MANILA (Reuters) – The Philippines and the United States intend to hold a “2-plus-2 meeting” of top diplomatic and defence officials in Manila in March, the Philippine ambassador to Washington said on …
The Jerks: the band that birthed the Philippines punk scene
Exploring The Jerks, the punk band that birthed the rock and alternative music scene in the Philippines amid a backdrop of dictatorships and martial law.
Vietnam steps up island-building in SCS
WHILE the Philippines was focused on deterring China’s aggression in the West Philippine Sea, Vietnam was quietly stepping up its island expansion projects in disputed features in the Philippines’ …
China Allows Philippines to Supply Troops at Disputed Reef
The Chinese coastguard has previously deployed vessels to block missions by the Philippines to supply troops on the transport ship, which has become a military outpost at the Second Thomas Shoal, 190 …
Marcos, Duterte supporters rally in Philippines as family rift deepens
On Sunday, Marcos will launch his “Bagong Pilipinas” (New Philippines) campaign in the capital Manila “to usher the nation towards change and development”. The elder Duterte, meanwhile, is expected to …
How does a Filipina cleaner in Brisbane acquire nearly 20 properties in Australia?
The couple became more frugal in managing expenses as they embarked on their property investment journey … approach was greatly influenced by her entrepreneurial parents in the Philippines.
As Philippines plans to upgrade South China Sea outposts, Beijing weighs options
China appears to be taking ‘wait and see’ approach after Manila says it will improve facilities for troops deployed on disputed reefs and islands.
CNN Philippines shutting down as losses exceed P5B
CNN Philippines is going off the air nearly nine years after debuting into the local broadcasting industry as its local franchise holder decided to pull the plug after accumulating financial losses …
Philippines, Vietnam Set to Sign Coast Guard Pact Amid Competing Sea Claims
The Philippines and Vietnam are set to sign a cooperation agreement between their coast guards as Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. boosts partnerships in the region amid lingering tensions with Beijing in the South China Sea.
CNN Philippines delaying termination of license deal with CNN —Nine Media chairman
Following reports of CNN Philippines shutting down after nine years, Nine Media Corporation is delaying the termination of its licensing deal with CNN International, its chairman confirmed Friday. “We delayed the closure/termination of the franchise …