Christian devotees from the Philippines were nailed to a cross on Friday in a reenactment of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion in the predominantly Catholic nation.
HOLY WEEK READS: How bad is the learning crisis in the Philippines?
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines has long suffered from a learning crisis. Recently, more unsettling figures about the country’s education system emerged from a report by the Second Congressional …
Philippines to Keep US Treasury Holdings Despite Turmoil
The Philippines won’t cut its holdings of US Treasuries despite turmoil in global financial markets triggered by President Donald Trump’s changing tariff actions.
Nora Aunor, veteran performer who was beloved in the Philippines, dies at 71
Nora Aunor, a prolific entertainer who was beloved in the Philippines, died Wednesday at age 71. Aunor ‘touched generations with her unmatched talent,’ says her daughter.
EXPLAINER: What a 17% U.S. Tariff Means for the Philippines
Basically, what you need to know is that the U.S. slapped a 17% tax on all goods coming in from the Philippines. It’s part of Trump’s “reciprocal tariffs” policy, which raises import taxes on …
Horror films and the Philippines inspire tartan designs
New tartans inspired by themes including horror movies and the Philippines have been designed by students at Heriot-Watt University’s School of Textiles and Design in the Borders.
Palace: Philippines to navigate new US tariff policy
The Philippine government is carefully assessing the impact of the 17-percent tariff imposed by the United States under President Donald Trump, while …
5.6 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Southern Philippines
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck off the southern Philippines on Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said, with no immediate reports of damage or casualties.
The Philippines Buys So Many Motorcycles, It’s Ridiculous
According to data from the Federation of Asian Motorcycle Industries (FAMI), Q1 sales in the Philippines rose 10% from the same period in 2024. Domestic production is also booming …
Firm tied to Philippines brand Oishi pays US$16.5 million for 2 Hong Kong shops
A company linked to Philippines tycoon Carlos Chan and the producer of Oishi snacks bought two ground floor shops in Hong Kong’s Wan Chai district for HK$128 million (US$16.5 million), according to …