Rappler

Rappler is an internationally acclaimed independent news network in the Philippines co founded by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa. Known for its fearless investigative reporting and commitment to truth it stands as one of the most credible and influential digital media outlets in Southeast Asia.

Rappler's Articles

Ask Me Anything with ICC spokesperson Oriane Maillet

DUTERTE AT ICC. Former president Rodrigo Duterte during his first appearance before the International Criminal Court on March 14, 2025.

2026/02/18

Sara Duterte announces 2028 presidential bid

The announcement follows the House's expected launch of new impeachment proceedings against her, casting uncertainty over her eligibility for office in 2028

2026/02/18

Mississippi holds hearing on xAI data center amid environmental lawsuit threat

The Southern Environmental Law Center claims that a planned gas-fired power plant set to power xAI's Colossus II data center will be the largest new source of pollution

2026/02/18

Europe squares up to Big Tech, risking ire of Washington

European nations intensify scrutiny on social media giants like Meta, X, and TikTok over child safety concerns, risking tensions with the US as they push for stricter

2026/02/18

Prominent Angolan journalist targeted with Predator spyware

The spyware took over the journalist's phone after he clicked a link on a WhatsApp message, which allegedly came from students asking his opinion for a project

2026/02/18

California builds AI oversight unit, presses on xAI investigation

XAI AND GROK. xAI and X logos are seen in this illustration taken, March 28, 2025.

2026/02/18

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Trump exerting undue pressure on him

TALKS. Oman's Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi meets with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and US President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner

2026/02/18

US envoys juggle 2 crisis talks, raising questions about prospects for success

'Trump seems more focused on quantity over quality instead of the difficult detailed work of diplomacy,' says Brett Bruen, a foreign policy adviser in the Obama

2026/02/18

COA affirms ex-Nueva Ecija town mayor liable for negligence in municipal hall fire

'The surrounding circumstances before and after the fire would prove the negligence of Mayor [Arvin] Salonga in providing safety measures to protect the properties

2026/02/18