Storm-plagued Philippines evacuates 24,000 ahead of super typhoon

MANILA — Authorities in the Philippines on Thursday ordered evacuations in northeastern towns ahead of the arrival of Super Typhoon Usagi, as the storm-ravaged nation prepares...

Marcos’ says he will not block ICC if ex-president Duterte wants to be investigated

Marcos says Philippines will not cooperate with ICC Duterte defends anti-drugs crackdown, refuses to apologise Human rights groups claim higher death toll, accuse...

Filipino priest named auxiliary bishop of Melbourne

Pope Francis on Friday appointed a Filipino missionary priest one of the two new auxiliary bishops in Australia. The Vatican announced that Rogationist Fr. Rene...
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‘Very unpresidential’: Duterte’s aggressive actions to Trillanes, De Lima in House hearing draws eyes

Former president Rodrigo Duterte's gestures toward former opposition senators Antonio Trillanes and Leila de Lima during the House of Representatives hearing did not amuse...

Marcos says he disagrees with China’s definition of sovereign territory

MANILA — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Thursday he disagreed with what China had defined as its sovereign territory in the South China Sea,...

Slay with style: Skincare company introduces its first fashionable pimple patch

Having trouble dealing with breakouts?  A skincare company launched its first fashionable pimple patch in the country, allowing Gen Z to deal with breakouts while...
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Viral: Note posted on parked car in Muntinlupa residential area

"Nabili mo na?" The driver of a parked sedan in a residential area in Muntinlupa City was called out for an alleged improper parking habit. Facebook page...

Cruise operators reap benefits of their own private islands

Currently 12 private destinations in the Caribbean, with more on the way Royal Caribbean's CocoCay boosts revenue by 43% since 2019 Carnival plans...

Pope Francis: Self-sacrifice, humble service are key to good leadership

VATICAN— During his Angelus address Sunday, Pope Francis asked his listeners to consider the qualities necessary for good leadership. “Brothers and sisters, can we ask...
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China, Philippines spar over new maritime laws, baseline drawings in South China Sea

MANILA —  The Philippines' foreign ministry said on Wednesday it summoned China's ambassador to protest Beijing's drawing of baselines around the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China...

Buon appetito! Italian resto unveils new menu

A chef’s kiss for the newest food selections at Italianni’s, serving up American-Italian cuisine. Food enthusiasts craving American-Italian flavors can indulge in a variety of...
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Philippines says it will not stand in the way if ex-president Duterte surrenders to...

MANILA — The Philippine government will not stand in the way if former President Rodrigo Duterte decides to surrender himself to the International Criminal Court (ICC),...

Philippines summons China ambassador over drawing of South China Sea baselines

MANILA — The Philippines' foreign ministry said on Wednesday it had summoned China's ambassador to protest Beijing's drawing of baselines around the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South...
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Senate Building lighting ceremony for Christmas fails to impress Pinoys

The Senate Building's Christmas lighting ceremony failed to impress some Filipinos who felt that private residences had better displays. The Senate on Tuesday, November 12,...

Philippines says it would be obliged to comply if Interpol seeks ex-president Duterte’s arrest

'ICC does not scare me a bit", Duterte says Govt says would be obliged to honour an Interpol red notice Thousands killed by...