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Oct 21, 2017 AM EDT - Athena

Nobel Prize Winner Called A Porn Star: Who Is Malala Yousafzai?

Malala Yousafzai started studying at Oxford University last week, taking up Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE).

Oct 18, 2017 AM EDT - Athena

Chinese Girl Donates Head For Medical Research: Know More About Lou Tao

Please let me leave quietly, without a trace, just as if I have never been in this world,” she said in her will.

Oct 14, 2017 AM EDT - Athena

Flight 666 To HEL On Friday The 13th: Is The Flight Safe?

Interest about Flight 666 To Hel peaked as it coincided with Friday the 13th.

Oct 14, 2017 AM EDT - Kath Banoey

Donald Trump Continues To Expunge Barack Obama's Policies and Legacy

Donald Trump continues to dig holes in the legacy and policies established during Obama's administration. Why does Barack Obama remain silent about it?

Oct 14, 2017 AM EDT - Carla Grace

Korean Student Falls to Her Death After Posing for Photo; Moments Before her Death Caught on Cam

Hyewon Kim, a South Korean student posed for a selfie but accidentally plunged to her death. Find out more.

Oct 14, 2017 PM EDT - Kath Banoey

Las Vegas Shooting Incident Witness And Timeline Raise Further Questions

A hotel staff narrated what he witnessed during the Las Vegas shooting incident. His testimonies raised further questions and issues regarding the incident.

Oct 12, 2017 AM EDT - Athena

Trump Has 'Lit The Wick Of War' Against North Korea: US Flies Bombers, Special Forces In Training

North Korea’s Foreign Minister Ri Yong Ho stated that US President Donald Trump had "lit the wick of war" against North Korea. In other related developments, a university of Hwaii instructed its students on how to prepare for a nuclear incident.

Oct 09, 2017 AM EDT - Carla Grace

Luhan, Guan Xiaotong Dating; Couple Fakes Relationship to Promote New Drama?

Luhan confirmed his relationship with Guan Xiaotong. But, some say it is just for the sake of promoting their upcoming drama.

Oct 07, 2017 AM EDT - Carla Grace

TWICE Copies BLACKPINK? Netizens Notice Resemblances in the Groups' MVs

Netizens sees similarities between TWICE and BLACKPINK's music videos. Who copies who? Find out more.

Oct 04, 2017 AM EDT - Carla Grace

Lee Dong Wook Steals Spotlight on Paris Fashion Week

All eyes were on Lee Dong Wook as he donned a coordinated outfit from Givenchy's 2018 Summer/Spring collection. Fans cannot help but gush over the actor's look during the Paris Fashion Week. Checkout his stunning look.

Sep 30, 2017 AM EDT - Carla Grace

BLACKPINK Jennie Left Korea for New Zealand; Singer Shares Why

BLACKPINK Jennie detailed why she left her own country for New Zealand.

Sep 27, 2017 AM EDT - Elon A.

End Of The World Update: Sept. 23 Debunked, Now Has A New Date; Will Mark The First Day Of Catastrophe

David Meade made another date for the end of days.

Sep 26, 2017 AM EDT - Elon A.

Pope Francis' Sex Abuse Advisers Will Expand Their Workload; Children Of Priests Will Be Considered

The children of priests will be looked at by Pope Francis' sex abuse advisers.

Sep 23, 2017 AM EDT - John Rosca

'Arya' Now a More Popular Girl's Name Than 'Mary,' 'Diana' in England

"Game of Thrones" has inspired actual baby names, with Arya, Khaleesi, Sansa and Tyrion given as names last year. "Arya" even beats "Mary" and "Diana" in England.

Sep 23, 2017 PM EDT - Carla Grace

Park Hyung Sik to Visit Philippines

"Strong Woman Do Bong Soo" actor Park Hyung SIk is about to visit the Philippines. He will hold a fan meeting where he fans can get to see him up-close.