Former bank manager sentenced for role in $81m Bangladesh bank heist
A Makati court has found a former bank manager guilty of money laundering in relation to one of the world’s biggest ever cyber heists. Maia Santos Deguito, a branch manager …
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Animal rights group claims dog ‘gang raped’ by men in Puerto Princesa
An animal rights group has claimed that a dog was “gang raped” by a group of men in Palawan’s Puerto Princesa City. Strategic Power for Animal Respondents (SPAR) — Philippines …
PAL announces new routes to Asia and Europe with 99-peso seat sale
National carrier PAL is launching new routes from Manila to three Asian destinations and is also looking to increase services to Europe. On March 31, PAL will launch four weekly …
Korean tourist drowns while scuba diving off Panglao Island
A Korean tourist has drowned while scuba diving after getting caught up in strong currents off Panglao Island in Bohol province. Police have today (Tuesday, January 8) identified the victim …
Baby with leukaemia needs help to get lifesaving treatment in USA
The parents of a baby born with a rare form of leukaemia are appealing for help to take him for life-saving treatment in the USA. Maverick Sevrin “Sevy” Co, was …
After missing Christmas twice, veteran’s Filipina wife finally gets UK visa
The Filipina wife of a British Army veteran can finally visit her new family in Scotland after a decision to refuse her a visa was reversed. Jennifer Martin, aged 42, …
Defeated Azkals win hearts with thoughtful locker room gesture
The Azkals may have lost their opening match in the Asian Cup, but they’ve won hearts by leaving their locker room clean and tidy. The team also left a note, …
Battling Azkals hold South Korea to narrowest of victories
The Azkals made South Korea work tirelessly to secure the narrowest of wins in their AFC Asian Cup debut match. Although they were expected to cruise past the tournament newcomers …
US Marines stopped at Manila airport for carrying undeclared ammunition
Three serving US Marines were prevented from flying from Manila to Tokyo after failing to declare a stack of ammunition and magazines. According to GMA News Online, the servicemen were …
Filipina nurse honoured by Queen for role in London Bridge terror attack
A Filipina nurse has been honoured by the Queen in Britain’s New Year Honours List for her service following the London Bridge terror attack. Joy Ongcachuy was decorated alongside 42 …
Fil-Am actor’s rant at immigration officers prompts deportation warning
People who disrespect airport immigration staff face deportation and being blacklisted from the Philippines, immigration chiefs have warned. “While our immigration officers have been instructed to observe maximum tolerance, it …
Town mayor denies ordering assassination of Bicol congressman
A town mayor has denied ordering the assassination of a Bicol congressman, claiming that he is just a “convenient scapegoat” for the killing. Daraga Mayor Carlwyn Baldo today (Thursday, January …
Scores of registered sex offenders barred from the Philippines in 2018
A total of 145 registered sex offenders were denied entry into the Philippines last year, the Bureau of Immigration has revealed. According to BI spokeswoman Dana Sandoval today (Thursday, December …
Murdered American woman to be cremated in the Philippines
The family of murdered American Tomi Michelle Masters have decided have her remains cremated in the Philippines. Mandaluyong City Police chief Senior Superintendent Moises Villaceran said today (Thursday, December 3) …
Dutchman held by Abu Sayyaf since 2012 is still alive, says former hostage
A Dutchman who has been in the hands of Abu Sayyaf terrorists since 2012 is still alive, a recently released captive has confirmed. Jelster Ed ‘Jed’ Tiu Quimbo, aged 28, …
Immigration chiefs urge foreign residents to beat rush and register early
Foreign residents of the Philippines have been urged to register with the Bureau of Immigration before the busy deadline day of March 1. BI Commissioner Jaime Morente said the annual …
UK and Australia warn of terror threat after Cotabato City mall bombing
The UK and Australia have warned against travelling to Mindanao after the New Year’s Eve shopping mall bombing in Cotabato City. The attack — that killed two people and left …
Northern Samar calls for emergency aid amid worst floods for 30 years
Northern Samar has called for emergency assistance as the province grapples with the worst flooding it has experienced for 30 years. Speaking today (Tuesday, January 1), Vice Governor Gary Lavin …
Spanish man arrested in Makati for drunken wrecking spree and assault
A Spanish man has been arrested for damaging a car and assaulting a security guard in a Makati City parking lot early on New Year’s Day. The Makati City Police …
Henry Sy again tops Forbes list of Filipino billionaires by huge margin
Henry Sy has retained his unassailable position at the head of Forbes magazine’s annual list of the Top 10 richest people in the Philippines. Despite some tough challenges in the …
More than 3,500 foreigners barred from entering the Philippines in 2018
Immigration chiefs have said that more than 3,500 foreign visitors to the Philippines were barred from entering the country in 2018. In a report to Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente today …
Plant that led to Swiss man’s drug arrest was not marijuana, police admit
A Swiss man arrested in Panglao for possessing drugs has been released after a plant on his windowsill was found not to be marijuana. Maik Kruesi, aged 32, was detained …
At least two dead as bombers target busy shopping mall in Cotabato City
Suspected Muslim militants have detonated a bomb outside a busy mall in Cotabato City, killing at least two and wounding more than 30. The bomb at the South Seas Mall …
Darna star Liza Soberano loses top spot as world’s ‘most beautiful face’
Filipina actress Liza Soberano has slipped from first place to number four in this year’s ‘100 Most Beautiful Faces in the World’ list. The 20-year-old was the highest placed Filipina …
At least 50 dead as Tropical Depression Usman brings landslides, floods
Landslides and flooding in the wake of Tropical Depression Usman has has have left at least 50 people dead in the Bicol region. As of 5pm today (Sunday, December 30), …
Duterte calls doctrine of Holy Trinity ‘silly’ and Jesus Christ ‘unimpressive’
President has launched a fresh tirade against the Catholic Church, mocking the Holy Trinity as “silly” and Jesus as “unimpressive”. In a speech in Kidapawan City, Cotabato, today (Saturday, December 29) …