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File photo of Susan Africa (Susan Africa via Facebook) Veteran actress Susan Africa is putting her viral “star for all ubo” image to the test, saying she does not remember having a coughing scene in any teleserye role she played. In a recent statement, Susan said she believes the public’s association of her characters with coughing may be a case of the Mandela Effect, a phenomenon where many people share the same false memory.

Employees serve customers at the first Chipotle fast-food restaurant in northeastern Mexico on its opening day in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Mexico, July 16, 2026.

P1,000 bills turned over to Naga City Leni Robredo's office as posted on her Facebook on July 15, 2026 (leni.robredo via Facebook) Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo shared hat a concerned citizen turned over a substantial amount of cash to her office, after finding it near near a local gasoline station. Robredo said the individual surrendered P1,000 bills that were found near the Quantum Fuel Express.

The Palazzo Senatorio, Rome’s city hall, is located at the Piazza del Campidoglio atop Rome’s Capitoline Hill. (EWTN News/Ishmael Adibuah via CBCP News) Inspired by Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, more than 200 leading academics, innovators, and Nobel laureates signed a declaration in Rome on July 16 calling for responsible AI development and the complete elimination of nuclear weapons.

Promotional material for BTS' "Normal." (Spotify/Release) BTS has released the music video for “NORMAL,” offering fans an intimate portrayal of the seven-member group through quiet, personal moments away from the stage. The music video explores the contrast between public celebrations and the moments that follow after the spotlight fades.

Posters for "Filipiñana" (FDCP,Kino Lorber via Facebook Filipinos online are celebrating Filipino filmmaker Rafael Manuel’s “Filipiñana” as the film prepares for screenings in New York and Los Angeles, with many viewers praising its cinematography, striking frames, and distinct visual style. The film is set to screen in New York on August 28 and Los Angeles on September 4, following its international festival run that includes recognition at major film events.

Smoke was seen from Taal Volcano after a phreatomagmatic eruption at 5:58 a.m. on Dec. 3, 2024. (Photos courtesy of Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council Talisay Batangas) Two weeks ago, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology recorded three distinct, short-lived explosions in less than five minutes at Taal Volcano. The eruption sent a column of ash and steam up to 1.2km into the air. Despite this, it caused little disruption.

Screengrab from a dashcam footage posted by VISOR on its Facebook page as recorded on June 27, 2026 (visor.ph via Facebook) A public utility vehicle (PUV) was caught on dashcam allegedly violating traffic rules after proceeding through a red lighht at an intersection in Metro Manila. Automotive publication VISOR shared the dashcam footage, which is said was recorded on the night of June 27 at an undisclosed area in Metro Manila.

Emma Thomas, Tom Holland, Matt Damon and Christopher Nolan pose on the red carpet during the Mumbai premiere of The Odyssey, in Mumbai, India, July 11, 2026.

Jollibee and BINI, Fogo de Chao's bar, Ube treats from Bo's Coffee, Sorbetes fest from DQ Philippines. (Release) From collectible meal bundles and menu upgrades to ube-inspired beverages, Filipino-inspired desserts and chef-led dining experiences, this week’s food releases offered new products, collaborations and concepts for diners. Here’s a roundup of the latest announcements.