Philippines: News
18 Sep 2024
McDonald'sTCS partners with McDonald's Philippines to digitize over 760 outlets
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India's leading IT services provider, has inked a two-year contract with McDonald's Philippines.
12 Sep 2024
AustraliaVietnam: Typhoon Yagi aftermath brings flash floods, landslides; 199 dead
Nearly 200 people have died in Vietnam and 128 are missing days after Typhoon Yagi battered the country's north.
09 Sep 2024
WorldPhilippines pastor accused of running child sex trafficking ring arrested
Apollo Quiboloy, a pastor from the Philippines, has been arrested following a two-week police manhunt.
07 Sep 2024
ChinaSuper typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam after killing 2 in China
Super Typhoon Yagi has made landfall in northern Vietnam on Saturday.
27 Aug 2024
AustraliaAustralia limits foreign student intake to 270,000 amid migration concerns
Australia has announced a cap on its intake of new international students for the year 2025, setting the limit at 270,000.
28 Jul 2024
BerlinPutin threatens to restart production of intermediate-range nuclear weapons
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that Russia may resume the production of intermediate-range nuclear missiles if the United States proceeds with its plans to deploy long-range missiles in Germany.
21 Jul 2024
Taj MahalVed Bharambe crowned Best Costume awardee at Man of World
Ved Bharambe aka Lavesh Mohan Bharambe, from Pune, has made history by becoming the first Indian to win the Best National Costume Award at the Man of the World 2024 pageant in the Philippines.
17 Jul 2024
LifestyleMarvel at the Chocolate Hills of Bohol, Philippines
The Chocolate Hills in Bohol, Philippines, are a geological marvel and a leading tourist attraction.
11 Jul 2024
Air PollutionMost lung cancer patients in India never smoked
Scientists have discovered that lung cancer in Southeast Asia, particularly India, differs from other regions due to the unique genetic diversity of its population.
15 Jun 2024
ChinaUS military ran secret anti-vax campaign during COVID-19 pandemic: Report
The United States military launched a secret operation during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to stymie China's increasing influence in the Philippines, which was badly affected by the virus, Reuters reported.
27 May 2024
BengaluruIndian start-up Zypp Electric secures funding for Southeast Asia expansion
Indian electric vehicle (EV) start-up, Zypp Electric, has successfully secured a fresh investment of $15 million from Japanese energy and oil conglomerate ENEOS.
22 Apr 2024
BrazilIndia emerges as second-largest contributor of new US citizens
A recent Congressional report revealed a total of 65,960 Indians officially became United States (US) citizens in 2022, solidifying India's position as the second-largest contributor of immigrants to America.
10 Apr 2024
New York CityThis NYC shop cashier works remotely from Philippines via Zoom
Sansan Chicken, a fried chicken shop in New York City, has adopted an unconventional staffing approach.
04 Mar 2024
CelebrityFilipino actor Jaclyn Jose dies (60) of heart attack
Renowned Filipino actor Jaclyn Jose, born Mary Jane Guck, passed away at the age of 60 on Saturday.
29 Feb 2024
Travel And TourismGo for an island-hopping adventure to Palawan in the Philippines
Palawan in the Philippines is a tropical paradise, celebrated for its sparkling, clear waters and verdant landscapes.
23 Jan 2024
Chris MartinManila's traffic makes Coldplay's Chris Martin write an impromptu song
Manila's infamous traffic crisis and snarls prompted Coldplay's Chris Martin to croon an impromptu song during the band's concert in the Philippines, leaving the fans chuckling.
31 Dec 2023
DenmarkWeird and unusual New Year's Eve traditions around the world
As the calendar turns, various cultures worldwide usher in the New Year with a range of peculiar traditions.
04 Dec 2023
United States of AmericaViolated sovereignty: China on US warship's presence in disputed SCS
China on Monday slammed the United States (US) after an American warship—USS Gabrielle Giffords—allegedly entered the disputed South China Sea near the Second Thomas Shoal.
