The escalation in Sino-US trade tensions would be detrimental for the global economy and pose significant downside risks to the region’s economic outlook, according to the global rating agency …
Philippines adds speedy warship to maritime arsenal
The Philippines took possession of the first of two corvette-class warships with “advanced weapons and radar systems” on Tuesday as it faces growing pressure from Beijing in the disputed South China Sea.
Ash soars kilometres into air as Philippines’s Kanlaon Volcano erupts
Kanlaon Volcano, one of 24 active volcanoes in the Philippines, has erupted, with social media videos showing a plume of ash rising into the sky.
Philippines’ Kanlaon volcano eruption resumes, says seismology agency
A volcano in the central Philippines erupted on Tuesday morning, ejecting an ash-laden plume reaching around 4,000 metres (2.5 miles) high, the seismology agency said.
Volcano in Philippines sends ash miles into the air
MANILA: A volcano in the central Philippines erupted early on Tuesday (Apr 8) morning, sending a plume of ash 4,000m into the sky and prompting calls for local school cancellations. Kanlaon Volcano, …
‘Philippines preparing plans to respond to tariffs’
The Philippines is taking action in response to the 17 percent reciprocal tariff on exports to the US, Malacañang said yesterday, as fears persist over a possible worldwide economic recession and …
Philippines flags China’s espionage arrests as retaliation amid rising tensions
The Philippines has suggested that the detention of three Filipinos in China for alleged espionage might be a response to Manila’s efforts to target supposed Chinese spies, based on a report from …
Nikolas Red’s ‘Posthouse’ Wraps Production, First Looks at Horror Exploring Philippines’ Lost Film Heritage Unveiled (EXCLUSIVE)
Evolve Studios has unveiled the first looks for “Posthouse,” the feature directorial debut from Nikolas Red that recently wrapped production in Manila. The supernatural horror film, which explores the …
Sara Duterte back in Philippines after month with detained father
Impeached Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has returned home after nearly a month at her father’s side in The Hague, where he is facing a charge of crimes against humanity, her communications …
McDonald’s Philippines gears up for aggressive store expansion
McDonald’s Philippines is gearing up for a more aggressive store expansion, with plans to add 800 stores in its network before its new 20-year franchise term expires.