Taguig City restaurant makes CNN Travel wish list for 2015
The Black Sheep in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig was the lone recipient on a CNN Travel article titled “Restaurant Wish List: 15 Global Eateries We’re Dying to Try in 2015.” …
Forbes Magazine names the Philippines as one of the best places to retire
Forbes Magazine has done it again, listing the Philippines as the 23rd best country to retire in. Coming in at number #24 and #25 are close neighbours of the Philippines, Cambodia …
Food of the Philippines: Prawn-stuffed devilled eggs
These shrimp stuffed devilled eggs are easy to put together and take just a little more time than other similar recipes. The extra time is due to the onion and …
On this day, January 16, 2014: Stubborn Japanese soldier Hiroo Onoda dies
On this day in history one of the famous Japanese soldiers of all times passed away. Hiroo Onoda died from pneumonia complications in Tokyo, Japan on January 16, 2014. Renowned as …
Davao mayor Duterte tells bureau of immigration to stop harassing foreigners
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) in Davao City has been warned by Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, to stop harassing foreigners. The major issued the warning following numerous complaints from Indian medical students …
Magazine says Manila is second best place in the world for coffee lovers
Matador Network online magazine has named Manila in its article “11 of the world’s best cities for coffee lovers,” where Manila was ranked number two. The article said: “Third wave coffee …
Filipino couple awarded Queen’s Service Medal by New Zealand
A couple from Cebu City has received the Queen’s Service Medal in the New Year’s Honours List for their services to the Filipino community in New Zealand. Oscar Poquinto Batucan and …
Your complete guide to the Sinulog Festival 2015
One of the grandest celebrations of the Philippines is happening now – the Sinulog Festival of Cebu City. This annual cultural and religious celebration commemorates the Filipinos’ acceptance of Christianity …
American and Filipina girlfriend hog-tied and stabbed to death in Angeles City
66-Year-Old Robin Potter and his live-in partner have been found dead in their Angeles City apartment. Police said the victims had been hog-tied and stabbed to death. The two had apparently been dead for …
Hospital fires Filipino nurse for offensive rants against Singaporeans
A Filipino nurse who had been in the news for his online rants against Singaporeans has been fired. Tan Tock Seng Hospital said the decision to fire Ello Ed Mundsel …
This day in history: January 13, 1642, Abel Tasman discovers New Zealand
In Tasman’s only attempt to make landfall, several of his crew were killed by warriors from the South Island Tribe. The clash apparently happened because the trumpeting of the Europeans’ horns …
Samar couple featured in Time Magazine for leadership after Typhoon Haiyan
An American and Filipina husband and wife have been featured in Time Magazine for their efforts during typhoon Yolanda. The feature in Time’s latest Asia edition shows Timothy and Josephine …
Forgotten Eagles: Mexican American heroes who helped liberate Philippines
A documentary about “The Forgotten Eagles” details the little-known history of the Aztec Eagle Fighter Squadron, which was created by Franklin Roosevelt and Mexican President Manuel Avila Camacho. These bilingual aviators and …
Children of foreigners married to Filipinos can now get permanent residence
The Philippines Bureau of Immigration (BI) has passed a new bill that says children of foreigners who are married to a Filipino may now be granted permanent residence under Section 13a of …
Food of the Philippines: Creamy rich mushroom chowder recipe
This creamy Rich Mushroom Chowder will be a big hit with Filipino families, and is easy to make with local ingredients. Feel free to experiment with this recipe: INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon …
Food of the Philippines: Tropical mango pineapple salsa recipe
With mangoes so abundant, affordable and delicious across the Philippines, here’s a dish that makes the tango fruit the undisputed star of the show. Want to spice up a party …
Food of the Philippines: Bread pudding with vanilla cream sauce recipe
INGREDIENTS 1 loaf french bread – thinly sliced and cut into quarters 2¼ cups whole milk 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk ½ …
Food of the Philippines: Easy-cook slow cooker chicken and dumplings
My grandmother was Pennsylvanian German Dutch and she made this recipe over and over again. I must admit I miss her cooking and I miss this type of food in …
Filipino nurse who called Singapore people “losers” under investigation
A Male Filipino Nurse is under investigation after posting inflammatory rantings on Facebook against Singaporeans. The nurse works for Tan Tock Seng Hospital and has been placed on administrative leave …
Police seek tighter control over balikbayan boxes after huge shabu bust
Philippines National Police called for stricter guidlines on inspection of Balikbayan boxes arriving in the country after they intercepted 40 million peso worth of shabu at Ninoy Aquino International Airport …
Food of the Philippines: Chocolate peanut butter cup bark recipe
This recipe only takes about 20 minutes, so not only is it easy, the end result is simply decadent. This little dessert favorite is unique to the Philippines and one …
Website creator sued by airline for revealing cheap flight secret
A 22-year-old man who founded Skiplagged.com is being sued by United Airlines for releasing a trade secret it says has cost it big money. Aktarer Zaman posted the trade secret on …
Airbus chooses Philippines as next international training centre
Airbus SAS has chosen to install an international training hub in the Asia Pacific Region and has decided on the Philippines as the ideal location. Airbus has training centres throughout …
Caves as homes: 30 million Chinese people live like the Flintstones
Although the Philippines is famous for its awe-inspiring caves, not many people choose to live in them. However, in China there are enough sub-terranean living quarters to house the entire population of Canada. …
Israel says ‘thank you’ for actions of Quezon, the Filipino Schindler
Israel has never forgotten the actions of the late President Manuel Quezon – the Filipino Schindler – who saved 1,200 German and Austrian Jews from the Nazis. Since then, the Philippines and Israel …
Five gored as rampaging carabao defies slaughter in Zamboanga City
Five people, including a policewoman, suffered serious injuries when a carabao slated for slaughter went on a final rampage through the village on New Year’s Eve. The carabao escaped from the …