01 Aug 2023
ChinaChina: 11 dead, dozens missing following Typhoon Doksuri
At least 11 people died and 27 others were reported missing as heavy rainfall continued to lash Beijing, China, for the fourth consecutive day, CCTV reported on Tuesday.
05 Jul 2023
Social MediaCanva shakes up the workspace: Introduces laptop accessories vending machine
Technology is moving faster than we think and is accessible to people in various ways.
14 Feb 2023
Valentine's DayBet you don't know about these weird Valentine's Day traditions
There is no de facto ruleset to celebrate love.
16 Nov 2022
IndiaIt's eight billion baby! Philippines welcomes world's 8th billion person
The global population touched eight billion on Tuesday with the birth of a baby in Tondo district, Manila, Philippines.
27 Sep 2022
NepalWorld Tourism Day: 5 affordable foreign destinations from India
It is time to pack your bags and tickle your wanderlust as today is World Tourism Day!
20 Sep 2022
Travel And TourismTraveling to Philippines? Bring home these 5 souvenirs
Boasting a multitude of islands, vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and picture-perfect beaches, the Philippines is a dream travel destination for many.
27 Jul 2022
EarthquakePhilippines: 7.1 magnitude earthquake rocks Luzon island for 30 seconds
A violent 7.1-magnitude earthquake slammed the Philippine islands of Luzon on Wednesday, devastating a hospital and residences in a northern region and sending significant vibrations through the capital, Manila, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).
31 May 2022
FoodHave you heard of banana ketchup? Here's all about it
Bananas are enjoyed as fruit or widely used in cakes, milkshakes, and muffins all over the world. But have you heard of it being used as a condiment?
25 May 2022
Thailand5 foreign destinations to visit from India on a budget
If you're wondering where to travel next on a budget and want to get your passport stamped this time, think beyond Nepal, Bhutan, Thailand, and Sri Lanka.
05 March 2022
Japan5 volcanoes to see in your lifetime
Visiting a volcano can feel terrifying, but they also make for an equally adventurous trip.
28 Jan 2022
IndiaIndia, Philippines sign $375 million deal for BrahMos missiles
India and the Philippines signed a $375 million deal on Friday for the acquisition of the BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missile system.
20 Dec 2021
South China SeaTyphoon Rai slams Philippines, over 370 dead, several missing
After the most powerful typhoon which hit the Philippines Thursday, the death toll has soared to 375.
13 Dec 2021
EntertainmentTracing LGBTQA+ representation at the Miss Universe through the years
The Philippines created a record at Miss Universe 2021 by making it to the semis 12 consecutive times.
26 Nov 2021
WorldFrancisca Susano, 'world's oldest person,' passes away at 124
Francisca Susano, the Filipino woman who was thought to be the oldest person in the world, died at the age of 124 recently.
08 Oct 2021
Russia NewsPhilippines' Ressa, Russia's Muratov; journalists win Nobel Peace Prize
Journalists Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov have won the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize for 2021 for "their efforts to safeguard freedom of expression."
29 Sep 2021
BoxingBoxing legend Manny Pacquiao announces retirement
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao is officially hanging up his gloves.
10 Sep 2021
Infinix MobileInfinix HOT 10i, with MediaTek Helio P65 chipset, goes official
Infinix has launched its latest budget-range HOT-series smartphone, the HOT 10i, in the Philippines. The handset carries a price-tag of PHP 5,990 (around Rs. 8,800) and is available in four color options.
04 Jul 2021
Plane Crash17 dead after military plane crashes in Philippines; 40 rescued
A military plane crash-landed in the Philippines on Sunday, the chief of the armed forces said in a statement.
23 Jun 2021
CoronavirusTake the vaccine or go to jail, says Philippines President
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte is clearly disappointed with the slow pace of COVID-19 vaccination there.
