DNA test confirms death of Abu Dhar, Islamic State’s Southeast Asian boss
The Philippine Armed Forces have confirmed the death of Abu Dhar, the Islamic State’s lead representative — or ‘emir’ — in Southeast Asia. A DNA sample taken from the body …
Manila van driver dumps trash from window… German cyclist hands it back
A German living in Manila pursued a van on his bicycle to return a plastic bag of rubbish that had been dumped onto the street. Frank Schuengel, an e-commerce executive, …
Foreigners assured of safety in Philippines despite US kidnap warning
The police have assured visitors to the Philippines of their safety following a kidnap warning issued by the US State Department this week. Philippine National Police (PNP) spokesman Colonel Bernard …
Tourist haven Palawan to become three separate provinces
President Duterte has signed a law dividing the popular tourist destination of Palawan into three distinct and independent provinces. Under Republic Act 11259, the province is now divided into Palawan …
Angeles City computer technician gets life for role in online child abuse den
A computer technician from Angeles City has been sentenced to life imprisonment for assisting in the online sexual abuse of children. Judge Katrina Nora Buan-Factora of the Angeles City Regional …
Health chief’s words of wisdom: Wash your nails before being crucified!
The Department of Health has urged those planning to have themselves crucified this Easter to make sure their whips and nails are clean and sterilised. In a radio interview today …
American wins growing support in Davao for cleaning up the city’s streets
An American living in Davao has attracted a growing following after rolling up his sleeves to clean up his neighbourhood streets. Frustrated with the inaction of local officials, Darrell Blatchley …
British pensioner jailed for online sex abuse of girls in the Philippines
A British pensioner who paid to watch underage girls in the Philippines being sexually abused online has been sentenced to prison. Peter Booth was jailed for seven years and four …
Twelve Abu Sayyaf terrorists killed in series of clashes on Sulu Island
Twelve Abu Sayyaf were killed and five soldiers wounded as government forces continue to battle the terror group on the island of Sulu. Colonel Gerry Besana, Western Mindanao Command information …
How much evidence is enough to declare new species of human?
The announcement of a new species of ancient human (more correctly hominin) from the Philippines, reported today in Nature, will cause a lot of head-shaking among anthropologists and archaeologists. Some …
Lebanese man, 86, arrested for sexually abusing children in Tagbiliran City
An 86-year-old Lebanese man and his driver have been arrested in Tagbiliran City, Bohol, on suspicion of sexually abusing children. NBI-Bohol Director Rennan Augustus Oliva has identified the suspects as …
Man wanted for rape in Alaska to be deported after arrest in Angeles City
The Bureau of Immigration is preparing to deport an American arrested in Angeles City who is wanted for rape by authorities in Alaska. Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente said today (Thursday, …
British woman is latest tourist to report attempted rape in El Nido this year
A British woman has reported an attempted rape in El Nido — the third such case in the Palawan resort town so far this year. The English tourist, aged 29, …
New suspect in Christine Silawan murder ‘inspired’ by Momo Challenge
The new suspect in the murder of 16-year-old Christine Silawan claims he was inspired by the online Momo Challenge when he cut off her face with scissors. Renato Llenes, aged …
How To Marry In The USA – Requirements and Process
To get married in the United States, you need to fulfil requirements and abide by the legal process. There’s nothing more frustrating than failure to marry on American soil just …
Pregnant mother from Cebu offered to sexually abuse daughter, aged six
A young mother from Cebu offered to sexually abuse her six-year-old daughter and livestream the act online in exchange for money. The pregnant 22-year-old was also caught offering two of …
President Duterte’s satisfaction rating bounces back to personal high
President Duterte’s satisfaction rating rose in March, matching his personal high last recorded in June 2017, a nationwide survey has found. The results of the recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) …
Nine of the most beautiful smaller islands to visit in the Philippines
Did you know there are more than 7,000 islands in the Philippines? So there is no doubt that the country is the place to go if you are thinking of …
Terrorist tagged in deadly Jolo Cathedral bombing killed in firefight
A terrorist believed to be involved in the bombing of Jolo Cathedral was one of two Abu Sayyaf militants killed on Sulu Island. The military today (Tuesday, April 9) reported …
The Magnificent Seven unique foods you must try in the Philippines
The cuisine of the Philippines, rightly, or wrongly gets a bad rap, and to say it is hardly taking over the world is an understatement. Whether this is fair or …
Women’s group to President Duterte: Keep your genitals out of politics!
A women’s group has reminded President Duterte that his “genitals are irrelevant” to the upcoming election after he boasted about his penis. Addressing a campaign rally in Puerto Princesa, the …
EU delegation announces activities for annual Viva Europa cultural season
The EU’s delegation to the Philippines has announced a wide range of activities focused on children for its annual cultural season, Viva Europa. “It will give disadvantaged children the opportunity …
Yet more cocaine blocks found floating off Philippine eastern seaboard
Yet more cocaine blocks — worth an estimated 212 million pesos — have been recovered from waters off the east coast of the Philippines. Fishermen recovered at least 40 bricks …
Sydney father ‘gassed family’ after affair with Filipina, 17, discovered by wife
An Austalian father gassed himself and his family after his wife discovered his affair with a 17-year-old Filipina and demanded a divorce. Maria Lutz, aged 43, Fernando Manrique, 44, and their children …
Suspended immigration staff ‘dropped president’s name’ to extort Koreans
The Bureau of Immigration has suspended ten members of staff for allegedly extorting 9.2 million pesos from a group of arrested Koreans. Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra issued the suspension order …
A brief guide to luxury accommodation in Nikko, Japan
Everyone likes to get out and explore, for those of us that get out more often budget travel is normally the way to go. That means hostels, no AC and …