Philippines eyes $100 billion in investment deals from summit with US, Japan
MANILA — The Philippines is eyeing around $100 billion in investment deals in the next five to 10 years from the country's trilateral summit with...
South China Sea: Why are China and Philippines tensions heating up?
MANILA — An escalating diplomatic row and recent maritime run-ins between China and the Philippines, a U.S. treaty ally, have made the highly strategic South China Sea...
Bipartisan US bill seeks $2.5 billion for Philippines defense
WASHINGTON — On the eve of a trilateral summit between the United States, Japan and the Philippines, two prominent U.S. senators on Wednesday introduced a bipartisan...
MMDA’s working hour mandate revives discussions on traffic solutions
Suggestions to ease traffic were once again raised after the Metro Manila Development Authority released a resolution requiring certain local government units to adjust...
Scoop: Netflix depiction of Prince Andrew interview is a welcome addition to the journalism...
The car crash interview with Prince Andrew was indeed a scoop for then BBC Newsnight presenter Emily Maitlis. Its depiction in the new Netflix...
Sitting is bad for your health and exercise doesn’t seem to offset the harmful...
Advances in technology in recent decades have obviated the need and desire for humans to move. Many of the world’s population sit for long...
How can I stop overthinking everything? A clinical psychologist offers solutions
As a clinical psychologist, I often have clients say they are having trouble with thoughts “on a loop” in their head, which they find...
Boeing hit with whistleblower allegations, adding to safety concerns
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a Boeing whistleblower's claims that the company dismissed safety and quality concerns in the production...
Vatican rejects gender-affirming surgery and surrogacy in new document
VATICAN CITY — The Vatican on Monday reaffirmed its opposition to gender-affirming surgery, "gender theory" and surrogate parenthood, drawing criticism from advocates for LGBTQ Catholics.
The...
Assault on Taylor Sheesh sparks renewed push for SOGIE bill approval
Trigger Warning: Contains graphic descriptions involving physical assault Drag artist Taylor Sheesh stressed the need for the SOGIE Equality Bill after she was physically...
Balenciaga and the influence of abstract art
In January, the TV series Cristóbal Balenciaga premiered, a story inspired by the life of the Spanish designer during his time in Paris, beginning...
Marcos says trilateral summit with US, Japan to include South China Sea cooperation
MANILA — The upcoming trilateral summit between the United States, Philippines and Japan will include an agreement to maintain security and freedom of navigation in...
Solaire to open new integrated resort in Quezon City: What to expect
Solaire Resort is bringing its signature brand closer to Metro Manila’s northern residents as it is set to open in Quezon City next month. Bloomberry...
Airlines struggle with lack of planes as summer travel set to hit record levels
CHICAGO — The global airline industry is facing a summer squeeze, with travel demand expected to surpass pre-pandemic levels while aircraft deliveries drop sharply due...
What is Eid al-Fitr and how do Muslims celebrate it? 6 questions answered
Editor’s note: Eid al-Fitr, one of Islam’s principal festivals, will be celebrated April 9, 2024, according to the Fiqh Council of North America. At...