The commander of the US Navy’s longest serving submarine was relieved of his duties after he hired prostitutes in Subic Bay. Captain Travis Zettel commanded the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS …
Claims that a past producer of Philippine passports stole applicants’ data after its contract was terminated are to be investigated. The National Privacy Commission yesterday (Saturday, January 12) said it …
Checkpoints will be established in strategic places across the Philippines as the election period for the May 13 midterm polls gets underway. James Jimenez, spokesman for the polling authority Comelec, …
Police on Bohol have urged people not to spread a false rumour that the Abu Sayyaf terror group were preparing an attack on the island. Ricky Remata, of Inabanga police, …
China’s star striker Wu Lei fired home a world-class double to end the Azkals Asian Cup dream with a 3-0 defeat. The clear result came despite spirited early resistance from …
Puerto Princesa’s chief vet has warned of the dangers of sex with animals following the alleged “gang rape” of a dog in the city. As we reported on Thursday (January …
A British man and his Filipina girlfriend have been arrested after 70 marijuana plants worth five million pesos were found in their Subic apartment. Senior Superintendent Felix Verbo, director of …
Budget carrier Cebu Pacific has announced a two-day seat sale alongside new rules for baggage allowance. On its website today (Thursday, January 10) the airline said that fares will start …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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) …
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, …
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 …
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 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 …