Philippine wrestling chief hauls jiu-jitsu coaching plums in Japan 

MANILA, Philippines — Alvin Aguilar is having a banner year. Aguilar, the founder of the biggest organization of jiu-jitsu artists in the country and president of the Wrestling Association of the Philippines, clinched four awards at the SJJIF...

Manila vows to block China’s militarization of Scarborough Shoal

MANILA – The Philippines on Friday said it would not allow China to militarize the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, where Beijing has recently announced it would transform the area into a nature reserve. Armed Forces of the...

Philippines’ 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Disrupts Beauty Pageant! Spine-Chilling Video Shows Horrifying Chaos

Philippines beauty pageant video goes viral. Image Source: ScaryEurope/ X The Philippines was left shaken- not only literally after a 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit the country on September 30, but also emotionally as it ended up taking the lives of...

Philippines says important that China does not militarise disputed Scarborough Shoal

By Karen Lema MANILA (Reuters) -The Philippines is closely watching Beijing's plans for a nature reserve at the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, its chief of armed forces said on Friday, adding it was important that the shoal...

Philippines says important that China does not militarize disputed Scarborough Shoal

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. Armed Forces chief General Romeo Brawner says the Philippines 'will not allow' what happened at Mischief Reef to happen to Scarborough Shoal...

Philippines’ Ayala Land To Build $178 Million Eco-Residential Estate In Davao

An artist impression of the Ascenda, a residential enclave to be built by Ayala Land around an eco park in Davao City in southern Philippines. Courtesy of Ayala Land Ayala Land—controlled by tycoon Jaime Zobel de Ayala and his family’s Ayala...

Philippines edge out Maldives in night of high drama at AFC Challenge Cup

Male, Maldives // If the Philippines keep winning at this rate, they could soon run out of payback to seek. Tuesday’s 3-2 win after extra time against the Maldives not only sent the Azkals to the AFC Challenge Cup final, it provided a measure of...

Philippines Leads ASEAN in Next Generation 911

Now that the Philippines has in place a unified, nationwide 911 emergency response system, the Philippines is now the benchmark for NG911 (next generation 911) deployment in ASEAN. Ishka Villacisneros, Chief Financial Officer of the NGA 911 LLC in...

Philippines Earthquake: Death Toll Rises to 72 After Massive 6.9 Magnitude Quake Strikes Central Philippines, Search and Rescue Operations Conclude

Cebu Island, October 3: The death toll has risen to 72 after a massive 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines, UN news reported on Thursday. According to local media reports, cited by UN News, search and rescue operations concluded on...

Philippines Earthquake: Death toll rises to 72, search and rescue ops conclude

According to local media reports, cited by UN News, search and rescue operations concluded on Wednesday. According to UN news, more than 200 people were injured in Bogo, Medellin, and San Remigio, and over 1,11,000 people have been impacted,...

Virtual travel? Watch these 9 films for a breathtaking glimpse at the Philippines

Are you up for an eccentric adventure – one where you don’t need to buckle your seat belt or buy a ticket, but may instead find yourself tucked into a warm blanket? If you are, then cozy up! This “trip” virtually takes you to different places in...

BingoPlus to stage star-studded music festival for world-class sports entertainment and Pinoy charity

The leading digital entertainment platform in the Philippines announced a fun-filled and entertaining night of electrifying music, exciting prizes, and Filipino charity as it presents the BingoPlus X International Series Music Festival. With the...

asia Philippines says important that China does not militarise disputed Scarborough Shoal

MANILA — The Philippines is closely watching Beijing's plans for a nature reserve at the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, its chief of armed forces said on Friday (Oct 3), adding it was important that the shoal does not become...

AI not enough to fight corruption in the Philippines—experts

Artificial intelligence (AI) can be a powerful tool for exposing corruption, but it will never be enough without human integrity, accountability and strong political will, experts and former public officials warned at a conference. This was the...

BINI drops new Filipino single ‘First Luv’

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. The dreamy music video features special appearances from former 'PBB Collab Edition' housemates Esnyr Ranollo and Klarisse de Guzman MANILA,...

Nicole Scherzinger in awe of Palawan, proud of Filipino blood

Nicole Scherzinger. Photo from her Instagram page. Nicole Scherzinger could not hide her amazement at Palawan’s beauty and expressed how proud she is to have Filipino blood that connects her to such a place. The Filipino American singer took to...

Fire Fest 2025 brings heat to Filipino food favorites

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. At Fire Fest 2025, get ready to try a free-for-all buffet featuring almost 450 types of hot sauces and spicy condiments MANILA, Philippines –...

FACT CHECK: Rice subsidy program not open to all Filipinos

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. Only members of vulnerable sectors — indigents, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and solo parents, among others — are eligible to...

[OPINION] The Philippines awakens as generations of corruption face resistance

For centuries, the Philippines has been trapped in a web of corruption so deep that it has almost become part of the national fabric. From colonial times to the present, corruption has weakened the economy, undermined institutions, and left...

Meghan Markle’s Father Thomas Markle Reveals He Is NOT ‘Trapped’ in Philippines Earthquake Despite Daughter Samantha Markle’s Claim That He Was ‘Stuck on 19th Floor of a Building and Can’t Walk’ – Read Statement

A 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit central Philippines on Tuesday (September 30), reportedly leaving 72 people dead and several injured. It was reported that former actress and member of the British royal family, Meghan Markle's estranged father, was...