Columns of incandescent lava were captured on camera when a “moderately explosive eruption” occurred at the summit crater of Kanlaon Volcano in the Philippines. Officials say a greyish plume blew …
Down, but not out: Philippines election gifts Sara Duterte a shot at political survival
A Philippine midterm election may have leaned in President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s favour but the stronger-than-expected showing for estranged vice president and bitter rival Sara Duterte may have given …
Philippines Eyes Ambitious Plan to Export Green Power in Asia
The Philippines is looking at exporting renewable energy to Taiwan and other countries, Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla said, a lofty strategy that would take advantage of surplus capacity.
Germany, Philippines sign defence agreement
Germany and the Philippines have agreed to enhance defence ties and boost joint activities as Manila builds up a range of alliances to strengthen its position in a longstanding dispute with China in …
Manny Pacquiao returning to the ring after losing Philippines senatorial race
Boxing great Manny Pacquiao is coming out of retirement to fight Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight crown in July.
New World Bank country partnership framework for Philippines out next week
The World Bank is set to approve next week the new country partnership framework (CPF) covering programs it will support in the Philippines in the next six years.
Bella May Culley LIVE: Mysterious reason teen had for visiting Philippines revealed
There are now fears Bella May Culley, 18, had fallen in with British drug dealers while backpacking in Thailand – she has since been arrested in Georgia on drug charges and could face life in prison
New ‘digital nomad’ visa to be introduced in the Philippines – here’s how to get one
New ‘digital nomad’ visa to be introduced in the Philippines – here’s how to get one – Digital nomads will be able to stay and work in the country for a maximum of one year on the new visa
BINI, other Philippines achievers make Forbes ‘30 Under 30’ list
Popular girl group BINI and six other Filipinos have landed in this year’s 30 Under 30 Asia by Forbes, a list composed of 300 outstanding young entrepreneurs and innovators all under the age of 30 …
Philippines to send more peacekeepers amid UN funding crisis
The Philippines has vowed to increase the number of Filipino peacekeepers deployed globally amid severe funding shortfalls threatening United Nations peacekeeping operations worldwide. Defense …