Philippines says it signs free trade agreement with South Korea
MANILA — The Philippines has signed a free trade deal with South Korea, its president said on Thursday, completing four years of negotiations between the countries on trade...
‘Is your school safe?’: Youth group provides checklist for safe campuses vs gender-based crimes
A school should have an accessible grievance center for students to be considered as "safe," according to a youth group. The Enough Is Enough (EIE)...
France’s Macron: There can be no Russian flag at Paris 2024
PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron said no Russian flag should fly at next year's Paris Olympics, with Russian athletes' participation an issue for...
This fast food chain is empowering senior citizens with its inclusive work program
Two seniors are not letting their age become a hindrance when it comes to work. Fast food chain KFC Philippines featured Tatay Roberto and Nanay...
Vietnam to sign inter-government rice pact with Philippines
HANOI — Vietnam will soon sign an inter-government agreement on the rice trade with the Philippines to help the countries ensure food security, its...
Southeast Asians wary of new conflicts as big powers join ASEAN summit
Indonesia urges no new conflicts, reduce tensions
China says 'don't take sides'
U.S. opposes change to maritime status quo
Bangladesh urges end to...
‘Buong puso’: Jessica Villaburin explains ‘birit’ in viral performance during Mike Enriquez tribute
"The Clash" season three winner Jessica Villarubin explained her performance during veteran broadcaster Mike Enriquez's wake after some Pinoys accused her of supposedly upstaging...
Philippines has ‘very ample’ sugar stocks, no immediate plans to import — regulator
MANILA — The Philippines has plentiful stocks of sugar as it enters a new crop year this month and thus has no immediate plans...
Perfect excuse to hit the cinemas: Sine Singkwenta offers award-winning films for 50 pesos
Want to watch award-winning films for only 50 pesos? The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) allows you to do that in its "Sine...
‘Arigatou gozaimasu!’: Philippines is top ASEAN country for tourist arrivals in Japan for July...
It seems Filipinos yearned the most among their Southeast Asian peers for cherry blossoms, ramen and sushi this July. The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)...
Appliance brand unveils new espresso machines for Pinoys who take their coffee seriously
Amid the rise of commercial coffee chains in the Philippines, a brand of coffee equipment aims to make quality coffee within reach of more...
Spotted: Black-veiled faceless nuns in Manila as ‘The Nun II’ hits cinemas
Have you spotted a faceless, black-veiled nun in Manila recently? Spooky season is arriving early this year as film distributor Warner Bros. Philippines unleashes evil...
Trump found liable for defamation in writer Carroll’s second lawsuit
NEW YORK — A federal judge on Wednesday found Donald Trump liable for defaming the writer E. Jean Carroll by denying in 2019 that...
‘Seeing double?’: Taylor Sheesh lands an interview on ‘Good Morning America’
A Pinay drag queen, who earlier made international headlines, was featured in an episode of a popular American talk show. Taylor Sheesh, a Filipino drag...
History researcher flags inverted position of Philippine flag at ASEAN summit
A history researcher flagged the inverted position of the Philippine national flag on display as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. talks with Canadian Prime Minister...