The U.S. Tsunami Warning System issued a tsunami threat after the quake, saying hazardous waves were possible for coasts near the epicenter.
Two powerful quakes strike off southern Philippines, killing at least 7 people
Philippine seismologists say that a new offshore earthquake with a preliminary 6.8 magnitude hit the same southern region struck earlier by an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4.
CarBEV and AngCars partner to launch the Philippines’ first all-electric ride-hailing fleet
In support of the country’s shift toward modernizing the transport sector, CarBEV (Battery Electric Vehicle), a pioneer in electric vehicle (EV) fleet solutions, has partnered with AngCars, the …
MVP: Corruption scandal puts Philippine credit rating at risk
MANILA, Philippines — Massive corruption surrounding the anomalous flood control projects could affect the country’s credit rating, possibly …
Deadly earthquakes strike Philippines, triggering tsunami warnings
Two powerful quakes struck off the southern Philippines on Friday, killing at least six people and triggering tsunami warnings that were later lifted.The biggest of the quakes, with a magnitude of 7.4 …
Strong 7.4 magnitude quake strikes off Philippines, tsunami warnings lifted
By Mikhail Flores MANILA (Reuters) -A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.4 struck offshore in the southern Philippines on Friday, killing at least two people, while towns near the epicentre suffered …
BSP sees short-lived slowdown despite business sentiment cooling in Philippines
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ Eli Remolona explains the fourth straight rate-cut, citing corruption in flood control projects as a key factor behind the surprise move.
Tsunami threat passes in Philippines and Indonesia after powerful quake, warning agency says
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center earlier warned of waves of up to 3m (10ft) above tide level reaching the Philippine coast.
-Philippines says won’t stop projects with China firms blacklisted by U.S.
The Philippines will not halt infrastructure projects involving Chinese firms blacklisted by ally the United States and will act in its own interests, not those of a foreign power, the president’s …
Philippines Shipwreck Victim Clung To Sea Turtle, Initially Thought To Be an ‘Oil Drum,’ For Two Days Before Rescue
Back in 1974, Candelaria Villanueva was one of 277 passengers aboard a ship that caught fire and sank off Zamboanga, located 600 miles south of Manila, Philippines. She stayed alive after climbing on …