Filipino man caught having sex with a cow: ‘Not the first time’, say police
Police have arrested a 46-year-old man after he was allegedly caught having sex with a cow. The man is said to be a resident of Silang in Cavite. The accused was allegedly …
Philippine immigration office took more than three billion pesos in 2014
MANILA – The Bureau of Immigration collected an all-time record in 2014, surpassing the three billion peso mark. BI commissioner Siegfred Mison said the 3.022 billion peso income for 2014 is …
Japan creates “Ninja Council” in bid to boost tourism
A “ninja council” has been set up by mayors and governors from around the country, who ditched their office wear in favour of ninja gear to launch the new initiative, …
21 people injured in fast boat docking accident in Cebu City
At least 21 people were injured in a fast-craft mishap when the boat they were riding slammed into the docks in Cebu City this morning. The boat left Tagbilaran City, Bohol and …
Filipino star nominated for British Olivier Award for role in ‘Miss Saigon’
Filipino Jon Jon Briones is among the Best Actor nominees in this year’s Olivier Awards in the United Kingdom. The award is considered one of the highest honours for the theatre …
Davao Mayor Rodrigo Duterte is university’s outstanding alumnus for 2015
Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte is the 2015 Most Outstanding Alumnus at Lyceum of the Philippines University. Duterte said “his incalculable services, exemplary dedication to duty, and outstanding achievements in positions …
Outrage as Sajid Ampatuan is granted bail by Quezon City court
The Quezon City Regional Trial Court, Branch 221 has ordered the release of Sajid Islam Ampatuan on his petition of bail after posting an agreeable 11.6 million peso bail. The …
Philippine supreme court eases rules on marriage annulment
In a rare move, the Philippine Supreme Court has ruled on relaxing its stance regarding annulments of marriage on the grounds of psychological incapacity. The high court described the ruling, …
Sports car and motorcycles shipped as “used bicycles” seized at Manila port
Surplus shippers, shipping used bicycles into the Philippines have been caught adding in a couple of other items other than bicycles – including a Subaru sports car and several Honda …
Shock as Filipino beheaded in Riyadh for killing his employer
An overseas Filipino worker has been beheaded for a crime he committed in 2007, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The news has stunned the family of Joven Esteva, who did not know he …
Transgender women arrested after allegedly stalking foreigners in Cebu
Two transgender women were arrested in Cebu City after a direct assault, disobedience to a person of authority and obstruction of justice. 18-year-old Jurevel Simeni of Illigan City and 20-year-old …
Is the ‘Quadrofoil’ the future of eco-friendly boating?
The Qudrofoil could be the future of boating, today. The electric powered watercracft looks like something that has leaped off the big screen at a James Bond movie premiere – a …
China and Canada agree to issue 10-year visas to each other’s citizens
China and Canada have moved forward and will grant each other’s citizens visas valid for up to 10 years. The announcement came from Beijing’s Foreign Minister on Sunday, saying that …
Taiwanese ship vanishes in South Atlantic with 13 Filipinos onboard
A Taiwanese ship carrying a total of 49 crew members has vanished in a remote region of the South Atlantic Ocean. The ship did not issue a mayday distress call but …
Food of the Philippines: Chocolate peanut butter French toast
Well this has to be one of the best sweet treats you’ll ever try, a total indulgent chocolate trip of a lifetime – not only do the best of both …
George Clooney’s lawyer wife lays out Gloria Arroyo’s plight to the UN
International human rights lawyer, Amal Alamuddin Clooney has brought the plight of Gloria Macapagal Arroyo to the United Nations Human Rights Council. Alamuddin is the wife of Hollywood superstar George …
Food of the Philippines: Sichuan stir-fried Chinese long beans
I have one favourite food in the Philippines that I simply cannot get enough of – Sichuan Stir-Fried Chinese Long Beans. I’m crazy about them and no matter where I go …
Food of the Philippines: Filipino chicken afritada
Chicken Afritada, also known as Apritadang Manok, is a classic tomato sauce based dish adapted from traditional Spanish cuisine. This dish dates back as far as the 16th Century. The …
Food in the Philippines: Pulled pork and Chinese sausage cuapao
Pulled pork and Chinese sausage cuapao is an amazing little thing to make for parties or get-togethers with family and friends. This recipe serves four and takes about 15 minutes to …
Act 9262: A noble law that’s wide open to abuse – beware
Republic Act #9262 is a tricky and often mis-guided law. Not only is it used in numerous cases against foreigners, it is also used against those who have money, or …
Two rookie cops arrested in Angeles City for extorting American
Two rookie police officers were arrested during an entrapment operation on Thursday for extorting 115,000 pesos from an American. Chief Superintendent Ronald Santos has ordered the dismissal of 25-year-old Hebren Sicat …
Virgin Mary statue ‘sheds tears’, drawing crowds in Sabah, Malaysia
A 33-centimetre statue of Mother Mary which was bought in the Philippines has becomes a major attraction in Sabah after it reportedly started to shed tears. Several visitors have taken …
Man thought endangered Pangolin on his roof was blood-sucking ghoul
An endangered pangolin, otherwise known as a Manis Culionensis, left a Pasay City householder in fear of his life after it found its way onto the roof of his house. Florian …
Philippines warns Korean “mail-order bride” firms they could be prosecuted
The Philippines has warned South Koreans who are running international marriage agencies that they may be subjected to legal punishment. The warning was direct from the Philippines government to Seoul …
1,000 families to be relocated due to coastal erosion in General Santos City
The city Government of General Santos City (GenSan) has decided to relocate the remaining 1,000 families that live along the coastal waterfront area that has shown signs of a massive sinkhole …
Zamboanga nurse arrives from US to testify against Abu Sayyaf leader
Police and military authorities surrounded the Hall of Justice in Zamboanga City on Tuesday during a trial hearing against Abu Sayyaf leaderKhair Mundos. The Zamboanga nurse, Precisosa Feliciano, who was kidnapped in 2008 …