The Philippines’ first multi-mission frigate was expected to arrive in Zambales this week, having sailed from South Korea on Monday, the Philippine Navy announced. The missile-capable warship BRP Jose …
ABS-CBN: Philippines’ Biggest Broadcasting Network Addresses Accusations Surrounding Shut Down Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
CBN issued an official statement addressing several accusations following its sign off, under the government’s order.
Palace calls ‘Philippines, Province of China’ geotag ‘fake news’
Malacañang on Monday dismissed as “fake news” the Facebook location tag that referred to the Philippines as a province of China. “Siyempre po wala namang katunayan iyan,” presidential spokesperson …
Philippines records seven novel coronavirus deaths, 205 more cases
The Philippines’ health ministry on Monday reported seven new coronavirus deaths and 205 additional infections.
Tropical Rainstorm Vongfong turns toward southern Japan
After forging a path of destruction across the Philippines late last week, Tropical Rainstorm Vongfong will target southern Japan through the early week.Vongfong, known as Ambo in the Philippines, qui …
Typhoon Vongfong leaves deadly trail in Philippines, extensive damage to towns
Strong winds and rain from Typhoon Vongfong left at least one person dead and damaged hundreds of homes and coronavirus isolation facilities along with rice and corn fields in five hard-hit eastern …
Philippines records 208 new coronavirus cases, seven more deaths
The Philippines’ Department of Health on Sunday reported 208 new cases of coronavirus infections and seven more fatalities.
Philippines Faces Weather Challenges in Fight Against Virus
The Philippines’ fight against the coronavirus is likely to become more complicated with the onset of typhoon season, during which it typically has to evacuate tens of thousands of people from …
Tens of thousands under lockdown evacuate as Typhoon Vongfong strikes Philippines
Typhoon Vongfong has made landfall in the Philippines, forcing the evacuation of tens of thousands of people in a country under lockdown amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Evacuees try to avoid overcrowding in shelters after strong typhoon slams into Philippines
Typhoon Vongfong slammed into the Philippines after authorities evacuated tens of thousands of people while trying to avoid the risks of overcrowding …