Why whale sharks gather at only a few specific places in the world
The whale shark is the largest fish in the world, but much of its lifecycle remains shrouded in mystery. These gentle giants gather in just a handful of places around …
Vehicle licence plates finally being distributed after years of delay
The Land Transportation Office has finally started distributing vehicle licence plates after years of backlogs. Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade said today (Thursday, July 5) that the distribution covers vehicles registered …
PAL boss has doubts over plan to reopen Subic Airport to passengers
The boss of Philippine Airlines has expressed doubts over a plan to reopen Subic Airport to passengers. Jaime Bautista, the president and COO of the national carrier, said: “For passenger …
American missionary arrives home after expulsion from Philippines
An American missionary has returned home after the Philippine government ordered him to leave for overstaying and engaging in political activities. Adam Thomas Shaw was one of three foreign missionaries …
Work permits for foreigners on Boracay suspended during closure
The issuing of ‘alien employment permits’ to foreign nationals working on Boracay Island has been suspended. Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello said the temporary suspension included both new applications and extensions …
Pompeo off to North Korea amid doubts over denuclearisation pledge
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is preparing for a visit to North Korea amid mounting doubts over Pyongyang’s denuclearisation pledge. Announcing Thursday’s visit yesterday (Monday, July 2), White House …
Brawl breaks out during Philippines v Australia Basketball World Cup game
Punches, kicks and chairs were thrown as a mass brawl broke out between players in a Philippines v Australia World Basketball Cup game. The Philippines ended the game with just …
Another day, another Philippine city mayor gunned down
Just a day after a city mayor was shot dead by a sniper, another Philippine local politician has been gunned down. Motorcycle-riding gunmen today (Tuesday, July 3) assassinated Ferdinand Bote, …
Duterte in favour of same-sex civil unions, but not gay marriage
President Duterte is in favour of same-sex civil union but not gay marriage, his spokesman has announced. Harry Roque made the remark today (Monday, July 2) after a recent Social …
Controversial mayor shot by sniper while singing national anthem
A mayor who paraded suspected drug dealers through the streets of his city has been shot dead by a sniper while singing the national anthem. Mayor Antonio Cando Halili was …
PAL announces host of new domestic services for Clark Airport
Philippines Airlines has announced the opening of four new domestic routes out of Clark Airport. The new destinations – Siargao, San Vicente (Palawan), Cauayan (Isabela) and San Jose (Mindoro) – …
US Navy veteran and Australian arrested in Angeles City drug raid
A US Navy veteran was arrested for drug dealing in Angeles City alongside an Australian alleged to have been a customer. Gary Timothy Lamb, aged 56, was the subject of …
Filipino-American US Navy crewmen lead rescue of distressed fishermen
The guided missile destroyer USS Mustin stopped to rescue two Filipino fishermen who were stranded aboard a broken-down boat. The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer was conducting a routine patrol near Subic …
Taiwan extends visa-free travel for Filipinos for another year
Taiwan has extended visa-free privileges to Filipino visitors for another year until July 31, 2019. The waiver has also been extended to travellers from Thailand and Brunei, Minister without Portfolio …
Xi to Mattis: China won’t give up ‘any inch of territory’ in Pacific
China will not give up “any inch of territory” in the Pacific, President Xi Jinping told US Defense Secretary James Mattis during a visit to Beijing. According to a report …
Davao-Kuala Lumpur flights suspended due to lack of Halal eateries
Air Asia is suspending its Davao to Kuala Lumpur service, blaming a lack of Muslim-friendly Halal eateries in the southern city. The four times weekly direct service, which was launched …
Chinese woman rescued off Philippine coast was trying to swim home
The Philippine Coast Guard rescued a Chinese woman off the north coast of Luzon who was attempting to swim home. Eighteen-year-old Xiong Won Jing had quit her job at the …
Family of six cops killed by Army ‘friendly fire’ demand justice
The family members of the six cops killed after being mistaken for rebels want the soldiers involved to face charges. Six police officers were killed and nine wounded in the …
Duterte: Insulting God just pushing boundaries of offensive speech
President Duterte said he was just pushing the limits of what he can say in public after he called God a “stupid son-of-a-bitch”. Speaking before newly-elected Western Mindanao barangay chairpersons …
Game changer: New Solaire resort coming to Quezon City
For a while now, the city of Manila has been providing an entirely different reason for people to visit the Philippines. Typically, people have visited to enjoy the natural beauty …
Duterte doubles down on ‘stupid’ God, taking swipe at Last Supper
President Duterte has hit back over criticism of a recent speech in which he called the God of the Old Testament a “stupid son-of-a-bitch“. Speaking today (Monday, June 25) he …
Cebu mother offered to ‘do it all’ when live-streaming child sex abuse
A young mother from Cordova, Cebu, has been arrested after offering to live-stream the sexual abuse of children in exchange for 3,000 pesos. Speaking to an investigator posing as a …
Police probe fatal shooting of Canadian retiree in Batangas City
Gunmen shot and killed a Canadian man and wounded his Filipino wife in an attack in Batangas City. Barry Thomas Gammon, aged 56, and his wife Luzviminda Comia Gammon, 45, were …
Russian father and son arrested for selling ecstasy in Angeles City
A Russian father and son have been arrested in Angeles City on suspicion of selling ecstasy on Fields Avenue. Joint operatives of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and Intelligence …
Timeless beauty: Twelve historic photos of charming Filipinas
Since the earliest days of photography, visitors to the Philippines have been keen to capture the country’s stunning landscapes, vibrant village life and, of course, the grace and beauty of …
Duterte lashes out at God, calling him a ‘stupid son-of-a-bitch’
President Duterte has lashed out at God himself, calling him a “stupid son-of-a-bitch“ for allowing the concept of original sin. Speaking yesterday (Friday, June 22) the president began by retelling …