England icon Butcher named as new coach for the Philippine Azkals
Terry Butcher — the England defender who became a football icon after playing through a World Cup match drenched in blood — is to be the new coach of the …
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Expert fugitive Tito reveals how to ‘disappear’ in the Philippines
Famous American author Dan Tito Davis talks about spending 13 years on the run from US federal law enforcement spoke to PLN during a recent visit to Manila. With his …
IKEA coming to the Philippines with first store in Manila’s SM Mall
After years of rumours and false starts, it has been confirmed that Ikea is setting up shop in the Philippines. The Swedish furniture company has chosen Manila’s SM’s Mall of …
Director of Netflix drug war series defends Duterte’s crackdown
The director of a new Netflix series about President Duterte’s war on drugs has defended the crackdown as “necessary”. Award-winning film-maker Brillante Mendoza said he hoped his series would show …
Senator Pacquiao confirms return to ring for world title fight
Manny Pacquiao has said he “can’t wait” for a title fight against Argentinian Lucas Matthysse in Kuala Lumpur this July. Announcing the bout on Twitter, boxing promoter Oscar De La …
Azkals make history with first ever qualification for Asian Cup
The Philippines made football history have made football history after qualifying for the AFC Asian Cup for the first time ever. Phil Younghusband sealed the 2-1 victory against Tajikistan with …
New water park in Clark billed as biggest in Southeast Asia
A new water theme park — billed as the biggest in Southeast Asia — has opened in Clark, Pampanga. Aqua Planet features more than 38 water slides and attractions within …
Philippine senator aims to make adoption less ‘complex and tedious’
Adopting children in the Philippines could soon become a simpler process if a senator’s proposals are passed. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has welcomed a plan by …
Comic book legend, Marvel’s Stan Lee, is coming to Manila
Comic book legend, Marvel’s Stan Lee, is coming to Manila for the ComicCon Asia 2018. The man behind such superheroes as The Incredible Hulk, Spiderman and The Fantastic Four is …
Shakey’s Pizza to open 20 new outlets across the Philippines
Pizza chain Shakey‘s is planning to open 20 new restaurants in the Philippines this year, bringing its total network to 228. “We will continue to take advantage of the positive …
Baguio housewives weaving cash from junk food wrappers
Who would have thought that products made of junk food wrappers could become a valuable commodity on the export market? Here in Baguio, some housewives are skillfully weaving junk food …
Filipina actress named as having the world’s most beautiful face
A Filipino-American actress — best known for playing super-heroine Darna — has been voted as having the world’s most beautiful face. Liza Soberano topped the list of 100 beauties compiled …
Falling stars to light up the night sky of the Philippines this month
Wishes could come true this months, with a dazzling display of falling stars filling the night skies of the Philippines. The celestial light show will appear to emanate from the …
Help John spread some festive cheer this Christmas
An Englishman living in Taytay, Rizal, is preparing to spread some festive cheer this Christmas. For several years John Flanagan, aged 66, has freely given his time and money to …
Sweet dreams: Three of the best mattresses made in the Philippines
A good night’s sleep is essential for mind and body, and a mattress is what makes a restful night possible. But finding a great mattress in the Philippines can be …
Argentinian beef to be welcome arrival on Philippine menus
Delicious Argentinian beef will be on the menu after Philippine authorities agreed to allow imports. Three companies from the country have received accreditation from the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS), …
British-Filipino boxer John Marvin becomes overnight celebrity after 21-second victory
A British-Filipino boxer has become an overnight celebrity — and heart-throb — after winning a gold in the Southeast Asian Games in just 21 seconds. John Marvin, a light heavyweight who …
Want to work in the Philippines? Your first job is the paperwork…
So, you want to work in the Philippines? There are plenty of opportunities for gainful employment here, but whatever you’re planning to do, your first job is to get yourself …
Six of the best AirBnBs in Palawan: From ultra budget to ultra luxury
It seems that the natural hospitality of Filipino culture has found a perfect match with AirBnB, which is booming across these islands. Every day new properties are added, ranging from …
More than 20 years on from “mad cow disease”, British beef returns to Philippines
Succulent, grass-fed British beef will be back on the menu in the Philippines following a £34 million export deal. Market access for beef was withdrawn in 1996 due to concerns …
New book reveals the 50 best dive spots in the Philippines
A photojournalist has taken the plunge and published a guide to the 50 best dive sites in the Philippines. Tim Rock’s The 50 Best Dives in the Philippines, The Ultimate …
The Asuncion family: Exhibition celebrates legacy of remarkable artistic clan
An art exhibition in Makati celebrates the legacy of a remarkable artistic clan of the 19th Century. Works by the Asuncion brothers — Justiniano, Leoncio, and Mariano — will be on …
Insider knowledge: The best loyalty card schemes of the Philippines
Everybody loves a bargain, and in the Philippines many people have made a fine art of saving a peso here, and a centavo there. In particular, store loyalty cards are …
A view to the future: How Airbnb is a real game-changer in the Philippines
Let’s be perfectly honest — hotels in the Philippines are not always that good, to say the least. Of course, at the top end there are many amazing places, but …
Confessions of a tour guide: It’s a pig of a job!
Running stag tours in the Philippines has led me to realise that whatever problems the country has, there are at least three things it has in abundance — beautiful woman, …
Confessions of a tour guide: A wild, weird farewell to bachelor life
What happens on a stag tour should always stay on tour, and such is the motto of party organisers GNTours. However, the events that recently unfolded in Manila just had to …