Why Ampatuan-Somama wedding has prominent government officials as sponsors
Filipinos decried the list of principal sponsors in the wedding of Zaldy Ampatuan's daughter because of the large number of government officials invited.
Last week,...
Why Teresita de Castro’s appointment as Chief Justice is being criticized
The appointment of Supreme Court Chief Justice Teresita Leonardo-de Castro is being criticized because she only has two-months left before retiring and because of...
The TNT boys story: From individual singers to perfect ‘Bang Bang’ performance
The Tawag ng Tanghalan boys’ rendition of the pop song “Bang Bang” earned praises online for being a near-perfect rendition of the performance by...
Filipino politicians reflect on US Sen. John McCain’s influence
Filipino leaders were among those who expressed their thoughts and prayers following the death of United States Senator John McCain on Sunday. The Republican lawmaker...
US sanctions three people it links to Islamic State
WASHINGTON — The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on an Indonesian, a Filipino and a Malaysian it said were linked to the militant...
HIGHLIGHTS: Day six of the Asian Games
JAKARTA — Highlights of day six of the 18th Asian Games in Jakarta and Palembang on Thursday (times GMT): Victories in wushu and rowing events extended China's...
World Court hears Iran lawsuit to have U.S. sanctions lifted
THE HAGUE - Iranian lawyers will ask the International Court of Justice on Monday to order the United States to lift sanctions ordered by...
Children’s rights group: ‘Virgin Marie’ film mocks efforts to protect children from sexual abuse
Children's rights group Save the Children Philippines has spoken out about the short film "Virgin Marie" saying it is not in the best interests of...
Get to know the artist behind Kris Aquino’s ‘Princess Intan’ digital portrait
An artwork of Kris Aquino as Princess Intan in "Crazy Rich Asians" earned praises for its royal-like portrayal of the actress wearing her Michael...
What the impeachment complaint against SC justices will have to hurdle
Four opposition lawmakers have filed an impeachment complaint against the seven sitting Supreme Court associate justices who voted to grant the quo warranto petition...
Atom Araullo finds Jordanians, Filipinos share a common value during times of need
Filipinos and Jordanians have something Atom Araullo found strikingly similar, a desire to give to those in need even when they have little for...
HIGHLIGHTS: Day five of Asian Games
JAKARTA — Highlights of day five of the 18th Asian Games in Jakarta and Palembang on Wednesday (times GMT): Victories in swimming and wushu events...
Oil markets muted as U.S.-China trade war remains unresolved
SINGAPORE- Oil markets were steady on Friday as the unresolved trade dispute between Washington and Beijing muted activity. Brent crude oil futures were at $74.50...
Duterte says three US officials seeking talks on Philippines’ defense procurement
MANILA — Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday said three members of US President Donald Trump's cabinet had sought a dialogue about Manila's procurement...
Vietnam telecom firm Viettel eyes Philippine market
HANOI— Vietnamese telecommunication company Viettel has set its sights on the Philippines as the next destination in its overseas expansion drive, the company said on Thursday,...