03 Feb 2020
WuhanStocks plummet as markets reopen in China amid coronavirus outbreak
Stocks in China plummeted as trading resumed on Monday amid a worsening outbreak of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
22 Sep 2019
VespaThis Vespa scooter costs more than a family car
Italian automaker Vespa has launched its all new scooter, the Vespa GTS 300 SuperTech, in Philippines.
03 Aug 2019
South KoreaHere are some unbreakable Olympic records
Olympics is the greatest sporting showcase on this earth.
28 Mar 2019
ParisHuawei launches affordable P30 Lite with triple rear cameras
Days after unveiling its P30 and P30 Pro models in Paris, Huawei has silently introduced the P30 Lite in select markets.
22 Feb 2019
YouTubePhilippines: Mother forced to hand-feed her videogame-addict son
Videogame addiction among teenagers these days has become a nightmare for many parents.
27 Jan 2019
Terror AttackPhilippines: Two bombs explode outside Roman Catholic cathedral, kills 19
Two bombs exploded outside a Roman Catholic cathedral on a southern Philippine island where Muslim terrorists are active, killing minimum 19 and wounding nearly 50 during a Sunday Mass, officials said.
06 Jan 2019
PulwamaDeath toll from Philippines storm, landslides climbs to 126
The death toll from a storm that devastated the Philippines shortly after Christmas rose to 126, authorities said today, adding landslides caused by torrential rain were the top cause.
29 Dec 2018
Tsunami6.9 magnitude quake shakes southern Philippines, tsunami threat possible
A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern Philippine island of Mindanao today, said US Geological Survey (USGS), adding that a tsunami threat was possible for parts of the Philippines and neighboring Indonesia.
17 Dec 2018
IndiaPhilippines' Catriona Gray, of 'lava walk' fame, crowned Miss Universe-2018
It's that time of the year, when several beauties, from all across the world, come together to compete for the Miss World and Miss Universe titles.
15 Nov 2018
Narendra ModiPM Modi participates in ASEAN-India Breakfast Summit in Singapore
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today participated in the ASEAN-India Breakfast Summit in Singapore and underlined the need for maritime cooperation and centrality of trade for the prosperity of the strategic Indo-Pacific region.
01 Nov 2018
WorldAustralian nun to leave Philippines after fight with President Duterte
An Australian nun, who battled a government bid to expel her from the Philippines after she angered the country's President Rodrigo Duterte, said yesterday that she will leave rather than face arrest and deportation.
16 Sep 2018
Hong KongTyphoon aims at south China after killing 28 in Philippines
Typhoon Mangkhut roared toward densely populated Hong Kong and southern China today after ravaging across the northern Philippines with ferocious winds and heavy rains that left at least 28 dead.
15 Sep 2018
Hong KongSuper Typhoon Mangkhut could cause damages worth $120bn in Asia
On Saturday, Super Typhoon Mangkhut ripped through the Philippines causing floods, triggering landslides, disrupting electricity and travel services.
03 Sep 2018
Donald TrumpPhilippine leader Rodrigo Duterte apologizes for cursing Obama
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has apologized to former US President Barack Obama for calling him a "son of a whore" in 2016, which sparked a new low in their nations' long alliance.
04 Apr 2018
Barack ObamaPhilippines: President Duterte calls UN Human Rights Chief "empty-headed"
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has launched a foul-mouthed attack on the UN Human Rights Chief, calling him "empty-headed" in a row over international criticism of Philippines leader's deadly drug-war.
17 Mar 2018
Civil Aviation AuthorityPhilippines: 9 killed as plane crashes into house after takeoff
A small passenger plane carrying five people crashed into a house shortly after takeoff in the Philippines, killing all those onboard and four people on the ground.
15 Mar 2018
HuaweiHuawei launches the Nova 2 Lite smartphone in Philippines
Huawei has launched it latest smartphone - the Nova 2 Lite - in the Philippines.
24 Feb 2018
KuwaitEmployer arrested for Filipina maid's death in Kuwait freezer
After a manhunt spanning several weeks, police have arrested the employer of a 29-year-old Filipina maid who was found dead in a freezer in Kuwait.
