Filipino pole vault star EJ Obiena enjoys a rare Christmas at home after 8 years abroad for training. He reflects on his 2025 SEA Games gold and triumphant season despite injury. Read his inspiring story.
Filipino soldiers guarding the West Philippine Sea received Christmas packages in a critical resupply mission. Read how the nation honors its frontline defenders.
Archbishop Gilbert Garcera, CBCP President, urges Filipinos to seek unity with God and each other this Christmas amid recent divisive issues. Read his hopeful message for 2026.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle's Christmas message to overseas Filipinos emphasizes their dual role as workers and witnesses of faith. Read his inspiring words.
From the Grinch to Kevin McCallister, revisit the iconic characters who defined our holiday spirit. A nostalgic look at the lessons they taught us about kindness, family, and belief. Rediscover the magic of a simpler Christmas.
SunStar Davao asked local children what they want for Christmas. Their answers reveal a focus on health, family, and simple joys over material gifts. Discover their touching perspectives.
Davao City's 2025 holiday spirit shines through Giving Machines at Abreeza Mall and free jeepney rides, supporting local charities. Discover how Dabawenyos are making Christmas meaningful.
Take a nostalgic trip back to Christmas 2014, the last time the holiday fell on a Thursday. Relive the hits, movies, and Filipino traditions that made it special. Discover what made that season so memorable!
Soaring food prices force many Filipino families to slash their Noche Buena budget to just P500 this year. Students share how simple dishes and family bonding keep the Christmas spirit alive.
In Cebu, the festive glow of Fuente Osmeña's tree masks a harsh reality for families like the Abellanas. As inflation bites and disaster victims rebuild, Christmas becomes a season of survival. Read how Cebuanos are finding hope.
Health experts share mindful eating and lifestyle strategies for Filipinos with diabetes to enjoy Christmas and New Year celebrations while maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
At 76, Davao artist Rosita 'Nene' Te Albania preserves the heartfelt tradition of Christmas through hand-painted postcards. Discover her journey from drawing on cigarette boxes to creating treasured holiday memories.
Thousands of Catholic devotees in Cebu attended the traditional Misa de Gallo dawn masses, a vibrant display of faith and Filipino culture ahead of Christmas. Read more about the celebrations.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. welcomed 400 OFWs and families to Malacañan Palace for the 'Tara sa Palasyo' Christmas event, celebrating their sacrifices and calling them the nation's modern heroes.
Discover how Cebu's Janet Gordola and local artists embody the Christmas spirit, turning typhoon damage into symbols of hope. Join the special Beyond the Headlines edition.
Thousands of Catholic faithful in Cebu gathered before sunrise for Misa de Gallo, filling churches and spilling outside. The tradition continues at Carbon Market for workers. Read more.
Rising food prices force Filipino families to rethink Noche Buena with budgets as low as P500. Students share how to celebrate meaningfully. Discover affordable holiday strategies.
Visa Philippines reports an 8% annual growth in Filipino Christmas spending, with December 23 as the peak day. Discover the spending trends and top tourist origins. Read more for insights.
NUSTAR Resort Cebu ushers in Christmas with its 'Pearl of the Holiday Season' tree lighting. The event featured charity, festive dining, and a grand New Year's countdown. Book your holiday experience now!
Explore the unwritten codes of Filipino social conduct, from respecting queues to giving up seats. Learn how these silent norms foster respect and community in everyday life.
Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines transforms over 30 sites nationwide into beacons of hope with handcrafted, eco-friendly Christmas decorations. See how they celebrate Filipino spirit.
Senator Bam Aquino calls for urgent action to address the severe lack of support for over 5 million Filipino children with disabilities, highlighting gaps in education and funding.
Discover how a Capiz parol maker in Basak and Cebu artists transform typhoon damage into symbols of hope. Tune in to witness stories that redefine the Christmas spirit.
Discover the psychological and biological reasons why Christmas lights and traditions lift our spirits. Learn how light, nostalgia, and community create holiday cheer.
In Cebu, a parol maker keeps her craft alive and artists transform typhoon-damaged roofs into a glowing Christmas tree. Discover stories of resilience that redefine the holiday spirit. Tune in to Beyond the Headlines.
Over 300 Angeles City residents received gifts in the 'WE KEN' Wish Ko Lang Christmas Edition 2025. Sponsor Kenneth Lansang vows more aid for the marginalized. Read the heartwarming story.
More than 300 Filipino workers in Cambodia and Thailand are displaced due to renewed border clashes. The DMW confirms their safety in evacuation centers. Learn the latest updates.
Jollibee launches its biggest holiday campaign, 'Buo ang Saya ng Pasko,' with 300 Joyful Christmas Stores, a touching film, and treats for Simbang Gabi churchgoers and students. Discover the new bundles and the message of togetherness.
Caja Kitchen Cebu invites you to a festive P799 Christmas buffet on Dec 24 & 25. Enjoy lunch or dinner with family. Book now for a memorable holiday feast!
Metro Cebu faces severe holiday gridlock with up to 100,000 vehicles. Authorities clear roads and adjust schedules for Misa de Gallo. Plan your trips wisely.