Philippines defends U.S. missile system deployment, seeks to acquire its own
MANILA — The Philippines' defense minister on Tuesday justified the country's deployment of a U.S. medium-range missile system and plans to acquire its own, despite opposition from...
Asian equities rise, strong dollar weighs on FX as US rates stay in focus
Singapore, Thailand stock markets gain 0.5%
Currencies muted as dollar near 2-yr peak
Indian rupee hits lifetime low Emerging Asian stock markets rose on...
John Arcilla’s remarks on commodity prices fuel discussions on rising cost of living
Filipinos expressed similar sentiments about the cost of living after veteran actor John Arcilla voiced his frustration over the rising prices of basic goods The...
Gisèle Pelicot is a non-stereotypical rape survivor – her case could make a real...
The mass rape trial that shook France is entering its final phase after ten weeks. But its implications for how we think about sexual...
Philippines plans up to P629 billion domestic borrowing in Q1
MANILA — The Philippines, one of Asia's most active issuers of sovereign debt, plans to raise as much as P629 billion ($10.75 billion) via treasury bills...
Christmas Day games on Netflix to help NFL expand global reach
A pair of Christmas Day games on Netflix will help the NFL build on its international footprint, league officials say, as the most popular...
‘Why wait for 25th?’: Denise Julia’s socmed detox break post sparks ‘waiting’ comments
R&B singer Denise Julia paused her social media break on Monday evening, December 23, to announce that she will be posting Instagram stories on December...
AstraZeneca asthma drug more effective during attack than steroids, study finds
LONDON — AstraZeneca's AZN.L Fasenra, an injectable treatment for severe asthma, is more effective during attacks than the oral steroid that has been the standard of care for...
Hello Kitty at 50: A Japanese success story of simplicity and cuteness
Hello Kitty doesn’t look her age. And despite recently turning 50, she is showing no signs of slowing down. In 2025, the Japanese character –...
King Charles to deliver Christmas message from former hospital chapel
LONDON — King Charles will deliver his traditional Christmas Day message from a former hospital chapel, Buckingham Palace said on Monday, in a break from tradition...
Oil prices up in thin pre-Christmas trade
TOKYO — Oil prices were up on Tuesday in thin trade ahead of the Christmas Day holiday, with prices supported by U.S. economic data and rising...
Savor the season: Noche Buena and Media Noche food offerings for your holiday feast
With just two days left before Christmas Day, families across the Philippines are busy preparing for the Yuletide celebrations. Whether you're getting ready for a...
‘Love the Flavors, Love the Philippines’ campaign launched to boost Filipino food tourism
The Department of Tourism teamed up with a fast food restaurant chain to promote Filipino flavors to residents and visitors of the country. Mang Inasal...
Pope Francis declares French Martyrs of Compiègne saints via equipollent canonization
VATICAN— Pope Francis has officially declared the 16 Discalced Carmelite nuns of Compiègne, executed during the Reign of Terror in the French Revolution, as...
Explainer: What charges does Luigi Mangione face over UnitedHealth executive killing?
NEW YORK — Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the Dec. 4 killing of UnitedHealth Group UNH.N executive Brian Thompson, faces two separate sets of murder charges in state...