough...

"Did Darvin Ham pick the starting lineup?": Lakers fans outraged after JJ Redick picks $33,000,000 guard over Jarred Vanderbilt in starting lineup

JJ Redick has revealed the LA Lakers’ starting lineup for the regular season opener, with LeBron James sidelined due to right-side sciatica, an issue he has been dealing with since July that also kept him out of training camp. The Lakers announced...

Palace open to broader powers for ICI

Helen Flores - The Philippine Star October 21, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang yesterday welcomed calls from business groups to expand the powers of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), which is investigating...

Inside the Shell NSAC Journey That Transforms Young Filipino Artists

Shell NSAC remains a platform empowering young Filipinos to turn passion into progress through the power of art Manila, Philippines. October 2025 — Now in its 58th year, the Shell National Students Art Competition (NSAC) has stood as one of the...

Tabuena, Quiban lead Filipino charge vs. world-class rivals at Sta. Elena

Ten of the Philippines’ finest golfers are set to showcase their talent and national pride against a star-studded international field at the inaugural International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus, happening from October 23 to 26 at the...

Malaysia says multilateral power deal delayed by Thai politics, renewal expected next month

KUALA LUMPUR: Thailand has delayed renewing a Southeast Asian multilateral power trade deal due to local political changes, Malaysia’s energy minister said on Friday (Oct 17). The Lao PDR-Thailand-Malaysia-Singapore (LTMS) Project to supply...

Biado powers Team Asia to 4–0 start in Reyes Cup

The Carlo Biado-led defending champion Team Asia stamped its dominance early, sweeping all four matches to take a commanding 4–0 lead over the newly formed Team Rest of the World on Thursday evening as the 2025 LiveSB.io Reyes Cup got underway at...

Game changer: Philippines to accept Google & Apple Pay

In September, Aqwire announced it would support Google Pay and Apple Pay for cross-border payments — meaning a payer abroad can use those familiar digital wallets to pay invoices or send money through the Aqwire portal. The integration leans on...

Meralco Bolts shift focus to East Asia Super League

SUCCESSFUL in hurdling their killer schedule in the PBA, the Meralco Bolts quickly shifted their focus to kicking off their East Asia Super League (EASL)campaign on a bright note. A day after beating Magnolia, 78-76, to make it three-of-three in...

Perez named OIC of PH space agency

Photo from Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) Malacañang has designated Dr. Gay Jane Perez as the officer-in-charge of the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), replacing founding PhilSA director general Dr. Joel Joseph Marciano Jr., who resigned in...

Philippines takes center stage at Frankfurt Book Fair

THE Philippines is taking center stage at the 2025 Frankfurt Book Fair, which started on Wednesday, as the country is this year’s guest of honor. Sen. Loren Legarda, who is the driving force of the country’s guest of honor responsibilities,...

Philippines faces skill gap as green economy push gains pace

By Patricia B. Mirasol, Multimedia Producer BUSINESSES and policymakers face a widening gap between the demand for skilled labor and the workforce’s readiness to fill green jobs, as the Philippines accelerates its transition to a green economy....

Equal Marriage, Unequal Rights: Cross-Border Couples Fighting for Inclusion

October is Pride Month in Taiwan — a chance to celebrate the island’s progress in equal rights. But legal inequalities remain and often disproportionately affect couples with a non-Taiwanese partner. BY DINAH GARDNER AND CARINA ROTHER For a...

6,000 suppliers flagged due to lack of ownership report

THE Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said about 6,000 government suppliers with a platinum status risk suspension over non-submission of their beneficial ownership reports to the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System...