03 Feb 2018
Pokemon GoMobile app used to map condom dispensers in Philippines
Campaigners and activists in the Philippines have set up free condom dispensers in collaboration with restaurants and shops in Manila to promote safe sex and fight a worsening HIV epidemic.
24 Dec 2017
WorldPhilippines: Tropical-storm Tembin kills about 180 on Mindanao Island
Ferocious tropical storm Tembin has wreaked havoc across the southern part of the Philippines.
14 Nov 2017
IndiaModi@ASEAN: India wishes to emerge as a global peacekeeper
PM Narendra Modi recently addressed the Indian diaspora in the Philippines on the sidelines fo the ongoing ASEAN summit
12 Nov 2017
IndiaPM Modi meets Trump upon arriving in the Philippines
Upon arriving in the Philippines as part of a tour which will see him attend the 15th ASEAN-India Summit and the 12th East Asia Summit, PM Narendra Modi met several foreign leaders informally.
Duterte threatens to expel EU envoys over drug war criticism
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has threatened to expel ambassadors from all EU countries within 24 hours, accusing the bloc of plotting to have Manila expelled from the UN. He didn't provide any evidence of this.
29 Sep 2017
IndiaRahul likens Modi to Duterte: 'Both thrive on hatred'
Congress VP Rahul Gandhi has hit out at PM Narendra Modi by comparing him to Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte, saying that they both "thrive on hatred and disrespect institutions."
22 Sep 2017
Human Rights WatchPhilippines: Thousands protest President Duterte's 'dictatorship'
Filipinos seem to be growing increasingly unhappy with President Rodrigo Duterte's tough handed approach towards law and order.
09 Sep 2017
Human Rights WatchPhilippines controversial anti-drug president's son named in $125mn narcotics scandal
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's eldest son Paolo has denied involvement in a $125 million drug smuggling operation.
21 Jul 2017
MurderBeauty queen from Philippines raped, murdered
Kimberly, an aspiring beauty queen from Samal in Davao del Norte was allegedly raped and murdered in Philippines.
29 Jun 2017
WorldHostages in Philippines forced to fight against Government by militants
Residents of Philippines are facing atrocities as Islamist militant group Maute occupying the Southern Philippines have taken the civilians as hostage and are forcing them to either loot, become sex slaves or fight against the government.
21 Jun 2017
United States of AmericaPhilippines- Islamist terrorists storm school, hold students hostage
Islamist terrorists stormed a school in Philippines and are holding several students hostage.
02 Jun 2017
WorldManila: 34 dead in botched up robbery in casino
A night-out became catastrophic for people when a robber barged into a casino in Philippines and starting firing shots blindly, setting the casino tables on fire. He stole chips worth $2.3million, but they were recovered by the police later.
25 May 2017
Donald TrumpUS warship sails past disputed SCS island
In the first provocative action since Donald Trump took office, a US warship sailed 12 nautical miles away from an artificial island that China constructed on a disputed part of the South China Sea.
24 May 2017
ISISPhilippines declares martial law following clashes with extremists
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has declared martial law in the violence-prone southern island of Mindanao.
17 May 2017
South China SeaChina installs rocket-launchers on disputed SCS reef
China has installed rocket launchers on a disputed reef in the South China Sea, in the latest move that has sparked fresh tensions in the region.
24 Apr 2017
Donald Trump'I'll eat his liver': Philippines President Duterte on terrorists
In some bizarre comments, Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte announced he can be "50 times" more brutal than terrorists, and he could even "eat his liver".
17 Apr 2017
Donald TrumpPhilippines to hold military drills with the US
The Philippines military announced it will hold annual exercises with troops from its US ally.
17 Sep 2016
United Nations (UN)Former hitman claims Philippine President ordered extrajudicial killings
In a testimony, Edgar Matobato, a former assassin, said he was part of 300-member "Davao Death Squad", run on the orders of Duterte, whose work was to kill criminals like drug pushers, rapists, snatchers everyday.
