MANILA, June 24, (Xinhua): An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.4 hit waters off southeastern Philippines on Tuesday morning, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said.
Tourism insiders criticize report that names Philippines world’s ‘most dangerous destination’
Tourism insiders in the Philippines have slammed a recent global index that ranked the country as “the most dangerous destination” to travel.
Earthquake hits off southern Philippines
A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern Philippines on June 24, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said, with no tsunami …
Philippines now has 12,800 dollar millionaires – report
The number of millionaires in the Philippines has grown by 32% in the past decade, outpacing regional peers and major economies, a report by Henley & Partners—a global consultancy firm on residence …
dLocal receives payment licences in UAE, Turkey, and Philippines
In Turkey, the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye has authorised dLocal to conduct cross-border payments through Lidio Payment Services.
Tourism stakeholders slam survey naming Philippines ‘least safe’ for tourists
Leaders of the country’s tourism industry have raised alarm over a recent international online survey that named the Philippines the “least safe” country for tourists.
Unveiling the 10 Richest Cities in the Philippines: 2024 Rankings and Economic Powerhouses
The Philippines is home to some of the most thriving cities in Southeast Asia, where wealth, development, and opportunity abound. In this video, we reveal the top 10 richest cities in the Philippines …
PAL to bring first Airbus A350-1000 plane to the Philippines
The Airbus A350-1000 is a long-haul carrier that can fly up to 16,100 kilometers (8,700 miles) and carry 382 passengers in the cabin. The country’s flag carrier said the aircraft …
Philippines’ top Jesuit school awards doctorate to once-jailed Duterte critic
Ateneo de Manila University, the leading Jesuit school in the Philippines, awarded an honorary doctorate in sociology to former senator Leila de Lima, who was jailed for nearly seven years under …
The ‘mother of mangroves’ on saving the Philippines’ coastline
As aquaculture drives loss of Philippine mangroves, renowned ecologist says political will key to mangrove rehabilitation.